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Come Relax on the Coast of Maine

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Orchard House in the springtime
Orchard House - View from the Herrick Road.
A large deck off second floor almost doubles the summer living space.
Love to take an outdoor shower in the sun!
Comfortable Living Room with satellite TV/DVD & Ceiling Fan

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Brooksville, Me
  • Acadia National Park
  • Main Street
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Maine Maritime Academy
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs King Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Green Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Nursery Room

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outside Shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Come Relax on the Coast of Maine

Come to relax and unwind at our peaceful escape on the coast of Maine! We are located on 5 private acres of land in the rural town of Brooksville close to some of the best areas to explore on the mid-coast East Penobscot Bay. Just a short drive away, Blue Hill, Stonington and Castine, all have great restaurants, shopping, and local pottery and antique shops. Blue Hill has a library for books, DVDs and high-speed Internet connection. Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are about one hour’s drive. Nearby Holbrook Island Sanctuary is great for local hiking right near the ocean. The Isle au Haut ferry leaves from the working fishing town of Stonington daily during the summer months. Fresh locally caught lobster can be easily purchased from the docks at the Stonington Co-op. We are an easy drive from The Haystack School of Crafts and the Wooden Boat School. The public ocean beach, at the causeway between Little Deer Isle and Big Deer Isle, is just three miles away.

We completed our house in the spring of 2008. Originally designed by us for our own year round private use Orchard House has a bright airy feeling with lots of natural light so desired during summer months and yet with radiant heat throughout and almost airtight insulation it maintains a comfortable coziness for fall and winter.

The ground floor has natural slate and tile flooring, with a large entryway, two bedrooms (one a king with pullout futon and another with a queen), a full bath with tub and shower and a laundry room. The 2nd floor has bamboo flooring throughout and cathedral ceilings with huge south facing windows allowing for incredible light both in the bedroom (king) and the great room, which houses a full kitchen and living room. There’s also a smaller bedroom (twin) and full bath with an incredible walk-in natural slate shower with waterfall shower head. The eat-in kitchen is a cooks dream, ample counter space with butcher block island, complete with Bosch gas stove and convection oven (Cooking magazines provided!) With a local farmers market in Blue Hill fresh ingredients are close at hand.

The 12’x34’ deck off the great room almost doubles the summer living space and is a great place to enjoy meals outside. It overlooks a primarily pine and oak wooded area and boasts a private outside cedar walled shower. It’s just a short 900 foot walk down through the woods to the waters edge of Walkers Pond. A great place for that morning cup of coffee, where it’s possible to launch your kayak over the rocky edge.

No smoking or pets please!


Keywords: House, vacation home

Property manager

Sally McGuigan

Languages

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Outdoor space
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We welcome families!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No outside campfires allowed
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brooksville

Located in Brooksville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Jonathan Fisher House and Turtle Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Blue Hill Wine Shop and Edgar M. Tennis Preserve. Blue Hill Books and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brooksville, Me

What's nearby

  • Deer Isle Bridge - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Jonathan Fisher House - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Great Island - 21 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Main Street - 41 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 42 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 65 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wave - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bagaduce Lunch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪LDI Lobster - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El El Frijoles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tinder Hearth - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come Relax on the Coast of Maine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Come Relax on the Coast of Maine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come Relax on the Coast of Maine?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Come Relax on the Coast of Maine located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Deer Isle Bridge, Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park and Causeway Beach. Jonathan Fisher House and Blue Hill Books are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home base

Nice to get away from the tourist areas and have a nice quiet peaceful home base with a great kitchen to cook anything you want. We had lots of lobsters. Scallops and clams during the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Maine!

