Over the Water Home

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Host

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Explore the area

Boothbay Harbor, ME

Barrett Park15 min walk
Boothbay Harbor Marina4 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor5 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

No other home like it on the peninsula! Hear the ocean waves underneath you as the home is built over the water. There is a 275 degree view of the ocean/Boothbay Harbor. Large wooden deck with picnic tables and a secure fence surrounding the deck for children's safety. 20 ' x 20' float with swim ladder to accommodate your kayaks or jump off and swim in the ocean. 5 queen beds with 3 queen sleeper sofa's and 4 bathrooms will comfortably allow your large family to vacation in style.

Property manager

Michael Roberts

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Boothbay Harbor

Located in Boothbay Harbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Boothbay Farmers' Market and Montsweag Flea Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Maine State Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Monkey C Monkey Do. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Boothbay Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Barrett Park - 15 min walk
Boothbay Railway Village - 16 min walk
Boothbay Harbor Marina - 4 min drive
Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 5 min drive
Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 5 min drive

Getting around

Brunswick Maine Street Station - 49 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬20 min walk
‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬8 min drive
‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬9 min walk
‪Red Cup Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
‪Mine Oyster - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Over the Water Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Over the Water Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Over the Water Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Over the Water Home located?

This family-friendly Boothbay Harbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Fisherman's Memorial Park, Linekin Bay and Barrett Park. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Boothbay Railway Village are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

julia P.

21 Oct 2023

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

95th birthday & Family celebration

Everything about this stay was excellent!! The location cannot be beat: incredible view and walking distance from town and restaurants. The accommodations were neat & clean, all imaginable supplies were available. Well equipped kitchen, dining facilities and laundry. Each room had a portable heater which made the cool nights and mornings comfortable. Thanks for maintaining such a great gathering spot!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz E., Ashburn

29 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Place to Stay

We rent in Boothbay Harbor every summer. This was our first time renting this particular property. We absolutely loved it! The property manager, Michael, was so helpful and responded to our questions promptly. The house was clean and nicely decorated. Everything we would need for the week was supplied. Our most favorite part of this property was the view of the harbor! We were able to watch lobstermen as they came in and out of the working dock next door. We are so excited to stay here again next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard & Ann D., Zanesville, Ohio

12 Aug 2023

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

Great Place

This was a great place to stay on the bay. Loved being so close to Boothbay Harbor but still far enough that it was so peaceful and quiet.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke P., West Chester, PA

12 July 2023

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

Great family gathering spot

What a wonderful location and casual setting for a multi-generational family gathering! Whole home and deck is on one level making it very easy for older family members. This was our second year and it was great both times. Manager is super responsive. Kitchen well-stocked and with a large group, we were able to our meals at home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

27 Aug 2022

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

Another fabulous week

Terrific stay, as always. The property is in better shape than ever and Mike Roberts, the property manager, remains a pleasure to deal with. Our group will again be back next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K., Cambridge, MA

21 Aug 2022

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

Family trip

Location and views from the pier cannot be beat.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

16 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful Spot in Boothbay!

We absolutely loved our stay here. The layout of the house was perfect for us as we had a large group with adults and kids of all ages. Everyone had their own space when needed, but there was plenty of room to be together as a family for meals and hanging out. The location of the property is unlike any we've ever stayed out. Everywhere you look is water! It is absolutely stunning. Such unique experience and we absolutely would love to return in the future. Michael, the property manager, was wonderful. He answered any questions that came up throughout the week promptly and was a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

27 July 2022

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

Annual Family Vacation

Our family of 15 had a wonderful stay. We were literally right on the water as the deck was more like a dock! We had beautiful views of the harbor and the little town of Boothbay Harbor which was close enough for walking but we chose to drive in most days and had no trouble finding parking. We loved all the little shops especially the home made ice cream and lobster shack. We took the boat trip to Cabbage Island Dr the clam bake and it was really great and we would highly recommend it. The whale watching trip not so much. The house was so great for every age. We all worked on the puzzle, played games, fished off the deck and some even went swimming in the 50 degree water! It was one of our best vacations ever. Highly recommend! Our host was great and available to answer any and all questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke P., West Chester, PA

5 July 2022

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

Wonderful gathering space for a large family!

