Shirley Drinkwater Home - 2 in Rockport, ME

Shirley Drinkwater Home - 2 is an assisted living community in Rockport, ME.

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289 Meadow Street, Rockport, ME 04856

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.8 from 120 reviews
5 stars
107
4 stars
9
3 stars
3
2 stars
0
1 stars
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Overall Review of Shirley Drinkwater Home - 2

common 34 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness stands out

Residents describe staff members who are helpful, attentive, and professional.

Many reviews highlight staff that seems engaged and responsive, including front-desk and other team members who help with requests during the stay. Several comments mention quick problem-solving, such as being moved to a quieter area after noise, resolving issues with a room, or providing help with transportation needs. A few reviews also mention moments when service felt short or interactions felt tense, so the experience isn’t uniformly consistent for everyone.

common 22 reviews mention this

Ocean views drive the experience

The standout comfort comes from rooms and grounds with memorable views.

Across multiple reviews, guests repeatedly call out the views—especially ocean or waterfront scenery—along with sunrise and the overall setting. Reviewers also describe spending time outdoors around the property to take in the scenery, including walking areas near the shoreline. A few reviews acknowledge negatives unrelated to the view, like room condition details or cleanliness around shared spaces, but the scenery is a recurring positive theme.

differentiator 18 reviews mention this

Dining is a frequent highlight

Dining is repeatedly praised, with some guests calling the food exceptional.

Several reviews describe the on-site restaurant and breakfast as a standout, with comments about great food and variety on menus. Others mention longer wait times or frustration when food took too long to prepare, which is the main recurring downside tied to meals. The community is set up for residents to receive meal preparation and service, and it also references special-diet needs like diabetes and other dietary restrictions.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Pool and spa access can disappoint

Shared amenities like the pool and spa earn praise, but reviews also note limits and upkeep issues.

Some reviews are strongly positive about the pool and spa, describing them as excellent and a relaxing part of the stay. Others report problems like the pool not being kept clean, towels left behind, or that the spa felt limited because it required paid services rather than open access. Overall, residents’ comments suggest the amenities can be a draw, but the experience depends on what you’re able to access and when you visit.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Price feels high for some

A recurring concern is that the stay can feel overpriced for what guests experience.

A handful of reviews explicitly call out cost as too high, including one that compares the pricing to expectations for a luxury experience. Another review says the property isn’t worth the price, and at least one mentions paying over $3k for a short stay. While many reviews are overwhelmingly positive, these comments show that value can be a sticking point, especially when expectations around room condition or dining pricing are higher than the guest feels they received.

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Features

Housing

  • 2 resident community capacity 2 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • The Helm (1.4 miles)
  • Nina June (1.8 miles)
  • Scott's Place (2.1 miles)
  • Camden Island (2.1 miles)
  • Wolfpeach (2.4 miles)
  • The Drouthy Bear (2.4 miles)
  • Brevetto Kitchen and Wine Bar (2.4 miles)

Cafes

  • 3 Dogs Cafe (1.5 miles)
  • Peet's Coffee and Tea (1.6 miles)
  • Seafolk Coffee (1.8 miles)
  • Zoot Coffee (2.5 miles)
  • Home Kitchen Cafe (5.5 miles)
  • Rock City Cafe (6.1 miles)
  • Rock City Coffee Roasters (6.2 miles)

Parks

  • Rockport Marine Park (1.7 miles)
  • Rockport Historic District (1.8 miles)
  • Camden Harbor Park (2.6 miles)
  • Owls Head State Park (7.6 miles)
  • Thomaston Park (8 miles)
  • Ayer Park (8.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Midcoast Family Medicine (1.8 miles)
  • Midcoast Medicine PA (1.8 miles)
  • Neuropsychology And Concussion Management Associates (1.8 miles)
  • Hope Health (2.2 miles)
  • Pen Bay Family Medicine (2.3 miles)
  • Pen Bay Pediatrics (2.3 miles)
  • Rockport Family Medicine (2.8 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.9 miles)
  • Budget Truck Rental (2.1 miles)
  • Hit The Road (5.7 miles)
  • Bus Stop (5.8 miles)
  • Maine Eastern Railroad (6.2 miles)
  • Schooner Bay Limo & Taxi (6.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Cornerstone Baptist Church (2.1 miles)
  • First Congregational Church (2.4 miles)
  • Christian Science Church (2.6 miles)
  • Maine Ministry Outreach Center (4.9 miles)
  • Church Of The Nazarene (5.2 miles)
  • Hope Community Bible Church (5.7 miles)
  • Rockland Congregational Church (6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Waltz Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Hannaford Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
  • Jensen's Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (6.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Penobscot Bay Medical Center (3.4 miles)
  • Pen Bay Medical Center (3.4 miles)
  • Pen Bay Medical Center (5.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Flagship Premium Cinemas Thomaston (6.7 miles)

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