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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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Terrace/patio
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Exterior
Dining
Nestled in the charming village of New Harbor, this sunny home welcomes you with vibrant flowerboxes and a large sunny family room. Unwind by the indoor fireplace or relax around the outdoor fire pit for an evening campfire. Enjoy games, puzzles, and a library of books to keep everyone entertained.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

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,

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee per pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

Property is also known as

Slow Down Go Back in Time relax Completely in Our Maine Home

About the area

Map
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.

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
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

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

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

David H.

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

Perfect

Perfect for a getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Amazing stay !

Our stay at Martha’s was nothing short of amazing. Check in and all communication was extremely smooth. We were already super familiar with the area and the location could not be more perfect; walking distance/short drive to Reilly’s, Pemaquid Lighthouse and beach, Shaws and much more. The home was clean and well loved. The only possible downside would be having to walk through one of the bedrooms to get to the main living area, but there is a patio door that could be used to avoid this. This was definitely not a problem for us as there were only two of us staying. Would definitely stay here again as the home had that coastal Maine charm that just can’t be beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

Wedding

We came to New Harbor for a wedding. The wedding and other activities were close to this property. The flower boxes in front were not there and by the front door area was a big weed patch. We were to dispose of our own garbage, we left at 4am on a Monday. Transfer station is not open till 8am and closed on Sunday. The 3 stairs going into the kitchen were an issue for my wife, so we stayed in the lower part of the house
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

Lovely Maine home

I enjoyed my stay over Thanksgiving weekend at Martha's New Harbor, Maine home. It's charming with lots of attractive features. My favorite was the fireplace in the living room which I used all three nights. Thanks, Keith
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen A.

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

wonderful!!!

This is my 3rd time staying at this lovely place. Everything is beautifully clean and well maintained. Check in is seamless. I have never seen a kitchen so well equipped. you can literally cook anything here! The location is within walking or a few minutes driving distance to all the attractions on the peninsula. I am so looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

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

Great comfortable place

We really enjoyed staying at this property. It was clean, comfortable and cozy. Plenty of room for us and out pooch. Great location, close to Pemaquid Point and the 1812Farm where we attended the wedding of my nephew on Sunday. I would definitely book again, and recommend as a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

A great cottage in a perfect location

An immaculate well appointed cottage that was an absolute delight. Close to everything, including Colonial Pemaquid, Pemaquid Beach and the lighthouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice Maine house

We had a two night stay in beautiful New Harbor. Close to the beach, sights, and restaurants. House was very clean & well appointed kitchen. Loved sitting out in the deck for lunch and late afternoon sun. Just need to mention it is 3 stairs down to Kitchen, back bedroom, & bath if there are accessibility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024