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Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.

Cozy and quiet and yet perfect downtown location. Walk to restaurants and boats and popular with many returns - this third floor (2nd floor for our international guests) boasts 900 feet of sunlight and wonderful views of the harbor, the town, fireworks (on select holidays) and parades. On warm Thursday nights you can hear the band playing old favorites on the library lawn. The apartment has a private entrance (off a common hall), large living room with sofa, reading chairs, desk, Brand new large 'Smart' TV including HBO MAX & PBS (supplied) and access to your own accounts (not supplied) on Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and others), small private balcony to read or enjoy afternoon drinks (for 2). Classic views of town, local hilltops, churches and restaurants along the inner harbor on the near and opposite shore. Bedroom with twin Jenny Lind beds (new mattresses) and new bedding (all cotton!). Large eat in kitchen with full appliances (no dishwasher). Parking on premises (1 space). Truly in the heart of town this location provides front door access to best restaurants in region, trolleys, shops, Opera House and all that Boothbay Harbor has to offer. Solid quiet building full of art and antiques. Brand new carpeting. Ideal for relaxation and day trips returning to your in-town location for cocktails, dinner and fireworks (on certain holidays and events – see Harbor guide). For those who appreciate being above it all. Free Wifi, heat, AC, bedding, and access to laundry. Sleeps 2. Can be rented with 'Milliner' (500093) in same building for traveling with friends!
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check in is 3-6. It's important for me to meet my guests. Please contact us if your travel plans present a problem.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this apartment is in the city center and near theme parks. Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Boothbay Farmers' Market and Montsweag Flea Market. Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boothbay Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Barrett Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 46 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harborside 1901 Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed. on Mar 8, 2026 start from $303, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed. located?

Located in the heart of Boothbay Harbor, this apartment building is steps from Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Burnt Island Living Lighthouse. Boothbay Harbor Marina and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Perfect spot

A great apartment one block from the harbor with a million-dollar view from the balcony. Tom was a great help especially with restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

tod a.

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

Wonderful spot

The space was on the top/3rd floor of the building. The view from the porch was impressive. The room itself was spacious. Tom, the owner was very gracious and hospitable. I can’t say enough good things about the owner, the property and the location.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Lisa &Tommy Honeymoon 2022

Place was super cute..clean..and within walking distance to everything in Boothbay. Tom was great as well. Definitely recommend this place! Where's my damn pie Tom?!?!? Lol
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gale E.

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

49th

29 Mckown Was perfect for us. The view from the upper porch was awesome and the host Tom supplied us with a list of restaurants with his personal review that was great. Included in the list was some places to see that were also spot on. Thank you, Tom
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald E.

29 McKown - What's Not to Like?

This property has a truly wonderful location overlooking the Boothbay Harbor, with restaurants, shops, and tours all close by the front door. The landlord Tom and 4-legged companion Ruthie were very friendly and helpful and responsive to all our questions and needs. We had relaxing days and busy days depending on our mood. We boiled live lobsters on two nights and they were great. We would recommend that visitors seek out the Maine State Aquarium on Southport Island and the South Maine Botanical Garden which we found to be special places. We couldn't have selected a property which better suited our needs for this week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

Great location for downtown

Property was very neat and clean and very convenient. Off street parking was a plus, but be ready for 3rd floor walk up to the apartment. We kept the deck doors open every night and never had to use the A/C. House renovation construction across the street was somewhat noisy but only between 8 and 3:30pm. Owner Tom was on site daily and very accessible for questions and recommendations on where to eat and shop. Loved his dog Ruthie!!! The kitchen is small and the stove not easy to cook on, but lots of places to eat all meals within short walking distance. We joined the Boothbay Harbor Country Club for the week and played golf there every day. It is spectacular. Also took our family (maximum 6 people) on a sail on the Sarah Mead, a friendship sloop that leaves from Spruce Point Inn 4 times a day and goes to several lobster traps so the kids can see how lobstering is done. Our grandkids 6 and 10 also loved the Maine Aquarium.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

john p.

