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Connected by a trolley service, the historic Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast once hosted Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. Moody and The Foot bridge Beach in Ogunquit is 1.8 km from the property. Rooms at this property are equipped with a cable TV and seating areas with a sofa. Some rooms feature views of the garden. A breakfast and newspapers are offered to guests every morning. The property also has an outdoor pool and towels. The Ogunquit Museum of American Art is 3.3 miles form the property and Wonder Mountain Fun Park with mini golf and games is 810 metres from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

American

Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Wells
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Patrick is a great host and the guest house is really well placed to explore Wells, Orgunquit and Kennebunkport. The house is obviously loved and decorated beautifully as well as having a great ambience. Breakfast was a joy both in terms of the...
  • Fleur
    Australia Australia
    The property has such charm in its history and furnishings. The room was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. We appreciated access to Cable T.V. Breakfast was delicious! Thankyou Patrick!
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous welcoming host who couldn't do enough for you. Excellent breakfast
  • Rose
    United States United States
    Patrick cares a great deal about the property and the guests’ experience. The breakfast was creative and special. The beds were very comfortable.
  • Gregory
    Canada Canada
    Lovely place !!! Really enjoyed our stay here. The B and B was great, our host Patrick was very engaging, and helpful with advice on how to navigate the summer crowds and enjoy the beautiful Ongunquit Beach. Highly recommend !!
  • Jean-gaël
    France France
    excellent host. local breakfast served every day. many good tips also received to help us enjoy our days in Maine!
  • Jeremy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful old house and equally beautiful guest room with many of the original features. Host was very attentive and made us feel very welcome. Also gave some great recommendations on where to eat and visit. Delicious home made breakfast each...
  • Lisa
    United States United States
    Gorgeous interiors respectful of this historical property yet offering all the comforts and conveniences of today. The innkeeper Patrick is the the perfect host. His breakfast creations are delicious and the coffee is great. If you are anywhere...
  • Sharon
    United States United States
    The property has immaculate landscaping & beauty to the historic surround. Interior w/ lots of character & charm. Clean, down to the finest details. Close to beaches and downtown.
  • Laura
    United States United States
    Our stay was fantastic! HGH is a beautiful B&B with a classic New England feel. The room was clean, comfortable, and beautiful. The bed was comfortable, and we slept beautifully. The location was very close to the beach (within 15min walk) and...

Property questions and answers
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  • Can you tell me what a external bathroom means? Is that outside the room? Thank you

    Yes it is in the hallway but only used by that room
    Answered on 15 May 2021
  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?

    You can walk to the beach, drive or take a trolley.
    Answered on 25 February 2020
  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?

    There is a trolley to the beach available right next door to our property. It costs $2 each way and runs every 15 minutes.
    Answered on 25 February 2020
  • Are any of these rooms on the first floor? Husband unable to do stairs?

    The Roosevelt room is on the first floor
    Answered on 11 June 2021
  • Hello is this shared bathrooms? Thank you

    All the baths are private
    Answered on 11 June 2022
  • Do any of the rooms have a private bathroom in the room? I’m interested in the king room.

    Yes all but one of the rooms have private baths in the room. The King room has a private bath in the room.
    Answered on 21 February 2022
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Managed by Patrick Owner/Operator

Company review score: 9.9Based on 232 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Patrick was born and raised in New England. He spent his childhood in North Andover Mass. and went on to graduate from Boston University. He spent 5 years in California where he earned a Masters's degree from San Francisco State University. Patrick has worked in Digital Marketing for the last 25 years and lived and worked in Manhattan.

Property information

Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast was built in 1814 by Nathanial Littlefield. In 1931 Marjorie Waak. Mrs. Waak began running the federal colonial as a bed and breakfast and through out the years famous guests such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Cary Grant and play write Richard Widmark have all stayed here. Our rooms all have modern amenities but still hold the charm of an 1814 Federal Colonial so you feel as though you have been taken back in time but with all the modern conveniences of today.

Neighbourhood information

We are located in the Moody section of Wells, Maine on the Ogunquit line. We are on the Ogunquit and Wells Trolley routes also which will take you to the beaches, Perkins Cove, Ogunquit Village, Marginal Way to name a few. Casual and fine dining starts next door and continues for miles. Art galleries and antique shops, book stores and nature are also abundant in the area. There are beautiful beaches, many great restaurants of different cultures, the Ogunquit Play House, the Marginal way and even a bit of night life for dancing and socializing!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Barber/beauty shop
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoor swimming pool
    • Seasonal
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 17:30
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
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    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note, children under 12 years of age cannot be accommodated.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast

    • Check-in at Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Guests staying at Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • American
    • Room options at Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast include:

      • Double
    • Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Evening entertainment
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Swimming Pool
      • Beach
    • The prices at Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast is 3.1 miles from the centre of Wells. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from Holiday Guest House Bed & Breakfast. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.