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Emmalyne

Hosted by Brenda · St George, Maine
2 sites · Tent · 2 acres
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Enjoy our 1825 Maine homestead; large back yard with woods, privacy too. Large river; hiking trail nearby, ocean beach about 3 miles away, attractive fishing village 5 miles away Pitch a tent in the yard or back woods, inside bath available 24/7. Outdoor shower available too. Rustic camping. This is our backyard and no real assigned camping spots. No vehicles allowed near sites. We can accommodate Rv’s and campers in the front driveway, as well. Can be noisy due to being right on the roadway. But this is right on the road, so Not suggested. Bicycle 3 miles to a sand beach, or half mile to the st. George river and; historic fort. Hiking trails, picturesque fishing villages nearby. Great backyard camping experience with picnic area and fire pit for use. Must have lights. We are not a campground. Please arrive before dark to set up. Great location for touring the area and attractions Please be sure to let us know your estimated arrival time the day you are arriving. This is our home and we must be home to show you around and let you in the bathroom, etc.
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Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
Please give an estimated arrival time on arrival day. Checkin Before 9pm This is our backyard. We Must be home for your arrival. Be sure you notify us of your eta. No designated spots. No lights in the yard, bring your lights. We have plenty of room under trees, or away from the road and house or in the woods. Its a great location. Near many local attractions, trails, beaches, lighthouses, etc. But no vehicles allowed on site only in parking area and no lights in the backyard. Mowed and maintained yard. Has an electric fence surrounding the garden, which you should avoid. There is a picnic table, chairs, benches and a fire pit with wood for your use. Outdoor shower as well as indoor restroom. Follow instructions or ask to use outdoor shower if unsure. Parking is limited, so pull close to other vehicles to assure everyone has a spot. Do Not back out into the street. Very busy fast roadway. No nearby neighbors, surrounded by brush/woods. Hilly and rocky yard but an enjoyable, peaceful spot for camping. House rules: 1. Be cautious of front door, it sticks and glass is fragile. Do not bang or swing shut. Close gently. 2. Wipe your feet before entering. This is our home and we use this restroom, as well. 3. Do not pee in the yard. Been a dry summer and our grass is drying up. 4. Prop the bathroom door open upon leaving, so we know it is empty 5. No Pets or Smoking anywhere on property or in your vehicle. 6. One tent/one vehicle per site reservation. 7. Extra large vehicles or trailers Must be preapproved. Maybe placed down the road to park for the night
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Site 1 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
Please give an estimated arrival time on arrival day. Checkin Before 9pm This is our backyard. We Must be home for your arrival. Be sure you notify us of your eta. No designated spots. No lights in the yard, bring your lights. We have plenty of room under trees, or away from the road and house or in the woods. Its a great location. Near many local attractions, trails, beaches, lighthouses, etc. But no vehicles allowed on site only in parking area and no lights in the backyard. Mowed and maintained yard. Has an electric fence surrounding the garden, which you should avoid. There is a picnic table, chairs, benches and a fire pit with wood for your use. Outdoor shower as well as indoor restroom. Follow instructions or ask to use outdoor shower if unsure. Parking is limited, so pull close to other vehicles to assure everyone has a spot. Do Not back out into the street. Very busy fast roadway. No nearby neighbors, surrounded by brush/woods. Hilly and rocky yard but an enjoyable, peaceful spot for camping. House rules: 1. Be cautious of front door, it sticks and glass is fragile. Do not bang or swing shut. Close gently. 2. Wipe your feet before entering. This is our home and we use this restroom, as well. 3. Do not pee in the yard. Been a dry summer and our grass is drying up. 4. Prop the bathroom door open upon leaving, so we know it is empty.
Campfires allowed
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Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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98% Recommend41 ratings · 24 reviews
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· July 2025
Tent ·
Site 3 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
I found Emmalyne to be a wonderful home away from home. The yard is very scenic with many well cared for perennial gardens, an orchard and a variety of birds. The owners are lovely, very involved with the town and shared their knowledge of hiking trails and interesting local events. St George’s coastline is stunning! I hope to return.
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Alice H.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
Tent ·
Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
There was lots of space to spread out, and choose from different spots in their backyard. The outdoor shower is a nice touch too!
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Marley F.
4 reviews
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· July 2025
Tent ·
Site 3 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Set up my tent in the expansive back yard, a mix of lawn with multiple well-kept garden areas. It's pretty hilly but I had no trouble finding a flat spot under a tree next to a picnic table. Bring your own table and chairs just in case because there aren't enough if 4 parties are there simultaneously. Slept well all three nights. However the traffic noise is surprisingly loud for such a rural area and doesn't really stop all night, just gets less frequent. It's a perfect location for me, close to Rockland, Tenants Harbor, Union, and Camden hills, the places I spend my time at when I'm in the area. Access to a real bathroom inside the house is a huge step up from some of the Hipcamps I've stayed at. Don't abuse the priviledge: treat it with respect, better than you'd treat your own at home.
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David C.
7 reviews
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· July 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
This location was amazing to camp at. The yard was maintained very well. There is also a full bathroom available. Brenda was a great host. We hope to see you next year!
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Michael G.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
Tent ·
Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Brenda’s land was easy to find, she provided specific instructions and was there to greet is and go over everything. Yard was beautiful with plenty of room. There is some noise from cars on the road that may bother some but no real issue for us, could put tent further back in yard to take care of this. Bathroom inside was convenient, would certainly stay again! Lovely place and area.
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Theresa M.
6 reviews
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· July 2025
Tent ·
