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Riverfront Sanctuary

Holiday home in Dresden with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Dining
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Riverfront retreat awaits at this charming historic cape, where guests can unwind in the hot tub or stroll down to the waterfront. With kayaks and paddleboards at your disposal, explore the Eastern River and take in long views of farmland from this private haven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Riverfront Sanctuary

Sweet historic rambling brick cape with extensive frontage on the Eastern River. Fishing, Kayaks, Paddleboards awaiting just a short walk down a gravel path to the riverfront. Charming and private home on larger acreage with long views of farmland and private waterfront. Minutes from the Maine coastline / Wiscasset village / Boothbay harbor / Bath Maritime Museum / Reid State Park / Popham Beach / restaurants / antiquing / galleries / beaches. 3 bedrooms each with queen bed and one with additional double futon. Two full baths, air conditioning, laundry, fully equipped kitchen, small hot tub, linens, towels.

Discounted rates before Memorial Day or after Labor Day

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether 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

Map
Dresden, ME

What's nearby

  • Augusta Civic Center - 36 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Bowdoin College - 37 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 42 min drive - 38.2 km
  • LL Bean Flagship Store - 43 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 43 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 27 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kimberly's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Annabella's Bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amato's Richmond - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Exit 43 Quik Stop - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Sanctuary pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Riverfront Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Sanctuary located?

Situated in Dresden, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Kennebec River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Androscoggin River and Lincoln County Jail Museum. Wiscasset Historic District and Castle Tucker are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Riverfront Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay here! What an idyllic and inviting home and property. Great location to explore from. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly felt right at home with this home! It was a great layout and the separate loft bedroom gave everyone space to spread out. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Wonderful

Cant say enough about the Riverfront Sanctuary. Its immaculate. Everything you could need is available. The grounds are stunning, as is the home. Modern convenience wrapped in old world charm. We couldn't stop saying how lovely the place and accomodations were.Communication with Shauna our host were perfect. This is how a Maine Vacation should be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Great Location

Home was perfect for cooking and relaxing out doors. Property owners are very responsive and helpful. No issues and we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 32 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

This was a perfect location and setting for our family stay to attend our nephews wedding. The home has so much character with antique furnishings and a beautiful country setting overlooking the river. The hosts were very accommodating, responsive and a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Guys' Weekend

The property was perfect for a long weekend. They guys enjoyed using the kayaks. The property was clean, comfortable and convenient. It was perfect for their weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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