Charming Home W/Harbor View: Walk to Resturants, Shops & Beach

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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New Harbor, ME

Pemaquid Beach Park
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
‪6 min drive‬
Boothbay Harbor Marina
‪46 min drive‬
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The fishing village of New Harbor is surrounded by beautiful Pemaquid beach, historic Back Cove and one of the most frequently photographed light houses in the world. This home overlooks a working fishing harbor with ferry service to local islands. Launch your canoe or kayak to paddle to lobster co-op for lunch or dinner and enjoy unforgettable views. Walk, run or bike to beaches, harbor ice cream, grocery, bakery, deli, restaurants and shops. Close to Damariscotta, Boothbay, Camden and Rockland. This antique home on a private lot has three bedrooms, two full baths, large eat-in kitchen, living and dining room area. Private back patio, spacious yards and wrap around farmers porch with beautiful harbor views for relaxing, reading, and enjoying the ocean. The countless antiques and orientals create a comfortable homey feeling with all the amenities. Nights are quiet, mornings are beautiful.

Keywords: two story, three bedroom, two bath, ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

About the area

New Harbor

New Harbor is home to this holiday home. Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at La Verna Preserve and Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site. Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Penobscot Marine Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.

New Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
La Verna Preserve - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 46 min drive - 48.2 km
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 47 min drive - 47.4 km

Getting around

Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬49 min drive
‪Coveside Bar & Grill - ‬25 min drive
‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬3 min drive
‪Osier's Wharf Store - ‬21 min drive
‪Dot's Bakery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Home W/Harbor View: Walk to Resturants, Shops & Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Home W/Harbor View: Walk to Resturants, Shops & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Home W/Harbor View: Walk to Resturants, Shops & Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Home W/Harbor View: Walk to Resturants, Shops & Beach located?

Situated in New Harbor, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pemaquid Craft Co-op and within 3 miles (5 km) of Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park and Fish Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Dan S.

13 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful House and Great Location

The house is beautiful and in a great location. Walking distance to town and local restaurants. The owner is wonderful and a great communicator. However, the house is not exactly as advertised. There is one brand new full bath. Very nicely done. The other bathroom only has a tub and no shower. We had 5 people and sharing a shower bathroom with that many adults is hard. Also the kitchen needs work. The counter tops are held together by tape. bathis not really a full

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

21 Jul, 2024

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

Comfortable get away in a quiet neighborhood

My daughter, her husband and two young children joined my husband and I for a week ‘s stay at this quaint comfortable farmhouse. We enjoyed watching life pass by from the shaded front porch. The location couldn’t be better- near Pemaquid Beach and Pemaquid Point as well as a handy little grocery store and ice cream shop. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen well equipped to meet our needs. Beautiful downstairs bathroom with shower and a spacious second floor master bedroom. It was hot during our stay but the evenings brought cool refreshing breezes from the harbor. The neighbors were pleasant and quiet. This is a little piece of Maine history that we were honored to experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W., Lake Charles, LA

10 Sept, 2023

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

Lovely location

We enjoyed our stay in this historic house. It was in a beautiful neighborhood, perfect for walking down to the water or to the ice cream shop. Close to Pemaquid Point and nearby towns, and to Maine Coast Craft School (where my husband was taking a class).

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

26 Aug, 2023

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

Lovely little village

We loved the house. It was extremely beautiful and reminded us of summer camps in Maine. We will definitely be booking it again for next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Herbert R., Etna, N.H.

19 Aug, 2023

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

Maine harbor

We did enjoy our vacation. The house was clean and easy to use. You could kind of see the harbor..this is not an ocean view. The house is quite old and needs attention..though the new shower is a lovely addition.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myra M.

