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Schönes Haus am Wasser, am Hafen gelegen

Dieses Ferienhaus am Wasser bietet eine KĂŒche und einen Patio

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Jachthafen
Außenbereich
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Jachthafen
Außenbereich

Bewertungen

10 von 10.
Außergewöhnlich
2 Schlafzimmer2 BadezimmerPlatz fĂŒr 4 GĂ€ste130.1 mÂČ

Beliebte Annehmlichkeiten

  • Blick auf den Ozean
  • KĂŒche
  • Waschmaschine
  • Trockner
  • Außenbereich
  • ParkplĂ€tze verfĂŒgbar

Lerne die Gegend kennen

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Place, Burnt Island Living Lighthouse (Leuchtturm)
    â€Ș5 Gehminuten‬
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina (Jachthafen)
    â€Ș8 Gehminuten‬
  • Place, Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    â€Ș11 Gehminuten‬
  • Airport, Rockland, Maine (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    â€Ș68 Autominuten‬

Zimmer und Betten

2 Schlafzimmer (Platz fĂŒr 4 Personen)

Schlafzimmer 1

1 Queen-Bett

Schlafzimmer 2

1 Queen-Bett

2 Badezimmer

Badezimmer 1

Badewanne · Toilette · Nur Dusche

Badezimmer 2

Badewanne · Toilette · Nur Dusche

Weitere RĂ€umlichkeiten

Terrasse oder Patio
Veranda oder Lanai
KĂŒche
Garten
Essbereich

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Mai 2019, komplett neu gestrichen mit neuen BodenbelÀgen, Jalousien und Möbelaufbauten.

GanzjĂ€hrige Unterkunft mit einfachem Parken vor der TĂŒr.

Ein komfortables Haus mit 2 Schlafzimmern und 2 BĂ€dern in UfernĂ€he. Die Anlegestellen, Restaurants und GeschĂ€fte der Stadt sind bequem zu Fuß erreichbar.



Lokale Annehmlichkeiten in HĂŒlle und FĂŒlle machen dies zu Ihrem besonderen Urlaubsort.

Es ist nicht die typische abgenutzte Ferienwohnung. es wurde gerade aktualisiert. Wir schließen mindestens sieben Monate im Jahr vollstĂ€ndig und die Anmietung ist nur etwa zehn Wochen pro Jahr möglich. Keine Kinder, keine Tiere und keine Raucher.

Die BettwĂ€sche, BettwĂ€sche und HandtĂŒcher sind alle neu, 2019.

Sie werden die Aussicht vom Deck aus genießen und Adler, Reiher, Fischadler, Enten, Nörgler und eine Vielzahl von Wildtieren auf dem Wasser beobachten können.

Der kleine Yachthafen ist in Sichtweite und ein kurzer Spaziergang durch die GĂ€rten. Sie können vom kleinen Felsenstrand schwimmen (wenn Sie sehr mutig sind! Das machen wir die ganze Zeit, aber dann sind wir es gewohnt, Wasser abzukĂŒhlen!)

Maurice und Valerie Healy

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Ausstattung

KĂŒche
Waschmaschine
WĂ€schetrockner
Außenbereich
ParkplĂ€tze verfĂŒgbar
Blick aufs Meer (Ozean)

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Hausordnung

Check-in ab 16:00 Uhr
Mindestalter fĂŒr die Miete: 18 Jahre
Check-out vor 10:00 Uhr
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Kinder

Nur fĂŒr Erwachsene
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Veranstaltungen

Veranstaltungen sind nicht gestattet
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Haustiere

Keine Haustiere erlaubt
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Rauchen

Rauchen ist nicht gestattet
If you need to cancel your reservation after payment of the deposit, we will do our best to re-sell your vacation time and refund your payment

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Wissenswertes

Diese Unterkunft wird von einem privaten Gastgeber verwaltet (eine Partei, die nicht im Rahmen ihrer gewerblichen, geschĂ€ftlichen oder beruflichen TĂ€tigkeit handelt). Das EU-Verbraucherrecht, einschließlich Widerrufsrecht, gilt nicht fĂŒr deine Buchung, sie wird jedoch von den vom privaten Gastgeber festgelegten Stornierungsbedingungen abgedeckt.
FĂŒr zusĂ€tzliche Personen fallen möglicherweise GebĂŒhren an, die abhĂ€ngig von den Bestimmungen der Unterkunft variieren können.
Beim Check-in werden ggf. ein Lichtbildausweis und eine Kreditkarte, Debitkarte oder Kaution in bar fĂŒr unvorhergesehene Aufwendungen verlangt.
Je nach VerfĂŒgbarkeit beim Check-in wird versucht, SonderwĂŒnschen entgegenzukommen, sie können jedoch nicht garantiert werden. Eventuell fallen zusĂ€tzliche GebĂŒhren an.
Partys oder Gruppenveranstaltungen sind auf dem GelÀnde der Unterkunft streng verboten.
Der Gastgeber hat angegeben, dass die Unterkunft ĂŒber einen Kohlenmonoxidmelder verfĂŒgt
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Unterkunftsnummer 1633897vb

