Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home
Sunny and bright, loads of light! Come and enjoy our clean, comfortable home away from home!
Our cedar-shaked, one-floor home welcomes you with vibrant flowerboxes and several flower beds on an acre in beautiful Maine. The two bedrooms (one with a double bed, one with twin beds) are complimented by the large sunny family room (with two queen futons) which leads to a private flagstone patio through French doors. The queen sofa bed in the living room is also available for sleeping. There is one full bathroom with bathtub; the shower has great water pressure to wash away your beach day's sand! Washer/dryer on are on site; there is an outdoor clothesline for drying beach towels and suits.
The home is well-suited for gatherings of your family and friends--settle by the indoor fireplace or relax around the outdoor fire pit for an evening campfire. The open-concept, fully equipped kitchen with bay window and the dining area are easily accessible to the large sunny deck via sliders and doors. The gently sloping lawn supports a large area for children to play safely nearby. Our large library of books allows you to read and relax whether you are out on the deck, down at the Point, or sitting on the beach! Our collection of DownEast magazines may help you plan your Maine adventures and excursions during your stay. And for those rainy days, there are many games and puzzles!
Famous Pemaquid Point Lighthouse lies just south down the road (2.5 miles) and the white sands of Pemaquid Beach are 1 mile east. We are located in the village of New Harbor with a quaint, fully-stocked grocery store, gas station, hardware/fishing gear store, ice cream stand, Maine artists' galleries & craft shops, and a bank/ATM all within walking distance from the house. New Harbor is central to all Midcoast Maine cities and towns--Freeport to Camden are within an hour of travel time. The twin cities of Damariscotta/Newcastle are the closest 'big' towns to our home.
Water sports (kayaking/canoeing, sailing, swimming (ocean, lake, river swimming 'hole'), fine restaurants, birding, Hardy Boat Tours (including Monhegan Island and the Maine coast), hiking, shopping/antiquing are all within several miles of our home. The Botanical Gardens in Boothbay are a must see! For children, there are many activities: beach fun, tide pool explorations, hands-on activities at the local Colonial Pemaquid Museum and the Boothbay Harbor Aquarium to name a few.
Keywords: Pemaquid Point, village home, peaceful, comfortable, Pemaquid Beach, Colonial Pemaquid,
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses solar energy
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
New Harbor
Located in New Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Boothbay Region Land Trust and Dolphin Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and The Boothbay Playhouse are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 50 min drive - 58.5 km
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 51 min drive - 59.5 km
Bowdoin College - 64 min drive - 74.2 km
Getting around
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Carriage House Restaurant - 48 min drive
South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - 22 min drive
Farm 23 - 44 min drive
Amore Bistro Italiano - 44 min drive
Bristol Diner - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home on 5 May 2026 start from £107, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Pemaquid Craft Co-op and within 3 miles (5 km) of Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The home was as advertised. It was very clean and our host Martha was awesome. The location was exactly what we needed to enjoy the Maine coastline attractions and the fall weather. Thank You.
Check in was quick and easy. The house was so cozy and comfortable. Martha was responsive and welcoming. We will definitely be returning to her lovely, peaceful place.
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful comfortable home which slept our family of 7 easily. Short drive to the beach. We also enjoyed swimming in the river and walking downtown to get ice cream. Host was excellent and responsive!
A clean, spacious, comfortable place, well located to explore area attractions or simply to relax. Pemaquid Beach is a real gem and only minutes away; dogs are allowed Oct 16 through Apr 30. Martha is very responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Something to know: House is railroad style—people sleeping on the futons in the family have to go through the bedroom with the full-size bed to reach the rest of the house, and anyone sleeping in that bedroom has to go through the living room. So, a potential privacy issue if your party doesn’t fit in the two bedrooms.
Other than furniture that is older and not the most comfortable, this is an excellent location from which to explore a lovely quiet peninsula Down East.
This rental was affordable and ideal for our family. The home is chock full of Maine doo-dads and what-nots, quilts, tapestries, books, games, etc. A small grocery store is a pleasant 5 minute walk (get there early to get their amazing fresh made pastries every morning), as well as a wonderful ice cream stand. We would love to stay here again!
Mona S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2025
You were wonderful guests! Please do come visit again!
It was the perfect spot for my short getaway stay. The house has a very homey feel, and the spacious deck and yard are lovely and very private even though the house is on a busy road. As a first time vrbo user, I was particularly impressed by how responsive the owner was to any questions or concerns I had. The house was also immaculately clean. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to family and friends who want a holiday in this lovely part of Maine.
An immaculate well appointed cottage that was an absolute delight. Close to everything, including Colonial Pemaquid, Pemaquid Beach and the lighthouse.
Our stay at Martha’s was nothing short of amazing. Check in and all communication was extremely smooth. We were already super familiar with the area and the location could not be more perfect; walking distance/short drive to Reilly’s, Pemaquid Lighthouse and beach, Shaws and much more. The home was clean and well loved. The only possible downside would be having to walk through one of the bedrooms to get to the main living area, but there is a patio door that could be used to avoid this. This was definitely not a problem for us as there were only two of us staying. Would definitely stay here again as the home had that coastal Maine charm that just can’t be beat.
Kelly B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2025
We are so glad you had a good time during your stay! You are welcome to come again, you were awesome guests!
We really enjoyed staying at this property. It was clean, comfortable and cozy. Plenty of room for us and out pooch. Great location, close to Pemaquid Point and the 1812Farm where we attended the wedding of my nephew on Sunday.
I would definitely book again, and recommend as a great place to stay.
Cathy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Martha Brooks
I am a retired speech/language pathologist who has worked with children for over 30 years in the NH public schools. The children's enthusiasm for life and learning inspires me daily!
I am a mom, Certified Zentangle Teacher, artist, Greyhound and cat rescuer, quilter, thinker, reader, and life-lover!
Why they chose this property
My family has been coming to the Damariscotta/Pemaquid region since before my birth. I grew up vacationing at our family's log cabin on nearby Biscay Pond.
As an adult, I searched for a long time for my Mainehouse--a home that was slightly off the beaten path, but still close to the many places I loved around the Pemaquid Peninsula.
What makes this property unique
I treasure both the 'perfect summer days' and the quiet moments off-season that I have at my Mainehouse with family and friends. Whether I am reading, teaching Zentangle classes, working on a quilt, going to an auction, or cooking a lobster meal for others, I am always amazed at the peace I feel in my home in Maine.
Languages:
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests