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SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS

Beachfront vacation home near Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Boothbay, ME
  • Place, Hodgdon Island
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Boothbay

On the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Boothbay vacation home, you'll find Hodgdon Island and Knickerbocker Lake. Also, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is within 3 miles (5 km) and Boothbay Farmers' Market is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hodgdon Island - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Bowdoin College - 50 min drive - 39.4 miles

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 52 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kitchen Garden Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS

Morning Star Cottage is the perfect year-round Maine vacation rental! This Victorian custom-built home is situated on a narrow peninsula, affording sunrise and sunset water views from the porches and the third-floor balcony. A small cobble beach can be accessed at low tide for wading, shelling, and sunning. An easy kayak launch from this location provides exploration of the near and distant islands as well as a close look at the seals, loons, and lobster boats which inhabit the surrounding waters.
The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, the largest botanical garden in New England is just 1/2 mile from this home. The CMBG is a horticultural gem and is considered one of the Maine's premier natural attractions.
Beautifully appointed with vintage and antique furnishings, this seaside home comes equipped with every amenity anyone could want for a truly carefree and memorable vacation.
A new deep water dock, shared only with owners' other home next door is now in place! Relaxing on the float, feels just like being in a boat.


All of our guests have raved about the accommodations and the spectacular views at our cottage. We choose to inform all of our potential guests that our property is adjacent to a grass and gravel long term parking area. The area is for residents of a small off shore island community called the Isle of Springs. We have been renting Morning Star Cottage for twelve years and have never had a single complaint about it. Everyone who spends time at Morning Star Cottage loves it, and we are confident you will too!

Family Reunions and Special Occasions
Morning Star Cottage is located next to Little Dipper Cottage, both of which have fabulous waterfront locations. These homes can be reserved jointly for a fabulous family reunion, anniversay, or birthday celebration.
Little Dipper Cottage HomeAway Property # is 164329

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens House
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens Boothbay
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens House
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens Boothbay
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens House
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens Boothbay
Salt Water Maine Cottage Dock Minutes Botanical Gardens
Salt Water Maine Cottage With Dock Minutes TO Botanical Gardens
Salt Water Maine Cottage With Dock Minutes TO Botanical Gardens

Frequently asked questions

How close is SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.9 mi (34-min drive) away from the Wiscasset, ME (ISS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS to downtown Boothbay?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Boothbay.

SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful with many charming touches. The property owner was attentive and very helpful. This is a very special place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An extraordinary spot and home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the owner was very accessible, friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

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

Beautiful Boothbay Retreat

Great property, clean, beautiful setting, as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

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

Fantastic home and location

Beautiful, peaceful location and amazing home on peninsula. This is a prefect getaway to relax and spend family time. The owner and manager, George H., was extremely helpful and accommodating. Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Lovely

Very sweet and comfortable home. We loved the front porch and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

The perfect cottage

We had an amazing stay at Salt Water Cottage. The home is beautifully decorated, exceptionally clean and well built. George was great about checking in and communicating. 10/10. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

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

Lovely home!

Lovely home with fabulous views. Very clean and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lee O.

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

Long weekend

A blast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

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

Weekend away

My friend and I rented this beautiful quaint property for a quiet weekend away and it checked all the boxes. The owner, George, was so nice to deal with, and clearly has so much pride in this family home, which has so many lovely details throughout. The view is spectacular. Just a short drive to town, restaurants and boutiques, the botanical garden. I truly hope to come back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry A.

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

Great property

This property was terrific! Beautiful views of Penobscot Bay. Equipped with everything you could need. Charming and well appointed interior. Owner available and very helpful. Could not have asked for a better place!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Best trip of my life

Words cannot express how beautiful the home was and how great full my family and I are for George opening his home to us. It was amazing and I would highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Outstanding

This is a winner
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Rosemary A.

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

Friend’s getaway

The sunroom was a great place to spend time together watching sunsets, sharing* stories and having cocktails. Well equipped kitchen made preparing meals a breeze. Great location, warm welcome, and beautiful weather was the icing on the cake. Thanks to George for sharing his home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Spectacular Cottage and Location!

The house is unique and charming on a small promontory of land overlooking the ocean and the scattered islands that invest it. Mr. Hervochon, the host, could not have been more accommodating and helpful--such a kind and gentle and generous man. His genius built the house and his spirit imbues it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine K.

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

A Fairy Tale

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this magical home on quaint Sawyers Island. We felt as if we went back in time with kids running around the lawn, kayaking and spotting harbor seals and stunning sunsets. The sunroom and enclosed porch were so peaceful. George was wonderful to work with and all of the neighbors were exceptionally friendly. We look forward to visiting again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

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

Weekend Too Short

We only stayed at this house for 3 nights to celebrate our anniversary but wished we could have stayed for much longer! The property has a beautiful water view and a dock to enjoy the peace and quiet - we even had a group of seals splashing next to the dock! The house is immaculate and had everything we needed to feel at home. George was a gracious host and very easy to work with. We enjoyed the restaurants downtown and the local brewery was a nice treat at the end of the day. This is definitely a property that we will look forward to renting again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Perfection!

We stayed here for a week after Christmas with my mom, my sister & her husband & two children ages 4 &7 and we could not have been happier with our rental! Gorgeous home, it exceeded our expectations, a quiet spot with sunsets you’ll never forget! The owner was so kind, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. The home was clean, inviting, warm, and we throughly enjoyed our stay. I might add we were here in December in a pandemic and had plenty to do to keep us all busy! I cannot imagine what a great time you’d have in the summer! Stay here, you’ll not regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Views from all angles

What a lovely spot! The house is exactly as described and pictured. It is light and sunny. There are views from the sunroom, third floor deck, picnic table, chairs, and dock. We never ate out because it was too nice to sit and eat at the house with a view! George is friendly, communicative, and responsive to any questions. The spot is quiet and surprisingly private despite the open yards of all the neighbors. It is close to the Botanical Garden and several short walks in the woods and along the shore. Kayaking or paddle boarding to visit the seals is incredible. One tip, biking in the area is not easy—so might leave the bikes home next time. It was a perfect long weekend trip. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

You won't want to leave.

Though the photos are terrific, they can't illustrate the feeling of this gorgeous setting. You get more than you see. The host is accessible and friendly. The home is well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Lovely stay

Had a relaxing and peaceful stay over the holidays. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets from the house. Great location close to Boothbay Harbor and all the holiday lights.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

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Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

swn0584

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

Great Maine Getaway

This house was perfect for 2 couples. We enjoyed the location of the home to everything we wanted to see! The views from the home were beautiful! George was a fantastic host and made sure we had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again on our next trip to Boothbay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George K.

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

Great house, location, area

The house is great, spacious, open concept downstairs, nice bedrooms, and nice 3rd floor family room and balcony. And outfitted with all that we needed. Yard and dock is where we spent much of our time, meals at the picnic table with a beautiful view. Kayaking conditions were fantastic, calm waters, seals and other wildlife, and interesting islands and shore to explore. And the area has a lot to offer, we enjoyed the botanical garden (great for kids), Boothbay harbor, bike rides, hikes, and loved Boothbay Craft Brewery. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Rooms with a view

I was struck by the beautiful setting of this property. The house sits proudly on the hill overlooking the bay. The street is quiet and there is a lot of privacy between houses. The house was clean and neat and George the owner was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neeraja B.

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

Incredible spot!

My family enjoyed an absolutely perfect week at this incredible spot. George was a wonderful host - easy to coordinate with and incredibly welcoming. The house was spacious and wonderfully appointed with just about the best views possible. We spent so much time sitting on the dock, watching the birds and the seals in the water and made full use of the kayaks and the grill. Even though we only left two days ago, we've already been planning for our next visit. I would highly recommend renting from George for your post-COVID family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021