A wonderful stay at Ara and Dar, in which everything was right. Nice, clean rooms, great surroundings and a warm-hearted, helpful hostess.

While I didn't linger at the B&B very long during my stay, I enjoyed meeting with and talking to the hosts. They were very friendly, inquisitive, and accommodating. My experience with AirB&B is that there's rarely breakfast (so it's really "B" without the "B"), so knowing that I contacted the owners before my visit and brought along food for breakfast, but knew that they provided coffee. Beautiful watching the sun rise over the river as I ate breakfast.

Thank you very much to Ara and Dar for their warm welcome. The house and the rooms are beautiful. The view is incredible! We spend a very nice stay. We highly recommend this accommodation !!

The stay was phenomenal! Beautiful location. Very welcoming atmosphere with an amazing couple. You just can't go wrong.

This is what all AirBnB listings should be like. It feels like you're invited into a lovely couple's house. Great location and view on the water. Very quiet, comfortable and clean. I would highly recommend staying there. The host will give you tips on how to visit the area. The Maine blueberry muffins in the morning were delicious! The price was very reasonable too, it's nice when hosts don't do it solely for the money.

This was our first Air BnB experience and it was awesome. Ara and Dar were so nice to talk to, accommodating and helpful. The pictures of their home and the views don't do it justice. We will definitely be back!

Staying at Radiance was an incredible experience. Ara and Dar were very welcoming and knowledgeable of the area. They even provided us with some great recommendations for eating and adventuring. Their house is nestled in the forest on a peninsula and overlooks a gorgeous, glittering river. They have a beautiful house and the grounds were truly radiant. Our room was perfect, comfy bed and windows overlooking the river. It was definitely a great BnB experience.

We can highly recommend this lovely couple and home...and incredible views!

We had a terrific time at Bay House! It was very clean and well-equipped. It was awesome to go watch the sun set on the beach and not have to drive an hour home. We can't wait to go back!

We did not meet the host other than our online communication. This is a summer camp, a nice one, not a year round home. The location and view are very nice. It is close to the parks and beaches at Popham and you can see the fort from the home.

This property was lovely and Meg made the check-in process simple. The cottage was clean, comfortable, well-stocked with kitchen necessities, bed linens and bath towels. The heat worked fine to take the chill off on a misty, chilly morning. The location was perfect for water views (saw several people digging clams at low tide) and just hanging out outside. Popham Beach is one of the most beautiful I have ever been on and is wonderful for walking. The beach pass that Meg provides is a nice perk.

beautiful little house directly at the sea far off everthing. if you need a place to relax this is it. communication with meg was perfect although we never met...everything was prepared at our arrival. highly recommended.

Great house in a great location, close to beach, historic fort and restaurants. We really enjoyed the view. Great communication with Meg. Hope to go back soon.

Cottage was exactly as expected! We loved the location and closeness to Popham Beach. Fully stocked kitchen we a huge bonus. We will definitely be staying here again!

Go here! It's perfect! I guess if I had anything at all to suggest as an improvement it might be to turn the bed in the master bedroom so it's easier to access from both sides. Otherwise I would not change one single thing! The property and the fall colors were absolutely stunning! Thank you Meg!

We arrived in the dark so didn't appreciate the incredible natural beauty of the cottage's location. With the wonderful freshly laid eggs left in the fridge for us, we breakfasted on the balcony overlooking the water without another soul in sight. It was glorious. The cottage is off the beaten track, which is great. Set in wonderful nature and with some interesting nearby curiosities to enjoy (the civil war fort was a great, unexpected find). Well-stocked with kitchenware and well-furnished, I would definitely come again.

We loved staying at this house - the location was amazing, comfortable beds, clean and spacious. This was our first time in Maine and this was a great place for exploring the coast and local towns. We were a family of 2 adults and 3 teenagers - our 14 year old slept on a sofa bed in the basement which he thought was great; the rest of us slept in the 2 bedrooms upstairs.

