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Historic Captain's Home

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Private kitchen
Property grounds
Marina
TV
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Boothbay Harbor, ME
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carousel Music Theater
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Captain's Home

Welcome to “On the Harbor” – your premier rental property located on the water in downtown Boothbay Harbor, Maine. This historic and beautifully curated 1870 sea captain’s home is smack dab in the center of everything. Outstanding restaurants, cozy pubs, charming boutiques, and top-notch art galleries are all within walking distance. It’s the perfect spot for guests who want to get to know the town from a local’s perspective while having a wonderful place to relax after a long day of exploring. And the harbor view is to die for!

Recently updated, “On the Harbor” features a blend of original finishes befitting a sea captain’s home, chic décor, and modern amenities to create an immersive, coastal, quintessentially Maine experience. This charming home sleeps eight and has three spacious bedrooms as well as a finished attic loft with two twin beds. The house has three steep staircases and is not suited for those with mobility challenges. There are three full bathrooms – two on the second floor and one in the finished basement as well as a half bath on the first floor.

The spacious living room boasts harbor views from every window, a new 43” smart TV, and an adjoining open deck overlooking the harbor. A fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances provides everything you’ll need to enjoy cooking memorable meals. The formal dining room seats up to eight and a breakfast nook seats four. The second-floor primary captain’s bedroom features a luxurious king-size bed and beautiful sweeping harbor views and is complemented by a newly renovated ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower for added convenience as well as a smart TV. Our second queen-size bedroom exudes charm with a hand-painted forest mural, while the cozy third queen-size bedroom features local B&W photography and a painted ceiling. These two bedrooms share a bathroom complete with an original clawfoot tub and shower capabilities.

For families with children, a finished basement area provides ample space for entertainment and relaxation with a 55” smart TV and sectional sofa, game table, and record player. Outside, the lower deck offers a serene spot to unwind, while an updated bathroom with a walk-in shower, along with a small kitchenette area equipped for refreshments, ensure every need is met. Additionally, the washer and dryer are conveniently located in this area for added convenience during your stay at On the Harbor.

IMPORTANT:
To ensure peace of mind during your stay, we offer two options for damage protection: a small, one-time non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver (our most convenient and guest-preferred option) or a fully refundable Security Deposit, returned after your stay if no damage is reported. Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll be prompted to complete this step.
Courtesy quiet hours start at 10 p.m. per local ordinance.
Smoking is NOT permitted anywhere on the property.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Burnt Island Living Lighthouse. You'll find features like laundry facilities and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi and 3.5 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with washing machine, 3.5 bathrooms, and TV
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Burnt Island Living Lighthouse and 6 minutes by foot from Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

261363

Reviews

Historic Captain's Home Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view and great location! Perfect for our group of7 adults!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic Home

The Historic Captain’s Home was the perfect place to stay for our Maine vacation in Boothbay Harbor. Not only was the home clean and attractive, it was centrally located within the harbor area that we could walk to just about any type of meal within 5 minutes. The balcony view of the harbor was picturesque regardless of the time of day. Even with all of the busy events that go with Windjammer Days, the house was still relaxing and quiet. The stately home was historic and spacious, and Sea Maine rentals
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and amazing accommodations!Looking forward to my return stay.Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Coastal Charm

The property was absolutely charming and the views and location were excellent. It being Christmas, the whole experience was like a Hallmark movie. The tiny bathrooms were challenging but a small price to pay for the ambiance. Could use some more cookware
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

This is a beautiful house with great views of the harbor. There are very few homes that have a better location in Boothbay Harbor. Communication with the management company was nothing less than excellent. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Views!

The house was amazing. Great location and walking distance to everything. It was great watching the boats every day right off your back deck. The only cons were the upstairs windows outside were broken and there was small glass pieces on the deck. The other con was they need a bigger hot water heater. You barely had enough hot water for one shower. I would definitely stay at this location again and highly recommend it. The property manager was amazing and very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024