Vacation Home with private lake frontage- Great Summer or Fall Getaway!!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Swanville, ME

Swan Lake
1 min walk
Swan Lake State Park
16 min drive
Belfast Harbor
20 min drive
Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
52 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This vacation home is situated on the East side of Swan Lake, and offers a beautiful view of the lake, along with 100 feet of lake frontage. There are two bedrooms, both with queen size beds and spacious cedar closets. The home was completely renovated in 2016, to include an updated bathroom with a full size shower and generous storage for towels and bathroom supplies. The living room overlooks the lake, has a cozy propane fireplace and 43 inch Smart TV and wireless internet. The mudroom/entryway has a built in washer and dryer and comfy reclining love seat. The galley kitchen, which overlooks the lake, is fully equipped and the adjacent dining area comfortably seats 6. Cooking and eating utensils, as well as bed and bath linens are provided. Outside, there is a patio with lawn furniture a Weber gas grill, and the private lake frontage is accessible by stairs. There is a new 40 foot aluminum dock, and kayaks are available for use at your own risk. This rental has all the comforts of a year round home with breathtaking views from the house, outside patio and shore.
The home is less than 2 miles from a local grocery store, and just15 minutes from Belfast.

Property manager

Julie Morse

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Belfast

Located in Belfast, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Belfast Armistice Bridge and Fort Knox State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Penobscot Marine Museum and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Coyote Moon and Perry's Nut House. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

Swanville, ME

What's nearby

Swan Lake - 1 min walk
Swan Lake State Park - 16 min drive
Belfast City Park - 19 min drive
Northern Lights Gallery - 20 min drive
Belfast Harbor - 20 min drive

Getting around

Belfast Station - 17 min drive
Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪Highland Blueberry Farm - ‬24 min drive
‪Schoodic Guide Service - ‬15 min drive
‪Maddie's Place - ‬23 min drive
‪Morse's Seafood - ‬4 min drive
‪Monroe Country Store - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation Home with private lake frontage- Great Summer or Fall Getaway!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vacation Home with private lake frontage- Great Summer or Fall Getaway!! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation Home with private lake frontage- Great Summer or Fall Getaway!! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation Home with private lake frontage- Great Summer or Fall Getaway!! located?

This Belfast holiday home is on the beach, steps from Swan Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swan Lake State Park and Penobscot Marine Museum. Belfast Armistice Bridge and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

3 Sept 2024

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

Nice Reprieve

The setting is quiet and beautiful. The home is emasculate, with everything you need, and the hosts are wonderful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

18 Aug 2024

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

Sweet getaway

The home and property are amazing! We’ve stayed at several rentals and this one is at the top. It’s clean, well maintained, stocked with the essentials and super relaxing I Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the Belfast area.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

11 Aug 2024

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

Very relaxing environment

Very well maintained property, exceptionally clean. Great view of the lake and a very quite location. A well stocked store was just a few minutes away. Short drive to a variety of restaurants and things to do.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

3 Aug 2024

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

The perfect Maine lake house!

If you’re thinking about renting this house do it!! The house was amazing!! The views from the windows of the lake are breathtaking. The house was spotless. Communication with the owner was awesome. Watching the sunsets sitting by the lake were unforgettable. The house is the perfect location for doing some day trips. And it’s the perfect size for 4 adults. If we ever stay in this area again we will definitely rent this house again. Thank you Julie for a perfect week in Maine!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

14 July 2024

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

Peaceful home on beautiful lake

Our vacation this week was perfect! The home is impeccable with great attention to detail. The lake was beautiful, with very clean water for swimming and kayaking. The property offers a beautiful sunset view and is perfectly situated for relaxation and easy day trips to nearby Belfast and Camden. The owners thought of everything in the renovation. We look forward to booking another vacation week- thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

2 July 2024

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

A Slice of Maine Heaven

A home with a 10/10 rating seemed too good to be true, but my goodness does this place deliver. An immaculate location on a pristine and serene lake provided the perfect setting for a relaxing vacation. Being close to vibrant shoreline communities and Acadia NP, we didn't "relax" as much as we originally planned, but the days we did were just what the doctor ordered. The house was spotless on arrival and the kitchen was more than well equipped enough for several homemade meals. We didn't feel the need to use much internet while here, but it was plenty speedy and reliable for our needs. Finally, Julie was a wonderful host and made us feel welcomed and provided for. We sincerely hope to stay here again and highly recommend you do the same.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

25 June 2024

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

Perfect setting!

My wife and I have been staying on Maine lakes for the past 20 plus years, this rental was the nicest we've ever stayed at! Julie was a fantastic host and responded immediately to any questions we had. The property is immaculate, The Yard, views of the lake and the sunsets were spectacular. We brought our boat, The docking accommodations were great as was the fishing! We will definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

7 June 2024

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

Beautiful!

This is one of the nicest properties we have stayed at. You can tell inside and out that it is well cared for. Julie was easy to deal with for reservation, arrival and departure! The house and property were both beautiful.. Great location! We want to come back again and hope to in the future! Thanks for sharing!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

18 Oct 2023

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

Nice Home with a Beautiful View

Nice clean home with all the amenities. The lake view was beautiful and the area so quiet. Close to Belfast which turned out to be a nice town to walk about. Bar Harbour and Bangor were less than an hour so day trips were easy. Recommend this home if you want to relax and get away but still sightsee.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

16 Oct 2023

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

Amazing vacation location

Wish we could have spent more time here and definitely will be back. Property was so clean and had everything you needed! Location is AMAZING! Could not ask for a more peaceful area.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

9 Oct 2023

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

Sister Getaway

Lovely place, beautiful lake, Julie was an attentive, responsive host, and we DID see & hear the loons. We’d stay here again, no question. Lovely refuge & place to relax!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maik K.

