At Twin Ponds, immerse yourself in a serene retreat with private access to Merrymeeting Bay and an adjacent fresh flower farm stand. Explore the surrounding village of Bowdoinham, featuring a local pub, country store, waterfront park concerts on Sundays and Saturday farmers' markets. Inside your guest suite find unique decor including hand-selected pottery and antiques.
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Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 359 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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About this property
ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE
Twin Ponds is a private home with a recently designed guest suite. Guests have access to Merrymeeting Bay, where six rivers converge in the quiet village of Bowdoinham, Maine. A local pub, a waterfront park with Sunday summer night concerts, and Saturday farmers' markets are standout features of our town. An outstanding fresh flower and vegetable farm stand resides adjacent to our property.
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
I 295 access is 1/4 mile from our property, meaning you can easily launch Maine adventures in every direction.
Thirty minutes south is PORTLAND, a hub of culinary and cultural events.
Travel north to BAR HARBOR to visit our beautiful Acadia National Park.
In fifteen minutes you can be in BATH, the "City of Ships", home of Bath Iron Works and the historic Maine Maritime Museum.
BOOTHBAY HARBOR is 45 minutes up the coast. There, you'll discover the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Don't miss the Children's Garden which features Maine themed books with interactive activities that will entertain both young and older than young.
BRUNSWICK, home of Bowdoin College, is ten minutes from Twin Ponds. It offers many unique shopping opportunities, as well as dining options that will please all palates.
FREEPORT, home of the L L Bean flagship store and outlets galore, is 15 minutes away.
There are many more discoveries to be made from your stay at Twin Ponds.
TWIN PONDS GUEST SUITE
A private entrance welcomes you into a sitting room/bedroom, which includes a queen size bed, couch, plenty of relaxing space, and a 42 inch flat screen television.
The second room in the suite, which is open to the sitting room/bedroom, includes a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, an electric stove, a small refrigerator and a coffee station. A cushioned banquette with dining table provide a comfortable spot for meals. A twin size studio couch provides an opportunity for a third guest.
A bathroom with shower is off the second room.
A small outdoor patio with a bistro table and chairs offers a perfect spot for morning coffee or evening cocktails and excellent bird watching.
Our guest suite has been furnished with hand-selected pottery, antiques, family favorites, local art, and special pieces of furniture handmade by the owner. We created this as a space where we, as the owners, would love to stay.
We're very proud that Twin Ponds is 100% energy self-sufficient with solar power and a geothermal heating and cooling system.
We'd love to share our Twin Ponds guest suite with you.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE - Free Level II, 40 amp Charging Station on premises.
SPECIAL NOTE
Oscar, our resident Golden Retriever, roams the property and will be happy to greet you upon your arrival.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Bowdoinham, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Androscoggin Swinging Bridge and Pejepscot Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gulf of Maine and Brunswick Golf Course. Orion Performing Arts Center and Chocolate Church Arts Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby. Visit our Bowdoinham travel guide
Is ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Casco Bay, Orion Performing Arts Center and Maine Fiberarts. Interim Health and West Island Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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ENJOY TWIN PONDS WHILE EXPLORING MIDCOAST MAINE Reviews
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This is an absolutely beautiful place to stay. Quiet and tranquil with flowers and birds everywhere. It was a great jumping off place for other activities in the area and a quiet retreat after a busy day. The owners are very hospitable and welcoming.
This is a very nice space that is comfortable and well equipped. The property grounds were peaceful and the hosts were very gracious. I asked about early arrival and was sent a text as soon as the apartment was available. I would definitely stay here again.
Brian and Luana were awesome! They were very friendly, kind and so informative about the area. They made us feel at home. The suite was very clean. We had a great time!
A beautiful scenic property. The room and living space was clean and tidy, ready for us when we arrived. The hosts are welcoming and accommodating. We had a great stay!
Brian and Luana were wonderful hosts and their flat was clean, comfortable and well cared for. We had a great stay at their place. Thanks, Luana and Brian!
