Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room
Lobster Cove Cottage
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Cute and comfortable, this quiet cottage built in 1800 offers a peaceful escape for those in search of a tranquil Boothbay Harbor experience. Unplug and appreciate the surroundings in the warmth of the sunroom. The living room includes more blankets, additional seating, and a resituated pull-out couch for optimal lounging as you watch TV. Enjoy a peaceful night's rest on the California King bed in the main bedroom, just updated in December 2024. Need some quiet time? Enjoy the separate bunkhouse that has been converted into a comfortable, relaxing space with a library. The Lobster Trap, a three-season (spring, summer, and fall) garage hangout space, features cozy blankets, an electric fireplace, a couch, a custom bar with bar stools, a Fire TV, and a full-sized refrigerator. For fun, try the ping-pong table, the dartboard, the deluxe Scrabble board, or a game of Hook 21. The yoga mat is perfect for winding down, as are the L.L. Bean rocking chairs.
Take a walk through the neighborhood on your way to the beach at Barrett Park. The cottage is located on 1.5 acres giving it a secluded feel. There are also great outdoor spaces, including two lawns for the kids to play on, a firepit location with Adirondack chairs and new solar lighting for family gatherings, a propane grill, and many lawn games included with the property. Indulge in grilled meals on the new custom-built picnic table. There is very little light pollution on the property so the stars are beautiful if you are interested in stargazing. When it's time to call it a night, take refuge in the primary bedroom and turn on the electric fireplace for a cozy ambience as you drift to sleep.
This home sits within walking distance of Barrett Park (three-quarters of a mile south), where you can have a scenic picnic or swim in the waters of Lewis Cove. Downtown Boothbay Harbor is one mile west across the footbridge, home to beautiful marinas, fantastic restaurants, and charming shops. The area immediately surrounding town is similarly full of activities. It is also less than three miles from the Boothbay Harbor Country Club. Take the kids to the Maine State Aquarium, located four miles west. The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also just four miles away, where you can walk the trails to view 250 acres of manicured gardens and natural landscape.
This home has been the epitome of a coastal Maine home for over 222 years. The charm and solid construction is both timeless and enduring. You'll enjoy the cottage and all that the Boothbay Harbor area offers during your stay.
THINGS TO KNOW Streaming services are available with guests' own account(s). Guests can enjoy access to books, card games, puzzles for indoor fun, cornhole boards, a football, a soccer ball, and a Frisbee for outdoor fun. This home lies along the summer trolley route, which is free of charge and will bring you around Boothbay Harbor.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room?
As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room on 11 May, 2026 start from S$207, 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 Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Boothbay Harbor cottage with partial AC, full kitchen, and sun room located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Linekin Bay and Cabbage Island. Barrett Park and Fisherman's Memorial Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Was super charming! Cottage is in a quiet neighborhood and was easy walking distance to the nearby Barrett Park and town of Boothbay Harbor. Feels like you're staying in something historical. Very clean and extremely well supplied on everything!
Josh C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathi S.
7 Aug, 2025
Home away from home!!!
Love the coastal cottage atmosphere!! Plenty of everything you need is provided!! Will book again for gardens aglow!!
Enjoyable stay in very clean and tidy charming house! We loved our walk to Barrett Park along the water, shopping downtown at fun convenient shops, dining at three good restaurants. (Port of Italy, McSeasgull, and Blue Moon for breakfast. The Library and game room were there if we needed them, but were content to sit on the Library porch and read, listening to the birds.Loved being close to the water!Thank you from us all! Looking forward to a return visit.
We had a wonderful stay in this charming cottage. Lots of character and attention to details. It had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. We went to Barrett's Park every day. It's about a 12 minute walk from the cottage but since it's pretty hilly we drove. Our boys our 10 and 13 and they caught hermit crabs during low tide and swam during high tide. So glad this home was available during our family vacation! Hope to be back one day.
Very nice, comfortable property. Well appointed, nice linens and comfortable beds.
Very convenient to everything
karen l.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alison H.
1 Jan, 2024
Great place!
We loved the location and coziness of the home. It had everything we needed for two kids. We all loved everything about it!
Alison H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kristin s.
