Title: Sheepscot River House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sheepscot River House Riverside holiday home in Newcastle with kitchen ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75790000/75781100/75781062/6ab87c55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75790000/75781100/75781062/1ec92a2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75790000/75781100/75781062/dec70e3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75790000/75781100/75781062/d2f4fa96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75790000/75781100/75781062/25670c63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Situated at the water's edge, this charming cottage offers a unique stay. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing and swimming with the reversing falls nearby or simply relax on the large screened-in porch. 7.4 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sheepscot River House Adorable 1900's post office turned cottage located at the water's edge where the Sheepscot and the Dyer rivers meet. Enjoy the large screened in porch for comfortable outdoor living. The home features a large bedroom downstairs and an upstairs loft bedroom. Kayaking, canoeing and swimming with close proximity to the reversing falls. Kayaks can be ordered and delivered by a local provider. Located just 6 miles from the waterfront community of Damariscotta and 3 miles to Wiscasset "the most beautiful town in Maine". ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Unit size: 1,650 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26900000/26897400/26897379/ec3cac68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet Riverfront getaway to enjoy Midcoast Maine! 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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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.05012%2C-69.60848&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dZFLVgAtfLOmsLV8r7cnOiod_9A=) Newcastle, ME #### What's nearby - Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 37 min drive - 22.2 miles - Bowdoin College - 43 min drive - 27.5 miles - Samoset Resort Golf Course - 54 min drive - 40.5 miles - LL Bean Flagship Store - 54 min drive - 40.1 miles #### Getting around - Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Newcastle Publick House - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Alna Store - ‬8 min drive - ‪Red's Eats - ‬10 min drive - ‪Oxbow Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive - ‪Sprague's Lobster - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sheepscot River House pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Sheepscot River House? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sheepscot River House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sheepscot River House located? > Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Little Point and Lincoln County Jail Museum. Frances Perkins Center and Wiscasset Historic District are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sheepscot River House Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Eleanor V. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The home is quaint and comfortable. The water views were nice to have during the day while working. The bed and linens were comfortable. The rooms were larger than expected. I enjoyed my stay. ##### Eleanor V. Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tara H. 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I rented this for a guest for my daughter’s wedding. Only one complaint, too buggy. ##### Tara H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Deborah R. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Comfortable river farmhouse. Home was attractively decorated and pleasant. . Bedding and furniture were comfortable. Location was ok, very close to the road and river grasses. It was a convenient midcoast location on a very pretty road. The rent was appropriate for the property. ##### Deborah R. 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