Fisherman Island, nr. Boothbay
Property # 9426
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Listing Type: Vacation Rental
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7
Sleeps: up to 14 guests
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7
Sleeps: up to 14 guests
Fisherman Island, nr. Boothbay
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Property Description
An exclusive, enchanting, privilege private retreat for your family vacation
History of the Island
English fishermen originally discovered this area of Maine back in the 17th century. Fishing, ice cutting, shipbuilding, and lumber were the local industries in the 18th and 19th centuries. But by the 1800's visitors started coming to the area. Settled in the 1600s as a fishing outpost, Fisherman Island was abandoned in 1675 with the start of King Philip's war. In 1925, a Unitarian minister purchased the island and built a large stone retreat there called Greystones Hall.
Today
On Fisherman Island, a wealth of wild berries and roses attract an unusual variety of birds. Two smaller islands are home to many families of seals.
Nearby is Boothbay, the largest boating harbour north of Boston. The region boasts a magnificent shoreline that wanders over protected sand beaches, secluded coves, rocky headlands, and crashing surf.
Location
59 miles north of Portland, Maine.
Best time to visit
Summertime is probably the best time to take full advantage of Maine’s “100 harbours,“ ports, beaches, and the mountains and forests inland. The visit in autumn, however, brings a sepia tone to the state's quaint villages.
Getting there
Fly to Boston or Portland, Maine. Transfer to Boothbay Harbour, where the Skipper will await you. Fisherman Island is only 15 minutes by boat. The island reserved 3 parking places on the mainland. You can leave your cars there.
History of the Island
English fishermen originally discovered this area of Maine back in the 17th century. Fishing, ice cutting, shipbuilding, and lumber were the local industries in the 18th and 19th centuries. But by the 1800's visitors started coming to the area. Settled in the 1600s as a fishing outpost, Fisherman Island was abandoned in 1675 with the start of King Philip's war. In 1925, a Unitarian minister purchased the island and built a large stone retreat there called Greystones Hall.
Today
On Fisherman Island, a wealth of wild berries and roses attract an unusual variety of birds. Two smaller islands are home to many families of seals.
Nearby is Boothbay, the largest boating harbour north of Boston. The region boasts a magnificent shoreline that wanders over protected sand beaches, secluded coves, rocky headlands, and crashing surf.
Location
59 miles north of Portland, Maine.
Best time to visit
Summertime is probably the best time to take full advantage of Maine’s “100 harbours,“ ports, beaches, and the mountains and forests inland. The visit in autumn, however, brings a sepia tone to the state's quaint villages.
Getting there
Fly to Boston or Portland, Maine. Transfer to Boothbay Harbour, where the Skipper will await you. Fisherman Island is only 15 minutes by boat. The island reserved 3 parking places on the mainland. You can leave your cars there.
Accommodations
A Gothic-style, natural stone home that is approx. 5,000 sq.ft. with seven stylish bedrooms, offering accommodation for a maximum of 14 guests.
Most rooms have eastern and western exposures as well as inglenooks. One is a bunk room for children (5 beds). The Great Room has a cozy alcove, cushy seating and a fireplace. All windows offer spectacular views. The garden has been recently landscaped and the house was remodelled in 1994.
Electricity and telephone available.
The accomodation / bedrooms: Main house: 3 x king size; 2 x double; 1 x twin. The "bunk house": 5 twin beds.
Dining
Dine by the fireplace in the Great Room or enjoy breakfast and lunch on the terrace overlooking the pool. The chef´s bountiful meals offer the best vegetables and Maine fresh seafood.
Most rooms have eastern and western exposures as well as inglenooks. One is a bunk room for children (5 beds). The Great Room has a cozy alcove, cushy seating and a fireplace. All windows offer spectacular views. The garden has been recently landscaped and the house was remodelled in 1994.
Electricity and telephone available.
The accomodation / bedrooms: Main house: 3 x king size; 2 x double; 1 x twin. The "bunk house": 5 twin beds.
Dining
Dine by the fireplace in the Great Room or enjoy breakfast and lunch on the terrace overlooking the pool. The chef´s bountiful meals offer the best vegetables and Maine fresh seafood.
Activities & Attractions
Relax in the sauna or steam room; swim and sun in and around the heated salt-water pool or on one of the two private beaches; explore hidden coves and lagoon; take boat excursions, fish, water sports, billiards, darts and board games, go bird-watching or seal and whale- watching.
The Boothbay region also offers sailing, fishing, golf and tennis, and there are hiking trails in the Camden Hills State Park. The town of Borthbay has many restaurants, crafts and antiques shops, and in late June “Windjammer Days“ are celebrated.
You can also take trips to the well-known Monhegan Island retreat. Transport and watersport is included. Actually the island operates two Parker boats (28 and 21 feet). Fishing is excellent there. Those who like they can try the sea kayak.
The Boothbay region also offers sailing, fishing, golf and tennis, and there are hiking trails in the Camden Hills State Park. The town of Borthbay has many restaurants, crafts and antiques shops, and in late June “Windjammer Days“ are celebrated.
You can also take trips to the well-known Monhegan Island retreat. Transport and watersport is included. Actually the island operates two Parker boats (28 and 21 feet). Fishing is excellent there. Those who like they can try the sea kayak.
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