3 Jul, 2023
Location was good. Neighborhood is quiet. Very clean place. Good for small family.
Location was good. Neighborhood is quiet. Very clean place. Good for small family.
Kristin s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leslie P.
11 Jun, 2024
Senior Trip for my daughter
We came to Boothbay Maine for my daughters senior trip and had an amazing g time. The cottage was so comfortable and we never wanted for anything g. It had such character and charm. Everything we needed was there and it was so very peaceful and quiet.
Thi cottage was adorable, very clean and well-equipped. It was great for me and my 12 year old, but not the best for my elderly parents with bedrooms and the bathroom upstairs.
Merrill B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
25 Jun, 2024
Cute cottage
This cute cottage is out of the way of the hubbub of town but close enough to enjoy. House is old so floors aren’t even and stairs are narrow but that adds to the experience!! They have definitely thought of all the things you need and supplies then. The lobster trap out back was fun with lots of games and cool place to hang out.
Melissa B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
David
13 May, 2024
Very dated, floors uneven, felt cramped with three people, not for the elderly, couch in living room was like sitting on a rock! Overall it was clean but won’t stay again…sorry just trying to be truthful! Master bedroom bed was very comfortable but watch out on the stairs and DUCK at bottom so you don’t bang your head?spiders in showers!
David
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
4 Jun, 2024
Celebration of Life , Needed room for 4 family members with quiet areas !!
The house was , very clean , fantastic little reading areas , tons of board games , The new- bar Garage will be fantastic for Teens to hang out or guests to enjoy sporting events, very nice Fire Pit area too. Your able to walk to Barrett Park as all cars are cautious to walkers , .
For us the upstairs shower worked , but could be an issue for people with mobility issue.
The garbage cans are an issue, I suggest metal cans , sadly the grass wasn't cut , over a ft tall !! I hoping it was a memorial Weekend miscommunication, we could use the yard as much as we liked because of time of year for ticks
Over all I would definitely come back , Very Special Maine Cape, Beautifully Decorated, House is stocked with everything you need, Tons of snuggly blankets !! Best Bean Bag Chairs every !! My score 99 /100
This is a very charming cottage with a lot of character and great location. We especially appreciated all the tips on restaurants and things to do. It’s on the trolley route and close to the foot bridge. Cons include the tiny bathroom (this would not be a good property for people of size. There is a tiny RV type shower. My husband and I and our 3 young kids were fine for 3 nights but wouldn’t want to stay longer). This is also not a kitchen you’d want to cook in. No dishwasher (which was advertised) and not a lot of counter space. This was fine for us as we ate out for lunches and dinners and just had simple breakfast items there so it worked well. The floors and ceilings are all slanted and wouldn’t be good for those with mobility issues. It was fine for us but would want others aware of that. This is also not a lounging type house if you’re looking for a property to lounge around on comfy furniture, etc. There isn’t space for that. We did appreciate the blankets though and homey touches. Overall, this is a great place for a small, young family that is close to everything but wouldn’t want to stay longer than 3 days. Lots of charm and character and fun to say you stayed at a cottage from the 1800’s. Also- I know it advertises sleeping 7 but I wouldn’t do more than 5 and no more than 3 adults as it’s very tiny. Kitchen and bath updates are needed but fine for a short, quick stay. There was also a nice outdoor fire pit (we didn’t have time to use it).
Jessica L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback about your stay at the charming cottage. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the great location, the trolley route access, and the helpful tips on local restaurants and activities. It’s wonderful to know the home’s unique character and cozy touches, like the blankets and outdoor fire pit, added to your experience. We truly appreciate your thoughtful insights regarding the bathroom size, kitchen amenities, and the layout with slanted floors and ceilings. Your observations about the suitability for small families and the space limitations are very helpful for us and future guests. We’ll be sure to pass along your comments about potential updates to the kitchen and bath to our local team for consideration. Thank you again for choosing Vacasa and for taking the time to provide such a thorough review. We hope to welcome you and your family back for another memorable stay soon.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Luana C.
8 Dec, 2023
Very cute, not at all as it was explained
The house was very cute, convenient distance to town, and had everything we needed in the kitchen.
The lamp in the room with the double bed had no chain and was off, so we had to move another lamp into that room for light.
