SEAL HOUSE REVIEWS

“If you’re considering a visit to Lubec, we highly recommend Birgitte’s beautiful, cozy, and funky cottage overlooking the sea! Not only is it situated amidst the spectacular natural beauty of Maine’s Bold Coast, we felt pampered by the many amenities including luxurious bedding, a fully stocked pantry, a savory cheese board upon arrival, an outdoor fire pit and more!”

— Elizabeth, November 2022

“Birgitte's place was fantastic. We were super grateful they were able to host us at the last minute when we encountered an issue with crossing the border. Birgitte's place was a beautiful, relaxing location to hang out while our immigration situation was resolved. Thank you!”

— Lisa, October 2022

“Seal House was perfect for our first adventure to the northern most coast of Maine. The cottage is beautifully furnished and decorated with the owners personal collections. Birgitte has thoughtfully equipped the kitchen with everything needed to prepare meals including extensive sets of cookware, appliances, dinnerware, spices, and a well stocked pantry. The cheese platter and wine awaiting our arrival was delightful after a long day of travel. The bedrooms were very comfortable and the themed décor in each was so much fun. The living room has two very comfortable leather sofas and a gas fireplace/stove that quickly warmed the cottage on the chilly fall nights.
We enjoyed preparing dinners at Seal House while listening to the owners extensive collection of records.
Views from the house and back yard were beautiful and we enjoyed breath taking sunsets each night.
Most important was Birgitte’s attention to every detail. She answered our many questions promptly and provided wonderful suggestions for daily excursions. We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Birgitte and John and look forward to returning next summer to join John on a whale watching and wildlife tour.
Seal House is a delightful gem in a majestic area of northern Maine! We highly recommend it!!”

— Kathleen, October 2022

“There was nothing about this rental that was ordinary or just ok. This house was extraordinarily and impeccably stocked and maintained. The view, location, organization, amenities, and service was like nothing I have ever experienced with an Airbnb. Birgitte has set the standard for me. Thank you.”

— Jeff, September 2022

“Crazy good experience. By far the best stocked and well outfitted home I've ever Airbnb'ed. So cool how Birgitte and John are so ridiculously generous in sharing precious things like musical instruments and a to-die-for vintage vinyl record collection. Totally pampered, there were fresh cut flowers, beverages, snacks, iPhone chargers everywhere you look- the attention to detail is unmatched. We had perfect September weather, which was the only thing that could possibly have dragged us outside of our blissful utopia at Seal House.”

— Buzz, September 2022

“Seal House is an incredibly special place. If you're thinking of booking a stay here, I'm telling you honestly--do it!! It's even better than it looks.

The house itself is lovely in a million ways. It's warm and cozy and it has the incredible hundred year old house vibes that make you feel transported the moment you walk in the door. (Within a few hours of arriving, I had extended my own visit from 2 days to 6!) What's miraculous is how Birgitte and John have managed to retain that old-house authenticity in the course of their flawless but unobtrusive renovations and restorations.

The whole house is immaculate. It's cleaner than most hotel rooms I've seen, and yet there's nothing sterile about it. Birgitte and John have an impeccable sense of style and hospitality, and you can see their thoughtfulness in every nook and cranny. Luxurious bed linens, phone chargers on the nightstands, cold drinks in the fridge. You can have an amazing rainy day just hanging out in the music room, listening to old records. All the love and care that's been put into this house elevates the quality of the time you spend there.

Birgitte and John are perfect hosts. They were always available and nearby if I needed anything--they actually went way above and beyond, including picking me up when I ran out of gas a few towns over--but I always had a sense of complete privacy on the property. I actually wish I could have spent more time at the house during my stay, but the town and the landscapes and adventures were all so alluring I couldn't stay put. But at the end of each day, I always looked forward to returning to Seal House, which always felt like home.”

— Dana, August 2022

“This was the best Airbnb experience! Birgitte and John were amazing host and it was a pleasure to get to meet them and discover their wonderful house. The view and the location are just breathtaking and the house itself so welcoming and comfortable. Not only it is beautifully renovated and decorated, it also has all the comfort and amenities one might need. We would love to stay there again!”

— Julien, August 2022

“We loved it! The host went above and beyond to make our stay perfect and it was.”

-Frances, August 2022

“Thank you, Birgitte and John, for an unforgettable visit to Lubec!”

— Leah, August 2022

“We absolutely loved our stay ! The house is truly special, both design and location, and it has everything you may need. Hosts are very friendly and very accommodating. Best place to stay in Lubec !”

— Ekaterina, July 2022

“Birgitte & John were absolutely fabulous host! The house is amazing! Our favorite was the Music room lots of instruments & records! You can enjoy a breathtaking view from the backyard any time of the day! Sunsets were perfect! Located in the heart of Lubec you can walk anywhere! The house is fully stocked! We booked this last minute Brigitte was quick to respond, very accommodating! I needed a blow dryer and the housekeeper delivered it within mins! Couldn’t ask for a better experience here while visiting Maine! So happy to be her first guest!!! We will definitely be back :)”

— Chelsea, June 2022