Let nature wash away your stress on Schoodics’ crystal clear and spring fed lake

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Cabin

Watch the sun set and the Milky Way appear in comfortable aged deck furniture

Full size pullout sofa with add’l foam top tucked in closet for extra padding.

Pull out sofa separated from lakeside bedroom by a room divider and curtain

Sharper Image massage chair: rolling, kneading, vibrating, pointing, tapping.

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 655.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Schoodic Lake, ME

Schoodic Lake
7 min drive
Sebec Lake
44 min drive
Pleasant River
47 min drive
Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal)
65 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Screened in Porch with skylights

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Camp MyOwn offers simplistic living with all the amenities needed. The large deck sits right on the water of this spring-fed lake, touted to be 2nd cleanest in Maine. Watch the fisherman at dawn. Be awakened by the song of Loon. Nearby: Wildwoods restaurant with home cookin' and sometimes live music. Hike Mount Katahdin just 30 miles away, bring your boat and mountain bikes, propane BBQ provided. This place is the best-kept secret in Central Maine. Sure to become your favorite retreat. Swimming in this lake will be the highlight for years to come!

Property manager

Patti Theall

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Lake view

Similar properties

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Spectacular Mount Katahdin Views from the all glass front,oversized deck&patio.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets welcome!!!

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brownville

Located in Brownville, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Schoodic Lake and Sebec Lake, while Woodlawn Museum and Center Theatre Inc. are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like wildlife walks.

Schoodic Lake, ME

What's nearby

Schoodic Lake - 7 min drive
Sebec Lake - 44 min drive
Pleasant River - 47 min drive
Peaks-Kenny State Park - 63 min drive
Gulf Hagas - 75 min drive

Getting around

Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wildwoods - ‬5 min drive
‪Tough Nickel Bistro - ‬23 min drive
‪The Red Moose - ‬25 min drive
‪Wildwoods Trailside Cabins, Lodge & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Robinson Fuel Mart - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Let nature wash away your stress on Schoodics’ crystal clear and spring fed lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Let nature wash away your stress on Schoodics’ crystal clear and spring fed lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Let nature wash away your stress on Schoodics’ crystal clear and spring fed lake?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Let nature wash away your stress on Schoodics’ crystal clear and spring fed lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Schoodic Lake and within 16 miles (25 km) of Sebec Lake and Pleasant River. Woodlawn Museum and Gulf Hagas are also within 32 miles (52 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

29 July 2024

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

Back to my childhood

Reminds me of 50 years ago going to our camp as a teenager. Gives us great pleasure to show and teach our 5 granddaughters the joy of family as we say i maine"the war life should br:

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Joni W.

22 July 2024

Liked: Location

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

Bit Deceptive

Upon my arrival it took me over an hour to gain access to the property as the host provided the incorrect keylock combination and was unreachable for sometime, through multiple forms of communication. Entering the cabin I was met with a large pile of sawdust in the middle of the carpet, which the owner told me to vacuum up. There was also a damaged lamp, the shade was torn almost completely in half. There was trash in the barrels in the kitchen and the bathroom. Which by the way is not even located in the cabin. It is located in a shed next to the dirt driveway. The amenities list a washer and dryer, the washer would not spin out the laundry and the dryer would not get hot. In the shower we discovered a very nice men's razor along with soap and shampoo, which we disposed of. It was abundantly clear that the previous guest did not clean up after themselves nor had any kind of property management been by to even inspect the cabin. I say this confidently as there was $20 on the table, I presume from the previous guests use of fire wood. Halfway through my stay the Wi-Fi stopped working, even after attempting to reset the router, we were with out it and any form of cell service for the remainder of our stay. There is one full size bed, a day bed on the screen porch and a pull out couch. There is not a bedroom but a bed behind a curtain. The lake is beautiful.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

11 July 2024

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

Relaxing Stay

Such an ideal spot on the lake. Easy in and out with beautiful views and fun things to do. Katahdin was visible with beautiful sunrises. Kayaking, fire pit, protection from a rainstorm. Rustic, yet all necessities provided.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

25 Sept 2022

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

Peaceful

Peaceful And serene absolutely beautiful location

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

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27 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not for us

To start it is a step up from camping but i’d rather go camping. My wife and I have rented MANY properties throughout Maine so we have comparisons. My number one problem is I don’t think anyone checks the property after visitors have left. Case in point we went get the cushions so we could relax but the bin they were stored in is not water proof and the cushions were wet, a couple didn’t dry till Thursday. A soaking wet dishcloth on the counter, garbage not brought out to the curb on Tuesday, three bags in the can. The vacuum cleaner and sweeper FILLED with dirt and hair. You are supposed to clean before you leave but the mop still had packaging on it so how did the previous people mop? The owners are not inspecting what they expect. The furniture was worn which is one thing but terribly dirty! As far as six people, good luck. Oh, and it is NOT safe for young children and the electrical outlets are overloaded, a serious hazard. OVER PRICED! With that said it is a BEATIFUL spot! Great swimming

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

20 Aug 2022

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

Great cabin right on the lake

We had a great time. Loved being able to bring the pets on vacation with us. Beautiful spot right on the water. We had a little trouble with bees flying around the deck area. When we would eat outside they would start coming around. Note to people who bring dogs who like to swim- there is no easy access in and out of the water except for climbing on rocks, which made our dogs nails bleed a bit. Didn’t seem to bother the dogs though. There is a grocery store about 20 minutes away which was very convenient. We cooked on the grill every night and had s’mores by the campfire. We’ll be back again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

28 July 2022

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

Peaceful retreat

Enjoyed a quiet weekend on the lake, listening to the waves. Caught some beautiful sunrises right from the deck. My dogs enjoyed swimming in the lake and lounging on the deck. One of the most beautiful and peaceful places I've stayed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

15 July 2022

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

Perfect lake cottage.

Couldn't have ask for a better lake cottage. The weather rolling in, sunsets, fishing, waking up and jumping in. My daughter and I had a great time. Very relaxing!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

7 July 2022

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

Perfect place

Quiet, wonderful cabin with everything we needed! Ducks, loons, spectacular sunrises and watching the train way off in the distance made our stay extra special.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

31 May 2022

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

Perfect Rustic Hideaway

a perfect rustic little cabin on an idyllic lake! We had a wonderful time... the cabin is exactly as it is described... 2 steps up from camping with everything you could ever need. Perfect spots to sit and watch the ever changing moods of this quiet lake. We were early in the season so appreciated the closed in porch for warmth, but also the deck, the dock, the firepit. Nothing like waking up to a picture perfect sunrise in bed! Patti is so responsive and helpful, all the information was clear. A great experience!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

12 Oct 2021

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

Pet friendly

Great getaway to unwind and enjoy down time. Great for couples get away

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

13 Sept 2021

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

Beautiful piece of Maine

If you are looking for peace and quite on a beautiful lake, this little camp is it. I've never seen water clearer, the deck of the camp is right over the water. My wife and I truly enjoyed our stay. Thank-you Patti for allowing us the visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

23 Aug 2021

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

Three in a row

This is our third summer in a row at "Camp My Own". Every year just gets better. This year made it special thanks to pat making a week available for our family. With all the nonsense this year has brought.. and spending less time with family... this week together brought us closer than ever... Thanks so much pat again... hope to talk next year. Kim & Terry

10/10 Excellent

Christie B.

12 Aug 2021

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

A great getaway!

Our family of 4 stayed for 4 nights of our August vacation. We had such a great experience as this was out first VRBO booking. Patti was great and very responsive to any questions. Parking was definitely difficult with a large Toyota Tundra but other than that we had a great time!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Mark W.

31 Aug 2020

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

Nice Place Tough Driveway

The place was clean and the deck was nice. My Nephew slept on the screen porch and said it was comfortable. The kitchen was stocked nicely with pans and dishes. The lake was beautiful and crystal clear. The only issue we had was the driveway. We could not get the boat around the tight corner. Other than that we had a nice time.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

14 Aug 2020

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

Location, Location, Location

The deck is the deal. On the lake, over the water & plenty of seating. Charmingly tucked away, the cottage provides all the necessities. Bathroom, shower & laundry w/ clothesline suited us perfectly. So happy to have discovered this gem. Thanks Patti...

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

13 Aug 2020

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

Tell me bout the good old days

Camp My Own brought me back to days when I spent summers at my grandparents little camp on the lake. Nothing fancy but everything you'd ever need. Comfortable, Quiet, and peaceful. A wonderful place for our grandchildren to put down the phones and tablets and enjoy and learn the value of family, and to understand what a great state and country we live in, despite all the nonsense going on. The deck and dock are layed out perfectly for our boat and plenty of room for our younger grandchildren to enjoy a safe and fun place to swim. We explored the lake and found some great fishing spots. The kids loved tubing and as one of photos in description suggested Deadmsns rock, we gave it a try...a blast for all. The owner made everything so easy, check in and out, for amenities, if it wasn't there you didn't need it. Popcorn machine was a huge hit! So in closing, if you're looking for the Hilton on a lake in Maine look elsewhere. However, if you're looking for the motto (Maine, the way life should be,) look no further!!! Again great thanks to Patti for sharing the incredible Camp My Own....

10/10 Excellent

Nichole F.

2 Aug 2020

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

Relax and unwind

Camp My Own was the perfect place for our family to stay. The atmosphere of the cabin immediately implores you to relax and unwind. The views are magnificent and the lake is pristine. Thank you, Patti, for preserving your family’s cabin and allowing my family to make cherished memories there. We can’t wait to be back 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

2 Aug 2020

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lake!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The lake is crystal clear and it was a private location. The owner is quick to respond and accommodating. I did rate cleanliness a 2 because although it’s a rustic camp, the people who stayed there before us thought leaving food crumbs all over the kitchen and on the deck/picnic table was ok... If you are up for a rustic experience and a beautiful place to swim, go for it!!! Thank you Patti

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martin T.

