The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay
House in Boothbay Harbor, ME
2 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
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.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
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.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Boothbay Harbor, ME
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Great location close to all downtown stores and attractions. Room was comfortable with a dog and balcony was nice touch. Would recommend it for a getaway vacation.
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed for a week end and was a great place. Great location.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the Coal Shack! Beautiful place with a great view! Perfectly situated. Easy to come and go. Shower was amazing! Would definitely recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
EVERYTHING about this property is incredible. Location, furnishings and style is impeccable. You won’t find a better place in Boothbay Harbor.
10.0 / 10.0
This studio was better than advertised. All of the materials used was very high quality. Clean cozy unit.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
The Coal Shack Condo was everything we had hoped it would be. It was clean, comfortable, inviting and incredibly well-stocked. The view of the harbor was beautiful! Vacasa provided great information and made our check-in and check-out easy, too. The location could not have been more perfect!!!! It is within close walking distance to several restaurants with views of the water ( and great food) and close to the wharf. Walking across the bridge and just strolling through the cute little town quickly became our favorite thing to do everyday! Needless to say, we loved our stay and highly recommend it ! Thank you!!
10.0 / 10.0
The views from the balcony were absolutely beautiful. Great little place for a couple for a few days.
10.0 / 10.0
This charming unit is clean, and thoughtfully equipped including laundry detergent for the washer/dryer, a comfortable bed with additional cozy blankets, lots of wonderful bath towels, board games, and all that you would need to cook in the functional, delightful kitchen. It also has a Cuisenart coffee maker and fully equipped bar minus the libation :-) Finally, it genuinely caters to and cares about pets by providing pet bowls, dog treats and an emergency vet number. Thank you Two Salty Dogs!
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy & convenient!
10.0 / 10.0
We took a quick winter getaway to freezing Boothbay. This little studio apartment on the second floor was a perfect cozy spot. It is nicely decorated, very rustic style and comfortable. Everything we needed for our stay was available, easy to find and nicely organized. We would definitely stay here again and will recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, in-town place to stay, summer or winter.
10.0 / 10.0
this place is well situated and good for dogs.
10.0 / 10.0
Cute place in a great downtown location.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place in a great location
6.0 / 10.0
Location was fantastic. Loved the view and the few local places open.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location and rental has everyone you could possibly need. Can’t wait to return!
10.0 / 10.0
Loved everything about this place. Great location very clean and comfortable. The only thing I would say is I’m not a fan of Kcup coffee but other than that we loved it!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
such a sweet, great studio apt. We loved it here. It’s perfect for 2 ppl, close to everything. The coffee shop we went to every morning and tried the restaurants. Also, the trolley and boat excursions are so close. My favorite was the deck outside our door. Great for morning harbor and ppl watching. I would recommend the Coal shack 10 times over. Let me add this property is well cared for and it cares for you back.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
8.0 / 10.0
Walking distance to all ferries, shops, and restaurants. Very clean. Smaller than pictures lead you to believe. Still great accommodations with full cooking amenities for a longer stay.
10.0 / 10.0
best view with all you need
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
The Coal Shack is a beautiful, roomy studio with everything you need for a weekend (or longer) getaway. The place is spotless and the upgrades throughout were amazing. The location is right in town and walking distance to all the shops and restaurant in town. Looking forward to our next stay!
10.0 / 10.0
A stylish, efficient, comfortable little gem of a place. Though it is only a studio, the kitchen rocks. It is just a very comfortable space. It was immaculately clean and well-stocked with everything you need. We only stayed for two days, but even a week would not feel tight. We loved it.
10.0 / 10.0
Our only thoughts were that you need better instructions for the TV and appliances!
Such a cute and well-appointed place! Perfect!
10.0 / 10.0
It’s our favorite place to stay and we will continue to stay here. It’s well stocked and perfectly located.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
Place was great, dogs enjoyed the outdoor porch they also got to see other dogs passing by,location was perfect, definitely stay again....
10.0 / 10.0
This little ‘shack’ was so comfortable, it was so well appointed with everything we needed. The view from the balcony was awesome, and it was great to be literally feet from the main area of town.
5.0 / 10.0
First time to Maine. The space was in a perfect location. Everything you would want or need was there. Easy access to the harbor, shops and many restaurants. If we visit the area again, will want to stay at this spot.
4.0 / 10.0
This place is perfect for a short stay at the picturesque Boothbay Harbor. Great location, everything is within a walking distance from shops, harbor, restaurants, cruises, nice view from the balcony. Dog friendly place, it was a very nice touch to found a 'welcome' treats and dog-friendly trails suggestions from a Two Salty Dogs shop right across the street; perfectly equipped kitchen, nice bathroom and shower; comfortable bed; very clean and well maintained cozy and creative use of small space place. 4 starts only for the reason that it is a small walk-up 2nd floor studio apartment, not really an entire house (to be fair - no one lives on the first floor). Overall, a cool, cozy, clean and convenient place.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
The Shack was perfect. Amazing location walking distance to pretty much everything in town. Very comfortable, cozy and private.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Boothbay Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Boothbay Harbor is $411 per night. This rental is $125 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Coal Shack: Dog-Friendly Harborfront Studio in Downtown Boothbay?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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