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About the area

Sumner

Located in Sumner, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. The Willows Flea Market and Auburn Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Androscoggin Riverlands State Park and Worthley Pond. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oxford Plains Speedway or Hemond's Moto X Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Snow Falls - 19 min drive
  • Worthley Pond - 21 min drive
  • Mt. Abram - 35 min drive
  • Oxford Casino - 42 min drive
  • Sunday River - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 53 min drive

About this property

The Tortoise and The Mare self-keeping Inn~Peaceful or Playful~it's up to YOU!

Family-friendly farm stay in the mountains
At The Tortoise and The Mare self-keeping Inn~Peaceful or Playful~it's up to YOU!, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Snow sports gear, barbecues and books
  • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Tortoise and The Mare self-keeping Inn~Peaceful or Playful~it's up to YOU! have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • 2 bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

Property manager

laura falconer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Note from host: designated smoking area outside
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet friendly!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Outdoor only. Info at thetortoiseandthemare.com
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Tortoise Mare Self-keeping Inn peaceful or Playful it's up You
Tortoise Mare Self-keeping peaceful or Playful it's up You
Tortoise Mare Self-keeping Inn peaceful or Playful it's up You
Tortoise Mare Self-keeping Inn peaceful or Playful it's up You
Tortoise Mare Self-keeping peaceful or Playful it's up You

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tortoise and The Mare self-keeping Inn~Peaceful or Playful~it's up to YOU! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is The Tortoise and The Mare self-keeping Inn~Peaceful or Playful~it's up to YOU! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly farm stay is within 12 mi (20 km) of Worthley Pond, Shagg Pond and Snow Falls. North Pond and Androscoggin River are also within 20 miles (32 km).

The Tortoise and The Mare self-keeping Inn~Peaceful or Playful~it's up to YOU! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent hosts, property and location
Our hosts were above welcoming! Property was exquisite in space and ambience. Location was beautiful and drivable to all that Maine has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

c E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, very peaceful
Can't beat the views from the porch. Lovely walks all around the property. Host is attentive and thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie G., Trumbull, CT USA

Liked: Cleanliness
An Exquisite Property AND friends for life!
It is difficult to put into words how much we enjoyed our stay at The Tortoise and The Mare property. This place was built for us. We were traveling with two of our kids, 12 & 13, and 2 friends of ours along with me and my husband. It is difficult to impress my tweens but they were! We loved our private rooms and the attention to detail. Laura has so lovingly decorated each room and the entire house. My children especially loved spending time with the tortoise and the mare! Anyone with teenage kids know how difficult it is to get them away from their phones. But Chewy and Hartley put a spell on them. Watching our kids just walk around the incredible grounds or spend time staring into Hartley's beautiful, big, brown eyes made me feel like I was doing something really 'right' for my kids. We can't wait to come back and stay in the Containerminium. Laura and Steve are the most gracious, loving and open hosts. We are already planning our next trip! Friends for Life!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
We needed a place for a small family group to stay while in the area for our son's graduation from Hebron Academy. The Tortoise and the Mare was perfect for us. Beautifully decorated yet comfortable and homey, it was perfect for our needs. Everyone remarked at how nice their beds were for sleeping, a small but important detail. The large kitchen was great for our celebratory gathering. The vista of the hills from the closed porch and deck was a peaceful spot for coffee or a drink in the evening. Just a wonderful place to spend a few days with family. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place & People
Three generations of our family loved the Tortoise & Mare. It's a beautiful setting and was very comfortable. There was something for everyone. The kindness our hosts Laura & Steve showed us, put our stay over the top. They truly have the gift of hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic and cozy canin
Had a great time!

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Quaint, clean, spacious, charming.
We enjoyed the privacy and vastness of the property, and the quaintness and decor of the premises. The grounds were meticulously maintained as well. A perfect fit for me and my guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teri P.

Best vacation ever!
I could not recommend The Tortoise and The Mare more highly! amazing house, incredible views with so much space and privacy.Steve and Laura are beautiful people and excellent hosts-truly inspiring! Everything was PERFECT! Exceptional place to stay! Tess Northeast , USA
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

laura f.

Exceptional!!
After searching for the perfect place, we discovered The Tortoise and The Mare online and knew immediately that it was the place we would inevitably choose! The mountain views and large property delivered the natural, country setting we were looking for and the Inn itself made us feel right at home ~ we were in heaven! The decor is intriguing and the rooms are uniquely themed. Beyond the splendid setting though, which I can't emphasize enough, are a couple of exceptional character, who are a pleasure to meet and work with. Laura and Steve are down to earth, fun, caring, unique individuals who do a great job helping in any way they can to assure their guests are more than satisfied. We recommend The Tortoise and The Mare to anyone and everyone with no hesitation - WE LOVE IT !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

Rich E., Needham, MA

I paid for a house with no electricity. Would you?
Here was my experience, I had intended on leaving no review at all but the owner leaves me no choice. You’ll see why. We rented this property for two nights (the required minimum stay) to do some snowmobiling in the area. Due to a warm up the day before arrival a lot of the snow here melted, but that’s no big deal, we can just trailer up north for the day and come back to the farmhouse. However, within 5 minutes of our arrival at 1pm, the electricity went out (and most importantly the HEAT, it was 15 degrees and dropping into the negatives). The owners called the power company who gave a repair time of 3:15pm. The outage was widespread throughout the area. So we waited over 2 hours, and then by 4pm had to make a decision: If you were in a farmhouse in rural Maine, with no electricity/heat/light, and there was no certain time this would change, what would you do? We did what any halfway reasonable person would do-we left. I called the owner and advised that given the situation we would need to find other accommodations as this one was not legally inhabitable under Maine state law. As it turned out we could not find any nearby accommodations due to the power outage so we made the 3 hour drive home. The next day, I contacted the owner and requested a refund for the booking as the home was uninhabitable on arrival. The homeowner would only credit one third of the total, forcing me to pay (a censored amount of money because Home Away won't let me tell you) for a house that I couldn’t stay in (including a cleaning fee!!) The owner stated that it was because we “chose” to leave, and the power came back on later “that evening” Here’s the bottom line, most reasonable adults would shake hands and agree it’s too bad an unforeseeable circumstance like a power outage happened, here’s your money back, we’ll try again next time. But these greedy people are not reasonable. So if you choose to get involved with them, good luck, you’re on your own. You’ve been warned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018