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Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1st Floor Master Bedroom - Ocean view, spacious

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 1 - Large sitting area, sofa chairs, table

2 Single Beds

2nd Floor Bedroom 2 - Dresser, table, chairs

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach

Afterglow is nicknamed for its beautiful sunsets & reflections across the salt water. It is right on the ocean with a large private beach & looking southwest towards Pemaquid. Spectacular ocean views and breathtaking sunsets are viewable from the entire house. A garden and a large grassy play area suitable for croquet or badminton extend right to the private beach. Trees offer a sense of privacy and quietness. Imagine waking up in the morning to the sweet smell of the ocean, watching lobstermen pulling up lobster traps through bedroom windows; sitting in the living room, dinning room or on the deck with delicious Maine seafood and watching serene evening sunsets. Exploring the rocky shoreline, sea kayaking, strolling on the public beach or joining the community house music gathering are a few activities characteristic of the immediate local area. Friendship affords good access to Camden, Boothbay, Pemaquid, Freeport or more distant attractions like Bar Harbor and northern lake regions.


Activities/Attractions in the Immediate Area: Swimming, canoeing or sea kayaking right from our private beach area. The grassy play ground beside the beach is suitable for croquet/badminton. Each August (first or second Saturday) there is a regatta called the Chowder Cup in Friendship. This is an event that anyone with a sailboat may race in. You can sit back under the shade on our property or right on our private beach enjoying the race. It is really a fun to watch all kind of boats with variety of different sails racing by. Friends and neighbors, small boats and big boats, experienced sailors and novices all go. They race against each other and also trying to get around all of the working lobster boats as well. The Community House and the Long Beach are within walking distance from Afterglow. In summer season, visitors, friends and neighbors gather together with music, variety of delicious food and games at the Community House. Long Beach is a beautiful public beach enjoyable for jogging and seeing the famous Friendship Sloops.

Activities/Attractions in 5 min. Driving Distance : Friendship Harbor is a beautiful working harbor. You can choose your own lobsters at the Harbor straight from the water they were living in. Nothing can be as fresh as this! Friendship Day is held on last Saturday of July each year. This year it is on July 31st and starts at 6:30 am with a 1-5K foot race followed with a pancake breakfast, parade, musical entertainment, children’s activities, contests, craft fair, softball games, fresh lobster rolls, clam chowder, Lobster Boat Races, food/bake sales, the famous Friendship auction and fireworks. The Friendship Museum located in the “Old Brick” schoolhouse offers the community a variety of events throughout the year on topics related to the history and traditions of Friendship. In the summer, it offers trips to places of scenic and historical interest and participates in Friendship’s annual community-wide celebration. Friendship Public Library is affiliated with the State of Maine library system and contains 18413 volumes in collection.

Activities/Attractions in 10 min. Driving Distance: The Waldo Theater in Waldoboro, designed by Benjamin Schlanger in 1930s with an Art Deco interior and a facade done in Greek revival style, is renowned for its wonderful acoustics and features a variety of performing arts, live entertainment and classic movies. The Old German Church, another historical masterpiece, is believed to be the oldest church in Maine. It was built in 1772 by a group of Reformed Lutherans on the eastern bank of the Medomak River with its square-benched pews, galleries and towering wineglass-shaped pulpit. Other attractions and activities in nearby towns are Bay Chamber Concerts in Camden which offers world class performances, Rockport Opera House, Farnsworth Museum, Lighthouse Museum, Owl's Head Transportation Museum and Lobster Festival in Rockland, Maine Aquarium and Boothbay Railway Museum in Boothbay, Pemaquid Lighthouse and Pemaquid Beach are the must places to visit. Further in distance, are the famous L.L. Bean in Freeport and Acadia Park in Bar Harbor. Local coin laundromat is available in the Town of Waldoboro.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Sea view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house/property is not child proof.
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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
Walking down to the beach, any activities on the beach, swimming and kayaking are at your own risk. No camp fire on the property and beach.
The house and property are not child proof. Parents/adults are responsible for the children's activities inside house and on the property.
$50/hr. for additional cleaning if the house/property in an unacceptable condition. Notify the owner immediately for any property damages.