30 Jul, 2023

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

A week away

Comfortable house. Great location. Groceries and restaurants close by. Lovely neighbourhood !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beate R., Köln

14 Jul, 2023

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

Great stay at Reillys house

We enjoyed our stay at Reillys house. The house has a lot of character - like my friend said - this is so Americana! If you are looking for a sleek house, this won't be the place for you, as it is rather rustic, but charming and clean. The new bathroom is great and modern, the rest of the house a mixture of antiques and shabby chic furniture. New Harbor does not have super many amenities, but it was great for our stay. Communication with Reilly was usually short and sweet.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

30 Sept, 2022

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

Fabulous Farmhouse Stay

My husband, two adult sons, and I stayed in this three bedroom, two bath, farmhouse for a week in September. This was our second stay, and we look forward to staying here in the future. We loved the home, which is spacious, clean, comfortable, and has the character of a historic farmhouse. We often ate out on the porch, which was a wonderful spot to enjoy the cool breezes, view the harbor, or gaze at the Milky Way at night. The home is located in a quiet neighborhood with easy walk (hill involved) to Reiley's grocery store, picturesque back cove, Harbor Ice Cream, and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. There are many activities within a short drive such as Hardy Boat Cruises, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, numerous restaurants, local beach, and hiking at La Verna Preserve. We enjoyed short road trips to Camden, Rockland, Owls Head, and Port Clyde to view some of the many Maine lighthouses. I highly recommend staying in this comfortable home in one of the most beautiful and peaceful locations on the Maine Coast.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

judith h.

28 Sept, 2022

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

Lovely old home..with historic feel. Must admit to missing "regular TV" for evening relaxing.

Easy ..no problems with reaching owner.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

28 Aug, 2022

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

Beautiful, Spacious New Harbor Home

This home is comfortable, charming, quiet and lovely and the porch is spectacular! Even though it was quite warm during our stay, the breezes that came through the windows in most of the house where cooling and pleasant. No trouble sleeping. The sunrises from the front porch or down at the harbor were tremendous, as were the sunsets out at Pemaquid Point. The local bakeries and restaurants, when open, are fabulous. (And there is a Hannifords supermarket in Damariscotta.) The location of the property is ideal: Back Cove in walking or kayaking distance; Damariscotta, New Castle, Georgetown, Booth Bay, Rockland, Camden, and even Belfast are easy, pleasant drives from the home. Right down the road is one of the most special places in mid coast Maine - LaVerna Preserve. (Be sure to walk all the way out to the ocean!) Last but not least, the 50 minute boat ride out to Mohegan Island is not to be missed, especially is you like hiking out to the most amazing oceans views on the east coast. We would stay at this rental home again. S&S

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tori N., Atlanta Area

17 Jul, 2022

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

Maine - The Way Life Should Be.

Great little house in a great location.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

14 Jun, 2022

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

New Harbor Maine house

We had a wonderful time at Reilly's house in New Harbor. Everything about the experience was delightful. The house was extremely well-furnished and had lots of charm. The location was perfect for views of the harbor and short walks in the neighborhood. There are also plenty of great restaurants nearby, and many trails to walk, compliments of the Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

28 Aug, 2021

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

Comfortable home with all that's needed for a relaxed vacation

A large, comfortable home on a very quiet street, plenty of room for a large family, huge living room, spacious front porch, large back yard and large patio area with table. Fully equipped kitchen, lots of linens and bedding, games and puzzles for a rainy day. Close to harbor, sights of interest and fully stocked store.

