ROOMS

Located in the heart of coastal Maine, the Bird’s Nest features four unique guest rooms equipped with high-speed internet and modern amenities. Each room—Virginia WoolfMary OliverJoan Didion, and Maya Angelou is named after a beloved writer and was selected and designed with her in mind.

The Mary Oliver features a King-size canopy bed and small writing desk, the Joan Didion has twin-over Queen bunk beds with a built-in twin-sized trundle, and the Virginia Woolf comes with a beautiful full-size bathroom complete with a stand-up shower and gorgeous copper tub. The Maya Angelou is a unique space, which includes an adjoined kitchenette and sitting room, as well as a pull-out couch and private entrance. The Bird’s Nest is also home to the Wendell Berry Cottage—a beautiful space overlooking the garden, which includes a Queen size canopy bed, and small kitchen and sitting area with a pull-out couch, and private bath.

The Bird’s Nest also includes a library, small gym and office area, outdoor patio and grill, large firepit and beautiful cedar sauna.

Less than a mile from the ocean, the Bird’s Nest offers single and tandem kayak rentals, and with the ability to sleep 16, it is a great spot for weddings, family reunions, and other events!

Laundry room, and storage space available upon request.

KAYAK RENTALS

The Bird’s Nest is also home to Blackwing Kayaks, which offers rentals for single and tandem kayaks. 

Single Kayak

$45/day $35/half day

Tandem Kayak

$55/day $45/half day 

The Bird’s Nest Bed & Breakfast is located in Friendship, a small lobstering town in the heart of coastal Maine. Situated in the center of town, the Bird’s Nest is in walking distance of the post office, general store, and public wharf, as well as Jameson Point Lobster Company, a beloved local eatery.  

Friendship is also known for its thriving arts community, and is home to many local artists and writers, including co-owner and writer, Charlotte Annie who hosts the writing workshop series, On the Edge.

And with the public beach less than two miles away, the Bird’s Nest is the perfect getaway for couples and families alike!