Sadler House

10/27/2026

I'm already tired of this topic on social media, but I want to briefly address the new rules Airbnb has instituted. There's a lot to delve into - much of it doesn't affect us as we have never collected IDs or had people sign separate contracts outside of the platform.

The other portion is the gleefully publicized "no more chores" part. To be clear, the only relevant "chores" we ever had were asking people to put their trash in the outside cans when they left, and start the dishwasher. With that said, we have never penalized a guest for not doing this. Ever.

I can no longer ask our guests to put their dishes in the dishwasher or press the button. And I cannot request that the trash go to the shed when they leave. But for any repeat guests who see this, just consider that our amazing regular cleaner is a self-employed local who works with a closeknit team. If you don't take out the trash, she will do it. If you don't load the dishwasher, it means she has to do that before getting to her real work, which is sanitizing and polishing the house from top to bottom and changing all the beds to make them beautiful again.

Considering how many people have spontaneously rated us "squeaky clean" and raved about our spotlessness, I hope most of them will continue to be nice to Sue and her colleagues by doing these little things that keep our house pest-free and make same-day turnovers possible.

That's all. When it becomes too hard to do, we'll just stop renting. I'm not going to fight about it with people on the internet. Thank you to the 90% of past guests who have been absolutely lovely. Please keep coming back!

10/22/2026

It's always a shame to hear guests are staying just a couple of nights and barreling straight to Acadia. For example...

Maine’s Camden Hills State Park is a perfect Acadia National Park dupe, with scenic trails and smaller crowds—plus, cozy inns and restaurants in nearby Camden.

10/18/2026

I've been terrible about posting lately, but I wanted to send special good wishes tonight, to our dear friends at Home Kitchen Cafe

Since the time we found our house in Rockland in 2013, eating at Home Kitchen Cafe was one of the "musts" for every single visit (many times, if the visit was long). Over the years, we became friends with Susan and James, and when our little boys became big boys, each of them had their first jobs there - William at the bakery and Cormac running food at the Cafe. We all had our favorite meals there (best haddock sandwich in the world!) but it was the warmth and friendliness we valued most. And every guest we sent to their door had an incredible experience, as well.

Tomorrow, they will serve their last customers and close, due to insurmountable staffing challenges that made it impossible to continue to deliver their impeccable service to an always-full-house. We are terribly sorry to see the cafe go. We will miss it so much. But we are grateful for the memories we made and the opportunity our boys had, to learn about work from such great people.

We are wishing Susan and James and the entire staff a wonderful next chapter! Thank you to everyone at Home Kitchen.

10/01/2026

09/08/2026

We are so lucky to have #9 nearby! We go every year.

Botanical gardens are a wonderful place to see rare plants, and to learn more about the natural environment. We rounded up a few that you should definitely check out.

09/01/2026

We couldn't agree more!

If you want the most beautifully decorated and whimsically flavorful donuts you've ever had, come to Ruckus Donuts in Rockland, Maine.

08/12/2026

No arguments here! And for a great selection right in Rockland, check out North Beacon Oyster.

From Maine’s Damariscotta River to Alaska’s Kachemak Bay, farmers, chefs, and shuckers share the U.S. oyster destinations worth a trip.

08/01/2026

13 years ago, we moved into this house with a 4yo and a 6yo, and we made them a dream bunk room. Over the years, countless children have enjoyed those bunks, although the folks who had adults along probably drew the short straw when they had to stay in the kid room! Today, our kids are 17 and 19, and that once-charming room has slowly become a bit inconvenient, with no place to set up a computer and beds that are tough to make up and change.

It was time. This summer we lovingly dismantled the bunk room and reimagined it as a cozy space with two beds and a nice, sturdy desk. Dan built the desk himself, and our kids have test driven it this summer, declaring it perfect.

Families, do not fear! We still have our toy box under the bed and the closet is chock full of fun things for your kids to discover. But, adults, you may also rejoice. Because now you have a darn side table and, oh, a place to charge your devices. And in the summer, there is now a dedicated A/C window unit!

"To every thing there is a season..."

Welcome to the new third bedroom, Friends.

07/26/2026

Our time here is short this summer but we have tried to get out and experience the new restaurants and bars in town. Last night we finally had a chance to sit outside at The Idle Hour (which I can't seem to tag, but here they are: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590194527736 ) and have dinner. My BLT was absolutely top notch and everyone at the table was likewise pleased with their meal. I really liked that the menu had a nice selection of solid favorites. Further, the service was friendly and prompt. Big thumbs up. Definitely go. I'm sure the bar inside is just as welcoming!

07/24/2026

Rockland, of course!

Rockland, Maine, offers a working waterfront, fresh seafood, art museums, boutique hotels, and iconic lighthouses, making it an affordable coastal getaway.