We booked for our yearly hunting trip, owners were very accommodating, there rental is cozy and the perfect location for our hunting trip ....would definitely stay with them again ...
WE picked the time (early October) to see the foliage and visit a friend. We spent several days seeing the sights: maritime museum, botanical gardens, etc. and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The Smiths were excellent hosts and were very knowledgeable about the surrounding area.
The property was clean and comfortable and just right for our needs. The owners were there to greet us on arrival, and we got bonus pupper cuddles from Oscar :) A great location to explore to the north and the south, it was an ideal location for our visit to Maine.
We enjoyed our stay in this wonderful suite. It had everything we needed. It was perfect for just the two of us to explore the Midcoast of Maine. I think best was being met by Oscar the most gentle golden retriever. Highly recommend and will stay again if we come back to Maine.
Kirsten E.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dean
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was well stocked with everything we needed and more. It was beautiful, comfortable and well maintained. The host were extremely friendly and I felt like they truly cared about my comfort. They basically treated us like family. I will definitely recommend this place to everyone.
Great spot. Oscar really is the best host, loves to say hi when he sees you. Bed was comfy. Good base to explore all of Maine. Only trouble is being a big guy in the smaller shower.
Beautiful, private, peaceful. We had everything we could possibly need. Property was immaculate.
Loved waking to the sounds of all the birds.
Oscar’s occasional visits were a bonus.
Twin Ponds is a lovely location on a beautiful pond setting. Lovely landscaping and plantings with a walking path around the pond. We totally enjoyed our stay here. The suite is like a small cottage, wonderfully appointed and immaculate. Everything you could possibly need including freshly ground delicious coffee. A well- equipped and charming suite. This was a very special stay for us and hope to return one day. Brian and Luana are such gracious and friendly hosts. Thank you so much Brian and Luana—it was so nice to meet you and thank you on my behalf and my family!
My wife and I had a great experience at Twin Ponds, the host are wonderful, thank you Brian and Luana and Oscar 🐾. The property is beautiful and our suite was cozy and had everything we needed. This was a once in a lifetime trip to explore the beautiful coast of Maine and we couldn't have picked a better place to enjoy our stay. We highly recommend Twin Ponds if you are planning a trip to Maine, great location a half a mile from I-295 and about forty minutes from Portland international jetport.
We had a wonderful week-long stay with our hosts in Bowdoinham. Our suite was a converted office space in their house and all of the amenities were there for us (kitchen, bathroom, living room, etc.). The place was immaculate and well supplied with linens and lots of little things to make us feel right at home. We had our own dedicated parking spot and our hosts were readily available if we needed something or to ask a question. Highly recommend!!!
We stayed here for our 40th anniversary and it was perfect. The view out the window looked like a famous French garden, and the birds on the feeder were very entertaining. The place was right-sized for us. We enjoyed day trips to the coastal botanical gardens and Wolfe's neck park. There is a nice full grocery store ten minutes away in Topsham, as well a smaller one two minutes away in Bowdoinham. All in all, wonderful, and certainly a welcome respite from the heat of Texas!
Twin Ponds was a wonderful base for exploring Coastal Maine. The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, many State Parks and also the harbors for whale watching were not far away. The suite had everything the two of us needed. The hosts, Brian and Luana, made us feel very much at home and helped us with many hints and recommendations for things to do. We also loved Oscar, the friendly golden-retriever. If we ever come back from Germany to Maine, we would love to return.
Charming countryside vacation suite with immediate access to major Maine highway
Twin Ponds' hosts have created a lovely open concept suite that is delightfully decorated and well-appointed for an extended stay. Cook and eat-in, or jump in your car and travel through Maine's MidCoast towns and Islands. Twin Ponds in Bowdoinham is a restful space to relax after a busy day of exploring. I spent several of my days there doing nothing more than enjoying the fabulous sunshine that streamed into the suite while drawing and painting. It was a great treat. The hosts are very thoughtful and kind, and have helpful tips for their guests.