Dragonwood lakefront retreat surrounded by forest in Parkman Maine
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Dragonwood

ExpansiveSeclusion

18 acres and approximately 1,200 feet of private shoreline on Manhanock Pond. The Main House and Bunk House sleep 25 combined, with a separate two-person Airstream available by request.

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NOT A HOTEL

An 18-acre lakefront property with the Main House, Bunk House, a separate Airstream, a three-season Design Studio, and the Warrior Confidence Course. Whole-property stays include no other overnight guests; Dragonwood team members and daytime activity may still overlap.

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NOT JUST NATURE

Paddle from the dock, spend time in the three-season Design Studio, or take on the Warrior Confidence Course. What you do—and how much—is up to you.

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NOT JUST A VENUE

A wedding weekend with your closest people on-site. Lodging for 25 in the Main House and Bunk House, a separate Airstream by request, outdoor ceremony settings, and catering handled by Dragonwood.

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Manhanock Pond shoreline at Dragonwood with canoes and private dock

Leave the world behind

Canoes, kayaks, and a private dock on Manhanock Pond, with approximately 1,200 feet of shoreline to explore.

Dock chairs by the water at Dragonwood
Stone patio at Dragonwood overlooking the grounds
RESTORE

Find your center

Morning coffee on the dock, balcony, or patio. Afternoon quiet by the water. Evening stars without city glare.

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Friends gathered on the private dock at Dragonwood in Parkman Maine

Reconnect

Plan a family reunion or friends' gathering with two houses, lake access, and room for 25 overnight, plus the separate Airstream by request.

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CREATE

Create & play

Drawing, painting, beadwork, and all-ages projects in the three-season Design Studio, plus a Warrior Confidence Course with a warp wall, cargo nets, rings, and peg board. Do as much or as little as you like.

Guest crafting in the Dragonwood Design Studio
Guests exploring the Dragonwood grounds on a summer excursion
Hiking trail through the Maine woods near Dragonwood

Experience nature

Quiet shoreline, wooded paths, and changing views across Manhanock Pond. Wildlife sightings vary—part of the pleasure is seeing what turns up.

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GUEST REVIEWS

What Guests Say

"It really feels like an adult summer camp."

Lindsey, NYC
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"Pictures don't do this place justice."

Laura, Melrose MA
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"Seriously one of the most thought-out Airbnb's I have ever stayed at."

Aaron, Dallas TX
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Clear night sky with stars over Dragonwood in Parkman Maine

Made for memories

Compare the Main House, Bunk House, whole-property stay, and Airstream, then check the current booking details for the space that fits your group.

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Panoramic view of Manhanock Pond and Dragonwood property in Maine

This is

Grid-tied solar with a backup generator, lakefront space, and plenty to do. Old Maine character with practical hospitality.

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Tell us your dates, group size, and what you are planning. For weddings, reunions, or retreats, share the details that matter to your group.

Quick Answers

  • Main House and Bunk House sleep 25 combined; the separate Airstream sleeps 2 by request
  • Public guest and event season runs June through October
  • Approximately 1,200 feet of private shoreline on Manhanock Pond
  • Starlink internet is available
  • Event fit, layout, and current dates are confirmed with the Dragonwood team
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Or book on Airbnb / VRBO

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Pear Tree Trimming

Pear Tree Trimming

Seth trimming the pear trees. Annual trim before the buds come in. By late summer, they're ready.

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