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Maine Bed & Boat, NEBI on the scenic Damariscotta River

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A dining table with four wooden chairs, a metal bucket with a bottle, and plates and cutlery on the table.
A boat's interior with a wooden deck, a control station, a cushioned seating area, and a view of the water.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a microwave, and a dining area with a wooden table and white cushioned seating.
A cabin with a bed, wooden cabinets, a small kitchenette, and framed pictures on the wall.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Damariscotta, ME
  • Place, Frances Perkins Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Damariscotta

Located in Damariscotta, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Monkey C Monkey Do and Dolphin Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site and Hidden Valley Nature Center. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Damariscotta, ME

What's nearby

  • Frances Perkins Center - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Damariscotta Farmer's Market - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Damariscotta Lake - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Oxbow Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Alna Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Schooner Landing - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Bed & Boat, NEBI on the scenic Damariscotta River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maine Bed & Boat, NEBI on the scenic Damariscotta River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maine Bed & Boat, NEBI on the scenic Damariscotta River?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Bed & Boat, NEBI on the scenic Damariscotta River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maine Bed & Boat, NEBI on the scenic Damariscotta River located?

Located in the heart of Damariscotta, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Frances Perkins Center and Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery. Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site and Little Point are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay on the Nebi. The close proximity to downtown and being on the water makes this experience even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have enjoyed time on Olga’s and Chip’s boats in Damariscotta for a number of years, and every year it is a highlight of our summer. Olga and Chip are always so responsive and helpful with any questions we have, and make us feel so welcome. We love our time on these beautiful boats on the Damariscotta River, and love spending time as a family enjoying the incredible views, swimming in the warm waters of the Damariscotta, and exploring the wonderful restaurants and shops in this lovely town. Thank you, as always, for a wonderful vacation!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another lovely stay at Maine Bed & Boat in Damariscotta. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Liveaboard fun

Really enjoyed our stay on the Nebi. If you've never stayed on a boat before, there may be a couple of things to get used to like the small bathrooms (aka the head) and little kitchenette, but overall it was quite comfortable. Great way to get a taste of boat life.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Dear Mark, We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience!

We had a great experience staying on the boat. It was special having morning coffee on deck while watching the sea birds. The accommodations and location are excellent. Great restaurants on and near the dock. Olga and Chip are wonderful. Their instructions on board the boat made everything easy. We will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Dear John, Thank you so much for choosing the Nebi for your stay in Maine! We're so glad you had a great time, and it was a pleasure hosting you. It's guests like you that make hosting such a rewarding experience. We would love to welcome you back anytime in the future!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication

Need TLC

The boat was very comfortable. But could use a little TLC the exterior was a little rough. The interior was as expected no surprises here except when you opened up the main berth closet. There are damp smelly cushions from outdoors being stored inside that reek. several light bulbs need replaced throughout. The Plastic coffee cups make your coffee taste like plastic and need replacing. There is no Television or internet access so you are not even able to stream movies if you have your lap top. In our opinion the boat should be rotated 180 degrees on the dock so when you are using the aft deck you can enjoy the scenery not the other boat and the bar view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2023
Dear Kim and Kevin. We rated your stay 1 star because you failed to close the windows in the morning of your departure in the pouring rain, which caused significant damage in the bathroom and bedroom area. Thank you for your constructive criticism. We greeted you upon your arrival, answered some questions you had and asked to please contact us if you have any concerns or further questions. We have high-speed internet service on the boat. Information on how to use it was in your welcome letter and also in the welcome book. We took care of changing 2 light bulbs in a minute and the damp cushions were taken to dry cleaning. We provide locally sourced, complementary coffee but no plastic cups.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay.

Staying on the boat was super fun. The location is perfection. We had great food and great music right next door. Can't say enough good things about our.experiemce
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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