Fox Hollow Farm--Idyllic Coastal Farmhouse

Description from the owner

Rusticate in style! Enjoy a carefree and relaxing Maine vacation at Fox Hollow Farm. This comfortably elegant antique farmhouse is fully equipped with all modern conveniences--cable, wi-fi, full country kitchen--plus games and books for cozy evenings, and much more. The decor is elegant, cheerful and comfortable. Surrounded by woods and fruit trees with views of Raccoon Cove and the mountains of Acadia National Park, the house is serene and secluded, yet it’s perfectly situated for exploring...it's a short walk or bike ride down a quiet country road to sandy beaches and a local swimming hole; you can explore the shoreline and islands of Fre...nchman’s Bay by kayak or sailboat; and Acadia National Park is under a half-hour away. Visit the Farm when you're ready to slow down and enjoy a perfect vacation in Down East Maine.

About the farmhouse:

The story goes that the sunroom was originally the General Store for the area in the late 1700s; the shelves today display vintage glassware. The sunroom is a bright and cheerful room to curl up with a book in the wicker chair or sort your seashells. You'll also find croquet, bocce ball, and horseshoes to take out on the lawn. The adjacent mudroom has a washer/dryer, ironing board, and iron. The kitchen is a terrific family hangout, with bench seats around the kitchen table and a moose chandelier, exposed antique wooden beams along with beautiful views of Raccoon Cove and Cadillac Mountain. The living room, den, and dining room are off the kitchen. Each room is painted a different color. Vintage furniture includes incredibly comfy couches, a large desk, and seating for up to six.

The farmhouse is on two+ acres surrounded by open grass and a big red barn, without a neighbor in sight. A front porch under the lilacs provides a serene spot to relax in one of the Adirondack chairs and take in the amazing view. The new back patio is a delightful location for evening gatherings and barbecues. A colorful, fragrant perennial garden attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. The wildlife here is phenomenal: you’re likely to spot eagles and osprey soaring overhead, and a variety of warblers in the woods. We’ve also seen moose and foxes on the property. Come dusk, you may hear the drumming of a grouse or the ethereal song of a thrush. Fireflies and crickets provide lively evening entertainment. And if you’re here in the fall, the autumn foliage is spectacular. Outdoor amenities also include a picnic table, a charcoal barbecue, kayaks, bicycles, and beach chairs, coolers, and clamming equipment you can take to the nearby beaches.

Some of our prior guests' comments:

"This was truly one of our most wonderful family vacations. The farmhouse is gorgeous, the property lovely and the location absolutely perfect."

"Family meals in the kitchen, frisbee in the yard, and Lamoine State Beach were excellent things to do. Thank you for your tasteful and welcoming place."

"What a great place! We loved exploring the house and yard. The kids picked raspberries along the periphery, and we had a terrific football game in front of the barn."

"We feel like we've found a real jewel. None of us was ready to leave, and we can't wait to come back!"Read more

Additional Location Information

Fox Hollow Farm is in Lamoine, a stone's throw from Acadia National Park. It's an area just as beautiful, but with none of the crowds. The area is great for hiking, kayaking, climbing, sailing, birding, moose-watching--you name it. Explore the little villages on Mt Desert Island or up and down the coast--take a drive down through Blue Hill and Penobscot to Deer Isle, or up to Schoodic and the Canadian border to the east. There are scores of antique stores, flea markets, and some great art galleries in the area (and lobster shacks, of course). There seems to be a local fair or festival in the area just about any weekend in the summer, always featuring local music acts (and some big ones) and showcasing crafts and local farmers' wares.

Location Type Away from it all, Beach, Rural

Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

Rentals are Saturday through Saturday during peak season. Please inquire about monthly rates.

$100 off weekly rate for multiple week stay. $100 off weekly rate for returning guests.

Security deposit required to hold your reservation: $650. Cleaning fees are deducted from the deposit.

What Past Guests Are Saying

• Lucy
  Pittsfield, MA

  Place to relax and enjoy life

  Left on 03/16/2013 for a stay in August 2012
  
  

  We have stayed at Fox Hollow Farm for a week each of the past 4 years and we adore it. There is everything one might need for cooking, playing, reading, traveling . . . special spots are nearby and the caretakers are responsive and friendly. We have a "Girls' Getaway", with sisters, daughters and nieces - do artwork, play games, visit the ocean every day pretty much. It has come to feel like a home away from home. I just love, Love, love Fox Hollow Farm!!!

  

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  Recommended for: Travelers, Families

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