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Historic home steps from the harbor with enclosed porches & gorgeous deck

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms353 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Camden, ME
  • Place, High Street Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Battie
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 686 reviews
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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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 home steps from the harbor with enclosed porches & gorgeous deck

A local landmark with nearly two centuries of history, the lovely Norwood Curtis House provides a unique and charming setting for experiencing the beauties of Camden. Stroll to wonderful restaurants and shops in the heart of town, catch sunrises and sunsets at the picturesque harbor, and listen to the sounds of music wafting up from the amphitheater in summer.

This two-story home dates back to 1846, nestled within the High Street Historic District of beautiful downtown Camden. Once the home and workplace of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Russo ('Empire Falls'), the property now sits adjacent to the grounds of the town's library and amphitheater. When you're not exploring on foot, you'll be perfectly placed to visit Camden Hills State Park, Camden Snow Bowl, Rockport, and Rockland - all within eight miles.

The house has been thoughtfully furnished with relaxation in mind. Original details - including built-in cabinetry in the dining room - are interspersed with such modern comforts as new kitchen appliances (including an induction range that's great for lobster pots), spacious bedrooms overlooking Mt. Battie, and a home office with high-speed WiFi.

When you're looking to unwind, take your pick of three enclosed porches - one where you can sip your morning coffee with a view of the street, a second that serves as both the home office and a sitting area, and a third upstairs that acts as an additional sleeping space overlooking the yard. Between these and the living room, the large dining room, the kitchen, and the outdoor deck (with a gas grill) draped in vines, you'll have ample space to gather with loved ones.

At night, find one bedroom - along with a wonderful collection of books - on the first floor. There are three more bedrooms upstairs in addition to the window-lined sleeping porch, which is accessed through the primary bedroom.

Things to Know
The laundry room is shared with a tenant who lives in the attached carriage house.
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor Policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from High Street Historic District. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Steps from High Street Historic District and Camden Public Library
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children allowed

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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.

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Historic home steps from the harbor with enclosed porches & gorgeous deck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Great location

Big, comfortable house right in town. Traffic was noisy at times, but worth it for the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anney H.

Beautiful Historical Home in the Heart of Camden

My family and I found this home comfortable, clean and beautiful. It was the perfect place to stay as we could walk to so many shops, restaurants, parks and the harbor.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anney H.

Lovely Camden Home

This lovely Camden home is a short work to town, the harbor, and the park. We have rented this home twice, and we have thoroughly enjoyed the house and its proximity to all Camden has to offer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Family trip

Beautiful home. Easy walk to town and harbor! Clean and spacious. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

Outstanding house and views

The views from the house are incredible. The bed was very comfortable and the house was clean. Hope to return next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie Ann M.

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

Beautiful historic home

We have a lovely time staying at the house over the week leading up to the 4th of July. It is beautiful and beautifully restored and preserved. The closeness to the downtown is a huge bonus. We enjoyed many mornings and evenings on the back deck enjoying our coffee and wine.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Camden Convebience

We came to Camden for a family Rememberance. We enjoyed walking into downtown, going to the waterfront, and doing lots of shopping and visiting with family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Harold G.

Great place@

I had all kids and grandkids for a family reunion. The house was everything I had hoped for. Space for everyone to be by themselves if they wished to, space(s) for all to congregate, and they were all nice and comfortable. Plus, being 2 blocks from the wonderful downtown makes it a treat. Our ages range from 86 to 2 and everyone loved the house and Camden.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was lovely. We also had a bat visit us inside. My husband was able to catch it with a fishing net and let it go outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025