My family has vacationed in Boothbay Harbor for 40 years staying in various rentals, but Buddy's Barrel takes the cake! We have admired the property for years and watched the meticulous renovation process. The stars aligned and we were able to make this dream location part of our first vacation since covid. HIGH expectations, I know, but it did not disappoint!
Our party of five ranged from age 72 to 5. All of us found different delights in the property and were very comfortable during our stay. It's obvious from the pictures that no expense was spared in the design of Buddy's Barrel. Once there, it became more obvious of its quality, especially in the furniture, the mattresses and their bedding. We all commented on how well we slept. And our 5 year-old loved the novelty of sleeping in the bunk bed room.
The owners have great attention to detail when thinking of their guests' comfort (quality bath towels, a welcome gift, a well-stocked kitchen, and the aforementioned bedding). The owners were also thinking of their canine guests, too. When we originally booked the place, we thought our 11 year-old English bulldog would be joining us. He passed in March, but he would have been so cared for at Buddy's Barrel, for there were dog bowls, leashes, treats, and a dog bed (in a barrel) waiting for him. They thought of everything. It was meant to be though because the stairs from the front door to the apartment would have been a challenge for him.
One of our favorite parts of the property was people watching from the deck. You can't beat the location for watching the bustle of Boothbay Harbor on a summer's afternoon. It was delightful to park the cars and walk to all the restaurants and shops. We were concerned about the possibility of excess noise at night, but it turned out to be not an issue.
The owners were quick to respond when we texted about a faulty curtain rod (design flaw that is not their fault). We were able to secure it on our own, but the owners were ready to send someone out if we needed it.
Given the opportunity, our family would definitely choose Buddy's Barrel again.