The estate--a peaceful waterfront retreat set among rolling fields, stone walls and perennial gardens-- includes four New England-style buildings: a fully renovated 1800s Cape; a quaint garden shed; the Gallery Barn; and this elegant Farmhouse . No parties or events are allowed during COVID. Come away from it all....catch your breath. Six miles from the bustle of Boothbay Harbor is a peaceful waterfront retreat, called Bold Colorful Life, set among rolling fields, meandering stone walls and richly colored perennial gardens........imagine a place that evokes your fondest memories....and brings your vacation dreams to bold colorful life.... The Farmhouse combines new convenience with historical flavor, with exterior porches and dormers, and a new deck with fabulous river views, all surrounded by gardens. Inside, the first floor holds a large, fully-equipped kitchen, dining area and Great Room, built and furnished with 200 year-old barn-boards and timbers. These rooms face the river, the sunsets and the pond. A cozy media room with current technology and a handicap-accessible King bedroom and bath face the courtyard. On the second floor are four additional bedrooms with private baths; two facing the courtyard, two facing the river, and a Gathering Room above the Great Room. Wake to birdsong in the apple trees and early morning fog on the Back River....then make yourself delicious coffee and a hearty, healthy breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen in the elegant Farmhouse. Wander 15 acres of gardens and woodland trails....borrow a sit-on-top kayak to paddle with local seals....enjoy games, ride bikes, meet our friendly bald eagles and other critters.....watch the Maine painted turtles or listen to frogs on the freshwater pond......wander the park-like grounds.....take a cool dip or a paddle on the river.... Refreshed, venture out into the Boothbay region to join a tour boat to see whales or puffins, or to go lobstering, shop, view our many art galleries, try some local restaurants and generally have a memorable visit. The Coastal Maine Botanical Garden is only 4 miles away! So is the world-class Boothbay Harbor Country Club golf course! Or try hiking at any of the 13 preserves within 10 miles of this home. At the end of the day, imagine coming ‘home’ to a snack and drink on the front or new back deck....a good book in the hammock.....a sunset through the windows....and a long, delicious sleep in one of your five lovely bedrooms with private bath, colorful bedding, paddle fans, cable TV, WiFli. Renewed again, live your bold and colorful life! Both buildings (the charming historic Cape and this elegant Farmhouse) are available year-round. See more by googling Bold Colorful Life Estate and Retreat Center. The entire Farmhouse is your space during your visit, and the 15 waterfront acres are shared with any guests in the Cape across the courtyard....and with the owner, when in residence. The owner lives on site, is often in residence and she or her representatives are available for help and suggestions at all reasonable hours, once the guests have looked for desired answers in the Policies and Information manual. The town of Boothbay is 4 miles down the road, including the nearest restaurant, the world-class Country Club, the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and fresh and saltwater swimming holes. The town of Boothbay Harbor is about 6 miles away and offers all sorts of exciting opportunities. AREA ACTIVITIES The list is endless, but here's a start. Feel free to ask me more questions if this doesn't cover them. ·For shops, galleries, restaurants, festivals, farm markets, special activities, professional services, aquarium, miniature golf, railway village, boat and bike rentals, etc., the two local Chambers of Commerce and the local newspaper: 1. Boothbay= (URL HIDDEN) 2. Boothbay Harbor= (URL HIDDEN) 3. Boothbay Register = (URL HIDDEN) --Some of our personal favorite restaurants include: Robinson’s Wharf on Southport Island for lobster/seafood; McSeagull’s for creative everything; Boathouse Bistro for tapas; Salt Bay Café and Savory Maine in Damariscotta for regular AND vegetarian delights --Boothbay center is the site for Thursday Farm markets which are wonderful ·The Boothbay Opera House: (URL HIDDEN) ·The Boothbay Playhouse: (URL HIDDEN) ·Boothbay Carousal Music Theater ·Our local movie theater: The Harbor Theatre = (URL HIDDEN) ·Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick, Maine ·Monmouth Theater in Monmouth, Maine ·The Boothbay Region Land Trust, for hiking and wandering--one of the preserves is right around the corner from here: (URL HIDDEN) oOur favorite hikes include the nearby Ovens Mouth East and West, Porter Preserve on Barter’s Island, Bonyun on the Westport peninsula to the SW and LaVerna on the Pemaquid peninsula to the NE. All have water views as the payoff for exercise. J ·To golf, the world-renowned Boothbay Harbor Country Club: (URL HIDDEN) ·To mini-golf, Dolphin Mini-Golf (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) ·The Aquarium on Juniper Point (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) ·Boothbay Railway Village and Antique Auto Exhibit, Boothbay (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) Adults: $10 Children: $5 Under 3: Free ·Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum, Alna (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) ·Fort Edgecomb, Edgecomb (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) ·To tour the Maine/Boothbay Harbor coast and nearby ocean: The Cabbage Island tours are great--to see the Boothbay Harbor area by boat and have double lobster dinners--good to book ahead. The Burnt Island Lighthouse tour and Squirrel Island tour and Monhegan Island tours are fun. Also, we have local lobster boats and whale watch tours and deep sea fishing charters and puffin cruises which are good to book ahead. ·Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a 'not to miss' for all ages. (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) Melissa has discount vouchers you can buy for $2 off an adult ticket ($14 not $16 for adults/seniors); $2 off a child (age 3-17) ticket ($6 not $8). Check with her, a bit in advance, if you'd like to take advantage of this offer. ·Beaches/Swimming Holes: oThe estate itself: access to the tidal Back River is at the bottom of the property...just follow the River Walk. There is no beach or dock, just unimproved river front...wear good shoes! oKnickerbocker Lake, Boothbay--fresh water lake oBarrett Park, Boothbay Harbor--salt water oHendrick’s Head Beach, Beach St, Southport--ocean beach oPemaquid Beach, Pemaquid--ocean beach oPopham Beach, Phippsburg--ocean beach ·Lighthouses: oPemaquid Point Lighthouse Park: (URL HIDDEN) oPortland Head Light at Cape Elizabeth: (URL HIDDEN) ·Boothbay Region YMCA offers week-long memberships: (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) Regular: $75/week for family; $55/week for adult Seniors: $60/week for couple; $45/week for adult **check with the Y for current rates ·Farm Markets: Boothbay: Damariscotta Friday and Damariscotta Monday; and Waldoboro ·Craft Fairs in the greater Boothbay region ·Just feel like wandering: drive the King Phillips Trail scenic circle (and see the two mansions--Hobbit-style and camouflage-style), or down to Ocean Point or Capitol Island ·To go farther afield, you might like to enjoy Wiscasset, Damariscotta, the Pemaquid peninsula and light house, Rockland, perhaps Mt. Battie in Camden, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park. ·Bringing a baby along? Baby Rentals = (URL HIDDEN) ·Looking for a spot to rest and recover? Try any of our benches and hammocks. Soothing Nature is all around. Sit in our meditation garden (next to the garden shed), on the bench in the cemetery-down the path which starts across the road near the pond, or wander to any of the dozen nearby Nature preserves...see above. Bold Colorful Life and the environs is about enhancing your wellness and joy of life. You'll need a car to get around to all the activities. There is a rental contract for you to sign, which will be emailed to you by the owner, after your reservation is confirmed. Please be sure to give her your current email address. Hers is: (EMAIL HIDDEN) And the 9% Maine lodging tax must be paid with the signed contract and refundable security deposit, since AirBnB does not collect it. Thanks!