Damariscotta is a town in Lincoln County, Maine, United States with its  population at 2.041 during the 2000 census. It is located approximatley 53 miles northeast from Portland, ME and 10 minutes north of Wiscasset, ME. A popular tourist resort area, the towns of Damariscotta and Newcastle are linked by the Main Street bridge over the Damariscotta River, forming the "Twin Villages." The name Damariscotta is an Indian name meaning "river of little fish".

REAL ESTATE
Unlike reports through national news media, the real estate market in. Damariscotta has slowed slightly. Average sales price dropped only slightly in 2007 over 2006. Average price in Waldoboro for 2007 was in the low $300,000s. ($312,331)  Lincoln County was one of only a few Counties in Maine that its average sold price was higher in 2007 over 2006. Click here to view all Damariscotta ME real estate listings!

EDUCATION
School Union # 74 is located in midcoast maine and serves six communities in central Lincoln County: Bremen, Bristol, Damariscotta, Newcastle, Nobleboro, and South Bristol. There are seven school boards, each comprised of three to seven elected members, and a Union Board composed of the 26 members from the local boards. The Union Board employs the superintendent who oversees the operation of four Kindergarten through grade eight elementary schools and the tuitioning of all secondary school students. The school union serves a total of about 1350 pupils in 2007-08, . The combined annual budgets of the four schools and the secondary tuition exceed $15 million.

RECREATION
There is never a lack of things to do in the midcoast and around Waldoboro. In the summer, enjoy golfing at Wawenock Country club in Walpole, Boothbay Country club in Boothbay, Rockland Golf Club in Rockland, the Golf Goose River Golf Course in Rockport, The Bath Golf Club in Bath, and the Samoset Resort Golf Club in Rockport. 

From the crashing surf at Pemaquid Point, to the quiet of hiking at Dodge Point, to sampling the many hand crafted goods, the Damariscotta Region offers something for all. Known for its spectacular natural landscape, the region is home to a variety of outdoor activities. During the warmer months, enjoy swimming at Damariscotta Lake State Park or beach combing at Pemaquid Beach. In the fall, take a foliage trip on the River Road or the Bristol Road and see the area come ablaze with the changing leaves. Snow enthusiasts can find cross-country skiing, ice fishing and snowmobiling. And during any season, hiking one of our several nature trails brings you an appreciation for our natural beauty.