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    I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed my stay here. The grounds were very welcoming, as well as every employee that I came in contact with. The room was spacious, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. Not to mention, this is by far the cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in. I particularly appreciated the furnished balcony overlooking the bay and the seating area near the shore. My stay here was just the retreat I needed.

    Might be one of the best hotel's I ever been at so far. Room is very clean with a nice balcony view of the water. The Staff there is very very nice. The only one disapointed thing about is that the pool is dirty

    Rachael G.

    Very cute little inn and beautiful view from your balcony! I wasn't a huge fan of the pillows but I'll just bring my own next time. Great location inbetween Rockland and Camden. The front desk cat is welcoming and adorable and the staff is very helpful! Super clean room with a huge handicap bathroom, mini fridge in the room, cold ac and a heated pool outside too. I would def come back.

    Ron M.

    Strawberry Hill What a warm and comfortable place. Our view from our ocean-view balcony was outstanding. The room was extremely comfortable, nicely decorated and clean. Pleasant, welcoming staff. The location is a short drive from Rockland with lots of eating options.

    View from our first floor room

    This place is such a find! We stayed Thanksgiving and the night after, and it was all decked out for the upcoming Christmas holiday (see photos). It was The Year of COVID (2020), so I called the owner upon arrival, as instructed, and he came over to meet me at the front desk and give me the key to our room. The property's delightfully friendly cat kept me company for the couple of minutes it took for him to run over. The property looks nothing like a motel, because there is an inside corridor which the first floor rooms are off of, rather than a row of doors facing the front-facing parking lot. It resembles a seaside estate more than anything. Another plus: EVERY room faces Penobscot Bay; no extra charge for waking up to a beautiful sunrise over the bay every morning! And because the property slopes down to the water, even first floor rooms are elevated a full story above ground level, a plus if that's a security concern for you. The first thing I noticed upon entering our room was how FRESH it smelled. Oftentimes, properties this near the water have a musty smell. Not here. I have traveled extensively for business over many years' time. This room and bathroom were literally the cleanest I have ever been in--anywhere! The balcony (with two chairs and a small table) overlooks the gardens and inground pool in the foreground, the bay just beyond. It exceeded any expectation I had for this little getaway trip. I cannot wait to return, hopefully in the summer when we can enjoy the outdoor amenities.

    The view from the balcony in January.
    Bengt L.

    This place is pretty dynamite. It's directly off the street, but you feel a world away once you turn the corner onto the property. A note about the approach - there's a driveway for entering and another for exiting so watch out for exiting cars if you go in the wrong way. Fortunately, it's not a super busy place so you'll probably get away with the transgression. As you enter the property you'll immediately see the wonderful landscaping that features whimsical toadstools, a full-sized moose and a horse drawn conveyance. There's probably more if I'd taken the time to wander around and search, but what I saw made me smile right away. I was in the area at the beginning of January. The parking lot was plowed clear of snow and safe to drive on - not slippery or sloppy. When I entered the cozy office area the fellow behind the desk was ready for me - I may have been the only guest, but I'm not sure. I didn't see any other cars in the lot. The proprietor was attentive and friendly. Entering the room I was greeted by every form of nautical decoration. It was really cute and maybe kitschy, but overall I liked it. Everywhere I looked and in every corner there was some fun decoration, artwork or figure. The balcony overlooked the grounds and the water beyond - it was really nice. The binoculars worked too. The pool was not heated. In fact it was covered by a thin layer of ice and I wasn't into the whole polar bear thing so I let that go. The remote control for the TV didn't work. The TV was some brand I've never heard of (Speckter or something like that). I brought the remote to the office and with an exchange of batteries it functioned better, not great, but probably as good as it was designed to. There wasn't any "Do Not Disturb" placard I could put on the door nor any way to indicate that I'd save some water by not replacing the towels - I hung my towel over the shower curtain rail and it was replaced with a fresh one. The shower and tub functioned great and the water got hot quickly. There were light switches and a dimmer on the wall by the balcony door but they were obscured by a lamp placed directly in front of them. I moved the lamp so I could use the switches and when I came back to the room in the afternoon the lamp had been moved to obscure the switches again. A little weird. No coffee in the room, but the office has coffee - no decaf for those that like it unleaded. I made repeated trips to the office for some of that java until the carafe was empty - I drained it - and asked for more. The proprietor filled it right away and topped off my cup - no problem. When I visit the area again I'll put this place at the top of the list.

    The view from the rooms
    Danielle F.

