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Rustic Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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St. Albans, ME
  • Sebasticook Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Great Moose Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Lake Wassookeag
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View

After a year's worth of renovations due to a devastating flood resulting from a frozen pipe, we're *almost* ready to welcome guests back to 27 Sparrow. We thank our long-time guests for keeping tabs and we're so grateful for your patience. Summer of 2023 brings so many great improvements, including a reconfigured living room, new windows and doors, new furniture, and a whole new kitchen with a full-sized stove and dishwasher! We are so excited to share these changes with you. For for frequent guests, no more drawers that mysteriously open in the night! No more kitchen cabinets that throw things out onto the counter, but still the same rustic camp with direct lake access you've come to appreciate. We're still waiting on countertops, which we expect to be installed by the end of May, but wanted to make our place available for the summer season 2023.

Welcome to our lakeside camp in the heart of Central Maine! Located on the shores of Big Indian Lake in St. Albans, ME, our home has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a large living room, and a newly remodeled kitchen. We've just completed tons of upgrades to take advantage of this quite, comfortable spot to enjoy a fantastic view in a great location for fishing, boating, or just relaxing and listening to the loons call.

There are two bedrooms upstairs; one has a queen-sized bed with a large picture window facing the lake, the other has twin bunk beds with a lake-facing balcony. The third bedroom is downstairs and has a queen-sized bed with a sliding door right out onto the deck.

If you're interested in fishing, the lake is home to bass, perch, bluegill, and pickerel all catchable from shore or off our dock. There is also a canoe and kayaks available for use if you'd like to get out onto the lake.

The camp is about 45 minutes from Bangor, 1 hour and 45 minutes from Portland, and 2 hours from Bar Harbor.

Property manager

Emily Macdonald
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests may not occupy RVs parked on the property. All guests must sleep in the house and may not exceed 8 total.
We have a video security system that monitors exterior portions of the property. Guests may not disable or obscure any portion of this system.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Saint Albans

Saint Albans is home to this holiday home. Great Moose Lake and Sebasticook Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Skowhegan State Fairgrounds and Piscatiquis County Ice Arena.
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St. Albans, ME

What's nearby

  • Sebasticook Lake - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Great Moose Lake - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Lake Wassookeag - 22 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Skowhegan State Fairgrounds - 40 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Colby College - 42 min drive - 54.6 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Restaurant & Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Ed's Quick Stop - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Nettie's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hartland Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rustic Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View located?

Situated in Saint Albans, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Great Moose Lake, Sebasticook Lake and Lake Wassookeag. JW Parks Golf Course is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

Great place by the water

It has a graet view of the water. Very nice place. We got home from ice fishing there and already have talked about staying in the summer
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Very comfortable

This home is very comfortable, very updated and very cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This house sits perfectly within the trees and right on the lake. It was quiet and relaxing, exactly what we needed. Our kids and dog enjoyed playing in the water, fishing, and kayaking. The house is very clean and spacious and comes with all the amenities. Highly recommend this house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Beautiful House, Beautiful View

We rented this property while we attended a wedding. It was a beautiful spot to reconnect with our local family and relax too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darla K.

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

Great place to get away & enjoy time together as a family

We really enjoyed staying here for 5 nights, appreciating the beautiful views of the lake and the beginnings of autumn in Maine. The location was close enough for a day trip to Acadia National Park, a definite "must see" if you have the opportunity. The communication with the owner was clear and timely.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N., Cape Cod, Massachusetts

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

Perfectly homey central Maine

I felt very welcomed and comfortable. It is such a beautiful spot, and even though the neighbors aren't far, it felt very secluded and peaceful. I enjoyed cooking meals with my music playing by Alexa. And I enjoyed a couple of movie nights (after a campfire) using the smart TV. Thank you very much for sharing your family home, and giving my friend and I respite from the world!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Excellent camp

We enjoyed our stay on Big Indian! The camp was well supplied with everything you would need! It was very clean and my kids loved fishing, boating and swimming to the floating dock! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

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

Cozy perfection

It is a sweet little spot on a peaceful pond. The camp is loaded with everything you need, and then some. Everyone from ages 13 to 70 had a blast. And the loon serenades put it over the top.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian B.

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

Short getaway

Everything was perfect, and the entire family had a wonderful time. The house and property were clean, comfortable, and inviting. Though we just stayed put, the owner, Emily, had a binder full of suggestions of things to do and places of interest. The rooms were comfortable, the dining area, kitchen, and living area were cozy and open, and allowed for everyone to do their own thing while close by. There were plenty of things to do on the lake, and we spent a lot of time swimming, fishing, using the paddle boat, and jumping off the raft that was anchored a distance from the pier. Overall a great experience, and though there was ample wifi and tv/media options, we found ourselves spending most of our time either outside, cooking, or working on puzzles. Will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kenneth M.

