Captain Hugo's Guesthouse is one of the surviving original homes in Rockland, ME. It has stood for nearly 200 yrs and has a fascinating history. The guest room where you are staying was the subject in an Edward Hopper watercolor titled 'Mrs. Acorn's Parlor'. The painting is on loan to MOMA and was the private property of Abbey Rockefeller. The gardens on the property have been evolving for 20 years and include some native species. Our guests have always commented how quiet and peaceful their stay is for an in-town property that is right next to a busy tavern. The king bed is comfy and we try to think of what guests may want without cluttering the room too much. There are other occupants at the back of the property who also serve as hosts, so if there is anything a guest needs that they don't see in the room, just ask. We probably have it. The front entrance and foyer is for the guest suite only, so feel free to utilize it during your stay.

We are always excited to 'show off' Rockland to travelers, especially if they have never been to this part of the country. There is no place more beautiful than coastal Maine and to be able to share that with travelers is magnificent! We (myself and the other hosts) all pitch in to make your experience heartfelt and cozy. Even though it is a contact free rental, feel free to say hello if you see one of us puttering about. I've been a landscape designer for over 20 years and am excited to return every summer to spend hours working in the yard at Captain Hugo's. The guesthouse's name is derived from a very large, very dramatic (now deceased) Maine Coon cat that once ruled the property. There are a few pics of him in the foyer. The art galleries in town are another favorite of mine and the other hosts and love to hear of guests discovering their diverse offerings

Walk to the end of the street and enjoy all that Main St has to offer in its array of unique boutiques, fantastic restaurants, art galleries (Rockland is the 'Arts Capital' of Mid Coast Maine) and many other places to see. Also within walking distance is the Farnsworth Museum and Homestead, the Wyeth Center, Harbor Park where big ships can be seen. There is a lighthouse museum on the way to the Harbor as well. Lermond's Cove is home to several of the famous Windjammers that grace Rockland. There is a working waterfront at the end of Tillson Ave. The south end of town has a Steam Museum and a park. If you want a longer walk, you can reach the Breakwater and Rockland Lighthouse on foot, but if you prefer to drive there is a parking area. A short drive will take you to Owl's head Lighthouse, Owl's Head Transportation Museum, Marshall's Point Lighthouse, the Olson House, Camden and Rockport. Chickawaukee Lake is right behind Rockland as well as several beautiful hilly towns that include Hope and Union.