Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn

Clean, fresh, updated, spacious room. I wish we could have checked in earlier to enjoy the swimming pool. It looked so nice and inviting with a beautiful view of the bay. Large property set on huge manicured property. Binoculars were provided in our room to view what might be in the bay. Crisp sheets for the comfy bed are always appreciated.

This is one beautiful property! Everything was absolutely pristine and well kept. The view from the room’s balcony was outstanding. We really enjoyed our stay! Our only complaint, and this is a personal preference, is the bed was SO soft… and that doesn’t work for either of us, so sleeping was a bit painful… but even with that, we’d likely go back. Really lovely in every regard!

My husband and I spent 3 nights at Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn in September. The rooms were spacious and nicely furnished, the grounds were beautiful and the view of the bay from the balcony was gorgeous. Each member of the staff was friendly and courteous. The Inn was conveniently located for our visits to Belfast, Camden, Rockland, Port Clyde, and Owls Head. I had hoped to see a sunrise from our balcony, but the mornings were cloudy. Instead, I walked to the water's edge the first morning to photograph the beautiful, foggy morning.

I have stayed here over 10 years. This September, I was hospitalized the day prior to my trip and was unable to fly. This was 3 days prior to my stay there and was told.....quite rudely..... that they had a strict no refund (they had charged the full price weeks prior) policy and proof of hospitalization, etc. ,did not matter. I then asked about a possible partial credit with the same response. The view is spectacular but I have taken my business elsewhere due to the customer service issues. Also, they need coffee pots in the rooms.

Beautiful place for a vacation, though very expensive. There was no person, including the front desk person in the whole building other than us. However, the property has been beautifully maintained, and the view from the room is so pretty.

Positive: Loved the setting with water views from every room and the grounds are so well kept. Each room is beautifully decorated and well taken care of. Negative: No

I think the best decision I made during the planning of my New England trip was to book the Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn. It's in a wonderful location in Midcoast Maine and about equidistant from Rockport and Rockland, ME. The room was spotless and spacious with a small deck overlooking their waterfront property and pool. The views of the surrounding areas were top notch and just what I was looking for as a tourist. The front desk staff were friendly as well and the cat on the property was nice to pet and see in the main office. I recommend this property wholeheartedly and if I return to Maine, I will try to stay here again.

Positive: Well decorated grounds (Halloween themed) in addition to clever ornaments in our room (sea related attributes). Negative: The price was on the high end probably because I booked the room too far in advance (although it was in the middle of foliage season).

Great Hotel right on the water. Cute room, nice accommodations, nice host. No coffee maker in the rooms. Lobby coffee available at 7:00 AM The sink faucet isn't the best- trouble with hot n cold combination. The bed was plush & comfortable.

What a delightful place to stay! Very quiet, nice rooms and beautiful landscape with unbelievable water views.

I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed my stay here. The grounds were very welcoming, as well as every employee that I came in contact with. The room was spacious, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. Not to mention, this is by far the cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in. I particularly appreciated the furnished balcony overlooking the bay and the seating area near the shore. My stay here was just the retreat I needed.

Might be one of the best hotel's I ever been at so far. Room is very clean with a nice balcony view of the water. The Staff there is very very nice. The only one disapointed thing about is that the pool is dirty

Beautiful property. Very clean and wonderfully decorated rooms. The view of the bay was perfect! We wished we were able to stay longer. By far the best hotel of our vacation!!

The Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn is the best deal around. The rooms and property are immaculate. The views can't be beat; the pool is delightful. We used to stay at a high priced resort just down the road. Then we realized we were paying for amenities that we didn't use.: spa, workout room, gift shop, concierge, pro shop, etc. Now we just stop by for a meal before heading back to the Inn and enjoying the serenity of this beautiful property.

Very cute little inn and beautiful view from your balcony! I wasn't a huge fan of the pillows but I'll just bring my own next time. Great location inbetween Rockland and Camden. The front desk cat is welcoming and adorable and the staff is very helpful! Super clean room with a huge handicap bathroom, mini fridge in the room, cold ac and a heated pool outside too. I would def come back.

