Apartment

Just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the town dock.

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Spring gardens, town sidewalks that lead to shops and restaurants
Screen door and front walkway.
Eat in kitchen, fully applianced including a dishwasher and an ice maker.
Dish soap, hand soap, Skoy dish cloths
The view from the kitchen window looking towards town.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2840 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the town dock.

The Mackerel Sky Suites are located on the edge of downtown Boothbay Harbor. Sidewalks will lead you to the center of our small town filled with shops and restaurants. The Boothbay Opera House, art galleries, the public library, and the town park are close by. The waterfront with all its boating options is just two blocks away. Set sail on a windjammer, take a scenic boat ride out to see puffins on Eastern Egg Rock, or catch the ferry out to Monhegan or Squirrel Island. Public trails offered by the Boothbay Region Land Trust, the town owned Barrett's Park, and our winding coastal roads will provide many opportunities to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area. The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is 3.6 miles away. The Department of Marine Resources Aquarium is 2.6.

Wood floors, white walls, local artwork, and a clean uncluttered decorating style create a welcoming and relaxing space. Smart TVs have streaming options like Hulu, Netflix, and Prime. Ceiling fans are located in the living space and the bedrooms. Heat pumps provide central heat and air.

Decorated in the relaxing and tranquil colors of the sea, this spacious one bedroom rental has everything you need for a weekend getaway or an extended stay. Bed linens are from Brooklinen, “Cool and crisp, our Classic Percale Sheets feature a breathable 270 thread count weave for that timeless, hotel-style luxury. Perfect for hot sleepers, these sheets will help you stay cool all night long. Made with 100% long-staple cotton, you’ll feel like you’re snuggling up in luxury every single night.” Cotton blankets and LL Bean comforters are supplied for the colder months. Just right pillows are essential for a good night’s sleep, which is why we use pillows from Casper. Their “pillow in a pillow” construction makes it easy for you to adjust the loft of your pillow. Casper pillows have a down alternative stuffing making them light and airy. A brushed chrome ceiling fan with clear glass globes helps to circulate cool air in the summer and heat in the winter. Table lamps on either side of the bed are provided for evening reading.

Just off the bedroom is a full sized bathroom. The vanity has a large mirror with sconces on either side for shaving and applying makeup. The shower has a glass door and fiberglass shower unit. A small separate section of the bathroom has a flush and small window. Bathrooms are supplied with soap, shampoo, conditioner, and hand soap. Bath towels, washcloths, hand towels and a bath mat are provided.

The kitchen has everything you need including a dishwasher, refrigerator, range, microwave, and double bay sink. The refrigerator includes an ice maker. Appliances include a hand mixer, toaster, and coffee maker. Additional comforts include a coffee station stocked with local coffee beans, a coffee grinder, and a selection of tea and hot chocolate. We also provide a selection of snacks to tide you over until your next meal. Visit our Thursday farmer’s market to stock your fridge with local produce, cheeses, meats, breads, and pastries. The cupboards are stocked with pots and pans and baking dishes as well as serving dishes and utensils.

The utility room has an additional table that can be used as a desk or project area. There is also a washer and dryer. There is room here to store luggage and additional items.

The living area includes a queen sized futon, a wing back chair and an electric recliner. This unit has central AC, and a 46" smart TV. There are two bookshelves with games and books. Just off the living room is an enclosed porch/mud room which provides a great place to sit and look at the gardens or watch the nesting chickadees. If you prefer, there is a small grassy area with seating for two adjacent to the gardens.

Parking for one car is included. Maximum capacity is two people.

Property manager

Deanne Tibbetts
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this apartment is in the city centre and by the sea. Ovens Mouth Preserve and Fisherman's Memorial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include 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

  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cabbage Island - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 46 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pinkham's Gourmet Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the town dock. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the town dock.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the town dock.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and the town dock. located?

Located in the heart of Boothbay Harbor, this apartment building is steps away from Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Burnt Island Living Lighthouse. Boothbay Harbor Marina and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

No driving in the heart of Boothbay

Great location. Very comfortable. Nothing fancy but everything that you need. Owners were super nice. Good value for the money. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Fantastic location!

