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An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay

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The Village House in Spring.
Upstairs Master Bedroom King Bed
Living Room
Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Buckfield, ME
  • Place, Streaked Mountain
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Androscoggin Riverlands State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, McLaughlin Gardens
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs Double

2 Single Beds

Loft Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay

This private, animal-free* home, managed by Nifty Bug Rentals, has been refurbished with a brand new kitchen, bathroom and laundry room. Originally ‘The Priest House’, parts of the home date close to 100 years. Guests feel the pulse of a New England community while maintaining a feeling of coziness and privacy. Conveniently located near Tilton's Market, Post Office and High School. Only 15 minutes from Androscoggin Riverlands State Park, 25 minutes from Bates College in Lewiston and 1 hour from Portland. Ski and snowboard at Black Mountain (45 minutes), Mt Abram (45 minutes), Lost Valley (25 minutes), Pleasant Mountain (52 minutes), Sunday River (60 minutes) or Attitash/Wildcat (1 hour 30 minutes). 4 to 5 Guests can comfortably share this rental with 2 bedrooms and a third optional bedroom. Wifi and Apple TV included. Please note that the AC is not central air conditioning. There is a new air conditioner in the upstairs master bedroom and the loft and living room have ceiling fans. To keep our cleaning fee low on our full cottage, we charge an additional daily fee of $10 per person per stay for more than 2 guests. Infants staying with a couple in the master bedroom are not included as additional guests. (*Due to severe allergies, our listing is an animal-free zone. We are unable to safely host guests who travel with pets or service animals. Thank you for your understanding.)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please remove shoes inside the home.
Only windows with screens should be opened.
We do not accept third party bookings unless there

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Buckfield

Buckfield is home to this holiday home. Lost Valley Ski Resort and Hemond's Moto X Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Androscoggin Riverlands State Park and McLaughlin Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Buckfield, ME

What's nearby

  • Streaked Mountain - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Androscoggin Riverlands State Park - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • McLaughlin Gardens - 16 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Androscoggin River - 17 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Bates College - 24 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buck-It - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪On The Way Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Street And Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mamie's Mountain Whoopies Scratch Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪North Hill Riding Academy - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay on 12 May 2026 start from AU$283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An Authentic Clean & Cozy Maine Homestay located?

Situated in Buckfield, this holiday home is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Androscoggin Riverlands State Park and 10.6 mi (17 km) from McLaughlin Gardens. Pennesseewassee lake and Worthley Pond are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Stebbins B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable house, clean and quiet. The hosts were very responsive. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

Great stay

Third time staying at this location, works out great for my yearly 10 day visit to this area.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host provided excellent information and was very easy to communicate with. The property was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An extremely beautiful place to get ready for my wedding
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

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

Great stay!

Organized home and cozy stay. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cute home, exactly as described, owners were easy to communicate with and our stay was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

molly r.

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

Great stay

Very cute and unique house. Good internet, air conditioning and everything we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James l.

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

10/10

The place was super nice and clean. The check in process was so smooth and the owners were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fay L.

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

Great little home

Stayed at the “Priest House” for a week. Loved the location, house was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very cute cottage- clean and comfortable

Cute cottage. Very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

One night stay

It is charming home for an overnight stay and or even longer. All the amenities of home
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

First Ski Weekend

Cosy roomy cottage with a fairy tale room, kids loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS M.

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

Charming and quaint

We enjoyed a restful, comfortable stay. Everything that we could have needed was right there at our fingertips. The Village House was very welcoming, clean and felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN B.

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

What we needed

We were attending a family wedding. Just needed a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and cozy. It is in a wooded area so there are ants inside, but that was no reflection on the cleanliness. If you have lower back troubles the couch may exacerbate them, but with a few extra pillows I found it to be just fine. Very nice place all around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Charmingly Remodeled

We only stayed for one night, but this cottage was all we needed. It’s been thoughtfully remodeled, was very clean, and all the beds were comfy. Our ten-year-old loved the “cuckoo clock room’s” loft doors. If our travels take us this way again, would definitely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

Thanks for such wonderful accomendation

Everything worked out just the way it should. Clean, great location to stores and family. We would stay there again. If avialable no hotels for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Spacious Maine Getaway

My husband and I stayed at Michaels rental for a wedding weekend in Maine. The location was perfect for the two of us. The space was clean and Michael was very responsive to our questions and prompt to help us get in the property. Would highly recommend for a small family getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

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

Better than advertised

We visited in winter time, lots of snow and beautiful scenery. The home is cozy and relaxing, we cooked every morning. The general store up the street has everything you need. The location was convenient , not more than an hour from anywhere interesting. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikki L.

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

Excellent, Cozy Home

Me and my two teenagers stayed here for 3 nights and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The home is exactly as advertised, clean, well-stocked and cute as can be. The first night we had a power outage and the wood stove kept us warm (and it was fun and cozy!). Everyone slept extremely well on comfy beds. The shower was perfect and the kitchen had everything we needed to make meals.It was truly a fantastic stay and we will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Buckfield

Had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonor F.

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

Family Wedding

Thankful for the one night availability and Mike was great allowing us to check in a bit early after driving 3 hours to get ready for a family wedding! House was immaculate and convenient to the venue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Cute little place, nice Maine vacation

Our stay at this property was excellent, start to finish. Priced right for the location and the amenities, the place was everything as described. Comfortable bedding, flexible sleeping arrangements (3 bedrooms) and well equipped. Communication with the manager/owner was easy and quick. Highly recommend this property for a no frills experience. About an hour drive to Sunday River resort where we skied.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

A week away

We stayed for a week. It was great. Quiet, cozy and clean. Bed ate comfortable, kitchen had all the necessities, and a few extras too. The perfect place to unwind and just get away from it all. Yet only a short day trip to Portland, Bangor and many other small coastal towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marianne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall Good, The washing machine didn’t work. The hot water kept cutting out, there is a hole in the bathroom floor that appears wet and is sinking, the living room furniture is terribly uncomfortable and should be replaced. There is an electrical outlet in the living room next to the love seat on the kitchen side that isn’t working properly. We were charging phones and that outlet didn’t perform. UPSIDE: the bed in the master bedroom was really comfortable. The set up was perfect, kitchen was adequate, location was great. I would stay there again if the furniture in the living room was replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michael Menes

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I work as a touring artist and media producer and love to travel and escape into nature. My partner, Andrea, who is originally from Prague, Czech Republic, is a woman of many talents who loves nature and the arts. We make our home together here in rural Maine. We enjoy Airbnb hosting and welcome guests from all around the world. When we travel, we prefer to stay away from the touristy places and hang out with the locals, discovering hidden places and having authentic experiences. We live nearby our Village House in case there are any issues that come up with our rentals.

Why they chose this property

This is a great property for folks who are visiting family or friends in the area, planning outdoor activities, attending weddings or events, or who are in the area for work assignments. The internet is fast for doing work on line and everything is convenient being right in the village. Our neighbors are quiet and respectful.

What makes this property unique

The Nifty Village House is an authentic homestay. It's not a commercial rental property. It feels like a real home because it has many handcrafted features and the furnishings that are family treasures that go back several decades.

Languages:

English, Czech

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