10/10 Excellent
Phil L.
16 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Phil L.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
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Just a step outside of the hustle & bustle
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
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Explore the area
Phillips, ME
- Saddleback46 min drive
- Sugarloaf Ski Resort50 min drive
- Sugarloaf Mountain103 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Just a step outside of the hustle & bustle
This home is located outside the rural town of Phillips and is an outdoor adventurer's dream come true. It is an ideal basecamp for all of your outdoor activities. Its located in close proximity to 3 downhill ski areas, hundreds of miles of cross country ski trails, hundred of miles of ATV & Snowmobile trails, not to mention the Appalachian Trail.
Back in the late 1800’s this home was built for a small family of farmers who wanted to live just outside of the bustling town of Phillips. In the early 1920’s the family lost everything and the home was sold to a wealthy merchant who lived nearby. The merchant converted the home into a barn for his draft horses and it remained in use as a barn for the next 40 years. When the merchant passed away, the structure sat vacant for roughly 10 years until my Uncle Charles & Aunt Mary decided to purchase the property. Charles was a carpenter from New Jersey and made this house his final project….. that he never really finished. Charles passed away early in life leaving Mary to create the home that you see today.
Back in the late 1800’s this home was built for a small family of farmers who wanted to live just outside of the bustling town of Phillips. In the early 1920’s the family lost everything and the home was sold to a wealthy merchant who lived nearby. The merchant converted the home into a barn for his draft horses and it remained in use as a barn for the next 40 years. When the merchant passed away, the structure sat vacant for roughly 10 years until my Uncle Charles & Aunt Mary decided to purchase the property. Charles was a carpenter from New Jersey and made this house his final project….. that he never really finished. Charles passed away early in life leaving Mary to create the home that you see today.
Property manager
Noah Hetzell
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.
Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
9.4 out of 10, (124 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Phillips
Located in Phillips, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Blue State Park and Richardson Tract, while Stanley Museum and Ski Museum of Maine are cultural highlights. Maine Huts & Trails and Powder Dreams Ski Shop are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and ecotours nearby.
Phillips, ME
What's nearby
- Smalls Falls - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
- Mount Blue State Park - 28 min drive - 13.8 km
- Saddleback - 46 min drive - 46.6 km
- Sugarloaf Ski Resort - 50 min drive - 51.7 km
- Sugarloaf Mountain - 103 min drive - 65.8 km
Restaurants
- Home Burger - 13 min drive
- Country Delight - 12 min drive
- Valley Brook Variety - 5 min drive
- Cornerstone Grill - 11 min drive
- Dunham's Lobster Pot - 8 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
jOHN W.
5 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close but private
jOHN W.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Graham B., Bolivia USA
12 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country living
Graham B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Phil L.
27 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunting trip
Phil L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rita P.
22 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely farmhouse was a perfect location for our hiking plans of area waterfalls & mountain vist
Rita P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Phil L.
21 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great week of deer hunting, the weather was perfect and we got deer thanks Noah
Phil L.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Timothy K.
6 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Place to Rest and Enjoy Maine
Timothy K.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erin H., Elmer
14 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phillips, Maine
Erin H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rob B.
31 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, nice house
Rob B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Roy H.
26 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Roy H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Angelica G., Rockland, Maine USA
28 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As listed
Angelica G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Kathy G.
31 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky, rustic cabin
Kathy G.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gina M.
1 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to access ATV trails!
Gina M.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Bob H.
10 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great peaceful place
Bob H.
Stayed 50 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michael A.
17 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our time at Mary's Retreat
Michael A.
10/10 Excellent
John W.
11 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and quiet
John W.
10/10 Excellent
Laura C.
8 January 2019
Cozy rustic cottage
Laura C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Michelle R., Winthrop
28 September 2018
Amazing
Michelle R.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Sebastian B.
4 August 2018
The property was beautiful...
Sebastian B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
About the host
Hosted by Noah Hetzell
Languages:
English
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