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Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home

Relax on your private flagstone patio or gather 'round the outdoor fire pit for s'mores nights to remember.

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Interior
TV, fireplace, books, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home

Sunny and bright, loads of light! Come and enjoy our clean, comfortable home away from home!

Our cedar-shaked, one-floor home welcomes you with vibrant flowerboxes and several flower beds on an acre in beautiful Maine. The two bedrooms (one with a double bed, one with twin beds) are complimented by the large sunny family room (with two queen futons) which leads to a private flagstone patio through French doors. The queen sofa bed in the living room is also available for sleeping. There is one full bathroom with bathtub; the shower has great water pressure to wash away your beach day's sand! Washer/dryer on are on site; there is an outdoor clothesline for drying beach towels and suits.

The home is well-suited for gatherings of your family and friends--settle by the indoor fireplace or relax around the outdoor fire pit for an evening campfire. The open-concept, fully equipped kitchen with bay window and the dining area are easily accessible to the large sunny deck via sliders and doors. The gently sloping lawn supports a large area for children to play safely nearby. Our large library of books allows you to read and relax whether you are out on the deck, down at the Point, or sitting on the beach! Our collection of DownEast magazines may help you plan your Maine adventures and excursions during your stay. And for those rainy days, there are many games and puzzles!

Famous Pemaquid Point Lighthouse lies just south down the road (2.5 miles) and the white sands of Pemaquid Beach are 1 mile east. We are located in the village of New Harbor with a quaint, fully-stocked grocery store, gas station, hardware/fishing gear store, ice cream stand, Maine artists' galleries & craft shops, and a bank/ATM all within walking distance from the house. New Harbor is central to all Midcoast Maine cities and towns--Freeport to Camden are within an hour of travel time. The twin cities of Damariscotta/Newcastle are the closest 'big' towns to our home.

Water sports (kayaking/canoeing, sailing, swimming (ocean, lake, river swimming 'hole'), fine restaurants, birding, Hardy Boat Tours (including Monhegan Island and the Maine coast), hiking, shopping/antiquing are all within several miles of our home. The Botanical Gardens in Boothbay are a must see! For children, there are many activities: beach fun, tide pool explorations, hands-on activities at the local Colonial Pemaquid Museum and the Boothbay Harbor Aquarium to name a few.


Keywords: Pemaquid Point, village home, peaceful, comfortable, Pemaquid Beach, Colonial Pemaquid,

Property manager

Martha Brooks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee per pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses solar energy
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Slow Down Go Back in Time relax Completely in Our Maine Home

About the neighborhood

Map
New Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 4 min drive
  • Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site - 4 min drive
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 44 min drive
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 46 min drive
  • Cabbage Island - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Coveside Bar & Grill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Osier's Wharf Store - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dot's Bakery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Pemaquid Craft Co-op and within 3 mi (5 km) of Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site and Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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Slow Down & Go Back in Time-Relax Completely in Our Maine Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Bristol cottage
Great location, walkable to (non chain) grocery sore with a surprisingly substantial selection of items as well as a nearby local craft shop. Cottage was clean, homey and much larger than we anticipated. We had an enjoyable time seeing the area sights, all in all a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay
Returned for our second stay after our initial rental last year. This is a clean, comfortable home with character. The location makes for a short drive to the lighthouse (and a short walk to the ice cream stand). The homeowner is friendly and responsive - really easy to deal with!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janessah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
We had a really nice stay! The home was clean and comfortable and we really had a good time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, comfortable house
Nice property within a short walk of Riley’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Lovely cottage with a long railroad layout, enjoyed it as it was clean and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy location in coastal maine
Martha's place was amazing. Very quaint with a lot of fun features to discover. Great location - 15 minutes from downtown Damariscotta. The fireplace was especially cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time here!
This was our first time staying here and in Bristol and we were totally charmed. We love the proximity to the beach, beautiful preserves, and to the local grocery store. The home was spacious, well appointed, and very comfortable for my mom, my husband and myself. Thank you so much for the wonderful visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet winter getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here in New Harbor. The quiet and solitude of that area was great, and early morning runs to Pemaquid Beach and down to the lighthouse - wonderful! Also close enough to Damariscotta and other towns was perfect. Thank you! The house itself- quiet, very clean, with everything we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We had a beautiful weekend so our time was mostly spent hiking, a wedding and sightseeing, the house served all our needs and we thrilled we could bring our dogs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Clean, well stocked, affordable. Great location close to beach and many good places to eat. Owner made the whole process smooth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

BURT R., Nashua, NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Value
Nice place, clean, great location, and accepts pets. Everything as advertised. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W., Lake Charles, LA

