When you book a PineTreeStays vacation rental direct at PineTreeStays.com, you pay $0 in booking fees. The same house, the same dates, the same stay — but on Airbnb or Vrbo you'd pay 12-16% more in service fees. That's $200-400 extra on a typical week, for nothing. Book direct and keep that money for lobster rolls.

Your hosts, Raf and Jenn, are local Mainers and Airbnb Superhosts since 2012, with 14+ years of hosting experience.

The $0 booking fee difference

Here's the math the platforms don't want you to do. A $2,500 week on Airbnb comes with $300-400 in guest service fees. On Vrbo, it's similar. That fee doesn't get you a better house, better service, or a better vacation — it goes to the platform.

When you book direct at PineTreeStays.com, that fee is $0. You pay the nightly rate, the cleaning fee, and the taxes — and that's it. The house is the same. The dates are the same. The only difference is you keep hundreds of dollars.

Meet your hosts: Raf & Jenn

Raf and Jenn aren't a property management company — they're your neighbors. Local Mainers who live here, know every trail and swimming hole, and have been hosting since 2012. They're Airbnb Superhosts with 14+ years of experience and hundreds of five-star reviews.

When you book direct, you talk to Raf and Jenn — not a call center, not a chatbot. They'll tell you which lake is calmest for paddleboarding, where the moose are, and which restaurant in Greenville has the best whoopie pie. That's the difference between a vacation rental and a Maine experience.

What booking direct gets you

$0 in booking fees. The big one. Book direct and skip the 12-16% platform service fee. On a $2,500 week, that's $300-400 back in your pocket. Same house, same dates, hundreds less.

Deal with the owners, not a platform. Have a question about the house, the lake, or the trails? You talk to Raf and Jenn — the people who actually own and care for the property. No call centers, no ticket numbers, no “we'll escalate this.”

Flexible, human policies. Need an early check-in? Traveling with a third dog? Want to stay an extra night? When you book direct, you're dealing with people who can say yes. Try getting that from a platform.

Best rate guaranteed. We never charge more for booking direct — it's always the same or less than the platforms. And with $0 fees, it's always less out of your pocket.

Support local. Your money goes to a Maine family, not a Silicon Valley platform. Raf and Jenn live here, hire local cleaners and handymen, and put your dollars back into the Greenville and Dover-Foxcroft communities.

Secure booking, real humans

Booking direct doesn't mean booking sketchy. PineTreeStays.com uses secure online booking with encrypted payments — the same level of security as the big platforms. You'll get an instant confirmation, a detailed rental agreement, and check-in instructions.

And if something comes up? You call or text (207) 555-0147 and talk to Raf or Jenn. Real humans, real help, real fast. No chatbots, no 48-hour response times.

Our homes

Every PineTreeStays home is available for direct booking — same houses, same dates, $0 fees. Here are two guest favorites:

Beaver Cove House — Sleeps 12 — Moosehead Lake. A classic lakefront lodge with a hot tub, private dock, and 200 feet of waterfront. Book direct and save $300+ in fees on a typical week. See Beaver Cove House →

Sebec Lake House — Sleeps 12 — Sebec Lake. The quiet-lake getaway with a private dock, floating island, and huge wraparound porch. Book direct and keep the fee money for your ice cream fund. See Sebec Lake House →

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to book direct?

Yes — PineTreeStays.com uses secure, encrypted online booking. You'll get an instant confirmation, a rental agreement, and check-in instructions. Raf and Jenn are real local hosts with 14+ years of experience and hundreds of five-star reviews.

How much do I save by booking direct?

On Airbnb or Vrbo, guest service fees run 12-16%. On a $2,500 week, that's $300-400. Book direct and that fee is $0 — same house, same dates, hundreds less.

Do I get the same house as on Airbnb?

Yes — exactly the same houses, same dates, same amenities. The only difference is the price (lower) and who you deal with (the owners, not a platform).

Can I call or text with questions?

Yes — (207) 555-0147. You'll talk to Raf or Jenn, not a call center. They can answer questions about the houses, the lakes, the trails, and help you pick the right property.

What if I need to cancel?

We have a clear cancellation policy outlined in the rental agreement. Because you're dealing directly with the owners, we can also be flexible when life happens — just reach out.

Are pets allowed?

Yes — all PineTreeStays homes are pet-friendly. The pet fee is $100 per pet, per stay (not per night). At Seymour Cove the max is 2 dogs unless agreed in advance.

Do you offer the same dates as the platforms?

Yes — our direct booking calendar is always up to date. If you see dates available on Airbnb or Vrbo, they're available here too (and cheaper).

Why should I trust PineTreeStays?

Raf and Jenn are local Mainers, Airbnb Superhosts since 2012, with 14+ years of hosting experience and hundreds of five-star reviews. They live here, they care for these homes personally, and they're on call when you stay.