If you enjoy a relaxed laid back(non- commercialized) location with wonderful sunsets with Mt…read more Washington in the background. This is the place for you. Great place for couples & families or a siesta alone. They have several differing sized cottages to fit your needs. They accommodate you to the best of their ability. If you like sailing they have a boat that sails in the area couple times a day. Many places to eat out, or you can eat in your cottage. As well rent boats to get out on the water. Or bike ride or paddle around the island.

Loved our 4-hour sail on the Schooner Alert yesterday. Bethany and Perry are awesome and so…read moreknowledgeable about the area and the wildlife we saw. Can't wait to do it again next year!

An amazing afternoon on Monhegan Island! We are not seafood eaters, so the Fish House wasn't for…read moreus. Stumbled upon this incredible little gem! Emma had a "toast" with smoked salmon and capers. Mom and I had spicy peanut noodles, and we all got a medley of fresh drinks. Plus some cookies to go. What an awesome place! Every morsel of food was exceptional!! Plus the view was to diiieeee for!!!

Note: this review is for food/drink, not for the lodging…read more After some initial exploring during a day trip to Monhegan Island, we dropped by the Trailing Yew for a snack. I got a hand pie (was supposed to be the cheeseburger, but ended up with the sweet potato) and a lemonade. The hand pie was amazing, with fresh, flaky crust and wonderful filling...no regrets on the flavor mix-up. I should note the size was more of a turnover/appetizer so not enough to make a meal. The lemonade was fresh and refreshing, though it was more on the tart side so plan to add sugar if you like yours on the sweeter side. For something sweet I tried the brownie and it was really good if not overly moist, something closer to a flourless torte. Like most things on the island the prices weren't cheap, but the quality was there so I'd definitely recommend trying this place out for baked goods or a nice snack.

My stay at this property was absolutely wonderful. The inn exudes charm and character. You can…read moretruly feel the history in every detail. Located just steps from the oceanfront, it offers both tranquility and timeless beauty. It's a true hidden gem, a diamond in the rough and a little piece of heaven. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic and relaxing coastal experience.

Sea-Ward on the ocean is a place out of time. I came here because my wife came here as a child with…read moremy Father-in-Law, and I believe her when she says it hasn't changed. Right by the ocean in Scarborough, you can hear the waves as you go to sleep. The beach is available for walking just over the sand dunes, and you can still find an occasional sand dollar. Orchard Beach is also lovely, a quick walk or drive takes you to Bayley's lobster pound, pick up a lobster they will steam it and crack it, and eat it on the porch. Walking in here you can feel the tension wash off. The fireplace has a burns quote on it, and there is a scrabble set and other board games if you have had enough of watching the Atlantic Ocean out the windows. There are no televisions, there is no wi-fi, The proprietor makes coffee in the morning. And she will loan you lobster forks and crackers if you forget to get your lobsters cracked at the pound.

Bed and breakfasts have such a personal, vintage touch to them, and this is one of the best I've…read moreever stayed at. It isn't super close to Old Port, but it's about a 20-25 minute walk, even faster if you have a car or bike. Our host, David, was so gracious and kind. He gave us all kinds of tips on where to eat, what to see, and which neighborhoods to check out. And the breakfast options. Holy moly. These are some of the things David made: lobster souffle; turkey bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast puff pastry; raspberry custard; pancakes with wild blueberry compote; lobster home fries. Honestly, some of our best meals in Portland were eaten right in this very B&B. He even puts snacks in the second floor lounge area (there's also tea and chips) every day, and on an especially hot day he put out a pitcher of pink lemonade. It seems like almost all the cooking and cleaning is done by him. I'm not sure how he manages it and yet everything is flawless, but there you go. Reserve your room early because it was booked solid the whole time we were there. Totally worth it.

This is a lovely inn. The room was as expected, clean, nicely furnished and appointed. Our room was…read moreon the third floor, so my knees are complaining, but no matter. The bed was very comfortable with an assortment of different pillow types. I brought mine but left them in the car and my knees said nevermind then. The first floor has a common area, also lovely, with an ice/water machine, Bunn coffee maker, mugs, etc. A perfect spot for our Portland two day getaway. Will return!

