Title: Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean! Riverfront vacation home with kitchenette and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101100000/101090700/101090685/3edb63df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101100000/101090700/101090685/29a3ca5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101100000/101090700/101090685/371d844b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101100000/101090700/101090685/55b49b49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101100000/101090700/101090685/72e9ccc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On a picturesque farm, The Guest House at Tripping Gnome Farm offers an inviting retreat with a gas fireplace and kayaks for exploring Kelsey Brook. Guests can unwind in the fire-pit or hike miles of trails from the backyard. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81680 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean! The Guest House at Tripping Gnome Farm is a light-filled and airy space featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a kitchenette, and a large open living area with a gas fireplace. A former barn renovated in 2022, the house is situated on our working organic farm and has access to several miles of hiking trails from the backyard. Guests here also have access to kayaks that they can use to navigate Kelsey Brook, which leads to the Haraseeket River. A fire-pit provides a cozy gathering spot for guests as well. Our quiet and idyllic farm property is located only 5 minutes from downtown Freeport, home of the L.L. Bean flagship store as well as a multitude of other outlet stores to satisfy everyone's shopping needs. Equidistant to the farm is Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park, filled with oceanside hiking trails, as well as Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment, a sustainable dairy farm which hosts educational and community programs. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,680 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115170000/115165600/115165570/ea8fa80b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious retreat with peaceful seclusion, Wifi, Patio & BBQ Grill Freeport - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=115165570&PinnedHotelID=115165570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74200000/74195000/74194909/24ba5374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront, Luxury, Spacious home in Freeport! 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Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Freeport, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Brunswick Golf Course and Gulf of Maine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Wolfe's Neck Farm and Wilbur's of Maine Chocolate Confections are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Freeport travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Freeport.dx180773) [View more Vacation homes in Freeport](https://www.expedia.ca/Freeport-Private-Vacation-Homes.d180773-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.85276%2C-70.06889&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ej_XHI0cNCdKdj4UTUyJecxRH7g=) Freeport, ME ### What's nearby - Harrington House - 7 min drive - 4.7 km - LL Bean Flagship Store - 8 min drive - 5.1 km - Wolfe's Neck Farm - 9 min drive - 5.0 km - Desert of Maine - 15 min drive - 10.1 km - Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park - 17 min drive - 7.5 km ### Getting around - Freeport Station - 6 min drive - Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 45 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive - ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪freeport high school cafeteria - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean!? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Beautiful farmhouse with hiking trails/kayaking. 5 minutes to town or ocean! located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Casco Bay, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mast Landing Sanctuary and LL Bean Flagship Store. Freeport Historical Society and Harrington House are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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