Site 3 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Great spot for early morning trip to Monhegan Island. Nice flat area for my tent and an outdoor shower. Can’t beat the price for camping in midcoast Maine.
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James B.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
Tent ·
Site 3 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Très belle place! Très accueillant comme endroit ! Eau potable et toilette disposition !
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Audrey B.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
Beautiful spot in St. George!
Tent ·
Site 4 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
We loved camping on Brenda’s land! She has a beautiful yard that feels very comfortable and inviting. Brenda was very friendly and greeted us upon our arrival. The bathroom for use is right in through one of the doors and was clean and inviting as well. Highly recommend camping here!
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Abigail M.
7 reviews
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Tent ·
Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
A great, welcoming host with a beautiful property and easy drive to water (15min) and places to get food (8 min).
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Andrew H.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Beautiful private setting with a mi
Tent ·
Site 4 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
A beautiful, spacious, though mostly sloping area for camping with scattered level spots. The host advertises bathroom access, but I found the door locked at the time of my early departure.
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Gary Y.
2 reviews
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· August 2024
A great camping experience!
Tent ·
Site 1 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Brenda was a warm and friendly host who made us feel very welcome camping at her lovely place. Our only regret is that we had only one night that we could stay there since we were on a schedule!
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Adam D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Great location
Tent ·
Site 4 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
I was made very welcome and felt safe camping there in my tent which I put up in their beautiful green area with lovely gardens. Washroom and shower available. I very much enjoyed the short distance to St George for food and supplies as well as only about a 25min drive to the Monhegan island ferry.
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Maria G.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· July 2024
Beautiful!
Tent · With kids ·
Site 3 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
We loved our stay here. This backyard was exactly as described—with spacious and private pockets to put your tent, and outdoor shower, and indoor bathroom. Hosts were helpful and had insightful recommendations for what to visit in the area. I would definitely stay here again. It was a beautiful yard in a beautiful area!
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Suzanne M.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· July 2024
Loved this camp!
Tent ·
Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
This yard is stunning! The other campsites are far enough away so you don’t have to interact with each other. Brenda an amazing host who made us feel very welcome. Would definitely stay here again.
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Abigail T.
3 reviews
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· June 2024
Awesome
Tent ·
Site 4 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Fantastic place ! Beautiful backyard , not too far away for dinning options. Great hosts , warm and welcoming !
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Nancy D.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
Tent ·
Site 4 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
A lovely spot clearly loved by the hosts. Beautiful, old gardens among old Apple trees on a few acres. Land slopes a bit, but plenty of flatter sites to be found. Sun is early, but it warms everything up, fascinating an early departure. Real bathroom — as in, indoors — with plenty of charging options. Great bikepacking stop.
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Peter B.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· August 2023
Tent ·
Site 2 - Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Micheal and Brenda are great hosts. They provided useful recommendations for food and local attractions. They have a beautiful property. I will be returning.
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Gerald M.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
Tent ·
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
This was a great spot. The sites are in Mr. and Mrs. Smith's backyard. Mrs. Brenda gave us a tour and the best spots to set up our tent. She was amazing! The private bathroom/shower area was large and the astetics were gorgeous. You'll love it, I'm sure.
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Shaunice W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
camping by the garden
Tent ·
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
such a nice campsite!! the host was very kind and showed me around the property! you are able to set up anywhere behind the house! bathroom is provided inside and there is even an outdoor shower!
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Robert T.
52 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Highly recommend! :)
Tent ·
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Loved our stay! The yard is so big with a lot of more intimate spots and the house is super nice with a separate entrance and the bathroom is directly adjacent so it’s super convenient. Our hosts were so nice and welcoming couldn’t have ask for a better place to camp out in Rockland. We had the worst weather but the best hosts haha! Highly recommend!
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Maude C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Camping in the heart of Maine
Tent ·
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
We really loved staying at Brenda's and Michael's home! They were helpful, heartwarming, welcoming and their garden was beautiful.
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Michael V.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2022
Tent ·
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
Host was nice, good land and shower as well. Just a little expensive for someone’s backyard.
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Cameron A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2021
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
It was my first Hipcamp experience, I’m so happy! Welcoming, beautiful spot. Thank you!
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Karen W.
5 reviews
Recommends
· May 2020
Great trails
Emmalyne (The Historic Local Name)
I very much enjoyed my stay plenty of wide open space in addition to the nearby trails leading to ft George’s and the forest loop trail I will definitely be returning to explore some more!!
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Jack F.
5 years on Hipcamp

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St George, Knox, Maine, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Brenda S.

Joined in April 2018

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