Brand New Oceanfront Retreat FRIENDSHIP MAINE
About this bed and breakfast
Situated in Friendship, this charming bed and breakfast for $248 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. New renovated guest quarters on the ocean provides the best VACATION location available. Be one of the first to stay in this beautifully renovated and nautically decorated 2 story. Lots of room for two and breathtaking views. Steps from the ocean and three sites from Friendship Maine Town Landing. The town landing offers a paved boat launch that many of our guests use to launch their boats. The launch is also a favorite spot to swim with easy access to the ocean. Multiple guests bring their own boats, kayaks, bikes, or hiking equipment to explore Muscongus Bay area. We do make exceptions for an additional guest over two with an increase of rates. Please let us know how we can best prepare for your arrival, so your visit meets your expectation. The new guest house is awesome for enjoying ocean activities or for relaxing on the outside deck while watching the constantly changing sunsets over the water. Located between Rockland and Boothbay our guest retreat offers numerous local weekly festivities to explore. Come experience the best Maine has to offer.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Friendship, ME
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)
5.0
We were looking for kayak-friendly owners and property, and scored on both! Sweet spot in a protected cove, access to other coves, islands and river nearby, and open ocean 3 miles south. Easy launching from their dock and a dedicated float that allows easy in and out. Shannon and Gil are great hosts; they arranged lobster from son’s catch one day and cooked it for us! Great house with a porch, well-appointed kitchen cozy bedroom and a loft with a view. Plus several preserves for hiking and local food nearby. We’ll be back!
5.0
Gil and Sharon were great. They were very accommodating and accessible. Gil,a fifth generation lobsterman can fill you in on all that. He also builds lobster boats. Friendship is convenient to places in midcoast Maine such as Rockland, Rockport and Camden.
5.0
If a 10 star was available the hosts deserve it. Peaceful and relaxing
5.0
Sharon and Gil are incredible hosts, in line with the beautiful home that they have shared. The views from the guest house are sensational. We couldn’t think of a better way to relax and unwind on a week long vacation. This place is perfect.
5.0
We had a wonderful time and appreciated the hospitality of Sharon & Gil! They gave us suggestions for things to do and we’re very responsive to any requests or questions. The cottage was very clean and well maintained. Thank you for helping make our vacation enjoyable!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay a great deal. Gil and Sharon were excellent hosts. The cottage was exactly as described and pictures. We would certainly recommend it to anyone who’s looking for a VRBO in this area.
5.0
Sharon and Gil are "finest kind," the type of hospitable folks you would expect to find in the great state of Maine. They built this unit themselves so there is a lot of love, care and quality that went into it. All the amenities you could want. You have a beautiful view of the water and sea-going birds, in a very quiet location, far from any tourist traffic but still well situated for heading out to some of the prime attractions along the Maine coast. There are several nature preserves close by for bird-watching, hiking or jogging. A great value...you'll be happy and comfortable here.
5.0
What an amazing time we had in Maine! The location of their beautiful place was perfect, cozy and oh so peaceful and quiet! The house had everything we needed and Gil & Sharon were quick to respond with any questions/needs we had! They are amazing! The views from the deck are beautiful! The bed was comfortable and there wasn't a thing we wished we'd had while we were there! Thank you for sharing your little piece of paradise with us! We loved every minute of our trip and it will go down as one of the best vacations we've ever taken!
5.0
Gil & Sharon Simmons are awesome hosts. They are good communicators and have been highly accommodating. Gave us a bunch of privacy. Gil and the generations after him are lobster fisherpeople. I strongly recommend guests use Jameson Point Lobster, very good price and they will steam them for you to take home or whatever. Great place! Very peaceful location. Great to see the tide action. Pretty boats in a little harbor! Just right for 2 adults - great TV - the wifi internet was pretty weak and sporadic. Generally good cell coverage in the area. Hate to say it as I love this hidden gem - want it just for me. Absolutely fantastic.