5 Oct 2023

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

Gemütliches Haus am See

Das niedliche Haus mit direktem Seezugang hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Sehr cool ist, dass das Haus über drei Kanus inkl. Schwimmwesten verfügt. Die Dusche ist für US Verhältnisse außergewöhnlich gut. Wir hätten uns im geräumigen Schlafzimmer ein breiteres Bett gewünscht. Das Wohnzimmer mit Blick auf den See, bequemen Sesseln und dem Gaskamin lädt zum Entspannen ein.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

25 Sept 2023

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

Quiet lakeside house

We stayed at this property during somewhat of an off-season, and therefore it was too chilly to take advantage of lake and water activities. If it had been the height of the summer, we may have been disappointed by not having a deck or water side door. There is a nice cement patio with outdoor table and chairs that somewhat makes up for this. While this is directly on the lake, there is no sandy beach to lounge on. There is a small stony area where beach chairs could be placed. We wore water socks to get over the rocks into the water. We noticed that there was plenty of storage for families who might have to travel with more belongings than we did. The house is very clean and the kitchen had everything needed to make meals.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheelagh H.

22 Sept 2023

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

Perfect Lakefront Retreat

A beautifil lakefront cottage which was absolutely perfect for our Maine getaway. Spotlessly clean, with plenty of space for four adults. Nice linens, bath & beach towels. Well equipped kitchen. Great space for outdoor dining, kayaks to use on the lake. Even in mid-September the lake water was warm enough for swimming. Great location for exploring Belfast/Camden/Rockport/ Rockland and Acadia. We are already talking about a return visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniele L.

13 Sept 2023

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

Swanville vacation

It was a nice rental for our needs at that time.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

29 Aug 2023

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

Perfect Lake House Experience!

The beautifully maintained home was perfect for our family vacation. The cedar closets, comfortable beds and great views of the sunsets were incredible. We have been staying on Swan Lake for over 20 years and this is our favorite. Nothing is better than listening to the Loons on the lake.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candi S.

29 July 2023

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

Maine Lake Vacation

Property was exceptionally maintained and clean. House was set up perfectly for our party of four. Kitchen was well stocked. Swan lake is crystal clear and many fish were caught from our kayaks. We brought our own kayaks but there were three provided that were in great condition. Photos do not do justice to the lake and the great sunsets from dock. Plenty of outdoor areas to sit and relax to enjoy lake. You also have wonderful views of water from living room.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

11 July 2023

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

Relaxing by the lake

We totally enjoyed our relaxing week by Swan Lake . Watching the loons and drinking coffee while the sun came up . Beautiful sunsets in the evening hours . Our host provided us with everything we needed . The place was like brand new clean . Definitely worth the stay . We plan on coming back soon . Short day trips to Belfast, Arcadia National Park and Bar Harbor along with endless coastal treasures . Great way to get the true feel of Maine . Not to mention eat lobster every day . Can’t get any better .

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith J., Pittsburgh, PA USA

26 June 2023

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

A wonderful time

We could not have asked for a more relaxing time. The cottage is perfect, with beautiful views and a great location. I would give this location and owners ten stars if we could.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

7 June 2023

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

Go to Maine!

Julie’s home is wonderful and cozy. The lake is gorgeous and crystal clear. I loved the various seating areas in the back yard, and wish I had made time to use the kayaks that are available. Highly recommend this rental, and owner. Can’t wait to return!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula N.

1 Nov 2022

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

EXCELLENT

COULDN'T HAVE ASK FOR ANY BETTER VACATION HOUSE. EVERYTHING AND MORE!!! WE WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND TO ALL!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

25 Oct 2022

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

Wonderful stay by the lake

We had a lovely peaceful time at this spotlessly clean and cosy rental. Breathtaking views of the lake. Good communication with friendly hosts. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John O.

15 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful house on lake. It was easy drive to most locations we were interested in. Property man was awesome

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

10 Oct 2022

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

Swanville

Great property great location great owners all around five stars close to everything but yet secluded enough great views of the lake small store up the street for whatever you need I was here mostly for work but really enjoyed my stay and felt very comfortable all in all great clean house no complaints

Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana S., New York City

19 Sept 2022

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

Great vacation house

We couldn't wish for a better house for our family vacation. Everything was super clean, super convenient, and super well taken care of. Julie is a wonderful host, very friendly, helpful and accommodating. In this part of Maine you can make your vacation as relaxing or as active as you wish - we enjoyed both. The house was an excellent base for all our adventures and it's location right on the lake can't be beat. We already miss it and envy Julie's future guests who will get to enjoy it. Thank you!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Julie Morse

I love Maine, especially in the summertime and have owned property on the lake for over 40 years. As a child, I couldn't wait for summer, to spend the summer at Swan Lake, with my family. Swan Lake is a great location for water activities and I especially enjoy watching for eagles, loons and the sunsets are just gorgeous!

Why they chose this property

This comfortable 4 season home is equipped to make your time at the lake a relaxing get away, whether you spend time outside on the lawn or patio, on the shore closer to the water, paddling a kayak, or inside enjoying the view of the lake. There is a grocery store and gas station less than two miles away, so you will be able to easily shop for groceries.