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3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included

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Stunning Views of Linekin Bay and beyond!
Beautiful views over Linekin Bay and beyond!
View from property
Rainbow over Cabbage Island
small shared beach for the kids to swim at high tide and explore at low tide.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Cabbage Island
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included

2025 WINDJAMMER DAYS JUNE 22 to June 28th ARE AVAILABLE, DON’T MISS OUT AND BOOK NOW!! Compass Rose is a 100 Year Old Quintessential Maine 3 Bedroom cottage with thoughtful modern updates, spectacular ocean front views and a private deep water dock and float. Wake up to the most incredible sunrises over Linekin Bay. Enjoy the large open and partially covered deck with expansive views to Linekin Bay, Cabbage Island and the open ocean. Kayak, paddle board or swim right from your own private dock. Kids can enjoy the small shared beach area next to the house to swim between mid and high tide and collect shells and sea glass at low tide.

Compass Rose is just 1.2 miles away from Boothbay Harbor Center where there are an abundance of shops, restaurants, fishing charters, harbor cruises, whale watches and more! Enjoy hiking trails and two beautiful parks all within walking distance from the cottage. Linkein Bay Resort is just a stones throw from the cottage which offers an amazing restaurant, outdoor bar and grill that offers excellent food and live music. Included with your stay is a pass to enjoy all of the amenities of Linekin Bay Resort Including:

Heated Oceanfront Salt Water Swimming Pool
Kayaks
Paddleboards
Canoes
Sailing (additional fee)
Tennis/Pickleball
Basketball
Volleyball
Bocci Ball
Badminton
Corn Hole
Access to Hiking Trails
Nightly S'mores around the fire pit
10% off Dining
*Some blackout dates apply for weddings

This comfortable, cozy cottage boasts a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to make a great meal when the view is too good to leave. Dine indoors or out and enjoy the comfortable living room with tastefully updated coastal furniture. Light a fire to stay warm on those cool nights and cottage has AC units for those hot summer days.

Property manager

Matt Messer

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please no unattended children on the deck or dock
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only. Needs to be discussed with owners.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cottage is on an older OBD system for septic. Please use water conservatively and spread usage throughout the day as not to overwhelm the system.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this cottage is on the waterfront. Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ovens Mouth Preserve and Linekin Bay. Maine State Aquarium and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Boothbay Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Cabbage Island - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Barrett Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 50 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham's Gourmet Market - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Bedroom Oceanfront Cottage, private dock Linekin Bay Resort Amenities Included located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Linekin Bay and Cabbage Island. Barrett Park and Fisherman's Memorial Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect porch!

We had the most relaxing and peaceful time at the cottage, just sitting in the porch watching the lobster boats right in front of you was wonderful! What spectacular views. The resort next door was fabulous to have access to.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon U.

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

Perfect Anniversary Getaway!

We celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary here and it was such a perfect trip! The Compass Rose Cottage is so charming and the location is absolutely perfect! The cottage, situated on the rocks, overlooks the stunning bay with close access to the downtown area. We loved reading about the history of the cottage and venturing over to Linekin Resort - such a great added bonus. Matt was a wonderful and helpful host who made our stay so welcoming and special. I wish I could bottle up this cottage and keep it forever - but we at least have all the wonderful memories! Thank you for sharing it with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Linekin Bay

Very much enjoyed the property and the personal touch of having the owner, Matt, help me out on accessing the Wi-Fi Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine f.

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

Beautifully decorated old style cottage on the water Comfortable, cozy and stylish Maine decor

So close to the sea, breathtaking from the sunrises to the star-filled night sky, abundant with nature and an ever changing view. Mackerel fishing off the dock, happy hour at sunset on the comfortable deck! Love it! The kitchen is a bit too tiny but who cares?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Oceanfront Cottage Happiness

We recently stayed at this property for a week, had a wonderful and memorial experience. The host was great with correspondence, the house was clean and had everything you'd could need. The history of the house that was provided was interesting and there was a well provided guide of where to eat, things to do and more. Our sons enjoyed fishing off the dock and catching mackerel. Access to Linekin Bay Resort was a big plus too! I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

A wonderful time

We had a wonderful week at The Compass Rose Cottage!! The cottage is exactly as pictured, so charming, spotlessly clean and had everything we could possibly need for a week in Maine. The location is perfect, everything we wanted to do and see was 5 minutes away. You can't beat the view from the deck. The owners were extremely helpful and easy to reach. Having access to the neighboring resort was a great bonus. Thanks again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Z.

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

Another wonderful stay!

This was our second stay at Compass Rose, and once again, it was wonderful. I can't say enough about the breathtaking views from the deck (and the dock) - from sunrise to sunset, watching the tide roll in and out, along with the picturesque blue skies and sailboats. We enjoyed the restaurants and shops in Boothbay Harbor. We also used the pool, kayaks and tennis courts - some of the amenities that were provided by our hosts through Linekin Bay Resort. Matt was very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend Compass Rose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Z.

