Beautiful Spruce Woods Lodge, Now Open to the Public

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Friendship, ME

Samoset Resort Golf Course38 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)39 min drive
Marshall Point Lighthouse54 min drive
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park59 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Surrounded by the evergreen woodlands of the Martin Point Wildlife Reserve, Spruce Woods Lodge offers serenity and complete privacy in a pristine forest setting. Extending from Muscongus Bay to tranquil Crystal Pond the conservation reserve features a network of trails for summer walks and bird watching to winter snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice skating on the pond. The custom-built, three bedroom, two bathroom lodge comfortably accommodates up to four adults and two children in three light and airy bedrooms. A cozy woodstove warms the open concept living and dining areas on chilly nights. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove and oven, butcher block island, refrigerator, microwave, coffeemakers, toaster oven, and dishwasher along with a full set of appliances and cookware. Downstairs, separated by a full bathroom with tub and shower, are two bedrooms, one with a double bed the other with two bunk beds. Upstairs, the large, comfortably furnished loft provides a quiet space for reading and relaxing, next to the light-filled master bedroom with a floor to ceiling window overlooking the woods, two double beds and adjoining full bathroom with tub and shower. Towels and bed linens are provided. Other amenities include cable TV, high-speed internet and wi-fi, telephones (with free local and nationwide service), clothes washing machine and dryer, central heating/air conditioning, gas and charcoal grills, and an outdoor lobster cooker. The lodge is surrounded on three sides by a wrap-around porch with comfortable seating and an outdoor dining table. The porch leads to a large fieldstone-surfaced patio with a boulder-lined fire pit, perfect for evening stargazing and toasting s'mores. Beyond is a large grassy area for badminton and croquet. A short walk or drive takes you to the Martin Point town beach and summer evening lectures, music and other activities at the Community House. The nearby Martin Point community tennis court is also available for your use. Up to 2 well behaved dogs allowed (dogs must be crated when left alone in the house) Cats not allowed.

Property manager

Bob & Judy Zeitlin

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Amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Well behaved dogs welcomed. No cats allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed in or on premises.

Dogs must be crated when left alone in the Lodge.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Friendship

Located in Friendship, this lodge is in a rural area and by the sea. Fawcett's Antique Toy and Art Museum and General Henry Knox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maine State Prison Store and Penobscot Marine Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Friendship, ME

What's nearby

Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 34 min drive
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 38 min drive
Marshall Point Lighthouse - 54 min drive
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 59 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 60 min drive

Getting around

Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

Jameson Point Lobster Company - 10 min drive
Dot's Bakery - 45 min drive
Gifford's Ice Cream - 43 min drive
Bremen Basket - 33 min drive
Lobster Conservancy - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Spruce Woods Lodge, Now Open to the Public pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Spruce Woods Lodge, Now Open to the Public?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Spruce Woods Lodge, Now Open to the Public?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Spruce Woods Lodge, Now Open to the Public located?

Situated by the sea, this lodge is within 16 miles (25 km) of Maine State Prison Store, St. George River and Fawcett's Antique Toy and Art Museum. General Henry Knox Museum and Damariscotta Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jerome H.

29 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for a Vacation

My wife and I had a great time in this quiet, comfortable and well equipped cabin in the spruce forest. Location within walking distance to a small rocky beach and within easy driving distance to numerous great restaurants and tourist activities. Owners are top notch folks who are readily available if you need any assistance. We just had a great time in a great place. Highy recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

16 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in a quaint, friendly town.

The house sits on the edge of a wildlife reserve, making it the perfect setting for outdoor enthusiasts or those just wanting to enjoy the picturesque setting. The home was very clean and is equipped with everything you could possibly need. We very much enjoyed hiking the trails, kayaking, walking the ocean shoreline, relaxing on the large deck and visiting local businesses. We highly recommend this vacation home and hope to return next year.

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

24 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent vacation in beautiful Friendship Maine

The Spruce Woods lodge is located in a pine forest in Friendship Maine. There are beautiful nature trails that surround the property and you have a ton of privacy. We used the back yard fire place almost every night and had a great family vacation. The house is set up for renters and was very clean and organized. The owners are so nice and really make you feel at home. We steamed fresh lobsters and the kithchen is great for cooking. There is a Maine beach right down the road and we enjoyed the cold water. The scenery is beautiful. We miss the views. I would highly recommend the Spruce Woods lodge.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tina R.

27 Aug 2018

Spruce Woods Lodge - a tranquil and relaxing home!

Just getting back from a week at the Spruce Woods Lodge and was very happy with our stay! The home was well appointed, comfortable and nicely maintained. It had all the comforts of home and allowed me and my family to escape, unwind and relax! Our 2 dogs loved it too! The house is set back off a private road - even though your neighbors aren’t that far away you would never know it because you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere. Bob and Judy left a book with tons of local information that helped us plan our days. The nearby beach was great for our dogs as it was small...but there were other beaches within driving distance that were great for the family! Everyone we encountered was super friendly and the surrounding countryside provided so many beautiful scenic vistas! We were able to make a day trip up to Bar Harbor and Acadia and also enjoyed a drive to BoothBay Harbor as well. Definitely check out the Owls Head transportation museum - lots of cool planes and cars to see! Only reason to not give the house five stars is because the shower heads could use an upgrade (they seemed to be somewhat antiquated) but I’m not sure with well water the pressure could have been any better. Highly recommend this home.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Bob & Judy Zeitlin

Judy is Professor Emeritus of Anthropology and Archaeology at The University of Massachusetts, Boston. Bob is Professor Emeritus of Mesoamerican Archaeology in the Department of Anthropology, Brandeis University. In Maine he is a trustee of the Medomak Valley Land Trust. Our home and Treetops Cottage (a waterfront property we also rent through Homeaway) is just a short walk away.

Why they chose this property

Judy and I repurchased this property, which we had sold in 1986, primarily for the use of our children. We've extensively renovated the building and grounds and, since our children are currently occupying it for only a few weeks a year, are opening it to the public on a limited basis during other times.