5.0
It was a lovely space with a great view - the hosts were extremely gracious and helpful with recommendations on things to do - and the location was a convenient home base. The local lobsters were amazing! We had a great stay in Friendship 😊
5.0
This property was perfect- clean, recently built, and with a beautiful view from the deck and loft room. The hosts could not have been better. They shared so much information about local attractions and the best places to eat. I'd say more, but then everybody would want to stay there and we won't be able to visit again next time!
5.0
OMG! There aren't enough words to express our appreciation to the hosts - Sharon & Gil - for making our 20 year anniversary trip very memorable. The cabin was perfect and very comfy. We used the deck every day for our morning coffee and evening happy hour with a view of the bay. Exactly what we were expecting...I wanted to be on the water!! The cabin was perfectly equipped for all of our needs and close to conveniences - grocery, restaurants, etc.
I hope after you read our review, you will book this cabin. You won't regret it! We're already planning our next trip back to Maine!!
5.0
Gil and Sharon are excellent hosts. The place was fully equipped and clean. Our hosts were great ambassadors of the local community. They provided us with all sorts of reference material and made great suggestions for activities for us to do during our stay.
5.0
Felt like home
Gil and Sharon are excellent hosts. The place was fully equipped and clean. Our hosts were great ambassadors of the local community. They provided us with all sorts of reference material and made great suggestions for activities for us to do during our stay.
5.0
Wonderful Maine!
Back home in Maine 🥰
5.0
Extremely helpful hosts, beautiful views and by far the best local July 4th celebration we’ve seen! Local lobsters right off the dock. What’s not to like?
5.0
Great sea side retreat
Extremely helpful hosts, beautiful views and by far the best local July 4th celebration we’ve seen! Local lobsters right off the dock. What’s not to like?
5.0
Wonderful house, inside and outside
The guest house was comfortable and clean, with a great view of the ocean from the loft and the deck. Friendship is an easy drive to the ferry to Monhegan Island, lighthouses, lobster restaurants. It was a treat to get to know the hosts, Gil and Sharon, who were very helpful, kind and responsive.
5.0
The hosts were wonderful
We enjoyed our first trip to maine
5.0
Very relaxing and beautiful views! Perfect time!
Our stay was perfect! The house is beautiful! Everything we needed to unwind. Our hosts were welcoming and so gracious! Thanks for a great time!
5.0
Mid August Vacation.
Sharon And Gil were phenomenal host. The communication Sharron provided was prompt at every point. Gil was patient with me, taking time out of his day to talk about the history of Friendship and his Lobstering career.
The accuracy of the listing was spot on. The house was modern and clean. One can see the beauty of the property from pictures, however I was thrilled to see the beauty in real life. The smell of the sea goes well with fresh coffee. Checking in and out was streamlined and efficient.
Everyone we met in Friendship was helpful and willing to chat with us. The whole region is gorgeous. We found many places to visit with a short drive. And Sharron has a nifty folders full of brochures and maps, highlighting areas of interest.
We were honored to stay with Sharron and Gil. Definitely excited about return visits.
Thank you,
Randy and Adelaida Scudder
5.0
This location was absolutely perfect for us to be able to launch our kayak and explore the area. Sharon and Gil had provided everything we needed, gave us a great overview of the area describing places of interest, and Sharon even went with us on a sunset kayak to make sure we know how to get to a special place the next day. We loved our week there!
5.0
Fabulous Property & Location!
This location was absolutely perfect for us to be able to launch our kayak and explore the area. Sharon and Gil had provided everything we needed, gave us a great overview of the area describing places of interest, and Sharon even went with us on a sunset kayak to make sure we know how to get to a special place the next day. We loved our week there!
