Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 556 sq m

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Damariscotta, ME

Frances Perkins Center3 min walk
Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery2 min drive
Damariscotta Farmer's Market4 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Captain's Quarter

1 King Bed

Guest Room / V-berth

1 Queen Bed

Main Salon

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom en suite Main Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Head en suite Guest Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

Imagine relaxing on the deck, inhaling pure ocean air and nautical vibes, drink in hand, the freshest oysters on the table, lobsters in the pot, enjoying your own private sunset on the Damariscotta River in Maine.
Mazu is docked right in the quant village in Damariscotta, which is “just small enough to be charming, and just busy enough to be interesting.”
Two minutes from Route 1; and parking is free.1 hr from Portland and 2.5 hrs Bar Harbor! The use of two kayaks and a canoe is included. No pets, no parties.
The 42-foot Mazu features elegant bedding, a sleek kitchen, and spacious decks for sunning and entertaining. Two private staterooms are perfect for four guests; but with an additional sofa bed in the main salon, Mazu can accommodate up to five guests.

Property manager

Olga Oros

Premier Host

Languages

English, Hungarian

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

• THE BOAT IS STRICTLY AN ANIMAL FREE ZONE DUE TO SEVERE ALLERGIES No overnight guests without approval

No parties or events

No overnight guests without approval

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Damariscotta

Located in Damariscotta, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site and Hidden Valley Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum and Penobscot Marine Museum. Pemaquid Craft Co-op 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.

Damariscotta, ME

What's nearby

Frances Perkins Center - 3 min walk
Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery - 2 min drive
Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site - 2 min drive
Damariscotta Farmer's Market - 4 min drive
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 26 min drive

Getting around

Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 2 min drive
Newcastle Publick House - 4 min walk
Reunion Station - 5 min drive
Mike's Place - 2 min drive
Old Time Donuts - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River located?

Located in the heart of Damariscotta, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Frances Perkins Center and Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery. Little Point and Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

4 September 2023

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

Perfect Stay

We loved the boat and the town. A perfect vacation.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

14 August 2023

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

Great location

This is our second year vacationing on MAZU. We love the easy access to good restaurants and shopping. Also a nearby restaurant has live music during happy hour so we had that as a bonus as we relaxed on the boat. The owners are great!! Although we had an issue with the plumbing this year, Chip responded quickly and resolved the problem. We are hoping to stay on the MAZU again next summer.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

6 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We really enjoyed being on the water. This was our first time staying on a boat, but will not be the last. It was a lovely location and a great experience.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorree H.

17 July 2023

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

Unique Accommodations

We totally enjoyed our weekend stay in Damariscotta. The houseboat accommodations were awesome. Olga, the property manager, was exceptional. We will return. Great location….a short walk to all of the downtown restaurants and shops of Damariscotta and Newcastle. Wonderful place to experience Maine!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Olga Oros

What I do depends on the season and the location. During the summer months in Maine I run Maine Bed and Boat and Damariscotta River Cruises with my partner, Captain Chip, meet amazing people, film, take photos, have fun and tend my organic garden. When the weather gets cooler I teach classes based on Traditional Chinese Medicine and Qigong. In the cold months I'm back in New York City and hibernate in the editing room creating documentary films. And somewhere in between I visit my family in Budapest and friends in other parts of the world.