Le Vatout
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Whether you crave the quiet pleasure of a cup of tea and a bowl of fresh fruit on the porch, favor a communal breakfast of paper-thin buckwheat pancakes served at the dining table flooded with sun or simply want to hang out at the kitchen island, dig into a shrimp omelet and chat, at Le Vatout everything’s just different enough to delight.
After a day of exploring the shoreline there’s nothing better than to fire up the stove in the sauna in back or to sit around the table under the weeping willow, drink lemonade and play cards. A grape-trellised tea house invites you to linger, a giant elm tree tempts you with an old-fashioned swing, and there’s always a refreshing breeze from the water which will relax and reinvigorate you at the same time.
The Robin is a writer's dream. Cool and cozy, it is the most private of our rooms and its second-floor, north-side window makes you feel as if you sit among feathery hemlocks. It features a hand-carved desk - another family heirloom - and a comfortable chair with a reading lamp. A large library of "real" books can inspire the writer in anyone and makes the reader feel at home. The Robin has a queen-sized sleigh bed, a large closet and a private, en-suite bathroom
Warm and bright, with three windows, two of which let in the evening sun, the Goldfinch is on the ground floor, with a view of trees and evergreens. It is the former parlor of the house, has wide-pine floors and elaborate moldings, a walk in closet and an en-suite bathroom with a tub shower. The bed, a beautiful mahogany four-poster family heirloom is a traditional full, but sleeps two people comfortably.
The Nuthatch looks down onto the gardens from its second floor perch. A charming room with old-fashioned built-ins and wide-pine floors, it's quintessential Maine. There are two single beds, a beautiful antique arts and crafts desk and a comfortable chair, handy if you want to bring a laptop and use our wireless internet connection, though for entertainment there are always... books! The Nuthatch shares a bathroom with the Chickadee next door.
High above the "dooryard", the Chickadee gets an extra helping of fragrance wafting up from the roses growing right below. It is a small, charming room with old-fashioned built-ins and wide-pine floors and it's our most economical solution. This room is a favorite of guests who are traveling alone, although its two single beds can accommodate two people just the same. The Chickadee shares a bathroom with the Nuthatch right next door.
Wood stove and winter silence... Staying at a Maine bed and breakfast in winter is an acquired taste. Anchored in the granite landscape right where the Medomac River meets the ocean, Le Vatout was built in the 1830's.
The garden is lovely, huge, romantic and quite private with plenty of nooks and crannies where you can relax, write, read a book or simply snooze in the hammock. After a day of exploring the shoreline there’s nothing better than to sit around the fire pit in back or play cards under the weeping willow, drinking lemonade or a glass of wine.
It's different - or so we're being told: breakfast at Le Vatout is not your usual fare. We're not big fans of sugary stuff and tend to serve what we would eat: Savory food in generous portions, full of flavor, and fresh, fresh, fresh. Pancakes at Le Vatout tend to be huge, made with buckwheat and topped with a generous helping of Maine blueberries and chopped walnuts. Add a couple of thick slices carved from a slab of German bacon and prepare to swoon. Special diets - gluten free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan, you name it - we'll cheerfully accommodate.
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Address
218 Kaler's Corner
Route 32 South
Waldoboro, ME 04572
USA - Phone+1-207-832-5150
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Cozy, low-key and completely relaxed, Le Vatout is just different enough to delight. A traditional New England farmhouse in the quiet village of Waldoboro, it’s our personal artists' retreat which we feel fortunate to share with our guests. The garden is huge and romantic, the rooms filled with art, books beckon wherever there’s space. Whether you crave the quiet pleasure of a cup of tea and a bowl of fruit on the porch, favor a communal breakfast of buckwheat pancakes or dig into a shrimp omelet at the kitchen island, Le Vatout meals have substance and flavors have a twist.
Rooms & Rates
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 18 Reviews
4.4 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 5
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 5
4.6 out of 5Wonderful, relaxed inn
October 10, 2012
We had a thoroughly delightful stay at Le Vatout. The inn is charming -- a typical Maine farmhouse from 1830 and totally unspoiled. The rooms are very comfortable and filled with books. The food was superb. Dominika prepared outstanding breakfasts with fresh food from the garden. Breakfast around the farm table in the sun-filled kitchen prompted wonderful discussions, much laughter and warmth. Linda and Dominika were more than accommodating and responsive to our needs. The gardens are gorgeous and the entire experience is the epitome of what country Maine is all about -- simple, relaxed, friendly and unspoiled. We highly recommend it!
4.4 out of 5Totally enjoyed!
October 05, 2012
Very centrally located to get to Camden, Rockland, lighthouses and state park. Since I was in Maine to enjoy the lighthouses, Dominika went out of her way to help me find all the ones in the area. She has places for you to dine, suggestions on where to go and what to see and will even help you map your day if you like. The old house is very beautiful and it was very quiet and accommodating.
5 out of 5Very enjoyable stay for 6 nights
September 24, 2012
We had come to this part of Maine to sample the excellent lobster dishes to be had and were not disappointed in any way. We prefer to stay in B&B's when possible as they are so much more personal than other options. At Le Vatout we were delighted with the rooms, the hosts, the other guests and the exciting breakfasts provided. Dominika provided many options for our explorations and we took advantage of many of them. The garden is fascinating and has new insights with each turn of its labyrinth of paths. We have cooked with herbs for 41 years but at best our fresh herbs come from a grocery store and most come dried in a bottle. Dominika would leave her preparations of breakfast to go to the garden and cut herbs for that meal and she had a friend who brought freshly picked mushrooms to enhance the foods flavors. As foodies we were delighted and cannot wait until they decide to open a Bed&Breakfast&Dinner. Duck eggs are awesome and she has a keen respect for the potatoes she cooks and flavors. Oh yeah and the coffee is fantastic.
3.8 out of 5Great innkeepers, great breakfast
July 25, 2012
Several local spots were visited because the innkeepers recommended them: The Olson House (Wyeth paintings), Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, German cemetery, Morse Sauerkraut Farm. All worth the visit. A lovely backyard to sit at the of the day with a glass of wine and a book.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Dominika Spetsmann; Linda Mahoney
Innkeepers Description:
Dominika Spetsmann is a semi-retired education executive and writer. To Le Vatout she brings her unconditional love of people and her joy in cooking for them, infusing the flavors of her German childhood with the zest of her life. Linda Mahoney is a fine arts photographer and garden designer with an unsurpassed sense for the lyrical and the quirky.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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German
Resident Pets
1 Cat , 1 Dog
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Address
218 Kaler's Corner
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$85 - $145
Goldfinch
Warm and bright, with three windows, two of which let in the evening sun, the Goldfinch is on the ground floor, with a view of trees and evergreens. The bed, a beautiful mahogany four-poster family heirloom is a traditional full, but sleeps two people comfortably. A secretary of the same vintage invites you to pick up a pen, but it will tolerate your laptop, too. The room also has a huge walk in closet and an en-suite bathroom with a tub shower. It features art from three centuries and houses part of our personal book collection. Once you close the door behind you, we can assure you, relaxation will begin.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Double
Nightly RateCheck Dates
(High/Low Season)
$135/$100Chickadee
High above the "dooryard", the Chickadee gets an extra helping of fragrance wafting up from the roses growing right below. It is a small, charming room with old-fashioned built-ins and wide-pine floors and our most economical solution. It's quintessential Maine. This room is a favorite of guests traveling alone, although its two single beds can accommodate two people just the same. Like all of our rooms it features a library of "real" books from our personal collection and guests have been known to stay and read and nest; there is a childhood feel about this room... The Chickadee shares a bathroom with the Nuthatch right next door. Located across the hall, the bathroom is under the eaves, but it has a large, walk-in shower and a skylight right above the sink with a view of our signature twin-peaked spruce.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Beds 2 Twin
Nightly RateCheck Dates
(High/Low Season)
$95/$85Nuthatch
The Nuthatch looks down onto our gardens from its second floor perch. A charming room with old-fashioned built-ins and wide-pine floors, it's quintessential Maine. Add to that a large library of "real" books from our personal collection and you can imagine that some guests have found it hard to leave once they have nested here. This room has two single beds and features a beautiful antique arts and crafts desk, especially handy if you want to bring a laptop and use our wireless internet connection. The Nuthatch shares a bathroom with the Chickadee next door.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Beds 2 Twin
Nightly RateCheck Dates
(High/Low Season)
$110/$95Robin
The Robin is a writer's dream. Cool and cozy and on the second floor, it is the most private of our rooms. Its north-side window makes you feel as if you sit among feathery hemlocks. The Robin features a hand-carved desk - another family heirloom - and a comfortable chair with a reading lamp. A large library of "real" books can inspire the writer in anyone and makes the reader feel at home. The Robin has a contemporary queen-sized sleigh bed, a large closet and a private, en-suite bathroom with a shower stall.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Nightly RateCheck Dates
(High/Low Season)
$135/$100Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 4-8 pm Check Out: 11 am
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Minimum Stay: 2 days on weekends during July and August only
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Deposit Amount Required: We guarantee your reservation upon receipt of a 50% deposit.