Strawberry Hill What a warm and comfortable place. Our view from our ocean-view balcony was outstanding. The room was extremely comfortable, nicely decorated and clean. Pleasant, welcoming staff. The location is a short drive from Rockland with lots of eating options.

This place is such a find! We stayed Thanksgiving and the night after, and it was all decked out for the upcoming Christmas holiday (see photos). It was The Year of COVID (2020), so I called the owner upon arrival, as instructed, and he came over to meet me at the front desk and give me the key to our room. The property's delightfully friendly cat kept me company for the couple of minutes it took for him to run over. The property looks nothing like a motel, because there is an inside corridor which the first floor rooms are off of, rather than a row of doors facing the front-facing parking lot. It resembles a seaside estate more than anything. Another plus: EVERY room faces Penobscot Bay; no extra charge for waking up to a beautiful sunrise over the bay every morning! And because the property slopes down to the water, even first floor rooms are elevated a full story above ground level, a plus if that's a security concern for you. The first thing I noticed upon entering our room was how FRESH it smelled. Oftentimes, properties this near the water have a musty smell. Not here. I have traveled extensively for business over many years' time. This room and bathroom were literally the cleanest I have ever been in--anywhere! The balcony (with two chairs and a small table) overlooks the gardens and inground pool in the foreground, the bay just beyond. It exceeded any expectation I had for this little getaway trip. I cannot wait to return, hopefully in the summer when we can enjoy the outdoor amenities.

My wife and I saved and planned for a year for a 9-night vacation in Maine, including 2 days at Strawberry Hill Seaside for our 35th year wedding anniversary.. Unfortunately our flights to Maine were cancelled twice and we just could not physically get there. They refused to refund an over $300 deposit citing a 7 day cancellation policy. I understand that the owners are in business to make money. I would however thought that given the circumstances that a 50% refund or credit to stay another time would be reasonable. Maybe I'm wrong but their attitude just poured more salt in a nasty wound.... Thanks guys!

This place is pretty dynamite. It's directly off the street, but you feel a world away once you turn the corner onto the property. A note about the approach - there's a driveway for entering and another for exiting so watch out for exiting cars if you go in the wrong way. Fortunately, it's not a super busy place so you'll probably get away with the transgression. As you enter the property you'll immediately see the wonderful landscaping that features whimsical toadstools, a full-sized moose and a horse drawn conveyance. There's probably more if I'd taken the time to wander around and search, but what I saw made me smile right away. I was in the area at the beginning of January. The parking lot was plowed clear of snow and safe to drive on - not slippery or sloppy. When I entered the cozy office area the fellow behind the desk was ready for me - I may have been the only guest, but I'm not sure. I didn't see any other cars in the lot. The proprietor was attentive and friendly. Entering the room I was greeted by every form of nautical decoration. It was really cute and maybe kitschy, but overall I liked it. Everywhere I looked and in every corner there was some fun decoration, artwork or figure. The balcony overlooked the grounds and the water beyond - it was really nice. The binoculars worked too. The pool was not heated. In fact it was covered by a thin layer of ice and I wasn't into the whole polar bear thing so I let that go. The remote control for the TV didn't work. The TV was some brand I've never heard of (Speckter or something like that). I brought the remote to the office and with an exchange of batteries it functioned better, not great, but probably as good as it was designed to. There wasn't any "Do Not Disturb" placard I could put on the door nor any way to indicate that I'd save some water by not replacing the towels - I hung my towel over the shower curtain rail and it was replaced with a fresh one. The shower and tub functioned great and the water got hot quickly. There were light switches and a dimmer on the wall by the balcony door but they were obscured by a lamp placed directly in front of them. I moved the lamp so I could use the switches and when I came back to the room in the afternoon the lamp had been moved to obscure the switches again. A little weird. No coffee in the room, but the office has coffee - no decaf for those that like it unleaded. I made repeated trips to the office for some of that java until the carafe was empty - I drained it - and asked for more. The proprietor filled it right away and topped off my cup - no problem. When I visit the area again I'll put this place at the top of the list.