Loved staying at this B&B. It's so... Maine. :) The rooms were lovely, breakfast was fantastic…read moreand the amenities were all very good. My family and I had a great time here. Highly recommended!

A very enjoyable stay this past weekend at this B&B. Valerie is the innkeeper and welcomed us…read morewarmly. The bed was extremely comfortable and the breakfasts were tasty. We sat outside in the afternoon to enjoy some mid September sun in the chairs that were available. This is a very old house with high ceilings and big spacious rooms, which makes up for the tiny bathroom. There is a very nice gift shop maybe 1/2 mile down the road (Vickie's) and we were able to do some shopping and have a great lunch in Cornish about 1/2 hour drive away. Limerick is a very friendly little town and the B&B is a great place to unwind.

This place is known as my family's "happy place". I'm the oldest of a family of 5, who have been…read morecoming up to the Sebago Lake region since we were little. Once we found Bayview Cabins, we were hooked! Our family continues to grow, so we each get a cabin. We ALL look forward to our vacation here every year. The owners Steve & Sherri make us all feel so comfortable, genuinely sweet people who work hard at keeping the place up. This summer my mother & I decided to take my 90yr old grandmother, who is wheelchair bound, away for a mini- vacation. From the moment we arrived, I was blown away at how handicap accessible Steve & Sherri had made our cabin (12 A&B). Steve came right outside, got wheelchair chair ramps for us, had already put up handicap handles in the shower and on the toilet. Each cabin I've been in, is always so clean. So neat. They have cute signs up that make them feel "homey". And my Gram especially liked the hanging plant in front of our cabin. Me & my entire family HIGHLY recommend this getaway!!!

Great getaway! I'm originally from the area, but live in Washington DC now, but I wanted to visit…read moreMaine with my boyfriend so we drove up from Maryland. This place was SOO convenient to everything around, several restaurants, shops and bars are in walking distance. The dock area is really nice and everyone seemed laid back, although there were kids running around, they didn't bother us. They provided a paddle boat, a row boat, a canoe and several tubes for us, which was really nice. The main building has an ice machine and free coffee. Only briefly interacted with the owner Steve, but everything went smoothly. The house itself was perfect for the two of us, the bed was comfy and the AC was strong enough.

Our friends truly outdid themselves by booking the entire Harpswell Inn for our 4th of July…read morereunion, and I find myself incredibly lucky, feeling like the gods were smiling down on us! It was the most perfect setting for a fun, kid, and dog-friendly celebration at the breathtaking Harpswell Lookout Point. At one point, as I was simply sitting in a rocking chair, gazing at the magnificent sea view, with birds chirping, kids' laughter echoing, and my dog peacefully by my side, I honestly felt like I was in a real-life "Calm Soundscape" - pure heaven. Harpswell Inn is truly a magical place. The lovely young couple who took over a few years ago have done an exceptional job preserving the traditional 1800s Maine vibe of the house while infusing it with modern, fun, and funky furniture. The staff, though a small and dedicated team, were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I must give a special shout-out to Barbara, a true Harpswellonian, whose blueberry scones are absolutely divine! I even had a delightful small-town moment running into her aunt at the local Hannaford's in Brunswick. The thoughtful owners also provided a delicious continental breakfast, featuring locally roasted coffee, and offered kayaks and paddleboards for the more adventurous members of our group to enjoy. Our friends also inquired with Kelsey, the owner, about hosting a private chef for a special three-course meal. Kelsey went above and beyond, creating a gorgeous tablescape adorned with local flowers. She collaborated with a local private chef who focused on sourcing everything locally. Our culinary journey began with fresh oysters featuring traditional fixings and an amazing yuzu orange sauce, alongside a gorgeous cheeseboard as appetizers. Our three-course meal then commenced with a delightful tuna tartare salad with fried capers, followed by perfectly cooked NY Strip steak with garlicky chimichurri sauce, huge, delicious scallops, and incredible focaccia bread. The meal concluded with a delightful and refreshing key lime pie. The owners were also kind enough to arrange a separate, equally delicious meal for the kids, featuring a fun crunchy salad, mac and cheese, and brownie bites (yes, I tried it all!). If I could convince our group of friends to make this an annual tradition, and we could secure our spot early enough with the kind owners, I would absolutely make Harpswell Inn our go-to destination every 4th of July. Thank you, Kelsey, John, and Archer, for being such lovely and gracious hosts. We can't wait to return!