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Cancellations: We're just a small B&B and cancellations can throw us for a loop. Please understand that if you cancel within fourteen days of your arrival date, you will be responsible for the full amount due - unless we can fill the room otherwise. All cancellations will also be subject to a 10% administrative fee.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Bring your own. We provide the glasses and the cheer.
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Drinks Available: No
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Children Allowed: The property is loaded with objects that are not child-safe.
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$85 - $145
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 18 Reviews
4.4 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
4.6 out of 5Wonderful, relaxed inn
October 10, 2012
We had a thoroughly delightful stay at Le Vatout. The inn is charming -- a typical Maine farmhouse from 1830 and totally unspoiled. The rooms are very comfortable and filled with books. The food was superb. Dominika prepared outstanding breakfasts with fresh food from the garden. Breakfast around the farm table in the sun-filled kitchen prompted wonderful discussions, much laughter and warmth. Linda and Dominika were more than accommodating and responsive to our needs. The gardens are gorgeous and the entire experience is the epitome of what country Maine is all about -- simple, relaxed, friendly and unspoiled. We highly recommend it!
4.4 out of 5Totally enjoyed!
October 05, 2012
Very centrally located to get to Camden, Rockland, lighthouses and state park. Since I was in Maine to enjoy the lighthouses, Dominika went out of her way to help me find all the ones in the area. She has places for you to dine, suggestions on where to go and what to see and will even help you map your day if you like. The old house is very beautiful and it was very quiet and accommodating.
5 out of 5Very enjoyable stay for 6 nights
September 24, 2012
We had come to this part of Maine to sample the excellent lobster dishes to be had and were not disappointed in any way. We prefer to stay in B&B's when possible as they are so much more personal than other options. At Le Vatout we were delighted with the rooms, the hosts, the other guests and the exciting breakfasts provided. Dominika provided many options for our explorations and we took advantage of many of them. The garden is fascinating and has new insights with each turn of its labyrinth of paths. We have cooked with herbs for 41 years but at best our fresh herbs come from a grocery store and most come dried in a bottle. Dominika would leave her preparations of breakfast to go to the garden and cut herbs for that meal and she had a friend who brought freshly picked mushrooms to enhance the foods flavors. As foodies we were delighted and cannot wait until they decide to open a Bed&Breakfast&Dinner. Duck eggs are awesome and she has a keen respect for the potatoes she cooks and flavors. Oh yeah and the coffee is fantastic.
3.8 out of 5Great innkeepers, great breakfast
July 25, 2012
Several local spots were visited because the innkeepers recommended them: The Olson House (Wyeth paintings), Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, German cemetery, Morse Sauerkraut Farm. All worth the visit. A lovely backyard to sit at the of the day with a glass of wine and a book.
5 out of 5A Unique and Wonderful Find
February 08, 2012
I discovered Le Vatout on a weekend trip to coastal Maine and was thrilled to find a warm, welcoming yet uniquely sophisticated inn with a mix of authentically down east and European atmosphere. Original museum quality art work adorn the walls of this beautifully restored country home. All the wonders of the coastal villages and natural scenic spots are just outside the door. Dominika's breakfast was truly unforgettable (try her painted eggs and beyond belief rhubarb preserves from their garden). Dominika and Linda are wonderful hosts who made my stay an unforgettable and delightful visit.
