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The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

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

The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay

The Coal Shack

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Situated in the heart downtown of Boothbay Harbor, our 1-bed studio harborfront apartment - The Coal Shack - is walking distance to independent shops, restaurants and boat cruise tours. Stroll outside your front door to Pier 1 and Pier 8 to book whale watching tours, or arrange day trips to the sleepy and sparsely populated Monhegan Island.

Our newly renovated studio is warmly furnished with timber walls, copper fixtures and rustic furnishings. With one bed and a sofa sleeper, this apartment sleeps two adults and one small child. Our property is ultra pet-friendly. Need somewhere to take your furry friend? Grab your leash, and enjoy the convenience of a grassy park just outside of the front door. Or head to the off-leash trails, which are just a short drive away. Stop into nearby Two Salty Dogs store and grab a treat for your fur baby!

INSIDE THE HOUSE

Timber flooring and walls bring a cozy-yet-updated vibe to this newly renovated 1-bed studio apartment. Unwind in the living area, which has a sleeper sofa, leather swivel chair and flat screen TV.

Double French doors open out to a small mahogany deck with incredible views of Boothbay Harbor. Grab a seat in a padded club chair and watch fishing boats and yachts glide across the water.

A well-equipped kitchen features stunning Brazillian Blue Granite countertops, copper fixtures and contemporary digital appliances including a built-in microwave, dishwasher, convection steam oven, induction stove, Magic Bullet, and Keurig machine for brewing up morning coffees.

After a day of whale watching or shopping around downtown, take a hot soak in a the gorgeous river rock shower. When you’re ready to slumber, head to your relaxing master bedroom where a brand new queen bed awaits.

THE LOCATION

Located in the heart of Downtown Boothbay Harbor, our 1-bed studio is just a block away from the waterfront - with on site parking - putting you within walking distance of fishing, boating and sailing tours. Your four-legged friend will enjoy miles of dog-friendly hiking trails.

Book whale watching trips with Cap'n Fish and go in search of minke and humpback whales surfacing along the Maine coastline. Or head to Schooner Eastwind and enjoy tours around the Burnt and Ram island lighthouses. Take part in Cabbage Island lobster bakes, and enjoy some locally caught oysters on the half shell!

Our central location is also just a short stroll from local shops, independent home decor stores and fabulous restaurants. For traditional Italian classics, walk next door to Ports of Italy or a short walk to Harborside Tavern for a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner. You can also indulge on specialty foods at Eventide (located right across the street), buy a special treat for your furry friend at Two Salty Dogs Pet Outfitters, and visit Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, which hosts Garden's Aglow and Festival of Lights in Boothbay Harbor.

Winter nights are aglow at Boothbay's Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens! Maine's largest light display just got even larger, with over 360,000 (and counting!) LED lights illuminating the central gardens and buildings and drawing festive crowds from all over.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 2.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

57691

About the area

Map
Boothbay Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 1 min walk
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 2 min walk
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 5 min walk
  • Boothbay Railway Village - 15 min walk
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 46 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay located?

Located in the heart of Boothbay Harbor, this holiday home is steps away from Burnt Island Living Lighthouse, Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Boothbay Harbor Marina. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum are also within 10 minutes.

The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy
Very nice updated cozy property with a fun street side walkout balcony! Inside was small but very doable for a couple. Enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Loved the Coal Shack! Beautiful place with a great view! Perfectly situated. Easy to come and go. Shower was amazing! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a couple as well as our dog.
This studio was better than advertised. All of the materials used was very high quality. Clean cozy unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful apartment
This unit was perfect for the two of us and our small dog. The apartment is in the center of Boothbay Harbor with water views. I am used to supplying our own paper goods after the initial single roll of tp and paper towels at VRBO rentals. The owner supplied plenty of everything to make our stay perfect. I would definitely rent this unit again or refer to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Just wonderful!
This spot is even better than the pictures show. We loved the proximity to the water, shops and restaurants. You’ll really love the deck…especially at night with the moon and/or lights on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Cozy & convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
good for dogs
this place is well situated and good for dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

philip c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent spot
Great place in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The location was perfect for us. It was in the center of everything so we were able to walk anywhere we wanted to go. The place was also nice and clean and just the right size for the two of us. If we are ever in the area again, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
My sister and I loved this apartment. It was clean and comfortable for the two of us and you just could not beat the view from the deck overlooking the harbor. We did a lot of walking in and around the harbor. The new footbridge across the harbor was a great walk back and forth every day and there were plenty of little shops to visit in this charming location. Would definitely recommend it to anyone. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Boothbay Harbor
Loved the Coal Shack. The place was spotless and you are steps away from everything! We brought our dog and he loved Boothbay Harbor. They made good use of the space packing in everything you need. Also loved that they use items from the local shops in the Coal Shack. Internet can be spotty at times. Only thing we did not love is all extra fees.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Location couldn’t have been better. The place was clean, well supplied, and absolutely adorable. LOVED the balcony. Our dogs sat out there constantly and watched people walk by. Great view of the harbor. We were right across the street from the best wine/deli in town. Easy morning walk to our favorite breakfast place, Blue Moon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Awesome Amenities
Conveniently located so that everything you want to do and see is within walking distance. Views from the desk were awesome. Inside the unit, the owners thought of everything. We highly recommend this unit and Boothbay Harbor in general. This was our first trip to Maine and was one of our best vacations to date!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sandra f.

Liked: Cleanliness
love it here....
best view with all you need
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Loved this spot! Very close to restaurants and shopping. Cute little studio was just right for me, my BF, and dog. Loved the front deck overlooking the harbor. Studio was easy to find, very clean, and had just what we needed. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

philip c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Our only thoughts were that you need better instructions for the TV and appliances! Such a cute and well-appointed place! Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing.
It’s our favorite place to stay and we will continue to stay here. It’s well stocked and perfectly located.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and wonderful space
We had a great time in Boothbay harbor and enjoyed the proximity of all restaurants, stores and shuttle to coastal Maine botanical garden light show. The apartment was perfect for the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME!
What an amazing location and view of the water and boats. The place is well stocked and everything you need is there. Exceeded our expectations. Our dog felt welcome. If you need a dog walker while you stay there call Sara at 207-522-5138, she took care of my dog while we went on day trips. Referred to me by person on Rover.com.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!
Very clean and within walking distance to all shops/restaurants in Boothbay Harbor. Very convenient to have a parking spot as well. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
We are home and my dogs are sad. Coal Shack is a well appointed studio with a wonderful deck. My husband and I sit and play backgammon with cocktails. Our dogs sit and watch everyone go by. Now that we are home they miss the deck. If you want to park your car and walk to everything this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tristan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway
The Shack was perfect. Amazing location walking distance to pretty much everything in town. Very comfortable, cozy and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, great balcony, comfortable stay
Wonderful location. Enjoyed coffee in the morning and cocktail in the evening on the balcony. Larger than we expected based on the photos. Had everything we needed,. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Downtown chic!!
Beautiful upstairs apartment with harbor views from the awesome deck! My husband and I enjoyed it so much! It is so beautifully updated, comfortable and clean! The location is perfect and close to everything in Boothbay Harbor. Hope to stay there again if we make it back to Boothbay Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
… Everything I had hoped for and more!
Everything I had hoped for and more! This property was exactly as presented… And more! As every single detail was well thought out and perfect for the eyes and comfort for the body. It was absolutely the perfect place and location for my trip to Boothbay Harbor Maine. I would come again and I would highly recommend it. No expense was spared in the remodel of this adorable studio apartment and two people would be quite comfortable there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022