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Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake and a small island.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a porch, located near a body of water.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a sink. There are two white bar stools and a yellow vase with flowers on the counter.
A room with a large window overlooking a lake, a wooden floor, and a window sill with three glass candle holders.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
Sleeps 8•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Boothbay, ME

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area

B's at Sea is located on the Ocean Point peninsula. Linekin Bay is to the west, and the Damariscotta River to the east. Perched high on a cliff overlooking the
river and ocean, B's at Sea is a soothing retreat away from the bustle of Boothbay Harbor, yet close enough to enjoy all of its amenities. Newly updated and comfortably appointed for up to 6 guests, with 2 full bathrooms, new washer & dryer, gas grill, full kitchen with dishwasher, lobster feasting equipment, deck, all new bedding, pillows, linens, towels and beach towels, new furnishings, high speed wi-fi, cable tv, shared association sandy (at low tide) swim and picnic area 3 doors away, suitable for launching your canoe or kayak.

One queen bedroom, second bedroom with two twins, pull-out queen sofa bed, (with 2" foam topper for extra comfort) and new loft, accessed by a ship-type ladder, (spring 2016) which sleeps two on a full sized futon.

A distant foghorn or the lapping surf may lull you to sleep at night. The murmur of lobster boat engines will likely be the first sounds of the morning. The sun rises early in Maine, and so do many of the lobstering-folk! It is a pleasant, calming hum, however.

The enormous stone fireplace warms the cottage on cool nights. Firewood and starter logs provided. Several games, books, and magazines as well as family DVDs, are kept at B's at Sea for guests to enjoy.

Those more agile may get down to the water's edge and sit on the rocks, but it is somewhat of a challenging descent! Please exercise caution, and supervise children carefully. We will continue to improve the property in order to make the trek easier, and will update the listing accordingly.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please return key to lockbox.
Close all windows.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests must answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking. May be subject to cancellation if unresponsive.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 748590vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

East Boothbay

Located in East Boothbay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Carousel Music Theater and Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and Maine State Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Boothbay, ME

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪South Bristol Fisherman's Coop - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Cup Coffeehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, Oceanfront Retreat, Sleeps 6, Semi-Private Sandy Swim Area located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Linekin Bay and within 6 miles (10 km) of Grimes Cove Beach and Carousel Music Theater. Boothbay Region Land Trust and Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is beautiful with everything you need for a wonderful vacation, and the view is magnificent!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loretta A.

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

Excellent getaway!

Thank you for sharing your home with us - it was a week of rest, relaxation, and boat watching!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crislin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! We can't wait to return. The cottage is so thoughtfully set up and really enjoyable to spend time in. Thank you Beth!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlene A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Setting was lovely, views were to die for, the renovated portion of the house (living/dining area) was great. Bedrooms and bathrooms are a bit rustic and obviously awaiting renovation. We were very comfortable there and enjoyed a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Cottage getaway

Beautiful location. Excellent water views while cooking, lounging, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Loved it!

Beautiful property & so clean & well appointed, great location! Had everything we wanted for a wonderful vacation week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Great location with spectacular views

We enjoyed the quiet location with fabulous views from the deck and living room. It's an easy drive to Ocean Point for running, walking, climbing on the rocks or swimming. And very close to Boothbay Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Farnham Point

Glorious view and comfortable cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth’s place is simply breathtaking! The home is clean, bright, beautifully decorated and filled with light. The deck became the best part of our days - from sunrises, coffee and lobster boats in the morning to grilling, ospreys, bats and sailboats in the evening. The location is central to many activities. We were beyond blessed to be there and already long to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Perfect cozy retreat!

We absolutely loved Bees ByThe Sea! The welcoming, well appointed cottage hosted 6 adults perfectly. Morning coffee on the deck with fabulous Damariscotta River and ocean views was such a bonus! The location was great. We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thank you for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Fantastic Waterfront Rental

My family thoroughly enjoyed our week at B’s at Sea. The views are spectacular and the interior was comfy and tastefully decorated. Our son loved the shared beach access and it was a quiet, peaceful neighborhood to walk around in, as a family, with great access to the trails at the nearby Land Trust Preserve. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Wonderful Time

Beautiful views, open and spacious cottage. Friends from CO and MI loved the area and house. Thank you for an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duncan G.

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

Great little house in great location with a wonderful view. Well decorated; well provisioned

One of the best places we’ve stayed, which is a testament to the owner as they are still working to bring the property to its fullest potential. Little more needs to be said. We hope to stay there again. 5*s all round.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2020
Thank you, Duncan! We hope you and your family decide to come again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Serhiy M.

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

River and Ocean

We could not bring ourselves to leaving the porch: views towards the ocean and across a river were spectacular. The house is spacious and bright, located on a very quiet private road, a short drive to all Boothbay Peninsula attractions. Also, house owner Beth was very helpful with restaurants recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect getaway

The cottage is charming, spotlessly clean and well appointed. Sometimes you wonder whether the property will be as good as it looks in the photos and we were delighted to find this cottage even better than we hoped. Beth is an attentive host who provided all the info we needed ahead of our stay. Highly recommended and have already passed this one onto friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Second stay at B’s

We recently returned for our second stay at B’s Cottage, and it was just as fantastic as the first time! Every aspect of our stay was perfect. The location is convenient, an easy drive to explore all of Boothbay. We loved the paddleboarding opportunities right from the shared cove at the property, and at nearby Ocean Point. Many restaurants and lobster shacks are close by, offering a great variety of delicious meals when we didn’t cook for ourselves in the well-appointed kitchen. Beth is a great host and communicates well. We highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway in Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you, Matthew. Was great to have you back! Beth
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael k.

