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A Boatload of Books

★5.0Google rating(19 reviews)
A Boatload of Books
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Known For

A mix of vintage and new titles in a coastal bookshop with real soul

A Boatload of Books delivers a charming storefront that makes you slow down, step in, and immediately forget your itinerary among bright and airy shelves stocked with vintage and new titles. A local favorite with a personality as specific as its name.

🕐Best time to visit: late afternoons when the light hits the storefront windows

74 Water St, Eastport, ME 04631, USA

Our Take

A Boatload of Books earns its perfect rating on the warmth of a truly curated selection — every title feels like someone thought hard about why it deserves shelf space. The small review count keeps it in promising-find territory, but for the right kind of book lover, this is exactly the kind of place you tell your friends about.

The Vibe

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Location

Downtown

74 Water St, Eastport, ME 04631, USA

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