Sunrise from the deck

Sheep photographed at the Union Fair, Union, ME, 2023

creative residencies in the heart of Midcoast Maine

year round

The quiet pace and stunning coastline of Midcoast Maine offer an ideal environment for artists, writers, designers, thinkers, or seekers to pursue a creative project. The region is considered a mecca for artists, with Rockland known as the Art Capital of Maine.

Beginning in Fall 2023 I’ll be making our Rockport home available as an artist’s or writer’s retreat, a jumping off point to enjoy classes at nearby Maine Media Workshops or the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship, or a space to gather with friends for a self-directed art camp. You can explore the area’s rich trove of museums and galleries, indie bookstores, antique shops and flea markets, Belted Galloway cows, county fairs, farmer’s markets (April to mid-October), sheep and alpaca farms, and more.

The Rockport-Camden area also offers outdoor adventures, including hiking, kayaking, enjoying the Lobster Festival, Blueberry Days, and The Real Maine Fall Fiber Festival.

The home will be available in May, June, August, September, and October. An alternative long-stay option is available in the off-season from Nov 1 - April 30.


DETAILS

  • Four bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 story home with waterfront views of Penobscot Bay. Private deck. In-home washer and dryer.

  • Wifi and utilities included. Parking.

  • Two queens, 1 double/full, 2 twin beds. Two bedrooms enjoy ocean views.

  • In/out dates flexible

  • Two hour drive from Portland (PWM) or Bangor (BGR) airports; 10 minutes from Rockland/Owls Head (RKD) airport, accessible via Cape Air transferring out of Boston Logan (BOS).

  • Rates: May and October $6,000/month; June, August, and September $7,000/month; off-season $5,000/mo ($30,000 for entire season)

  • Some quirks: there is no curbside trash pick-up for the entire region; you must sort and take the trash to the local dump, about 5 miles from the house

  • Also available for one-person solo retreats and shorter stays; please inquire.