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Boothbay Harbor

Dieses Ferienhaus in Boothbay Harbor liegt in der NĂ€he von Freizeitparks und direkt am Wasser. Ovens Mouth Preserve und Fisherman's Memorial Park geben einen Eindruck von der schönen Natur der Region. Zu den Attraktionen vor Ort zĂ€hlt außerdem Folgendes: Maine State Aquarium und Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Ebenfalls einen Besuch wert sind diese beiden Highlights: Boothbay Railway Village (Museum) und Dolphin Mini Golf. Entdecke die hiesige Tierwelt bei AktivitĂ€ten wie Naturwanderungen und Vogelbeobachtungen.
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Boothbay Harbor, ME

In der Umgebung

  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse (Leuchtturm) - 5 Gehminuten - 0.5 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library - 7 Gehminuten - 0.6 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina (Jachthafen) - 8 Gehminuten - 0.7 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 11 Gehminuten - 1.0 km
  • Boothbay Region Land Trust - 15 Gehminuten - 1.3 km

Fortbewegung vor Ort

  • Bahnhof Brunswick Maine Street – 47 Fahrminuten
  • Flughafen Wiscasset (ISS) – 29 Fahrminuten

Restaurants

  • â€ȘCircle K - ‬3 Autominuten
  • â€ȘPinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬3 Autominuten
  • â€ȘBoothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬3 Autominuten
  • â€ȘTugboat Inn - ‬6 Gehminuten
  • â€ȘHarborside 1901 Bar & Grill - ‬10 Gehminuten

HĂ€ufig gestellte Fragen

Ist Schönes Haus am Wasser, am Hafen gelegen haustierfreundlich?

Nein, in dieser Unterkunft sind Haustiere nicht erlaubt.

Wie viel kostet das Parken bei Schönes Haus am Wasser, am Hafen gelegen?

Auf dem GelĂ€nde der Unterkunft stehen ParkplĂ€tze zur VerfĂŒgung.

Wann ist der Check-in bei Schönes Haus am Wasser, am Hafen gelegen?

Check-in ab: 16:00 Uhr.

Wann ist der Check-out bei Schönes Haus am Wasser, am Hafen gelegen?

Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.

Wo befindet sich Schönes Haus am Wasser, am Hafen gelegen?

Dank der ausgezeichneten Lage am Ufer ist dieses Ferienhaus zu Fuß nur 10 Minuten entfernt von: Burnt Island Living Lighthouse (Leuchtturm), Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library und Boothbay Harbor Marina (Jachthafen). Ebenfalls höchstens 15 Minuten entfernt: Opera House at Boothbay Harbor und Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum.

Bewertungen

10

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10/10

Sauberkeit

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Lage

10/10

Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Bewertungen

10/10 – Hervorragend

Marisa M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Perfect Vacation, Perfect Stay

Boothbay Harbor, Maine is the best place in the world. This VRBO made it even better. We loved every minute.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Mai 2025

10/10 – Hervorragend

jeff a.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wonderful week away.

My wife and i had the most wonderful relaxing week. As stated in previous reviews, the location is perfect.....quiet, beautiful view from patio, town a very short walk away with great dining and some fun shopping. Botanical Gardens were amazing and a short drive away as were the 5 hiking trails that we hiked and there are even more for those who like that activity. Oysters at Glidden Point, shopping at LL Bean, lobster.......i could go on. We would definitely come back again.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im September 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Devon L., Hellertown, PA

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Gem in boothbay

We loved this place! It was absolutely stunning! The condo is tucked back, but very close to town as well. Only a short 10 min walk to the shops and restaurants. Very quiet neighborhood, which is exactly what we were looking for. Maurice and Valerie were great communicators and Kilene, the property manager, was a delight. When we come back to Boothbay, we will definitely look to stay here again. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im August 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Laurie W.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Lovely getaway, on the water