    This was a very relaxing stay in the Rockport/Rockland area. We were able to book a room on the lower floor. You can walk around the building from the parking lot to enter your room from the backyard. Each room on the lower level has a small patio overlooking their spectacular landscaping and the cove. Each room has a few Adirondack chairs, which is the perfect companion when unwinding with a book, a glass of wine, or just absorbing your surroundings. The rooms themselves are exceptionally clean. They include a dorm-sized refrigerator, a set of binoculars, and toiletries (complete with a rubber ducky). The rooms also have an air conditioner though depending on the time of year, you may not need it. I never used the pool, but it looked quite nice and I was informed that it was heated. We stayed during the Maine Lobster Festival, so a three-night stay was required. Additionally, rates were a little bit higher. However, you are on the southern end of Rockport and are a short drive to the festival. It makes for a great weekend away!

    The front entrance of Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn
    Mike S.

    Very clean and comfortable. Recommend that if you are older and have heavy luggage request lower level room. Price was right and views wonderful. Close to Rockland and other small Maine communities.

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    “There is a large lawn area in the back with adirondack chairs and umbrellas so you can sit and relax near the shore.”

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    I wouldn't stay here again even if you paid me! Aside from the younger girl working the night…read moreshift, the staff was incredibly rude and seemed to have little to no customer service skills. When I first arrived, my room smelled terrible, like rotting food. I went to the front desk to let them know, and the woman there couldn't have seemed less concerned. I was moved to another room, but it smelled just as bad. I tried to deal with it, but eventually had to ask to be switched again. The third room didn't have the same odor, but instead smelled like it had been doused in cheap air freshener to cover something up. Not exactly a great start. At that point I considered finding another hotel, but it was late and the room itself at least appeared clean. Unfortunately, the noise situation was just as bad. If you plan on sleeping past 6 am, don't count on it. Unless you're on the top floor, you can hear every footstep from the room above you. The floors seem to have virtually no soundproofing, and I heard the guests above me constantly throughout my stay. The location is great, I'll give it that. But honestly, that's the only positive thing I can say about this place. The customer service is awful, the staff is rude, the rooms smell bad, and the lack of soundproofing makes it nearly impossible to relax. Save yourself the headache and stay anywhere else.

    Staff was AMAZING!! I called to see if they had a room available for an early check-in in and they…read moresaid sure come on (2pm). They were super friendly and helpful. The bed was a little too soft for our liking and you could hear the people above you walking around making it hard to sleep. Other than those two complaints we enjoyed the room. The balcony was nice when people weren't smoking. The breakfast was nice with multiple options for everyone. Breakfast options included eggs, omelet, cereal, muffins, oatmeal, Pop-Tarts, fruit, yogurt, pastries, sausage, coffee, juice, and there was plenty of seating.

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    (50 reviews)

    Absolutely, gorgeous hotel, amenities were phenomenal, from the breakfast options, to the happy…read morehour selection, the vibe and the decor were absolutely unmatched! Meredith made it a phenomenal stay, with all the recommendations, at first, we thought Jeremy was not going to be kind, but then he turned out to be super kind so we appreciated him, there was one young lady the morning checkup that we didn't think was nice, rather she was quite condescending, but not enough tomorrow the entire experience. The rooms were large, with lots of light, the shower had the best pressure we've ever had in a hotel, and quite honestly they did a great job, keeping it simple. Would highly recommend, and will absolutely stay again!

    I love a cool boutique hotel--when I can afford them! Taking advantage of off-season prices, I…read morechose 250 Main when I headed up to Rockland for a long weekend toward the end of March. It ended up being one where we had a pretty big storm, and that actually made this hotel an even better place to stay. Basics: great location right downtown (if you look at the map and it looks like it's a bit out of the downtown range, it's not; this is a small town and you can walk from 250 Main to the heart of it within 5 minutes). The hotel itself doesn't have parking, but there's street parking or you can park free in the harbor lot across the street (you may want to check this if you're coming during high season). The welcome vibe is immediately evident not only from the super nice and helpful staff, but because check-in time is also when 250 Main starts its happy hour wine social downstairs, which is perfect! And if you reserve directly with the hotel, you get a complimentary glass of vino. I literally met friendly people from the minute I checked in, and we hung out with a glass of wine for awhile before heading out. You can purchase from a small menu of wine and beer until around midnight, which turned out to be a great thing when the storm rolled in the next night of my stay. With the warm and relaxed vibe, hanging out in the lobby area is part of the experience. My room was a queen room with a small balcony overlooking the harbor--which on their website is described as "small," but it definitely is not! Fantastically comfortable bed (which honestly seemed larger than my own queen at home); big bathroom with an awesome rain shower, heated towel racks, and robes; plenty of space to move around in the room itself, which also had a desk and a little sitting area. Oh, and super high ceilings and HUGE windows. While I neglected to get a pic *inside* the actual room [insert facepalm here], check out the cool views of the snowstorm from the windows and balcony. If you don't want to venture out for breakfast in the morning, there are light options available (croissants, yogurt, fruit, etc.)--with delicious coffee from local Rock City Coffee. Huge points too for keeping a coffee and tea station open in the lobby all day and night. With the term "boutique" being tossed around these days willy-nilly, I'm always thrilled to find a place that lives up to it. 250 Main is definitely worth the splurge!

