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Peaceful Lake Waterfront! Automatic backup Generator! Full Kitchen! Heat & A/C

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Private entry doors with a water view
Unit faces south west for great sun exposure
Swim float. Lake water is monitored regularly for health
Fleet:  2 kayaks for 1-2 people, a kayak for 1 and life vests available
Games and puzzles in the closet

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 480.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful Lake Waterfront! Automatic backup Generator! Full Kitchen! Heat & A/C

Come enjoy the peaceful tranquility of this lakefront retreat just 5 minutes from the quaint seaside shops and restaurants of Boothbay Harbor! Also, it is 8 minutes from the Botanical Gardens. The rental is a private, bright, spacious, separate apartment in the lower level of the home with its own entrance, tall 9-ft ceilings, and LOTS of windows and glass to see the beautiful water and sunsets from each room with heat and air conditioning. Enjoy star gazing, fishing, swimming, or choose out of our mix of tandom or single kayaks to explore the mile-long lake waters.

Walk out the French doors to the stone patio or grass and listen to the loons and the wind in the trees, watch the sun sparkle off the lake, or take the short path that leads down the hill to the private dock with swim ladder and take a dip, lay out on a towel in the sun, sit on Adirondack chairs on the lakeside deck, or perch on a wooden swing near the water's edge.

The large bedroom includes a queen-sized memory foam bed and a single daybed situated nicely to look out over the water. Other guests may choose the couch/chaise in the den with self serve hideaway queen size cool gel memory foam bed.

The unit has a small but nicely equipped kitchen with appliances including stove, oven, microwave, coffee makers, steamer, instantpot and blender for your convenience and some common spices.

Bathroom has dual sinks and tub/shower combination.

Enjoy a private entrance on the water side of the home, a space separated from owner’s part of the house by a locked door, heat and air conditioning on it's own Nest zone, and parking for 1 vehicle (or 2 if we have advanced notice and squish). WIFI and Sling TV on a smart TV included. Sling is a channel app for the TV that operates through Roku. Games and puzzles line the closet shelves to encourage an unplugged experience.

Property is located on a quiet dead-end road that leads to sidewalks into town. The beautiful oceanfront route to town takes approximately 20 minutes to walk or only 5 minutes to drive in a car. This is a great starting location for exploring the rest of the Boothbay region as well! Take in area walking trails, choose a boat tour to see picturesque islands and lighthouses, take a dip in the ocean from one of the area's rocky beaches, or see the nearby Botanical Gardens.

Whole house automatic backup generator assures very little chance of being without power.

The main part of the home is a part-time vacation retreat for the owners and the price of the rental is lower than market value which reflects the possibility that you may occasionally hear signs of life from the rest of the house, but don’t worry! Many of our great 5 star reviews were from weeks we were present. Welcome!

Property manager

Wendy and Jim Barrows
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents take responsibility for children’s safety
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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
Outside, away and down wind from open windows
(Reasonably) Quiet hours outdoors from 11:00 pm- 8:00 am. Sound magnifies over the water and travels around the residential neighborhood - Thank you!
Life vests are required in the kayaks.
Due to fluctuating rainfall amounts, water levels in the lake will change and nearby rocks may become submerged so no diving off the dock. Thank you!

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
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

About the area

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this holiday home is on a lake. Boothbay Harbor Marina and Boothbay Region Land Trust are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Boothbay Railway Village and Dolphin Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boothbay Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Boothbay Region Land Trust - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 49 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham's Gourmet Market - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Lake Waterfront! Automatic backup Generator! Full Kitchen! Heat & A/C pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Lake Waterfront! Automatic backup Generator! Full Kitchen! Heat & A/C?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Lake Waterfront! Automatic backup Generator! Full Kitchen! Heat & A/C?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Lake Waterfront! Automatic backup Generator! Full Kitchen! Heat & A/C located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library, Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum and Juniper Point are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 90 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Adorable place, roomy, quiet, upscale yet felt just like home. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benny Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderful stay in every way! Beautiful view of lake, very clean, good communication, everything we needed in the kitchen…
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rubik D.

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

Little Gem

What a beautiful, spacious, ultra clean and close to town place. We absolutely enjoyed our stay here for a week and would love to stay here again if we ever come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Very Relaxing

Very nice location. It was very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim Z.

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

Quiet Get away

Beautiful water front view
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

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

Lakeside retreat

Lovely, calm location. The view out the window is exactly what you experience. Refreshing and beautiful… Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

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

A very enjoyable vacation the house had everything we needed and very close to Boothbay Harbor

Clean, well equipped with everything your would need for a weeks stay. Overlook a lake beautiful view from the bedroom each morning. enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalee H.

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

Exactly as described. Host very helpful in giving information in area ideas.

Was great, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale K.