We searched and searched for the perfect place. Our preferences were it had to be close enough to Booth Bay Harbor but not so close we’d be constantly searching for parking. It must have a view of the water, a full kitchen in case we wanted breakfast at home (ha ha) or late night snacks and it needed some outdoor space to sit and have coffee in the morning and breathe the cool air. We found it! This 2 bedroom 2 bath condo was perfect. We were within walking distance — 10 mins max to our favorite breakfast spot and all the action in booth bay harbor. The complex is beautifully landscaped with flowers and lots of green space. Our living room had windows looking out to the water/marina and the small open back patio with table and chairs was a favorite spot. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean and the shower/tub worked great, There’s a full washer and dryer, full refrigerator and stove, Keurig coffee machine, cookware, really anything you need. The beds were comfy and linens were nice quality. Checkin and out was so simple. Kilene was so helpful. We just can’t say enough about our experience. It was a lovely escape from the brutal heat of summer in Texas. We will be back next time and bring friends to use that 2nd bedroom. Outstanding, lovely, perefect.
Aufenthalt von 5 NĂ€chten im Juli 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

EDWIN B.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Fall get a way!

Within walking distance of downtown Booth Bay Harbor- you have to walk up a small hill . Beautiful view of the bay. Needs a small amount of updating, but everything was clean and cozy. Would definitely stay in this property and area in the future.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Oktober 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Kathie M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

2022 Boothbay Harbor, Maine

This property is always satisfactory. It's very walkable to most of the harbor area. Very quiet and building and grounds are maintained nicely. Definitely will request to stay again.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Oktober 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Stacey M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

June 2022 Stay

Location, Location, Location! My friend & I enjoyed staying in this beautiful waterfront 2 bedroom condo just minutes away from Boothbay, ME. Each morning I sipped my coffee while looking out at the harbor and watching the boats & ducks come and go. This property has more than you need to relax and enjoy coastal Maine. From start to finish our week was beyond our expectations! Thank you to the Healy family for sharing this slice of paradise with us.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Juni 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Ann C.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Hidden gem!

We love this location because it offers both privacy and is within easy walking distance to town. Everything was excellent. The home is nicely furnished, well equipped and very clean. The owners and house minderwere a delight to deal with.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Mai 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Marjorie M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Fall Sunset

We were two sisters and their spouses who found this comfortable rental with a view across a small cove facing west. We were treated to glowing sunsets each night. During the day we enjoyed jaunts to the charming small towns and lighthouses close by. The rental was well equipped for a relaxing visit
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Oktober 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Kathie M.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Signal Point 2021

The property location is ideal. Short walk to harbor activities, shopping and restaurants. Beautiful and quiet if you choose to just stay put at the condo. Clean and well appointed. Communication with owners and property manager is timely and easy. We would definitely choose this property again.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Oktober 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Linda N., Waterbury Center

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Peaceful and Relaxing.

The perfect place to return to. Our second year staying at the condo and everything was as lovely as we remember. Thank you to our hosts Maurice and Valerie; and also to the property manager Kilene who was very welcoming.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im September 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Ann C.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

A wonderful find

The property was wonderful. Everything was sparkling clean, the interactions with the house and house minders were prompt and pleasant. Gosh, even the neighbors were lovely: friendly but not intrusive. This gem offers the best of both worlds - a quiet spot on the water with a great view, but a short walk to the hustle and bustle of town. We hope to stay again!
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im September 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Robert M., Fort Worth, Texas

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Comfortable and Fun

Enjoyed our stay in this lovely property.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im August 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Robert C., Portland

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great Location, Comfortable Quarters

My wife and I had a great week staying in Maurice and Valerie's condo. Very clean, and check-in was a breeze. Kilene was their local contact, and very easy to contact and supremely helpful. The view of the marina was great, and it was fun watching the boat and yacht activity and the bird life, such as the osprey fishing from the top of a boat mast. Excellent smart TVs with Spectrum cable service in the LR and master bedroom, including some premium movie channels. Great water pressure! Fully functional kitchen. Comfortable furnishings, though we would have preferred a king-size bed in the big master bedroom (as we have at home) and a mattress upgrade, as the older innerspring mattress was a bit stiff for us and generated some sound and motion, so we tended to wake each other several times at night. There's also no AC, and it was quite hot and humid when we arrived, but the ceiling fans and open windows cooled it off quickly overnight. This is a very safe place to stay. The one problem we had was when I locked the door to walk into town and succeeded in losing the key I took with me. The stowed emergency key that was clearly explained in the instructions saved the day, and I learned my lesson (no need to lock the door!) Even though I'm a Maine native, I had never been to Boothbay Harbor before. It was wonderful to finally experience the beautiful and immaculately maintained Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, just a 10-minute drive away. And we did the short walk to Commercial Street and Townsend Ave. several times for dining and shopping. Highly recommend the Thistle Inn for dinner, outstanding menu and service; and had a nice lunch under the awning with a view of the harbor at Brady's, including the best French fries I think I've ever eaten. This rental is the perfect alternative to an inn or hotel for independent travelers. Hope to visit again soon!
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im August 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Cecilia H.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Perfect in every way

The condo was very clean and in a wonderful location. We had a view of the harbor and it was very quiet and private. To go into town was a 5 minute walk, restaurants, stores, boat tours were all right there. We did have some rain and the condo was a delightful place to stay inside
 all in all a great vacation. I highly recommend it.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Juli 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Carol T.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wonderful experience! We would definitely rent this again if it was available.

