Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay.

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View from the private ground level deck
Upper deck seating and water views
Motorized awning provides morning shade.
Morning sun on the deck
View of decks from the Main house deck

Overview of Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay.

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Check out the area

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Waldoboro, ME
  • Popular LocationSt. George River27 min drive
  • Popular LocationSamoset Resort Golf Course42 min drive
  • AirportRockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)43 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarshall Point Lighthouse58 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft

2 Single Beds

Master upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Spa Room

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Entry Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Outdoor shower

Spa room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay.

Located on four acres at the end of a private road and at the end of Dutch Neck peninsula, Thyme & Tide offers privacy and quiet without being remote. A deep-water dock and float provide water access for swimming, kayaking, or boating and the underwater light attracts fish and seals after dark. Seals, Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Cranes, Herons, and more are frequent visitors.

Thyme & Tide is ideally suited for one or two couples or a small family with a King sized bed in the master, Queen in the ground floor Spa room, and two twins in the sleeping loft accessed by a ships ladder. This is a four season home with radiant heat on both floors and a Jotul gas fireplace in the second floor living room for added comfort. And on those few days in August when it gets really warm we've added a portable AC unit in the MBR, even though it only gets used 2-3 times a year.

The ground floor has 10' ceilings and cedar paneling complimenting the Douglas Fir Post and Beam frame. The 14'X36' family room runs the length of the house and has window walls facing the water, seating area, and glass top dining table. The ground floor bedroom (aka the spa room) has a queen-sized bed and en-suite bath including a walk-in glass tile shower, cathedral ceiling, ceiling fan, screened in porch, and lots of windows. It even includes a wood fired sauna. See the photos for more details. There is also a bath with shower off the back entry hallway.

Upstairs are the living quarters with an open living/dining/kitchen area and 17' cathedral ceilings. The master bedroom and bath with shower are located at one end with the sleeping loft over. The bath has a Bosch washer and dryer in addition to the fully tiled oversized shower and large vanity. The upstairs also has a private (no ground access) wrap-around deck with a retractable sun awning on the east side to provide morning shade and 4 Adirondak chairs. The lower deck also has a few Adirondack chairs, a hanging swing, picnic table, and Weber gas grille.

The kitchen is well equipped with a Thermidor gas stove, under counter Sub-Zero refrigerators, Keurig/drip or K-cup combo coffee maker, microwave, and toaster oven. Fully stocked with linens, towels, silverware, dishes, glasses, PT, and utensils.
There is a TV upstairs in the living room as well as one downstairs in the family room with Dish satellite as well as Apple TV (downstairs) and an Amazon Firestick (upstairs). Internet and traditional landline phone also in service.

On the water we have a 60' pier with a 14'X24' float and a separate 8'X20' float for boat storage. We keep a pair of Adirondack chairs on the float for relaxing after a swim or just to sit and enjoy the views. We also keep a few camp chairs under the ramp in case more seating is needed. Lots of room for your kayak(s), paddle board, or small boat. There is a public boat ramp less than a mile away. The Solo stove firepit patio is located near the foot of the pier along the shoreline. Private with great views its a must for s'mores making.

Our location is 15 minutes from Rte 1, 25 minutes from Damariscotta, 35 minutes from Pemaquid Pt. and 35 minutes from Rockland. We are very centrally located on the MidCoast, virtually in the middle between Wiscasset and Camden.

Property Owners will be resident in the Main house during your stay, available to provide any help needed including ordering up lobsters if you want. We have them delivered directly to our float by local fishermen (unless Jim has been lucky with his five recreational traps and has some to spare).

Property manager

Jim Russo

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children 10 -12 may be considered.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waldoboro

Located in Waldoboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Frances Perkins Center and General Henry Knox Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Penobscot Marine Museum and Morse's Sauerkraut. Travelling with kids? Consider Maine State Prison Store and Pemaquid Craft Co-op. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waldoboro, ME

What's nearby

  • St. George River - 27 min drive
  • Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 38 min drive
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 42 min drive
  • Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park - 43 min drive
  • Marshall Point Lighthouse - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 16 min drive
  • Moody's Diner - 17 min drive
  • The Narrows - 16 min drive
  • Jameson Point Lobster Company - 32 min drive
  • Odd Alewives Farm Brewery - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Water Front post and beam guest house "Thyme & Tide", on Muscongus Bay. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Penobscot Marine Museum, Biscay Pond and Damariscotta Lake. Fawcett's Antique Toy and Art Museum is 9.9 mi (16 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Getaway!
Jim and Susie’s property and communication could not have been better. The home had everything we needed and much more. The views are spectacular! The accommodations are warm and cozy. They provide so many extra touches that make you feel you are royalty. We decided to spend most of our time just relaxing rather than explore the area. We definitely plan to return next year! Thank you both for being such great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy & Patrick S., Clermont, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property-gracious hosts
Absolutely loved our 4 night stay at Butter Point! Can't say enough about how welcoming and helpful Jim and Susie are. Once we completed our booking, Jim sent us wonderful tips and recommendations for the area. Greatly appreciated those detailed notes. The home is cozy with lovely views all around. We enjoyed fall but are certain all seasons are special.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Sheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Beauty and Solitude
This property is exceptionally designed and maintained. The accommodations were beautifully appointed; the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. The hosts were so helpful, friendly and welcoming.We felt as if we were visiting friends! One suggestion: a TV channel guide would be helpful. Thank you so much for providing this gorgeous home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect
A wonderful experience in every way! Pristine setting, peace & nature in abundance, lovely accommodations, & the nicest of hosts! Jim & Susie truly have the gift of hospitality. A delightful way to end our summer.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Picturesque, welcoming and cozy place, very clean, great property manager…just book a stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim Russo

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Originally from the Boston area Susie and Jim have enjoyed Butter Pt since 2000. Used mostly as a vacation get-away until Jim retired in 2017, we stayed in the guest house until 2015 when we finally finished the main house next door. We've lived and worked in Massachusetts, Texas, Michigan, Tennessee and overseas in The Netherlands, Portugal, France, and China. The guest house has several memento's from these travels.

Why they chose this property

It's our family retreat. Since we bought the property and built the guest house our two children have graduated college, married, and now have 6 kids between them. All of them look forward to their time in Maine be it in summer, at Christmas, or whenever they need time away from their busy lives. The location is special. Quintessential Maine with a focus on waterfront.

What makes this property unique

We describe our property as remote without being isolated and isolated without being remote. At the end of a private road (with only an island accessible by a low tide "bar" beyond us) we only have one neighbor. The opposite side of Butter Pt Rd is conservation land. Very quiet, private, and dark at night to enjoy the Milky Way and satellites passing overhead. But nearby is everything we need including shops and stores in Waldoboro, Damariscotta, Rockland, and Camden. There is an Audubon preserve one mile away on Dutch Neck Rd as well as a Land Trust hiking path to the local fresh water swimming hole, Peter's Pond. Lots to do, or just relax and do nothing at all but enjoy the quiet and watch the boats on the bay from the swing on the lower deck. Everyone that visits spends time in that swing.
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