5.0
The property has a lovely little deck overlooking the cove where we spent a lot of time. The downstairs bedroom is small but we kept all our belongings in the upstairs room which is quite big. TV was great, WiFi signal was intermittent. Overall the hosts were willing to address any short comings. However, there are no laundry facilities. There is a great coin operated laundry in Damariscotta which also does service washes. The kitchen was fine but if you like to cook the utensils are basic.
We loved our time there. Friendship is a beautiful spot with a lovely community of full time residents.
5.0
What a terrific place to spend two weeks with my 83 year old mother on the coast of Maine. Restful with a beautiful view!
Close to many attractions and activities in the area. Gil and Sharon are super hosts and worked hard to make our time special. Sweet memories made here!
5.0
Fabulous hosts and versatile accommodation
The property has a lovely little deck overlooking the cove where we spent a lot of time. The downstairs bedroom is small but we kept all our belongings in the upstairs room which is quite big. TV was great, WiFi signal was intermittent. Overall the hosts were willing to address any short comings. However, there are no laundry facilities. There is a great coin operated laundry in Damariscotta which also does service washes. The kitchen was fine but if you like to cook the utensils are basic.
We loved our time there. Friendship is a beautiful spot with a lovely community of full time residents.
5.0
This cottage was perfect for us. We used the sleeping loft in order to have views and early morning sunlight. The kitchen was perfect for cooking and everything was provided. Gil and Sharon were extremely nice and helpful. This is a wonderful getaway from urban stress!
5.0
Wonderful place!
What a terrific place to spend two weeks with my 83 year old mother on the coast of Maine. Restful with a beautiful view!
Close to many attractions and activities in the area. Gil and Sharon are super hosts and worked hard to make our time special. Sweet memories made here!
5.0
Lovely and peaceful stay
This cottage was perfect for us. We used the sleeping loft in order to have views and early morning sunlight. The kitchen was perfect for cooking and everything was provided. Gil and Sharon were extremely nice and helpful. This is a wonderful getaway from urban stress!
5.0
Had a wonderful stay and Sharon and Gill were excellent hosts.
The property was neart and nicely decorated. Putting in the kayaks at the little town landing (which is very private) couldn't have been easier. We had so much fun exploring the coastal waterways ans found some good mtn. bike trails in nearby Camden as well. Would highly recommend this property.
5.0
Picturesque, Peaceful Midcoast Maine Retreat
Beautiful, peaceful location in mid-coast Maine, off the tourism path but close enough to visit all the key spots. Sharon and Gil are wonderful hosts, friendly and helpful with any location guidance or local knowledge. Any need - extra bedding, wine opener, etc. was immediately attended to with a smile. They were always responsive and made it a priority to have you feel welcome and comfortable. Even steamed lobsters were provided - what treat! The location is quiet and serene and lovely for kayaking along the coast. Sharon even took me for a lovely kayak tour where two bald eagles flew overhead! The cottage is as charming as can be - beautiful Maine pine, a small deck with a grill to sit out and view the sunset over the water. Everything is new and nicely appointed in crafty, elegant style. Relaxing, reading, and gazing out the window from the light pine upstairs loft was "just right". This is the perfect spot to rest, relax and explore and soak in the beauty of the area. Absolutely lovely stay on all levels. Thank you!
5.0
My husband and I stayed 5 nights in this lovely apartment on a very quiet cove in Mid-Coast Maine. The apartment was very clean, perfect size for a couple and nicely appointed with new full size gas range and refrigerator as well as microwave and outdoor gas grill. The owners, Gil and Sharon, could not be nicer and are very helpful providing sightseeing tips and food recommendations. We really enjoyed getting to know them and are already talking about returning next year!
5.0
Relaxing and lovely
My husband and I stayed 5 nights in this lovely apartment on a very quiet cove in Mid-Coast Maine. The apartment was very clean, perfect size for a couple and nicely appointed with new full size gas range and refrigerator as well as microwave and outdoor gas grill. The owners, Gil and Sharon, could not be nicer and are very helpful providing sightseeing tips and food recommendations. We really enjoyed getting to know them and are already talking about returning next year!