31 July 2020

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

Perfect Spot

This was the perfect getaway! Very homey and comfortable. The view from the back deck is spectacular! We had so much fun! While some people may turn their noses up at the bathroom being in the shed, we felt it just added to the uniqueness of the place. From the first day it was called “The she shed” LOL! Patti the property owner was very responsive from beginning to end. We highly recommend this beautiful little spot and will definitely be returning next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

22 July 2020

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

Perfect campy camp

We absolutely loved camp my own. It had the best lived in feeling with everything there you could possibly need(just bring linens/bedding and towels! I loved the story about Pattis mother acquiring the camp. The swimming was wonder and the dock was perfect for our boat. We loved it and hope to return in the future! Thank you for sharing your space with us.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

14 Sept 2019

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

Campy Camp!!

Cozy and right on the water, just what we were looking for. We ate every meal on the large deck that leads to the dock which accommodated our 24' pontoon boat nicely. Camp is also located close to the public boat landing. Our party consisted of 6 adults and 2 dogs.

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

29 Aug 2019

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

Memories of a time sadly forgotten

If you are looking for a luxury camp with all the modern creature comforts of home, Camp My Own is not for you. However if you are looking for a camp in the great north woods of Maine on a beautiful crystal clear lake that is warm cozy and comfortable, look no further, Camp My Own is the place for you. My wife and I brought our 5 granddaughters(ages 8-14) to Camp My Own, there was plenty of room for us, the camp was very clean and the pictures that are shown on Home Away are beautiful and accurate but still doesn’t do the property justice. To our surprise, swimming, fishing, nature walks, campfires, board games and conversations took the place of Facebook, Instagram and You Tube which I didn’t think possible these days. We connected with our granddaughters like I connected with my grandparents more than a half century ago. Camp My Own is an uplifting wonderful place. The owner made the process very simple. All you need to bring is sheets towels and food. She posts all rules and expectations for an easy check out and many helpful hints to make your stay very seamless. Our deposit was refunded the day after checkout. So maybe my best advice is to let everyone know that Camp My Own will be a grandparents and granddaughters tradition every summer for years to come.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

17 Oct 2018

Fall Foliage Tour

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Camp "My Own". We expected to go and enjoy a little simpler life we had enjoyed earlier (before kids) in life. We found that bringing your own sheets and towels was all you needed, everything else was there. We had a small glitch with the kitchen water but that was quickly responded to by Patti and was rectified soon after having it. We were a little ahead of peak foliage but still able to find quite a few areas that were quite colorful and caught a beautiful sunrise one morning. We would go back again earlier in the year for fishing. Our refund was also quickly returned by the owner. Thank you Patti for a wonderful place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

William F.

30 Aug 2018

Review

As the sunrise picture shows, there are some very nice attributes to the camp. A little more description about the camp being what one would and ought to expect for 1950s and 1960s would be helpful. Visitors over age 70 would be advised to understand the primitive nature of the camp and access will lead to some additional challenges; From parking and movement within an extremely narrow driveway with obvious property constraints. The camp is in need of additional maintenance on several fronts. When maintenance is performed, such as that beautiful deck shown to the left, it is done professionally. Some fixtures such as the rusted "sofa" on the deck with no mattress and exposed springs should be removed. Outdoor grill sparker was non-functional, so we didn't try to use it at all out of caution. Believe me when I say I'm trying to be balanced with the review. My family had a camp on this lake for decades. I'm a vigorous, independent DIY'er for my homes; we know how expensive it can be to maintain camps, and my grandmother's experiences to get hers were similar to the original owner of this place. During our time in Maine, we had relatives come in from out of state who rented another property on the lake a short distance up-lake. There was a world of difference; and we both paid about the same price! They hosted family gatherings! In the opinion of this reviewer, this property in present condition is significantly over-priced, all things considered. If you like primitive (and I do; I backpack and take my family tent camping in the Pacific NW every year) you'll be fine, but paying a premium price for the experience in comparison to other alternatives in the area. Bring your sleeping bag and pillow. Support staff and owner were courteous and helpful throughout renting process and closeout, inclusive of prompt refund of deposits. That service is always appreciated. In sum, thank you. WJF.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Patti Theall

I was born in Milo Maine, just a few miles from Schoodic Lake. Because both of my parents were born here, I was blessed to have spent summers on the lake, as did my children. We moved away when I was 3, to southern NH, but my mother purchased this vintage cabin so we could continue to make memories with be Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, cousins and childhood friends. I host, to help others make memories of their own, as proven by my many repeat renters who return year after year.

Why they chose this property

While sitting on the lakeside deck, you see no other camps, just the 8x4 mile lake, views of Mount Katahdin on a clear day, and the sound of loon.

What makes this property unique

This vintage cabin takes you back to a simpler, less stressful time, where close quarters builds intimacy and we are reminded of the healing power of nature.