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You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Friendship

Located in Friendship, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. George River and Damariscotta Lake, while Fawcett's Antique Toy and Art Museum and Penobscot Marine Museum are cultural highlights. Maine State Prison Store and Pemaquid Craft Co-op are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
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Friendship, ME

What's nearby

  • Damariscotta Lake - 45 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Rockland Harbor Park - 51 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 51 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Rockland Ferry Terminal - 51 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 55 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jameson Point Lobster Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪squid ink coffee - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Round Pond Coffee - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Wallaces Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Muscongus Bay Lobsters - ‬48 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach on 24 Mar 2026 start from £288, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Afterglow - The Beauty of Sunset on Spectacular Ocean View & Private Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Friendship holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of St. George River, Maine State Prison Store and Fawcett's Antique Toy and Art Museum. Damariscotta Lake and Penobscot Marine Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Beautiful Property!

The location of the property is gorgeous- we loved the outdoor space! Ming was great to work with and got the place ready for us even though it was a last minute rental.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2022
Hi Alex, I am so glad you and your family enjoyed The Afterglow. Thank you so much for coming and keep the house/property absolutely neat and clean! Wish you and your family have a great summer! Ming
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

truly wonderful stay

This house has an amazing view all day but especially during the sunset which explains why it's called "Afterglow". We loved staying here and will hopefully return next year. The owner is very responsive with any questions. This place is a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thank you, Helen, Sharron, Judy, and Christel for staying in the Afterglow! It was truly a pleasure to meet you! The Guest Book for the Afterglow is such a wonderful gift from you, and it has been used every week. Thank you so much! Have a great rest of the year and look forward to seeing you again in Maine next year! Ming
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location cannot be beat! Sunset with afterglow was phenomenal. The large deck was terrific.New bath towels are needed, we brought our own after reading a review. A very old-fashioned interior, but certainly sufficient for our needs would be nice if the owner had at least one ocean kayak to take out on the water. I brought my own beach chair as the few hanging in the garage look to be decades old. Fantastic general store a few miles away in town. Terrific lobster restaurant in town a few miles away.Dishwasher works very poorly according to my wife and mother.Such a fantastic location that a lot can be overlooked in the residence itself.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Everett A.

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

Tranquility at its best

Very quiet location . Most of the time we felt we had the entire area to our selves. Just awesome sunsets and a wonderful house that is exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2022
Hi Everett and Michelle, So glad to hear you enjoyed your vacation in the Afterglow. Thank you so much for coming! Ming
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

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

Beautiful view

I can’t say enough about the view, without a doubt one of the most beautiful I have seen. I really enjoyed looking for sea glass on the beach and managed to find several pieces. We also loved the location, very quant small town and close to so many great places to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Dear Melinda, We are so pleased you had a wonderful time on your vacation! Thank you all so much for staying in Afterglow! Hope you come back again in the future. Ming
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Slice of Heaven

Absolutely stunning location. Calm, peaceful and deep bay waters - beautiful at both high and low tide. Hours of kayak adventures with seal and eagle and osprey sightings. Sunsets that last for an hour or more and then incredible night skies with views of the Milky Way. Loved every minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2020
Hi Cathy, We are so glad you and your family enjoyed the Afterglow. Thank you so much for coming to Maine and hope to see you all again in the future. Ming
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael M.

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

Great views!

The private beach was just steps away from the back porch. Beautiful views from sun up to sun down. We really enjoyed the nature hike that was only about a ten-minute walk away from the house - that was an added bonus. The house is a bit dated, but it had a charm to it, like visiting your beloved grandparents' house. We enjoyed the nostalgia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Hi Mike, Thanks for your staying in Afterglow. The house is from our beloved parents. Keeping the original characteristics is for the memories of our family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Beautiful Sunsets

We had a wonderful time in Friendship and especially enjoyed several amazing sunsets from the deck. Although the water at the house beach was a little rough, we managed to kayak along the shore. A nearby beach down the road was a bit calmer. Great bicycling to the Friendship Harbor as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2022
Hi Paul, We are pleased you enjoyed your vacation in Afterglow and Friendship town. Thanks for keeping the house nice and clean! Hope you come back in the future and have a great rest of the year. Ming
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen U.

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

Amazing Sunsets

The house is called the Afterglow…now I know why. Every evening the sun sets and there is an afterglow after it sets! So beautiful and every sunset is unique to the clouds that are present for sunset
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
Thank you, Helen for the precise description of the Afterglow! It is exactly the house was named for. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the unique beautiful afterglow every day after sunset. Thank you for coming! Have a great rest of the year.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

Beautiful views, lovely ocean breeze and great location!

