Waterfront Great Pond Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Deck!

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Great Pond Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | Steps to Enter | 1,600 Sq Ft

Living Room | 1st Floor | Central A/C + Heating | Wet Bar

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Great Pond, Maine

Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)60 min drive
Darling's Waterfront Pavilion62 min drive
Cross Insurance Center64 min drive
University of Maine78 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

The living is easy at this beautifully designed, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental cottage in Great Pond. Nap in the hammock by the shore, grill on the expansive furnished deck, dine on the screened-in porch, lounge by the gas fireplace, and soak in the hot tub — all while the little ones have a blast playing in the treehouse-like loft. Make memories of fishing on the spring-fed lake, stocked with trout, and roasting hot dogs or marshmallows around the fire pit!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Dogs Welcome w/ Fee | Trout-Stocked Lake On-Site | Boat Dock | Screened Porch w/ Lake Views | Located in Great Pond, Maine

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Hot tub, deck, gas grill, fire pit, hammock, canoe, paddle boat, commercial-grade raft, patio set, beach chairs/towels
INDOOR LIVING: Gas fireplace, electric fireplace, jetted tub, wet bar, flat-screen TV w/ DVD player, telescope, cathedral ceilings, hardwood + stone floors, Bluetooth speakers
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishware + flatware, trash bags + paper towels, complimentary spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, iron/board, central A/C + heating, towels/linens, hair dryer
FAQ: Steps to enter, quiet hours (after 11:00 PM), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Mount Desert Narrows (44 miles), Schoodic Mountain (47 miles), Acadia National Park (48 miles), Bar Harbor (53 miles), Schoodic Point (57 miles)
AREA ATTRACTIONS: Maine Forest and Logging Museum (36 miles), Old Town Museum (40 miles), Page Farm & Home Museum (44 miles)
NEARBY CITIES: Ellsworth (33 miles), Bangor (35 miles), Old Town (40 miles)
AIRPORT: Bangor International Airport (37 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 11:00 PM
- NOTE: The property requires steps to enter and a ladder is required to access the loft

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chemo Pond and Abrams Pond, while Maine Forest and Logging Museum and Collins Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.

Great Pond, Maine

What's nearby

Darling's Waterfront Pavilion - 62 min drive
Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 63 min drive
Cross Insurance Center - 64 min drive
Bangor Mall - 67 min drive
University of Maine - 78 min drive

Getting around

Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mace's Snack Bar & Grille - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Great Pond Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Deck! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Great Pond Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Deck!?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Great Pond Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Deck!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Great Pond Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Deck!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Great Pond Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Deck! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 32 miles (52 km) of Chemo Pond, Beech Hill Pond and Abrams Pond.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Leah M.

16 June 2024

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

Nice, but remote

Nice stay, we enjoyed our stay. The location is unique and enjoyable, but be aware that the locarion is quite remote and there is limited phone service on the property. Also, the water heater does not keep up with hot water demands if there are a lot of people needing water. Overall, we were glad we chose this house because it was a very nice setting. Our family loved the hot tub and the very large pond.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Inna

15 Nov 2023

A dream family vacation

This was truly a dream.My parents, my little pup and I spent an amazing week at the Great Pond retreat in July.. We got very lucky with the weather . The house had everything we could’ve ask for and more. It was set up with love and we could tell the owners put a lot of thought into every detail. Gene was very responsive and helpful.We all relaxed and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings.We loved it so much that immediately after getting home we booked the house for the next year’s summer vacation.

8/10 Good

Steven K., Battle Ground

25 Oct 2023

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

Fabulous setting and comfortable home

A great place to stay with so many amenities, a high quality home on a gorgeous remote lake setting. The biggest surprise was a 1500+ pound bull moose running full speed crashing through the forest. The fall colors were just starting along with impressive sunrises. The listing should emphasize remote area with no cell phone coverage. There is wifi, but spotty...email is fine. The house has a land line but no long distance capability for inbound/outbound calls. A member of our party was seriously injured on the property. In the emergency we reached the county sherriff, who then summoned emergency services (arrived one hour later). The situation was made worse by having to drive 15 minutes to find cell phone service in order to coordinate additional ongoing assistance to our injured party. The generosity of the owner during and after the emergency was exceptional and appreciated. This is a great young family get away or for a romantic getaway but future renters should communicate closely with the owner if you have any reservations about renting a remote property. Additionally, the listing should explain when the dock is stored on shore. We learned after making our final lease payment that fishing dramatically closes to many species on October 1. Our stay was negatively affected by this when we had expected a two-week fishing experience from Washington state to remote Maine. Although our stay was marred by an emergency, I highly recommend this property. We loved it.

Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger S., Omaha

27 Sept 2023

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

Fall visit

This property is very nice and as advertised! We had a great visit. The kitchen is as well equipped as any vrbo I've experienced. I note that google maps sent us to a property down the road based on the address provided, but we figured it out.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

24 Sept 2023

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

Honeymoon Getaway

We had a great stay. The access to water, nature, and a secluded oasis was the much needed break we needed. Property had all the amenities inside that we needed. It was extremely quiet and dark outside in evening. It was very easy to get rest. The property was slightly not as pictured due to seasonal change for some of it but the hot tub was different than the one pictured and the cabin has shed a bit since pictured. The cottage did have a lot of character and we would book again. The location an hour from Airport in Bangor, Ellsworth, and Acadia National Park made it a great location once you figure out which driveway it is down. Did try to reach out to host with no luck, but we were able to figure it out on our own. We were away from it all, but could easily get where we wanted to go, so all in all a great trip!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

23 Sept 2023

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

Hanging on Great Pond

I stayed with my hubby my son and his family and we all absolutely enjoyed it all. It was a beautiful property enjoyed sitting and enjoying that great fire pit and pond. Was the perfect place to get the R&R that we were looking for. Our 3 year old grandson had a grand time at the pond. He caught his first fish a great time. Thank you....Debbie

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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8/10 Good

Trudi

6 July 2023

Remote luxury on a clear Maine Lake

The house was everything pictured and more. It's well-established, but very modern. Although the weather was cold and windy part of our visit, we felt comfortable and relaxed. The lake is pristine and my grandson loved taking the paddle boat out with his grandpa. The landscaping was really luxurious and planted carefully to grow in place for the future. Hummingbirds entertained us from our seat in the hot tub and the floral fragrance was an added bonus. The kitchen is well equipped, and the appliances including a gas range were perfect. The beds were comfortable, but the loft space was so small our grandson at 5'4" couldn't stand upright. The bathroom is a little outdated with a spa garden tub and a shower stall as opposed to a larger shower and smaller more usable tub. The drive to the house is a couple of miles off the beaten path, yet the road is fully occupied with landowners and rental houses. It's a nice neighborhood, though quite remote, which is what we wanted.

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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

6 July 2023

A little piece of Heaven

This house has everything! Beautiful quiet lake! We enjoyed our time and the hot tub was amazing!

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

9 June 2023

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

A little piece of Heaven

This house has everything! Only an hour drive from Acadia. Lake is peaceful! Enjoyed the relaxing hot tub while listening to the loons on the lake! Definitely will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

15 May 2023

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

Amazing Getaway

The property was as advertised. It is a beautiful cabin hidden in an amazing spot. The water access was great, kids loved the paddle boat, fishing off the pier, and swimming in the pond. There is nothing that I would change. Thank you for letting us stay at your house.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Connie

27 Oct 2022

Cozy cabin

The cabin is so comfortable with all amenities. We walked the Long Pond road and enjoyed reading in the main room with a nice fire going. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t great so we couldn’t use the lake, but we loved our stay!

8/10 Good

Jerry D.

11 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Amazing views

I don't know how the check in process usually occurs and maybe this was a fluke experience but I had not gotten a single message from VRBO or the property manager from day 1 of booking. I was expecting a full detailed check in process but got silence for months. My wife and I searched the area for 45- 60 min and finally met with a resident on the lake (very nice woman) who also agreed it was unacceptable that we got no special instructions especially on how to find the cabin. She was very courteous and led us to the cabin a short distance away. Once there, the cabin and experiences were amazing . We spent a lot of time at the lake and the sunroom. Bluetooth speakers in the home were very nice and easy to connect to. Cabin was fully stocked and well updated. Overall we would definitely revisit. Serenity 👌

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

2 Oct 2022

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

September stay

Beautiful yard and view/ access to lake. Love the cottage, very comfortable, quiet and private.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

27 Sept 2022

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

Perfect getaway

This was hands down the best vacation property we’ve ever rented! The house and grounds are even nicer in person than they are in the pictures. The lighting and the decor are a total vibe. The lake is stunning, especially the loons serenading us each night. The home has a ton of character and is extremely well loved. We appreciate that so much more than corporations owned renral properties that have no love or character to them. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us! Our stay was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

9 Aug 2022

Peaceful Cottage

We enjoyed our stay! The house was well equipped with everything we needed. Well thought out extras and wonderful design outside and inside. The area is quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed listening to the loons and the serenity of nature. If you want a place to get away and reset this is the place! Close enough to take day trips to Acadia, Bar Harbor, or Lubec. Also enough to keep you entertained at the cottage so no need to leave!

10/10 Excellent

emily p.

30 July 2022

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

Wonderful serene lake front family vacation

We absolutely loved our stay. House was beautiful, lake was quiet, private and pristine. Couldn’t have asked for more! Kids and adults had a great time

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

shawn b.

23 June 2022

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

Absolutely Beautiful

The place is even more beautiful than the photos. Be prepared to drive for an hour plus to get to civilization but to us it was totally worth it. The place was very clean, well supplied and comfortable. The lake is amazing and the grounds are well thought out and nicely done.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

17 June 2022

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

Peaceful Stay

My partner and I had an amazing time at this home. The location was a big draw for us and did not disappoint. The home, including the incredible outdoor space, was so calm and peaceful. The lake was beautiful, and we (and our dog!) enjoyed swimming and paddle boating on it. The hot tub was a great way to wind down, as was the indoor jacuzzi. The host, Gene, was very responsive and really ensured that the home had all that you need (just get groceries beforehand!). Loved our stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby-Lyn S.

12 June 2022

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

Peaceful

This rental was so quiet and peaceful. The pond was great for kayaking and fishing. There was plenty to do on site without needing to leave. The landscape and flowers were beautiful! Definitely bring what you need, as it is tucked away from stores and restaurants. Overall, this is a wonderful place to take your family for a few days to unwind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Patti Caruthers

24 Oct 2021

Wonderful Autumn Getaway at Great Pond Cottage

The property is beautiful and the cottage was clean and well appointed. The area is so quiet and the color change just made it all the more amazing. The views were stunning. It was the perfect spot to spend the week in Maine, allowing us to travel to lots of areas including Acadia, hike and take in nature, and also enjoy a cup of coffee and drink in the restorative peace of Long Pond and the surrounding woods. The perfect trip!

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

7 Oct 2021

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

Better then expected!

Very private yard with beautiful view. I would visit again. I was not prepared for no tv (just DVD) but it was so nice didn't miss it. otherwise the house was well equipped and modern. Very comfortable and clean. Yard is full of chipmunks. Bring some unsalted nuts and snacks for them!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey Y.

27 Sept 2021

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

Awesome house

House is really nice and the location on the prestine lake is great. Property manager couldn't have been more accommodating. And the fishing wasn't bad... Will definitely come back here. Just note it s 23 miles to the nearest Dunkins, so bring your coffee!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

29 Aug 2021

Perfect Vacation

My husband and I started coming to Maine 10 years ago on our Honeymoon and fell in love with it. Since then we’ve come back almost every year with our kids, staying at all different vacation rentals. I have to say, although we’ve never had a bad experience, this lake house by far was the best! Everything about it was perfect for us. The house itself was so much like a home, with everything you could ever need for the week. It’s so beautifully decorated and comfortable. The outside was absolutely amazing with the lake and all the outdoor seating. We had so much fun fishing, paddling around on the peddle boat and raft. My favorite part was listening to all the loons. There were so many of them on this lake! You really don’t even need to leave. We did go to Schoodic point to go hiking and see the less crowded part of Acadia - which was maybe an hour drive. We are big hikers so we also hiked Chick Hill (the real hiking trail - not the road) for our second time. Mariaville falls is right down the street from this house which we found a few years ago and it is so beautiful there! A short hike to the falls with lots of fish and a little swimming hole for the kids. One of the best parts of this home is the owner, Gene. He was so helpful and on top of everything. He loves his property so much and you can tell he really cares to make it just as enjoyable for others. Thank you so much for sharing this home!

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

7 Aug 2021

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

A secluded getaway

If you are looking for a quiet getaway, away from the craziness of the world, this is it. Immaculate inside and our. Loved hearing the Loons and relaxing on the lake, hottub and hammock. About an hour from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

26 June 2021

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

Our 2nd stay here - just as fabulous as the first time we were here!

This has become our kickoff to summer once the kids are done with school. House is immaculate and has everything you need. The neat reading nook, beautiful deck by the lake and loft make it unique. Our boys love catching fish off the dock and our little dog even got the sent of a rabbit who visited us one morning (but she missed actually seeing it).

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021