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Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat

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Ward Pond, calm water, quiet, beautiful, summer, nature.
A darling circular driveway, filled with blooming perennials, new every week!
Screen house and camp from pond side. Lots of room for lawn chairs in the shade.
Stairway to fun- lower lawn, screen house, dock, waterfront!
Camp Betty's newly painted deck. Enjoy morning coffee in the sun here!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sidney, ME
  • Belgrade Lakes Chain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Augusta Civic Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Left Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Right Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Sunshine Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat

Located on Ward Pond, Sidney, close to Augusta, Oakland, Belgrade Lakes Region, Waterville. Nearby, Belgrade Lakes Golf Club, dining, hiking, museums, shopping, day spas, movies, summer theaters, music camp, berry picking & horseback riding.
Camp Betty has a limit of 6 guests. Linens/blankets/pillows provided.
No campers or RV's, please. Weekly or monthly rental only.

There is a horseshoe pit, outside fireplace with gathering area, space for lawn games such as volleyball, bocce ball, & croquet. Fishing, birdwatching, nature study, walking trails, swimming & boating.

Hosts available for check-in, check-out, and as needed.

Property manager

Emily or Dallas
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Augusta

Located in Augusta, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belgrade Lakes Chain and Augusta Mill Park, while Maine State Museum and Harlow Gallery are cultural highlights. Samantha Smith and Kennebec Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sidney, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • University of Maine at Augusta - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Augusta Country Club - 19 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Belgrade Lakes Chain and within 6 miles (10 km) of Alfond Center for Health and Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Augusta Civic Center and University of Maine at Augusta are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Celeste H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Traditional Maine Camp
Loved the screened porch and the board games and jigsaw puzzles available. Wonderful dock and boats. Canoed all around the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake cabin
Cabin is very nice and roomy. Lots of water toys, games for outdoor fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great waterfront cabin with huge screen porch
I loved
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome visit!
Beautiful setting, perfect for relaxing vacation! We especially loved the back screened in porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
My brothers, my nephew and I fish every year for a week in different places and we have fished Maine quite a few times. This place was in a perfect location to fish different areas. Pretty hot for Maine but we made the best of it. The host came over and met us when we arrived. Great week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Property owner very nice guy, place is as shown online. Great place to get away on a family vacation. Pond water was pretty clean and caught some big bass. Used water crafts provided daily and had plenty of fires for the kids in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camp Betty makes it easy to relax
Camp Betty is set up to make it easy to relax and play in the lake and in the house. There are kayaks , canoes and more to enjoy , the lake is protected by a lot of forests so is not too busy, the water is warm. Inside lots of games and a well equipped kitchen. Not fancy and very comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing at the lake
We enjoyed swimming, canoeing and kayaking on Ward Pond, and fishing too! The cabin was very quaint and relaxing, with a screened porch where we could sit and watch the pond while sipping morning coffee. With 4 bedrooms there was plenty of room to spread out, and a nice big table to gather for games and meals. The neighborhood is very quiet, a great get away from it all place. Dallas was helpful and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camp Betty
Very beautiful setting. Relaxing screen porch. Well supplied kitchen. All the boats you need for water fun. Hope to return next August.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing 3 weeks at Camp Betty
My wife and I rented this property for 3 weeks in July and had a rotating cast of our friends come to visit while we were there. The amazing camp (what Mainers call cabins) was full of charm and perfect for us and our friends. Ward pond is a beautiful and quiet body of water, and the water in the little cove next to the camp was warm, private, and perfect for swimming, floating, paddling the provided kayaks and canoe, and fishing for the sizable bass that live in the pond. The kitchen was one of the best stocked kitchens we have ever found at a rental house, with knives that were actually sharp and plenty of pots and pans. The air conditioning did its job well on warm, humid days, and the screened in porch was perfect for hanging out at night or on rainy days. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family camp experience
This was our fourth year visiting Camp Betty. Our family loves this rustic but cozy camp. We had quite a bit of rain this year but we were still able to enjoy the camp. It is set up quite well so that you don’t feel on top of each other. The large screened in porch over looks the pond and is a very relaxing place to sit and enjoy coffee or have your lunch. There are lots of games and books to read if you need them. Once the weather improved the kids did tons of swimming. We were able to get out on the water in the kayaks, canoe and paddle boat that are all provided. We also did a bit of fishing and frog catching in the cove. It’s a very nice private spot where you can relax in a hammock right down by the water. There a good chance that you’ll see some beautiful Loons! Camp Betty is also conveniently located near grocery stores as well as other retailers in case you need/ forgot anything. Dallas is a wonderful host who is there for whatever you need. If you are looking for a fun but relaxing camp experience, this is the place to be!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey A., Pasadena

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week on the pond
We really enjoyed our time in Maine at Camp Betty! Rainy days and nights cozied up on the beautiful covered porch, plenty of unique books, games, puzzles available, loons calling across the pond, cozy kitchen great for preparing meals…
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet & relaxing getaway
We stayed at Camp Betty for a week while exploring the streams and lakes in the area by canoe. The cabin is on a quiet pond and we found it to be clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
A perfect place to stay. Quiet and beautiful location. Great Wi-Fi and plenty of room made it easy for two of us to work remotely. Really good kitchen amenities. Comfy bed. Thank you, Dallas.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base
We loved using Camp Betty as our home base to tour Maine! We traveled west, north and east and had a great time. Loads of quick trips nearby too. We had everything we needed and Dallas was very attentive to any needs.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September get away
Pleasant week at Camp Betty. Great jumping off point for traveling to other cities and towns in Maine - Boothbay, Rangeley, St George. We only needed to contact Dallas to change out the propane tank for the grill and he was very responsive! House is exactly as described in the write up and had everything we needed for a week long stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Wonderful family getaway. Time spent swimming, catching frogs, boating, reading on the porch. Games to play and books to read. It was big enough that we weren't on top of each other. I would 100% recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Fun
A great summer camp with spectacular swimming in a very clean spring fed pond. The screened in porch was a great place to play games , eat meals and just hang out. The yard was prefect with a fire pit and plenty of space to play corn hole and run around the yard.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best week of summer
We have stayed at Camp Betty for the past 3 years and it is easily our favorite week of the summer! Our family loves this fun yet peaceful getaway. The camp is set on a cove so you feel like you have lots of privacy. We love to sit on the large screened in porch at all times of the day to take in the beautiful setting or watch the kids swimming in the cove. Camp Betty is well equipped for activities inside and outside. Kayaks, a canoe, a rowboat, and a paddle boat are all available for use to get out on the water. There are lawn games to play and 2 fire pits for roasting marshmallows. Swimming in the cove if perfect for small children but there is a deeper area of the pond that we had access to where the kids could swim and jump off the dock. The camp is set up really well for larger families. It’s pretty spacious so you don’t feel on top of each other. There are heat pumps in the downstairs of the camp so you can keep it a comfortable temperature. The kitchen is stocked with most pots, pans and utensils needed to make your own meals. The grill is amazing and we used to almost every day! Camp Betty is also close to grocery stores and others, so it is easy to run out and get anything you may need. Dallas and Emily are the most amazing hosts. Always ready to help or answer any questions you may have. They have definitely created a wonderful destination to relax and enjoy some family time!!! We absolutely love Camp Betty!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family stay
We had a great week at camp Betty! It was the perfect family getaway. Kids enjoyed fishing and paddling around the pond and roasting s'mores in the campfire. Lots of outdoor activities nearby and would definitely enjoy staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cabin with many options for fun at the water with beautiful flowers. VERY comfortable beds!
Check in and check out was easy. It is a very peaceful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time/ great experience
We had the best time! My Fiance and I have a big, blended family. 8 kids between the both of us, then all of the grandkids on top of that. They all got to enjoy the camp as well here and there. Not everybody stayed at once, but there was plenty of space. Saturday was dreary do we had an amazing day on the big porch playing all of the games provided. Everybody loved all the boats provided too. Thank you so much for having us! I enjoy another stay sometime.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Camp Betty is a gem. The pond is so clear and quiet and it was fun to canoe the lake. Lots of turtles sunning themselves. We really enjoyed the peaceful setting. There are also some nice hikes nearby. The cabin is well equipped and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place for family fun!
We spent a very happy week at Camp Betty playing outside in the yard, on the boats and in the water. We loved the front yard firepit, the screened in porch ,outdoor shower, comfy beds ,outdoor grill and swimming in the beautiful lake! Many thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Lisbon, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest and Relaxation
This was the perfect spot to spend a week. Just 10 minutes outside of Augusta and centrally located for a family to gather for vacation. There are 4 bedrooms, a large dining area and a spacious screened in deck. We also had access to a private dock with multiple boats the use on Ward Pond. There is a brand new grill as well as multiple fire pits including one right next to the water. We all had a fantastic time and would highly recommend the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Emily or Dallas

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We are avid gardeners, we love DIY-ing, and our summer properties give us enough projects to last from spring to fall! We have a nice camp neighborhood, with good friends.

Why they chose this property

Dallas grew up in the area, and used to come to Ward Pond to visit friends. As an adult, a property came up for sale, and a purchase was made. The adjoining property became available, so Dallas and Emily purchased it, and named it "Camp Betty" to honor Emily's mother. The decision was made to fix it up as a guest cottage and rental property.

What makes this property unique

The camp has views of the back cove, we named "Doaky Cove." It is quiet and private, and afternoon stretches on for days.Full length porch. Screen house. Hammock. Dock. Sandy swimming area. Sunny mornings drinking coffee on the front deck. Horseshoe tournaments. Campfires. Lazy. Hazy. Crazy. Days of Summer..

Languages:

English

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