Lakeside Cottage for family fun

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

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Parking available
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Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

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Somerville, ME

Damariscotta Lake
‪16 min drive‬
Damariscotta Lake State Park
‪18 min drive‬
Augusta Civic Center
‪31 min drive‬
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Update 2025- fiber internet and new flooring! Lakeside cottage in mid-coast Maine with private sandy beach, gorgeous sunsets and fire-pit. Water views from every room except the bathroom. Waters edge is just steps away from the back door. Great spot for kids to wade out into the water giving them plenty of room to play before being over their heads. Wildlife viewing, fishing, sunsets, camp fires, kayaking, SUP paddleboarding, paddle-boating, swimming. Short drive to mid-coast or central Maine (20 mins to Camden, 25 minutes to Augusta, 6 miles to Windsor fairgrounds, 8 miles to famous Hussey’s General Store). Downstairs bedroom with queen bed, upstairs queen bedroom and another bedroom upstairs with two twin beds. Washer & dryer. Fully equipped kitchen, blackstone griddle, charcoal grill, or gas grill. Picnic table for outside dining.

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Jessica

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

The perfect fresh water beach for kids.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside. No cigarette butts on ground.

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Jefferson

Located in Jefferson, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Old Fort Western and Governor Hill Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Damariscotta Lake State Park and Damariscotta Lake. Morse's Sauerkraut and Samantha Smith are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Somerville, ME

What's nearby

Damariscotta Lake - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
Damariscotta Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
VA Maine Healthcare System - Togus - 21 min drive - 18.2 km
Augusta Civic Center - 31 min drive - 28.9 km
Colby College - 49 min drive - 56.1 km

Getting around

Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sheepscot General - ‬15 min drive
‪Rideout's Market & Grill - ‬11 min drive
‪Aunt Gin's Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
‪Harmon's Fried Clams - ‬16 min drive
‪Priscilla's Diner - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Cottage for family fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Cottage for family fun ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Cottage for family fun ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Cottage for family fun located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Damariscotta Lake, Damariscotta Lake State Park and VA Maine Healthcare System - Togus. Morse's Sauerkraut and St George Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

1 Sept 2024

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

Great Escape right on the lake

Beautiful location with many amenities. Kayaks, paddleboat, everything you need to cook. Clean bedding. Right on the lake with a nice little sandy beach. Was our second time here and will definitely return!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph M.

25 Aug 2024

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

Loved this cottage!!!

Our family really enjoyed staying here. All rooms were very clean and property was well maintained. The host was amazing and answered all of our questions. The sunsets were simply breathtaking. Thank you so much!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent T.

30 July 2024

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

Peaceful lakefront setting.

We enjoyed our stay and family cookout, swimming, fishing, kayaking, the pedal boat, and firepit. A perfect Maine Up To Camp experience in a very well equipped cottage on a peaceful pond with loons. A great little sandy beach and a nice dock to fish from. Perfect for our needs.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley V.

30 Aug 2024

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

Memories

We enjoyed our stay at the lake house! It was so peaceful.. Love this little get away! ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

26 June 2024

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Perfect quiet getaway!

My daughter (10) and I stayed here and had a lovely time. Very quiet place. The lake was beautiful, we had so much fun kayaking and paddle boating. The home had everything you could need. Will definitely try to go back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

23 June 2024

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

Family Getaway

Our 7 year old son wanted a getaway to simply swim and fish as he celebrated his birthday - this spot did not disappoint! The owners have clearly put a ton of thought into providing their guests with whatever they might need. A great place to enjoy each others company, and the sunsets are epic!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

7 Oct 2024

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Tranquility

The house and grounds are amazing. The rock steps going down to the sandy beach. Easy in and out with a kayak. The sunsets and stars at night or to die for. The beds are very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked if you’re looking for quit, this is your place.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

April W., Manchester, CT

7 Aug 2021

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Fun Time

We had a wonderful time and loved the small beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

31 Aug 2023

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Loved it!

Loved it here… cottage is so cozy.. and has everything you need right down to the boat and fishing poles… will definitely return!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

1 July 2023

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Time with Gamily

Cozy, comfortable,and charming cottage on the lake. A great place to relax and enjoy nature.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

29 Aug 2021

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

Beautiful lakeside cottage

We had a wonderful vacation at Jessica’s cottage. It was quiet, clean, and a great place to get away to for a week! Jessica kept in contact to ensure our stay was everything we hoped for! We highly recommend this cottage for a peaceful vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

KARYN B.

2 Aug 2024

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Highly recommend.

Nice relaxing atmosphere with everything you could possibly need. Kids loved kayaking and fishing from the dock and caught fish! Lake was clean and quiet without lots of boats making it a great place for my kids to learn to kayak without large boats zooming through which would make this mom nervous. Highly recommend. The beach was sandy which is rare in Maine. beach was sandy! Beach was and sandy,

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryann L.

7 Aug 2024

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Wonderful Relaxing Retreat

We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was thought of and provided. The views were amazing and all of the equipment, kayaks, and my husband really enjoyed fishing. The house was very clean but the carpet was stained, I would suggest replacing it with something that can stand-up to the traffic also the outdoor cushions need to be replaced. This didn't stop us from having a wonderful week just suggestions for the next guests or maybe us next year. Thank You!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dora T.

21 Sept 2023

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

Amazing place!