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

Amazing stay

We very much enjoyed our stay at Compass Rose cottage. We loved spending time on the deck and dock just relaxing and taking in the beautiful views. The cottage is very charming, well equipped, and we did not want for anything. The cottage is also well located just a short distance from Boothbay Harbor where we enjoyed the local shops and restaurants. We also explored the beach, preserves and a restaurant in Southport Harbor. Having access to the amenities at Linekin Bay Resort is a huge plus. We played tennis and our sons swam in the saltwater pool. All combined, we had an amazing stay and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Lovely home / Matt and Jen were great

The home was comfortable , and well stocked with anything we needed . We will definitely be back .
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B., Arlington, VA, USA

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

Another great visit to Boothbay

We just wrapped another great stay at this cozy, charming summer cottage on Linekin Bay. The view from the deck is fantastic and Jen And Matt have arranged for everything a small group or family needs to enjoy a coastal Maine vacation. Access to the Linekin Bay Resort, just a few steps down the road, is a huge plus and provides the best of both worlds — all the amenities of the resort, including the restaurant and bar, and your own private space and deck and dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danna K.

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

Great time

We had a great time. The view is outstanding. Stay was very relaxing simply hanging on the deck and dock. The water was cold, but we managed to swim. Used kayaks from Linekin Bay and took a puffin cruise. Loved the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Pure awesomeness!

What a find! Matt and Jen’s 100 year old cottage is rustic but so charming and cozy. And the view is simply breathtaking! We spent hours on the deck overlooking the bay. It was always quiet, calm and very peaceful! We loved Compass Rose and Linekin Bay Resort which is just down the street. It was a wonderful week and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Fantastic water views in a quaint cozy cottage

The cottage is cozy but very well equipped and the access to nearby Linekin Bay resort make this a wonderful destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Jennifer W.

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

Absolutely fantastic cottage on the water

We stayed two weeks at Matt and Jen’s cottage. The first week was rainy and foggy. The second week was mostly beautiful and sunny. Hence, we had a lot of time to live in this house and on this property. It is absolutely as described in the listing, The beds are completely comfortable, the kitchen is stocked with pretty much everything you will need, and the dining and living rooms are cozy, but still large enough for four of us plus two 75-pound dogs to move around. It goes without saying that the views from the porch and off the dock are stupendous. The last thing that makes this cottage so great is that it is literally three doors down from the Linekin Bay Resort. We used their restaurant, bar, kayaks, and sailboats, frequently. And the staff over there are super friendly. I cannot say enough good things about our two weeks stay at this place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman M.

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

Great time!

Love our time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Cute cottage, great location

My family of six stayed in this cute cottage for a long weekend in June. It has a great patio and dock. The access to Linekin resort is really nice. We used the pool, kayaks, and restaurant. The cottage is also a very short drive to town. The owners were easy to communicate with. I’d definitely recommend this place others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

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

Perfection on Maine's mid-coast

Everything was perfection at this property. The location can't be beat. The cottage sits right on a small quite harbor, with a large porch looking out over it. It's located on a less traveled peninsula in Boothbay Harbor, five minutes drive from downtown. It also is right next to Linekin Bay Resort, so you can enjoy some of the Resort amenities. We got to use the tennis courts during our stay. The interior of the cottage is very well appointed. The building is old, but rich with character. The furnishings and decorations chosen with taste. Importantly there was both heat for our cool mid-October stay, but saw ACs were available for stays during the warmer parts of the season. Plenty of activities for the youngsters was also very much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

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

A gem on the water!

This cottage is everything they advertised and more! You cannot beat the location, the porch overlooking the bay was the perfect setting for coffee every morning to watch the sunrise. We went in early October so it was a bit chilly when we arrived but once we turned on the downstairs heater, the cottage was nice and cozy! Our dog loved being so close to the water and he loved running around the beachy area during low tide! We will definitely be back during the summer months to see what the bay has to offer in the warmer months as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harold M.

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

A relaxing place

The property is a wonderful older camp with everything you need to be very comfortable. It feels like a well loved place, with great views of the water. Nice just to sit on the porch over looking the water, watching loons fishing and talking. Get lost in a book and completely relax. No need to go anywhere! I will be back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B., Arlington, VA, USA

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

Classic Maine cottage in Boothbay

The view from the deck is priceless and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our 3 kids. Access to the Linekin Bay Resort makes this a great combo -- a classic and private cottage on the water yet only steps away from all the amenities and restaurant of the resort. Matt was very responsive prior to and during the week and we didn't have any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Beautiful spot!

The epitome of Maine living - charming, simple and nature at its best! We definitely hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful property with the option to do lots of stuff on the water.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana V.

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Tranquil retreat

Such a beautiful place and so serene. I almost didn't want to leave the porch! Loved the house (we particularly appreciated the mix of vintage decor with more modern, comfier furniture, like beds, where it counted), kayaking right off the dock, and the proximity to Linekin Bay Resort for a nice dinner (even if we spent far more of our time eating at Shannon's Unshelled) and to Barrett Park, which our dog enjoyed as much as we did. At a remove from town, the cottage was just the respite we were looking for, and Matt and Jen provided everything we needed and more (thank you so much!!).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Perfect getaway

The Messer family thought of every detail. The house was clean, well organized and perfectly located on the water and within walking distance of town. We had a wonderful time snuggling up with a book by the fireplace, going to the botanical gardens, fishing off the dock, and playing lots of games. They were wonderful hosts and we look forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Lovely family time stay!

Loved the quaint cottage feel! Fishing off the dock was a huge hit, especially in rainy and cloudy weather. Beautiful spot. Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matt Messer

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We have been enjoying the Boothbay Harbor area for many years and it has been our dream to someday own a property here. We love the natural beauty and take advantage of all of the various activities you can do here including kayaking and hiking.

What makes this property unique

Having your own private Oceanfront Cottage and deep water dock while being able to enjoy all the amenities Linekin Bay Resort has to offer!

Languages:

English