10/10 Excellent
Rita H.
12 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Perfection
Rita H.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
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Gorgeous Harbor Views On The Wharf! - The Boathouse At Corea Harbor!
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 592 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Corea, ME
- Schoodic Peninsula14 min drive
- Village Green70 min drive
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching70 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
Gorgeous Harbor Views On The Wharf! - The Boathouse At Corea Harbor!
This is a wonderfully unique property in the ultra quaint fishing village of Corea, Maine.
The Boathouse is a weather-grey shingled, rustic two-story structure that sits squarely on a fishing wharf in the heart of the village of Corea. Our family purchased the Boathouse in 1970 and it was renovated in 1977 my late dad, Victor Christ-Janer who was an internationally recognized architect with a love for the simple life.
The Boathouse has 180 degree views of the harbor from the sun drenched upstairs kitchen and dining area. Read a book or watch the boats come and go from the harbor on the gated outdoor wharf deck and listen to the tide come in underneath your feet!
You can easily walk, jog or bike your way around the harbor. Bring a camera or a sketchbook - there is a photo-op every ten steps! Explore off the beaten path side roads, rock walking, discover the sunny beach which gives way to the sandbar that will take you to an island exploration at low tide, pick wild blueberries or buy a bucket of lobster at boat-side prices from the Corea Co-op.
People come to Corea (once called Indian Harbor) for the slow pace yet discover that restaurants, snack bars, grocery shopping, 5 & 10 are all a scenic 10-minute drive away. Nearby Winter Harbor is home to the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia National Park. Drive or bike the 8-mile loop road. Hike one of several trails to the top of Schoodic Point.
Feed the gulls and watch the waves crash on the rocky coast with Mt. Desert Island in the background.
For a longer excursion, you are 30 minutes from Ellsworth for large shopping centers, big box stores, pharmacies, more great food. Corea is about 50-60 minute ride over to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. If the little ones need distraction, the road from Ellsworth towards Bar Harbor is your answer. Mini-golf, scenic airplane rides, a small animal preserve to name a few will fit the bill. Shop, eat, whale watch, hike, climb, swim. It’s all there on at Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island.
The Boathouse offers the vacationer casual, well appointed lodging at budget prices, with easy access to a whole lot of relaxation!
The Boathouse is a weather-grey shingled, rustic two-story structure that sits squarely on a fishing wharf in the heart of the village of Corea. Our family purchased the Boathouse in 1970 and it was renovated in 1977 my late dad, Victor Christ-Janer who was an internationally recognized architect with a love for the simple life.
The Boathouse has 180 degree views of the harbor from the sun drenched upstairs kitchen and dining area. Read a book or watch the boats come and go from the harbor on the gated outdoor wharf deck and listen to the tide come in underneath your feet!
You can easily walk, jog or bike your way around the harbor. Bring a camera or a sketchbook - there is a photo-op every ten steps! Explore off the beaten path side roads, rock walking, discover the sunny beach which gives way to the sandbar that will take you to an island exploration at low tide, pick wild blueberries or buy a bucket of lobster at boat-side prices from the Corea Co-op.
People come to Corea (once called Indian Harbor) for the slow pace yet discover that restaurants, snack bars, grocery shopping, 5 & 10 are all a scenic 10-minute drive away. Nearby Winter Harbor is home to the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia National Park. Drive or bike the 8-mile loop road. Hike one of several trails to the top of Schoodic Point.
Feed the gulls and watch the waves crash on the rocky coast with Mt. Desert Island in the background.
For a longer excursion, you are 30 minutes from Ellsworth for large shopping centers, big box stores, pharmacies, more great food. Corea is about 50-60 minute ride over to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. If the little ones need distraction, the road from Ellsworth towards Bar Harbor is your answer. Mini-golf, scenic airplane rides, a small animal preserve to name a few will fit the bill. Shop, eat, whale watch, hike, climb, swim. It’s all there on at Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island.
The Boathouse offers the vacationer casual, well appointed lodging at budget prices, with easy access to a whole lot of relaxation!
