Cutest little cottage with Comfy beds. Small kitchen and deck with grill. Property is kept up…read morenicely and owner is very nice. Close to activities in Camden, Rockland and Rockport. Went to Owls Head lighthouse and walked on the Rockland breakwater. Went up to Mount Battie. Hiked at Beech hill Preserve and picked Maine blueberries. We would stay here again. Fun weekend.

Clean, comfortable cottageswith nice extra touches: wine! coffee! makeup remover towels! Hosts were…read morefriendly, accommodating, knowledgeable. A little road noise, but positives outweigh that. Def recommend

The Cove and immediate environs are jaw dropping gorgeous. I love even the wet foggy days; they are…read moresooo Maine! Wallace's Market is great for food and takeout without having to drive back up to Route 1 and Jameson's has great food. The family is terribly accomodating and works very hard on keeping the place up.

We had a great time at Flood Cove in their log cabin! We enjoyed cozy fires in the evenings and…read moresitting in the cool screened in porch during the day. We used their kayaks and paddled around the little island and also across the bay to a small stony beach on a bigger island. We ate seafood almost every day, going to "Jameson Point Lobster" in Friendship or to Rockland to eat. We also cooked in the cabin, and found if we prepared food on the 10" bar we could also look out the window at the water. The people at the cove were all very warm and friendly.

Perfect little rustic cottage with spectacular ocean view. Have been coming to New Harbor my…read moreentire life and my parents stayed at the Thompson House while our cottage was being built. Unfortunately the cottage was sold this year so I opted for a Thompson House cottage. I loved it! Have to hand it to the owners who patiently and graciously rescued me when I moved into the wrong cottage by mistake and locked myself out 3 times!

My husband and I have been spending a week at one of the Thompson cottages the past few years, and…read moreeven stretched it to two weeks last summer. We find it a time of profound relaxation, if we choose it so, with limited internet access and much time watching the ocean. We also spend a lot of time reading and walking, and learning more each year about Maine. We use the library built by the Thompsons, with a focus on books by Maine authors, or set in Maine, plus the latest bestsellers. We use the books on local trails and sites to explore the area. Karen and Merle and the staff are always helpful, and have really helped us get to know the area. We'll be back in years to come, and are considering adding a May visit. After all, we want to get to know Maine in the springtime, as well as at the height of summer. And we know a wonderful place to serve as our home base.

We are so lucky that this charming inn exists. You immediately feel cared for by the young…read moreinnkeepers- Sarah and Chad. They will stop what they are doing and go out of their way to help you find a restaurant or set you up with a kayak rental or recommend the best swimming hole. It is a cozy place to hang out- we rented rms 14 and 16 and shared a giant deck overlooking the harbor. The breakfast is simple but good. I am not a fancy breakfast person. The rooms were very clean and housekeeping would tidy up each day while we were there. I would definitely return. Some folks have mentioned that the prices are high, but they are reasonable for lodging on a remote island.

We have not slept so soundly in ages. No tv, music, audio books or melatonin needed. The sound of…read moreflowing water and an ever so comfotable king size bed in a beautiful, clean room overlooking Carver's Harbor. Complentary french roast, toast, bagels and fruit made waking up rested even better. Many thanks to the friendly, accommodating, knowlegable staff for this memorable stay. Did I mention that Vinalhaven is drop dead gorgeous?

Our three-night stay in the Grace Bailey Suite at the Captain Swift Inn was one of the highlights…read moreof our trip to Maine. The suite was spacious, extremely clean, and featured an amazing shower and an incredibly comfortable bed. We also happened to be visiting during an unusual heat wave, and the air conditioning did an impressive job--which was no small feat given the suite's two-story layout and high ceilings. Coming back to a cool, comfortable room each afternoon and evening was something we appreciated even more than we expected. The breakfasts each morning tasted every bit as good as they looked and kept us full until dinnertime! My husband was running late our first morning (we struggled to adjust from West Coast time), and Matt and Jessica kindly prepared an off-menu breakfast sandwich for him to enjoy later (which was fantastic, by the way). Admittedly, we weren't the most punctual breakfast guests during our stay, yet they couldn't have been more gracious about it. That level of flexibility and kindness certainly did not go unnoticed. Speaking of the innkeepers, I was impressed by how they managed to strike the perfect balance of being warm and welcoming without ever being over the top. They seemed to take their cue from each guest, happily engaging in conversation when invited while also giving everyone plenty of space to enjoy their stay. In my opinion, that can be one of the trickiest parts of staying at a bed-and-breakfast, but Matt and Jessica absolutely nailed it. The inn itself is beautifully maintained, with thoughtful details throughout that make it feel welcoming and special without being stuffy or pretentious. I kept thinking of it as "understated pampering". The location is also ideal--an easy walk to Camden Harbor, shops, and restaurants, while serving as a perfect home base for exploring the many beautiful destinations within an hour's drive. It's clear that Matt and Jessica genuinely care about creating an exceptional experience for their guests. We left feeling relaxed, well cared for, and hoping we might find a reason to return in the future. We highly recommend the Captain Swift Inn!

