Spacious 3 Bedroom Retreat with Yard, Damariscotta River View, and Dock Access

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Back Narrows Social Club is just across the street from the Damariscotta River.

The home is comprised of 2 separate units. This listing is for downstairs only.

Go kayaking, fishing, or enjoy taking in the sights and sounds of nature.

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Amenities
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Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Gym

Check out the area

Boothbay, ME

Boothbay Railway Village9 min drive
Boothbay Harbor Marina10 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens15 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)58 min drive

The interior and furniture were outdated and very worn. The house was very humid. There was mold in the bathroom around ...

Alan B.

Aug 19, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our calendar and pricing is current. Book with us today!

The Back Narrows Social Club is your Damariscotta river-view retreat for a sumptuous and relaxing midcoast Maine vacation! This unique property was actually the town social club in the 1930’s! In the ’70’s it became a mainstay of the Boothbay YMCA before being divided into two residential apartments in the 1980’s.

The location is minutes to area attractions like the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, the Maine State Aquarium, and the Boothbay Harbor, yet the Social Club is removed from the bustle of tourist noise, allowing guests to enjoy the best of both worlds.

Our dock in the Damariscotta River is a short walk around a bend in the street and down a neighbor’s driveway. You will have access to launch your kayaks, tie up your boat, or just dip your toes in the water and watch for seals!

The sizable kitchen is fully equipped, including specialty lobster and oyster utensils. There's plenty of seating and space for dining and relaxing after a day of fun. Outside you will find a grill, a dining space, and that beautiful river view.

Watch your little ones perform for an appreciative audience on the Social Club stage, take in sunshine and river views on the multiple decks and patios, read a book/work a puzzle/play a game in the River Room (also with river views, of course). Login to the smart TV and watch your favorite streaming services. There is also a BluRay player available (sorry, no cable/satellite).

Please note that this property does not have air conditioning. Due to the mild summers, absence of a/c is common in the region. When it's warm we usually turn on ceiling fans and open the windows and enjoy a nice breeze. We also provide portable fans.

The apartment features 2 full bathrooms, 3 bedrooms, and can accommodate up to six overnight guests.

Need more space? Book the entire Social Club as a two-story unit for groups up to 10. Smaller group? Check out our upstairs apartment! When rented by unrelated parties, the two units are completely private with separate entrances.

This listing is for the downstairs unit only.

Entire Club: 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms/2 kitchens (sleeps 10)
Downstairs only: 3 bedroom/2 bathroom/1 kitchen (sleeps 6)
Upstairs only: 1 bedroom/1bathroom/1 kitchen (sleeps 4)

Property manager

Matthew Moorhead

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Water view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Parking: Maximum number of vehicles is 2. Park only in assigned spot.

Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are observed from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Trash: All trash should be bagged, secured, and placed in dumpster on property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Boothbay

Located in Boothbay, this holiday home is on a river. Dolphin Mini Golf and Boothbay Region Land Trust are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ovens Mouth Preserve and Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site. Boothbay Railway Village and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Boothbay, ME

What's nearby

Carousel Music Theater - 9 min drive
Boothbay Railway Village - 9 min drive
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 10 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 10 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 15 min drive

Getting around

Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

Footbridge Brewery - 10 min drive
East Boothbay General Store - 9 min drive
Red Cup Coffee House - 10 min drive
Mine Oyster - 10 min drive
Mama D's Mercantile - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 3 Bedroom Retreat with Yard, Damariscotta River View, and Dock Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 3 Bedroom Retreat with Yard, Damariscotta River View, and Dock Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 3 Bedroom Retreat with Yard, Damariscotta River View, and Dock Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 3 Bedroom Retreat with Yard, Damariscotta River View, and Dock Access located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Fort Point, The Boothbay Playhouse and Dolphin Mini Golf. Linekin Bay and Boothbay Railway Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.6

Excellent

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Alan B.

19 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

not up to par

The interior and furniture were outdated and very worn. The house was very humid. There was mold in the bathroom around the shower. Not enough seating in the living room area. Only one night table in the 2nd bedroom (we needed to bring in a dining room chair). The TV in the master bedroom did not work and there was no remote for it. There was an upstairs that was very noisy. There should have been noise restrictions on the unit. There weren't any bath mats. The kitchen was adequately stocked. The rooms weren't as nice as the pictures. There is no dock access as in the description. This rental wasn't worth the price that we paid. We have used VRBO many times and I can honestly say that this is the first time that we were totally disappointed in the rental.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geri H.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great time!

We loved our time in Boothbay. The property owners were so helpful before and during our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Peter H., -

16 July 2023

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Cockroaches, anti-family pricing, lurking owner

Owner asked us to pay for our two infants in diapers, citing septic requirements (for infants in diapers) which is a lie. Our options were to cancel with no refund or pay full price for 2 infants, effectively kicking us out of the property to find last minute accommodations. We paid rather than be kicked out with no refund. Property is infested with cockroaches (I have video). Owner was constantly present outside windows and in upstairs apartment with audible footsteps, giving no peace to us. Internet was non-functional and a tech was sent out during our stay. Another contractor came out while we were there to check something in the basement. There is poor access to the river (you must walk along a road with no sidewalks). Also, we were left with fewer properties to choose from because we wasted 2 weeks with a fraudulent VRBO listing that immediately texted us to pay a large security deposit via Venmo (VRBO admitted it was fraudulent). This is simply a property that was not worth the very high price per night. Save your money and find a real vacation rental.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna S.

26 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Property

The property was GREAT. My sister and I took our 82 and 85 year old parents. There was plenty of room to spread out and they were able to navigate the 2 steps to get into the house. We had a puzzle going on the kitchen table and played games in the back room. It is in a very quiet location with beautiful views of the river and 8 minutes to the Lobster Wharf.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

aaron k.

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful location

Great place to stay. Property Owner was a proactive and thorough communicator. The house had everything we needed with a well appointed kitchen.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Moorhead

Though we're originally from Texas, our family loves spending time in mid-coast Maine.

Why they chose this property

We chose Boothbay because of all the outdoor activities in the summer, amazing botanic garden, public library, weekly farmer's market, good restaurants, and nice people! We also appreciate historic buildings, and this is a marvelous adaptation of a structure with decades of significance to the local community.

What makes this property unique

We offer our guests complimentary passes to the YMCA for swimming, exercise, etc. Please ask us if you want recommendations for local attractions, car service, charter fishing, or where to get the best local oysters.