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Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people.

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A residential area with houses, a grassy yard, and a body of water in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a red microwave, and a bar stool.
A wooden deck with railings and string lights, overlooking a river with bare trees and a sunset.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a small table, a blue armchair, and a patterned rug.
A wooden staircase with a sign reading 'By The Sea' and a rustic wall decoration.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Casco Bay

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Harpswell, ME
  • Place, Casco Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Harpswell Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ash Cove Pottery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1, 1st floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2, in loft

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Harpswell

Located in Harpswell, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum and Arctic Museum and Arctic Studies Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Harriet Beecher Stowe House and First Parish Church. Ash Cove Pottery and Land's End Gift Shop are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Harpswell, ME

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • beach near Harpswell Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ash Cove Pottery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 40 min drive - 50.2 km
  • State Theatre - 58 min drive - 82.7 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 22 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cook's Lobster & Ale House - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Holbrooks Lobster Wharf - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Sundrenched - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harpswell cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Casco Bay and Ash Cove Pottery. Mitchell Field and Lower Goose Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 83 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joe and Lynn went out of their way to make my stay meaningful and varied.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I saw an incredible sunrise over the water from the bedroom window of the rental.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay, like always.

This is our 4th time staying here. Everything is always great. Yhe owners are the best.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and delightful

Joe and Lynn are so kind and helpful, and both the property and surrounding area are absolutely gorgeous. Such a charming place to be in the summer — I am sure we will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

A great home away from home - had everything you could need - Lynn & Joe were great host's - Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Getaway

Enjoyed our stay at Drifting In! The property was clean, comfortable, and cozy. Lynn and Joe have a beautiful place and their hospitality is unmatched. They have thought of everything! Great hiking trails, boating, and food in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect summer rental

The camp is perfect in every way. The owners anticipate your ever need. Harpswell is centrally located to all Maine coastal attractions.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Away from the ordinary

Had a very relaxing stay near the sea. The Smiths went out of their way to make it memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Time by the sea always restores us.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional Hospitality

We have stayed at this property before and whenever we come to Maine, it will be our go-to ‘home away from home’. EVERYTHING you could want or need is provided-and high quality, too. Joe & Lynn’s Driftin’ Inn sets the bar high for all other VRBO properties. If you’re looking for a comfortable place from which to explore Maine - you cannot go wrong here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Extraordinary

The place was just wonderful. All of the coastal decorations and attention to detail to make our stay so pleasurable were really outstanding: the local snacks, the bathrobes, the extra towels, the beautiful dishes, the boat ride, and just the hosts genuine kindness and so much more…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Surpassed expectations!

The space was nicer than the pictures give justice! Lynn and Joe are so nice and were easy to reach when needed! They even gave us a few local goodies to start off our stay. Definitely a great place for a quite relaxing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Drifting In Stay

We had a wonderful stay with gracious hospitality, in an amazing accommodation! Joe and Lynn thought of everything one might need to accommodate us during our stay. The steps up were a challenge for older joints but so very worth the effort enhanced by views of the cribstone bridge and lovely oceanside decor!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy apartment, short walk to beach area

The apartment is situated above the garage of the owners. It was perfect for me as a single, comfortable bed, nice shower. A deck with a grill. Owners provide made in Maine amenities, I will definitely rebook for next summer.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely apartment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Harpswell. The apartment was extremely clean, very comfortable and in a great location. There were so many nice touches from the breakfast food in the fridge and the wine, cheese and crackers on the counter to the towels, bathrobes and slippers. The boat ride with Lynn and Joe was another highlight! Best VRBO experience we’ve had - highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
Kathy and Jimmy, It seems that you highlighted all of the things we value in your review! It was wonderful getting to know you and we hope to see you again someday. With thanks and kindest regards, Lynn and Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place & great hosts!

Lynn and Joe have an absolutely beautiful guest house in an absolutely beautiful corner of the world. They went out of their way to make us feel comfortable, answer questions about local events and history, and the guest house lacked nothing. As an amateur gardener, I was also impressed with the wonderful plantings around the property, and the amazing meadow that they created. We (all three of us) would love to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very beautiful. Clean, supplied with all our needs. wine, cheese, coffee,spices, beer, and all cooking utensils. Washer and dryer. Outside seating, grill, and view of the Ocean. Safe, and a wonderful getaway!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

We chose this property for our first trip to Maine and our honeymoon. We were amazed by all the property had to offer and it looked even more beautiful in person! Plus, the bed was unbelievably comfortable. The hosts were easy to communicate with and it was clear that they valued our experience. The hosts left us personalized goodies and took us on a complimentary boat tour. We have never had such a good rental experience. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