Our family had a wonderful stay at the Afterglow. The house is a little dated but does not stop a great time. Our only issue was that the master bedroom on the 1st floor with an AMAZING view has twin beds with springs that can be felt. That said we would rent again but bring something to put over the mattresses so that when we pushed the beds together we could snuggle in comfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thanks, Kate for your feedback. We are going to replace the mattresses and place a full size bed in the master bedroom downstairs. The house was built by Dave's Dad and Mom. Dave helped a great deal and has fond memories of his family. We would like to keep the original family's taste.
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia and Richard W.

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

Afterglow

View is beautiful! Sailboats, lobster boats and stunning sunsets all right in front of you, wether on the deck, the lawn or from inside the house. Sounds of the ocean lull you to sleep, birds singing in the morning. Nature preserve in walking distance provided a nice hike. Ming is a gracious and responsive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda d.

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

Gorgeous views. Quiet and peaceful

Perfect place to rest with beautiful views. Beautiful sunset. We saw a bold eagle right of the main deck. Nice little town. As noted on previous reviews the water has an oder. Recommend using bottle water for cooking and drinking. Beds were ok, but could be improved. Overall we had a very good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2020
Hi Esmeralda, Glad to hear you have a good vacation here in Maine. Thanks for your feedback. Here is the information we would like our guests to know about the coastal water. In order to have the least impact on our summer guests, each spring we hire a professional person to clean the well, refresh the well water and replace the filters in the water filtering system inside the house. Due to the property and well are so close the deep ocean water, we always inform our guests to bring the bottle water for drinking and cooking. Information for bed mattresses condition: 1st floor master bedroom – Queen size bed with new extra firm memory foam mattress 2nd floor bedroom 1: Two twin beds all have new extra firm memory foam mattresses 2nd floor bedroom 2: Two spring mattresses are in very good condition and topped with memory foam pads for softness We will continue to try our best to make our guests happy and hope our guests will enjoy their vacation time at our property. Thank you again and have a great rest of 2020. Ming
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

July 4th Stay in Coastal Maine

We wanted to get away from the city of Portland and experience a true Maine experience. This rental provide just that. We were on the water edge where we experienced local lobster fisherman checking their crab cages, fisherman casting their nets, fireworks over the bay, and much more without the hustle of a big city. Local dining was just that, a small town experience where people were very friendly and lobster was right off the boat. The host was extremely friendly and the accommodations were far better then staying at a hotel. Very quite environment with a very clean house. Can't complain and well worth the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
Dear Kevin, Thank you and your family so much for choosing to stay in Afterglow! We are so pleased your family had a wonderful 4th of July vacation in Maine. Hope to see all of you again. Ming
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8/10 Good

James M.

It was a beautiful spot on the water with some gorgeous views.

The house was situated at a lovely location on the water with beautiful views of the ocean. We enjoyed renting kayaks and watching the lobstermen on their boats from the beautiful deck and private beach. The house was nice with pretty water views, but decorated in the 70s with very little updated. The beds were older and not very comfortable and the pillows were very old looking and very stained. We didn't realize how bad till we stripped the bed at the end of the week. Maybe if they invested more in the beds so they were less creaky and they bought new pillows each year it would be a more comfortable sleeping experience. However, everything else was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you, James for the review. The house is an inheritance of the family containing antique furniture and original family taste. We would like to keep the original characteristics for the memories of the past. We’ve updated the hot water heater (June, 2017), kitchen appliances, windows, patio doors, hardwood flooring and outside of the house including deck and roofing since 2011. Regarding to the pillows, we noticed you used the old pillows as extra pillows. These old pillows were temporally stored inside the closet on the floor for disposal. We will make sure to dispose the old items before next guests’ arrival in the future. We’ve added 4 extra new pillows already for our guests’ convenience. We haven’t experienced any complains about the beds from other guests since renting the house. If we hear the similar complain we will diligently correct it. Customer service and satisfaction are our priorities.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Peace & Happiness

Ming's property is a peaceful step back in time. The furnishing are a cool vintage collection. The deck is where you will want to be though! It faces the ocean and is just a slice of heaven. Walk across the lawn and down the short set of stairs and you are on the beach. We found sea glass each day:) The house is very good sized and shares a short road with just one other house. You definitely have your privacy. We even had a nesting Osprey w/family that we kept our eye one every day. A few lobster boats come and go each day, adding just the right touch of "Maine." Friendship is tucked away but close to what activities we wanted to do within Mid-coast Maine. Ming was a pleasure to work with and wants you to have the best vacation ever! Thank you for a lovely week, Ming!!! XO
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terry J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Pros and Cons