4.4 out of 5Wow!
February 04, 2012
As a Maine resident, I stayed just one night at Le Vatout in celebration of my winter birthday. I had picked this place over others in the mid-coast Maine region on a hunch that Dominika and Linda would provide an experience that is out of the ordinary. My intuition served me well. My soon-to-be wife and I loved our stay - the Robin room was warm, comfortable, and full of great reading material! It was a pleasure to view Linda's beautiful photography throughout the house, and Dominika's breakfast was a sensual feast to the mouth, nose, and eyes! But most importantly, Dominika and Linda are just great people - interesting, engaging, and fun. I felt like I was visiting with old, dear friends who had welcomed me into their home. I'll surely return!
4.8 out of 5A lovely home and first class meal
November 11, 2010
The hospitality at Le Vatout was warm and welcoming, and the food absolutely delicious. The home is lovely, the room charming, and the price cannot be beat. A++
3.6 out of 5Our weekend autumn stay at Le Vatout
November 01, 2010
What a wonderful, warm host (Domenica) and perfect location for seeing the mid-coast. Our room was fine-very basic but with a nice bed and good linens. The breakfasts were delicious. We really loved sitting around the kitchen island while Dominica chopped veggies and grated cheese talking with her and other guests about the hidden gems of the area-hidden restaurants, special walking trails and overviews left out of the guidebooks. What I wish the Innkeepers had at LeVatout- a sitting room for late night reading or writing with a desk, couch, etc. But we would return to LeVatout and just make sure we stayed out doing actvities until later in the evening.
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Location
Location Type
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Beachside
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Countryside
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Lakeside
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Mountains
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Oceanside
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Village
City - Portland
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Distance to city: 60 miles
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Directions to property:
• Take the Maine Turnpike / I-95 North to Portland and follow the signs to I-295 North. • Take I-295 to Exit 28 (Brunswick / Route 1). • Follow Route 1 for about 30 miles, passing through Bath, Wiscasset, and Damariscotta. • Once you see the Nobleboro Antiques Exchange on your right, it's 2 more miles. After a steep hill look out for the “Welcome to Waldoboro” sign on your right. • Right after the sign take a right onto West Main Street (unmarked) until you get to a blinking light. Take a left. Le Vatout is the second place on your right. Come right in. We'll be expecting you!
Airport
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Portland, ME (PWM-Intl. Jet Port) 65 miles
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Ocean
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Pemaquid Point and Lighthouse
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Farnsworth Museum 20 minutes north
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Less than 30 minutes to Camden and Boothbay Harbor
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Day trips to Monhegan Island
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Outlet Stores
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Ski area
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bicycles
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Bird watching
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Cross-country ski trails
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Fishing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Hunting
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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Painting
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Stargazing
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Writing
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Antiquing
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Photography
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Snow shoe trails
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Swimming
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Water sports
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Amenities
Type:
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Private Home Bed and Breakfast
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Bed and Breakfast
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Historic Inn
Property highlights
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Conversation and old-fashioned hospitality
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Gorgeous gardens, wild and romantic
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Hearty meals and uncommon flavors
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Economical rates
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Gay / Lesbian Travel
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Gourmet food
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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Copier
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Fax Machine
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Internet Service
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Wi-Fi
Guest room(s)
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In-room internet
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Desk
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Library
Other
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Storage for bikes and other gear
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Art throughout the house
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Hammock
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Huge, romantic garden
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Off-street parking
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: Between 8 and 9am
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Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area
Signature Dish
Painted Eggs
"Gemalte Eier". That's what Dominika's mother used to call them, eggs that have their yolks disturbed just enough so that they look as if they're painted. We like to serve them with a generous sprinkling of fresh rosemary and chunks of Prosciutto di Parma gently sauteed in butter and olive oil. Delicious with Aroostook whole wheat toast and perfect with slices of fresh heirloom tomatoes from our organic garden.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Gluten Free
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Vegan
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