Local's Guide
Southern Maine
WHAT TO DO IN
Southern Maine
Our goal is that every one of our guests leaves Purposely Lost feeling relaxed and fulfilled, with fond memories that bring joy long after the trip is over, and a great sense of what the “Maine Life” is. We understand that everyone has different needs, wants, and interests. That is why we have created our local’s guide to Maine. Here you will find all of the information you need about some great local activities to do in the treehouse, on the property, and in the surrounding towns. Whether you are looking for a complete nature immersion experience or would like to visit the local town for dinner and some tourist activities, we have you covered.
Inside you secluded
Forest Getaway
We have some key amenities at all of our properties: Wifi, a full kitchen, a projector, a deck or porch and a private hot tub. For many of us, these are the ingredients we need to have a great, peaceful weekend away. Every treehouse has a living and dining area with enough space for any board games or activities you bring to have fun with, too. Don’t overlook the opportunities that a bit of isolated calm and quiet has to offer!
Enjoying Nature
On The Property
Recreation
Your stay is less than a stone’s throw from a stocked trout pond that offers great recreational opportunities. We supply canoes to our properties and a beautiful dock from which to launch it, do yoga, sunbathe, or just enjoy the tranquility all around you. Please make sure you’re following our rules when exploring to minimize the impact on the environment and ecosystem, but there’s a lot you can do without ever getting in your car!
Wildlife
The property itself is teeming with wildlife and opportunities to respectfully explore a wild landscape. There are so many classic outdoor activities that Maine is perfect for. Our pond is stocked with brookies (brook trout), which make for great fishing and eating. The woods are perfect for bird watching.
Forest Bathing
A recently popularized concept is “forest bathing” wherein people slowly and mindfully walk the woods to clear their minds of the detritus of modern life and simply enjoy the calming sounds of nature, escaping the noise pollution so many of us live with.
Daytrips Around
Southern Maine
Wells & Ogunquit
Wells and Ogunquit are quintessential Maine resort towns that neighbor each other on route one. Ogunquit is a village that’s known for its great nightlife and art scene. Wells is a traditional family resort town with great beaches and several sports bars aimed at providing comfortable familiarity. If you want to experience the classic summery Maine beach, these are the towns to visit.
The Kennebunks
Find out why so many wealthy and noteworthy families have invested in houses (and mansions) in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport with a visit to this quaint community. You can find beautiful boutiques, great restaurants, and lovely beaches and waters here. If you’re in the mood to visit one of Maine’s better farmer’s markets, they have an excellent one on Sunday mornings.
Portland & Portsmouth
Maybe the middle of the woods is less your speed than you thought, or perhaps you forgot your favorite hard-to-find lotion or potion. No matter why you want to leave the forest to visit the urban jungle, we have a scenic city that has a robust set of shopping, restaurant, and recreational opportunities! Portland is Maine’s thriving urban center, with shops, a proper downtown to explore, great restaurants, whaling and bay cruise tours, and so much more!
Portsmouth, NH gets an honorable mention as a nice destination. Southeast of your stay, just over the border in New Hampshire is an exciting, hip seaside city. It’s of modest size, smaller than Portland and quaint by most cities’ standards. Either city is worth a visit, and you can always retreat again to the wild space we’ve preserved for you.
Points of Interest
In Southern Maine
Mousam Way Trails
Springvale, ME hiking along Mousam River.
Springvale Publick House
Spingvale, ME Bar & Pub
McDougal Orchards
Springval, ME Apple Picking
Peaceful Seclusion, Practical Proximity
PORTLAND JETPORT
The Portland Jetport is only about 40 minutes from our Springvale property.
ENTERPRISE CAR RENTALS
LAUNDROMAT
BOSTON LOGAN INTL. AIRPORT
Boston Logan International Airport is about 2 hours from the Springvale property.
YORK HOSPITAL
FISHING LICENSE
Click here to obtain a fishing permit.
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Guests Say
Elizabeth Saucier
Truly an amazing experience! A little slice of Heaven. Enjoy moments of serenity and relaxation with perfect accommodations.
Michelle Olson-Rogers
What an amazingly perfect experience we had at the Hobbit Home, Fern Hollow! True Lord of the Ring fans here, it was everything we dreamed of and more. The furnishings and kitchen were top of the line and the attention to detail, amazing. You can tell they put a lot of thought into this property! Highly recommend for a family of 4 or two couples looking to getaway. Loved it!
