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The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Camden, ME
  • Place, Mount Battie
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Public Library
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the area

Camden

In Camden .Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Camden Opera House and High Street Historic District. Camden Public Library and Mount Battie are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mount Battie - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Camden Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • High Street Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Camden Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 27 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salt Wharf - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cuzzy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill

Wake to the sound of the Megunticook river flowing by as you contemplate the day's adventures in Camden. The apartment blends modern elegance with cozy comfort. In the heart of downtown, The Optimist Guesthouse is perfect for travelers seeking a vibrant weekend getaway or an extended coastal adventure. The breezy balcony overlooking the river provides a peaceful spot to relax or enjoy a meal. The gym, shared by five apartments, features an infrared sauna for ultimate relaxation. The Optimist Guesthouse is located in the Knox Mill, a historic woolen mill built in the mid 1800s along the Megunticook River in downtown Camden, Maine. Operational until 1988, the mill specialized in producing wool felt. The Optimist's balcony looks over the scenic Megunticook River as it flows into town. The Optimist Guesthouse consists of five apartments, a lobby area, and a shared gym with infrared sauna. Down the hall you'll find our friends at 40 Paper Bistro & Bar, a delicious local eatery. Across the bridge you'll find The Jack bar and restaurant, and just up or down the street will bring you to all of the restaurants and attractions that Camden village has to offer. Being a retrofit of a historic building on a slab foundation, the plumbing is on a pump system, which you will hear when using water.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Gym

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill to the airport?

This hotel is 11.7 mi (22-min drive) away from the Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this hotel.

How close is The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill to the beach?

This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Laite Memorial Beach and 3 mi (6-min drive) from Barrett's Cove Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill offer free breakfast?

This hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill have a pool?

This hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill to downtown Camden?

This hotel is 0.2 mi away from Camden.

The Optimist Guesthouse 1 - Downtown Camden luxury apartment in historic mill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment and location, Ryan is very quick to respond and awesome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holland W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026