Boothbay Harbor Vacation Rental estate

Elegant Boothbay Waterfront Estate w/ Views, Wildlife, Gardens & Trails

Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The Elegant Waterfront Farmhouse
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Description Estate, 3500 sq. ft.,
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11, 5 Bathrooms
Amenities river, waterfront, garden, air-conditioning, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates per property (USD)
$250 - $460/night 
$1,750 - $2,900/week 
$5,000 - $10,000/month 
Melissa Thornton, Owner
203-331-7242
207-633-6566
Speaks: English
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of the Boothbay Harbor vacation estate rental 5 bedrooms, 5full, private baths, sleeps 11

Come away from it all--catch your breath. Six miles from the bustle of Boothbay Harbor is a peaceful 15 acre river-front retreat, set among rolling lawns, meandering stone walls, apple orchards and richly colored perennial gardens. The estate consists of four New England-style buildings: farmhouse and historic barn; a charming garden shed; a renovated 1800s Cape and a 1700s barn-the Bold Colorful Life Gallery..The Farmhouse combines new convenience with historical flavor, with exterior porches, dormers and gardens. Inside, the first floor holds a large, fully-equipped kitchen, dining area and Great Room, built and furnished with 200 year-old barnboards and timbers. These rooms face the river, the sunsets and the pond. A cozy media room with the latest technology and a handicap-accessible bedroom and bath face the courtyard. On the second floor, there are four colorful bedrooms with private baths--two which face the river and two which face the porch and gardens, warmed by the sunrise.
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The Elegant Waterfront Farmhouse

The Elegant Waterfront Farmhouse
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - Sailing on the Back River. View from the Farmhouse

Sailing on the Back River. View from the Farmhouse
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - Lupines run wild near the pond, turtles and frogs

Lupines run wild near the pond, turtles and frogs
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - On-Site Gallery, Jewelry, Paintings, Photographs

On-Site Gallery, Jewelry, Paintings, Photographs
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The Farmhouse from the Back River

The Farmhouse from the Back River
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The Cathedral-ceilinged Great Room views the river

The Cathedral-ceilinged Great Room views the river
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The brilliant Tangerine Citrine Bedroom

The brilliant Tangerine Citrine Bedroom
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The King-Sized Malachite Bedroom

The King-Sized Malachite Bedroom
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The rich blue Lapis Lazuli Bedroom

The rich blue Lapis Lazuli Bedroom
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The Farmhouse from the freshwater pond

The Farmhouse from the freshwater pond
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - Dining-Kitchen with gorgeous views of river & pond

Dining-Kitchen with gorgeous views of river & pond
Boothbay Harbor estate rental - The Elegant Waterfront Farmhouse in Winter

The Elegant Waterfront Farmhouse in Winter

Location: Boothbay Harbor Area < Maine < USA

Nearest Airport: Portland at 60 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Boothbay Harbor Islands at 6 Miles
Nearest Train: Wiscasset at 15 Miles
Nearest Motorway: Route 27 at 3 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 5.0 Miles
Car: necessary
Come away from it all....catch your breath. Six miles from the bustle of Boothbay Harbor is a peaceful retreat, set among rolling fields, meandering stone walls and richly colored perennial gardens........imagine a place that evokes your fondest memories....and brings your vacation dreams to bold colorful life.... Wake to delicious coffee, birdsong in the apple trees and early morning fog on the Back River....then make yourself a hearty, healthy breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen.... Wander 15 acres of gardens and woodland trails....borrow a kayak to paddle with local seals....meet our friendly bald eagles and other critters........watch the Maine painted turtles or listen to frogs on the freshwater pond.... ....wander the park-like grounds........take a warm dip in the hot tub....or a cool dip in the river.... Refreshed, venture out into the Boothbay region. The Coastal Maine Botanical Garden is only 4 miles away! Boothbay Harbor is full of shops and galleries. Enjoy!