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    (52 reviews)

    Lauren and Greg are the new owners and are keeping up the same charming reputation as the past…read moreowners. When we arrived we were met by Lauren and her son Elliott. They welcomed us to the Inn, gave us a tour and some fresh baked cookies. When we came downstairs in the morning Lauren had set out coffee and fresh baked crumpets. For breakfast she served overnight oats with chia seeds and blueberry compote followed by a tomato artichoke frittata and salad. Everything was excellent! Since we are avid hikers Greg recommended the Mount Battie trail which is within walking distance from the hotel. As we were heading off for our hike, Lauren provided us with more fresh baked cookies still warm from the oven. Greg and Lauren made us feel right at home as did their son Elliott. Elliott has a true entrepreneurial spirit and is very knowledgeable about the Inn and the area despite his young age. It was a pleasure staying here.

    STOP THE SEARCH! It ends here. Make your reservation now! Do you want to be welcomed like one of…read moretheir family? Do you want a delicious two course breakfast each morning (included in your stay) cooked according to your dietary needs? Do you want homemade cookies or brownie at the end of the day packaged and prepared just for you? Do you want to walk a couple of blocks to the charming downtown and waterfront of Camden? How about staying in a charming, quaint, and clean room or suite? How about a drink during happy hour at their cozy bar? Do you want to sit on their porch and read a book by the firepit? If so, make the reservation now! The Blue Harbor House is charming, romantic, and well maintained. My wife and I stayed here four nights recently and used this location to not only spend time in Camden, but to visit other nearby towns like Rockland, Bath, Brunswick, Rockport, and Belfast. Don't forget to visit the Cellar Door Winery in neighboring Lincolnville. Everything worked in our Snug Harbor Suite to perfection. Housekeeping did a great job each morning cleaning and replacing whatever was needed. The innkeepers, Matt and Michelle are warm and some of the nicest people you will ever meet. From the moment we booked our reservation, they began making us part of their family. Just talking to them and some of the other guests about life was relaxing and therapeutic. The price here is very reasonable and worth every penny. There is plenty of parking in their private parking lot. As I said earlier, there is no need to look any further.

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    (52 reviews)

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    I booked a nearly weeklong stay here for me and my wife's honeymoon in late July of this year. It…read morewas absolutely beautiful! The innkeeper and other employees are very kind and catered to our needs attentively. The housekeeping service was great, there was a very convenient filtered water spot to fill our water bottles, and the ambience is very pleasant. The grounds were beautiful as well! We dined there our first night for dinner and drinks and it was delicious! We also had breakfast in the mornings out on the patio, also was delicious. The only thing I didn't like was the size of the bathroom in our room, it was very small. But this is an older building that had been updated, so I totally understand why it was so small and it overall didn't impact our experience, just something to keep in mind. I would highly recommend booking a stay here or stopping by for dinner/drinks when you can, it's a great spot in a great town!

    The owner/manager of the Norumbega was extremely rude and unhelpful when we ask about the…read morerestaurant menu. One of us has significant food restrictions and was just inquiring about the menu posted online and whether there had been additions or changes. He acted as if this was an insulting or outrageous question and that we should have known that this has been the menu all summer. Having just arrived here we of course, did not know that and when we explained, he doubled down and asked why we would ever think that the menu posted online wasn't the current menu. We said we have frequently been to restaurants whose online menu does not always list what's available on any particular evening. He continued to insist that what we were asking made no sense to him. When we said that unfortunately we would have to cancel because there was nothing on the menu that would fit into the required diet he said he would be charging us $25 per person for the cancellation. We then explained that we thought we had a good reason to cancel and asked him to waive that. His response was to say that if we had been more remorseful, he would have waived the fee. It was as if he was blaming us for his rude behavior. At that point, we thanked him and ended the conversation. At that point, we thanked him and ended the conversation. While we understand the restaurants policy and normally would have been fine paying the fee as we know that cancellations can be difficult, we have never been traded as rudely as this, especially by a person in charge

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