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

Excellent getaway

The cottage is spacious and comfortable, with a great view of the lake.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

D M.

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

Vacation

The cabin was nice and clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Wedding weekend

Loved the place going back this weekend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

ewa w.

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

Perfect getaway

This is a perfect spot to run away from your everyday life. Very quiet and relaxing. Our kids (7 and 5yo) loved it, enjoyed fishing and Boardwalk in Corinna. House is great and view is absolutely amazing. The gift from the owners was a very nice touch. I definitely recommend it and I hope we well come back to this beautiful place in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

long weekend

Had a great long weekend in February. Plenty of room for 4 adults and 2 kids. We were able to xc ski, ice fish and snowshoe. Hope to come back either during the summer or next winter
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista M., Windham, Maine

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

A cozy getaway

We needed a winter getaway with our 2 kids, and this camp was a nice break from reality! Very impressed with the bedrooms- they were super comfortable and very clean. The kids loved the bunk beds! Nice furniture throughout the whole camp. Very clean, well put together. The whole reservation/check in process was smooth and easy, helping to make a last minute trip well worth it and do-able.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Drew F.

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

Beautiful House w/ Great View!

House was very clean and well kept. Stayed here with five other friends and we were very well accommodated. Lake was beautiful. Would totally recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle D.

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

Hidden Gem

Clean cozy camp on the lake, what more could you ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roshan B.

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

Absolutely Incredible !!

One of the best stay you can ever have. The house, the lake the ammenities, the cleaniness, everything was top notch. We had planned to visit Acadia National Park but we liked the house so much that we spent the whole day kayaking and burning the fire in firepit. They had everything that you can think of. Very well managed property and we made lot of memories here and the kids enjoyed the time as well. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

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

Peaceful getaway!

This lake-side home has a beautiful view, and is nestled in a peaceful location. We had everything we needed. Boats were great, the fire pit was awesome, and we had a great time! The house is even equipped with an Amazon Echo (this was a fun touch!). The upgraded spaces in this home were pretty and had a nice rustic feel. This family has put a great deal of thought and energy into creating a hospitable stay for their guests. The kitchen, and it’s contents could use updating/replacing. Thank you for an enjoyable stay! Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Micah S.

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

Fun by the lake

This place was perfect for our family to spend a long weekend on the water and relaxing by the fire. Nearby apple orchard was fun, and the loons and bald eagle on the lake topped it off.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Becca H.

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

Relaxing long weekend

This was the perfect place for my husband, son and I to relax for a few days after our wedding! Very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful dock, canoe, paddle boat. Very clean and well kept!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

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

Fabulous lake

The lake was gorgeous, especially sundown. It was super easy to check in and we found a lovely note and gifts (including fresh coffee beans) waiting for us. Used the canoe to explore the lake. All the bedrooms had fantastic views of the lake. I wish we had stayed longer and rented a motor boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ronald G.

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

Perfect 4th of July

Could not have been happier with our stay! The house was beautiful, clean and had all the amenities one needs! Cant wait to stay there again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Goldie C.

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

Our stay at 27 Sparrow Lane Summer 2020

We had such an awesome time! The house is beautiful and private. The kiddos had a blast! We made lots of memories and plan to rent again in 2021! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

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

Real Maine

Just what we were looking for for our weekens in Maine. Had plans to go out but stayed right at the property because it was so beautiful and had a great time. Saw eagles right outside the windows. Met some great locals. 10 out of 10 for us!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Emily Macdonald

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The camp at 27 Sparrow Drive has been in the family since the lot was purchased in 1987. Upon initial inspection of the single-wide trailer that occupied the current location of the camp, my husband, who was 10 years old at the time, declared "this place is a dump!" He wasn't wrong, but in the last 5 years, our family has made an intentional effort to make things SO MUCH better while still retaining the cozy, rustic feel of the place. After a catastrophic flood in January 2022, we embarked on our biggest renovation yet, with a whole new kitchen, dining room, and living room.

Why they chose this property

Our camp has an absolutely amazing view of the western skyline, which makes for spectacular sunset and evenings by the fire. The location is quiet, and secluded, yet only a mile from the general store in St. Albans and 10 miles from the shopping center in Newport, ME. We're an hour and a half from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, ME.

What makes this property unique

We offer a completely newly remodeled kitchen, with new appliance including a full size gas range and dishwasher, and fridge and microwave. Your rental includes access to a canoe and kayaks with a variety of sized life jackets ranging from infant to size adult XXL.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests