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Historic 1940s lakeside cabin on spring-fed pond. Close to Acadia National Park

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Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 485.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Washer
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  • Dryer
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Free WiFi
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Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)31 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center50 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green53 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching54 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Relaxing in every way. Everything we needed, and charming.
Sandra H.
Jun 19, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic 1940s lakeside cabin on spring-fed pond. Close to Acadia National Park

Lakeside rustic cabin on 365 acre spring fed Georges Pond, Franklin ME. One of the few remaining original camps on the lake. Two bedrooms, kayaks, hiking trails, wildlife, fishing and swimming at your front door. Incredible sunsets! Shared fire pit with spectacular star gazing. Close to Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park, and shopping & restaurants nearby.

Please note:: due to the fact that this cabin is just feet from the water, there is no bathroom in the camp itself. There is a separate building that houses the shower, bathroom sink, toilet, and the washer and dryer. The water is pulled from the lake which is fine for showering, washing dishes etc, but not for drinking or cooking. We will provide 5 gallons of fresh drinking water per week, please plan on bringing bottled water if you need more.

This camp shares a driveway with the camp next door. That camp is currently being used off and on but they have their own separate bathroom facilities for their use.

Property manager

Barbara

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Property grounds
Oceanfront - Taunton Bay Cabin
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Swim vests are on site-but all sizes may not be.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be respectful of noise level for neighbors sake.
Please no fireworks. Woods are very susceptible to catch fire. Please also make sure campfires are thoroughly doused.
Septic system is very sensitive, please do not flush anything other than toilet paper.

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 deadlock

About the area

Franklin

This cabin is located in Franklin. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tidal Falls and Kisma Preserve. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters 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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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 50 min drive
  • Village Green - 53 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 54 min drive
  • Shore Path - 54 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 64 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ironbound Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Cheesecakes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Itty Bitty Diner - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Sullivan Harbor Farm Smokehouse - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Timbers - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1940s lakeside cabin on spring-fed pond. Close to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic 1940s lakeside cabin on spring-fed pond. Close to Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1940s lakeside cabin on spring-fed pond. Close to Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1940s lakeside cabin on spring-fed pond. Close to Acadia National Park located?

Situated in Franklin, this cabin is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Abrams Pond and within 9 miles (15 km) of Tunk Lake and Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show. Sullivan Harbor Farm and Spring River Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot, quiet
Relaxing in every way. Everything we needed, and charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was beautiful. An amazing sunset over the lake greeted us as we arrived late Friday. My daughter, niece and nephew immediately went to the dock on the property and started fishing while I unpacked the car. There is a separate area for a campfire which we relaxed at to make s'mores. The next morning the kids fished and I kayaked before we left for Bar Harbor and Acadia. We made it back to the lake cabin to cook dinner, fish and kayak some more and relax. We had our own bathroom cabin steps from the main cabin with a toilet stall, shower stall and sink. It offered privacy and gave a country home feeling. We left the next morning and it was bittersweet. My gripe to myself was that our stay was too short. I absolutely want to come back to this same place, make more memories and stay longer next time. Very relaxing, homey, quiet and felt private while being surrounded by nature. Barbara thoughtfully left us a package of whoopie pies and really made this cabin feel comfortable for us. We all loved this experience, amenities and it was plenty of space for us. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Barbara

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I grew up coming to George’s Pond every summer with my family, and raised my own children on this pond. I loved it so much that I eventually relocated to Franklin from the Philadelphia area full time.

Why they chose this property

The Downeast region of Maine has something for everyone. Where we are located is literally 6 feet away from the lakes edge. There are magnificent sunsets, wild life, swimming and hiking right out the front door. Acadia National Park is a natural wonder not to be missed and only about 35 minutes away ( give/take) Bar Harbor has excellent shopping and restaurants, and there are many boat tours that offer whale watching, and nature cruises Antique stores and small brew pubs are also close by. Several mountain and waterfall trails are within a short driving distance. Natural fun at its best.

What makes this property unique

Our cabin is one of the only surviving original camps on the lake. Built in the 1940s, it retains its rustic charm but still has all the amenities you could want. There is a Full kitchen, WIFI, TV and assorted games. There is a fire pit for toasting marshmallows and telling stories. There are available kayaks, fishing and great sunsets. We are located in George’s Pond Road ( paved) for easy access. Front deck is steps away from the water to enjoy your morning coffee while being greeted by the loons. Where we are on the lake is a gradual walk into the water, with no steep hills or drop off. This place truly is what they mean when they say it’s the way life should be.

Languages:

English
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