We stayed here for the second part of our honeymoon 7/26/19-7/31/19. The grounds are fabulous , the rooms clean, adorable and bed was very comfortable. So why only 3 stars? On our second night there we realized that my husbands c-pap mask and the the brown bag with handles it was in,that was near the small trash can was gone. The next morning my husband went down to the reception area and inquired about it, wether or not we could look through their dumpster for it. He was told by a man, of late middle age that "Absolutely no way was it thrown out. The maid would never throw out anything that was not garbage" He tried to explain that we weren't blaming the maid as it was in a bag near the can, we just wanted to look through the dumpster. Again the rude man stated "No,it's been taken away" meaning the garbage. We stay in hotels and inns all over the country and have NEVER been treated so rudely as we were by this man. I would like to state that the older woman who was on duty when we arrived late the night of 7/26/19 was VERY helpful in telling us where we could get a good meal and what places were still serving food at that hour ( 8-9 pm) Also, the woman who was there the next morning of 7/27/19 was also very nice and helpful as to what was the best breakfast in town. ( she was right! It was delicious) We had the feeling that this rude man may have been the owner or relative of the maid . Regardless you never speak to customers this way. You apologize and tell them you will look into it. We will go back to Maine as it is a gorgeous state, but we will not be staying here again.

Beware of the cancellation policy. I had booked a room for Saturday - Monday this weekend. My pet sitter had a family emergency, so I needed to cancel my reservation. A very condescending front desk staffer (or maybe the owner) explained they are still charging for one night. I explained that I would book for next weekend - still no flexibility. His justification was that it was too late for them to book my room. It's going to be 90 degrees this weekend, and they won't book that room? Yeah, right. I asked if my sister could use my reservation. The response was nope because I cannot sublet the room. This position is over the top unreasonable. I guess Strawberry Hill Inn only wanted to stiff me for one night!

This place is a gem. Very well maintained. The fantastic decorations were set up for Halloween. The staff is very good. Each room has binoculars. Our room opened out to a patio overlooking a beautiful lawn and meadow down to the water with islands and peninsulas to gaze at. I would go back in a second.

This was a very relaxing stay in the Rockport/Rockland area. We were able to book a room on the lower floor. You can walk around the building from the parking lot to enter your room from the backyard. Each room on the lower level has a small patio overlooking their spectacular landscaping and the cove. Each room has a few Adirondack chairs, which is the perfect companion when unwinding with a book, a glass of wine, or just absorbing your surroundings. The rooms themselves are exceptionally clean. They include a dorm-sized refrigerator, a set of binoculars, and toiletries (complete with a rubber ducky). The rooms also have an air conditioner though depending on the time of year, you may not need it. I never used the pool, but it looked quite nice and I was informed that it was heated. We stayed during the Maine Lobster Festival, so a three-night stay was required. Additionally, rates were a little bit higher. However, you are on the southern end of Rockport and are a short drive to the festival. It makes for a great weekend away!

This is a wonderful hotel. We just wrapped up our second stay there and are already scheming on how soon we can return. Enjoying the view from our private balcony, and the quiet setting and beautiful gardens provided hours of relaxation. The whole property is immaculate and brimming with pride of ownership. It's very special.

Such a great little place to stay, had a choice between this in and another one down the street and I have to say I'm glad I chose Strawberry! Would absolutely stay here again. They were so accommodating at the front desk since we drove from Jersey it got here really late very helpful. The binoculars were such a great touch and it's very homey in the rooms. The view is unbeatable. The only issue I had was there's a lot of tapping, and knocking noises which kept me up/woke me up.

LOVED this place! Very clean room, excellent view, beautifully manicured property, friendly proprietor. Price was reasonable too. Will definitely return! Highly recommend if you're planning to be in this area.

We only stayed here one night so we didn't get to take in the view for long. This was really too bad as the view is what catapults this place away from others in the area and makes it an even better value. They have beautiful landscaping everywhere and a welcoming atmosphere. At the front desk area you'll usually find Pumpkin the cat snoozing somewhere (she has her own book!). Everything at the inn had a seaside decor. The room was nice; queen bed, 2 club chairs, tv, vanity, iron, a/c, minifridge. Each room also comes with a pair of binoculars to help you take in the view which was an added bonus. All the rooms had either a balcony or patio area towards the view as well. I would definitely stay here again and maybe even set aside a little extra time to relax with some wine and just absorb the scenery.

From the moment we arrived until we pulled out we were impressed with the perfectly manicured lawn and view of the Penobscot Bay. The pool was heated to a comfortable temp. It was surrounded by a quaint white picket fence. There was whimsical yard art through out the gardens. The room decor was coastal and a bit dated. The room space was adequate. There wasn't much surface area for personal items. No coffee pot but coffee available in the lobby. Only a dorm size frig. The beds slept well with an adequate number of pillows. Unfortunately the blankets in the bed were not sufficiently wide enough to cover 2 during the night. There was good water pressure in the shower but the temperature was inconsistent. The office staff was very personal and informative. At $350/night we expected more luxury.

I read a lot of reviews prior to coming to this place and it got great ratings! My boyfriends parents highly reccomended it as well. We thought coming in the off season would be a good thing as well since both of us weren't in the mood to hang out with anyone else and just get away and enjoy Maine. Overall the place was great! The view from the room was fantastic. Each room has a private balcony overlooking the grounds and the ocean. Plus there is a little trail down to the shoreline where they have Adirondack chairs set up to hang out. Awesome. The room was really really clean and well kept as well which I totally appreciated. The only issue we encountered was our first night there was some pumping going on upstairs that woke my boyfriend up - he's a light sleeper and I sleep like a rock normally. The banging was so loud that it sounded like someone was banging to get into our room. We found out the next morning what it was but overall it freaked us both out. I guess that's what we get for staying during the off season! lol. The price was right as well. I'd totally come back - just in the summertime. :-)

We stay here every single time we go to Maine, as does my family. It's very clean, large room and the view is amazing. We have stayed on every level of the hotel, there are three. We like the 2nd level the best. Each room has the wonderful view of Clam Cove. The grounds are very large and kept very well. You can walk down to the water or just sit on your balcony and watched from afar. You see sailboats and even from a distance lighthouses. They have binoculars with each room to use while you are there. We have gotten some amazing pictures from this location. Our room, 209, had a king sized bed, a mini fridge and a large sitting area. The rooms on the 2nd floor are actually level with where you park which was nice for luggage. They also have a heated pool with a lot of area to sit poolside. The landscaping around the pool is quite amazing. The turndown service was very nice and left plenty of fresh linens for use. The rooms were very clean, and of the five times I've stayed here they were very clean every single time. We actually stayed during a time where it was constantly full, no vacancy. The service was prompt and on point every time. Check out couldn't have been easier. The one "complaint" I have is I wish it was easier to make a reservation. Perhaps online. Also to note, no pets area allowed, no exception. We do not have animals but if you do then do not stay here if you have them with you.

This was an amazing little spot for a short getaway. Two of us stayed two nights for a reasonable price compared to many other places in the area. When we arrived we were greeted by a kind lady and an adorable lobby cat. Every morning there was regular and decaf coffee available in the lobby. We asked for the best places to eat, sandy beaches, rocky beaches, and they always had the right answers. The balconies make great morning coffee and evening wine spots. The rooms are clean and comfortable. We slept great but were woken up by the bathroom fan making a ticking noise a few times, nothing too bad though. Noticed the hair dryer didn't work (or we didn't use it right) but forgot to mention it upon leaving. It was well decorated in the room and there was even a cute rubber ducky to greet us in the shower. The Inn is close to Rockland and Camden, both small towns with a lot to do. We would recommend it to anybody who doesn't have a pet with them. We will be back again when we can make it back this way.

What a wonderful place! The room was impeccable, the view of the ocean was out of this world and the rate was reasonable. The place was all decorated for Christmas so we felt like we had arrived at the North Pole. Our stay was fantastic. The room was spotless and well appointed. Definitely will visit again.

