FAQs & policies

Answers to the questions our guests ask most about The Helm House.
How do I reserve a room at The Helm House?
Choose your dates and guests in the reservation box and select Reserve your stay. You will see availability and the total price for your dates before anything is confirmed, at the best available rate with no booking fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Helm House?
At The Helm House, check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM.
Is The Helm House pet friendly?
The Helm House does not accept pets.
Is parking available at The Helm House?
Yes — The Helm House offers free parking for guests.
Does The Helm House have Wi-Fi?
Yes — free Wi-Fi is available at The Helm House.
Is breakfast included, and is there a restaurant at The Helm House?
At The Helm House, there is a restaurant on the property and there is a bar with a happy hour.
What is in the rooms at The Helm House?
Rooms at The Helm House include heating, in room bluetooth speaker, queen beds, Wi-Fi video call ready, fireplace in room and Wi-Fi high speed.
Does The Helm House have a pool or spa?
Yes — The Helm House offers spa.
Is The Helm House a good fit for families?
Yes — The Helm House is family friendly.
Where is The Helm House?
The Helm House is in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. The Map page shows the exact spot.
What is there to do around The Helm House?
Guests at The Helm House can enjoy hiking, fishing and sailing.
What are the hours at The Helm House?
At The Helm House: quiet hours: 10 pm-7 am daily.
What fees should I know about at The Helm House?
The Helm House lists these charges: smoking fine: $500.
What should I know before I book at The Helm House?
At The Helm House: early check-in offered; late check-out offered; free parking; Free Wi-Fi; deposit refundable; free cancellation until: 60 days before arrival; minimum check-in age: 30; credit card required; smoking allowed: no; parties / events allowed: no; housekeeping: on request.
How far is The Helm House from the airport?
From The Helm House, Knox County Regional Airport is about 30 miles away and the nearest major airport, Portland International Jetport, is about 37 miles away.
Is there public transportation near The Helm House?
Yes — the nearest public transit stop is about 190 ft from The Helm House.
Is The Helm House close to the water?
Yes — The Helm House is within 1.9 miles of the coast.
What time zone is The Helm House in?
The Helm House is on Eastern time — check-in and check-out times on this page are local times.
Can I see photos of The Helm House?
Yes — the Gallery page has 93 photographs of The Helm House, and the Rooms, Dining and Amenities pages show the photos that belong to each.
How will I know my reservation at The Helm House is confirmed?
Once you complete your reservation, we send your confirmation to the email address you entered — keep it as your record. If you choose to connect the inbox that email arrives in, the confirmation is recognised automatically; that connection is read-only and can be removed at any time.
Are the rates on this page the best available?
Yes. Reserving directly gives you our best available rate for your dates with no booking fees, and the total price is shown before you confirm.
Policies at a glance
Hours, check-in & check-out
- Check-in from: 3:00 PM
- Check-out by: 10:00 AM
- Quiet hours: 10 pm-7 am daily
Fees
- Smoking fine: $500
Policies & good to know
- Early check-in offered: yes
- Late check-out offered: yes
- Free parking: yes
- Free Wi-Fi: yes
- Deposit refundable: yes
- Free cancellation until: 60 days before arrival
- Minimum check-in age: 30
- Credit card required: yes
- Smoking allowed: no
- Parties / events allowed: no
- Housekeeping: on request
- Quiet Hours
Reserve your stay
Choose your dates and confirm your stay at The Helm House at the best available rate, with no booking fees.
Rates shown are indicative and confirmed at checkout. Availability and total price for your dates are shown before you reserve.