Spacious 5BR 4 BA Waterfront Cape surrounded by apple orchards & English gardens
Location: Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor Area, Mid-Coast & Islands, Maine, USA (75 min- Portland, 50 min- Freeport, 5 mile - Boothbay Harbor) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 4 Baths (Sleeps 9-11)
Come away from it all....catch your breath.
Six miles from the bustle of Boothbay Harbor is a peaceful retreat, set among rolling fields, meandering stone walls and richly colored perennial gardens........imagine a place that evokes your fondest memories....and brings your vacation dreams to bold colorful life....
Wake to birdsong in the apple trees and early morning fog on the Back River....then make yourself delicious coffee and a hearty, healthy breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen....in either the Cape or the new rental property, the Farmhouse.
Wander 15 acres of gardens and woodland trails....borrow a kayak to paddle with local seals....meet our friendly bald eagles and other critters.....watch the Maine painted turtles or listen to frogs on the freshwater pond......wander the park-like grounds.....take a cool dip in the river....
Refreshed, visit the on-site Bold Colorful Life Gallery for art and jewelry, or venture out into the Boothbay region. The Coastal Maine Botanical Garden is only 4 miles away! Try hiking at any of the 13 preserves within 10 miles of this home.
At the end of the day, imagine coming ‘home’ to a snack and drink on the wrap-around porch of either building.... ....a good book by the fire.... ....a sunset through the windows........and a long, delicious sleep in one of your five lovely bedrooms with private bath, luxurious bedding, AC/fans, cable TV, WiFi....in the Cape.
Or come home to a peaceful evening in one of your five elegant bedrooms with private bath, luxurious bedding, AC/fans, cable TV, WiFi....in the Farmhouse across the courtyard. When the buildings are not rented to VRBO guests, they function as an inn. See more information about both buildings by googling the Bold Colorful Life Inn.
Renewed again, live your bold and colorful life! Both buildings available year-round.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Double Bed: Three of the Cape bedrooms have Full/Double Beds.
- Twin/Single Bed: One of the Cape bedrooms has two twin-sized beds. One of the Cape bedrooms has a single twin-sized bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: This building has a full private kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, sink, dishwasher, microwave, toaster and toaster oven, kitchen island.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: This waterfront property is situated right on the Back River and also has a large freshwater pond, full of wildlife.
- Communications
- Telephone: Telephones are provided for local calls.
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- On-site Art and Jewelry Gallery. 15 acres--landscaped riverfront property, perennial gardens, large freshwater pond, and woods. This rental estate also functions (when VRBO guests are not renting it) as the Bold Colorful Life Inn and Gallery and is a perfect destination for a personal retreat, family or school reunion, wedding or other gathering event. See more details here: www.boldcolorlifeinn.com and www.boldcolorlife.com
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): The Cape is wheelchair accessible.
- Kid Friendly: The pond is full of tadpoles in the summer, with Maine painted turtles and wildflowers. The Back River is a wonderful place to splash, swim, paddle a kayak or a dinghy. On site and nearby are great places to walk and hike--hiking poles are loaned to guests. We have rainy-day puzzles, artist kits, books and movies.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- The Bold Colorful Life Gallery is on site and offers colorful elegant jewelry, stunning natural photographs, and dramatic works of art in oil and pastel. The Bold Colorful Life Inn is also a Retreat Center, so plan to join us for a Retreat for personal growth, renewal and spiritual centering...or take a class on site in art, paddling, hiking....
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Jun .. CAPE: $1950/week FARMHOUSE: $2500.00/week
Jul-Aug .. CAPE: $2500/week FARMHOUSE: $2900.00/week
Sep-Oct .. CAPE: $1900/week FARMHOUSE: $2200.00/week
Nov-Apr..Off Season: lowered rates. Rent both buildings, total rate is negotiated.
All rates shown above include cleaning fee and 7% Maine Sales Tax.
Signed contract & 50% security deposit required to hold rental.
Please note:maximum occupancy-Cape is 9; Farmhouse is 11, incl'g children-any age
No interior smoking, no pets - no exceptions.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Bold Colorful 5BR Waterfront Cape, Boothbay Maine
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Boothbay
The Boothbay peninsula offers the perfect getaway. The area is naturally breath-taking, with forests and fields, farms and gardens, brash rocky coastline and gentle coves and lakes. Boothbay Harbor is a charming town with lots of engaging activities and it’s just down the road. It's the place to go shopping, visit galleries and craft fairs, sample local fare at great restaurants, enjoy deep water activities like whale watching and lobster-boating.
And there are natural bonuses: 13 nature preserves for hiking within 10 miles---5 within 5 miles---one within 1/2 mile; a major Botanical Garden within 5 miles; kayaking possibilities in rivers and lakes and the Atlantic.
The Rockland/Camden area and Freeport shopping are within an hour's drive in either direction; and my favorite Maine park, Acadia National Park is two hours or so. Nova Scotia and Prince Edward island, both favorite parts of Canada, are nearby too……..
The Unique Benefits at this House
This glorious site offers the best of all worlds: a serene and peaceful place to come home to, to explore Nature and to experience Maine, with exciting activities nearby that satisfy all passions and interests.
Owner's Map of Boothbay
I’ve been saving for my ‘dream house’ for 40 years....and I fell in love with kayaking about 8 years ago. After a five year search through waterfront properties in CT, the Adirondacks, MA, NH and finally ME, this was the property that offered the combination of things I'd been seeking.
The setting is idyllic with fields, woods, old stone walls, apple trees, lilac trees and many perennial gardens. There are 15 acres of land, facing west for sunsets, on the protected waterfront of Maine and with a big freshwater pond. The whole estate sits atop Maine ledge, which is sculpted to fall gently towards the water.
It's in an area where I hope to be able to offer weekend and week-long retreats that combine personal growth, spirituality and 'back to nature' events, including hiking, paddling and exploring the nearby Botanical Gardens. And I want to share this beauty with as many people who love Nature and the wild, wonderful aspects of Maine as possible.
Property Photos
- Spacious 5BR 4 BA Waterfront Cape surrounded by apple orchards & English gardens - Boothbay Vacation House with Hot Tub
- The park-like estate of 15 acres, with freshwater pond and painted turtles - Boothbay Vacation House with Hot Tub
- Sailing on the Back River, at the bottom of the estate - Boothbay Vacation House with Hot Tub
- The charming, fully-equipped kitchen in the Cape
- The dining room with view to the wrap-around deck and porch of the Cape.
- The Bold Colorful Ruby Bedroom, part of the Ruby Peridot Two Bedroom Suite
- The Bold Colorful Turquoise Bedroom
- New Rental-Elegant 5BR 5BA Farmhouse.Great Room.spectacular sunset & water views
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