5.0
We wanted to spend a few weeks in Maine on the coast and it was tough finding a nice house that wasn’t too big until we found this one . We found it to be exactly as advertised. The location right on the water offers some stunning sunsets but it’s also a car ride from everywhere . The town of Friendship isn’t too far but it’s an uphill walk of about 5 miles . This was fine with us because we used the cottage as a base to explore towns nearby. Gil and Sharon are lovely people and they live exactly next door in fact this cottage is an addition to their garage .There is one small bathroom and the master bedroom is very small . I suggest bringing a table fan to use at night . Enjoy .
5.0
Great for Two People
We wanted to spend a few weeks in Maine on the coast and it was tough finding a nice house that wasn’t too big until we found this one . We found it to be exactly as advertised. The location right on the water offers some stunning sunsets but it’s also a car ride from everywhere . The town of Friendship isn’t too far but it’s an uphill walk of about 5 miles . This was fine with us because we used the cottage as a base to explore towns nearby.
Gil and Sharon are lovely people and they live exactly next door in fact this cottage is an addition to their garage .
There is one small bathroom and the master bedroom is very small . I suggest bringing a table fan to use at night . Enjoy .
5.0
Perfect coastal cottage (Kayaker’s paradise)
We couldn’t have been happier about selecting Gil and Sharon’s place. The location is unsurpassed, whether you want to paddle out on the water or just look at it from the deck(the lovely sunset picture in the listing does not begin to do justice to the actual view.) The cottage itself is spacious. We liked particularly the upstairs sitting room. Kitchen well equipped, mattress is good and firm, and plenty of hot water. The unexpected treat was Gil and Sharon themselves. They went out of their way to make us welcome, and as multi-generation locals, had a treasure trove of knowledge about the area. And, not the least, when we wanted lobsters, they came right out of Gil’s traps. We are putting iton our list of annual summer holidays.
5.0
A Gem
A perfect jewel box of a place overlooking a little cove. Inside covered in light pine and sparking new and comfortable. The kitchen and gas grill made for some lovely dinners, and we provisioned daily at the little market 5 mins away. Did I mention the deck!! The cormorants, jumping fish, eagle -- a hotbed of activity overlooking the water. What you do is hav Mid-coast kayak deliver a few sea craft by your arrival, walk the few steps down to the dock and paddle around dozens of gorgeous islands. It's never the same twice (especially not with Maine's tides.) Thanks for the squashes from the garden also Sharon! Those made for nice sides on the grill. Oh, and if you must stay on land, Pemaquid point is not far, and there are a few nature trails to walk as well. So quiet and cool. Thanks.
5.0
Maine at Its Best
Wonderful little cottage with all the amenities. The views are beautiful and the area is so peaceful.
Sharon and Gil are helpful but respect your privacy. They offer freshly cooked lobster and deliver them to the door. Truly a Maine experience.aexperience.
5.0
We had a great time, excellent location. Great access to open water for our boat.
The cottatge was in a great area. Very private. Dead end street. Access to boat ramp 1/4 mile away. Swimming at the boat ramp was great. Overall excellen vacation. Easy access to Rockland museims, Owls Head Transportation museum etc.
5.0
Great place for a romantic getaway
The property is clean, brand new and has a lovely water view off the deck. The hosts were so amazing, they went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. They also catch fresh lobster right from the dock. The Best lobster dinner I ever had. Thanks so much for having us. I wish we could have stayed longer.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Friendship?
The average price for a rental in Friendship is $252 per night. This rental is $4 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Brand New Oceanfront Retreat FRIENDSHIP MAINE. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Brand New Oceanfront Retreat FRIENDSHIP MAINE. Enjoy the water!
Is Brand New Oceanfront Retreat FRIENDSHIP MAINE pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Brand New Oceanfront Retreat FRIENDSHIP MAINE?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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