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HARBOR WATCH---IDYLLIC HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS OF GLITTERING CAMDEN HARBOR!

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Harbor Watch House. What a location! Views all day long....
View from the living room to the front entry and stairs
Wonderful front room, with day bed and desk.
Comfortable living area with gas fireplace. Views!
View from the living area to the kitchen. Sun drenched!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Camden, ME
  • Megunticook Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Camden Opera House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HARBOR WATCH---IDYLLIC HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS OF GLITTERING CAMDEN HARBOR!

An Idyllic home with sweeping views of glittering Camden Harbor and perfectly located in Camden village just a short walk to downtown shops and restaurants. Harbor Watch is a renovated, historic, Victorian cottage that offers commanding views of the Camden Harbor and Mount Battie from the expansive wrap-around-porch and modern amenities such as AC and ceiling fans in 3 of of the 4 bedrooms. Harbor Watch is located on a rare in-town, oversized lot with a large lawn that provides privacy for the home. This is one of the closest homes to Camden village and the inner harbor and a very unique rental opportunity.

The seaside town of Camden is known as a uniquely beautiful place where the "mountains meet the sea" and the inspiration for Edna St. Vincent Millay's world renowned poem "Renascence." It will inspire and rejuvenate you. Discover its charms and relaxed sophistication. Enjoy the universe that is Camden. Camden has it all: breathtaking lakes, mountains, a waterfall, a quaint seaside village, world-class yachtsman's harbor, Curtis Island and the incomparable sailing ground that is Penobscot bay. Experience festivals, fine dining, theater, outdoor activities (hiking, sailing, golfing, ocean kayaking to lighthouses and even downhill skiing or cross-country skiing or the National toboggan festival in the winter). Enjoy the Pop Tech conference, the Cellardoor vineyard events or the February Camden foreign policy conference. Go sightseeing and shopping, visit vineyards and art galleries and the opera house or savor seafood at a rustic lobster shack. Camden is a little bit of heaven.

Property manager

Kate Cohen

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Camden

Located in Camden, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camden Hills State Park and Fernald's Neck Preserve, while Camden Opera House and Center for Maine Contemporary Art are cultural highlights. Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes 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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Camden, ME

What's nearby

  • Megunticook Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Camden Opera House - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Camden Public Library - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mount Battie - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 28 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zoot Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Camden Farmers Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪18 Central Oyster Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Camden Deli - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HARBOR WATCH---IDYLLIC HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS OF GLITTERING CAMDEN HARBOR! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HARBOR WATCH---IDYLLIC HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS OF GLITTERING CAMDEN HARBOR!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HARBOR WATCH---IDYLLIC HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS OF GLITTERING CAMDEN HARBOR!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HARBOR WATCH---IDYLLIC HOME WITH SWEEPING VIEWS OF GLITTERING CAMDEN HARBOR! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Laite Memorial Beach, Megunticook Lake and Camden Opera House. Camden Public Library and Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

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

Location & view

My family of 6 adults, had a great week in Camden! The house was perfectly located near town, yet very peaceful, we walked everywhere. The view of the harbor is picture perfect and we were there for the Windjammer Festival, a surprise bonus, so watching them come and go right from our deck was great fun! Enjoyed a camp fire in the yard, rented kayaks to launch from nearby Laite Beach, hiked Mt. Battie, visited Rockport/Rockland, and walked the beautiful neighborhoods. The home is very well set up, my only wish was that we had more deck chairs. The listing says it accommodates up to 7 yet there were only 5 chairs on the deck, a couple more would have made it that much more comfortable. Nothing to take away from the overall experience but would have been nice to have.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Return Visit - Continues to delight!

This was a return visit for us and continues to be a delightful place. The only drawback is the one TV in the living room is extremely dated and doesn’t stream. However, when we requested a solution, the property manager responded quickly and provided her personal AppleTV!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Great visit

Exactly as advertised
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

Spectacular...In town & Harbor Views

We have stayed in this house several times and will be back again! It has unmatchable views of the Camden Harbor and a rare in-town yard that offers privacy and space for kids (and adults) to play/spread out. We spend countless hours drinking coffee on the porch watching boats come in and out of thew harbor, roasting smores over the backyard fire pit and walking 2 blocks to the candy shop, ice scream store, general market or fantastic waterfront restaurants. A special place...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Perfect Harbor View