Very nice house. Quiet. Had everything we needed. Had a great time!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

What a wonderful week in Maine! The house and property are beautiful, and the location is certainly perfection for time away from the hustle and bustle of day to day life. Sally and Sean are hands down the most organized, responsive and kind owners/managers I've ever done business with. Amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We had a great time at Orchard House. The house was perfect for us. The water access was a little difficult for our littlest ones to use, but the public pond access made up for it. Loved coming back from our day trips to a nice relaxing spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Coral F., New Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Get-Away

We spent a relaxing week with family, playing games, making puzzles and watching movies. The home was very inviting and comfortable. We even had deer visit every day. Our only suggestions would be sharper knives(we’re a a family of cooks) and maybe a tea kettle...nothing we could not work around.

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Vacation

Great location and a beautiful home
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great central location to explore the Blue Hill Peninsula

Loved, loved, loved this property. It was open, clean and had all the amenities. Great kitchen to cook in, great deck to enjoy evenings on, and oh so comfortable. Its location is fantastic, whether you want to go to Mt Desert Island and Acadia, or whether you want to explore the truly beautiful Blue Hill Peninsula. This cabin is less that five miles from the Deer Island Bridge, about 1/2 an hour from Ellsworth and its stores. Such a wonderful place to come to after a day of exploring, and cooking in the large and up to date kitchen was a dream. Our family enjoyed meals around the fantastic kitchen island, and we loved having most of our kids downstairs while we were upstairs in the stunning master bedroom. Loved the storage in the bedrooms, and loved the full bookcases as well. Really can't say enough good things about Orchard House and the thoughtfulness of its owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

Beautiful rural home and well appointed

Vacation with friends and family. Pulled into the road to the house and it looks just like in the photo. But once inside, it's a beautiful home. The downstairs has a huge laundry, which I wish I had in my own home. Two nice bedrooms on the ground floor and a shared bathroom. Up the stairs, the house is built with an open design with the kitchen and living room. Off the living room was a very nice deck that we were able to view some wild life. A flock of turkeys and some deer. Large master bedroom, very comfy king size bed and a small bedroom with a single bed are off from the living room area. Very large kitchen island was big enough for all 7 of us to eat at. Kitchen is well equipped with lots of dishes, pots & pans and spices. This house is in a very rural area and approximately 1 hour from Arcadia National Park. We made the drive to the park 3 days and visited some local towns the rest of the time. The electric went off on one of the days, but the owner was responsive and had the electric company repairing in no time at all. Enjoyed our time in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie O.

Wonderful home and owner!

We have rented many homes but this one has the most well-stocked kitchen, comfy beds, spacious rooms including a large laundry room. Brooksville is one of many lovely towns on Blue Hill Peninsula. We visited most of them, hiking, touring museums, exploring harbors, kayaking, shopping at Farmers markets and more. The owner has a complete file of local sites and sights. A one hour drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park adds to the enjoyment of this area. Plus you can pick blackberries and apples right outside the front door. We've stayed twice with family in the Orchard House and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Francine D.

Wonderful place

It’s a lovely country location with lots to do in the neighboring towns. One is really far from the “Madding Crowd” when here and that’s a pleasure. The house is clean, well appointed and extremely comfortable. There are, however, a lot of stairs which is a disadvantage for some people. Other than that we loved it.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kim k., Iowa

Relaxing

This house is just close enough to the crazy touristy areas of downeast to make it possible to visit them, but far enough way to be quiet, relaxing, and make you feel like you're really experiencing Maine. When you're tired of the shoulder to shoulder press of people (even at Acadia, that was nuts - I've never seen it so busy) you can head back, take a swim in the "pond" (aka lake), have food at some awesome spots, and we even had our first ever home lobster boil - had everything we needed to do it. Must recommend The Fish Net, Bagaduce, Stonington CoOp, Harbor House and Harbor Cafe for meals. The Tradewinds grocery was big enough to have what we needed. We loved The Meadow in Blue Hill for shopping. The outdoor shower was a multi-generational hit that was used multiple times a day.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Peacefulness abounds in this beautiful home!

