Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(26 Ratings)

Docked boat in Damariscotta, ME

5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this docked boat rental

Imagine relaxing on the deck, inhaling pure ocean air and nautical vibes, drink in hand, the freshest oysters on the table, lobsters in the pot, enjoying your own private sunset on the Damariscotta River in Maine.
Mazu is docked right in the quant village in Damariscotta, which is “just small enough to be charming, and just busy enough to be interesting.”
Two minutes from Route 1; and parking is free.1 hr from Portland and 2.5 hrs Bar Harbor! The use of two kayaks and a canoe is included. No pets, no parties.
The 42-foot Mazu features elegant bedding, a sleek kitchen, and spacious decks for sunning and entertaining. Two private staterooms are perfect for four guests; but with an additional sofa bed in the main salon, Mazu can accommodate up to five guests.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Family friendly

Map of Damariscotta, ME

Nearby attractions

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

20.8 mi

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

37.1 mi

Rockland Breakwater Light parking

36.9 mi

Owls Head Transportation Museum

34.5 mi

££££

Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River

££££

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(26 Ratings)

Docked boat in Damariscotta, ME

5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this docked boat rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Family friendly

Map of Damariscotta, ME

Nearby attractions

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

20.8 mi

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse

37.1 mi

Rockland Breakwater Light parking

36.9 mi

Owls Head Transportation Museum

34.5 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(26 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

For our second year, our stay aboard Mazu offered our family a truly wonderful vacation! There is no other place like it, where we are surrounded by beautiful views from every direction, and where we are rocked to sleep every night by the peaceful waves of the Damariscotta River. My daughters and I have looked forward to our return to Mazu since last summer, and we were not disappointed. Olga and Chip are such excellent hosts, balancing proactive help, great communication, and warm smiles whenever needed but also honoring our privacy and special family time. We spent five days swimming in the incredibly warm waters of the Damariscotta River, lounging on the aft deck while playing games together, and exploring the wonderful town of Damariscotta, with its lovely shops and delicious restaurants. We slept well in the comfortable beds aboard the Mazu, and enjoyed sea breezes that kept us cool even during unseasonably warm Maine weather. Having been raised sailing the Maine coast, but not being able to offer my children the same opportunity, this chance to live aboard a beautifully appointed boat has been such fun for us all. We already look forward to next year. Thank you, Chip and Olga, for your warm hospitality, great care, and for sharing this little piece of Heaven with us!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

We loved the boat and the town. A perfect vacation.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

This is our second year vacationing on MAZU. We love the easy access to good restaurants and shopping. Also a nearby restaurant has live music during happy hour so we had that as a bonus as we relaxed on the boat. The owners are great!! Although we had an issue with the plumbing this year, Chip responded quickly and resolved the problem. We are hoping to stay on the MAZU again next summer.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Stayed on the boat while in the area to attend a family wedding. Enjoyed an idyllic afternoon on the boat, kayaking and swimming before heading out.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

We really enjoyed being on the water. This was our first time staying on a boat, but will not be the last. It was a lovely location and a great experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

We totally enjoyed our weekend stay in Damariscotta. The houseboat accommodations were awesome. Olga, the property manager, was exceptional. We will return. Great location….a short walk to all of the downtown restaurants and shops of Damariscotta and Newcastle. Wonderful place to experience Maine!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

It was more spacious than I expected based on the photos. Nice location for a quiet, lowkey, pretty getaway. Recommend doing the oyster and wine pairing boat cruise if you can really enhanced the experience. Great hosts.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Located in an area with a lot to do, if you know what to look for.... Chip and Olga were amazing and accommodating! I would stay here over and over again!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Wonderful experience! Enjoyed the bottle of wine and water host provided. Great information on local activities provided by host. Kayak and canoe available for use was a great amenity. Would definitely do again!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

Great stay for two nights. Boat was comfortable with 4 adults. Town had more to offer than expected. Bar and restaurant at the dock and good food and shops within 5 minutes walk.

6.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

We reported problem and did not take showers because we didn’t want it to overflow. I had to call and they said it was fixed. Same thing the next night.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

We loved it, definitely not a 4 adult place but perfect for a couple. Amazing view and location. Damariscotta is a great town to visit and get the feel of Maine. A few things need to be fixed and updates but overall really nice

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

We absolutely loved our stay! We wanted a quiet and relaxing getaway, and this one knocked it out of the park. The only ‘complaint’ is that now we’re COMPLETELY spoiled- and it’s going to be difficult for future getaways anywhere else to match up! Which is actually a compliment- Olga, Chip, and MAZU rock! A+

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

The stay was very relaxing and the sunsets were wonderful. If you like being on the water this is worth checking out. Close to restaurants and easy walking to Main Street where you can sit outside and enjoy a meal.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