There was no place in the description that said the sun room was not insulated. I would highly recommend putting that as a disclaimer, especially in colder months, as we did not feel comfortable having our son sleep out there with temperature being low. The fireplace helped but not enough to be comfortable sleeping, and we had to have him sleep with us in the King.
The advertisement made it seem like there was a double bed in addition to two trundle beds, so we were a little surprised by the sleeping arrangements. There is one King, one double trundle bed, and one twin trundle bed in the sun room.
There was a note with a key saying that we had access to the reading shed and the garage lounge, but the note online said there was no access to the garage so it was very confusing. Also, the key worked for the reading shed but we were not able to access the garage. Maybe they didn't want us to have access because of the season and cold weather?
Not a bad place and would have been much more lovely in the summer, especially now that we understand exactly what the sleeping arrangements were.
Luana C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec, 2023
We hope to be notified of anything less than satisfactory during your stay, as we strive to provide each and every guest with the very best vacation experience. We look forward to hosting you for a true 5-star stay in the future!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Cindy A.
12 Oct, 2023
Cute place in a good location
We enjoyed the cottage in this location - which was close to town, restaurants and a park. The Botanical Gardens are just a short drive away and we enjoyed that one day, and then the Harbor Cruises are great! We took one that included pulling a lobster trap. Great narrator on the boat.
Very interesting and beautiful cruise. The restaurant we enjoyed most was the Tugboat Inn. The staff was amazing, the food was delicious and the drinks were great. The best spot we dined while there. The cottage has everything you need in the kitchen, and the largest bedroom upstairs was very comfy (that was where I slept!). The furniture downstairs was comfortable as well.
We did have a few glitches with our stay, and one was the trash as noted by a previous guest. We contacted Vacasa and the Rubbish company was there the following day but i think the issue was that the previous guests did not follow the instruction to leave the trash bags in the trash cans out back.
The other issue that didn't really bother us but would have really bothered a friend of ours (or anyone with allergies) who decided not come is the mustiness/smell in the house, which was mild, but in the other two buildings it was strong. The other two buildings were adorable, one is a library and one is a game room. Both of these were musty - which I am sure is because they are closed up and there has been a lot of rain this summer.
As for walking to town, the road is EXTREMELY curvy and hilly and we did not feel safe walking on the road due to fast traffic and no sidewalks or shoulder on the road.
The house is very old, and quaint, but we enjoyed our time there. Decor is very cute. If you are old like me, be careful if you sit in the very comfy big bean bags!! I needed a lift from my friends to get up!! haha!! All in all, we had a great time!
Cindy A.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2023
Hello Cindy, we are disappointed to hear that we dropped the ball this time, as this is not the high standard of guest satisfaction and cleanliness that we hold ourselves to. We have provided your valuable feedback to our local manager to address with our housekeeping team.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barbara M.
5 Dec, 2022
Cozy Lobster Cove Cottage
We loved the cozy feel of Lobster Cove Cottage. From the fully stocked kitchen to the snuggly blankets strategically placed throughout, we felt right at home. We had plenty of space for our family’s party of six. The beds were comfy, and the electric fireplace in the living room provided an extra level of warmth when we returned from our Gardens Aglow visit to the nearby Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.
We also enjoyed venturing into the Lobster Library during the day and selected a few books to bring back to the inviting sunporch, where we read and napped in the sun while lounging in the oversized chair and daybed areas. There was a good assortment of board, card, and lawn games, and if it hadn’t rained, we would have taken advantage of the grill, firepit and Adirondack chairs.
This 1800s cottage is comfortable and has plenty of room for families to spread out. It really felt like home to us during our stay.
Barbara M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandi D.
11 Oct, 2022
Ladies weekend at this little slice of Heaven!
If you're looking for the perfect getaway look no further than this sweet cottage. The owners of this cozy cottage have thought of everything you'll need including an assortment of extra charging cords, blue tooth speakers that connect to your phone, & wifi and It is perfectly located to so much of Boothbay. We walked everywhere! We can't say enough about this sweet cottage and we can't wait for our next ladies weekend!
Sandi D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
George H.
2 Oct, 2022
Perfect!
This is the all around best little cottage ever…really!