Midcoast Maine Lakefront Cottage in the Woods

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Lake view

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Waldoboro, ME

Morse's Sauerkraut
‪8 min drive‬
Damariscotta Lake State Park
‪19 min drive‬
Damariscotta Lake
‪19 min drive‬
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Queen room

1 Queen Bed

Twin room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full bath

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy the peace and natural wildlife of Maine in a beautiful wooded waterfront setting, with convenient access to the coastal attractions of the Midcoast region. Located right at the water's edge on a private dirt drive, the Lakeside Cottage shares about 12 acres of woods with one other home on the same property. The 2-bedroom cottage has beautiful lake and woodland views from the house, the front deck and the screened porch. Explore Medomak Pond’s 237 acres with the on-site kayaks, take a swim, or just sit on the deck and enjoy the views. Many recent improvements including new air conditioning, flooring, windows, roof, refrigerator, range, sofa, armchair, dining table and chairs, blackout shades, fans and rugs in every room, longer dock with swim ladder. Features include: living room with satellite TV; kitchen with range, fridge and microwave; full bath with stall shower; two bedrooms (one queen, one with two twins); porch furniture; deck chairs, picnic table and propane grill; exclusive use of two kayaks (one single, one tandem). Access to the driveway and floating dock is shared between the Lakeside Cottage and the Hilltop House, about 300 feet farther up the driveway. Explore Midcoast Maine, reconnect with nature and relax in your lakefront forest retreat!

Minimum rental period is four nights.

Note that this property is NOT available for parties or special events - the well and septic system work PERFECTLY for the set occupancy limits, but are not guaranteed for larger groups.

Pets are strictly prohibited, no exceptions.

Located in Waldoboro, Midcoast Maine, about 8 miles north of Route 1 at Moody’s Diner, near:
Matthews Museum of Maine Heritage (July-August) – 6 miles
Savage Oaks Vineyard and Winery – 7 miles
Odd Alewives Farm Brewery - 8 miles
Damariscotta Lake State Park – 7 miles
Rockport Marine Park – 17 miles
Camden shopping, restaurants, galleries and waterfront – 18 miles
Rockland shopping, restaurants, museums and galleries – 18 miles
Owls Head Transportation Museum - 20 miles
Camden Hills State Park – 21 miles
Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse – 21 miles
Owls Head State Park and Lighthouse - 23 miles
Lincolnville Beach – 25 miles
Pemaquid Beach Park - 29 miles
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse Park – 31 miles
Belfast shopping, restaurants, galleries and waterfront – 31 miles
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens – 35 miles
Boothbay Harbor shopping, restaurants, galleries and waterfront – 35 miles

Property manager

Deirdre

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

By booking, guest agrees to abide by the attached rental agreement.

No fires or firearms are permitted anywhere on the property at any time, per owner's insurance policy.

Minimum rental period is 4 nights.

Important information

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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 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 deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waldoboro

Located in Waldoboro, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Andre the Seal Statue and Camden Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maine State Prison Store and Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Waldoboro, ME

What's nearby

Morse's Sauerkraut - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Damariscotta Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
Damariscotta Lake - 19 min drive - 16.2 km
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 36 min drive - 36.2 km
Samoset Resort Golf Course - 43 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Morse's Sauerkraut - ‬8 min drive
‪Jefferson Scoop - ‬19 min drive
‪The Pour Farm - ‬23 min drive
‪Sterlingtown Public House - ‬20 min drive
‪The Bog - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Midcoast Maine Lakefront Cottage in the Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Midcoast Maine Lakefront Cottage in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Midcoast Maine Lakefront Cottage in the Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Midcoast Maine Lakefront Cottage in the Woods located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Damariscotta Lake State Park, Damariscotta Lake and St. George River. St George Lake and Biscay Pond are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

10 Aug 2024

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

Great Stay

Absolutely beautiful place. amazing access to pond and boats. Great stay, comfortable couch and bed. Kitchen had basics and grill was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 July 2023

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

Cottage stay

It was a phenomenal stay beautiful place and had everything that we were looking for 10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

17 Aug 2024

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

Cozy and Serene

Great place to stay and relax or explore offerings of midcoast Maine. Very comfortable cottage with amenities that a couple or small damiky would need. We would definitely sray here again and recomnend to others

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlee N.

2 Sept 2020

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

Lovely Cottage

Lots of things to do, the place was enjoyable. The beds were a little hard but overall a great stay

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

22 Aug 2024

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

Idyllic cottage on a lake experience

Pretty much the quintessential Maine lake experience. Humble, but well maintained cottage on a lovely lake, only a 10-15 minute drive from groceries, restaurants, etc. We were just there as a couple, but it would be perfect for a family of 4.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry T.

5 Aug 2023

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

Stay

Very peaceful nice accommodations nicely stocked very relaxing everything we needed for 4 adults !

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

5 Sept 2023

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

Great Cabin on the Pond

Awesome location. Comes as advertised. We enjoyed the kayaks and being right on the water. Would highly recommend this place and we will return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary F.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful lake

Nice house on peaceful lake. Nice sunset views. Extremely small bathroom and tiny shower.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lillian K.

24 Aug 2023

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

Peaceful pond!!! / lake

Secluded, clean, very quiet, beautiful sunsets and enjoyed kayaking.Everything was great but wish the shower was bigger. It was a really relaxing time.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

28 Aug 2021

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

Serene getaway!

The cottage was well equipped! The site could not be beat. The access to the water, the availability of the kayaks, and the sunsets were awesome.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

17 Aug 2023

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

Charming Cottage

The cottage was exactly what we expected: a super cute semi-rustic cottage in the woods. It was perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. Our teenage boys loved fishing and kayaking. The location felt extremely private. We even saw three otters swimming by one morning while enjoying coffee on the screen porch.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

30 July 2021

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

Pure pleasure.