We had the most amazing stay! The pictures do not do it justice! We have stayed at many vrbo and airbnb and this was by far the best experience we have ever had! It was all about the thoughtful touches that made us feel at home. The nicest people ever and our boat ride was so relaxing! When back in Maine we hope they will have availability because we can't wait to stay again! Thanks guys!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2021
Summer, Thank you for the review. We appreciate the lovely review and we hope you'll be visiting again. Kind regards, Lynn and Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Treetop Treat

This was a cozy comfortable place to stay in beautiful Harpswell. A second floor apartment with a loft bedroom up in the treetops that was just so. Every amenity you can think of, it was beyond well stocked and appointed. We even were invited aboard the owner’s boat for a cruise around Harpswell. Our hosts, Lynn and Joe, and this lovely Drifting In were beyond expectations. Thank you!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2021
Dear Caoilin, We are so happy that you enjoyed your holiday at Drifting In. It was lovely to meet you and thank you for the lovely review. With thanks and kindest regards, Lynn and Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Treated like royalty.

The hosts, Lynn and Capt. Joe, treated us like we were special. However, I bet they make ALL their guest feel that way. The house was spotlessly clean. We were greeted with beer, wine and cheese upon arrival, and the fridge had everything we might want for breakfast the next day. Capt Joe and Lynn took us out for a boat tour of the area, and since it was my wife's birthday, they bought her a dozen roses. We felt we had left good friends behind when we left for home. Awesome stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best vrbo ever!!

We had a marvelous time staying at Drifting In and will definitely be back!! Gorgeous apartment, inside and out, with every detail just perfect. Nice deck with places to sit and BBQ. Spacious rooms, skylights, lots of light and places to nestle. We were greeted with Maine goodies in the kitchen, which was nicely equipped for those who like to cook. Comfy bed. Amazing hosts we really enjoyed spending some time with. We went out on the boat with Joe--a very fun morning! We took the short walk to the shore--pristine, welcoming, quite private. Had best lobster ever. A quiet setting with water views. What more could we ask for?!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Dear Robin and Andy, Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it! You were wonderful guests and you're welcome back any time. With kindest regards, Lynn and Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beyond Expectations

You won’t be disappointed if you book “Drifting In”. Lynn is a super lovely, interesting person, and she has done an amazing job of decorating and appointing their gem of a cottage. The local works of art on the walls, tables, and shelves are wonderful! I felt completely welcome (Lynn even stocked the fridge with wine, cheese, Maine made treats, and other basics). I honestly wished I could stay longer. The location is fantastic - you feel pretty “off the grid” but are actually very close to anything you might need in Brunswick. I came alone this time, but the cottage could easily accommodate four people, and I DEFINITELY plan to return with my husband next year. Thank you, Lynn and Joe!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Dear Linda, Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review, we appreciate the feedback. You were a 5 star guest! You and your husband are welcome back any time. With kindest regards, Joe and Lynn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Spot in an Idyllic Coastal Community

A pair of more generous and considerate hosts, and a lovelier spot would be hard to find. Lynn and Joe's relaxed and "un-fussy" attention to detail provides guests with every convenience to enjoy a true vacation, tailored to one's interests: relaxation, information for exploration of Mid-coastal Maine, the pleasures of music, food, local culture, rest and activity - enjoyment of nature on land and water. All this, with the small conveniences and luxuries that make for a very special experience - a tasteful and spotless apartment stocked with provisions crafted by Maine artisans and businesses - everything one may need in kitchen,, bath and bedroom to be pampered and cared for. In addition, Joe's 3-hour boat trip (scheduled at your convenience) highlights Harpswell's Island communities and harbours - and allows visitors to understand what Maine life and history have to offer. We left our 10-day stay feeling rejuvenated and very appreciative for all we had learned and enjoyed.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We appreciate it. Joe and I are thrilled that you enjoyed the local sights and the accommodations. Christine and Frank, we hope to see you again. Kindest regards and thanks. Lynn and Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private, cozy, perfect escape!

Our hosts, Joe and Lynn, were extremely helpful in filling us in on places of interest in Maine that we were not aware of (Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and the Maine Maritime Museum for a start!). Communication was excellent prior, during, and afterwards, plus all the privacy you could ask for. There is wi-fi at your fingertips and wonderful welcome treats of wine, cheese, local maple syrup, IPA beer, and essentials of eggs, milk, and butter . There are all the beach essentials you might need to spend a day on the beach as well. They did not forget anything! Did I mention it was really clean and the bed was amazingly comfortable? Don’t miss this chance to relax and explore Maine in this wonderful place. We would recommend this to everyone and would return without a question. Thank you Joe and Lynn!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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