Oceanfront Family Retreat + Dock + Walk to Town + Lobster wharf + Fire pit

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Boothbay Harbor, ME

Boothbay Harbor Marina3 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor3 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens10 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

"Kiddiebunkport" Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Crisp cottage guest room Two twins (or a king)

2 Single Beds

In-law apartment bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Maine retreat guest room

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Charming pink and grey bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

In-law apartment bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Modern farmhouse style bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Nautical Blue Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

LL Bean Catalog Featured Home!! this amazing home was featured in the LL Bean catalog 2019!

NOTE: If you have a pet, send an inquiry first before you book to receive preapproval!! Thanks!

PLEASE NOTE: WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOU ENJOYING THIS WONDERFUL PROPERTY BUT MUST REMIND YOU, PLEASE DO NOT USE INSTANT BOOKING. SEND A REQUEST FIRST AND WE WILL PRE-APPROVE. EVEN THOUGH INSTANT BOOKING IS TURNED ON, WE STILL NEED TO PRE-APPROVE ALL GUESTS!

Incredible sprawling oceanfront home with views of the water from every room in the house!!! Located in Boothbay Harbor, just 4 minutes from the heart of town and a 5 minute walk to Robinson's wharf and Southport Island.

This property was renovated in early 2016 and features an incredible New England design in a very spacious and sunlit home featured on

This is the perfect property for a large family vacation. Multiple generations can enjoy a wide expanse including an attached 'apartment' and plenty of space to relax inside and out, swim in the ocean off the dock, paddleboard, cook lobster, sit around the stone fireplace, and pick wild berries on the property. Families have enjoyed this property because of it's location and breathtaking beauty and amenities. It epitomizes a Maine vacation from the lobster wharf across the bridge (a 5 minute walk), or a quick 5 minute drive to the heart of Boothbay Harbor to enjoy the shops, restaurants, and boats that have made the town the summer destination of New England.

The kitchen features a professional gas range, stainless appliances, wood shiplap walls, stone countertops, and beautiful hardwood floors. Sleeps up to 14 people, this is the perfect retreat for large families, as there are separate sections of the house to have your own space. Features incredible view and sunsets on a spectacular waterfront property. Enjoy fires around the fire pit, or huge family dinners in the sweeping kitchen and dining room. The large living room offers several seating areas with incredible views of the water.

House is configured as one building divided into 2 separate living quarters. The main part of the home (everything to the left of the garage) has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Master with queen bed, guest room with queen bed, and guest room with two twin beds. Finally, 'Kiddiebunkport' is a bunk room with 4 twin beds and is off the living room, so kids have a place to sleep and hang out. It's every kid's dream!

The other section of the home (in photo, see section to the right of the garage) offers a 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Bedroom has queen bed, downstairs full bathroom with clawfoot tub, fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining area, and pull out sofa. For large family vacations, this is a great space for one family, but where everyone congregates in the main home but offers a separate space.

Have a lobster boil using the gas lobster cooker and the gas grill, or simply walk across the bridge to Robinson's for a great meal (or they will boil lobsters for you to bring home!!). Enjoy sunsets every night where each one just seems better than the last.

Enjoy seeing seals pop up in the water off the dock, and enjoy the gorgeous boats that pass by the Southport bridge, one of the oldest swing bridges in the country.

This is your perfect family vacation retreat with all the amenities and space you would need. The location is incredible, and you can walk to eat lobster, or take a quick drive along the water to the heart of town (or you can about 1.5 miles).

Enjoy the Aquarium which is said to be one of the best in the region, or visit the beautiful Maine Botanical Gardens.

Property manager

Debbie Gordon

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

With written approval only or deposit+ forteited.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

W/written approval only, or deposit forfeited.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pets that have not been pre-approved will result in a deposit forfeiture plus additional fee.

Ask for event pre-approval! (20+ people including renters) or you are subject to $5,000+ fine and termination of trip with no refund

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

Note from host: With written approval only or deposit+ forteited.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

West Boothbay Harbor

Located in West Boothbay Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Hendricks Hill Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Boothbay Railway Village and Dolphin Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Boothbay Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Boothbay Harbor Marina - 3 min drive
Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 3 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 3 min drive
Maine State Aquarium - 3 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive

Getting around

Brunswick Maine Street Station - 49 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive
Footbridge Brewery - 3 min drive
Robinson's Wharf - 5 min walk
Boothbay Lobster Wharf - 6 min drive
Red Cup Coffee House - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Family Retreat + Dock + Walk to Town + Lobster wharf + Fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Family Retreat + Dock + Walk to Town + Lobster wharf + Fire pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Family Retreat + Dock + Walk to Town + Lobster wharf + Fire pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Family Retreat + Dock + Walk to Town + Lobster wharf + Fire pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Juniper Point and Maine State Aquarium. Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Burnt Island Living Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

3 June 2022

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

Boothbay hideaway

Overall, the property was nice and everything you would expect in a rambling beach house. I really liked the separate apartment where we put our niece and nephew with their children it was perfect where kids needed to go to sleep earlier. The main house was well equipped and had everything you needed to cook and entertain. The one challenge and really no one's fault is the driveway. Just tricky to get in and out of. Debbie the host and owner was great in communication as questions came up. I recommend this home highly. Thanks so much!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry L.