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

9 Aug, 2021

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

New Harbor Home Away From Home

My husband and I and one adult son vacationed in this lovely home for a week in July. We loved both the home and location. The home is over 100 years old, is comfortable and charming, and can easily sleep six. The kitchen, spacious living room, and bathroom with shower are on the first floor. There is a lovely wrap around porch on the front of the home where we spent much time enjoying the breezes and views of the harbor and neighborhood. There is a patio in the back of the home with grill, table, and chairs. There are three bedrooms on the second floor and a bathroom with a claw foot tub. The front bedroom is large with a comfortable queen bed and great views of the harbor. The second bedroom has a full bed and the back bedroom has one full and two twin beds. There are plenty of closets and bureaus. We loved that the neighborhood was quiet but close enough to walk to local attractions. Abundant bakery, Reilly's grocery, New Harbor ice cream, Pemaquid Craft Co-Op and Back Cove were all within an easy walking distance. (It is recommended to put diets on hold while vacationing here). There is a boat ramp across the street with access to the harbor. It is a short drive to Pemaquid Point Lighthouse and there is an amazing spot to see the sunsets or go star gazing at the mid-point of Pemaquid Loop Road. The Hardy Boat Cruises (puffin watch, seal watch, or trip to Monhegan Island) is a short drive away as is the local public beach. We enjoyed an easy 2-mile hike at La Verna Preserve off route 32 a few miles away. There are several local restaurants specializing in lobster and seafood and the Cupboard Café is famous for their breakfast and sticky buns. The dock at the Contented Sole restaurant has the most amazing views of Pemaquid River and Harbor and a bald eagle flew by while we were dining. We enjoyed shopping in Damariscotta and visited the beautiful Botanical Gardens in Boothbay. I highly recommend vacationing in this peaceful and beautiful part of Maine and I highly recommend this vacation home. There is plenty to do if you want to remain local and plenty of Maine mid-coast attractions within easy driving distance. We were thankful to have stayed in such a lovely home and neighborhood during our wonderful vacation and look forward to staying here again. Ann M.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

brian h.

17 Jul, 2021

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

Neat place with a home feel

House is located near the center of town and across from the town landing. Easy walk to amazing treats like local ice cream and a bakery and kids can walk to the grocery store. We will be back. Owner was very attentive to all our needs. It has a claw foot tub, need we say more.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Braden S.

27 Oct, 2020

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

As advertised

This was a lovely house in new harbor, listing was accurate. We enjoyed our stay

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., North East, Maryland

22 Sept, 2020

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

Great spot for relaxing on the porch.

Great visit to Maine! Central location for exploring mid-coast Maine.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Doris D.

6 Sept, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

New Harbor

We had a grand time at New Harbor. The house is 100 years old with the feel of coming home to Grandma’s house. The location was great! My granddaughters ran across the backyard for breakfast treats, at Abundant Bakery, rode their bikes up the hill to the grocery store, Harbor Ice Cream , Pemaquid Beach, the Craft Shop and to the back Cove. We did a lot of kayaking and hiking ! We, also discovered a quarry for cliff jumping! The house was a comfortable base! Great for active adults and teenagers!

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

16 Aug, 2020

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

Amazing location

spacious, bright, great location, walk to water and shops.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

10 Jul, 2020

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

Exceptional property-better than photos

This is a very special place lovingly cared for by the family. It is definitely a house not a cottage as described in other reviews. It was spotlessly clean. We were pleasantly surprised by the spaciousness throughout—particularly the living room that extends from the front of the house to the back complete with a sectional sofa and other seatings that would be great for a family of any size. All of the bedrooms are on the second floor with the Master Bedroom being particularly large and antique filled. The view of the harbor is particularly lovely from this room. The kitchen is charming and spacious overlooking the wonderful porch in the front and from another window the patio where there is outdoor furniture and grill. The location couldn’t be better—less than 10 minutes to Pemaquid Point Lighthouse where you’ll find the Seagull Restaurant perched high on a bluff. Don’t miss walking the Pemaquid Loop which meanders along the coast with striking views of the ocean. Shaw’s across the harbor is quintessential Maine. Hands down they have the best lobster rolls we tasted and living here in the State we’ve had a real sampling. Reilly, the owner, was a joy to work with —she’s was accommodating and quick to respond to questions. Overall, this is a real find and we look forward to our next stay!

8/10 Good

Rob N Jess R., Mahopac, USA

27 Aug, 2019

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

A perfect spot for the family’s beach vacation!