After a few years of not being able to spend time together, it was an absolute joy for our extended family to be able to vacation in this gorgeous spot. There was enough room for everyone and the deck served as an extension of the living space. Renting kayaks from Tidal Transit made touring the harbor super fun for all. Communications with manager were 100% on point - super responsive and kind. We hope to return next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Z.

27 June 2022

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

Go Big or Go Home!

Nothing compares to this on-the-water property. We loved that the tide flowed in and out under our rooms. The layout was ideal for a large reunion of friends. Rooms are beautiful, clean and spacious. Very well-appointed and stocked. From sunrise views of the harbor to sunset views from the dock, this house is a winner. Everything needed for a memorable vacation. They almost had to drag us out of here. We wanted to stay forever.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

9 Sept 2021

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

Amazing Location!

Hard to believe it's built entirely over the water -- it's even nicer than the pictures can show. Our extended family of 10 (from 23 to 90 years of age!) all found things to love -- from the local food, to the fishing, to the whale watching, and sailing -- more things to do than we had time for in a week. Definitely within walking distance of the shops and restaurants for most. We had fun catching squid off the dock, and had a great plate of "calamari" appetizers one night. Michael, the property manager, had answers to all our questions and was thoroughly knowledgeable about the area. He was very accommodating and along with his wife and daughter, cooked us the best "shore dinner" of lobsters, mussels, corn, potatoes, sausage, etc., all layered with local seaweed and steamed on shore right next to the cottage. The outside deck area is made for a crowd with picnic tables and Adirondack style chairs for comfortable seating, and is the perfect place to enjoy the views and the sensational sunsets. The separate floating dock is a feat in itself, raising and lowering with the 11 foot tides. Inside, it's everything you would expect a Maine cottage to be with a spacious gathering area and well-appointed kitchen. There are also two smaller living areas and a little kitchenette at the other end if you feel like spreading out. The place was scrupulously clean, and it was great to have access to a washer and dryer as well. We would highly recommend it to anyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lins U.

8 Sept 2021

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

Family Reunion

We had a wonderful week at the Pier house! The house was beautiful with more than enough room for our group. We loved every minute we were there … a perfect Maine location!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

1 Sept 2021

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

A Wonderful Spot Gets Even Better

Our group has spent a number of years at this unique and glorious spot and already has reserved again for 2022. An unused outbuilding at the end of the deck has been removed, which makes the water/harbor views even more spectacular. The house has been spruced up and was spotless when we arrived. Mike Roberts, the property manager, is a pleasure to deal with and can handle pretty much any request. As always, we hated to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Walter F.

12 Aug 2021

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

Perfect spot for the family!

Being on the water was amazing! Beautiful water and amazing sunsets. We loved our stay’

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

25 July 2021

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

Beautiful harbor home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with 4 adults and 5 children ages 2-12. The house used to be three separate apartments, so the layout is very unique and spread out, which is awesome if you have a large group or kids (however, note that the main kitchen/living area is somewhat small for the amount of people it sleeps, if that matters to you). Great location overlooking a very active harbor with easy access to town center. Gorgeous water views in all directions- perfect if you have water / boat lovers in your group. (Water, however, is not somewhere we would personally swim due to water quality from active boat harbor, so also keep that in mind if you are envisioning a week of swimming). The deck was almost as big as the house and very secure! I felt very safe having my toddler outside on the main deck area, which is something I had been worried about. Michael was an easy going manager with great communication. The only suggestion we’d have is to add room darkening shades/curtains in all the bedrooms. We were all awoken everyday before dawn by boat headlights and then again at 5:45am sunrise... so, we had to deal with some grouchy kids (and adults) all week, lol. Nonetheless, beautiful house and great week. I’d recommend to anyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmela S.