We arrived pretty late at night so if you don't know where you are going, it could seem a bit daunting. However, the house was clean and ready for occupancy. It was very warm so with no AC, the first night was rough but we muddled through. The view is absolutely spectacular! Oh . ..sitting out in the provided chairs and sipping your beverage as you take in the scenery was the best part of this trip! All the amenities available in the house made staying very enjoyable and having friends over to kayak and eat was cherry on top! Thank you for a great weekend stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

11 Aug 2023

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Relaxing Get-a-Way

We had a wonderful time once again at this small camp in Somerville. It was a getaway for just my husband and myself, and we spent much of the time sitting on the porch, enjoying the serenity and the wildlife, reading a book, and sometimes sipping a cocktail. We did make a trip into Augusta when my husband’s phone died and that was an easy and short trip. The camp feels remote, but it really is not that far from any services one might need. We also had lunch on that trip in Manchester, ME, at the Kennebec Cabin Company’s/Maine Cabin Masters’ restaurant, the Woodshed. We also enjoyed some kayaking in Long Pond and a short way down the Sheepscott River. And as usual, when we had questions, Jessica was very responsive. It was a wonderful week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April W.

10 Aug 2022

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

Great Beach for Small Kids and Close to my Nephew

I first looked for a place on a lake near my nephew as he was dealing with cancer. He had recommended a place nearer to his home but the shoreline was rocky. This place has a small beach which is perfect for kids. Everything you need is there. I wish I could afford to stay longer. Jessica is very easy to work with.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

30 July 2022

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Relaxing, Quiet Retreat!

We had a great week on Long Pond! We enjoyed the kayak and the small beach. I went in barefoot but my husband would recommend water shoes for any Maine pond. I think we most enjoyed sitting on the porch, sipping a beer or wine, and listening to the ducks, the geese, the loons, and watching the eagle fly by. Long Pond is a quiet lake. Quite a few kayakers and some boat activity (saw a couple jet skis and one group tubing) but most of the time, it is a quiet, “enjoy nature” lake. Many fishermen went by and I saw some children enjoying the water a few cabins down. It’s also located close to several mid Coast tourist towns such as Boothbay, Damariscotta, Nobleboro, Rockland, Rockport, and Camden. One day we took the auto road up Mount Battie in Camden (small fee for this at Camden Hills State Park) and enjoyed the views. We then had lunch and explored a few shops in downtown Camden. It was a simple but a great day out and the views were amazing. Check out the waterfall in downtown Camden! The cottage would easily sleep six, although we were only two. The first two days were exceptionally hot, in the low 90s with high humidity, and the air conditioning was appreciated. The kitchen is very well outfitted and had everything we needed. We had one lunch and one breakfast out, but the rest of the time we enjoyed meals at camp. The Internet was very appreciated, although not as strong as home, but it did make it easy to connect a laptop for email, etc. It was a very nice week. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alissa L.

27 July 2022

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Lake Life

What a great experience and opportunity to unwind and reconnect as a family!! Amazing fishing, fun campfires, great time on the kayaks! Jessica was responsive to any questions!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

19 July 2022

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Absolutely wonderful!

This cabin and location gave us the best week we could’ve hoped for. The cabin is in such a perfect location and has everything you need to be comfortable and more. The kayaks of all sizes and paddle boat made it so enjoyable and we had some amazing experiences with the wildlife. Our host was so kind and attentive and the cabin was clean and well stocked. I will definitely be back next summer. So perfect!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

20 Oct 2021

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Great get away and beautiful lake view

Wonderful and would stay again. Nice property and great location. Close to Augusta and other convinces

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James G.

6 Oct 2021

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Great spot

We loved our stay at this lakefront cottage. we will be back. the kitchen was stocked with everything you'd ever need and the property had all the toys and tools necessary for a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

19 Sept 2021

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

Cute cabin on the lake

We loved our time here! Super cute cabin with a great view of the lake. Access to kayaks was a major plus and we conveniently located within driving distance of some other towns. Jessica was super responsive and helpful!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

12 Sept 2021

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Beautiful spot, fun for all ages

We had such a fun time at Jessica’s Lakehouse! The cottage was clean, nicely organized, well stocked and charming. The kids had plenty to do inside and outside and had an amazing time on the water with the kayaks and paddleboat. Great swimming and nice, private sandy beach. Gorgeous sunsets and water views from three sides. Was a perfect place to recharge and spend time together.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen D., Attleboro, MA, USA

28 July 2021

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Awesome camp!

We had a fantastic week at Jessica's camp. It's so cute and clean and fit all 6 of us very comfortably. Had everything we needed or wanted, including a/c upstairs & down, a well stocked kitchen, and water toys (the paddleboat especially was a big hit), plus the view can't be beat! Jessica is so sweet and accommodating, and she was prompt in answering any questions we had. Would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

1 July 2021

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

Peaceful vacation at Long Lake, Somerville, Maine

This cottage is a perfect lakefront cottage for a low-key, peaceful vacation. It comes equipped with kayaks and paddleboards, as well as other equipment (and sheets), so you don't have to bring it all with you. The birds, squirrels and chipmunks were busy and entertaining while you enjoy the lake view, literally steps from the back door. There are neighbors, but they were quiet and the area js rural. The dock is under repair and, when completed, will be a major improvement. The location is perfect for day trips, we chose Acadia National Park one day and a Portland boat tour another. Try the BBQ at Camo's Smokeshack ten minutes from the cottage. All in all, a memorable, fun stay.

About the host

Hosted by Jessica

I grew up in Maine and enjoy coming back for as much time in the summer as I can.

Why they chose this property

I choose this lake because it has all the amenities of lake life but leaves the hustle and bustle of larger lakes behind! It is small enough to feel safe and private and allows motor boats (unlike other small lakes in the area). Small children can play in the private beach area and although a few boats may go by, they won't be a threat to the safety of children swimming.
The private beach area is unmatched. The water is clean and clear and I love fishing from the shore! The sunsets over the lake make me never want to leave.

What makes this property unique

You couldn't get closer to the lake!

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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