Parking 2019

We are happy to take advance reservations for overnight parking. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to accommodate you if you pull in 15 minutes before the boat leaves. David and I both work full time, and the kids are grown and gone, so if you call or text, please allow 24 hours for us to get back to you. 

Overnight Rates for 2019 are $10/day

A day is from 8 am to 8 am. If you don't return by 8 am you could be taking someone else's reserved spot. If you have a change of plans and need to stay longer than expected, contact us ASAP so we can make any necessary changes with other reservations.

Payment is due in advance. Send payment t0 24 Todd Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, Maine 04539. We also take Venmo. 

Here some answers to frequently asked questions:

1. What is the physical address for the parking lot? 24 Todd Ave, Boothbay Harbor
2. Why is the overnight rate different from the day rate? Day trippers are generally here for 2-3 hours and often we can "flip" a space two or three times in a day. We cannot flip overnight spaces.
3. Will I be blocked in? No, we never double park cars.
4. Can we come and go? Yes, but make sure you put an orange cone in your spot or someone else may take it and we may not be able to find a new spot for you.
5. Do you take credit cards? No, sorry. We take cash, checks and Venmo.
6. Can we pay when we leave? No, to hold your reservation we require payment in advance.
7. If I need to leave earlier than expected can I get a refund? Yes, as long as you let us know in advance.

Before leaving the parking lot for an extended stay please check the following:

• Make sure all of your windows and skylights are closed
• Make sure your car engine is turned off
• Make sure we have your contact information 
• Please center your car up to the railroad tie or fence and pull all the way forward. If you are taking up two spaces you may be preventing someone else from parking.

Thanks for parking with us!

Safe Travels

David and Deanne

Parking 2017

Parking Rates 2017

Daily Rate $7 per car

Overnight Cars $10 per day*

*A day starts at 8:00 A.M.

Parking is at your own risk.

Overnight parking must be reserved in advance.

Overnight Cars:

1. Cars must be parked in designated spots which will be assigned when you make your reservation.
2. If you leave the lot at anytime during your reserved time you must put an orange cone in it otherwise someone else will park in it.
3. If you need to extend your reservation time you can give us a call or send a text or email. Please don't leave your car longer than the agreed upon time because someone else my have it reserved.
4. Reservations need to be confirmed. Please don't assume you have a reservation with us unless you get an email with the number of your parking space and the amount due.
5. We do not have a full time staff to answer your emails and texts so please be patient. 
6. Payment is due in advance. We do not make refunds for people that don't show up for the time they reserved.

PARKING RESERVATION FORM

We keep this information on file. You only need to fill it out once or when you get a new vehicle or change your contact information.

Summer Season 2017

Top 10 Things to Do in the Boothbay Region

1. Visit a lighthouse. The Balmy Days at Pier 8 has a harbor tour that will take you past lighthouses or even better purchase tickets for the Burnt Island Living Lighthouse Program and travel back in time.
2. Take a hike. We have miles of public trails in the area. The Boothbay Region Land Trust has maps or just walk along our public roads for a scenic walk.
3. Get tickets for a concert at the Opera House. This is a great venue for a variety of musical entertainment. There isn't a bad seat in the house. It's a quick stroll from the apartment so no need to worry about parking. 
4. Pack a picnic for Grimes Cove or Hendrick's Head Beach. The best sandwiches can be found at the East Boothbay General Store. 
5. Visit the Farmer's Market every Thursday on the Boothbay Common.
6. Rent a kayak or paddle board at the Tidal Transit Company.
7. Visit the Department of Marine Resources Aquarium. 
8. Get tickets for the Cabbage Island Clambake. 
9. Tour the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.
10. Shop for locally made artwork and crafts: Boothbay Region Art Foundation, Anderson Studio, Mung Bean, Anne Hedgecock (at the art fairs on the library lawn). 

2016 Highlights

April 15

Botanical Gardens Open for the season.

See their calendar here

Windjammer week, June 26-July 2, is the official start to the summer season.

Maine Windjammer Association

Boothbay Harbor Chamber of Commerce

Official Windjammer Days Site

Live music and other activities happen on the waterfront throughout the week long event. This tent is set up in the town park just half a block away.

The Mackerel Sky gardens in June. 

Our son Brad and his buddies will head off to college in the fall. Brad, on the left with the baseball hat, will attend either Maine or Massachusetts Maritime Academy.