Excellent week in this home! Had a family of 5, 3 generations, with plenty of space for additional family to come and visit! Beautiful harbor view from back deck, nice walk to town or to Laite Beach. Kitchen was well-stocked, home was clean and comfortable. Be aware that as an older home, it does have narrow stairs and no bathroom/bedroom on main floor. Had one minor problem, was quickly, professionally, and efficiently handled by Kate. We had another incredible week in Camden and would highly recommend this home for the space, comfort, cleanliness, location, and view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

review of our Camden VRBO

We loved our stay here...lovely house, beautifully decorated. The views of the harbor from the deck were dazzling. The stairs took some getting used to..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

k j., Seal Beach, CA

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

Fall Girl Trip, 2023

The home is perfectly located in the charming town of Camden...beautiful view of the harbor and walking distance to town. The deck has a great view and is a lovely place to relax. The only downside might be the steep stairs to the upstairs bedrooms, and the stairs to the downstairs bedroom and bath. There is no bathroom on the main level which might be of concern to some visitors. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and management was responsive to our concerns.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Vikki T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fall Trip

It was 4 adults getting away, we loved Camden Maine. The house was located in wonderful area. I wish the description would have included the other bathroom / bedroom was down deep in the basement. House was clean and had plenty of cookware. Fireplace was fickle, sometimes it worked other times it didn’t.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amir G.

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

Great time in Camden

House was perfect and exactly as described. Ideal location just a few minutes from all the action but the house was perfectly quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Valerie F.

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

Camden 2023

One of the best views in Camden
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

July summer stay

Harbor Watch was fantastic - extremely clean, light and bright, well-stocked, hooks everywhere, great views of harbor and boat traffic, perfect location for walks to dinner and quiet. Highly recommend for 2 couples or family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

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

Wonderful property close to town

We had a wonderful stay here! The property is as advertised with a beautiful water view and just a short walk to town. The hosts were also very prompt in their communications. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Fabulous location!

We loved our stay! It was nice to have a short walk to all Camden had to offer. The house was very charming and had everything we needed. The host had extra touches such as fresh flowers and specialty cofee. Lastly the view was beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie P.

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

Darling home

Lovely little property with sweeping bay views. Great two block walk to town for ice cream or dinner. Two blocks the other direction for Laite Beach for relaxing or paddle boarding. Highly recommend. For creature comforts like games, puzzles, books, even Bluetooth speakers you’ll need to provide your own as house is sparse. But it’s clean, comfortable and charming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Rental

We came up for our daughter's wedding at Children's Chapel/Camden Yacht Club. The location is outstanding! The house was well appointed and very comfortable, we had a wonderful time :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Wonderful Camden Visit

This property was superb for our three couples. Walking distance to town center, plenty of places to eat, very scenic. The back porch overlooking the harbor is great!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

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

Idyllic escape

Charming, super clean, great amenities. Close to town but on a quiet street. More than a typical vacation rental. Came here for a wedding but felt that we were in the honeymoon cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Great house, Great location, Great view, Stairs a bit steep

Wonderful stay, darling house!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Great property!

As advertised!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah L.

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

Enjoyable stay- amazing water views and great location

The location of this house and the amazing view can’t be beat! Walk down the hill to shops and restaurants and spend the day watching the boats go by in the harbor. A bit of an unusual layout that would be good to bear in mind in case it impacts your group- 1) no restroom on main level (full baths on level 2 and basement), 2) twin bed on level 2 has no door and no AC, 3) there weren’t a ton of places to sit inside together (which we didn’t mind since we were outside most of the time). We loved the location and thoroughly enjoyed the massive deck with bar chairs, lounge chairs, Adirondack chairs and a picnic table. The house was clean and well appointed. I’d definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

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

Beautiful view. Super close to beach and shopping/restaurants.

Loved the deck looking over the bay. Snapped some gorgeous pics at sunset one morning. Well equipped house and super clean. Enjoyed the evening conversation around the fire pit roasting marshmallows (pro tip from my daughter is to use mini waffles instead of graham crackers).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Beautiful Camden at its finest

We loved staying at this property for our family vacation. We love Camden and this home made our trip such a special time. The walkability is phenomenal and the views and yard were very much enjoyed by all of f us. We would highly recommend this beautiful home to anyone who wants the best location and view in the area. We hope to visit repeatedly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C M.

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

We are return visitors

Love the location and quaintness of the house and of course the view!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan K. F.

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

Lovely Stay with Harbor View

Spotlessly clean and beautiful home with all amenties. The view of the harbor is wonderful at all times. Just a few steps from shopping and dining. Loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marni G.

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

Location is Amazing!

This house is in the prime location for Camden. It is on a quiet street but only a few blocks to the center of everything. There are very few houses with such a great location. Great back deck overlooking the harbor.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kate Cohen

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Why they chose this property

Incredible views of Camden Harbor and a quick walk to downtown Camden help make this property a stand out for visitors to the area.

What makes this property unique

Oversized deck with sweeping views of the harbor, a double lot for playing in. AC and a gas insert fireplace help make Harbor Watch a dream vacation home.

Languages:

English, French