The cottage was very clean and representative of the pictures posted. We were able to enjoy the deck looking at the ocean and watching stars in the evening. Having two bathrooms and access to washer/dryer was a plus but we were unable to use the basement for anything else. The 3rd sleeping area was the living room which was okay if you wanted to be awakened with the sunrise as there were no curtains/blinds. The location to the beach and other areas of interest were great.

This was our second stay here and we love it. Extremely clean and cozy. Very quiet neighborhood and only a quick drive to Popham. Spacious and inviting. Tucked away in the woods. A nice sunroom that was fun to sit in on a very rainy day! Will come back.

The cabin is located on a beautifully quiet and private road with views of the river. It was clean and well managed. The sun deck was under construction (Richard let us know in advance that this was going to be the case) but it will be great when the renovations are done. The jets in the jacuzzi unfortunately shot out dirty water but with a bit of effort that worked as well. Great place to spend the weekend.

We had a lovely weekend at Richard's house. It is well-situated and ideal for visiting Popham beach. The house was clean and well-equipped, with a very pleasant kitchen and living area. We especially enjoyed the view. We would love to return. Thank you!

A very silent, clean and tidy house. It has a great view. So awesome view in the night to see the stars, you won't want to miss it.

Richard's place is cozy, quite and beautiful. Everything works very well now - wifi, heating and kitchen. The places can easily fit 6 ppl. There are one double bedroom, one double bedroom, at the least one sofa bed in the living and another sofa bed in the function room.

Richard is very responsive to questions concerning the house . We had a lovely time there. It is very quiet and the sunrise is just like the picture from the living room window. We especially enjoyed the fireplace in the evening. And the size of the kitchen is a huge plus with 4 of us there. Only regret was there is no path to the water but the view from the deck is lovely. We also enjoyed watching the blue heron in the pond in the ravine from the living room window. great place to rest and relax.

Ara and Dar went out of their way to welcome us and to help us feel comfortable in their home. They obviously put a lot of thought into providing everything that guests might conceivably need, such as extra supplies of various necessities in the bathroom. They were warm and friendly and seemed to really enjoy spending time talking with us. We were only there for one night, so we didn't take advantage of the beautiful outdoor environment their home offers. It feels a bit remote at first but is actually a fairly short drive to Bath, where there are many restaurants and shops. I definitely recommend staying with them!

Our stay with Dar and Ara was fantastic. They are very welcoming and helpful hosts. Their house and garden is right at the riverside and perfect if you love a quiet surrounding in the middle of nature. The house is clean, perfectly equipped and very cozy. We recommend this place to our friends and family.

Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. It was everything you described and more. We will stay again when we are in the area.

We had the honor to be the first guests of Ara and Dar, who decided to share their beautiful place with travelers. Even though I was always lucky with AirBnB-bookings, this was the first place where we felt at home. Besides the clean, beautiful place directly situated at the river, we enjoyed the talks and their hospitality. Hopefully we can come back someday, Bath and the entire area is definitely worth a trip and so is to stay at Ara´s and Dar´s place. They are lovely and I am convinced they will do a terrific job of hosting you!

The house is quaint and picturesque. An excellent place to relax and recharge. It has every amenity you need for a quiet and comfortable stay. Ara and Dar are incredible hosts. They are very knowledgeable about the local attractions and helped us in our daily travel plans. We've also had great conversation by the fire every evening. We have never felt more at home. We will surely be back. Ara bakes amazing blueberry muffins too.

Incredible location and super comfortable bed ! This is one of my best Airbnb experience ever ! Thank you again for welcoming us !

Very nice, considerate, friendly and helpful hosts. Beautiful, peaceful and relaxing place.

Ara and Dar are great, they want to share their beautiful spot with you and make you feel very welcome.

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John and neighbor Bill were wonderful to work with and made our stay very enjoyable! House was clean and comfortable but only had a sliver of ocean view. However, a short walk got you to shoreline and views in this quaint little working lobster village. Thanks to Bill, had a great lobster feast buying lobster from the nearby wharf.

We 4 Canadian Ladies enjoyed our 2 day stay. The house was quaint, cozy & we loved it. Kitchen was well equipped. John did meet us just after our arrival, and offered us Kayaks, and suggested where we could walk to enjoy some great views. We discovered upon arrival the AirBNB main shot was actually the view from the yard, and not a picture of the house we would be staying in. We were a little disappointed that we would not in fact, have a roof top deck to sit upon to enjoy the view, since that was why we chose the Sand Dollar. However, We still had a great time, and between the rain downpours we were able to walk around this beautiful community. We discovered we needed to drive about 30 minutes to Bath, ME for food, restaurants & tourist shopping. All along our 2 day travels up in Maine, we always came across friendly people. Shop owners, restaurant staff, Grocery store personnel. We loved it!

We felt very welcome here, greeted upon arrival and then gave us our space. Loved the cottage, lots of vintage appointments, great location with a small beach within walking distance.

Everything was exactly as described, very satisfied.

The house was great. Bill the manager came by and made us feel very welcome. The small community there is very friendly and the views... The whole reason to go there is for the wonderful coastal views. Sunrise in the morning was very nice (if you are an early riser). Everything is very close by, food, other sites to visit, etc... Perfect location to explore the Maine coast from.

We spent two nights at the cottage in mid September. It is a very charming, clean and comfortable house. It feels bigger inside than it looks from outside - we had plenty of space for our family of four and could easily have brought a couple more kids. I really liked the layout with the smaller kids rooms (2 twin beds each) upstairs and main bedroom downstairs. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped for cooking in terms of pots/pans/utensils/dishes - just realize you have to bring EVERYTHING for cooking even basic spices, oil, etc. There are really two connected living rooms, one with large TV/DVD (but no DVDs - bring your own!) and second more of a conversational set up, with a sliding glass door to a cute backyard with firepit and picnic table. There's also a front porch with a gas grill that we made use of. Wifi worked well. John was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Both he and Bill (the local caretaker) stopped by after we arrived to say hello and make sure we were settled in which I thought was quite nice. Something to note (as someone not previously familiar with Phippsburg) is that this area is pretty remote - you're a good 30 minutes from a grocery store so be sure to stock up on anything you'll want for cooking before you arrive. After a very long day of driving, I definitely didn't want to turn around and go back to get the milk we forgot. The little farm store around the corner seemed to never be open. John recommended several choices for restaurants in Bath but as we were tired we went to Spinney's on the peninsula and couldn't have been happier - family restaurant atmosphere right on the water, friendly staff, reasonably priced seafood and steaks, decent beer selection, draft root beer and a sweet shirley temple made by a charming bartender for our daughter. Perfect for first night on the coast! Popham Beach is spectacular, probably one of the most beautiful beaches I've seen and I wish we could have spent a lot more time there. The provision of a beach pass to avoid parking fees is a really nice touch from the hosts here. We also had a lot of fun just climbing around the rocks in Cat Cove a 2 minute walk down the road from the house. Overall - a very nice experience!

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It was a great place with beautiful ocean views from the apt and the surrounding property. It was the perfect stay. It offered us both the ability to relax and have some fun at the same time. We were able to spend time sitting on the deck and enjoy the long views of the ocean, take walks along the coastline, and fit in some tennis time as well. Dick was very welcoming and made us feel right at home. We will definitely return to visit in the future.