Reilly’s home was perfect for our 2 week stay, It is located on a quiet street a short walk to the stores and shops and a quick drive to the beach. The home is spacious with plenty of seating an the living room for our family of five. There was plenty of room to set up the baby’s stuff (pack n play, jumper etc) the front porch is shaded and has a great view so we spent most of our time out there. The grill and outdoor dining area were private and we enjoyed many meals out there. The mudroom area is huge and made a great spot to unload stuff when we came back from the beach. The boat launch across the street was clean and makes a great spot for taking a dog for a swim. The many fans kept the house cool and comfortable with no need for air conditioning. The neighbors were pleasant and the whole family had a great time. The owner is very responsive and great to work with. We definitely recommend this location for families and would stay here again!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

20 Jul, 2019

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

Easy-going, New Harbor gem

Located in an attractive village with a general store handy, this house in New Harbor was a great find for our family of four (two adults, two children ages 8-11). It is well furnished and offers all the necessities (e.g. washer/dryer, fully outfitted kitchen, WiFi, comfortable beds). As other reviewers have noted, the house also has some nice extras, like books/games/puzzles, proximity to the harbor and a bakery, and a pleasant front porch for relaxing. We appreciated the house’s new replacement windows with screens throughout (as anyone who has dealt with old window sashes or Maine mosquitoes will understand). Finally, the owner’s accessibility during our stay was fantastic. She was quick to answer questions and very easy to work with. Overall, this house was an excellent base for us while visiting relatives and sites in the area. We would be glad to stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Krista W., Westfield, MA

30 Aug, 2018

Quiet, peaceful getaway

Really enjoyed our time in this property. It was very cozy and sweet, and there was ample space to relax and spend time together. We had everything we needed. We spent much of our time on the front porch, we could relax, watch the harbor, and sip our coffee. The street was quiet, with the fun find of the Back Cove just a little walk away. Around the corner a lovely little bakery and art gallery. Up the hill, a well stocked grocery and ice cream stand. Although it was hot and the house is not air conditioned, we were comfortable with the fans provided. The beds were very comfortable too! The public beach was a short 5 minute drive away and is well maintained. The owner was quickly responsive to all my questions before we arrived and I’m sure would have been the same IF we had needed anything during our stay, but not necessary. Would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a peaceful, laid back vacation for your family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

4 Aug, 2018

Lovely Maine home!

My family enjoyed every minute of our stay in this charming New Harbor home! The house itself was plenty spacious for our family of 6 with 4 little ones, and there was enough space for my in laws to visit for a few nights as well. The front porch is a perfect place to enjoy coffee or wine overlooking the harbor. The kitchen is big and had everything we needed. The living room was spacious. The master bedroom is big with a big closet, and the bed is very comfortable! My kids loved staying in the back bedroom with the full and single beds, and my in laws were comfortable in the second bedroom. The bathrooms are clean, and there is a large mud room at the back of the house which was an unexpected bonus. We spent hours out back with the kids playing wiffle ball, and we loved walking over to the delicious bakery around the corner. My kids loved walking across the street to the harbor to skip rocks and to look for special nature "treasures" as we watched the boats come and go out of the harbor. The location is excellent - a 10 minute walk up the hill to Reilly's and the ice cream shop, and it's a quick drive to Pemaquid Point lighthouse where we enjoyed climbing on the rocks. This house was exactly what we were looking for and it made our vacation special - we could relax in a comfortable home, had a great front porch, a spacious yard for the kids to play, and it was well-situated for us to explore New Harbor, Damariscotta, and Pemaquid Point. Dinner at Contented Sole was great and we loved the lobster rolls at Shaw's. Our family loves puffins and we did a great tour on the Hardy Boat Cruise next to Shaw's. We could easily escape the hustle and bustle of busy lives and unwind in this great spot. The owner, Reilly, is fantastic to work with! She was very attentive and helpful with questions along the way! We will definitely be back and look forward to making more special memories on future trips!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Roger P.

29 Aug, 2017

Our wonderful stay in Maine

We had such a beautiful time on our road trip from Lago Vista Texas thru Maine and up into Quebec Canada. Our stay in your quaint, and charming home was warm and welcoming. The Bakery just down the street was a wonderful surprise to our early morning walks. The lobster shacks provided some of the best moments as well as the GRAND LOBSTER FESTIVAL. We stopped along RT 1 3-4 times buying wild blueberries as well as a few pies. We will absolutely look forward to our next stay in your beautiful sate and your charming home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017