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

Holiday home in New Harbor with kitchen and patio

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Sea-air nourishes our flowerbox blossoms all summer--
Charming on your arrival...
Relax in the many sitting areas of our home. This front room w/ 2 queen futons--
The front room leads into the first bedroom...
The large lawns allow for many outdoor gatherings too!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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New Harbor, ME
  • Place, Pemaquid Beach Park
  • Place, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Front room

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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,

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
There is a $50 pet fee per pet.
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses solar energy
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

New Harbor

Located in New Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park and Penobscot Marine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pemaquid Craft Co-op and Dolphin Mini Golf. Boothbay Railway Village and Maine State Aquarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Pemaquid Craft Co-op - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Colonial Pemaquid State Historic Site - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 56 min drive - 58.5 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 58 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriage House Food and Beverage Store - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Shaw's Fish & Lobster Wharf - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bristol Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Round Pond Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪East Boothbay General Store - ‬47 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?

Checkout 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 holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 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 is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained by owner. Efficient. Spacious. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark M.

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

Lovely older property

Other than furniture that is older and not the most comfortable, this is an excellent location from which to explore a lovely quiet peninsula Down East.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Perfect

Perfect for a getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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

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

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

Bill M.

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

Maine Delight

Had a wonderful stay. Cottage has plenty of room. Great location. Nice kitchen. Great washer/dryer. Very good internet service. Lovely peaceful backyard.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Convenience

Close to the beach and to store and restaurants. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Cindy H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Sadly, I must leave a very negative review of this property. The description of the property was vastly misrepresented. The property was not clean, nor were photos which must have been taken years ago. There were dog hairs on the futon and cobwebs with a hole stuffed with still wool in living room and also covered with cobweb. The double doors in living room were tied shut with rope. This led to a nonexistent flagstone patio overgrown and unkept for years. The curtain was torn in living room and curtains in bedroom tied with string. There. Was a rectangular hole in cut out in the bedroom door which I stuffed closed with string from curtain. Had there been a camera there? I don’t know. The screen door was filthy as were the chairs on the deck. There was a dead hanging basket and dead flowers on the deck table. There was no soap in the shower and the curtain in the bathroom was a ragged piece of material hung over a curtain rod. The towel rack had been removed from the door leaving holes in the door. There was no hairdryer. I will provide photos of this property that do not fit the description in the listing. The host was described as a premier host. I have received a refund for the cleaning fee by VRBO which I appreciate, but we were uncomfortable staying there and feel we should be fully refunded due to total misrepresentation of the property. We were unable to find any other accommodations for our stay as everything rise was booked. We would have left if we could have.
Door to outside tied shut
Overgrown patio flagstones and unkept area
Turn dirty curtain in livingroom.
Bedroom curtains
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming, amenities were great and we love the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A clean, spacious, comfortable place, well located to explore area attractions or simply to relax. Pemaquid Beach is a real gem and only minutes away; dogs are allowed Oct 16 through Apr 30. Martha is very responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Something to know: House is railroad style—people sleeping on the futons in the family have to go through the bedroom with the full-size bed to reach the rest of the house, and anyone sleeping in that bedroom has to go through the living room. So, a potential privacy issue if your party doesn’t fit in the two bedrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was as advertised. It was very clean and our host Martha was awesome. The location was exactly what we needed to enjoy the Maine coastline attractions and the fall weather. Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cottage! Well equipped with games and kitchen supplies.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Quaint, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was quick and easy. The house was so cozy and comfortable. Martha was responsive and welcoming. We will definitely be returning to her lovely, peaceful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy with our stay. Property had everything what’s needed. And it’s a good location - walking distance to New Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

May M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect spot for my short getaway stay. The house has a very homey feel, and the spacious deck and yard are lovely and very private even though the house is on a busy road. As a first time vrbo user, I was particularly impressed by how responsive the owner was to any questions or concerns I had. The house was also immaculately clean. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to family and friends who want a holiday in this lovely part of Maine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katrin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful comfortable home which slept our family of 7 easily. Short drive to the beach. We also enjoyed swimming in the river and walking downtown to get ice cream. Host was excellent and responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amber F.

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

Nice place

Very well equipped in a nice, quiet setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona S.

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

Charming and Homey!

This rental was affordable and ideal for our family. The home is chock full of Maine doo-dads and what-nots, quilts, tapestries, books, games, etc. A small grocery store is a pleasant 5 minute walk (get there early to get their amazing fresh made pastries every morning), as well as a wonderful ice cream stand. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Martha Brooks

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I am a retired speech/language pathologist who has worked with children for over 30 years in the NH public schools. The children's enthusiasm for life and learning inspires me daily!

I am a mom, Certified Zentangle Teacher, artist, Greyhound and cat rescuer, quilter, thinker, reader, and life-lover!

Why they chose this property

My family has been coming to the Damariscotta/Pemaquid region since before my birth. I grew up vacationing at our family's log cabin on nearby Biscay Pond.

As an adult, I searched for a long time for my Mainehouse--a home that was slightly off the beaten path, but still close to the many places I loved around the Pemaquid Peninsula.

What makes this property unique

I treasure both the 'perfect summer days' and the quiet moments off-season that I have at my Mainehouse with family and friends. Whether I am reading, teaching Zentangle classes, working on a quilt, going to an auction, or cooking a lobster meal for others, I am always amazed at the peace I feel in my home in Maine.

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