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Reviews of Maine Retreat for Family, Friends, & Celebrations

Maine Retreat for Family, Friends, & Celebrations
Parkman, ME

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9.6

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, better service.
We had a great time at Dragonwood. The property is amazingly beautiful. Great activities for the kiddos with a relaxing environment for the adults. By far one of the greatest assets to this property was the staff. Carrie and her crew were accomodating to every request and need we had with utmost speed. You can't beat the taste of fresh Maine blueberries right off the bush. We were so lucky to be there right at the beginning of picking season.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you James, it was a pleasure hosting you at Dragonwood Retreat. From the moment you arrived until the day of your departure, you demonstrated the qualities of an exceptional guest, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. James made the most of our classes to keep his family entertained. It's always a delight to see guests engaging in the activities we provide, and James made sure everyone had a great time. Witnessing James and the group's laughter by the water's edge was a delight. It's guests like James who bring life and positive energy to Dragonwood, making hosting a truly rewarding experience. Furthermore, James's communication throughout his stay was excellent. He was prompt in responding to messages, always courteous, and kept us informed with any questions he had. His clear communication made coordinating logistics and ensuring his comfort a breeze. One of the things that stood out about James was how he treated Dragonwood as if it were his own home. He respected the property, followed the guidelines, and maintained a tidy and respectful environment. It was evident that he valued and appreciated the space, and this attitude made hosting him an absolute pleasure. I wholeheartedly recommend James as a guest to any host and would be more than thrilled to welcome him back to Dragonwood in the future. Thank you, James, for being an outstanding guest and for treating Dragonwood like it's your own home. Your presence added so much positivity and happiness to our retreat, and I truly appreciate your consideration and great company. Warmest regards, Carrie

10/10 Excellent

Holly R., Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway Weekend
We had 22 friends meet at Dragonwood for a long weekend get away. The experience was amazing from the very start when Carrie met us at the front door to give us a tour. The pictures don’t do the property justice- the ground we’re beautiful, well maintained, and bigger than expected. There was plenty of room for all of us to gather together in the bunk room for game nights, but also spread out into the main house, fire pit, or dock if wanted. The house was fully stocked with every kitchen need, plenty of towels and bedding, and some snacks the owners provided as well. I would highly recommend this house to anyone. My only warning would be it’s a steep walk down to the lake. It wouldn’t be ideal for anyone who can’t handle a lot of stairs. However this didn’t hold our group back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
We're thrilled to hear that you and your group enjoyed your time at Dragonwood. For guests who prefer to avoid the stairs, we offer golf cart transportation – just send us a quick text message and we'll be happy to accommodate you

8/10 Good

Krysta B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for familes
It was a wonderful stay! Very peaceful and beautiful. Only issue was the size of the fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Eleni W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but busy property
Dragonwood is a beautiful place full of high-quality amenities in all areas including the kitchens, baths, patio, and boathouse. The houses and grounds were perfectly clean and well kept. Our group of ten adults was so pleased with Manhanock Pond, it is very clean and excellent for swimming and boating. The only negative of this property was a serious issue with the lack of privacy and unpleasant communication with property owner and manager on site. The Dragonwood team members initially accommodated our request for privacy but by the end of the week this broke down and we were interrupted by a helicopter landing on the property, workers waking sleeping guests to tend the grounds, frequent entry into the office which is attached to the bunk house, and ATVs driving through the property. When we continued to ask for more privacy, the request was met with hostility. These experiences impacted our ability to have a peaceful and private experience. Dragonwood is a beautiful spot for an event but not ideal for solitude.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2022
We did everything we could accommodate this guests' unusual requests. This was not a good match for Dragonwood.

10/10 Excellent

Sophia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summertime
The main house as well as the bunkhouse were perfect for my family of 9 and our 3 dogs. The photos don’t do the grounds justice. There was ample space for the dogs and kids to run and it was a challenge to get them out of the pond with how much fun they were having. The main house fire pit was perfect at the end of every day for relaxing while we cooked dinner on the grill. One thing to note as it may cause some difficulties for certain people- there are a lot of stairs and a rather steep walk to get to the water from the main house, though there are alternate cleared paths you can take through the woods to avoid the stairs. We enjoyed our week very much and highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Property
The attention to detail stood out, you wanted for nothing. The property and surroundings landscaping were stunning. Very kid friendly. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2022
Fred, you and your family were the best! We all enjoyed hearing the laughter and hope you return soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2022
We had both the main house and the bunk house for our large family vacation. The property was beautiful, well kept and the staff was friendly and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2022
Jessica, thank you for staying with us at Dragonwood. It was wonderful to see everyone enjoying all we have to offer here. Our space was left clean and tidy. We would love to host you and your family again. Thank you, Dragonwood

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
The property is beautiful and one of the best stocked on VRBO. the property manager was very helpful and always available for questions. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021