My three children and I stayed at this property for a week in August. We had such a wonderful time. The house is beautiful and so well equipped. Everything you could possibly need is there. The kitchen is fitted for actual cooking, linens and towels are provided. The house is also spotlessly clean which I appreciate above everything else. My two boys are teenagers and used the downstairs bedrooms with the bathroom down there. My daughter and I used the upstairs rooms. Everyone loved having their own space while still being together. The house is well stocked with DVD's, games, and books. Two of my kids spent hours in the evenings playing chess and I loved seeing them so focused on something non electronic. The outside shower is an absolute dream, there is nothing like showering outside on a beautiful summer morning. The house location is very private and incredibly quiet and peaceful. We found the location of the property to be excellent for exploring many areas of Maine. We went all over the Blue Hill Peninsula and we drove up to Mount Desert Island quite a few times. It is an easy drive away of just about one hour. Acadia National Park is absolutely breathtaking. The owners clearly take a great deal of pride in their property. Sally is extremely pleasant and helpful. She is very responsive and sent us a detailed email with ideas of places to go and restaurants to eat at. I have rented many places and she was by far the most friendly and helpful owner I have ever dealt with. I would not hesitate to return here and often think longingly of our peaceful week in Maine!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Orchard House is "all good"...

Thank you, Sally, for your the kind words in your e-mail about Jeanie and me as guests in your wonderful Orchard House. We return them to you and Sean manyfold. We totally agree with you that trust and open communication between owners and renters are essential to arrangements such as the ones that VRBO facilitates. And having lived in Orchard House for a whole month, we feel “well met” by you and Sean, even though we haven’t actually met you. I don’t know that Jeanie and I have anything to add to the reviews of Orchard House on the VRBO website, which are all strongly positive, or to the House Book that you have put together, which is a great resource for your guests. Like your other guests we found our own favorite places on the Blue Hill peninsula, as did all of our own family visitors.  For Jeanie and me, the Good Life Center, a/k/a Forest Farm, was of special interest. I’m old enough to have known the Scott and Helen Nearing story from the 1960s on. We got to meet and have conversation with the interns in residence there and even a couple of members of the board that oversees the Forest Farm operation. The Wooden Boat and Haystack Schools were of special interest too, and we made more than one visit to both of them. As for restaurants, we liked your favorites, the Bagduce Cafe for lunch and the Whale’s Rib for dinner, but the Cockatoo Portuguese Restaurant at Goose Cove turned out to be a favorite too, with the walk through the woods and across the sandbar to Barred Island as a kind of bonus to our meal. Everywhere we travel Jeanie has an unerring instinct for finding the most amazing hiking trails, and the Blue Hill peninsula, as you know, because of the Island Trust, proved to have a seemingly endless supply of such trails, a new discovery every day we went out. You may recall my having told you that Jeanie paid her way through college, back in the 1970s, by working six summers at a restaurant in Bar Harbor. So nostalgia called us to Mount Desert Island while we were staying in Orchard House. We took all of our family visitors to Mount Desert too… for hikes and climbs in Acadia and, of course, tea and popovers at the Jordan Pond House.  Our month in Orchard House, escaping at least some of the (almost) unbearable heat of the Florida summer, was, in a favorite phrase of Jeanie’s and mine, “all good.” Here’s wishing you and Sean and your children the same, only and “all good” things.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F., Providence, RI

Magical place!

This was our third stay at Orchard House, but we've been coming to the neighborhood for 15 years. My kids are college students now, and they still dream about coming to Brooksville each summer. This is a gloriously beautiful region, with plenty of low-key activities, including hiking, kayaking, blueberry picking, swimming, beachcombing, bird watching and just taking in a spectacular view around each corner. There are also hundreds of artists and writers who live and work here, wonderful restaurants and small food businesses, and abundant peace and quiet. Orchard House is comfortable sunny and spacious, with a beautifully equipped kitchen. Sally and Sean are wonderful hosts. We love it here and we will certainly be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

