Welcome to A Friend's Place

    In 1892 Pierce and John Wheeler built an imposing Queen Anne Victorian home on the newly opened Porter Street. Through the years and several owners it became something of a faded rose but the original craftsmanship and stately spirit of the home remained.

    Renovations were begun in 2002 and today the original elegance once again welcomes you in sunny sitting rooms and quiet, comfortable bedrooms.

    Located in the foothills of western Maine, we are the perfect location for first-time visitors who want to explore the Great State of Maine or seasoned "Maine-iacs" who want to divide their time between the coast and the mountains.

    Whether your interest is winter-time skiing or snowshoeing, summer-time hiking, canoeing, kayaking or swimming, gem and mineral collecting or just relaxing, A Friend's Place is the perfect base. Sunday River, Mt. Abram and Lost Valley ski areas are all close by as is the White Mountain National Forest. There are several lakes and ponds nearby and the Little Androscoggin River is only a couple hundred yards from our door.

    Traveling on business? We are located in the Oxford Hills of Maine and are close to Lewiston/Auburn, Bethel, and Portland. Wireless broadband connections are available in all rooms so you can stay in contact even while you relax in your private suite.