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

Beautiful view

Loved the location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

First trip to Boothbay Harbor

We can't say enough about our stay in Boothbay! Tom, the owner of our rental, was over-the-top helpful with information regarding things to do, places to visit (or avoid), restaurants to eat at for all three meals, hikes to take and sights to enjoy, even from the view of his balcony. We can not wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick C., Charlotte, NC

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

Heart of Boothbay Harbor

We were in Maine for a wedding. The property location was great for attending the events around town, walking to restaurants, tourist activities, etc. The big plus was the balcony. It looked out over the harbor with great sunrises.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Go to Boothbay Harbor

I enjoyed myself in many ways. I felt completely safe and private right in the middle of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Perfect

While our trip was cut short because of a problem back home, our time at Tom's was absolutely wonderful. He is very kind and helpful, and his dog Ruthie is a sweetheart. The accomodations are terrific. The location couldn't be better. Clean, and well maintained. Just as advertised, and perfect for the two of us. A lovely private balcony with a picture postcard view. And an off-street parking spot included! Perfect! Thank you Tom. We look forward to returning to 29 Mckown St.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graeme W., Lakewood Ranch, Florida

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

Delightful Stay

Aerie is a charming apartment located in the top floor of a renovated house. The apartment has been well kept & decorated. The view over Boothbay Harbor cannot be beaten and can be enjoyed from its balcony. Would certainly return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

July 4th get away

Perfect place for great location to celebrate the 4th!! Tom is a great host! Always available and willing and able to help.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Wonderful location in historic home

Convenient to pier and fabulous Boothbay restaurants and shops. Tom is a great source for all things Boothbay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sean C., New York , Ny

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

Wonderful place for two .....great value and amazing location

Tom is great and very friendly and attentive ....the view and deck with views of the harbour are the best
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dean F.

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

Harbor Perch

We truly enjoyed our stay at this apartment in an idyllic setting on the harbor. The balcony with access from both the living room and bedroom was particularly enjoyable - a pleasant perch overlooking the harbor and town goings-on. Tom was very forthcoming with suggestions on local and surrounding activities and especially good restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Great view, great people, great apartment

Our time in Boothbay was perfect. Tom, our host, was responsive to needs, offered excellent advise with regard to sightseeing, food, and local customs etc. The apartment was very clean and had all that we needed to make our stay wonderful. The Boothbay region is a must visit for anyone who enjoys the coast, history, good shopping, excellent food and a place where one can relax. Out of 5 stars we give it a 5 1/2. Thanks for everything. Paul and Marcia
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael W H.

Absolutely fantastic location and host!!

Third floor apartment in lovely vintage home. Small balcony overlooking the bay! Everything in walking distance. Just beautiful and not enough time to do everything. Tom was great host with pages of suggestions, and his darling Westie, Ruthie, makes u feel welcome. Highly recommend this venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Great view of the harbor. Very clean Tom was very helpful for area dining and local sights

Really amazing weekend. Great place. Clean and friendly. Tom was extremely helpful and we enjoyed every minute
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert & Sandra D.

Just live going to grandmother's.

The apartment was just what we expected and wanted. Lots of room, well appointed, just a door step away from food and fun. Good beds and our own parking slot. We had a great relaxing week visiting with relatives and chasing light houses. Will stay again when we are in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Great week. Great host.