My family and I had a great time at Nancy's! We were looking for a relaxing vacation by the ocean and that's exactly what we got! The views from the house are amazing, even better than the pictures. We enjoyed sitting on the deck looking over the rocky coast and watching the sunset. We made the quick 5 minute walk down to the beach one day, ventured onto the rocks to check out the tide pools, and enjoyed playing tennis with the ocean in the background. The apartment is small and simple and we didn't need anything fancy, so we were fine with that. We also made the hour drive to Boothbay Harbor (worth it) for dinner and shopping, and visited Bath which is less than 30 mins away. Popham Beach state park and Fort are worth visiting too, right down the road. Nancy was a lovely host. We hope to return!

Our week at Osprey Point was absolutely amazing! Beautiful setting, kind and attentive hosts, and a lovely apartment make this a yearly trip for our family. Thanks Nancy and Tom for sharing!

Our stay at Tom's apartment was a classic coastal Maine experience. Great views of the ocean and its fisherman's boats, kayakers, SUP'ers, the surrounding lush garden and its many birds and the tennis/basketball court, which we made very good use of during our stay. The beach was only a 1-2 minute walk from the house - private clean and peaceful. It was great for sunbathing splashing, swimming and setting off on sea kayaks. The grill and the lobster boil equipment along with the picnic table area were an added bonus... oh and the outdoor shower too! We had a great time in a beautiful serene setting. p.s. the sunsets there were magical.

Nancy greeted us with a big welcoming smile and answered some little questions we had regarding our access to the lawn and beach. The space is perfect for a relaxing get-a-way. It was a magical and magestic with the ocean views and gardens, that were even nicer than the photos displayed on the website. The apartment was very 1990's. It was ok with me as I took the location into account! Someone really into interior decor may find it a bit dated. The kitchen was functional and spacious enough for our dinners. Hermitt Island was just down the road if you need some simple provisions at the Camp Store. It may be a bit to isolating for a teenager who enjoys shopping, as Bath is 25 minutes away and Portland 1 hour +. Bring bug spray!! It was overcast and rainy the days we were there and didn't get to enjoy the beach - just a 1 minute walk down the path. I will return without the kids.

Our stay in Phippsburg with the Bartlett family was magical. The property was simply gorgeous, the hosts were accommodating, welcoming, and kind and this area of Maine was so tranquil. We barely left the property as there was so much to do between the semi-private beach, the tennis and shuffle board courts and access to a kitchen and BBQ. The apartment was very spacious and four adults slept comfortably between the private bedroom and the trundle bed in the living room. We hope to return next year!

Phenomenal spot. Wish we had brought binoculars. Unparalleled views. Be prepared to relax. Bring food, there's not much around. Very clean and comfortable.

stellar location and Nancy and Dick were gracious hosts

The location is incredible. The host was very helpful. This is a wonderful, simple cottage with just enough comforts.

Beautiful cottage just beside the ocean. We had the best time there! The sunsets were so beautiful. Very well equiped and welcoming. Rustic but comfortable. A lot of things to do around there. Anita has a great guidebook with a lot of suggestions.Anita was a really great host. She met us in town and drove with us to the cabin. I would go back right now!

Anita is a wonderful host, and her cabin on the Maine coast is absolutely beautiful. We had a lovely time watching the sunset from the dock and relaxing on the deck, and slept well in the cozy beds. The house is spacious and has everything you need for cooking, as well as many interesting books and board games. We especially enjoyed reading about the history of Brightwater! The composting toilet and rainwater shower worked well - we felt we were roughing it a little bit, but were very comfortable. The location in Phippsburg is lovely - a real wilderness feel, less than a 3 hour drive from Boston. Suggestions for things to do in the area were helpful and well thought-out - Popham Beach is beautiful, and Fat Boy drive-in was very tasty. Highly recommended!

Our family of 4 (including two young kids) had a great stay in Phippsburg. We loved the house, which was perfect for us: rustic, yet very comfortable. The setting was beautiful as we were surrounded by trees and could walk to the water. The composting toilet was not a problem at all (easy to use, no smell at all). We wished we had stayed longer to explore more of the nearby beaches and villages. Thanks to Anita for her warm welcome and for making our stay memorable!

It was A very peaceful Location just in The nature. WE spent many Hours on the terrace. Anita Met US at the cabin und explained everything . We've also got tasty Green Mountain coffee. Thank you Anita For the wonderful experience

Anita's home was the ideal, mildly remote, peaceful waterfront cabin that I was craving after my hectic graduation. We had a great time lighting the wood stove, playing board games, hanging out down by the water, and spending time on the porch. We spent rainy days in Bath and Brunswick, and explored Wiscasset and Boothbay Harbor. We would have loved to get out on the water, but couldn't touch base with the local kayaking rental company. Accommodations were very comfortable, if a bit intimate- you can hear absolutely every noise everyone makes in the house! Kitchen was very well stocked with all necessities, and composting toilet was really no big deal.

A beautiful house along the ocean/river... beautiful nature, a nice host family and the grand mother next door.... Brightwater is worthwhile and all the region between Brunswick, Bath, Wiscasset.... we saw whales, the children were excited I would recommand a trip in Maine and on this coast... it is far but charming and very special.... Thank you Anita! We have very good souvenirs:)

Had the best experience both in communicating with Anita and with our stay at the cabin! It is very comfortable, even though we were quite a few girls sharing 1 bathroom/cozy quarters. The kitchen was well equipped for our meals. It was a rainy weekend, but the cabin was spacious enough for us to all scatter around and read and relax and play games. The surrounding area is really beautiful and quiet, but not too far from amenities like grocery stores and restaurants. We took Anita's advice left in a guidebook and checked out some of the local hiking spots, restaurants, etc. Also an easy drive to Freeport for shopping on the more rainy afternoon. The composting toilet is not a problem, and since it was raining, there was more water than might be normally, but we found limiting our showers to around 5 minutes kept plenty of hot water for all of us to clean up frequently. The wood burning stove keeps the place really warm, and the light that comes in from the many windows keeps the place bright and airy! I would definitely recommend staying here, and we've all already discussed coming back!

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin! It is a truly great place for everyone who wants to escape the hectic of the city. We found everything as described and Anita was a great host! Highly recommended!

A beautiful home hosted by a lovely and entertaining couple. The views are unbeatable and the room is clean and cosy. Had a wonderful time. Will be back again one day.

We had a wonderful time! Beautiful home, property, and welcoming hosts. Couldn't have asked for a better stay!

Great place to visit! Very relaxing and picturesque location. I would definitely stay with Ara and Dar again!

It came as a wondrous surprise when I was driven to Ara and Dar's home deep into the forest in Phippsburg, a group of wild deer came out of the woods to "have a look" of me. The rest of my stay there was just like that, full of enchanting acquaintances starting with Ara, the lady who was just like my mother, strong, loving, and full of life. It was a welcoming home. I felt like a family friend staying with Ara and Dar, meeting their visiting family members during my long stay. It's such a lovely family; each one of them gave me a birthday present and surprised me with their kindness and generosity. The house could not be in a better location. The drive to the house was prettier than anywhere else I've visited and the views from our windows and walking along the river just paces away from the house at sun rise was just stunningly beautiful. There were 4 bedrooms upstairs for airbnb guests, all equipped and decorated just like a comfortable home. There was everything we needed, and more. Ara didn't offer breakfast but she had coffee, tea, and small cakes prepared for her guests. Everyday, I got to meet up with new guests from different parts of the world, bringing with them their unique stories and culture. Is there a better way to meet up with interesting people? A great airbnb home! I'll definitely recommend to all my family and friends.

Ara and Dar were very welcoming and eager to make me feel at home. The location is wonderful (and quiet) and the house is spacious and full of natural light. My room was adjacent to the shared bathroom so it was very convenient.

Ara and Dar are wonderful hosts and they have a very lovely home that they enjoy sharing. They are very lovely people. The accommodations were just as described, clean, and very comfortable. A real gem! Please note, their home is out in the country down well maintained dirt roads. I was on a motorcycle and it was fine, though it does mean you pay attention.

