Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond

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enjoy beautiful sunsets as you relax by the water's edge

the house from the road -- charming, cottage style

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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136 Roundabout Way, Orland, ME, 04472

Toddy Pond
‪1 min walk‬
Branch Lake
‪28 min drive‬
Telephone Museum
‪38 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Stonehill Cottage is charmingly located on pristine Toddy Pond. Facing the sunset, the house gets lots of daytime sun to enjoy on the deck or down by the water. Dive off the deep-water dock, paddle and swim the clear water, relax and listen to the loons. Indoors, the spacious living area encourages more relaxation -- six double doors open onto the lake view allowing for fresh air and sun into a double living room that provides plenty of room for everyone and a full size dining room that easily seats eight people. A fully equipped kitchen and outdoor grill allow for cooks of all types to prepare meals. Bedrooms include one bedroom downstairs with twin beds and two bedrooms upstairs, one with a queen bed and the other with a double bed but both with lake views. Each bedroom upstairs has its own private bathroom. An upstairs seating area provides another spot to enjoy the lake view. This house is truly comfortable and provides a great home base to enjoy the lake and Maine's beauty. Very family friendly with fairy houses in the yard and toys for kids.

The house is 1.5 miles down a well-maintained, dirt road. There are about six steps down from the driveway to the house that is built into a hill. Please note that drinking water must be brought in as lake water is not potable.

Property manager

Susan Thibedeau

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Portacrib available at house

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orland

Located in Orland, this cottage is on a lake. Northeast Historic Film and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jonathan Buck Monument and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory. Travelling with kids? Consider Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Orland, ME

What's nearby

Toddy Pond - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory - 22 min drive - 20.7 km
Downeast Scenic Railroad - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
Branch Lake - 28 min drive - 18.5 km
Telephone Museum - 38 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
‪Happytown - ‬15 min drive
‪Orland Market Pizza and Gifts - ‬17 min drive
‪Kindred Spirits - ‬18 min drive
‪Abby's Attic - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond located?

This family-friendly Orland cottage is located on a lake, steps from Toddy Pond and within 12 mi (20 km) of Branch Lake and Bucksport Golf Club. Northeast Historic Film and Jonathan Buck Monument are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

19 Oct 2024

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

Perfect Honeymoon

We made Stonehill cottage our home base for our honeymoon, with its close proximity to bar harbor and Acadia national park it was perfect. Not to mention the stunning beauty of Toddy Pond for relaxing days in.. it made for the perfect fall getaway.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful setting right on Toddy Pond!

We’ve been to Maine many times but this was one of our best due to the location and the house.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

14 Oct 2024

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

Excellent property

Amazing property. 3 families went. Each had their own room and bathroom. There is a great view of tge lake

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki Y.

25 Sept 2024

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

Peaceful

What a beautiful place, we enjoyed our stay, wish we could have stayed longer! This home has everything you could possibly need and the owners were very helpful and informative. Would definitely book this place again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

31 Aug 2024

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

Family gathering

Toddy has been a very special place for our family. Can’t beat the fantastic dock for a long run and jump into the lake. And the sunsets are always awesome.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

djm D.

27 July 2024

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

Heavenly

Toddy Pond is a beautiful, clean lake. We had a wonderful time kayaking and swimming off the dock. The house is spacious, comfortable and very well equipped. It is also private and quiet. We had a wonderful time.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arin F.

8 Oct 2023

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

four night stay

My family had a great time at this house. We enjoyed using the well-stocked kitchen, watching movies in the big, comfy living room, and using the kayaks on the pond. It's a very comfortable and pretty house with great views.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

7 July 2024

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

Incredible!

Words can hardly express the genuinely amazing week my family and friends enjoyed at Susan’s lake house. Every essential was present to make our time one of the best vacations of a lifetime. A perfect retreat with all the essentials for water fun including, paddle boards, kayaks,and tubes to snorkels, fishing poles and more. The house was warm and inviting. Our host left nothing for us to worry about, all amenities found as listed. We are grateful to have been able to share in this amazing property and are hopeful to return in future. Thank you!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B., WINCHESTER, MA, USA

5 Sept 2021

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

Great lakefront home

Very clean and comfortable property well situated on Toddy Pond. Many useful amenities for lake-related activites. Great doc for swimming, fishing, etc.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

6 Aug 2023

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

Charming Cottage Getaway

This beautifully furnished and well stocked cottage was perfect for our small family vacation. The lake was easily accessible, and we enjoyed using the kayaks and paddle board. We appreciated how well provisioned this cottage was, as everything from beach towels to puzzles, games and books were available for our use. I loved the peace and serenity of the lake, and listening to the loons call every evening. Stonehill Cottage was a wonderful place to rest, relax, and enjoy time at Toddy Pond with family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shana M.

2 Oct 2024

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

Perfect for a peaceful retreat

This property has a lot to offer and is well maintained. It is isolated and peaceful. One thing to know is that the drive down to the property at night can be intimidating, so it is advisable to arrive during daylight when you first come, otherwise you may feel uneasy. Once you've done the drive once, it is less of a problem. The unpaved road is maintained but still bumpy. Google maps directions were spot on and there are property markers, but if you are "city folk" it will be unusual. The kitchen has everything needed and we were surprised that there were some basic food/condiment supplies left, which we then added to because we weren't aware that there would be anything. We wish we had time to use the kayaks and paddleboards but it wasn't meant to be. Beautiful at surise and sunset. We had a comfortable stay and did not lack for anything. Grocery store in Bucksport had everything we needed as well.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

willow b.

10 July 2021

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

the perfect lake getaway!

what a great find! the house itself was huge and just as pictured, with an incredible view from most every room. everything we could have needed was on site, including all kinds of water toys and floats, and a cabinet full of games for rainy days. susan was so responsive and easy to communicate with. will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

6 Sept 2023

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

Aug 2023

Great location on toddy pond. Very quiet, except for the loons The house was immaculate , very clean.The dock at the laje was great also. It was deep enough to dive in . The dock also came in handy, because i like to bring a 16 ft fishing boat to get around. the 7 mile lake. They had lots of inner tubes a d kayaks were alot of fun too. We hope to stay again next summer....

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L., burlington nj usa

11 Sept 2023

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

Perfect everything

Only good things to say about this stay. Location is great, clean and quiet. The house is cute, beautiful and unique. The decor is very cozy, there's so many comforts included & in great condition. Communication was great & the owner is very accommodating & helpful. We loved firepitting looking out at the pond & relaxing in the hammock. There's wood for sale everywhere cheap. We were lucky to have a hot week in September to go swimming. It was a bit hot in the upstairs bedrooms with the ac only downstairs but we used the fans. We didn't find the remote for the high hallway ceiling fan until we checked out. It was a wonderful 3 nights, we wish we could've stayed longer but would love to stay again sometime, maybe with family members.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Yury C., Spring, Texas

16 Oct 2021

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

Disliked: Communication

Serenity and tranquility

The house is great, well appointed, nicely decorated. It had everything needed. We stayed there with intention to visit Acadia park but we shortened our visit of Acadia to enjoy the lake and did some kayaking instead. We would give 5 points if we had better communication with the property owner. Normally we get owners respose much quicker if something is needed. This time it was over an hour, and in the situation we were in we needed it much quicker. Still we recommend to stay in this place. Also, Google maps does provide right directions to the house, Apple works better, but you need to use direction from VRBO.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

3 July 2024

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

Beautiful pond sunsets

The pond is clean & beautiful, with great views of sunsets & activity on the lake. Peaceful mornings. Love listening to the loons, watching baby geese & ducks & firepits.Loons weren't as active as last year, never saw but heard occasionally,so exciting when we did.Well stocked kitchen.Love the layout of house, for 2 couples it's perfect to have same size bedrooms. We felt that it's time to fix some issues around the house as they're the same as last year. The(white) bedroom doors don't close & lock so the door into the catwalk sitting area would creak back & forth with any breeze. We had to push the chair against it from the outside to stop that. The door into the bedroom sticks so you have to push really hard to close & when opened from outside it's hard, & loud to the person inside. The right side window wouldn't crank open at all so only 1 small window opens for air. The screen doors to the deck don't slide easily, maybe need some wd40 or something to help them slide. When trying to get in quickly to prevent bugs coming in, it's not really possible to close fast behind you. The cleaning was just ok. On 1st day my SIL found a lot of black hair on the shower walls of the right side bedroom. We didn't use the downstairs shower but there was a crumpled up, dried up wash cloth in the back corner of it. Cobwebs around the bottoms of the kitchen appliances & cabinets & wasn't swept under the couches- dust & puzzle piece, all noticed when I dropped something & went to pick it up.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

28 Oct 2022

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

Great location

We loved waking up and having coffee by the pond on foggy mornings. Beautiful location and a beautiful drive to more touristy hotspots. The host was very responsive to minor issues we had along the way.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

11 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful lakeside home

The property was located in a beautiful location. GPS is not very effective in finding this location. The 3 of us ranged in ages 64-84, the steps going down to the house where a little difficult to manuve with luggage. But it was overall it was a fabulous place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

2 Oct 2022

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

Orland

Very beautiful, peaceful cottage. Not far from Bar Harbor and Acadia. Cottage has everything you could possibly need. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

6 Sept 2022

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful, relaxing property on a gorgeous, clean lake. Our family had a great week exploring the area and enjoying lakeside fun at Stonehill. Thanks for sharing your home!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Marcia M.

3 Sept 2022

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

End of summer stay

We love out stay at Toddy. Kids are off the dock before we unpack. Liam and Susan are so nice and respond quickly to our questions or needs. 6 years coming, and I hope we have more.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

19 July 2022

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

Best family vacation experience!

This was an absolutely beautiful getaway spot! We love Toddy Pond but have never stayed at this place before, but we hope to come back! Well-stocked kitchen, toys for littles, easy access to the lake, and shallow areas for the kids to splash. We used the kayaks every day, and enjoyed the peaceful evenings! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kristin r.

28 June 2022

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

The relaxing getaway we needed!

Stonehill cottage was the perfect place to unplug with my family and get back into nature! The home is super comfortable and welcoming with everything you need, including tons of fun toys for littles, for hours of entertainment! The view can’t be beat and we loved jumping into the kayaks and taking a paddle around the pond! The location is perfect, not too close to busy tourists areas but only a short drive to Acadia. So happy we found this little gem in Maine!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Scott W., Canton, GA

26 Sept 2021

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

Relaxing at the lake

Relaxing atmosphere, amazing sunsets

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

28 Aug 2021

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

Toddy

Great place for water fun

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan Thibedeau

As a teacher and a professor, we are lucky to have free time in the summer to enjoy Maine's incredible natural beauty, cultural attractions, local restaurants. Transplants from away (Massachusetts and California), we enjoy the simple life in Maine, where people seem less rushed than in other places, and hope our renters also learn to love Maine, as we do.

Why they chose this property

We live in the Bangor area and have rented houses on Toddy Pond for years. We decided to buy our own and would like to share this lovely spot with others. It's truly a Maine paradise, a place to escape and to relax.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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Bedroom 2

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3 bathrooms

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Bathroom 3

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