Did a one night runaway and it was perfect! Beautiful location, well kept up and nicely appointed…read more The staff was exceptional and room comfortable.

Ok so this was a unforgettable experience. Let's start with this, the pics in the reservation part…read moreof his website are all the same . Just one unit. The cars that are parked in the pics are his to make it look busy. So we rented a unit for 4-5 days and was one of the worst places I've ever seen. First we showed up and the owner Mike was upset that we were 1 hour early. Not bad considering no one has been there in days . Next, his 2 person cleaning crew had quit over a dispute with money owed to them. I don't blame them at all. We lost electricity for 7 hrs during one of the days and Mike would not talk to us directly, he lied to us numerous times about a car accident that never happened. I called the town ELEC company and there were no reports of any at all. Then he told his two man crew who did come back to work to tell us they would have itnon any minute. 4 hrs later we were ready to leave this dump. So finally when the lights came on he told his people to lie to us yet again and say they shit the wrong property off . What a joke this was. All the dishes and silverware was disgustingly dirty and sticky . I spent my vacation skimming the pool because the owner was getting drunk and losing control over the rest of the property . Don't let them fool you, there is NO useable playground and the rotted wood that is below the slide has holes in it and the sand had dog and cat crap in it . There is no arcade like his advertising says . Just disgusted . But took a thousand pics to show all the code violations and to have for proof. My 11 year old was in the pool and discovered a Cut ELEC wire sticking out of the water being held by a Brick . But of course he was too busy sitting in his bedroom (drinking and drugging as we were told he does everyday and night by all the neighbors ) to ask about this wires . When he finally came to our door 3 days after arrival he was hammered and slurring all his speech. I have proof of everything I'm saying since I took video and pics of this crap hole . Do your family a favor and go somewhere else . Then this guy says he remembers us from last year which is a riot since we've NEVER even heard of this place but he claims he remembers us very well. I wouldn't let him pay us to come back Stay away !!!!

Great place to winter. All expenses paid and affordable. Clean and welcomes pets.read more

One of my favorite B&B's to date! Mercury Inn is in a super convenient location, walkable to the…read morePortland Museum of Art and a bunch of bars/restaurants. The self check in was a super easy process and both Tim & Jake were very welcoming. I loved their breakfast each morning, everything was local and amazing, down to their coffee! They also did homemade muffins, cake and scones. The communal area is cute and convenient. We went during one of Portland's colder periods so the fireplace was very helpful and beautifully designed. There's a water dispenser, Keurig machine (with reusable kcups!), tea and snacks avail 24/7. We stayed in room 1 which was just enough space for two. No issues with getting warm water in the shower. The only thing to note is that room 1 is right outside the communal area on the 2nd floor. We had no trouble with noise overall but if people outside the room were talking or walking by, we heard very clearly. Definitely recommend and would love to come back when it's warmer!

This was my first time staying at an Inn so I wasnt sure what to expect..but the mercury inn was…read moresuch a delight! As a solo female traveler i felt very safe in the area. I also loved the breakfast served every morning, it was always such a treat to see what was in the kitchen when i woke up! Staff and fellow travelers were all so friendly and the room decor was gorgeous. Cant recommend this place enough! Very, very clean when checking in as well.

We've stayed with Barbara for years, now. We've stayed in both the upper and lower efficiency…read moreapartments and love both of them. They're the perfect size for the two of us and the kitchen has everything we need, including enough plates if we have friends over. The view from the upper porch is of the whole town and is beautiful. Barbara couldn't be any sweeter--great to talk to over a cup of tea and able to take care of any request. The sink has a window over it so you can watch the sun set while doing the supper dishes. You can't go wrong here.

Idyllic Monhegan retreat. We only had one night to spend on Monhegan but we're hooked - already…read moreplanning our return to the Hitchcock House! The rooms were beautifully furnished and very comfortable. The house has a lovely deck overlooking town and is just steps away from great hiking trails. The owner could not have been more welcoming. Highly recommended!