The house and setting are great, except for the problem with the sulfuric water, but we knew about that ahead of time. However, the photos and description of the access to a private beach are very misleading! There was no way to get down the bluff to the beach. We ended up actually digging our and building a rock and wood staircase so we could get down there. My husband was unable to use the beach, and supposed access to it was the main draw of this house! Also, although the house itself was clean, the wall oven was so filthy that I recoiled in horror, so we could not use it. And the dishwasher is so old that it is stained and dirty on the inside. I expected to find a handful of brochures on local restaurants and fun things to do in the area, but none of that was provided. The kitchen is minimally stocked - a corkscrew seems like an essential item! It feels like this owner is very haphazard in her care and approach to her clientele.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
It was great having you as our guest this summer! I’m sorry to hear you felt misled regarding the entrance to the beach. To give context to our other guests, there is a 1.5ft high embankment along the edge of the lawn and beach with a stone pathway for access. While this makes for easy access to most all our guests, we are sorry that you weren’t able to fully enjoy the beach. To be clear, we do not advertise the property to be accessible to anyone with disabilities and there was no mention of special needs in the inquiry. We do our best to keep the kitchen well prepared for all our guests but I’m sorry to hear some of the appliances didn’t meet your expectations; we will see what we can do to make improvements here. While the kitchen is stocked with a corkscrew, it may have been misplaced by another guest and we will be sure to relocate it in a convenient place - thanks for bringing it to our attention. Updates: Two water analyses have been done in April and May 2022. The water has elevated iron and manganese, but no Sulfur. A water softener has been installed in April 2022 to improve the entire house water quality.
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful View

You can’t beat the view. The location is about 10 min to the town. The house is extremely outdated, mostly original, with very uncomfortable old furniture. It is loaded with old books and magazines and other stuff that collects dust. The bathrooms need updating. The tub shower is dangerously slippery and the upper shower is tricky to use. The beds are old, but did have clean linens. We were left with four towels, two were old small air dried and too rough to use. Two were very small with fringes like a rug and very old. Did not use them. Bought some beach towels to use. We were left with three napkins and one roll of TP in each bathroom. We bought more of each for our use. Nice lobster pot. The oven is original and gets very hot on the outside door, it needs replacing. No microwave, but did have a nice little toaster oven. Nice fridge. Nice size dining room table with chairs. Dishwasher worked but you can not use the wash machine, the breaker is off and only for housekeeping. That was outlined on the contract we had to sign. The contract is not welcoming, it is merely a list of don'ts and reminders of your own risks. New steps to the water, but a bit tricky with no hand rail. The owner does respond quickly to messages. We did not try to use the tv's, they are old CRT models. But the wifi worked fine. If this house were updated, It would be a nice remote spot to hang out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2024
Hi Stephanie, Sorry for your disappointment. The house is a private home from our parents. It is important for us to keep our parents’ antique furniture and collectable books and magazines to remind us of the beautiful time we had together. We have detailed photos on VRBO website for our guests to view and make their own choice. These are the facts we want our guests to know: The Bathroom: We replaced the sink & faucet, toilet and shower system (both down/upstairs) last spring. The new ones are beautiful Kohler brand. Please see the photos on VRBO website. Bedrooms: The bed frames are metal frames. The mattresses in all three bedrooms are the new firm memory foams and being used only for a few weeks in the summer rental. The mattress in the master bedroom is only 3 summers old. Microwave: The microwave oven is right above the wall oven. Please see the photos on VRBO website. We provide one set of towels (3 pieces) for each guest and many extra toilet paper rolls in the bathrooms cabinet. There is a detailed instruction booklet for appliances, door locks and etc. hanging on the kitchen wall. Detailed check-in information is emailed to our guests one week before the arrival date. Items we do not provide are stated on the VRBO website and our rental agreement. Thanks. Ming
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Beautiful location

Beautifully location. Access to the ocean was ideal for kayaking and fishing. Ming was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

What a spot!

This is truly a lovely spot on the coast of Maine. Beautiful view, cool, clean water and nice breezes. Access to the beach would be improved with some good stairs but the property is great and having two full bathrooms was definitely a plus. Good cell reception and strong wifi helped as well.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan K.