28 July 2021

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

Great place

Wonderful view from the house and the sunset view from the dock were even better. Close to town and yet in a somewhat secluded area.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Stuart S., Tarrytown

25 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Much nicer on the outside then inside

Loved the view and the fire pit and the location but felt that the description was a bit overstated and that this place needs a bit of work. While it was perfectly fine and comfortable and may have been a "LL Bean" type house 5++ years ago, it now seems dated and in need of a refresh. I was most disappointed in the owners lack of communication. There were not good instructions nor a package telling us about restaurants, stores, location, things to do, what toys were available in the house (as they marketed the house as having outside toys that were nowhere to be found) and when i reached out to the owner she was defensive and argumentative and critical and blamed VRBO and told me it should have been on the website and wasn't her fault. When i finally caught up with her by phone, she told me that info is usually there and should be in a drawer somewhere but we found nothing and had to spend the first 2 days figuring everything out for ourselves. As stated, this house has a lot of potential but needs TLC and much better communication and details. Based on the price they charge and the way it is being marketed as a showcase house, I felt oversold and underserviced and will not be coming back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

29 June 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Great time in this beautiful New England home. 8 adults and 4 kids had plenty of space. Nice to have 4 full sized bathrooms. Plenty of towels. Nearly brand new kitchen. Spent a lot of time around wonderful fire pit. Really neat dock with up close view of many sailboats passing thru the Southport bridge.

6/10 Okay

Duane H.

17 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Listing details need to be updated to more accurately reflect this property.

First, let me say, the exterior of the home, grounds, water front and view are spectacular. I do however want to point out some of the interior disappointments. 1. While the house is advertised as sleeping 14-as a group of 7 we were somewhat crowded in the kitchen/dining area which is described as "huge and sweeping." The dining table seats 6. 2. The fire pit is lovely, but once again-only chairs for 6 to sit. 3. Chairs are pictured on the dock-there are none. 4. The stairs in main house are very steep and the treads smaller than normal. I know this is an older home-just mentioning in case someone elderly is traveling with your group. 5. I am assuming the majority of travelers renting this home are not from Boothbay and have luggage. There was only 1 luggage rack in the house. Its inconvenient to be digging in your luggage on the floor while traveling. 6. Under the "amenities section" A/C is advertised. I had assumed this was for the main home. Only the apartment has A/C. It got pretty warm during our stay. We did open all of the windows that had screens (some did not) or screens that were functioning and were still pretty warm. Ceiling fans would be a great addition as only the master bedroom had one. Being from Texas, we are used to the heat, but were uncomfortable while sleeping at night. 7. The home is advertised as having a fireplace in the master which it does-its just covered by a chest of drawers. Anyone staying in the winter might think it is usable when indeed it is blocked. 8. The garage apartment bedroom has multiple sky lights. While this is a beautiful day time view, its awful for sleeping with a 5:30 am sunrise. Also, the hot water was not sufficient for 2-guests had to come shower in main house. 9. With Covid and guests needing the assurance that duvets, bath mats, sheets etc. have been washed and sanitized, we felt some of these items simply were not clean. 10. Finally, just a heads up-you literally can hear every cough, sneeze, person turning over, snoring, rolling over, cell phone dinging, etc. from all 3 bedrooms on the second floor. I know this is an older home, but there is zero privacy in that regard. 11. Owners belongings need to be kept in area separate from guests to free up space-fridge, beverage center, pantry etc. 12. In the check in procedures-guests are warned not to enter the garage for any reason. Ironically, this is where the grill and additional outdoor seating is stored.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Debbie Gordon

We bought our dream vacation home in Boothbay Harbor in 2015 and completely renovated the whole house and the grounds to make it a haven for everyone who visits! We are experienced vacation home owners, as we have a few other VRBO properties. We want to make sure you have the best experience ever , and return year after year!

Why they chose this property

Glenn spend summers in the area when he was young. We started spending time here several years ago and ended up buying this beautiful property after some very serendipitous things happened...it was meant to be!

What makes this property unique

Waterfront, accessibility to town and the grocery (very important!), deep water dock, walk to the lobster wharf, and the scenery. Every day is never ceases to amaze us.

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