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Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Place, Burnt Island Living Lighthouse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Single 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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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
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.

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Property # 500095vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this apartment is in the city centre and near theme parks. Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are local landmarks, and travellers 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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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 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boothbay Region Land Trust - 11 min walk - 1.0 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
  • ‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Location and above it all. Updated & Refreshed.?

On-site 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.?

Checkout 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 within a 5-minute walk of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Boothbay Harbor Marina. Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
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

Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Glad to have you. Come back again when things are in full swing.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Thanks Tod - you were most welcome and were a great guest as you explored the region intrepidly. We look forward to seeing you again when you need a long vacation.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Alas. I'm full of shame for a pie-less stay. They checked in on an usual day of week (monday) when best pie lady has day off. I made the mistake of letting my guests know - and then promptly forgot all about getting one Tuesday. They reminded me on their last night - too late for recovery - they got the best molasses cookies. I'll never live it down. They were lovely guests otherwise - took all the advice and then explored intrepidly to make the most of their week. They'd be welcome back any time for me to try and improve on my service levels. ;)
Verified

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
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Another respectful and delightful set of guests determined to have fun and always welcome back.
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for your stay and your comments. Yes - two flights (to floor 3) - but then the views over the harbor are fabulous and most guests there feel it's worth it. I was a bit surprised about the stove which is full sized on that floor (apartment sized on floor 2) - and it's like a lot of things in the building - in perfect condition (practically never used by guests) and vintage like me. Ruthie accepts the compliments - she has enjoyed the guests as much as they her. Come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john p.

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

Beautiful view

Loved the location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for these kind words. Clients like this make it a pleasure to make sure their time here is special.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
We enjoyed having you in our little corner of the world.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Wonderful, quiet, respectful guest who listened to advice and appeared to have a great time.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
We were glad to have you and hope you return soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Another wonderful guest who went with the flow and brought an interesting history of travel with them!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Another great guest who came here to relax and new exactly how to do it right.
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Quiet respectful and obviously enjoying themselves they were easy to host and would be welcome back anytime!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Well of course the feelings are mutual. I look forward to your return.
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for your kind words!
Archival

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
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
You had such a busy schedule we hardly got to know you. I'm so glad you used this as your base to return home to family. Please do come again.
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Wonderful people - and we'd love to have you back.
Archival

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!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for your review - it was pretty clear you didn't want to go! The great pleasure of the place has been in meeting people like you - who are open to suggestions and enthusiastic about the place - and our little piece of heaven on earth. The location is the best in town - as I'm told over an over again and you took full advantage of it - and the apartment is quite comfortable - but there's always things I'll need to do - it's an old building with lots of charm (a euphemism for "projects"). I have to laugh about the "accent" comment as I am (as I explained) from Boston and a Mainer would be offended if I didn't make that clear (!). And, mea culpa, there is no iron (I am fearful of fires) and did have a steamer (for those pesky rinkles) - but the truth is no one asks any more. The twin beds are as advertised and have been quite popular with Sisters, friends traveling together... etc... and I've been asked to stick with them (and they're antique frames - like me - so they don't join together well). Guests who want a queen bed are encouraged to rent 500093 in the same building. You both were a lot of fun and I really enjoyed meeting you in what is, in-the-end, a personal relationship between a homeowner and his guests. And you left the place spotlessly!
Archival

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.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
I am so glad that we could be the place for your escape from Houston heat. Yes, thank you for reminding people that there are stairs to navigate and once settled you can't get much better views over our classic harbor. And thank you for taking time to write a review - so many others have said the same things in person in our busy summer - but saying it on line really helps.
Archival

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.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for your kind words. As others will note, when there is a time between other reservations in high season that is less than 7 days I may allow shorter stays on a case-by-case basis. I knew from our discussions that you both needed this getaway and I hope that you can come back for a longer stay soon.
Archival

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for writing this review in your native language. I had a lot of fun with Google Translate! Good guests keep coming in from around the world and it was a pleasure flying the flag of the Netherlands with the U.S. flag on our own national holiday. Please come back soon and bring your friends - you brought fantastic weather!

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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