Pointed Fir Cottage: Scenic 2B Oceanfront Stay

I live in Statesville, North Carolina, and work as an Airbnb host in Star, North Carolina alongside my husband, while also serving as a cohost in Maine with my dad, Bill Duncan. Owning a home in Maine has always been a shared dream for both of my parents, who have been visiting the coast for decades. That dream became reality in 2017 with the purchase of an oceanfront property in East Boothbay. Today, I help my dad manage the online bookings and guest communications for their two coastal properties, blending family, hospitality, and a love for Maine’s shoreline into the work we do together.

After years of searching along the Maine coast for the perfect place to call their second home, my parents finally found it in 2017 when they purchased an oceanfront property in East Boothbay, Maine. What began as a long-held dream of owning a peaceful retreat by the water became a reality in a setting that captured everything they had hoped for—rugged shoreline, ocean views, and a true sense of escape. Since then, their connection to Maine has only grown stronger, eventually leading them to add another property in Southport, Maine. Together, these homes reflect years of patience, intention, and a deep love for the Maine coast. Excited to share it with others.

Owning a home in the Boothbay, Maine area is uniquely special because it combines true coastal beauty with a rare sense of privacy and space. Many properties offer sweeping oceanfront views where you can watch tides, boats, and wildlife change with the rhythm of the day, often right from your own porch or shoreline. Unlike more developed coastal markets, homes here tend to sit on larger, more secluded parcels of land, creating a feeling of quiet separation without losing access to charming nearby villages and harbors. The landscape itself—rocky coastlines, evergreens, and protected coves—adds to the sense of retreat, making it a place where nature is not just nearby, but fully integrated into daily life.