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

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
spacious eat-in kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Pemaquid Craft Co-op
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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New Harbor, ME
  • Place, Pemaquid Craft Co-op
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪59 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

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

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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 336463vb
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.
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New Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Craft Co-op - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 44 min drive - 60.7 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 46 min drive - 62.1 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 57 min drive - 83.2 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Dot's Bakery - Round Pond, Maine - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Round Pond Coffee - ‬15 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.

How much is parking at Charming Home W/Harbor View: Walk to Resturants, Shops & Beach?

On-site parking is available at the 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).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, very warm and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra M.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Herbert R.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beate R.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2024
Thank you Carol, so happy you and your family enjoyed your stay in our home. We hope to have you back again sometime. Be well
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dan S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2024
I apologize if you were mislead regarding the bathrooms. On the VRBO listing sight it only gives the homeowner two options for listing bathrooms; a full bath or a half bath. That bathroom is not a half bath because it has a tub, so it gets listed as a full bath. In regards to your comment on the kitchen and counters. It is an exaggeration that the counter tops are held together by tape as in fact ONLY one small corner of a counter has some tape on it as previous guests must have caught an edge there and we have it taped. I have had over ten years of happy guests, I am sorry that the house did not meet your needs.
Verified

8/10 Good

Krista W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed our home and that you had a nice vacation. Thank you and have a healthy/happy 2019.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

This is a gem!

My family and I traveled here to return my husband's ashes to Maine, where he was born and raised. I cannot thank our host Reilly and her family for the kindness and compassion shown to us during our stay. The lenghts that they went to in order to assist us with arrangements that had nothing to do with the actual house rental was astounding and we will always remember them for it.I've included a photo of the harbor taken from the bedroom window of the largest bedroom. I could sit in a chair reading a book and glance out that window all day. Of course, that is if I could ever get myself out of that massive bed with the most sublime mattress lol. It was unbelievably comfortable. While that bedroom appears to have been renovated wtih lovely wide plank hardwood floors, some details like the crazy high baseboard molding still remain. The downstairs bathroom has been fully renovated with a "swanky" shower and large vanity area. The upstairs bathroom has a claw foot tub which I hope is never removed from that house.A wrap around porch in front and a brick patio area in back gave us plenty of room to reminisce about our fondest memories of my husband. The cell phone signal in the harbor area is not the strongest but quaint fishing harbor and gigantic cell phone towers just don't go hand in hand. The host has wifi though and we were able to stream movies. Even though it's a very large house, it still felt cozy. My only suggestion is to put a chair in front of that window!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judith h.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori N.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith F.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian h.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Braden S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Doris D.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

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!
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob N Jess R.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

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