19 July 2021

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Beautiful vacation!!

We had a fantastic time during our family trip! We were 12 with ages from 4 to 64 and we all loved it! The location is great… amazing views of the harbor and you can walk downtown… close to everything! The house is comfortable… the deck is big and we spent a lot of time enjoying it. The social space inside the house is a bit small for a big group… but still comfortable. The property manager Mike was great! We had the lobster bake he offers and it definitely was one of the highlights! As the description says, it is a working harbor, so you have to know you will hear the boats early every day.. but for us it was one of the special things about the property! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K., Cambridge, MA

18 July 2021

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

Family vacation

Absolutely incredible property. Plenty of space for 8 people. Beautiful views of the harbor from the pier. We had hours of fun fishing for squid, striped bass, flounder and crab off of the floating dock. Highly recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

10 July 2021

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Location, location, location

Family vacation on Pier 43, starting with front row seats for 4th of July fireworks! More than enough space for everyone, a delicious lobster bake by Michael, a proposal/engagement, we had a fantastic week. The lobster boats do start early, however nothing a little white noise couldn’t drown out. Overall a great experience and a very unique property on the water.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

26 June 2021

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Incredible location

This was like living in the middle of the harbor. You get to watch all the activity going in and out of the harbor. The house is great because there are separate places for smaller groups to gather. There is not just one common room. So it worked well for our group.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

al z.

19 June 2021

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

Great stay in Boothbay Harbor

We were two families totaling 10 people; a combination of adults and teens. The house was great for us. The super large deck provided plenty of outdoor space, cornhole tournaments, watching the boats and lobster fishermen and just a fantastic place for morning coffee. We loved being able to walk into town, the Boothbay Lobster Wharf and a number of other shops and restaurants along the way. Super place, we will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

LARRY G.

9 Sept 2019

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

Dock House

nice

10/10 Excellent

Kathe M.

3 Sept 2019

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Another Great visit !

Our second trip and it couldn't have been better! The renovations are great and Mike is so helpful. Including procuring fabulous lobsters for our last night! Love everything about it!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., San Diego, USA

13 Aug 2019

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Fantastic over-water experience

If you're a Boothbay regular, then this is without doubt the place to be: close to town, "over the water", fantastic vistas. You are (note) next to a working lobster wharf (that starts around 4:30 a.m.), but for us this added immensely to the charm of being able to rise, sip coffee and take stock of all the "happenings" around the wharf as the daily routine kicks in. Loved it and thanks Tanner. Jeff

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Dennis H., Mishawaka, IN

31 July 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Dock 7/20-27/2019

The experience at The Dock is all about location. It is absolutely marvelous to be ON the water next to a working lobster dock!! You can fish, swim, sit on The Dock all day and even go up on the observation deck!! The beds, other than the master, are wanting. No broom or mop to clean up during the week. But every pot or pan you could ever Want are in the cabinets. Appliances are new. TV and WiFi wonderful. We loved walking downtown several times a day and loved our Foodie Tour!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

14 Sept 2018

Our Third Spectacular Year at The Dock

This was the third year our group spent a week at The Dock and it was, as always, fabulous. The Dock, quite simply, is a great property for a group. As I wrote in my review two years ago, it is particularly well designed for a large party with the five bedrooms nicely spread out so that those with different sleeping habits don't disturb the others. The living quarters themselves have even been improved since 2016, with mostly new kitchen appliances and redone floors. Everything you could possibly need is there. The amenities (WiFi, cable, etc.) remain excellent with consistent internet reception and virtually all TV channels. The outdoor deck is large and outfitted with picnic tables for meals and a nice grill; the view from the deck and all the interior rooms is spectacular. Tanner, the owner, is a pleasure to deal with and Mike, the property manager, once again was a delight--always easily reachable by phone and the purveyor of the best lobsters around. The Dock is a unique and wonderful spot. We'll be back.