Property manager
Katherine Christ-Janer
Languages
English
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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet Fee to be discussed.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Corea
Located in Corea, this cottage is on the waterfront. Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center and Grindstone Neck Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bar Harbor Whale Watching and Wild Gardens of Acadia. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Corea, ME
What's nearby
- Chapter Two Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Schoodic Peninsula - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 67 min drive - 68.3 km
- Village Green - 70 min drive - 71.0 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 70 min drive - 71.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- J.M. Gerrish Restaurant - 13 min drive
- The Pickled Wrinkle - 9 min drive
- Me & Ben's Dairy Creme - 9 min drive
- Maine Fair Trade Lobster - 7 min drive
- The Bakery - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Judy W.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Judy W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
David W.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
David W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette D.
28 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boathouse fun
Jeanette D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
4 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2024 stay
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
tracy k.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful harbor view
tracy k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leigh S.
11 Oct 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Corea Boathouse
Leigh S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Linda H.
12 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place especially if spending days hiking
Linda H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
julie l.
29 Aug 2011
A Slice of Heaven
julie l.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
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28 July 2010
We Loved It
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8/10 Good
J K.
13 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J K.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dave K.
14 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique in every way
Dave K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette D.
26 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lobster boats in Bay
Jeanette D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location X 3
Sarah W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
J David S.
21 Sept 2018
Gorgeous location and views
J David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
6/10 Okay
Cheryl M.
9 Sept 2018
Watch the working waterfront
Cheryl M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Deborah B.
10 Aug 2018
A perch on Corea Harbor.. Stunning views
Deborah B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
6/10 Okay
Diane B., Dartmouth Massachusetts USA
25 July 2018
not a real house boat
Diane B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
jessica M.
15 Oct 2017
charming rustic
jessica M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Okay
Charles and Rieneke A.
5 Oct 2017
Unique spot in lovely village
Charles and Rieneke A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Karen B.,
21 July 2017
Beautiful, clean, comfortable, spacious, well-appointed home on the harbor!
Karen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Keri S.
10 July 2017
Relaxing Vacation
Keri S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
21 May 2017
Quaint village
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Linda H.
14 Aug 2016
delightful location
Linda H.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie W.
10 July 2016
Excellent base for exploring Schoodic portion of Acadia
Stephanie W.
About the host
Hosted by Katherine Christ-Janer
My name is Katherine Christ-Janer. I am the owner and manager of The Boathouse at Corea Harbor. Our family has owned The Boathouse and also the house across the street since the early 1970’s. My sister presently owns the house across the street as now both our parents have passed, so it is now our privilege to continue on.
Our family lived in New Canaan, Connecticut where my father Victor had a successful architectural firm during the hay-day of the mid-century modernist movement. My mother Beth was a homemaker and together they raised us kids. We were so fortunate to have many, many sweet summers in Corea.
Our family lived in New Canaan, Connecticut where my father Victor had a successful architectural firm during the hay-day of the mid-century modernist movement. My mother Beth was a homemaker and together they raised us kids. We were so fortunate to have many, many sweet summers in Corea.
Why they chose this property
In 1970, my father was touring with the Danforth Foundation, giving a series of lectures on architecture in colleges and universities all around the United States. Were it not for a lecture at Colby College in Waterville, Maine in the deep freeze of winter we might not have found Corea. My parents had been considering a summer home for a little while and despite the bitter cold temperatures in the area, my father set out on a mission. He decided to travel the coastline above Bar Harbor to the north. His first stop was the the Schoodic Peninsula. He arrived into Corea met a couple of artist painting from the back of their van. As my father explained what he was doing, the artists told my father that they had just made the drive from the north heading south, painting as they went and that he needn't bother going any further - that there was nothing more beautiful than Corea. This is how we ended up in Corea!
What makes this property unique
The most unique aspect of the Boathouse is the fact that the house sits directly on a working wharf dead center in the middle of town. Being in the Boathouse feels a bit like being in a boat. You can actually hear the water lapping the rocky shore and underpinnings of the wharf from inside the house. There are lobster traps on the wharf, as our friend Randy fishes from this wharf. You will see him and his boat come and go. The house isn't 'fussy' it is rustic and casual and has some interesting touches. For instance, when finishing the bathroom downstairs, my father retained an interior weathered shingled wall on which fisherman had carved their initials over the years. The enclosed wharf deck allows guest to sit as close to the water as the boats and gives one of the most coveted views of the harbor on the shore.
Languages:
English
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