What an amazing stay! Our suite was so comfy and so clean! The breakfasts were divine! The…read moregranola! You won't need to worry about lunch. We went up for our 5th wedding anniversary and Jeff had asked what our wedding song was and he put it on the radio while we were having breakfast. I almost cried. Shelly and Jeff made my husband and I feel like family and that meant so much to us. This was my favorite trip ever. I hope we get to travel again soon and I we can go back. Thank you so much for being such amazing hosts!

Sandra will make you feel right at home at the Ripple Inn. She is incredibly flexible and allows…read moreyou to hang out almost anywhere in the house. I highly recommend the rockers or the swinging chair on sunny wrap-around front porch. Compared to a hotel which confines you in specific places often this is a good option for a family or group of friends visiting Rockland. We watched some of the World Cup and used the mini fridge in the common room. Given the price and down home atmosphere, I don't think you'll find a ton of places like this so close to downtown. We strolled to a number of nice restaurants and cafes as well as the oceanfront boardwalk in just minutes. The house is older and has its issues - crickety floors, slanted bedroom, older windows, etc but this is not advertised as a five star place and you pay for what you get. Sandra has two older cute and friendly dogs and also allows guests to bring their dogs. She makes breakfast every morning and the two days we were there they were delicious. We also met a few of the other guests and ate family style. She also went out of her way to help secure a stroller for us and our baby. This was above and beyond what is expected of an inn keeper.

We stayed in the family suite and enjoyed our overnight stay there. The family suite has two rooms,…read moreone with a large bed and the second with a day bed. The room with the large bed is the only one with air conditioning. The large room doesn't have a TV but the room with day bed does have a very small TV. Each room has a sink as the private bathroom shared by a hallway has a tub and toilet only. The one thing I didn't expect was the mosquitoes in Maine during this time of the year. I got one of my first of many bites while using the bathroom at the Inn so just a warning to bring mosquito repellent or buy some at the Rite Aid close-by depending on the time of year you come visit. Sandi, the Innkeeper provided us with wipes from the common area since we didn't come prepared. The common area has a small TV and a computer for Internet use. I would recommend bringing a laptop for use in your room as the Wi-Fi worked great in my room. There is a microwave to warm up food and a small refrigerator to store leftover food and some drinks. We didn't really spend much time in the common area as we were either in our rooms or out and about exploring the area. The front door is kept open all day so make sure you lock your door to your room. This B&B is located within walking distance of some shops and restaurants in town including the Farnsworth Art Museum. One thing to also note is that you can get your car blocked here because of the limited amount of parking. You won't need a car to walk to the shops and museum, but in our case, we wanted to take the car out to buy some groceries and was blocked by someone else's car. We were still on West Coast time and woke up late but Sandi, our Innkeeper, kindly served us a late breakfast when we showed up in the dining room. We had a simple and satisfying breakfast of what was left for us on the table as we couldn't wake up early despite setting our alarm to wake up for breakfast. She brought coffee to us, made us fresh eggs, sausages, toasted English muffins, local berry jam, homemade Greek yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit. Sandi was a great host and definitely accommodated us at breakfast at a later time. I could tell by the people that said their goodbyes to here during our breakfast that they definitely would return on their next trip to Rockland. Sandi is a great host with her warm and friendly demeanor. She definitely made sure you felt comfortable at the B&B. If you needed her for anything, we could have reached her by her mobile phone. Sandi has some dogs and cats roaming around the B&B, so if you don't mind them, you'll enjoy your stay here in this charming B&B with a great host. We definitely felt like we were leaving the home of a friend or distant relative. Sandi is very gracious, kind, and accommodating and I would definitely return if I found myself back in Rockland.

My daughter and I enjoyed a wonderful three nights' stay at The Spouter Inn and would stay there…read moreagain next time in Maine. We recommend them highly! Without restating what has already been posted by other reviewers, we support all the positive feedback! Thank you Tracy and Mark for being such gracious and accommodating hosts.

Found the Spouter Inn while randomly cruising the internet for a B&B for my wife & I to stay at in…read more"anywhere" coastal Maine. What awesome luck we had that day. The Inn is lovely. Mark and Tracy have everything perfect. The building, furniture and ambiance are all wonderful. We enjoyed sitting on the porch overlooking the water in the mornings and afternoons. The breakfasts were as good as they come. We stayed at many B&Bs and consider this the best we've stayed in anywhere. Thanks for the best vacation Tracy and Mark. Jamie & Peggy

Sailing off of the coast of Rockland Maine on a schooner built in 1922 is definitely a blast! The…read morecaptain and crew are extremely capable and really go out of their way to make the trip enjoyable. The food is freshly prepared on board and was quite good. You don't need any previous sailing experience to enjoy the sail, but make sure that your expectations are correctly set- this is NOT a cruise liner. The bunks are small and primarily for sleeping. The galley is a very comfortable spot for hanging around below deck, but this is largely an outdoor experience that allows one to enjoy the beautiful Maine coastline in a unique way.