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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 279.0 sq m
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1, 1st floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2, in loft
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beaches, Boating, Cool Ocean Breezes, Trails & Incredible Views! Max 2 people.
YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY. WE FOLLOW ALL US CDC GUIDELINES and APPROVED PRODUCTS TO ASSURE YOUR SAFETY.
Dear Guests,
Know that your safety is of utmost importance to us. We look forward to seeing you during the season and wish you safe travels and great health. If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, please cancel your reservation for a 100% refund.
We have always maintained a clean, sanitized and allergy-free rental. For your safety, we continue to use CDC recommended products to kill bacteria and viruses. Sheets and towels are cleaned with Lysol sanitizer & 7th Generation laundry soap. These eliminate bacteria and viruses while using largely bio-based ingredients. All counters in the kitchen & bathroom, the toilet, bathtub & any surface you touch such as the kitchen faucet, bathroom flush, bathroom faucet, shower & tub are thoroughly sanitized with 80% alcohol products. The floors are sanitized (steam heat) & all of the cloth furniture is sprayed with bacteria & virus killers made for soft surfaces. All of our products are allergy free because they biodegrade within 15 minutes so there is no danger to you or yours.
WHAT TO DO and WHERE TO EAT:
Joe is a Captain and runs a business called Rocky Coast Cruises.
Check out his websitewww.rockycoastcruises.com to see photos and tours that he offers. Casco Bay is a beautiful area with a rich history, breathtaking scenery and abundant nature. If you stay at "Drifting In" you can choose to go on a complimentary cruise for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If you'd like a longer cruise, it's $125/hour for the boat with a maximum of 6 people. You may bring your own food and drink because charter insurance will not allow us to provide food.
On another note, Harpswell is a perfect place for safe distancing. There are many choices for beaches; Cedar Beach, Stovers Beach, Potts Point Preserve, Mitchell Field Beach, Lands End Beach, as well as numerous trails with many along the ocean with incredible views. Information on these are left for you to peruse on your vacation.
Additionally, you can enjoy fresh seafood meals from Erica's or Holbrook's Lobster Wharf at Cundy's Harbor (both are BYOB and outdoors). The Dolphin Restaurant has take out so you can bring the food back to enjoy Al fresco meal on your large deck at "Drifting In" or eat at the many outdoor tables provided. Many of the restaurants in Brunswick (Enoteca on Maine Street is our favorite) and Freeport also have take out & eat-in or eat outside options. Our favorite in Freeport is the Tuscan Brick oven Bistro. Harpswell has a new restaurant by our only light in town, the Schoolhouse 1913. It is completely renovated and beautifully finished.
H2O Outfitters rents kayaks and gives tours via kayak. You can call them at 207-833-5257 to prearrange your choice of trip or rental. Seeing Harpswell from the water is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
Nestled between Stovers Preserve Beach and Potts Point Preserve is our coastal retreat in Harpswell, Maine. We are taking reservations year-round. Are there family members visiting in Harpswell for events or holidays? Looking for a beautiful place to Winter hike or cross country ski? We're happy to accommodate up to 4 people in comfort. Drifting In is always ready for guests.
Guests are greeted with fresh flowers, wine, local brews, local cheddar spread, Whoopie Pies and a variety of Maine-made specialties. Goodies are provided to make your own breakfast the first morning with pancake mix, eggs, butter, maple syrup and wild blueberry jam. Crisp, cool Biltmore Hotel 800 count Egyptian cotton sheets, a plethora of pillow choices, comfortable beds, waffle robes and slippers will be awaiting you when you retire. Lush towels and Beekman (clean, simple ingredients, always cruelty-free and safe) shower gel and shampoo products that will make your bathing a special treat. Air conditioning and heat are easily accessible and controlled by you with a remote to assure comfort every day of your stay.
As you will see when you travel down the peninsula that reaches far into Casco Bay, there are ocean views everywhere you look. This newly renovated 2 bedroom (1 bedroom on 1st floor and 1 bedroom in spacious loft), 1 bath home gives you a true Maine experience. You will overlook the Cribstone Bridge, a National Historic Monument, and the only of its kind in the world! Built with massive granite blocks which allow the tides to move freely through the bridge. The views of the islands and waters of Casco Bay make the trip down Harpswell Neck, with 216 miles of coastline, the memory of a lifetime. Harpswell has incredible hiking trails through pristine woods; many with sweeping ocean views.
Drifting In is located above the garage and the owners live on the property in a different building. This is a true home away from home with a full-sized kitchen with dishwasher, an island for chatting while cooking, a lovely bath/shower with a rain shower head, an enormous porch and plenty of room inside if it rains. There is a full-sized washer and dryer so you can travel back home or to your next destination with clean clothes! A short walk down our private road gives you an oceanside deck where you can read, relax, walk the rocky beach or get some cool air and sun.
Enjoy nature at its best, beautiful views and a private place to relax and call your own. As your hosts, we'll make sure that you have everything you need for your visit and we assure that the visit will be extraordinarily memorable!
Additional Reviews: 5 STAR REVIEWS: We initially listed our property with VACASA in the Summer of 2018 and these are the reviews.
Robin B. August 2018
5/5 Stars
The Drifting Inn was even cuter in reality than it looks in the pictures! It was also a cozy and easy place to stay for 10 days, with a full (and fully-equipped) kitchen, large private bedroom, and great loft with a second bed, desk, and cozy chairs. We loved the location, just a 7 minute walk from the beach, an easy walk, bike, or drive to a variety of lobster shacks, trail heads, and just 20 minutes from the friends we were visiting in Brunswick and Bath. Joe and Lynn were amazing hosts and gave us fun local tips that really enhanced our trip. We'd happily stay here again.
Submitted Jun 21, 2018
Beautiful
5/5 Stayed Jun 2018
Susanne D.
Absolutely beautiful and Joe and Lynn were very responsive. There was everything you need and more. They had cheese and crackers, a bottle of wine, fruit, coffee, creamer, and two coasters for souvenirs. It was our first stop on our road trip of Maine and was our favorite place we stayed. Will definitely be going back to stay. Thank you again for your hospitality.
Julianna A. Submitted Jun 20, 2018
Sweet spot in Harpswell
5/5 Stars
We loved the long weekend at Driftingin. Nice place to be able to explore several islands and preserves. Spent one day at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens touring the gardens and walking on trails. Thanks Joe and Lynn
June 2018
"Your home is quite lovely, and you have thought about everything for your guests to be comfortable!"
Dear Guests,
Know that your safety is of utmost importance to us. We look forward to seeing you during the season and wish you safe travels and great health. If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, please cancel your reservation for a 100% refund.
We have always maintained a clean, sanitized and allergy-free rental. For your safety, we continue to use CDC recommended products to kill bacteria and viruses. Sheets and towels are cleaned with Lysol sanitizer & 7th Generation laundry soap. These eliminate bacteria and viruses while using largely bio-based ingredients. All counters in the kitchen & bathroom, the toilet, bathtub & any surface you touch such as the kitchen faucet, bathroom flush, bathroom faucet, shower & tub are thoroughly sanitized with 80% alcohol products. The floors are sanitized (steam heat) & all of the cloth furniture is sprayed with bacteria & virus killers made for soft surfaces. All of our products are allergy free because they biodegrade within 15 minutes so there is no danger to you or yours.
WHAT TO DO and WHERE TO EAT:
Joe is a Captain and runs a business called Rocky Coast Cruises.
Check out his websitewww.rockycoastcruises.com to see photos and tours that he offers. Casco Bay is a beautiful area with a rich history, breathtaking scenery and abundant nature. If you stay at "Drifting In" you can choose to go on a complimentary cruise for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If you'd like a longer cruise, it's $125/hour for the boat with a maximum of 6 people. You may bring your own food and drink because charter insurance will not allow us to provide food.
On another note, Harpswell is a perfect place for safe distancing. There are many choices for beaches; Cedar Beach, Stovers Beach, Potts Point Preserve, Mitchell Field Beach, Lands End Beach, as well as numerous trails with many along the ocean with incredible views. Information on these are left for you to peruse on your vacation.
Additionally, you can enjoy fresh seafood meals from Erica's or Holbrook's Lobster Wharf at Cundy's Harbor (both are BYOB and outdoors). The Dolphin Restaurant has take out so you can bring the food back to enjoy Al fresco meal on your large deck at "Drifting In" or eat at the many outdoor tables provided. Many of the restaurants in Brunswick (Enoteca on Maine Street is our favorite) and Freeport also have take out & eat-in or eat outside options. Our favorite in Freeport is the Tuscan Brick oven Bistro. Harpswell has a new restaurant by our only light in town, the Schoolhouse 1913. It is completely renovated and beautifully finished.
H2O Outfitters rents kayaks and gives tours via kayak. You can call them at 207-833-5257 to prearrange your choice of trip or rental. Seeing Harpswell from the water is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
Nestled between Stovers Preserve Beach and Potts Point Preserve is our coastal retreat in Harpswell, Maine. We are taking reservations year-round. Are there family members visiting in Harpswell for events or holidays? Looking for a beautiful place to Winter hike or cross country ski? We're happy to accommodate up to 4 people in comfort. Drifting In is always ready for guests.
Guests are greeted with fresh flowers, wine, local brews, local cheddar spread, Whoopie Pies and a variety of Maine-made specialties. Goodies are provided to make your own breakfast the first morning with pancake mix, eggs, butter, maple syrup and wild blueberry jam. Crisp, cool Biltmore Hotel 800 count Egyptian cotton sheets, a plethora of pillow choices, comfortable beds, waffle robes and slippers will be awaiting you when you retire. Lush towels and Beekman (clean, simple ingredients, always cruelty-free and safe) shower gel and shampoo products that will make your bathing a special treat. Air conditioning and heat are easily accessible and controlled by you with a remote to assure comfort every day of your stay.
As you will see when you travel down the peninsula that reaches far into Casco Bay, there are ocean views everywhere you look. This newly renovated 2 bedroom (1 bedroom on 1st floor and 1 bedroom in spacious loft), 1 bath home gives you a true Maine experience. You will overlook the Cribstone Bridge, a National Historic Monument, and the only of its kind in the world! Built with massive granite blocks which allow the tides to move freely through the bridge. The views of the islands and waters of Casco Bay make the trip down Harpswell Neck, with 216 miles of coastline, the memory of a lifetime. Harpswell has incredible hiking trails through pristine woods; many with sweeping ocean views.
Drifting In is located above the garage and the owners live on the property in a different building. This is a true home away from home with a full-sized kitchen with dishwasher, an island for chatting while cooking, a lovely bath/shower with a rain shower head, an enormous porch and plenty of room inside if it rains. There is a full-sized washer and dryer so you can travel back home or to your next destination with clean clothes! A short walk down our private road gives you an oceanside deck where you can read, relax, walk the rocky beach or get some cool air and sun.
Enjoy nature at its best, beautiful views and a private place to relax and call your own. As your hosts, we'll make sure that you have everything you need for your visit and we assure that the visit will be extraordinarily memorable!
Additional Reviews: 5 STAR REVIEWS: We initially listed our property with VACASA in the Summer of 2018 and these are the reviews.
Robin B. August 2018
5/5 Stars
The Drifting Inn was even cuter in reality than it looks in the pictures! It was also a cozy and easy place to stay for 10 days, with a full (and fully-equipped) kitchen, large private bedroom, and great loft with a second bed, desk, and cozy chairs. We loved the location, just a 7 minute walk from the beach, an easy walk, bike, or drive to a variety of lobster shacks, trail heads, and just 20 minutes from the friends we were visiting in Brunswick and Bath. Joe and Lynn were amazing hosts and gave us fun local tips that really enhanced our trip. We'd happily stay here again.
Submitted Jun 21, 2018
Beautiful
5/5 Stayed Jun 2018
Susanne D.
Absolutely beautiful and Joe and Lynn were very responsive. There was everything you need and more. They had cheese and crackers, a bottle of wine, fruit, coffee, creamer, and two coasters for souvenirs. It was our first stop on our road trip of Maine and was our favorite place we stayed. Will definitely be going back to stay. Thank you again for your hospitality.
Julianna A. Submitted Jun 20, 2018
Sweet spot in Harpswell
5/5 Stars
We loved the long weekend at Driftingin. Nice place to be able to explore several islands and preserves. Spent one day at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens touring the gardens and walking on trails. Thanks Joe and Lynn
June 2018
"Your home is quite lovely, and you have thought about everything for your guests to be comfortable!"
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Small gatherings- no additional overnight guests
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property.
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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
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Note from host: Small gatherings- no additional overnight guests
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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
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About the area
Harpswell
Located in Harpswell, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum and Arctic Museum and Arctic Studies Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Harriet Beecher Stowe House and First Parish Church. Ash Cove Pottery and Paddleworks are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Harpswell, ME
What's nearby
- Ash Cove Pottery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Bowdoin College - 27 min drive - 26.1 km
- LL Bean Flagship Store - 43 min drive - 46.6 km
- State Theatre - 61 min drive - 78.4 km
- Maine Medical Center - 62 min drive - 78.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cook's Lobster & Ale House - 27 min drive
- Erica's Seafood & Lobster Shop - 11 min drive
- Dolphin Marina & Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Holbrooks Lobster Wharf - 32 min drive
- B.I.G.S. Bailey Island General Store - 25 min drive
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22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven O.
3 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and delightful
Steven O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary T.
27 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Mary T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
23 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Away from the ordinary
Kathleen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas J.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Getaway
Nicholas J.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dan R.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect summer rental
Dan R.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
16 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Kathleen M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Regina D.
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy apartment, short walk to beach area
Regina D.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Charlyne p.
2 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinary
Charlyne p.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Lauren B.
20 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surpassed expectations!
Lauren B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie H.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional Hospitality
Stephanie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
1 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Drifting In Stay
Tim M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Katherine D.
22 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment
Katherine D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Rachel M.
25 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place & great hosts!
Rachel M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Dan R.
19 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Vacation
Dan R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent
KayLee J.
6 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend
KayLee J.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
w.marie
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
w.marie
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Summer C.
12 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Summer C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Caoilin B.
1 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treetop Treat
Caoilin B.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jon k.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treated like royalty.
jon k.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robin and Andy F.
19 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vrbo ever!!
Robin and Andy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
16 May 2019
Beyond Expectations
Linda B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ROXANNE P.
25 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, cozy, perfect escape!
ROXANNE P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
31 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Spot in an Idyllic Coastal Community
Christine H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl H.
17 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a hidden gem!
Cheryl H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Lynn and Joe Smith
We have been life-long teachers who traveled the world working for the Department of Defense Education Activity. We've lived in many countries to include Bermuda, Iceland, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Germany (Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Wiesbaden) and Abu Dhabi. We lived on our 42 foot trawler for 7 years. We continue our boating traditions in Maine. Joe is a US Coast Guard certified charter captain and he takes people out on tours. Any of our guests who have booked 4 or more days at Drifting In, get a free 1-1.5 hour cruise aboard our 27' Albin trawler. We'll arrange dates when you arrive based on weather and schedules. We are now happily back in Maine as retirees to be closer to our families. We love meeting new people and invite you to see what Harpswell offers for you and yours.
Why they chose this property
We bought our home because we wanted to live by the ocean in a town that had a vital boating and fishing community spirit. Harpswell is that town. This is a fishing community that encompasses active lobster, scallop, clam, mussel and seaweed fishing and farming. The many nooks and crannies along the towns 220 mile coastline provide a variety of small communities with their own special flavor. We love the view, the people and the incredible sense of community in Harpswell.
What makes this property unique
If you love the ocean and the freshest seafood, you cannot beat this area. The seafood is literally taken right from the water to the table. Our lodging is a newly renovated to retain the rustic charm of the original, but updated with new granite counters, bathroom and kitchen fixtures and all new lights. The expansive porch provides cool breezes and lovely views of Harpswell Sound. There are countless hiking and walking trails nearby as part of the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust that highlight the pristine beauty of Harpswell.
Since the 220 miles of Harpswell coastline is the very best way to appreciate the full beauty of Harpswell, we offer our guests who book 4 or more days a free 1 to 1.5 hour boat ride on our 27' Albin trawler, La Bella Vita, that can be customized to fit your wants and needs. Since Joe received his US Coast Guard captains license, he must follow the regulations for cleanliness, so this is as safe as the apartment. Further, he is not allowed to provide food or drink of any kind. He does have a generous cooler and ice for you to use. We also provide our guests with a rolling cooler in the pantry closet. If you would like to eat or drink on your boat trip, you will have to bring your own beverages and food. We provide a cooler. This requirement is imposed by our insurance company and my dreams of providing guests with food on the charter were dashed.
Since the 220 miles of Harpswell coastline is the very best way to appreciate the full beauty of Harpswell, we offer our guests who book 4 or more days a free 1 to 1.5 hour boat ride on our 27' Albin trawler, La Bella Vita, that can be customized to fit your wants and needs. Since Joe received his US Coast Guard captains license, he must follow the regulations for cleanliness, so this is as safe as the apartment. Further, he is not allowed to provide food or drink of any kind. He does have a generous cooler and ice for you to use. We also provide our guests with a rolling cooler in the pantry closet. If you would like to eat or drink on your boat trip, you will have to bring your own beverages and food. We provide a cooler. This requirement is imposed by our insurance company and my dreams of providing guests with food on the charter were dashed.
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