Book Now for Fall 2015

Fall is a great time to visit Boothbay Harbor.  Most shops and restaurants are open through Columbus Day Weekend and many are open all year.  Check out these special events:

Harborfest
September 4-7, 2015
HarborFest

Claw Down

September 17th, 2015

Claw Down

Pumpkinfest

October 3-12, 2015

Pumpkinfest

For other local events visit these websites:

BOOTHBAY HARBOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Check here for the most current local events.
Events Calendar

OPERA HOUSE
This is a great venue for all kinds of music events.
Home Page

COASTAL MAINE BOTANICAL GARDENS
Art, gardening and cooking events of all kinds.
Home Page

HARBOR THEATER
Our own local movie theater.
Their Website

New In Town Vacation Rental May 2015

Off season rates are $99 per night.  Full season rates are $150 per night. Visit HomeAway for more information. 

 Property #224

Also visit property our other vacation rental, Property #229

Parking 2014

The parking lot opens for the season on Memorial Day weekend.  Overnight parking is available at the rate of $7 per day.  Advance reservations are encouraged.  Please click on the form at the top left side of the page.  Please enter a comment below if you have any questions.

Summer Season 2013

VISTA LINEKIN COTTAGE
We are filling up fast for the 2013 summer season.  If you have an interest in the cottage on Ocean Point we only have two summer weeks available.  Don't dismiss the months of June and September for your visit.  June is the occasion of our annual Windjammer Festival and is still relatively quiet.  September and October are my favorite months of the year.  The days are warm and the nights are cool.  You can still catch a boat trip and eat out at one of our great area restaurants.  Visit www.homeaway.com for an up to date calendar.  The property number is 162110.

MACKEREL SKY SUITE
Our cozy one bedroom apartment in the harbor is a great way to experience our local way of life.  We are within walking distance of McSeagull's restaurant, a great place to listen to local music and have a cocktail.  Spend an afternoon looking at books from local authors at Sherman's or catch the ferry to Monhegan Island and walk around the scenic island paths.  For an up-to-date calendar visit www.homeaway.com. The property number is 300229.

TIBBETT'S PARKING LOT
Squirrels and Monhegan travelers can reserve parking for a day or a week or a month.  If you don't have your vehicle and contact information on file yet please fill out the reservation form at the top of the page.  You need to click directly on top of the words CLICK HERE to get to the form.  If your information is already on file, just email me with your dates.

For any questions please email me at mackerelskyrentals@gmail.com.

-Deanne Tibbetts

Carrying on the Family Business

Our son started lobstering on his own this summer.  He has been an apprentice for the last 3-4 years.  He now has his own boat and is using his grandfather's pot buoy colors. He fishes in Linekin Bay where the Tibbett's family has fished for generations.  My mother's family, the Brewers, fished the waters of Southport Island, one town over.

Parking Reservations Form

Planning a trip to Monhegan or Squirrel?  Need a place to leave the car for a day or a week?  We can help. Our 40 car parking lot sits just up the hill from Pier 8.  Please fill out the "Parking Reservation Form" at the top of the page.  

Windjammer Days

Windjammer Days 2012 will soon be upon us.  For anyone that books the apartment from June 23rd through the 30th we are offering 6 lobsters, live or cooked and a home made blueberry buckle to go with it.  Enjoy one of the most popular events in the harbor and fresh Maine lobster to boot!  Here are some of the highlights of this year's Windjammer Festival:

Music and Concessions at the waterfront park, Tuesday and Wednesday

Tours of the U.S. Coast Guard Station, Tuesday and Wednesday

Antique Boat Parade, Tuesday at 3 p.m.

Windjammers Arrive, Wednesday at 2 p.m.

Windjammer Parade, Wednesday at 5 p.m.

Lobster or Chicken Supper at the Congregational Church, Wednesday at 5:30

Waterfront Fireworks, Wednesday at 9ish

Blessing of the Fleet

Vista Linekin Cottage, East Boothbay, Maine

Exterior Details

The cottage was recently opened up for the 2012 rental season. The water has been turned on and the shutters taken off and put away. The cleaning crew will be in soon to make everything perfect for our guests.   This full acre property is a great place for kids to explore. There are wooded paths, tide pools, wildflowers, birds and much more to entertain and delight people of all ages. The road the cottage sits on loops back onto itself making it a great spot for morning walks or family bike rides.  Bring your own boat or rent one.  We have a mooring for our guests just off of the beach.

View from the street side of the cottage.  The roof was shingled a few weeks ago.

View from the right side.  The twin bedroom is on the front corner and the master bedroom is on the bay side adjacent to the deck. 

The cottage sits on a bluff overlooking Linekin Bay and the town of Boothbay Harbor.

The beach path meanders down to the shore.  We had this ramp put in last year.

This is the beach at low tide.  

This view shows the large front yard and gives you an idea of the great views from the back deck.

View from the lower bluff.  

The left side of the cottage has stairs up to the deck.

View from the back deck.

This side lawn has additional parking for boat trailers or vehicles.