We had a great week in Boothbay Harbor. Our host Tom answered many of our questions and was incredibly helpful. Our property was centrally located where we could walk to everything. It was a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Above It All

My husband and I had been looking forward to our first trip to Maine for a long time. We were not disappointed. We like to rent with VRBO, and this experience was a good one. We stayed in the third floor apartment. The stairs were a bit tiring, but we needed the exercise and the view from the top is amazing. If I had done nothing more than sit on the balcony and gaze at the harbor, the trip would have been a success. The owner Tom greeted us cheerfully shortly after we arrived and gave us many helpful hints to make the most of our stay. It is so nice to have the advice of a local. The apartment itself is very clean and roomy. We only ran the air conditioner a short while. We slept with the doors open and drank in the ocean breezes. It was quite comfortable. Amazingly, there was little noise overnight even though we were right in the center of town. The sun comes up early in Boothbay Harbor, so be prepared to be an early riser. You will want to get up and get started on the many things to do and see in the area. My favorite thing was the sailboat ride. We just walked across the street and booked the ride as well as a trip to Cabbage Island for a lobster bake. We enjoyed shopping and browsing the Boothbay Harbor shops and eating in the local restaurants. The library was across the street and hosted a local arts and crafts fair as well. We visited the botanical gardens which were lovely. We drove to nearby sites such as L. L. Bean and Bar Harbor. There was so much to see and do in this state that we wished we could have stayed much longer. The only thing we did not enjoy was the whale watching/puffin excursion. It was too expensive for just brief glimpses of whales and tiny puffins flying in the distance. Plus, the boat goes far out in international waters which were choppy and made many people on the boat sick. We would highly recommend BoothBay Harbor and this property to anyone who wants to have a genuine Maine experience. The only drawbacks to the property were minor ones. Get ready to sleep in twin beds if you are a couple, and be prepared to wear wrinkled clothes. Even though the description says iron and board, there is none. There is a washer and dryer on site with detergent; this was quite helpful since there were only two towels to use all week. I want to end this review by saying a big thank you to Tom for being such a friendly and nice person. It was so nice meeting him and listening to his accent. Thanks!
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET M.

Perfect spot to stay

If you've never been to Boothbay Harbor - and are traveling alone or with close family or friend - this is the perfect spot to stay. You'll be in town but close enough to the water to enjoy a cup of tea or glass of wine out on the balcony and drink in the view! There are stairs to navigate but they also mean you have great cross breezes at night. The landlord is helpful, full of local information, and willing to advise. A full kitchen means you can boil your own lobster for dinner, make breakfast before you head out for the day, or pop up for lunch if you aren't in the mood for one of the great restaraurants nearby. Additionally, you can make what you want to take along for walking the nearby nature preserves or kayaking the estuaries. You will not regret choosing this spot while in BBH.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Perfect Place to Stay in Boothbay Harbor

Our stay was wonderful. The view from the balcony is a delight, made even more so when, on a lovely summer morning, one shares it with a companion, coffee in hand. The apartment is perfectly located, close to the many local restaurants and shops. Our very helpful and generous host's restaurant suggestions proved excellent. He also described a number of activities that our short stay would not permit, so we are planning to visit again. We highly recommend this rental.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lenny O.

Our home away in Boothbay Harbor

Perfecte plek voor een vakantieweek aan de kust. We voelden ons zeer welkom geheten door de eigenaar, met onze eigen vlag wapperend vanaf het balkon. Uitstekende uitvalsbasis voor geweldige tripjes per boot op zoek naar walvissen en papegaaiduikers. boothbay Harbor biedt het allemaal. Onze gastheer had een perfect logboek voorbereid met tips voor ontbijt, lunch en de heerlijkste diners. Het uitzicht vanaf ons balkon was fantastisch (zeker met het vuurwerk op 4 juli). Alle faciliteiten waren op loopafstand. De eigen parkeerplaats was luxe

About the host

Hosted by Tom

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Former city dweller living on nearby island. Appreciates classical tastes and small town charms. Antique and art collector for years.

Why they chose this property

Small town character and courtesies and village community in gorgeous unspoiled setting. Easy access to best boating on east coast of America.

What makes this property unique

Perfect dimensions for easy living. Solid and secure yet at the heart of village. Drive and park to remote parks and gardens, walk to boats, shops and restaurants.

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