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

perfect week

Views! Views! We have stayed in Boothbay Harbor before but East Boothbay is just the right combination of quite, beauty and access. Beth's place has wonderful views of Casco Bay and the Damariscotta River. The lobster boats in the morning and the light off the water at night were amazing. We had a Bald Eagle hunting up and down the river flying right below the house over the water. Cant beat it. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

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

Breathtaking views

Well suited for an unforgettable family experience. Quick responses from owners. Kitchen dishes, silverware, utensils, pots and pans extremely well stocked. The binoculars provided a close up view of lobster boats coming and going. One minor item...Handle was broken off the porcelain soap dish built into the main bath tub wall. Would encourage replacement. We had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Michael F.

Lovely coastal Maine cottage

My wife and I had a lovely stay in late September. The cottage has wonderful views of the Damariscotta river and out towards the bay and open ocean. We spent hours sitting on the deck and enjoying the view. The location is fantastic with a nice little beach area down the road and a short drive into Boothbay center. The living area was wonderfully decorated and Beth has the cottage stocked perfectly for guests with towels and kitchen supplies-everything a guest could need. A few areas for improvement -views are very nice but landscaping is pretty rough and could really use some work, there is a lot of potential for the yard. -the lower deck was recently patched up but needs some more work, the rail is not sturdy. -while the decorating is very tasteful and thoughtful, particularly the lovely main room, some areas such as bathroom and kitchen need updating for the price range... Overall: Fantastic coastal cottage with lovely views. We had a great time and would both return in the future and recommend to friends and family! Thanks Beth!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you so much for the review! Glad you enjoyed your stay. I agree with the points you've made regarding the landscape and improvements. We are in our second year of ownership and are continuously trying to make the cottage better and more comfortable. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place in East Boothbay ! The views were amazing from the living room windows and all the decks! Liked the different areas we could sit and enjoy nature hear the birds ! We even saw an Eagle out front! Nice and private! Very relaxing!Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

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

Quiet spot with amazing views

So happy we found this lovely cottage. Just as described and views to die for. Sit on the porch or down in the chairs and watch the lobstermen working early morning or watch the Bald eagles and Osprey flying by. Very private but close to many of the wonderful Boothbay area trails, shopping and many great restaurants. Cottage has everything you need for a perfect week or two. Nothing was lacking and communication with host easy. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyn K.

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

Beautiful views, airy and quiet

We had a wonderful week here (two adults, two teens). The cottage has large windows to let the sea breezes in and to view the ever changing river scene (and weather). The kitchen is well stocked with dishes/mugs/cups/silverware/utensils/pans, etc., along with basics such as sugar, salt/pepper, olive oil, tea. Bring your own of anything to be refrigerated. Washer/dryer is a plus. The sofas and beds were comfortable and the two teens enjoyed the loft area. Two decks (east and south) let you choose shade or sun most of the day, with comfy seating for reading or bird watching (the family of ospreys were especially active). Lobster and sail boats come by daily. Location is excellent - short drives to Ocean Point, the botanical gardens and Boothbay Harbor proper. The quiet neighborhood was a welcome retreat from the world. I would highly recommend B's @ Sea.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Great view and quiet location

We really enjoyed our stay! Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

So peaceful

The property is as advertised. We have never stayed in such a well stocked place before. The view is spectacular and so peaceful. We did the Cabbage Island Clambake which was a lot of fun. We saw a gorgeous sunset at Boothbay Lobster Wharf. Great early entertainment for those of us of a certain age. The Adirondack chairs at the water proved too difficult for us to get to. Overall a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy B.

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

Great Coastal Stay on the Damariscotta

Our family of 6 stayed here in July 2022. We enjoyed our time and loved the river view. We welcomed the morning sun into the master every morning, and we enjoyed all of the sites and sounds. The home was spacious enough to sleep all 4 of our girls. The evening breeze through the home kept us plenty cool. We spent some time on the patio, as well as time down in the beach chairs that are perched above the water. Great stay - very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Beth G.

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My husband and I bought this cottage in June of 2015 and spent the summer renovating and restoring it. It had been unoccupied for quite some time, and had become dated and overgrown. I grew up in Maine, and have many wonderful memories of Boothbay Harbor as a child, not to mention worked during summer months waiting tables at several fine establishments in the area.

Why they chose this property

East Boothbay is classic Maine. The small village, general store, post office, historic shipyard, and shingled summer cottages make this part of the region extraordinarily special and iconic. Once again, you are close to the harbor, but also far enough to get away from the crowds!

What makes this property unique

It was apparent through the overgrowth, that the water views were fantastic, and that the place really just needed some attention. Lobster boat engines can be heard early in the morning right outside the windows, as the bright, eastern sunshine pours in!

The high level of boating traffic yields something interesting to watch at all times. Whether it be lobster fishing, sailing regattas, large luxury vessels, sightseeing cruises, or persoal watercraft, on a sunny day it is constant.

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