My husband is military and we travel and stay in many hotels. This was one of the greatest hotel experiences we have ever had!! The staff was extremely friendly and the grounds of the property look as if you are staying in a painting. The hotel is situated on top of a picturesque hill overlooking Clam Bay. Strawberry Hill is placed right between two very cute towns; Camden and Rockland. The rooms have so much character and are extremely clean. Very very family friendly. Dana the owner takes care of everything and anything. They even brew fresh coffee in the lobby every morning. I would recommend Strawberry Hill to anyone visiting Maine!

ALthough the hotel was fine, I had to cancel one night of my stay(a THursday). I called them Monday, which covered the 3 day notice they required. THey said fine, then after I hung up they called and left a message saying there was a two night minimum for the conference I was attending. I had NOT been told that when I booked the reservation. although they tried to rent my room that Thursday night, they were unable to, so I had to pay for the room even though I did not use it and checked out early Thursday morning. I find it unfortunate the two night minimum was not disclosed in my communications from them.

This place radiates charm. Trish was entirely helpful during the process for a special request we had. While she did not have an exact room that would work for our party, she made sure to give a room that would help our situation out the best. From the friendly rescue cat to the resident woodchuck...you will see a variety of animals. The showstopper is the view of the bay in the back. Gorgeous well-kept grounds that lead you to the shoreside. Rooms were immaculate. The only downside was my pillow (which is only because my preference is for a firmer one). A delightful place to stay.

Diamond in the rough! New room interior, exceptionally clean, unexpected views & outside balcony. Park-like setting behind hotel, walk to waters edge, sit & relax oceanside or have a picnic. Terrific value! Refrigerator in room...the only items missing were a coffee maker and pen & paper! :-)

Very clean and comfortable. Recommend that if you are older and have heavy luggage request lower level room. Price was right and views wonderful. Close to Rockland and other small Maine communities.

This is my favorite hotel I've stayed at in the whole country. Friendly staff, super clean rooms, beautiful view, affordable rates.

Worst place! If you want to have fun don't visit this place!!! Manager and the whole staff is super rude! Place not great!! They humiliated us! Kept yelling only becos we had kids!! and they couldn't charge us!! Manager should learn to talk and teach to the staff! Super disappointed! Not kids friendly! If you have kids then you are treated badly more :(

Awesome seaside inn! A cute place to stay with access to a small beach and a pool. The grounds are impeccably landscaped and it is so peaceful and quiet. They have Adirondack chairs overlooking the water with umbrellas which is a great place to have your morning coffee or read a book in the afternoon.

The place itself is OK the but the staff rude and very unprofessional they told us that we could bring a grill and do whatever we wanted on the grounds as soon as we paid for the rooms that story changed completely constantly harassed by the staff pre judging us because we are on motorcycles definitely not a motorcycle friendly place to stay.

Beware of the hotel's misleading cancellation policy! When we made the reservation (by phone), we were told that the cancellation policy was 72 hours, but when we called 74 hours in advance of check-in time, we were told that we were too late and that the hotel would penalize us by charging us for one night stay. An extremely rude staff person told us we should have cancelled by midnight the night before in order to receive a refund. We then checked the fine print in the confirmation email and noticed that the policy has a very UNUSUAL way of counting hours. Unlike other hotels, this hotel does not count the day of check-in towards the 72 hours. Although the fine print provided a clue that the cancellation policy wasn't actually 72 hours, days, the information that we had originally been given over the phone seemed clear enough that we didn't think we needed to scrutinize the fine print. We have stayed at this hotel for many years, and we were very disappointed that they would charge us $200 for a simple misunderstanding---one which they caused by creating such a confusing policy. The policy should state what it actually is--4 days.

Cute nautical decor and very clean. Amazing view from the balcony. I think all the rooms have this. Beautiful landscaping and they had festive, funny Halloween decorations out. You can walk around on paths by the ocean. It was very quiet and convenient to all the surrounding towns. A lovely area.

This small hotel is clearly owned or run by a gardener because the landscaping is simply gorgeous! Beautiful flower beds, lots of open space, and an abundance of Adirondack chairs give hotel guests plenty of opportunity to get outside and enjoy a stunning view of Glenn cove. Hotel has paths cut through a meadow to the beach. The beach has plenty of chairs and even kayaks for guests. Rooms are small, but well appointed, are in excellent repair, and are clean, clean, clean! The hotel staff are very friendly and helpful. The pool out back is wonderful.

