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A Chic Loft overlooking the Working Waterfront

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10

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Popular LocationBurnt Island Living Lighthouse4 min walk
  • Popular LocationBoothbay Harbor Marina7 min walk
  • Popular LocationOpera House at Boothbay Harbor10 min walk
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)56 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home within walking distance to shops & restaurants. The house was clean & comfortable. My husband & I stayed ...
Mary H.
Oct. 21, 2022

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

A Chic Loft overlooking the Working Waterfront

The Boat House is a home with a gallery feel, the space has soaring ceilings and a wall of windows overlooking the Boothbay Shipyard, harbor and Islands beyond. There are many original oil paintings and antiques mixed with bold, modern furnishings adding to the bohemian/industrial feel. Currently there is a quiet office space on the first floor for a non profit (with no employees) with the residents occupying the building's spacious 2nd and 3rd stories. The three-story deck offers outdoor dining spaces, a gas grill and a comfortable lofty perch to take in the unique view overlooking homes, commercial buildings and the harbor.

Located near the end of Commercial Street in downtown Boothbay Harbor Maine, this unique home is close enough to walk to the center of the harbor's activities. Situated across the street from a historic shipyard, and a stone's throw from the ocean, the Boat House is a perfect getaway for families with children, pets or both.

With three bedrooms, there is plenty of space to enjoy your Maine vacation; two rooms have queen beds, and the third bedroom has a twin-over-full bunk bed. The Boat House has two full baths, with tub/shower combinations, one on each floor.

The Boat House does require stairs to access- it is comprised of the second and third story of a three story building. With a full kitchen, dining area and laundry facilities, and hotel quality linens, this well furnished vacation destination is sure to feel like your home away from home.

Guests of the Boat House are welcome to Topside Inn’s concierge services to help with restaurant reservations and more to help you plan a perfect Boothbay Harbor vacation. Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests of the three vacation homes for breakfast at the inn. Please feel free to contact us at the inn with any questions or should you need assistance with making a reservation.

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Property manager

Mark
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Century-old oceanfront home with wraparound porch - walk downtown, dogs OK
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
8.6 out of 10, (28 reviews)
Century-old oceanfront home with wraparound porch - walk downtown, dogs OK

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

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 first aid kit

About the area

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library. 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 - 4 min walk
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 7 min walk
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 10 min walk
  • Boothbay Railway Village - 3 min drive
  • Barrett Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 47 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Footbridge Brewery - 7 min walk
  • Robinson's Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Boothbay Lobster Wharf - 4 min drive
  • Red Cup Coffee House - 6 min walk
  • Mine Oyster - 7 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Gladstone, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Boothbay Harbor
Beautiful home within walking distance to shops & restaurants. The house was clean & comfortable. My husband & I stayed for 3 nights with another couple & we really enjoyed our stay. Mark was great & we appreciated all the suggestions for places to go. Thanks for a great stay! Mary & Steve
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Mark was an exceptional host. Everything was perfect for us. The home is in a great location, close to all the shops and restaurants. We walked nearly everywhere with a few exceptions outside of town. The cleaning was outstanding! The deck looks out onto a shipyard by the water where a boat from the 1800s was being restored. The view of the harbor is just beautiful. We LOVED our stay here. No wonder it was a resounding 5.0 star review. We give it the same rating. If you like staying in all the action of a small town this place is for you. Thanks Mark (and Buzz) for your help and your perfect hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike Y., Wayland, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and a unique and comfortable home
My wife, dog and I had a great stay at Mark's Boathouse. The location is amazing as it overlooks the shipyard and harbor. The house is comfortable, clean and well appointed. It is also walking distance to anything you need, but outside of the hustle and bustle of downtown. Mark was great to work with and in touch and available without being intrusive. We would highly recommend the Boathouse and we will certainly be visiting Mark's other properties.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week in Boothbay
Great property within walking distance to just about everything you’d want to do while in Boothbay. Very communicative property manager - highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Quite and Tucked away
I enjoyed my stay here very much, well equipped with everything needed along with nice clean beds and bathrooms. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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We are Mark & Buzz, we have lived in Boothbay Harbor since 2003 and own the Topside Inn and Mid-Town Motel. We have four rental homes in the area as part of the Boothbay Vacation Home portfolio; “Dock View” and ‘The Boathouse” are in the downtown area, “Water’s Edge Cottage” is on Linekin Bay and “The Lake House” is located on West Harbor Pond. We are very fortunate to be able to live and work is such an incredibly beautiful area and we are here to answer any questions and help our guests plan a fun and relaxing vacation in mid-coast Maine. Do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions.

Why they chose this property

This is a wonderful property, with a great vibe. Built in the 1970's the home is retro and modern and the same time. The first floor has a full kitchen that opens to a large dining room with a long wooden table that comfortable fits 8 to 10 guests. There is a small sitting area for the adults to relax and play cards. There are windows on three sides with views over the street and shipyard. There is a full bathroom and laundry on this level.
Up a wooden spiral staircase is a large living room with soaring vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows looking out over the tops of the shipyard buildings to the harbor and island beyond. The three bedroom and full bathroom are also on the level.
The three-story deck has comfortable furniture, dining table and chairs and a gas grill. The gallery space on the first floor is currently not occupied.

We have all stayed in 'rental properties' that feel like rental properties; minimal kitchen equipment, 1 pot, 1 pan, 8 plates, 8 knives, forks and spoons, sparsely furnished rooms and bathrooms, and art from HomeGoods (I do like HomeGoods). This is not what you will find at our properties. We have lived in three of the four homes and have outfitted and furnished these homes completely. You will feel like you are staying at a friend’s home who happens to be away. The art work is real, the furniture is high quality and we use the same high-end linens we use at our five-star hotel. We have had guests cook Thanksgiving dinner at our homes and we very happy to find everything they needed. And, if something is missing, we are there to take care of it for you.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location, views and setting. We were named "Innkeepers of the Year" for 2020 by HospitalityMaine. We know how to take care of our properties and our guests.

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