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Rental Rates for this vacation estate rental in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
Off Peak Nov 1, 2009 - Apr 30, 2010 $1,750 $250 $800 $275 - $5,000 3 Nights
Spring Blossoms May 1, 2010 - Jun 30, 2010 $2,500 $325 $1,200 $400 - $8,000 3 Nights
Summer Peak Jul 1, 2010 - Aug 31, 2010 $2,900 $400 $1,400 $460 - $10,000 3 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollars) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • If you have a special situation, call us. We're flexible.
  • All rates shown above include cleaning fee and 7% Maine Sales Tax.
    Signed contract and 50% security deposit required to hold rental.
    Please note:maximum occupancy-; Farmhouse is 11, including children-any age
    No smoking, no pets - no exceptions.

Fees

Tax Rate:
7.0%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation estate rental in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

Property Type:
  • estate
Floor Area:
  • 3500 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • waterfront
  • river
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • adventure
General:
  • activities guide
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • cold water dispenser
  • filtered water
  • hair dryer
  • laundry soap
  • local activities guide
  • local maps
  • paper towels
  • restaurant dining guide
  • shampoo
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • telephone
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • bottled water
  • towels provided
  • fax
  • security system
Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • blender
  • coffee grinder
  • lobster pot
  • spices
  • stove top burners
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 16 people
Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower, Handicap-Accessible
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 5 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
  • All five bedrooms have private bathrooms with shower tubs (handicapped shower with seat in the Malachite room), pedestal sinks, comfort height toilets with quiet lids and plenty of space for toiletries and cosmetics. Towels are plush and colorful. Fans quietly remove excess humidity. These bathrooms provide a private sanctuary.
Bedrooms:
  • 5 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 11 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King, Handicap-Accessible
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen, 1 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen
    Bedroom 4 - 1 Double
    Bedroom 5 - 1 Queen
  • The Watermelon Tourmaline room & the Tangerine Citrine room, on the second floor of the farmhouse, look south over the garden porch, across the courtyard to the Cape & barn, & across Back River road into nine acres of woods & wood trails.They are blessed with morning sun & bird calls. The Malachite room, on the first floor of the Farmhouse, does as well. It is handicap-equipped throughout. The Lapis Lazuli & Amethyst rooms, also second floor, face northwest to Back River, with a sweeping view of the river & the cove at the bottom of the property, & out over the back porch, towards the apple orchard & the freshwater pond. Spring & Summer nights, the air is filled with the sound of peepers & frogs. Amenities in bedrooms include both AC & a paddle fan; Cable TV; VCR/DVD; WiFi; room-darkening shades; luxurious linens.
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • audio tape player
  • books
  • books kids
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • music library
  • piano
  • video library
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • computer available
  • internet access
Communication / Internet:
  • computer PC
Outside:
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • porch/lanai
  • unscreened porch/lanai
  • walkway to water
  • garden
  • parking
  • outdoor grill
  • boat
  • kayak
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • wheelchair accessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
Local Activities:
  • tennis
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • antiquing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
  • hunting
  • golf
  • swimming
  • sailing
  • water skiing
Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper included
Onsite Equipment:
  • backpack
  • beach chairs
  • beach towels
  • binoculars
  • boat+paddles
  • cooler large
  • inflatable boat
  • telescope
  • thermos bottle
  • cooler small
  • golf clubs
Attractions:
  • fitness center
  • cinemas
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • babysitting
  • bay/sound
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • forests
  • groceries
  • laundromat
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • pond
  • recreation center
  • equestrian events
  • hospital
  • theme parks
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • rafting
  • sight seeing
  • snorkeling
  • hiking
  • sledding
  • live theater
  • bird watching
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hunting small game
  • ice skating
  • jet skiing
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • pier fishing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • whale watching
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • waterfalls
Nearby Activities:
  • golf privileges optional
Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Further details for this vacation estate rental in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

There is an on-site Art and Jewelry Gallery--the Bold Colorful Life Gallery. The estate is composed of 15 acres of landscaped riverfront property, perennial gardens and woods, with a large freshwater pond. When the buildings are not rented to Homeaway.com guests, they serve as the Bold Colorful Life Inn and Retreat Center. In either case, it's the perfect destination for a personal retreat, family or school reunion, wedding or other gathering event. See more by googling Bold Colorful Life Inn and Retreat Center.