Very comfortable and home-like.
This was a very comfortable place to stay. More than enough room for three adults. It was conveniently located to a small grocery store, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, and the Pemaquid Craft Coop. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Convenient!
The house is comfortably furnished and decorated with enough personalized touches to set it apart from the cookie cutter look of many hotels/motels. It's surprisingly long, front to back, so people can gather together or enjoy alone time. The homeowner is friendly and responds quickly to all inquiries. The location is just 2.5 miles from Pemaquid Point lighthouse, and less than half that distance (in the opposite direction) to a small, collection of stores (food market, ice cream stand, gas station. Both the home and the area are highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Best hostess ever!
Martha was an amazing and generous hostess. My dogs and I were moving from Texas to Maine which involved MANY different stops and living arrangements while waiting for our forever home. Martha made the whole process so much easier and was incredibly supportive in oh so many ways. I was not only taken care of, I made a new friend!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Happy with Our First Trip to Maine!
Our family of five was very glad to have the opportunity to discover Maine from this wonderfully homey place. We had a comfortable stay, and really appreciated bedding and towels were provided, the kitchen was fully equipped, and there was plenty of entertainment in form of games, books and local magazines, and a TV. The place felt clean without feeling sterile, and private without being cold. This location also affords to not be completely dependent on a car, which is a quite a rare thing, as one can shop for groceries, get ice cream, visit the craft co-op on foot, and, if inclined to walk for a longer time, we found it was possible to reach the New Harbor ferry that way as well. Our stay was short, so we were able to keep our days full and sample a little bit of everything without having to go far. We had a great time and are very grateful to Martha for this home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much more room than anticipated
The house is in a great location. The circular driveway made for easy access. It's much larger inside than it looks in photos, plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen is very well outfitted. Leaving the guests paper goods to get started was a nice touch. We often travel with pets, so we've certainly stayed in not as nice places (accidents happen, we get it, that's why we diaper our senior boy just in case - he's 16), but with the pet and cleaning fees, I was not expecting to see old stains on some rugs. I AM grateful that there are homes that welcome pets, sometimes it's a necessity not a choice. A very pleasant time was had by all. Thank you Martha
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July 2021 Review
New Harbor and Pemiquid Point is where my mother’s family has lived for generations and is my favorite place to visit. I always feel like the real world is 1,000 miles away while sitting on the rocks at the lighthouse. For this trip, we needed more room to accommodate my two children and their spouses so we decided on this cute cottage. This home is cozy in the perfect location to see all the sights. It’s traditional New England charm adds to the overall Maine experience. The owners were so accommodating and easy to work with. Plus, the washer and dryer are Amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Libby C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well used place
This is a large property, much larger than we needed. It was convenient to the places we wanted to visit. The owner was responsive when we had a leak in the washer supply and promises that a new washer is on order so that it will fill the tub in less than an hour. The kitchen is fully equipped. In fact, there are many duplicate items. I got the feeling that the owner uses this for family gatherings, and has for years since there are lots of futons, games, and books.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too short but sweet
We really enjoyed our three-night stay at Martha's cottage while we were visiting Maine colleges with our daughter. We only wish we could have stayed longer. We walked to the grocery store and the ice cream stand and drove to the nearby light house, the beach, and restaurants. The cottage was very spacious and comfortable for only three people. It can accommodate a much larger group, although there is only one bathroom. The kitchen was very well equipped for our needs, and we enjoyed eating at the kitchen table and out on the deck. I loved the traditional Maine/New England decor! Martha was very helpful and responsive whenever we had questions. I hope we can return some time. Thanks, Martha!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy stay in New Harbor
Property was as advertised. While close to the road with light traffic, the house rambles away from it, with easy living spaces, comfortable seating in living room, and a kitchen/dining area with windows and glass doors to the patio and an expanse of greenery in back. After entering through a big furnished room, close to the driveway/road, with two futon sofas and furniture, you then enter the house through the bedroom with a full-size bed (somewhat soft). The single bathroom is at the other end of the house, before the 2nd bedroom with two twin beds. So, nice, light, gathering space in the middle, while distant bedrooms allow for privacy. Front entry room would be a plus if you have kids who need to flop around away from adults. Fine for a 3-night stay. Wonderful walking proximity to Harbor Ice Cream, a good Market, and wonderful baked goods at Abundant. Easy drive to nature reserves in South Bristol or to Pemaquid Point.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley P., 46835

