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The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Marina
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms3100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine

Step back in time into Capt. Robert Hichborn's home, an elegant and comfortable 163 year old respite from your travels along the coast of Maine. Centrally located, this historic gem is within an hour to everywhere; from Camden to Rockport, Belfast to Bar Harbor, Augusta to Bangor, and Castine to Deer Isle, you are in the center!

This lovingly cared for home boasts original wide pumpkin pine flooring, 10 foot ceilings, local art, board games, good feels, and very comfy beds and bedding.
The house has a parlor/game room stocked with board games, a comfy living room with ROKU TV and Sofa Sleeper, and a dining room that can seat eight (ask for extra chairs). All of the artwork is original and done by artists within an hour radius.

There is a care taker, Tiffany, who lives in an apartment above the kitchen with her entrance door in the home’s dining room. You will likely not see her unless you need her!

In the summer, the owner, Amanda, is often on premises with her Pitbull Chonkasaurus, Mike and his side pittie, Helen. She has a studio on the side of the home.

The stairs to the second floor where three of the bedrooms and the shower are located, are steep.

The twin bedroom is directly in front of the second floor bathroom; it is the hallway to the bathroom and has no door.

The gardens are coming along nicely. Please do not allow children or pets to play in gardens.

There is a fantastic porch to sit on at night to watch the stars and share stories from your day.

Laundry available for guests staying four or more nights!

Plenty of parking!

Property manager

Amanda Catherine Reed

Languages

English, Norwegian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed; house not suited for youngers.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Stockton Springs is home to this holiday home. Belfast Harbor and Bucksport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Point State Park and Moose Point State Park. Penobscot Marine Museum and Perry's Nut House are also worth visiting.
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Stockton Springs, ME

What's nearby

  • Fort Point State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory - 13 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Fort Knox State Park - 13 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Belfast Harbor - 17 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Maine Maritime Academy - 50 min drive - 31.5 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 16 min drive
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunoco / Blimpie / Chester Fried - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rio’s Spiked Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anglers Maine's Family Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Just Barb's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine located?

Situated in Stockton Springs, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Long Cove and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Fort Point State Park. Penobscot Marine Museum and Moose Point State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Captain's Home: Art and History on the Coast of Maine Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
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10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely 19th century feel with a very modern kitchen. The host and fellow-inhabitant (of the back of the building) were charming, the very few times we saw them. Expectations were clear to us, but to reiterate; there's one shower and one giant tub in two bathrooms. The upstairs bathroom is accessed via one of the two bedrooms. We found this only slightly awkward. Put an "early riser" in one of those bedrooms. Location is perfect for visiting Belfast, Bucksport, or day trips to Blue Hills, Mount Desert Island, Camden, etc. Some traffic noise went away at bedtime. Lovely art and furnishings made the place feel special.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully-appointed, very clean, comfortable bright, updated historic home in easy-access central location. Large kitchen had all that we needed, set up in a user-friendly way. Bathrooms great with lovely old bathtub, great water pressure, super cushy towels! Wifi worked great. Amanda and Tiff the housekeeper were very helpful and easy and fun to interact with, and we looked forward to seeing the dogs Mike and Helen each day. Our only slight issue was with high season traffic noise at night from Route 1, which is understandable given location, it just caught us off guard. Once we adjusted to it, it was fine. We kayaked, hiked, and ate out daily in all locations within an hour of the house. A few miles away at Stockton Springs Marina is an EXCELLENT restaurant called The Cove which is like eating at the home of a friend who happens to be a pro chef. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025