Other Activities: Shopping, Kayaking, Boating, Snowboarding, Wildlife Viewing, Rock Climbing, Health/Beauty Spa, Horseshoes, Mini Golf

Reviews for this vacation estate rental in Boothbay Harbor, Maine

Rating
5 out of 5

Wow what a great place!- Linda,Goffstown,NH

Great place! Goffstown, NH, USA
Review Submitted: July 15, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
My 3 sisters and all of our spouses spent a long weekend at this fabulous farmhouse from 7/10-7/13/09. All 8 of us had a fantastic time. The farmhouse is a gorgeous creation by Melissa Thornton. She has taken pieces from the barn that once stood on the property and built this beautiful farmhouse with a spectacular view of the river that is surrounded by acres of wonderful wildlife of all kinds. The house has 5 beautiful colorful bedrooms all with their own baths. The kitchen is enormous with everything you need. Fully stocked and a table that seats 14 easily. The greatroom is full of windows and more windows that also look out over the river. Lots of space in this very large cathedral ceiling room. It's the perfect place to hang out together and read, do puzzles, play games or just talk and laugh Just awesome! So much to offer right on-site and if you are looking to get out and about, the beautiful botanical gardens and Boothbay Harbor are only minutes away. I can't say enough about the property and Melissa was a fantastic host. She was very accommodating and attentive to her guests. Would definitely return for another stay!
Owner's Response: It is such a joy to host groups of friends and/or family at this beautiful site...and this family was particularlly delightful...full of interesting life stories, great questions, laughter and fun. The harmony amongst the four sisters and their spouses was inspirational...a great loving connection.
They enjoyed time spent cooking and eating together--both in the kitchen and grilling on the back lawn--and wandering the grounds to the pond and the river, as well as voyaging to see the sights in the area--the Botanical Gardens, the shops and galleries of Boothbay Harbor, the nearby hiking preserves.
They gathered and played games and laughed into the night in the Great Room...they really made the place their home away from home. It was a joy to watch them and to interact with them.
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Rating
5 out of 5

A Wonderful Escape...

Marie C. Barth Malvern, PA
Review Submitted: September 8, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
My family spent three wonderful days at the Inn and the only regret we have is not planning a longer trip. Melissa is an exceptional hostess and she maintains her home and grounds impeccably. My seven year old son was never at a loss for things to do. Our nature walks were very high on the list and we spotted things like Painted Turtles, Blue Herring, bright and beautiful Dragonflies and Butterflies. But most of all we felt a great sense of relaxation and comfort at the Inn. We all look forward to returning again to the Inn for future family vacations.
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Rating
5 out of 5

What a bold and colorful cape!

leatherman San Francisco
Review Submitted: July 16, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
I recently stayed in the Bold Colorful Life Cape house with 8 of my friends for another friends wedding in Boothbay. While a bunch of people were staying at a hotel in town, we were all very glad we made the decision to rent this house as opposed to the hotel. The house was so quaint, cute and comfortable. It had everything we needed...from towels to dish soap to pots and pans and olive oil. It was amazing that everyone pretty much had their own bathroom attached to their room. Melissa was even kind enough to get us an iron and ironing board so we could all look presentable on the big day, having traveled from San Francisco. While the house was compact, it did not feel small and we each had plenty of space. The setting is amazing. We had a great time before the wedding taking the inflatable rafts for a paddle around the bay, which you can walk right down to from the house. Some people even swam to the island, that is about 500 yards off the waterfront. The setting is absolutely serene and peaceful. It felt so good to get away! We've all been saying that we wish we were still living the Bold Colorful Life, since we've gotten back to California. I would definately recommend this house to anyone who wants to visit the area. I hope to be able to return some day.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC189684 Monroe, Maine
Review Submitted: February 11, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009
We love the experience of renting this Cape. The site is absolutely beautiful--15 acres of lawns and gardens; views of the fresh water pond AND the Back River...lots of wildlife. The estate is near the end of a long, residential road and it's quiet and peaceful. It was a serene getaway, every time.
The house itself is a perfect combination of historical and new. It dates back past the Civil War and has an historic brick chimney, wide pine floor boards and a wonderful porch that wraps all the way around the house. It is also completely renovated and it has every convenience that we need--full kitchen, gas grill, TVs in every bedroom and the living room, wireless Internet for those email moments, good cell reception. We were sequestered away from the world, at the same time that we were able to be in touch if we wanted to.
We have returned to this site for three monthly rentals and will keep coming back. We give it a 5 star rating!
Chris Harrington
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