FAYETTE -- Nestled in the foothills of Longfellow Mountains is a bed and breakfast that has gained national attention.

Home-Nest Farm, at 76 Baldwin Hill Road, has been selected for the National Geographic Traveler magazine's exclusive "Stay List."

The list celebrates 150 lodgings that range from rustic to luxurious in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.

Eight generations of the Sturtevant family have called the 220-acre farm their home. The hosts are Tammy Sturtevant, representing the family's seventh generation; and Arnold and Leda Sturtevant, the sixth generation.

The old homestead contains three historic rental homes, the earliest from 1784, all with complete housekeeping facilities.

"I was surprised and naturally pleased when Geographic called us last year to advise we had been nominated to be considered for the honor," Arnold Sturtevant said. "I don't know exactly how their search team discovered us, most likely from Home-Nest's rather unusual and extensive Web site, put together by our daughter, Sarah."

Heather Wyatt, spokeswoman for the National Geographic Traveler, said the company is excited to highlight the Home-Nest Farm in its April issue.

Traveler's Senior Editor Sheila Buckmaster said it's thrilling to see how many folks in the accommodations business truly care about offering guests a sense-of-place experience.

"The hotels and inns that made it onto the list give back to the community, work to conserve and sustain and, day in and day out, celebrate the very best their destinations have to offer," Buckmaster said.

Mechele Cooper -- 623-3811, Ext. 408

mcooper@centralmaine.com