The scene of many happy vacations

Orchard House is a wonderful place that will draw you back year after year. I know it firsthand because for much of a decade it was my home away from home for an annual fall getaway to Maine. And I was ever so grateful for the warmth and friendship that Sally and Sean offered over time. They are first-rate hosts. I'll always think of their house as a place that held so many good stories for me. At moments, it was a den of solitude. I'd pack a pile of books and old New Yorkers to read (or maybe drop into the Blue Hill Library). And I'd walk many miles in the woods and happen upon a gaggle of wild turkeys or a porcupine on his way. Or sit on the shore of the lake with a cup of coffee and have a good think. It would be a fine place to write. Other times, the house was full of joyful conviviality. I invited friends who'd stop in for a few days and we'd explore the peninsula (guided by the house binder full of good suggestions for adventures) and then come home (often with lobsters fresh off the dock in Stonington) and cook and feast and drink good wine (see Max at the Blue Hill wine shop) and tell tall tales late into the night. It was such fun. And always, at the end of the day, no matter how brisk the late October air, there was a hot shower under a bazillion stars. Pure magic. I'm in a new phase of life now with a sweet pup and a partner who desires to explore more pockets of Maine and beyond. One day we hope to have our own place up north -- and I'll always be grateful to Orchard House and Sally and Sean for making my annual treks to Maine a much-loved respite and ritual -- the very best weeks of the year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cybele D.

Beautiful Blue Hill

Wonderful time in Blue Hill area. Orchard House was a perfect home base especially if you like to take advantage of all the area farmer's markets and off the boat seafood...come back to a wonderful gourmet kitchen to prepare your finds. Tons of room, nice layout, very helpful owners. I would definitely recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tiana W.

Wonderful Week at Orchard House

Staying at Orchard House was really a pleasure. The house has a clean, modern interior and was well-provisioned with lots of room to spread out and a great kitchen for cooking and entertaining. We have a young child and appreciated having a child’s room right off of the upstairs master. The friendly owners were very helpful, providing a great book of local recommendations and posting small signs throughout the house which clarified how things worked. Orchard House is in a peaceful wooded setting - no ocean view, but near a large lake (Walker Pond) that has boating, a small beach, and a children's day camp nearby. The location of the house was a perfect starting-off point for many adventures in Blue Hill, Brooksville, Deer Isle, and even Acadia National Park. We highly recommend this property for a wonderful week in Maine!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

3rd Time Still a Charm

This was the 3rd year in a row our family of five has stayed at the Orchard House. Like the 1st two years, we were comfy and cozy in a beautiful home that has a great deal to offer in space and function. The kitchen continues to impress! The very private back deck and outdoor shower is actually quite addictive, and the location of this home is perfect for us. Our children, ages 9-12-13 all give this place rave reviews as well and we'll be staying for another week, I'm sure, during the summer of 2015.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Orchard House Idyll

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Orchard House. As a cook, I particularly enjoyed the well equipped kitchen and open floor plan between the kitchen and living area. We used the grill several times, canoed on Walker Pond, and enjoyed the resident loons and wild turkeys. Comfortable beds and the slate shower upstairs were nice. Goor proximity to Blue Hill, Deer Isle, and Castine, and the great restaurants all around. Many thanks for a great week!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Great house, stunning region

Our first trip to Maine and definitely not our last, it's going to be tough resisting the pull back to Orchard House. This is a great rental, lots of space, beautifully fitted and a very personal feel, it's clearly been a labour of love. We spent an idyllic week with 3 young children and the in-laws, kayaking, swimming and hiking. Acadia is beautiful and only an hour away but to get away from the crowds the Blue Hills Peninsula is stunning and so unspoilt. Can't wait to get back
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F., Providence, RI