Loved our long weekend at the Captain’s Quarters! The location is perfect for dining, shopping and walking in Boothbay Harbor without any hassle of parking in town. The rental was just as described, was beautifully clean and well stocked. Great communication with our hosts. We had come to kayak for the weekend and spots to drive to launch were easy to find. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

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

Great Location

I loved how close this was to downtown. We walked to dinner and loved grabbing a coffee at Red Cup every morning. The house was clean and loved the added touches by the owner. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Great little getaway

The apartment has everything you could possibly need for your trip. If you do need something, the host is very happy to assist. Short walk to the heart of town so you don't have to deal with parking. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

ENJOYED our BBH return visit

Had a great time, location good even for a person needing a cane for walking. Furniture in LR only OK for sitting, the futon is extremely uncomfortable for a place to sit. Difficulty in finding place, I'd be more apt to say, look for 'parking area' or at least mentioning that, we thought that was for 'pay to park' not where we'd find entrance into VRBO--likewise the person upstairs felt the same he knocked on front door to find where to go... I'd provide a 'warm blanket' in case nights get chilly as did for us, thank heavens i had a car blanket or we'd have been very chilly. ALL was good, and would recommend. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

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

Great place!

Great rental in the perfect location for walking to everything! Super clean and stocked with everything you need and more! Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl F.

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

Heaven

Excellent location to harbor, restaurants, and shops! Quiet, comfortable and relaxing! We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Wonderful

Deanne and Dave are wonderful hosts. You are staying right in town. Restaurants, shops, art galleries and the harbor are all right outside your front door. The rental is spotless and equipped with all the amenities you will need. You have your own parking spot which is a necessity in this quaint little town. We already plan to return in the near future. Points of interest: the Puffin/Whale Watch is a must. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse and the Coastal Botanical Gardens were such a treat. Dave mentioned Barrett Park, but we never made it over there. FYI: Ports of Italy is outstanding! Thank you to Deanne and Dave for maintaining such a wonderful place to relax and enjoy Boothbay Harbor!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

Great Location

We loved the town center location and dedicated parking. Although this stay was early season, we can see how parking can be a problem in the su
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Great Place to Stay

Bright and airy, clean, well equipped, and comfortable. Great “home” away from home. Park your car and walk into town for dining, shopping and lovely views of the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn F., West Newbury, MA

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

Fantastic stay

Our stay at this home was wonderful! We had everything we needed and itwas very comfortable. You cannot ask for a better location! If you get a chance go hiking on Monhegan Island and for a high-end dinner go to The Thistle Inn where we celebrated a birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

STUART g.

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

a home away from home

This spacious little cottage was filled with everything you would need to insure a wonderful stay. There is attention to detail and comfort in every area. The location is perfect and parking is never a problem. We look forward to another visit with them in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Very Pleasant!

Nice property with lots of space for 2. Everything needed was provided and very thoughtfully decorated and detailed. Located in the middle of the town so easy walking to all amenities and restaurants. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Mary Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great apartment in a perfect location

We loved this roomy apartment located just a block from the harbor. Deanne and Dave were great hosts. When we arrived we very quickly realized that there was a major problem with the refrigerator, as it was making very loud and annoying noises, which was later diagnosed as a failed bearing in the compressor. Our hosts handled the problem as efficiently as possible, and managed to replace the refrigerator the very next day, which was much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H., Galion, OH

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

Optimal Location in Boothbay Harbor

My husband and I thankfully were able to book this property a week and a half before we were to travel, and we were glad that we did! The Captain’s Quarters one-bedroom apartment is quite clean, has wood floors (no carpeting), and does include the main necessities for cooking in the kitchen. We appreciated the lovely bathroom, the use of the washer and dryer, and king-sized pillows on the comfortable queen bed. The location is wonderful, creating an easy walk to the downtown shops and restaurants. The inclusion of parking with this booking was very useful as well, especially since we left on day trips to explore Freeport and the Pemaquid Point Light House! The owners do live on site, are very friendly, and take great care in maintaining their property! We hope to return to Boothbay Harbor in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Great Location!

This cute in-town apartment more than met my expectations. Everything was super clean and fresh. The space was large and well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. Easy walk to pick up morning coffee and croissants that we ate dockside. A number of restaurants and shops also within walking distance. Owners were very responsive to questions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

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

Great stay in the bay

Clean and well stocked apartment including washer and dryer, essential for a 10 day stay as ours. Easy walk to shops and restaurants and close enough for short trips to nearby places. everyone was so helpful and friendly. This is definitely the place to be.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

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

An excellent stay in an excellent home away from home!

This home had everything we needed: great location, really nice and comfy decorating, well stocked kitchen, one parking space, a little yard for sitting and relaxing and so close to lots of fun things to do in Boothbay Harbor! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Lovely Spot in Boothbay Harbor

Very convenient location for exploring the Boothbay region. Apartment was spotlessly clean, nicely decorated, and very comfortable with everything we needed for our stay. David and Deanna were great, responded quickly to questions.

10/10 Excellent

Shari A.

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

Outstanding cottage in BoothBay!

Deanne and Dave are fabulous hosts! Their cottage is ‘clean as a whistle’, well appointed, equipped with everything one would need, and amazingly quiet! Excellent location!

10/10 Excellent

Gerald R.

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

Boothbay get away

Great location.....would stay there again in a heart beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Estelle G.

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

Great place to stay in Boothbay Harbor!

This apartment is spotless, adorable and well equipped with everything you would ever need for your stay. The owners have thought of every detail. The location is perfect, right in town within easy walking distance to shops and the harbor. Loved it! Can't wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R., Stow, Ma

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

Best Place in Boothbay Harbor

Couldn’t think there would be a better place to stay in BBH. Comfortable, everything you need, right in town so dinner can be out or we stopped by Eventide one night for amazing pasta fixings at the house. Went all over coastal Maine with this as a fabulous place to come home to every night. Will recommend it to everyone! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrice B.

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

Fabulous Rental in West Boothbay Harbor!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The apartment is super clean and Deanne and Dave are fantastic hosts. The location is great and very close to many restaurants and shops. We really liked our reserved parking spot next to our door. And Dave brought us fresh cooked lobsters from his boat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annette R., Avon Lake, OH USA

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

We Loved It!!!!

This is a gem! We loved the location of this one bedroom cottage/apt. that was within walking distance to the harbor, shops and restaurants. We also had a reserved parking space right at our door. Beautiful decorating and special touches throughout!! Deanne and David were there to answer questions when needed. We hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Deanne Tibbetts

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The Tibbetts family has lived in the Boothbay Region since the 1700s. Generation after generation have worked as fishermen and boatbuilders.

Why they chose this property

Boothbay Harbor is a great place to raise a family. During the busy summer season we have all the benefits of larger cities with festivals, art shows, and concerts. In the off season we return to a tightly knit community of families who attend weekend sporting events, church services, and participate in local fundraising events.

What makes this property unique

“Mackerel scales and mare’s tails ships fly high sails” is an old fisherman’s saying that refers to the weather and fishing conditions. Generations of fishermen have called Boothbay Harbor home and that heritage is what makes this town unique. When you book a vacation rental with Mackerel Sky Rentals, you are not only getting a great place to stay but you are supporting a local fishing family and helping to continue a way of life that is becoming more and more difficult to sustain.

Boothbay Harbor is a popular destination in the summer months but consider a visit during the quieter fall, winter, and spring seasons to experience what life is really like in a small coastal town. Go to the Thistle on Friday night for their standing room only happy hour. Have dinner at the Bistro and enjoy some of the best fried haddock anywhere. Watch trick-or-treaters parade down Townsend Ave at Halloween. Wear your pajamas to the early bird sale always held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Kick off the holiday season with the Harbor Lights celebration the first weekend in December. In the coldest winter months you can peruse the latest best sellers at Sherman's, catch a movie at the Harbor Theater, or take a winter walk along our quiet coastal roads. Spring brings local road races and lady slippers at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. Come and enjoy the quieter side of the Boothbay Harbor Region!

Languages:

English

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