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Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities

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Exterior
Lower deck and dock
Propane parlor stove and TV
Dining Area with slider to upper deck
Kitchen with island
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Auburn, ME
  • Popular LocationLost Valley Ski Resort4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCentral Maine Community College8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBates College8 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities

This lovely lakeside home features three bedrooms and sleeps seven comfortably. There is a large open living room overlooking the lake with a parlor propane stove in the corner and a dining area leading out to the upper deck. The spacious kitchen has a gas stove top, an electric oven, a microwave, a free-standing island, and is fully loaded with all the cooking equipment you'll need. The master bedroom on the first floor sports a king-sized bed and a direct entry to the upper deck. The master bath is newly-renovated, with a tub/shower combination. Upstairs are two more bedrooms containing two queen-size beds and a single, with another bathroom between them.

This home comes with air conditioning (yes, occasionally even desired in Maine!), cable, and wi-fi. The upper deck just outside the dining area connects to a lower deck, which is practically on the water. From there it's a few steps to the dock, where you can jump in or launch the two kayaks provided.

Many people think of a "pond" as being a small swimming hole. But Taylor Pond is a pristine Maine lake about a mile and a half long and three quarters of a mile wide. It's big enough for swimming, boating and fishing, but small enough to be not crowded with large motor boats or jet skis. Although you'll feel like you're "away from it all" here, you are only 10 minutes away from local shopping, cinema, golf and mini-golf. Also within easy reach are restaurants of every variety, from fast-food to elegant. The Bates College campus is also only 10 minutes away. Come enjoy the best of both worlds!

Property manager

Susan Trask

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Moderately-sized get-togethers are permitted. Please check with owner prior to arranging. Quiet rule after 10 pm in effect.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Auburn

Located in Auburn, this holiday home is on a lake. Community Little Theatre and Androscoggin Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Androscoggin Bank Colisee and Roy's Driving Range. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hemond's Moto X Park or Oxford Plains Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Auburn, ME

What's nearby

  • Lost Valley Ski Resort - 4 min drive
  • Auburn Mall - 7 min drive
  • Central Maine Community College - 8 min drive
  • Bates College - 8 min drive
  • Hemond's Moto X Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Side By Each Brewing Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lotus Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities located?

