Title: RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=92399494&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT ## Photo gallery for RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT ![Interior - RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT (Howland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92399500/92399494/733a491a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT (Howland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92399500/92399494/bbb09b6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT (Howland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92399500/92399494/bd4902eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT (Howland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92399500/92399494/w904h683x60y0-f26a3b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT (Howland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92399500/92399494/w906h683x60y0-e423adfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a secluded retreat along the Piscataquis River, just a 5-minute walk from your handcrafted yurt. Stargaze through the dome, then unwind in The Studio Cabin's peaceful space or cook up a storm in The Kitchen Cabin with culinary expertise available. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### RIVERSIDE OFF GRID RETREAT A 5-minute walk down a trail to a very private and secluded 1600 feet along the Piscataquis River. Hand crafted yurt made in New Hampshire boasts the beautiful dome to stare at the moon and stars. There is The Kitchen Cabin for cooking, The Garden Cabin (12x16 with a 4-foot covered porch), The Studio Cabin (14x28 with a 6-foot porch, a 4x6 double seater privy, a greenhouse, and a small natural foods shop all for your use. Meals can be provided by the owner who is a retired professional chef. The space The yurt is used as a bedroom suite. It has a queen size bed along with all of the necessary comforts of home. The 28x14 studio cabin can be used for whatever the guest chooses. Whether it be for more sleeping accommodations, office, crafting, teaching space, yoga, meditation, etc. The 12x16 Garden Cabin has a bunk in it for sleeping. The 12x16 Kitchen Cabin has all of the basic items needed for culinary creations including a professional chef if you so desire. It can also sleep 1 person in a pinch. The Feeding Friendzy is a natural food shop that can be used by the guests as often as they wish. Guest access Guests have full access to all buildings and food shop. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Oven - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry detergent ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126330000/126321800/126321777/640ddc9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Family Home w/ Seasonal Dock in Lincoln Lincoln - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=126321777&PinnedHotelID=126321777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117060000/117059200/117059194/edfdb3e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely Lakefront private 2-bedroom cottage with WiFi in Lincoln Lincoln - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=117059194&PinnedHotelID=117059194&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126260000/126251400/126251345/6d9400c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Narrows Lakeside Cottage Lincoln - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available $209 nightly $228 total Mar 13 - Mar 14 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-14&selected=126251345&PinnedHotelID=126251345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109080000/109074200/109074165/f9b0d0d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming apartment with 1 bedroom and AC, WiFi in Enfield. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the neighborhood Located in Howland, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Woodlawn Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penobscot River and Pleasant River. 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