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Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town!

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Over one mile of maintained walking paths await you behind the barn.
The Herdsman's House is the perfect retreat for solo travelers or families.
We have over one mile of trails for dogs and families to roam.
Perfect for star-gazers and those on the hunt for "Lady A", the Northern Lights.
Our intimate kitchen is stocked with the essentials to make your own meals.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$190
avg per night

Explore the area

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Chapman, ME
  • Aroostook State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Northern Maine Community College
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • University of Maine at Presque Isle
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Presque Isle, ME (PQI-Northern Maine Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen

Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Price is NZ$190 avg per night,

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About the area

Mapleton

Located in Mapleton, this farm stay is in a rural area. Presque Isle Historical Society Museum and Lakewood Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Solar System Model: Mercury and Nylander Museum.

What's nearby

  • Presque Isle Historical Society Museum - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Aroostook State Park - 16 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Northern Maine Community College - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • University of Maine at Presque Isle - 17 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Aroostook Centre Mall - 17 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Presque Isle, ME (PQI-Northern Maine Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Connection - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gram Russo's Italian Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mdl - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Time Out Sports Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Olde Gaol Tavern - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town!

The Herdsman's House is steeped in history and character. Once housing a family with nine children, it fell into disrepair before the Pritchard family purchased the farm, breathed life back into the crumbling structure, and turned it into a home once more.

A convenient seven miles from Presque Isle, the Herdsman's House is the ideal country setting for breathtaking sunrises, sunsets, and stargazing. We have over 1.5 miles of private, maintained walking paths full of wildlife if you want to roam. Or look out the front windows and enjoy the antics of the farm's horses.

Its cozy atmosphere makes this home the ideal artist's retreat, but can accommodate up to six people with ample parking for multiple vehicles and snowmobile trailers. While out of the way, the location is an ideal launching point for many different activities in The County, from the Potato Blossom Festival in July to snowmobiling in the winter. Planning to go to the Potato Blossom Festival? We are a stone's throw from Fort Fairfield.. Taking in the Crown of Maine Balloon Festival? We are a convenient 15-minutes from the balloon launch site at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds.

Both family-friendly and pet-friendly, the Herdsman's House promises a unique stay, with hosts on the premises to answer any questions or help make your stay in Aroostook County a memorable one.

Property manager

Mariah Patterson
Premier Host

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please keep all dogs leashed for safety.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking in/near the barn is strictly prohibited.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town! pet-friendly?

Yes, Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town! allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town! located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 9 miles (15 km) of Aroostook State Park, Presque Isle Historical Society Museum and Solar System Model: Mercury. University of Maine at Presque Isle and Northern Maine Community College are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Family/pet-friendly home on working farm. Country setting, yet close to town! Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alissa W.

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

Super cute & cozy!

This adorable home was perfect for our trip to Northern Maine! Super cute, cozy, comfortable & clean! Loved that this home is on a working farm!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Vaca up north

We wanted to look for moose and decided to stay at this facility. It was well worth it. The farm was very nice and the family was all very nice and welcoming. We took our two dogs and they loved it. We would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gayla b.

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

Wonderful, peaceful, spot in The County. Off the beaten path. Just perfect.

We love the home that we stayed in. We loved learning the history of the home. There were special touches throughout the home. A welcoming sign upon entering the home, a guest book, a book with the history of the home, pamphlets on activities and dining availabilities nearby, coofee, creamer, trailmix, teas, pancake mix, even toothpaste and toothbrushes,the works! Such a peaceful place to stay.😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024