Relaxing vacation in our favorite part of Maine

For seven years, my family spent a week each summer at Sally's family's resort, Oakland House. The kids talked about it all year, and couldn't wait to go back. When Oakland House sadly closed, we began to spend vacations elsewhere, but it wasn't the same. This summer, with my son heading off to college in the fall, my daughter, son and I decided to rent a house on the Blue Hill Peninsula. What a surprise to discover Sally and Sean's house, just down the road from Oakland House and right on the shore of beautiful Walker Pond! We brought along another 18 year old boy, and they loved swimming and fishing in the Pond, although they didn't catch anything. They particularly enjoyed the outdoor shower, which is quite glorious on a sunny morning. I made muffins and pancakes with blueberries picked on Caterpillar Hill, and we got fresh-off-the-boat lobsters in Stonington ($3.80/lb.!). We did some hiking on Deer Isle and in Acadia National Park, but mostly we relaxed, read, and enjoyed each other's company--and the turkey family on the property. A beautiful spot with most gracious hosts, Sally and Sean have thought of literally everything you might need or enjoy. I'm always sad to leave Brooksville....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The Perfect Maine Vacation

Our family of five (two adults and three children--ages 7, 8, 10) stayed at Orchard House for three weeks in August and could not have asked for more. It was better than advertised and our best family vacation to date. The residence was very private with plenty of space on the property and in the house for the five of us to spread out and enjoy ourselves. The house was clean (we loved the tile and hardwood floors!) and well-maintained. Sean and Sally were very helpful answering our questions promptly. We brought our bikes, and the kids loved going up and down the drive and the hill to the lake. The deck was spacious and all of us enjoyed the outdoor shower and the beautiful starry skies at night. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed, and the bathrooms were well-appointed. We all discovered favorite books in the literally hundreds scattered throughout the house, but the Blue Hill Library also provided an unlimited assortment of books, cds, and dvds. The location is outstanding. The property is on a lake but within five minutes of several isolated ocean beaches. Brooksville and Blue Hill are very convenient drives for farmer's markets, groceries (Tradewinds), and health food (Blue Hill Co-op). Orchard House was a perfect launching point for trips to Acadia, Stonington, Fort Knox, Lubec, the Bold Coast, and the Schoodic Peninsula. Every little village was a gem--Brooklin, Castine, Sedgwick, Penobscot. We would definitely recommend Orchard House, and it will be at the top of our list for our next Maine vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We'd go again and again!

So enjoyed our time at Orchard House! The beds were comfy, the breezes blowing through the big windows were lovely, and the big, open kitchen/living room was perfect for our group! There was so much to do within just a few minutes' drive. Acadia and Bar Harbor are great, but we were thrilled with Holbrook Island Sanctuary, the town of Blue Hill, and Walker's Pond, too! Highly recommend the co-op in Blue Hill. Great family vacation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Maine Getaway

We've just returned from our stay at Orchard House and are already picking dates for a return visit in 2013. Sally and Sean provided a home away from home vacation experience with a comfortably furnished living area, fresh crisp linens on the beds, fully appointed kitchen, and a deck that extended the living area outdoors. Within easy driving distance of so many lovely little areas including Blue Hill, Brooklin, Ellsworth and Bar Harbor, Stonington, Brooksville and our favorite water spot Naskeag Point. We explored the Holbrook Island Sanctuary and the daily farmers markets in each of the surrounding towns and feasted on fresh lobsters from local fishermen (Bucks Harbor and Brooklin) Private without being remote, this was an ideal getaway location for our family of four.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Beautiful Home in a Great Location

Our family of five, including 3 young children, has been traveling to Maine for the past 8 years. We found the Orchard House to be remarkably clean and superbly maintained and managed. The location was exactly what we were looking for between scenic Blue Hill and Stonington. It has a remote feel to the property with a nice distance from neighbors yet close to all the local attractions including Acadia National Park. We found Sally to be a great wealth of information on every thought imaginable, including remote accessible beaches and good restaurants. The home is furnished beautifully with modern appliances including a stereo with speakers on the deck. Very impressive and clean home! We wholeheartedly recommend the Orchard House for a worry free and fun stay in Downeast Maine. It was the vacation of our dreams at a very affordable price. Thank you Sally and Sean!

About the host

Hosted by Sally McGuigan

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We built Orchard House with plans to live there full time year round. Our plans changed along the way and we moved out of Maine but love returning to the area to visit family and friends and just enjoy the peace and quiet of this small Maine coastal town where Sally grew up!

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