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A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, a living room with a sofa and television, and a kitchen with a stove and refrigerator.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a central island, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A snow-covered landscape with a wooden dock extending into a frozen lake, surrounded by bare trees and a clear blue sky.
A rustic cabin with a porch, surrounded by dense forest.
A cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by snow and trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Eastbrook, ME
  • Place, Abrams Pond
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Graham Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Georges Pond
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Franklin

With a stay at this cottage in Franklin, you'll be by the sea, and 25 mi (40.2 km) from Acadia National Park and 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Georges Pond. .This cottage is 7.4 mi (12 km) from Graham Lake and 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Donnell Pond.
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What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Graham Lake - 16 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Georges Pond - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Acadia National Park - 42 min drive - 32.1 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 55 min drive - 42.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪182 Pizza - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private cottage on the lake

The perfect vacation cottage! Enjoy the extraordinary view and peaceful surroundings of crystal clear water atop a private deck on a glacial rock! This special property on Molasses Pond includes 100 feet of private shore for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or other adventures or quiet pursuits. Great beach area for children with shallow water access and piers for fishing or boating. Easy access to Acadia National Park.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Private cottage on the lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 128 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exactly what we needed! Nice and secluded with a great lake view, and within a reasonable driving distance to Acadia.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ketki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very nice and a cozy stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay along the water
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place. Wonderful dock and lakefront
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

TheSkipster100

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very rustic and in a secluded area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quiet cottage

Had a lovely time staying at Molasses cottage. It was very quiet - perfect for a restful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reiner E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic spot for a quiet get away. Having kayaks to use was awesome. Great views for the sunrise every morning. We drove to Acadia and bar harbor a few times but you could totally stay right at this cottage and still have loads of fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful time. We wanted piece and quite and relaxing and that’s what we got with this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet very relaxing

Great location close to Bar Harbor,plenty of restaurants.Did some fishing but was to windy for kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on the lake. A simple cabin, well loved, so if you don’t need anything fancy, they have all the necessities AND kayaks for use on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zulan P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet place

Beautiful place and great service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is magical. We stayed here in October 2021 and I’ve been longing to get back here and finally made it this fall. We hope to do it again in the near future it’s clean, comfortable, beautiful and well equipped and completely relaxing. Also, the host is super responsive and helped us out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat customers!!

This place does not disappoint!! Quiet and serene. Fantastic fishing and just the perfect place to kick back and relax. Looking forward to a 3rd visit.
4th of July fireworks right on the lake.
Firepit made for smores .
Welcoming cabin 😀
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ed d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The cabin was nice and so was the area. We really enjoyed the time at the lake there as well. Sunrises were very pretty and the kayaking was fun. We appreciate the memorable visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francine I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect nostalgic getaway. Cozy cottage had everything you could need. Lots to do in the area but I would have been content to just take in the pond view and listen for the loons. We really didnt want to leave! Hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage on the shore of a pond near Acadia National Park.The cottage is well equipped with everything necessary for short stays and it is very cozy and comfortable, up to 5 people. Furnitures are not new, but everything works and gives the feeling of being out in the Woods. The location is amazing and it allows to great dawns and sunsets on the pond.Ideal for lazy days, we would absolutely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jared B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Check in was easy and the host gave great directions to the cottage which was helpful as cell service in this area is poor. The cottage was accurately described and is very well stocked with almost everything you can think of besides the actual food for your trip. Felt very much like we were staying at a family cottage. The view from the dock was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Exactly what our family was looking for. A quiet lakeside getaway close to Acadia. Cabin was rustic and clean. Lake was gorgeous. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August Escape

Great location to disconnect and unwind. Beautiful waterfront views
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, quiet and much needed quiet

Reading by the woodstove and enjoying the incredible platform patio on the rock or our favorite things to do at this camp.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is right on the lake and has grilling and kayaks which the kids loved. Property manager Mike was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

What a wonderful place and the owners where the best help had everything you needed and all the information on the wall thanks a million see you soon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views/relaxing stay

My parents and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We spent 2 days and 3 nights here during our trip to Acadia National Park. We couldn’t have chosen a better place for our stay. It was in a beautiful location, right on the water. My dad and I had our coffee out on the dock every morning. If we ever make our way up to Maine again (we’re from Saratoga, NY), we will definitely be looking to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was extremely remote and peaceful- exactly what we were looking for. As previous reviewers have said the furniture does need replacing and it could use a deep cleaning; however we knew we were renting a rustic camp so we were not surprised. We did enjoy our stay - fishing was great (caught a 2' pickerel!). We also had an issue that I called the property manager about and he responded immediately - much appreciated! A few tweaks and this place would be perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Wonderful little cottage. It was a special time. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Beautiful lake, so quiet. We hope to come back one day 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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