Because I was in upstate Maine, out of reach of GPS and the like, they got in touch with me during my trip and reassured me that there would be someone at home for my arrival.

Ara and Dar were great hosts. Beautiful house and location.Everything as described.

We loved our stay at Sid and Diane's home. We stayed for 5 days and 4 nights. This was our first trip to Maine and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Diane did a wonderful job of welcoming us, making sure we would be comfortable during our stay including leaving breakfast food for us, and providing recommendations for local places to visit. The house is very clean, comfortable, and charming, and the location is fantastic: at the end of a quiet street with great views of the bay. We enjoyed relaxing around the house as well as heading out to explore the nearby area. The lobster pound next door really adds to the Maine experience. We can't wait to return and heartily recommend Sid and Diane's house to anyone looking for Maine country getaway.

Diane was very kind and helpful, making sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The sunset over the water from the living room was stupendous. Balconies from the upstairs rooms are great--so nice to step out of bed in the morning and look at the water! A lovely house.

We felt very welcome since the first correspondence with Diane. She was very honest and quick to respond to my questions. We would definitely recommend this home to stay in and the relaxing area to any family taking a vacation to Maine. Thank you

Diane was great! We felt like family when we arrived - everything was as described, communication was excellent - even though we never actually met Diane or Sid. Our stay was wonderful - the accommodations were clean and comfortable, and everything that we needed and more was available. It was a great trip and we'd love to return in the future! Highly recommended!

A beautiful place to stay. The house is clean, warm and provides all what you need for everyday. Two bathrooms which is great, no fighting for showers. Plenty of hot water !!! Kitchen fully stocked for all your cooking needs. Decorated very warm and relaxing. The porch outside is perfect for coffee in the morning with breakfast and supper in evening. The views are awesome. Next door is a lobster dock, where lobster boats come in and you can buy fresh fresh lobsters. So good!!! Neighbors are friendly. A great place to stay an only an hour from Portland. Highly recommend and Diane is a wonderful host. She makes sure every is good and easy to be in touch with. I will be back. Thank you for such a great time Diane. Judy Dykstra

Diane's home was just what we needed to relax during our first visit to Maine. My husband and I, along with a friend of ours stayed here for 4 nights, 5days. This home certainly is off the beaten path, located at the very end of the lane, right next to a working lobster pound. (Which was surprisingly quiet!) The surrounding area is very quiet, peaceful, and dark enough for some serious star-gazing. The home itself is wonderfully homey, very clean, with plenty of additional amenities (such as dishware, etc) for an extended stay. The home is cheerfully decorated in typical east coast fashion with a beautiful porch furnished with comfortable deck chairs. The pictures of this remote vacation home simply do not do it justice! As for Diane, she could not be a more accommodating and gracious host! She emailed me offering suggestions for sightseeing, as well as leaving many pamphlets and tourism guides at the house for us. When we arrived we were greeted with a bottle of wine, breakfast foods, and lovely notes left around the house to help make our stay comfortable and stress-free. Cannot wait to visit again, and without a doubt, recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation!

Had a wonderful stay at Diane's Phippsburg home! The perfect place for a couple of friends to get away from the city and enjoy a true Maine summer. She left extremely detailed instructions and was more than accommodating with everything in her home. Not to mention we had one of the best meals by walking next door to the lobster pound! I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get away and enjoy a peaceful, relaxing vacation. Thanks again Diane!

My review is not stating that this is a bad place to stay - the place simply didn't work out for us. There was no AC in the house, this is not stated explicitly but if you go to the amenities section for this place, AC is not listed . So the hosts cannot be blamed. However, this was a deal breaker for us. The hosts were very accommodating of the situation and issued a refund immediately (including the first day). We just insisted to pay for the first day which we thought was fair.