SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9214 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Boothbay, ME

Hodgdon Island
16 min walk
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
7 min drive
Maine State Aquarium
13 min drive
Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
34 min drive

Room options

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

During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Hodgdon Island. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms.

The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
Just a 3-minute drive from Hodgdon Island and 7 minutes from Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

SALT WATER MAINE COTTAGE WITH DOCK - MINUTES TO BOTANICAL GARDENS offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

George Hervochon or Anni Pat McKenney

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Ski

Close to skiing

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Gravel flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

Golf
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing 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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

On-site 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 that 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

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.

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 Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Lee O.

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend

A blast

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Very sweet and comfortable home. We loved the front porch and view.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

This is a winner

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

3 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

David P.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

27 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home!

Lovely home with fabulous views. Very clean and well equipped.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry A.

15 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F., Blacksburg, VA, USA

17 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

22 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

15 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

2 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Q

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

swn0584

24 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

George K.

18 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

28 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Neeraja B.

6 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

4 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

On Water

Beautiful, spotless home on water. Second bathroom is on 3rd floor. bedrooms on second floor, a little difficult for older folks with luggage to get up steps. Cozy, warm decor, feels like home.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Avril N.

31 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Maine Experience

Stayed here with our 7-month old baby and some friends and had such a wonderful time. We’ve been to Maine from NY many times and this was certainly one of our most memorable, magical trips because of the gorgeous location of George’s home. Such an iconic American summer destination! George was also extremely helpful and communicative and there to answer any questions we had - which wasn’t much as everything was made super easy and the home had everything we needed. Thanks George. Hopefully we’ll make it back there again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

26 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

13 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time

Beautiful home and property, made for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

8 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking, tranquil

George was a very friendly and helpful host. The house was clean and well-equipped and in great shape. The location was quiet, peaceful. The dock was a treat and the kids enjoyed spotting a family of sea lions and clam shells on the small beach at the property. we couldn't get enough of the beautiful water views from the house - never a dull moment!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Juliet S.

2 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

A Weekend Escape to Boothbay

It is a very beautiful spot and the house was very well appointed. It was very clean and well kept and we really enjoyed the house. Lots of good walks nearby and it is a very quiet peaceful spot. We loved it and would recommend it and will go again if we have the chance,.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Rosemary A.

16 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

14 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Frannie T., Cincinnati, OH, USA

30 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

A Wonderful Week

Our stay Morning Star Cottage was the perfect holiday getaway We had a wonderful week exploring the area and simply enjoying the incredible views! The home is warm, bright, welcoming and very comfortable with every amenity you could want.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020