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

Friendship

Excellent view and peaceful setting. Worst part is the water. Very high sulfur content and smell. Use bottled water to brush teeth and any cooking. Showers get you clean but you smell like sulfur. A lot of negative yellow stickers. Would be better if just included in the agreement. There is nothing egregious. Could not get over the feeling that our movements were constantly being monitored. Understand the liability issues, but using the fireplace would have been nice. Mostly small improvements we saw but thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Hi Johnathan, We are glad you thoroughly enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback. We agree, the water contains heavy minerals compared to city water because the water comes from our own well. Like all properties in our area our property is outside the range of the town water supply. While all house water passes through a modern filtration system, the mineral content in the water is responsible for the slight smell, which is very common in our area. We realize some guests are not familiar with the coastal water. We always inform our guests the water condition ahead of time and provide a container of drinking water for our guests to start with. Regarding to the yellow stickers (total 3) – the 1st sticker is the password to access the Wi-Fi. The 2nd one is a welcome note with a kind reminder to remind our guests to stay within the boundary of our beach (directly in front of our property). The 3rd note is reminding our guests to not block the driveway. The rental agreement has rules encompass our reminders of respecting our neighbors’ private properties including noise. Allowing 3 vehicles parking, no parking on the lawn etc. These notes are specific amendments due to recent incidents we’ve had this year. We will be updating our rental agreement to incorporate these notes. Updates: Two water analyses have been done in April and May 2022. The water has elevated iron and manganese, but no Sulfur. A water softener has been installed in April 2022 to improve the entire house water quality. Thanks. Ming Rawstron
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10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Can I go back right now?

We have been coming to Afterglow for four years and could not be more pleased with our experience. The location is extraordinary. The property is right on the shore, nestled at the head of a small cove, so there is nothing and no one between you and the water. At high tide, you can walk down a few steps to the beach and go for a swim (at low tide you'll have to walk about twenty yards). The location works particularly well for us since we love to kayak and it is very easy to launch your boats, again just walking a few steps down to the beach and into the water. The sunsets are spectacular and can be comfortably viewed from the spacious front deck. The house sleeps 6 adults comfortably and having a full bath upstairs is a big plus. The house is always clean and well-maintained when we arrive and the owners respond immediately to any questions or requests. Because of the location, the ambiance is truly peaceful, a high priority for us. We've often found that days can go by with no sounds from the neighboring properties and–aside from a few lobster boats and the sound of the lapping waves–the bay is remarkably quiet. Afterglow is, for us, totally relaxing. Not only would I recommend Afterglow to friends and relatives, we've had a number of friends and relatives come to stay with us and they all say they don't want to leave. We'll be going back next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

Spectacular sunsets!

Imagine the most spectacular sunsets you've ever seen, a comfortable deck overlooking the water and a house that feels like home. That's Afterglow. We've just finished our sixth year of vacations there, and have been completely satisfied. Our hosts are gracious and accommodating, booking is easy and the listing accurately describes the house and its comfortable accommodations. The location is lovely -- close enough to nearby towns/cities to dine out, shop and take advantage of cultural activities and far enough away to feel the quiet of a vacation by the water. There's a small beach steps away from the house that's lovely for sea glass hunting, sitting on the rocks or launching kayaks and a nearby town beach for swimming. Highly recommended!
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8/10 Good

Cecelia R.

What a Lovely Spot

Ming, our friendly, helpful, and informative host greeted my sister and I upon our arrival at Afterglow. We got there just around dusk in time to enjoy what would be one of many breathtaking sunsets. Every evening after, we made sure we were on the deck to take advantage of the westward views and the beautiful sunsets. What a way to end the day after swimming and kayaking right from the beach in front of our cottage. A perfect week in a perfect place!
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10/10 Excellent

George W.

Thanks! We enjoyed our vacation!

We are a retired couple and came to visit Maine last summer. We stayed at “Afterglow” for a week and really enjoyed our vacation. The home is very comfortable and well equipped. We spent most of our time on the deck reading, relaxing, watching sailboats, sea kayakers passing by, duck family swimming around, local lobstermen working… The shaded large deck is a plus on a hot summer day! Afterglow is private, quiet, and serene, but never boring. A Dennis the Menace duckling excites the brood. An osprey may fly by. The spectacular sunsets give the evening time a special and charming moment. We also enjoyed sitting on the private beach observing the incoming water surge against the rocks, clear water, beautiful small rocks and sand. Thanks for allowing us to share such a beautiful location. We are coming back this summer.

About the host

Hosted by Ming Rawstron

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Why they chose this property

In Maine Ocean front property, the well water is usually rich in minerals. We have taken care of the issue. Here is the update: Based on the water test analyses, a water softener filtration system has been installed in April 2022 to improve the water quality.

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