My wife and I, and later our son, have been guests of the Dockside since our first visit in 1976. Over the years we have enjoyed the peaceful, scenic surroundings, and the courtesy and dedication to guest satisfaction their staff is known for. The accommodations are “Maine Simple”, yet elegant in their own right, and the restaurant seems to get better each year. We appreciate the Lusty Family’s efforts to stay with the times and the environment in an unobtrusive way. The location is ideal: An hour or so from Boston and Portland, and less than 15 minutes to the great little city of Portsmouth, but quiet and serene even though close to I-95. At last count, our family has visited Harris Island and the Dockside at least 40 times, many times twice each year. They do things right for us otherwise we wouldn’t keep coming back. We’ve watched the Lusty Family raise their children there, and then retire for the second generation to take over. We feel like adopted family, for each time we return we feel as if we’re coming home after a too-long time away.

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Four friends decided to celebrate their 60th birthdays (all born the same year) and could not have asked for a nicer place to spend it. The staff went over and above our expectations, even providing us with wine glasses and wine opener so we could enjoy a bottle of wine in front of the fireplace. The weekend we spent in Maine sightseeing was extra enjoyable due to the comfort and cleanliness of the room. Breakfast was great, as well as cookies and coffee at night. We are planning on leaving our husbands home and doing it again next year.

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I have stayed at this idyllic haven numerous times. Each visit is utter perfection - a natural elixir that relaxes both body and soul in glorious surroundings. To awaken each morning looking out on to beautiful gardens, the rocky shoreline, and those far horizons is nothing short of sublime. Breakfast is a veritable groaning board of delicious goodies to delight one's taste buds! The Lusty family and Crew are so very warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The Dockside Guest Quarters is a veritable jewel!

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How can you describe, sitting on your private deck, full moon, sparkling water, clean air, the sound of buoy bells. Add to that, hosts that make you feel like family,not just a person booking a room. Dockside is such a special place. My youngest son was married there three years ago. He lives in California but always said Maine and Dockside fell like home. I agree 100 percent. The Lusty family and staff make you feel like an speical guest. If you want it all Maine and Dockside are the way life should be. Nancy-Jane Griffith Austin, Texas

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We just returned from York, ME where we stayed at DGQ. The rooms were nice. We were in the Maine house and it was a bit noisy, but that is to be expected in a home over 100 years old. The staff was excellent and helpful. The breakfast was first rate and the view and grounds were exceptionally nice. Dinner at the restaurant was good as well. I would highly recommend the DGQ

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We visit the Dockside on an annual basis. The location is exceptional. Removed from the hustle & bustle in a place that you feel is almost your own. The only traffic are the lobster boats gently passing by. A rare find, great quality, very comfortable rooms with unsurpassed views. A true get-away!

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I've just returned from the Dockside Guest Quarters and I can't say enough about how great it was. As a sailor, watching the boats pass right in front of the inn was recreation enough. Breakfast is served on the porch which overlooks a fabulous view of the harbor and out into the open ocean. It feels just like Down East Maine without having to drive that far. The rooms have fabulous, large oceanview balconies. The rooms are not overly frou-frou, just comfortable, making it so easy to relax. We didn't eat in the restaurant, but peeked inside and saw they have this fabulous harborside porch, another great place to watch the boats come in and out from. I'd recommnend it highly!!

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