Loved the Harborside view. Everything about this property rental exceeded expectations. The owners and property manager were great!

10/10 – Hervorragend

John L., Philadelphia, PA

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Lovely place

Our second time staying here. Excellent location for a stay in Boothbay Harbor, with beautiful sunset views. Thank you!
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Juli 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jeri I., Germantown

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Wonderful

Great experience in a beautiful spot!
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Juni 2021

10/10 – Hervorragend

John L., Philadelphia, PA

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great spot next to town

After seeing the photos here, we were still surprised by how nice this property is! It’s not directly in town, but it is a wonderful 5 minute walk into central Boothbay Harbor, which for us is ideal. And the view is wonderful, especially at sunset.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Oktober 2020

10/10 – Hervorragend

Linda N., Waterbury Center

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Beautiful Location!

Everything about our stay was excellent. The condo was so quiet and comfortable. We felt very safe in our environment. We could have spent much our time on the patio looking out at the harbor, but there is so much to do in town and most within walking distance. The Botanical Gardens are a must see. Our hosts were so welcoming and we thank them for their kindness. Our contact Kilene was very helpful.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im September 2020

10/10 – Hervorragend

Richard C.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

A great stay!!

Excellent!!
Aufenthalt von 14 NĂ€chten im August 2020

10/10 – Hervorragend

Diana S.

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Excellent location and owners

This condo was beautiful and is right on the water (harbor). Windows and doors opened onto lovely views and refreshing breezes. The town is less than a 15 minute walk. Home owners were very easy to work with and provided a great list of recommendations. We will definitely visit Boothbay again.
Aufenthalt von 7 NĂ€chten im Juli 2020

10/10 – Hervorragend

BETH L., STOCKBRIDGE

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Spotless condo, great location

We could not have asked for a better spot & rental condo. Condo is exactly as described in listing. View of marina was lovely. 5 minute walk into town for an after dinner ice cream run. Comfortable & clean with every amenity except a/c which we never needed. Overhead fans & ocean breezes worked just fine. Maurice, & Valerie were super hosts, responding quickly ( even with the time difference)! Our contact Kilene was terrific & I must say we were pleasantly surprised to find upon our arrival wine, fruit & cookies. We have stayed at many VRBO’s and this property was top notch. Thank you Maurice & Valerie! We hope to come again.
Aufenthalt von 10 NĂ€chten im Juli 2020

Über den Gastgeber

Zu Gast bei Maurice Healy

Bild fĂŒr Gastgeberprofil
Although we live in England, our connection with Boothbay Harbor goes back a long way, more than forty years, in fact!

We worked here as students, many decades ago, married and brought our three children back for frequent vacations over the years.

Spencer and Sam our older boys began their working lives in and around the busboys, waiters, barmen and their happiest employment as Camp Counsellors at YMCA Camp Knickerbocker!

Our youngest son Joshua has a learning disability/autism and he spent eight truly wonderful summers with his brothers at Camp.

We were fortunate enough to finally buy our own place in 2004 and regard Boothbay as our summer 'home'. We previously owned a condo in the same complex, and used and rented this for a number of years on VRBO, before buying our current condo in 2019. Look at the reviews and see that people have really appreciated the quality the rental and the attention to detail.

Darum fiel die Entscheidung auf diese Unterkunft

The location, the smart modern look, the attention to detail and the cleanliness!!

Das macht diese Unterkunft einzigartig

Town is a five minute walk away, with great restaurants and lovely diners.

If art is your passion, the town has some superb galleries to visit.

Take a sunset cruise around the islands, go whalewatching or take a sail on one of the antique windjammers!

Go fishing for striper, bluefish or shark if you're very adventurous.

Golf at the now amazing local Country Club.

And of course.........

Eat Maine lobster inexpensively at the Lobstermans' Wharf.

Why cook, when you can have takeaway seafood, burgers and fries at the 'soon to be world famous Dunton's . Tell Gary we sent you!! one minute walk away.

The nationally recognized Botanical Gardens are a must ........

Walk along the water's edge at Ocean Point and see (and hear) five lighthouses at once!

But most of all, do relax and enjoy our home.

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