Call of the Loon--Cozy, Delightful Cottage on Quiet Hobbs Pond

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Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Hope, ME

Mount Battie14 min drive
Megunticook Lake14 min drive
Barrett's Cove Public Beach16 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1st floor Guest bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 st floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

1 st floor guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Delightful, waterfront on beautiful Hobbs Pond. Enjoy the morning sunrise, on the large easterly facing deck under an Adirondack style roof. Stroll down the walking path to the dock, enjoy the serene views around the pond. Listen to the loons as they call to one another. Time will slow as you immerse into the natural and peaceful surroundings. Indulge yourself in the water opportunities of Hobbs Pond; canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing, or enjoy a walk along the dead end camp road.

The cottage is newly renovated with all the amenities. Feels like new, yet has the charm of a cabin. Enter into an open vaulted ceiling family / kitchen / dining area with hardwood floors, appointed with cozy and delightful furnishings. Large glass doors lead to the spacious deck for outdoor living and water views. The master suite is located on the first floor, and is furnished with a queen bed, electric fireplace, carpeted floor, insuite master bath tub / shower. 1st floor guest bedroom along w / bath room. Upstairs above living space is a carpeted loft bedroom with two single beds. Contemporary kitchen with dishwasher and microwave.

Keywords: waterfront, quiet, charming, cozy, serene, Adirondack, morning sunrise, peaceful, loons, canoe, kayak, swimming, newly renovated

Property manager

Janey Knight

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

With approval of owner, age restrictions apply

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

With written approval by owner at time of signing

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cancellation Policy; SEE LEASE, Article #7

There is a loft and high deck so children under age 5 need to be discussed first for safety.

Must get owner approval first for any pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hope

Located in Hope, this cottage is on the beach. Camden Opera House and Center for Maine Contemporary Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Samoset Resort Golf Course and Savage Oakes Vineyard and Winery. Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hope, ME

What's nearby

Mount Battie - 14 min drive
Camden Opera House - 14 min drive
Megunticook Lake - 14 min drive
Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 14 min drive
Barrett's Cove Public Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Belfast Station - 28 min drive
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
‪Camden Deli - ‬14 min drive
‪The Pour Farm - ‬16 min drive
‪Camden Farmers Market - ‬14 min drive
‪Gypsy Rose Tavern - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Call of the Loon--Cozy, Delightful Cottage on Quiet Hobbs Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Call of the Loon--Cozy, Delightful Cottage on Quiet Hobbs Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Call of the Loon--Cozy, Delightful Cottage on Quiet Hobbs Pond?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Call of the Loon--Cozy, Delightful Cottage on Quiet Hobbs Pond located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Fernald's Neck Preserve, Savage Oakes Vineyard and Winery and St. George River. Shirt Tail Point Park and Barrett's Cove Public Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

25 July 2023

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

peaceful lovely vacation

The property is in excellent condition. Location right on the the lake on a tree covered lot with a great dock. A big plus is the large deck which is great for relaxing and watching lake activity (birds, slow moving boats, scenery). You can even catch some nice sized bass right from the dock. Seems remote but you're only 20 minutes from some fine restaurants. We just needed more than one week,

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 June 2023

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

Amazing deck, comfortable cabin

Every detail was accounted for, bird feeders topped up, cozy lights on for our arrival, very clean. The view from the living room and deck is fantastic. This is a great place to stay. It was helpful to follow the printed directions on the final road, gmaps was not accurate at that point, but we were warned in advance.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

11 Aug 2021

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

Great cabin on the lake

What a great property and host! My family and I loved everything about our week stay. The greater Camden area is beautiful, with mountains right along the coast and many great small lakes, including Hobbs Pond which this cottage is located directly on. The nearby general stores have some necessities and anything you forgot to pack can be picked up 15 minutes away if they don't have what you need. The pond is beautiful. We used the provided canoe and single kayak to explore the 1.5 mile long pond. We brought an inflatable SUP which allowed the 4 of us to be on the water all at once, a truly great experience. The views change as you paddle around exposing changing vistas and the wildlife is great. About 60-70% of the opposite shoreline is all wild and most cabins are set back so the shoreline isn't just a showcase of homes and cabins, you get to see more nature. We saw so many different birds at the bird feeder each day and also saw bald and golden eagles on the lake, along with many loons and ducks. We taught our kids how to fish, mostly catching large mouth bass and 1 small mouth bass. The swimming right off the dock is great. At the time we went, it was approximately 5-6 feet deep just off of the dock, gradually getting deeper as you go out in the lake, no weeds in the immediate dock area. The cottage was very clean and equipped with everything needed and everything worked as expected. The TV works off of a roku box although we brought our own Amazon Fire TV box which worked well. Internet speed was slow at about 6 Mbps but it was enough to be able to stream a show to wind down for 20 minutes at the end of a day or to connect to dreaded work emails. The main bedroom is away from the lake with its own bathroom and there is a small bedroom (one twin bed) opposite the other full bathroom and laundry room. The loft was really great with two twin beds with a nice sunrise view each day. The main living/dining area is great, only beaten out for the best room which is the covered deck. The single lane road in and out is part of the experience. You feel like you are dropping into another world as you descend about 250' in elevation from the main road. Although we went in the prime time month of Aug and most cabins appeared to be occupied, the lake was very quiet through the week, with a few more motorboats on Fri/Sat/Sun. Most days it was very quiet with just people paddling around, exploring the full lake. Can't wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rich O.

12 July 2021

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

Soul-Soothing Vacation

If you are searching for a serenity, quiet, wildlife & the basics of what can make one happy; look no further. After a pandemic it was nice to be reminded to appreciate the beauty of a comfortable & safe place where ppl care. The home is kept very clean w/ all of the amenities you need. We annoyed coffee on the sheltered deck every day along w/ our meals while overlooking the water. It is so quiet minus the wildlife. The dock was also a favorite spot w/ the kayak (or canoe if you chose). Our dog found it exceptionally welcoming as he enjoyed the entire yard and water. The owners were extremely kind and welcoming. They aimed to please us in any way they could. The Hope General Store is nearby and you can gather supplies there. We highly recommend your relaxing stay here, as we did! We thank you most kindly for opening your home to us

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Daniel P.

20 June 2021

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

Very nice cottage with great fishing and responsive owners!

Everything was great except the very lengthy one lane path.

10/10 Excellent

Karl S., Boston, MA

15 Oct 2020

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

Perfect place to unwind

Janey was great. A great location on a pond on a quiet dirt road. The views are amazing. We will be back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary J., Vermont, USA

30 Sept 2020

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

The Perfect Place to Rejuvenate!

My husband and I loved Call of the Loon. So peaceful, tranquil and relaxing on the very large Hobbs Pond. The cabin (larger than “cabin” connotes but tucked in the woods on the edge of the water like a cabin) was very well appointed and so tastefully decorated. We had everything we needed for a weeks stay. We loved having coffee and cocktails on the covered deck overlooking the water. I worked out with my trainer (via FaceTime) on the deck! Plenty of room. We even spent cool afternoons wrapped in wool blankets reading out there and watching the constant comings and goings of the birds to the feeders and listening to the loons talking to one another. My husband also enjoyed being out in the canoe fishing. Janey was a gem to deal with prior to our arrival and met us there to check us in, give the lay of the land and recommendations of restaurants and points of interest. This is a place you’d want to come back to again and again. We highly recommend it!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David D.

19 July 2020

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

Great stay on Hobbs Pond!

Place was great. On a very nice pond. Loved sitting on the deck. Kayaking and canoeing (which were provided). Lots of loon activity. Bald eagle multiple times. Fishing was very good (many 4+ lb largemouth and smallmouth bass). Owner was great too.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

24 Sept 2019

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

Call of the Loon

What a wonderful gem!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven V.

27 Aug 2019

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

Great Place

Great place, great location and very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

13 Aug 2019

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

Great memories

3rd time staying at Call if the Loon. It’s nice to see that things haven’t changed since our last stay 5 years ago. Brought our kids for the first time and they loved it. We will definitely come back again. Thanks Janey and Arlo!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

8 Aug 2019

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

Wonderful

Beautiful property, accommodating hosts, crystal clear lake, stars galore. A throughly enjoyable stay.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

23 July 2019

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

And Our Dog Loved It Too!!!

Our July vacation flew by way too quickly at loon lodge! Our family found the cottage to be beautiful and well maintained! The owners were a delight to chat with and made sure that our needs were met. Most of all, we were able to explore the mid-coast region of Maine; hiking up Bald Mountain, fishing in Hobbs Pond and discovering a variety of fine cuisine, all with our family dog by our side!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristina J., USA

28 Aug 2018

Wonderful place with everything you need

My wife and I have been bringing our two young daughters to Maine for six or seven years now, and this is the first place that my wife said she'd like to come back to, largely because it met all of her criteria. It was clean and thoughtfully decorated. She loved the covered porch with the comfy sofa, where she would sit and read or listen to the loons. We loved the gated porch for our dogs to snooze after a long session in the lake. The bird feeders and abundant activity around them, especially on the hummingbirds, were wonderful. Janey was a great host and found ways to accommodate my family's unique set of circumstances. This is a special place that my family highly recommends.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

5 Sept 2016

What a great cottage!

We had a wonderful two weeks at this delightful cottage. First of all, it is darling inside...fully equipped, beautifully decorated and so much nicer than most pet-friendly rentals. Gas fireplace provides heat; air conditioning removes it, and with climate change, we used both. However, most days were comfortable and breezy...just the way everyone loves Maine. The views of the lake from the deck are beautiful and so relaxing; I already miss my morning coffee there. The lake itself is large enough to provide a lot of interest kayaking, but small enough to heat up for comfortable swimming. And the location itself could not be better. Seclusion on the lake and all the shops and restaurants of busy Camden just 15 minutes away. The owners, who couldn't be nicer, are just ten minutes away and come by to take out the trash and refill the bird feeders. I had never been buzzed by hummingbirds before, but believe me, it's a pleasure you must experience. All in all, you can't go wrong with this cottage. It's a real winner.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey b.

18 July 2015

Jeff B.

Quiet lake house within close proximity to three great seaside towns with good restaurants and shopping. You get the best of both worlds with the woods and lakes as well as the ocean. The owners were great as we got lost coming in and they responded immediately. The house provided a great week of peaceful relaxation with kayaking, canoeing and fishing. Enjoyed watching and listening to the different birds. I highly recommend The Call of the Loon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristine f.

2 Nov 2014

Fantastic Lakefront Home

Loons.. Peace and Quiet! Drinking morning coffee listening to loons, fantastic sunrises and sunsets. Romantic, great location. Short ride to Camden. Kids loved fishing, and swimming!! Homeowners are very accommodating, and willing to give suggestions!! LOVE IT!! WILL COME BACK YEAR AFTER YEAR!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristine f.

1 Nov 2014

CALL OF THE LOON

This cozy cottage is welcoming and inviting. It allows you to enjoy the great outdoors but very close to Camden's night life and great restaurants. The cottage is nicely decorated, fully furnished and yes it has a dishwasher!! Directv, internet. Dock with Kayaks and canoe to just relax on the water. Kids loved the firepit, swimming, and fishing. Owners are fantastic. Very knowledgeable with directions and great ideas for your day trips. Will return year after year. The view is spectacular, and the loons magnificent.