We have stayed here at least once a year for the past 10 years. When we walk into our room it feels like we have come home. This place is very clean and neat, quiet, even though it is located near a busy highway, has a spectacular ocean view, a lovely heated pool, beautifully landscaped gardens and a very dedicated owner/staff. We like that there is a small refrigerator in the room and if you need coffee in the morning, it is in the reception area. There is a large lawn area in the back with adirondack chairs and umbrellas so you can sit and relax near the shore. The Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn is totally convenient to all that Mid-Coast Maine has to offer. We will stay again next summer!

My husband and I live locally and had booked a room as a "stay-cation" away from our kids. The weekend we had booked, Rockport and the surrounding towns received 10 plus inches of snow and we called to cancel, as we could not get out of our driveway. The hotel staff was fantastic- they not only graciously allowed us to reschedule but honored the price we had booked at through an online travel site. There are not many hotels that would have done that. The room was on the first floor but still had a balcony and a beautiful view of the harbor. It was spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. We found the staff friendly and there was a definitive Maine attitude to the place. The one thing that was missing was an in room coffee maker- they offer a mini fridge but have only regular coffee in the lobby. My husband drinks just decaf, so I was up early making the 2 minute drive down the road to Dunkin Donuts,lol. On the whole, a very positive experience we'd be happy to repeat again soon!

My husband and I spent a night at this lovely inn. I love discovering unique places like this gem and highly recommend it. The grounds have beautiful gardens and the rooms are well appointed and comfortable. The desk clerk was welcoming on check-in and offered helpful suggestions about the area. On checkout, I met the owner and told him how much we enjoyed our stay at his beautiful inn.

Everything about our stay was perfection. The room was spotless, clean, comfortable, and quiet--in fact, it felt like everything was brand new. Every detail was considered--you can tell that the owners take great care of the property and the rooms. From the rubber ducky on the shower ledge to the charming decorating to the beautifully kept grounds, free and easy to access wifi, Strawberry Hill was the perfect tonic for a vacation. The views from the rooms are pretty amazing too. Would definitely come back.

We chose this location for a mid October stay based primarily on the Yelp reviews and Hotel website. Other reviewers have said it better than I can but my wife and I had a problem free 5 night stay and would not hesitate to stay here again if in the area. Unlike lots of websites, the photos and description of this location actually understate just how beautiful it is kept. We wondered how much effort they must put into the landscaping to keep it so nice. Note that there are 3 stories but the middle one is at ground level. We stayed on the upper level which required carrying luggage up a flight of stairs. Not sure how normal it is but we saw several foxes from our balcony while watching the harbor. There are also bird feeders and I would guess there are lots of birds to see during the Summer.

Booked this hotel by mistake. Thought it was in Massachusetts instead of Maine. Called to cancel and was told by the receptionist that we might have to pay for the night's rate but that she would talk to the owner to see if we could get the fee waived. The receptionist encouraged us to go ahead and go online and officially cancel the reservation, which we did. The next day, we called back to see what the owner had said. We were abruptly told that we would not be getting our fee back. So it looks like they wanted us to officially cancel online, maybe hoping to open it back up for someone else to rent. We were given false hope that we be refunded. I would have preferred that you did not do that.

What an awesome place! Beautiful gardens, beautiful view and immaculate, adorable rooms!! One of the cleanest places ive ever stayed ! We will be back soon !!

Nice hotel. Rooms are clean and nice. Grounds are very nice and the views are great. The little old lady at the desk is anything but sweet. Takes a lot away from the experience when you have a grouch at the check in desk.

Great value in a quiet, picturesque location. Gorgeous grounds and ocean view!

Cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in. Room was spacious. Nicely decorated. Grounds are gorgeous. Relaxing to walk around or sit and enjoy the spectacular views from the Adirondack chairs with a book and glass of wine. Heated pool was great! Staff very friendly and accommodates your every wish. Will definitely be staying there again.