This family-friendly Auburn holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lost Valley Ski Resort and Mount Apatite Park. Androscoggin Bank Colisee and Auburn Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house on a lovely pond
This is a beautiful well-appointed house. It is right on the water and the decks are a lovely place to sit out and enjoy the pond. We enjoyed the kayaks and floats and had a great swim. The rooms are clean and spacious and everything you could need you will find in the house. The furniture is comfortable and the mini split units in each room make it easy for each person to sleep comfortably. The only heads-up I would make to future guests is that there is a real lack of privacy with the owners living right next door. They came over multiple times while we were there, a few times in the morning to do things in the yard, and it was awkward and uncomfortable for us. If you are someone who really values privacy it is an important thing to note
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome in every way!
My family stayed at Taywood Cottage for my son’s graduation from Bates College. I highly recommend Susan and Woody’s home - everything was perfect! The setting is magnificent, the location is super convenient to campus, the home is spotless and the beds are very comfortable. We truly could not have chosen better. I only wish we had found this spot his first year at Bates, We definitely would have stayed here each and every visit. The house is also ideal for a quiet vacation close to Lewiston/Auburn and other nearby towns. Thank you again for a memorable graduation weekend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy lakehouse on Taylor Pond
Comfortable house with deck overlooking small lake. Two kayaks available. The owners live next door and checked in on us. They also helped resolve a problem with getting Netflix etc. via an HDMI cable from our laptop, as the TV is cable only.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view
We loved our stay at this property. The home is cute and cozy and the view is something you couldnt ever imagine. We hope to stay again next year. Thank you both!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2023
The views are amazing. House was lovely and everything you could need. Owners are friendly and stopped over to make sure we had everything we needed. Even with a day of our visit rained out it was still great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
We very much enjoyed our stay at the lake. There are multiple levels of deck to sit on while taking in the sunset over the lake or the views in general. The amenities are nice (grill with propane pre-filled, two kayaks, etc). The beds, furniture, kitchen supplies, etc were great. The property is very clean inside as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the Cottage!
We enjoyed 3 wonderful days at the Taywood Cottage on Taylor Pond! Very clean, very comfortable, and right on the water. Spent hours paddling the kayaks around the pond. Terrific layout for families. Great location - listen for the loons on the pond in the evenings! Owners live right next door and are excellent hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! Especially for college visits
Location is central and the kids are less grumpy as they can jump in the lake after a long day of campus touring. Hosts were wonderful! Trampoline park was worth every cent! House has everything you need and the kayaks were wonderful! Def coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the lake
Plenty of space and a great location on the lake. Susan and Woody were available when needed while giving us privacy. Love having access to kayaks as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a family weekend!
We had a wonderful family weekend celebrating our daughter’s graduation from Bates. Susan and Woody are such gracious hosts. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
Great place to have a relaxing getaway. The owners were wonderful and helpful, and communication was great. The next time we make it to this area, we will be looking to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Syl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful place with plentiful space and beautiful sunsets
Susan and Woody offer a bit of heaven at their Taywood cottage. It is clean, spacious, nicely equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and relaxing outdoor spaces. We enjoyed sitting on the multi-level decks, which allowed us plenty of room to stretch out and to enjoy the lake throughout our stay. The hosts are lovely and took the time to introduce themselves during check in and gave us a brief history about their place. The cottage is ideally located near many in-town attractions yet quietly tucked away from it all. We highly recommend this place for gatherings….we had seven family members staying at the cottage with plenty of space to relax for all. Taywood cottage is top notch! Thank you Susan & Woody for sharing it with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful get away spot!
This amazing spot has all the extras and comforts of home. What a wonderfully relaxing get away. The hosts and the best - so thoughtful in their care and the set up of their property. I can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing spot!
We were here for our daughter's college graduation and we couldn't have been happier to have such a convenient and peaceful spot as a home base. Views were gorgeous, house was easy, efficient, spacious and super comfortable. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan H., Cotswolds UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home perfectly integrated into the lakeside landscape
This is a perfect family home with a lovely master en suite overlooking the lake and two additional bedrooms upstairs sharing a Jack & Jill bathroom. Accommodations are top notch from the towels and sheets to the kitchen pots and pans, everything you could possibly need is here. Susan and Woody were very accommodating, despite Woody having to quarantine due to Covid. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caralyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home!
Our stay was cut short but the property was terrific for us. Plenty of room with all needed amenities. Hope to come back sometime!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I need to give this place more than 5 stars!!!
We rented this place so we could have an early Christmas dinner celebration with family, and it was perfect for that. Besides the fact that it is on a beautiful spot on the lake, we just can't say enough about how clean and roomy and well stocked it was. The beds were so comfy and there was so much attention to detail. We felt blessed to have found it and to meet Susan and Woody. They were so nice and accommodating. We hope we will get the chance to rent this place out for family again some day. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim C., West Haven, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy lakeside stay
We came in to visit with family over the Thanksgiving holiday and this cozy home was a great home base for us to relax and regroup each night. Susan was very available and helpful throughout. She even let us borrow an electric roaster when she heard we’d be cooking for the holiday which made us feel even more welcomed. We had a great stay and look forward to returning. Thank you again Susan!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing water front getaway
We really enjoyed our stay at this cozy water front house. The views from the living room and deck were outstanding, and we were fortunate to experience an amazingly colorful sunset one evening. We also really appreciated the use of the kayaks. Susan and Woody were thoughtful and friendly hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay
I love this lake house! It has everything you need and is so comfy. My grandkids love it. I can't wait to book my next trip out to visit. Thanks Susan and Woody!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great cottage, just as advertised. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place of Peace
Susan and Woody were such gracious hosts! Our trip was an urgent one due to the death of a loved one. They were so thoughtful and accommodating. Being in this peaceful, ideally located, beautiful home certainly made it all easier for the entire family. I would reccomend them!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dotty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific spot
Very nice lake house., great view from the decks and extremely relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Moran B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding in every way
If you are looking for a place on a lake where you can swim and kayak and fish and enjoy the remarkable sunsets, this is the place for you. If you’re looking for a place that is close to the Maine coast and to all kinds of parks, this is the place for you. Susan and Woody not only have a beautiful property, right on Taylor Pond, but they are outstanding hosts. The cottage is comfortable and has anything you could possibly need for your stay. And if there is something more that you need, Susan and Woody will get it for you. They make the process easy from start to finish.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan Trask

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We are Susan and Woody and we have lived on Taylor Pond for the last 30 years. In every season of the year we feel so fortunate to be living on this beautiful lake! We purchased this property next door to us on the pond in 2017 and are excited to be able to share it with others who appreciate being on the water.

Why they chose this property

From living here, we know firsthand the joys and benefits of lakeside living. In the summer, we love to swim, kayak, fish, sail, and take the grandkids tubing and waterskiing. The property faces west and we get the most amazing sunsets over the lake. In spite of the fact that this feels like a remote location, we are only an easy 10 minute drive to shopping, golf and mini-golf, cinema and a variety of restaurants -- from fast food to elegant. Portland and the coast of Maine are within a 45 minute drive and LLBean in Freeport is just 30 minutes away. Are you visiting Bates College? It's a short 10-minute hop away!

What makes this property unique

This home has a charming décor with rustic wide pine floors in the living/dining area and slate tiles in the kitchen and entryway. There is a propane parlor stove in the living room and the house has four zone air conditioning. Yes, even in Maine it's nice to have air conditioning occasionally! There are two outside decks, one just outside the dining area and the other located practically on the water with easy access to the dock.

Languages:

English
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