This was an awesome experience! I would definitely do it again. This boat was very clean and had pretty much everything you need too relax and stay put for the weekend! Bed was comfortable shower was hot! Free wine and 2 water bottles was nice! So a few things we came across no Working Ac in master bedroom there was a old box fan not strong enough to really make a big difference. The main Ac worked but not strong enough to cool the whole boat so we really couldn’t enjoy the inside of the boat without sweating until the sun went down and even then it was still pretty warm! I was told there was a computer to watch movies on it apparently broke prior to arrival mind you I asked about tv would of been nice to be notified since I was planning on watching a movie. I could of brought my own. The parking was kinda crappy due to a onsite very popular restaurant. Although there was parking in a separate lot close by but we weren’t really sure if you could park there then we moved our car after 8pm. I would rent this boat again just not in the hottest month of the year!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

This was a unique experience that my kids really enjoyed. We had restaurants to grab food (many are short staffed and could not seat is), bring takeout back to boat, swim off the boat and just play games with our kids. You need to remember it’s a boat and has tight space but well worth it for the experience. Many thanks to Olga.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Waves rock you to sleep

Waves rock you to sleep

Perfect boat Maine experience for non nautical family. We loved the whole experience: eating at the Schooner, kayak morning ride, watching sunset and rocking to sleep with the waves. The cabin was very roomy and the sleeping was perfect. Great hosts and well stocked. Our family of 4 loved it!

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Life on the Mazu

Life on the Mazu

We had a wonderful stay on the Mazu. Never stayed on a boat before and the Mazu exceeded our expectations. What a wonderful place to stay. The bed in the captains quarters was fantastic! Views and location were amazing. Olga and Chip are wonderful hosts. Highly recommend the Mazu for your next get away!

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

It's a boat! Different experience for two not-overly-familiar-with-boats people. But fun! Our hosts were very nice and responsive - we were missing a hair dryer - there was a minor problem with one of the toilets - both issues addressed quickly. There is a semi-lengthy metal ramp (we called it the gang plank!) over water that had to be traversed to get to/from the boat - a little intimidating - angled somewhat steeply at times due to tides - damp/slippery at times due to weather - but we held on tight & took our time. Possibly not a good fit for some folks may have mobility, agility issues or someone who may be intoxicated!! Overall - a nice, fun, unique experience for us. Certainly allowed for easy access to the village and beat the heck out of dealing with the pumpkin festival traffic!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Damariscotta River

Damariscotta River

Wonderful time staying on the river. Beautiful scenery, good proximity to everything.

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Great location!

Great location!

My family and I stayed three nights and absolutely loved the location and the experience of accommodations on a boat. Chip and Olga were very responsive when needed and respected our privacy.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Great Trip!

Great Trip!

We loved the area and the boat was perfectly located and so much fun! Everything we needed was on the boat and Olga quickly responded to all my questions.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Excellent location for weekend getaway

Excellent location for weekend getaway

Staying on the boat was so much fun! Enjoyed the spacious layout and convenience of being right downtown. Easy walk to pretty much everything. Also really enjoyed the wine and oyster cruise. Would love to go back

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Wonderful

Wonderful

The town of Dameriscotta is a worthy destination. Excellent restaurants, shops, and many outdoorsy things to do on the river. The boat was comfortable, clean and fun to be on. The hosts are invested in the region and incredibly knowledgeable. We also really enjoyed the river tour. We’d recommend a stay here, if you are visiting coastal Maine.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2020

Great trip

Great trip

The boat was fun and wonderful to experience 😃

5.0 / 10.0

Aug 2020

The boat was fun and wonderful to experience

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

What a View !

What a View !

If you want a water view and be in the middle of downtown close to all the restaurants and shops, this is for you ! Olga and Chip were fantastic hosts and were very responsive if needed but left us to our privacy. Great balance! It is a boat so expect those things that come with a boat. The beds were very comfortable and cozy !

FAQs

How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Damariscotta?

The average price for a rental in Damariscotta is £216 per night. This rental is £40 above the average.

Is parking included with this docked boat?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this docked boat?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this docked boat. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this docked boat is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.

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Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River

Docked boat in Damariscotta, ME

Reasons to book

About this docked boat rental

Amenities

Map of Damariscotta, ME

Nearby attractions

Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River

Docked boat in Damariscotta, ME

Reasons to book

About this docked boat rental

Amenities

Map of Damariscotta, ME

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this docked boat cost compared to others in Damariscotta?

Is parking included with this docked boat?

Is there a pool at this docked boat?

Is Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Maine Bed & Boat, MAZU on the scenic Damariscotta River?

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