Testimonials

  • "This is so much more than an Airbnb - it was an experience. A great host/ team, great views, and tons of history. Incredible experience, I just wish I stayed longer. I will be back"

    – Preston, Spring, TX

  • "A magical isle hosted by incredible people! Truly a gem. Stefan, Katrina, and Jane made it super easy for a last minute stay, and are lovely folks. Beautifully curated and maintained -- a summer's dream."

    – Matthew, Seattle, WA

  • "Absolutely incredible!! Had a wonderful time and was an awesome experience!! Cannot recommend enough!."

    – Jake, Broomfield, CO

  • "What an amazing place! We were entranced by the beauty of the island, the exquisite care from the staff, the unique character of the landscape! Our five year old son kept asking if this was a dream! He loved explorations through the underground fort tunnels with the lantern. Our two year old daughter found her happy place on the gorgeous sandy beach. The yurt was just beautiful and perfectly simple. Coffee in the morning and s’mores at night were the picturesque capstone to an unforgettable experience. And we can’t forget to mention the stars…and the sunset."

    — Allison, Freeport, ME

  • “An absolutely incredible experience! Stefan, Katrina, Jane, Timothy, and the whole team are amazing people, and set up a wonderful time for us and our 32 guests. From the beautiful tents, yurts, and ocean lookouts, to the awe-inspiring civil war-era tunnel systems and forts beneath, this will be an experience you and your companions will never forget.”

    John - Cambridge, MA

  • “Fortland was beyond amazing. The experience we had here is unmatched by any other camping/glamping trip we've taken. The island is rich with history, green with vegetation, and tranquil as any private island should be. The parking and boat transfer was swift and effortless. But what ices this cake are the team members behind Fortland. From the booking rep to the the guide on property to the barista brewing coffee each morning- this crew of hardworking, kind, and thoughtful staff cannot be beaten. I had difficult booking requests, I had special transportation needs, we left behind personal items that needed to be returned... all these issues were met with grace and accommodation. Thank you for giving us this special memory before dropping off our son at Bates College for his first year. Simply outstanding.”

    Lynn - Montclair, NJ

  • “Gorgeous scenery, fascinating history and extraordinary accommodations....there's nothing quite like Fortland! Explore the Civil War era fort. Relax on the beaches. Unwind in the private yurts and tents or by the fire pit. Fortland is a unique and memorable island experience with all the creature comforts of home, a great on-island staff, and plenty of thoughtful touches. Check it out!”

    Michael - Augusta, ME