The cottage was fantastic. The kitchen is well equipped. Sitting on the screened in porch was awesome. We saw lots of wildlife and had a juvenile eagle fly by multiple times. It was centrally located for us (we don't mind driving) to the coastal towns. We would highly recommend this lakeside cottage.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

19 July 2024

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

1st Maine trip

In one word, tranquility! Amazing property, literally only a few steps to the lake shore. Very peaceful, yet many activities are within a 2 hour and closer drive. Highly recommend staying here. The only drawback is the lack of clothes washer and dryer on site. Its a 15 minute drive to a laundromat in town. Not a big deal or a deal breaker though.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Di B.

11 July 2021

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

Quiet retreat on the lake

My family and I had a wonderful low tech retreat at Deirdre's lakeside cabin over the week of July 4th (we have T-Mobile which did not have coverage at the cabin). The space was cozy and comfortable for our family of four (two adults and two school aged kids). The pond was so much fun for the kids and adults alike and we took out the kayaks several times over the course of our stay. The location is very secluded but was still convenient to interesting locations including lighthouses, historical sites, and restaurants. I highly recommend staying at this cabin if you're looking for a quiet rustic retreat.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tom G.

8 Sept 2023

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

Lakeside Maine cabin

Very nice and comfortable. We are seniors and the very small shower was a bit of a challenge. Den lighting could be better. I would just remove the tv. Even on perfectly clear days the satellite reception would go out. The lake was very quiet during our stay. A nice place to read and unwind

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 Sept 2021

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

Pretty and Peaceful

The cabin was just right for one or two couples. The view of the pond is beautiful and the area very peaceful. You can hear some traffic from across the pond, but it isn’t annoying. The cabin is well furnished and comfortable. The screened porch overlooking the pond makes it easy to be out doors, but not get bitten by mosquitoes. We spent most of out time there. The area is centrally located along the mid cost and makes it easy to get to the ocean, And all the mid cost cities. We did a lot of exploring. I highly recommend the rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

15 Sept 2022

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

Medomak Pond

We had a perfect and restful vacation. We hit the weather just right, and the pond was like glass every evening for moonlit fishing. The cabin is basic but cozy and we were comfortable. Loved the quiet spot and the feeling of having the pond to ourselves. It was a wonderful vacation.

Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

27 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing vacation.

Perfect little cabin on the lake in the woods. Very private setting. Great communication with owner.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

11 Aug 2022

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

Awesome Property But Read the Listing

Our family spent a week here and absolutely loved this property. The cabin is small, but we were able to make it work for our family of four (2 adults, 17, 14). We considered renting a larger property further from the water, but we absolutely make the right choice. This place is steps from the water, and the pond (lake?) was amazing. It's quiet and was a perfect place for a quiet day in between all the sight seeing we did. Read the contract! This house has no laundry facilities and you must provide all linens and towels. We live on the West coast, and had to scramble a bit to meet this requirement. If you need laundry, there is a great full service laundromat a few miles down the road that turned our items around in just a few hours. There's no internet here, if that's important to you. We brought a hotspot and were able to get an adequate connection for our needs (pro tip: best signal is in the kitchen window). We would absolutely come back to this hidden gem.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

8 Sept 2021

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

Serene retreat

Secluded lakefront cottage. Great fishing from wharf. Enjoyed the Lakeview and beautiful sunsets from screened in porch. Comfortable furniture. Small shower can be challenging. Required to bring own sheets and paper products, but this is made clear ahead of time. Kayak use included in rental. Very quiet. TV came in well, but no internet included. Verizon cell phone reception adequate. Easy drive to many great scenic & historic coastal destinations.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

28 Aug 2021

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

Quaint Cottage

Relaxing and peaceful cottage on the lake. Enjoyed our stay in this quaint cottage

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

27 July 2021

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

Cabin on the lake

The property was exactly as it appears online. No surprises. It was very clean and with 2 adult couples the layout of the bedrooms was perfect. We enjoyed our stay, it was very relaxing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

27 June 2021

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

A delightful experience!

Clean, just as listed, the owner really thought of the needs of her guests. Even such things as fans and night-lights were already there. Plenty of cups, silverware, kitchen "stuff". The view was amazing, a nice breeze from the lake, and the screened-in porch was a delight when the mosquitos arrived in the evening. A great week....

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

24 Sept 2020

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

Satisfiied

Our time at the property was enjoyable.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Ken O., Raleigh

31 Aug 2020

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

Place to unwind

For 2 weeks (August 1-15) we made The Cottage our home. What a wonderful vacation we had. It was a time for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. The little camp is perfect for a small family. It is nestled beautifully in the oak trees and close to the lake. The porch was our favorite spot and we spent a lot of time there. The kitchen was sufficiently appointed and suited our needs. The best part was the lake! We were able to watch the morning awake and the day close out from the porch and it was truly beautiful. My wife was able to fish AND catch from the shore just a few steps away from the camp. The kayaks were great fun. Again, my wife fished her heart out, usually rising and fishing before breakfast and then again in the early evening. Check-in & check-out were seamless and easy. If you are looking for a true Maine camp experience, The Cottage is great! We will be looking to stay again next year!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Deirdre

I purchased this from the long-time original owners, as my future summer retirement home, and I'm enjoying improving the property and sharing it with summer visitors to Midcoast Maine. I spend many weeks here in the off-season working on the houses and the grounds.

Why they chose this property

Privacy - on 12 acres, on a private road, no neighbors within sight of the two houses on this property.
Lakefront - Medomak Pond is the perfect size, big enough to kayak or fish for hours but too small for noisy power boats
Location - between Boothbay Harbor and Camden, within an easy drive of dozens of great attractions and the ocean.

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