Our Services

Thoughtfully tailored support for homes, businesses, and life on the coast.

Life on Mount Desert Island is better when the details are seamlessly managed.

Whether you need ongoing support for your home, a trusted local presence for a vacation rental, help behind the scenes of your business, a beautifully planned Maine stay, or someone to coordinate the details of a special day, The Quietside Assistant provides thoughtful support tailored to you.

A lakeside view with a rocky beach, calm water, distant trees, and a sky with light clouds.

HOME

Care for your home. Support for your guests.

Your home should feel cared for whether you’re here, away, or welcoming someone through the door.

The Quietside Assistant provides local support for private homes, seasonal residences, and vacation rentals, helping keep properties prepared, cared for, and running smoothly.

PRIVATE HOME SUPPORT

  • Seasonal opening & closing

  • Pre-arrival preparation

  • Home checks & walkthroughs

  • Grocery & household provisioning

  • Deliveries & receiving

  • Vendor & maintenance coordination

  • Key holding

  • Household organization

  • Seasonal projects

VACATION RENTAL & GUEST EXPERIENCE

  • Booking & reservation support

  • Guest communication

  • Arrival & departure coordination

  • Property readiness

  • Turnover coordination

  • Restocking & provisioning

  • Guest requests

  • Local recommendations

  • On-island guest support

  • Vendor coordination

  • Owner support

A LOCAL PRESENCE, WHEN YOU CAN’T BE HERE

For homeowners and hosts who want the reassurance of having someone they trust nearby.

LIFE

Make room for what matters.

Some things don’t need a full-time assistant. They just need someone thoughtful, capable, and local to take care of them.

The Quietside Assistant provides personalized lifestyle support for the everyday details that keep life moving.

LIFESTYLE SUPPORT

  • Personal errands

  • Shopping & sourcing

  • Household organization

  • Scheduling & coordination

  • Appointment arrangements

  • Returns & exchanges

  • Research & planning

  • Family & guest logistics

  • Seasonal to-do lists

  • Special requests

Consider is handled.

Whether it’s something you didn’t have time to do, something you’d rather not worry about, or simply a detail that needs someone on the ground, we’re here to help.

EXPERIENCE

Maine, thoughtfully planned.

You don’t need another generic list of places to visit.
You need someone who knows the island.

The Quietside Assistant creates personalized coastal experiences for visitors, families, and seasonal residents who want to experience Mount Desert Island thoughtfully and well.

CURATED COASTAL CONCIERGE

  • Personalized itineraries

  • Restaurant reservations

  • Activity & excursion planning

  • Family & group planning

  • Transportation coordination

  • Local recommendations

  • Grocery & provisioning

  • Private experiences

  • Pre-arrival arrangements

  • On-island support

FROM A WEEKEND TO AN ENTIRE SEASON

Your plans can be as simple or as involved as you need.

A thoughtfully planned afternoon.
A family vacation.
A milestone celebration.
An entire summer on the island.

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How We Work

Every client relationships begins with a conversation. We’ll take the time to understand your needs, priorities, and preferences before recommending the level of support that’s right for you.

Ongoing Partnerships

Ideal for homeowners and businesses seeking consistent, proactive support throughout the year or season.

Seasonal Support

Thoughtfully tailored assistance during busy seasons, home openings and closings, renovations, special projects, or extended stays.

Custom Projects

For one-time requests, special events, or unique needs, We’ll create a personalized proposal based on the scope of your project.

Let’s Begin the Conversation

Currently accepting a limited number of clients for the upcoming season.