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The Story
A Place to Heal, Relax, and Rejuvenate
The Dragonwood story begins with a vision to share our family's happiest place on Earth. We love Maine, and we want everyone to experience the Maine we know: the simple life. Wake up to the sound of loons on the pond and fall asleep to the coo of owls. Eat seasonally grown organic produce grown right on the property.
We're passionate about creating spaces for play, healing, and growth that encourage guests and wildlife alike to return to a natural habitat.
Book Your StayThe People Behind
Carrie Reed
Concierge & Director of Operations
Carrie is often mentioned by name in five-star reviews. She oversees the property, helping create the kind of memories people come back for. From grocery pickup to your wedding day flow, Carrie and her team manage the details so you can stay present with your people.
Seth
Jack of All Trades
Seth keeps the outdoor equipment running, the trails clear, and the Warrior Confidence Course in shape. If something needs doing, he is usually already on it. He is a big part of why the outdoors here feel ready the minute people step out the door.
Frank
Maintenance & Infrastructure
Frank keeps the systems underneath Dragonwood working year-round: solar, generator, plumbing, structures, and the fixes nobody notices unless they stop. He helped build much of what guests now use, from the Main House addition to the course infrastructure. When the property feels solid and dependable, a lot of that traces back to Frank.
Nicky
Landscaping & Gardens
Nicky shapes how Dragonwood looks and grows through the seasons, from the gardens and orchard to the flowers and walkways guests notice first. She plans what gets planted, what gets harvested, and how the grounds feel month to month. The first impression people get when they arrive starts with her.
What We Believe
Escape
Leave the noise, the screens, the schedules. Dragonwood is designed to help you decompress.
Reconnect
A place for gathering. Families, teams, couples, friends. Come together around fire, food, water, and nature.
Make Memories
Make memories here through simple moments, shared time, and hands-on experiences.
Authenticity
Old Maine authenticity with practical hospitality. No pretension. Real Maine. Solar power, garden-grown food, honest people.
How We Got Here
From a piece of land on a pond to 18 acres of shared experiences. Here's how Dragonwood grew.
The Beginning
A close-knit group purchased 18 acres on Manhanock Pond in Parkman, Maine, with a vision to build a place worth sharing.
Main House & Bunk House
The Main House rises from a local-built lower level into three stories of stone, wood, and a treehouse-style top floor. The Bunk House follows with sixteen beds and a balcony built for stargazing.
First Booking
September 4, 2021. The very first guests arrive at Dragonwood. The first five-star reviews follow shortly after.
Generator Upgrade
A larger backup generator replaces the original, ensuring reliable power on cloudy days and during peak use.
The Warp Wall Goes Up
The Warrior Confidence Course gets its certified Warp Wall. Cargo nets and the rest of the course follow, and kids and adults have been testing themselves on it ever since.
The Pavilion
Thunder Hall takes shape. A covered pavilion for weddings, reunions, and gatherings of up to 100.
The Gallery
A 12-by-20-foot meditation space with foam floors and mats. Yoga, breathwork, quiet mornings.
First Documented Wedding
Ananya's wedding in June 2023, the earliest wedding review on file. She called it "much more beautiful in person."
Grid-Tie Solar
Grid-tied solar panels go up across the property. Dragonwood generates its own power, backed by the grid when needed.
The Haven
The old hangar gets transformed into the Haven, a comfortable indoor gathering space for up to 75.
Meditation Garden
A dedicated meditation garden takes root between the Main House and the orchard, along the wood line. Quiet paths, intentional plantings, a place to sit and be still.
The Fountain
A stone fountain completed on the grounds. One more reason to wander.
Wedding Season Grows
Multiple weddings throughout the season. Tanner and Cheyenne in June. Nikki in July. Kaitlyn in September. Each one different, each one perfect.
Design Studio Treasures
The Design Studio is in full swing. Drawing, painting, beadwork, crafts for all ages. Guests keep discovering new creative outlets.
Foliage Season
18 acres of Maine foliage reflected in a 475-acre pond. October at Dragonwood is its own kind of event.
Bunk House Upgrade
A new gas fireplace replaces the old pellet stove in the Bunk House, bringing cozy warmth for winter guests.
Winter at
Ice fishing on the frozen pond. Snowshoeing through the property. Proving that Dragonwood is worth visiting well past summer.
The Airstream Arrives
The original 2018 Airstream opens as a two-person rental in the cedar grove, with private space immediately around it and shared lake access about 100 feet away.
Thunder Hall Comes Alive
The Class of '75 holds their 50-year reunion under Thunder Hall. The pavilion earns its nickname.
Gardens in Full Swing
Broccoli, tomatoes, beans, celery, herbs, berries. The gardens and orchard hit their stride. Farm-to-table becomes real.
The New Website
A complete redesign. Because Dragonwood deserved a website that felt like being there.
What Guests Say
"It really feels like an adult summer camp."
"The WOW factor. It's beautiful."
"Pictures don't do this place justice."
"The comfort of our stay was only surpassed by the simple beauty."
"Dream come true... farm-to-table rehearsal dinner, personalized notes."
Latest from
Licensed Catering Kitchen
The licensed catering kitchen opened new possibilities for wedding weekends, catered dinners, and group meals at Dragonwood.
Thunder Hall: From Build to Beloved
The pavilion went up in 2023. By 2025, it had hosted reunions, weddings, and earned its nickname: Thunder Hall.
Winter at : A Guide
Think Dragonwood closes in winter? Think again. Here's everything you need to know about visiting during the snowy season.
Come Experience
We'd love to host you. Reach out and let's start planning your stay.