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Pemaquid
We loved our stay at this property. We got in exhausted after flight issues, and were so pleasantly surprised. Even ice cubes in the trays & chilled mugs in the freezer. Cozy & welcoming. Clean and well stocked just like home. Martha has done such a great job with carefully selected and thoughtfully placed decor. Vintage maps of the area, a great Oriental rug collection, handmade quilt items in each room. Every room is themed. The main living room has books, maps, magazines, & flyers from many local attractions, as well as fiction, classics, and travel in the area. Also plenty of card games, board games, and puzzles for pretty much all ages. The lighthouse is 2 miles down the street, the beach is around the corner. The variety store is a short walk, like 3 minutes. (They had everything we needed from postcards to fresh fruit.) If you are looking for a brand new unit with Ikea furniture then this house isn't your place. If you want cozy, interesting, comfortable, and feels-like-home then this is for you. We loved it and would stay here again in a heartbeat. Martha made us feel very welcome and like instant friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Junie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Funky, but comfortable
The home was very convenient for our plans (boat trip to Monhegan), although there were a few discrepancies with what was on line and the actual rental, particularly no fire pit. We also couldn't find quite enough pillows or at least pillow covers for the pillows we wanted to use. Also, although it did mention it in the lease, having to bring your trash up the street to the dump was a bit of a hassle. We were traveling in a small convertable so the trash bag had to sit in our lap, and the dump was closed on Labor Day, our departure day, so I had to go past the gate and just leave the bag anywhere (all the dumpsters looked already sorted for recycling). Also having to replace all the used paper goods was a bit weird. We used very little and there is not a store right nearby. Also, there was only one bottle of hand soap in the kitchen, no soap at all in the bathroom. As I stated previously, great location for our plans, and allowing a dog were the biggest advantages for this home. There were just a few quirks that I hadn't encounterd before in a VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget W., WEST NEWBURY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Martha’s Mainehouse is a gem!
This was one of the homiest places we’ve rented in our 30 years of travels. It’s quirky and full of character so you really feel like you’re in someone’s home rather than a generic vacation rental. As other guests have noted, the home is very well equipped, particularly the kitchen. The only thing we didn’t find was a grill brush, but it was probably there somewhere. We appreciated that the fridge was cold and there was plenty of ice when we arrived, even frozen mugs that we didn’t use but thought a great idea. The shower has great pressure and very hot water for those who like a really invigorating shower. There are plenty of bed linens for a crowd. We slept in the back bedroom (twin beds) because we didn’t want to navigate the couple steps in the night to use the bathroom. The twin beds are very soft so if you like something firmer one of the futons or perhaps the double bed may be better for you. Also and importantly, particularly these days, the house was spotless and well maintained. We lucked out with fabulous weather so spent most of our daylight hours outdoors, both at the house and around the peninsula. In the evenings at the house we enjoyed completing a jigsaw puzzle, reading on our devices (great wifi), and browsing the many books/magazines available to guests. Martha has thought of everything! We brought our 12-year-old buddy Brego who is used to having a fenced yard and a doggie door to come/go at his leisure. Instead we put a stake-out anchor with tie-out cable in the yard so he could safely roam and sniff. He quickly figured out that if he pawed at the door he could hang out on the deck, so he spent a lot of time out there while we were at the house. He went with us everywhere else, so we couldn’t go a couple places (beach, botanical garden) but we all really enjoyed a good hike on the LaVerna Trail and a great lunch at Shaw’s Wharf on opening day. Our boy was welcome at both. Martha’s Mainehouse was only a 2.5 hour drive from our home but felt a world away. Mid-May is ideal because most everything is open, but the summer crowds haven’t arrived. One tip we would give future guests is that when looking for the house, go by the posted house numbers. We were using our Garmin and Waze, and both sent us way too far south; our visitors from the Portland area had the same issue. If you follow the house numbers, which are very easy to see, you can’t miss 2599 Bristol Road. We WILL be back again. Thank you, Martha!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Area!
We absolutely loved staying in the area of Bristol. This house is located perfectly. It is situated on the main road through town which makes it within 5 minutes of just about everything—Pemaquid Lighthouse, Pemaquid Beach, New Harbor (Hardy Boat and Shaw’s Restaurant), Rachel Carson Salt Pond, and Pemaquid Harbor which is home to Maine Kayak (the BEST thing we did on our visit) and the old Fort. You can also walk to the small, adorable town grocery store and ice cream stand. The neighbors were very friendly and the area was quiet and safe. The house is quite quirky, which at first felt strange, but we grew to love it! We did not feel like we stayed in a sterile rental property but instead felt like we stayed the week at our grandma’s house. Once we got settled in it felt comfortable and homey. Martha was very sweet and helpful. This was our first time ever visiting the north east. We are from Kentucky and usually go south or west for vacation. So, this was an amazing experience for us. **THE CONS** I am giving it a rating of 4 stars because the house could use some maintenance work and some updating. The outside of the home is where the most work is needed. The landscaping and flower beds were badly, badly overgrown. There were giant weeds with thorns and burrs all along the porch (like I am talking as tall as my 6 year old!) and the kids kept accidentally brushing against them while playing outside. It looked like the flower beds hadn’t been tended to at all this season and maybe even last year too! I was looking forward to seeing the nice flower beds because it is listed as one of the perks of the house in the listing, but they no longer look the way they look in the listing photos. The outdoor plastic furniture also needs replaced. It is old and brittle. I am very petite and when I sat in the chair it began to crack as if it was going to break. We chose to not use them as to avoid injury and only used the wrought iron patio set for the week. There was also a portion of the yard/driveway by the garage that I had to tell my kids to avoid because I found several rusty nails on the ground. I believe maybe they are popping out of the siding and falling to the ground? Either way—the property has SO much potential and we still VERY much enjoyed our stay, I just feel like the outdoor space needs a spruce up to make the experience more enjoyable and safe for renters.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pumpkinfest Trip!
Excellent property and location! Couldn't be happier with the location and proximity to amazing places!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024