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

Boothbay Harbor Retreat

Peaceful, private, cozy apartment. Enjoyed watching the loons. Great home base for exploring the region.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

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

Wonderful experience

The property was beautiful, clean, and had everything we needed. The host was very helpful, friendly, and gave us all information we needed. Would highly recommend staying at this location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Boothbay Bliss

Wendy's place was serene, and immaculate! Every one of us enjoyed this place. From the kayaks to the fishing or just enjoying the peacefulness from sunup to sundown this place was wonderful! The cottage was so cute and quaint with beautiful decor, the shower felt like a massage! Wendy was so kind and accommodating. The amenities of this place exceeded our expectations. We will definitely return to visit, and definitely recommend to others as well! Five star everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Connie D., Old Bridge, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house with everything you need!

Lovely house with amazing water views! Clean, quiet and exactly what we wanted. Our host Wendy made sure everything was perfect for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Great quick getaway.

Our quick trim to Maine was made even better with our accommodations. The place was ready for us as we were told, clean and supplied with anything we needed. The owners were very accessible with anything we needed. Would def stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Lovely Serene Place!

This was our second stay and we wouldn't stay anywhere else in Boothbay. The apartment is spacious, charming, and well equipped. We loved sitting by the lake watching the birds, and kayaking using the ones provided. In Boothbay our favorites were Cabbage Island Clambake, the wonderful two story bookstore with every kind of book plus toys and games, Mung Bean, an artisan's collective, and eating at the waterfront restaurants. I can't recommend Wendy's place any more highly. Plus, she is super nice and friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry F.

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

Quiet & Enjoyable

Just as the title says.....we wanted to get away (just the two of us) for a long weekend where it was quiet and we'd have the ability to reconnect. This location was perfect for us. Beautiful lake in the backyard, no street noise, very clean, just perfect. Easy ride into town, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Briana M.

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

Such a beautiful place!

Our stay was amazing! The house and the entire property were perfect - everything was so beautiful, and so well put together. Wendy really thought of everything that someone might need while staying at her place. The lake access was amazing, and the surrounding landscape was so peaceful and serene. The town was only five minutes away, and was so fun to explore. We highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a nice peaceful getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel L.

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

Comfort

I felt able to relax as soon as we walked in. The space is spacious and inviting. There wasn't anything we were lacking for a homestay. So nice to have a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Boothbay harbor retreat

The perfect place to relax and unwind! Lakefront with dock and kayaks was just what we were looking for. Wendy was a great host, gave us privacy and very prompt communication when we needed. Would love to come back! Tim
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

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

Quiet stay on the lake

This is a beautiful property on the lake. The property was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed using the kayaks and relaxing by the lake. Downtown Boothbay Harbor is only a 5 minute drive away with lots of shops and restaurants. Wendy was great at communicating with us and always replied quickly. Hope to visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

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

West Harbor Pond

Our host Wendy was awesome too us, we appreciated all her help and kindness. The place is amazing the view is priceless. Spotless and you'll find everything you need she provides anything you can think of. We loved Boothbay Harbor the beach. And we took an amazing boat ride and saw all the sites (dolphins, seals,lighthouses beautiful homes the views were endless. Thank You for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Our secret gem

Apartment is not how I would describe our place. We felt like we were in our own little sanctuary. Wendy has done wonders with the downstairs of her house. Spending the morning drinking coffee while looking out the French doors to the lake was so peaceful. The huge bathroom with double sinks worked out well when my sister joined us. We spent hours by the water enjoying the wildlife. The place was supplied with everything we needed and showed a lot of special touches that Wendy has put into the place. We are already planning to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea b.

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

Bigger than expected, comfortable and cozy with a nice view.

Wendy was so sweet and even offered to change my reservation dates due to an oncoming storm. Luckily, we didnt have to do that! The property was plowed and the path to the property entrance was safely shoveled. A beautiful place to spend a few winter nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

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

Perfect 50th Birthday Week

Your twin daughters only turn 50 once and I couldn’t have picked a better place. Only a 5 minute drive to the lovely town of Boothbay Harbor and yet the peacefulness of lake living. Owner provided everything we needed and even had kayaks and a row boat. The beautifully decorated apartment seems almost new and the furniture is comfy and clean. Loads of linens provided. Owner was so nice. A perfect host. Perfect, really!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B., Lancaster, PA USA

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

A great visit

Our host was very flexible and helped with some needed changes. The accommodation has lovely views overlooking the lake with all the bird life keeping us occupied. We walked most mornings as the neighborhood is quiet for a pleasant stroll. Apartment is nice, but we limited our cooking mainly to breakfast as kitchen is adequate but quite small. The bathroom and shower were great and the views from the windows in the comfortable bedroom were lovely as well, Our best trip was to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Don't miss it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myra K.

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

Wonderful getaway

Had a wonderful 6 day getaway at this lovely home on a pond in Booth Bay harbor. The online description of the rental is spot on. The unit is spacious and comfortable. We loved the location just outside of the harbor on a small pond. We had full use of the dock and kayaks. It was great having the access to the water and swimming, not to mention the peacefulness. Wendy was responsive and easy to communicate it. We'd love to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Wendy and Jim Barrows

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We hope you will trust that we have experience in providing a beautiful place for you to have a great stay in Boothbay Harbor!

Why they chose this property

This is a year round home with heat and air conditioning to ensure comfort in the unpredictable Maine coast weather. The view is amazing and best of all, you can step right out into the view and experience the water and landscape.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests