Located in Hampden, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Hermon Mountain and The Sports Arena. .This cottage is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Penobscot River and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Cole Land Transportation Museum.
Cross Insurance Center - 10 min drive - 10.4 miles
Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 11 min drive - 10.6 miles
Waterfront Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 miles
Maine Savings Amphitheater - 12 min drive - 10.9 miles
Getting around
Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Dysart's Restaurant - 13 min drive
Dunkin' - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 15 min drive
Circle K - 15 min drive
Dunkin' - 11 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.
Beautiful lake side cottage
Enjoy all that lake life has to offer with amenities like restaurants, shopping, and leisure activities nearby. Listen to the Loons and Peepers while relaxing on the deck near the fire. Head to town for dinner and a movie or to check out the local night life/leisure activities. Suits all purposes. The cottage sits up on a little hill. There is a ramp/stairway down to the water so guests can enjoy the water/kayaks etc. Hot Tub is not functional at this time.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This cottage features designated smoking areas, a playground, and snowboarding nearby. Recreational activities include cross-country skiing nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Ski lift privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Ski lift privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Unit size: 689 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
All we ask is that you do the dishes and put the trash in the outside bins. This is to avoid attracting pests. Thank you very much.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
If you smoke or vape on the deck please make sure the bedroom window and front door are closed. Thank you.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Beautiful lake side cottage Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 39 reviews
10 - Excellent
26
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 39 reviews
8 - Good
11
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Theresa M F.
Dec 3, 2025
Theresa M F.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
C F.
Nov 21, 2025
Nice location with a beautiful view of the fall leaves.
C F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
Nov 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean comfortable cabin
Michael B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shawna H.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The places is comfortable and was well stocked with spices and anything else you need in the kitchen. The view was gorgeous and it was on a nice quiet street.
Shawna H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justteen W.
Oct 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great, very clean and very accommodating with lots of supplies that you may need the outside could use a little TLC but nothing major our only complaint and it’s just barely a complaint is that it didn’t have any of the regular TV stations like ABC NBC so one we were out and about hiking all day and we are baseball fans and wanted to come home and watch the playoffs but couldn’t, but that was minor all in all. It was a positive experience !
We absolutely loved the location of the cottage with fantastic views of the lake from almost every room. It was quiet and we felt safe there. The cottage was nicely decorated and looks to have been updated recently. Gaining access was very easy and customized to us. The owner, Ben, was very responsive to our needs. Would stay there again and highly recommend it!
The owner, Ben, was very responsive to our needs. Would stay there again and highly recommend it!
James
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tami A.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This place was an amazing spot to rest, and take in great views. The use of the kayaks was a huge bonus. It was clean, cozy, the bed was comfortable, the shower was great, and there were bald eagles and loons to see. Ben was immediately responsive to any and all of my questions. I felt very supported during my stay.
Tami A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stanley k.
Aug 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Peaceful setting.
Stanley k.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Deb B.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Inside was nice grounds could be cleaner overall nice stay
Deb B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Adam F.
Jul 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on the water
We had a great stay. The loons on the pond and bald eagles were a great site while out kayaking. The house had everything we needed. Short drives for necessities but still a quiet place to be. Owner was very responsive.
Adam F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marina M.
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and clean
Beautiful cozy cottage. Loved seeing the resident Bald Eagle. If ever back in Maine, would book here again.
Marina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie O.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Maine
My husband and I really enjoyed this property. The house was small and cozy and had all the amenities we needed for our week in Maine. We really liked sitting out on the porch listening to all the birds in the pond. We hope to come back one day and would love to stay here again.
Stephanie O.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shay M.
May 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
I grew up in this area and this felt just like home! The pond is so nice to wake up to right outside your window. Feels like a classic Maine camp.
Shay M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janet P.
Jan 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Frielndy
Very responsive easy to communicate with
Janet P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Todd B., Azusa, CA
Oct 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Stay
Good central location for our activities, beautiful view & quiet neighborhood. Unfortunately the water pressure in the bathroom was an issue.
Todd B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill F., Madison, WI, USA
Sep 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and relaxing
The property was exactly as shown in the pictures. The view of the lake was wonderful morning, noon and night. We appreciated the available kayaks. The host was very accommodating and easy to work with. The only negative comment we have is that the water pressure in the bathroom was very low, especially in the shower. We will stay here agaIn!
Jill F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alvin C., Louisiana, US
Sep 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful view!
We had a great stay, house was as described. Enjoyed outside on the deck, and everything we needed was provided during our time there.
Being from Louisiana, August is HOT during the summer. We loved being on the lake!
Alvin C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fendall F.
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Very cute cottage and picturesque location! Perfect for us.
Fendall F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend
The directions and entry process were easy to follow and the cute place was very clean for our weekend. We went to Bar Harbor tor the day and went to see James Taylor at the Maine Savings Amphitheater. We enjoyed the short commute home and the welcoming sound of the loons on the pond!
Rebecca S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nadine C., West Mifflin
Jun 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Little piece of heaven
My husband and I loved the lake house. It was very peaceful and relaxing. We loved watching the chipmunks play, the loons and the Bald Eagle that landing on the tree in front of us. My husband took out the kayak to explore the pond. The place was clean and everything it described in the posting. When I did have a question Ben answered right away. I would definitely stay there again. Also, loved watching the sunrise over the water.
Nadine C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
May 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great views! Centrally located.
So, what can I say that hasn’t already been highlighted. The property itself is your a typical Maine lake house. It is close to a few amenities like Hannifords and a few restaurants but not too far from Bangor. The interior is completely updated and is stocked as you would expect with top quality rentals. Views are top notch. And Ben our host is and was extremely responsive. This is definitely a place I would recommend If you’re on the hunt for something off the regular market. A+ listing as described.
Robert S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Andrea B.
May 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot
We needed a place that would accommodate our dogs. This worked out great. Nice quiet area. Clean, a little off the beaten path, had everything we needed and perfect for our short stay for the UMaine graduation.
My only complaints: the water pressure, the sudden loss of electricity (something out of a horror movie) which was not the owners fault and the eyesore next door also not the owners fault.
Thank you!
Andrea B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
4/10 Poor
Tiffany P.
Nov 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Not happy
This is not a small cabin in the woods by yourself. It has close neighbors and is not really far from everything nor close. It does not have a usable hot tub though when we booked it, it was part of the amenities. Also there is a dock and some very steep stairs that go to the water. Apparently if the area gets rain the dock goes under water and you have no access to the lake. We asked the host to consider giving us a discount of $50 per night for the stay due to the broken hot tub and the dock being underwater giving us no access to the lake. We got the run around for over a month and the host has refused to work with us on these issues with the house. I have never left a bad review but I would not recommend this property.
Tiffany P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Kartik K.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
It was a very well maintained and fully functional property