Welcome to Pine Point located in central Maine on 3.5 virgin forest acres. While being conveniently located less than two miles from town, the property is very secluded on it's 800' of private lake frontage. This newly decorated 100 year old cottage contains many modern conveniences while maintaining it's original rustic charm. Upstairs you'll find a large bedroom with a king sized bed, and a pullout twin trundle . The first floor contains a well equipped kitchen, living room, dining room and large wraparound screened in porch with a full sized Murphy bed and an alcove with a twin bed.
Pine Point is about the most peaceful place on the planet. The Lake is quiet with few motor boats. It looks onto Mt. Katahdin from the front campfire area and back deck. The other side faces a calm cove that is home to bald eagles. Fish from the shore or take a peaceful ride on the paddleboat. Enjoy a book in a hammock or build a campfire in the new firepit.
Loons will lull you to sleep with their haunting calls. Maybe it's the rhythm of water pushing against rocks that will be the last thing you hear before nodding off. Wake to the early morning sunrises or sleep until noon. Star filled nights end days that are visited by song birds, osprey and even soaring bald eagles.
Restore your spirit by spending the day at camp. Or enjoy all that Vacationland has to offer, from hiking Mt. Katahdin to visiting the rocky coast of Maine.
Property manager
Linda & Paul
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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 first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Lincoln
Located in Lincoln, this cottage is on the waterfront. Local points of interest include Lincoln Memorial Library, Penobscot Valley Hospital, and Penobscot River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lincoln, ME
What's nearby
Lincoln Memorial Library - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Penobscot Valley Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Jato Highlands Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
Mt. Jefferson - 31 min drive - 29.7 km
Millinocket Memorial Library - 51 min drive - 64.3 km
Getting around
Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
The Forester Pub - 4 min drive
Wing Wah - 17 min walk
Gillmor's Restaurant - 4 min drive
Crazy Moose - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Take a Rest at Pine Point pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Take a Rest at Pine Point?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Take a Rest at Pine Point?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Take a Rest at Pine Point located?
This family-friendly Lincoln cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lincoln Memorial Library and Penobscot Valley Hospital. Penobscot River is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved our opportunity to stay at Pine Point! It was our best vacation ever!! The location on the lake was amazing and the cabin was so well set up! If someone gets the opportunity to stay at Pine Point they will be blessed. Linda is a great host and so responsive! Thanks Paul & Linda for a great vacation!!
David H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica J., Holden
20 August 2018
Family favorite
We had such a peaceful and restful stay at Tak-A-Rest. The spot is very private and secluded feeling while still being close to town. The lake is beautiful and the kids loved swimming. The camp itself is very comfortable with every detail well thought out and the owners are wonderful to work with. This is a true gem, our only regret is that I didn’t book for longer.
It was a pleasure to stay at Tak-a-Rest. From the beginning of the process when dealing with Linda and arranging the rental right up to our last minutes relaxing in the Adirondack chairs enjoying morning coffee by the water before we departed- everything was easy and perfect. The hosts have thought of everything you may need and the house is very well stocked. It was very peaceful and we had a wonderful and restful trip.
Words really can't describe one of our better vacations in a long time! Swam everyday and kayaked all around the lake and in the feeder stream. Day trips to Acadia NP, Bar Harbor and we also did the Katahdin loop/Baxter SP. This cottage is beautiful; the water access and relaxing porch top our list! The property has everything you need and the hosts Linda and Paul were great to deal with.
It was the first time my wife and I actually vacationed alone, usually with the kids or friends. The camp was so quiet and secluded that we could just relax, read, play cribbage or just take a nap. It was a much needed week of alone time for us both. Thank you for being such gracious hosts and hope to come back again.
Les R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Matthew L.
27 July 2018
A microcosm of Maine's peaceful beauty
My girlfriend and I have just spent three tranquil, lovely nights at Tak-A-Rest and could not have been more satisfied. Every cabin amenity was carefully provided (paddleboating, a firepit, warm showers, and much more!) and the property itself exuded warmth and peacefulness. This is the third year in a row that we have stayed in a different Maine lake cabin/house, and Tak-A-Rest has thus far been the jewel of them all.
relaxing,peaceful,and exactly what you want in a vacation rental:clean,well stocked beyond what you'd expect, and directions where to find everything you want from the toaster to local stores. No regular TV or internet adds to a very calming experience! If the unexpected should happen there is a hospital a few miles from the camp. All in all, a perfect spot!
NANCY JO M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
We ar K.
24 September 2018
Peaceful , relaxing , wonderful , Heaven on Earth!
We loved every minute of our stay. The cottage makes you feel at home the moment you walk in.
We were able to watch the loons swim around the lake for hours , saw a bald eagle fly past the cottage and land nearby. We paddled around the lake in the paddle boat and just relaxed in the hammocks.
I cannot say enough about the cottage and the hospitality of Linda & Paul. Everything you could need is there.
Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy your piece of heaven on earth.
We would love to come back again and stay longer!!
Margaret & Bill
What fun we had at Tak A Rest! Our two kids, ages 10 and 12 had a blast swimming in the lake, watching ducks and loons, taking rides in the paddle boat and s'mores by the beautiful camp fire while watching the sunset. The cabin was super clean and felt like home. The lake and cabin are actually even better than the photos in the listing. Linda was awesome to communicate with and was very welcoming via correspondence over text messages. Anything we forgot to bring with us was already there and easy to find. We only wish our 5 nights didn't go so fast!
Too often, reviews go on for paragraphs/pages attempting to be as helpful as possible to both potential travelers as well as the owner. We've stayed in many homes/cabins/camps/cottages and this entire experience can only be described as "out- of- this- world phenomenal." Linda and Paul were outstanding.
Let's keep the formal review brief and very to the point: Absolute perfection! Period.
A slice of heaven here on earth! We could not have picked a better place to celebrate our 33rd wedding anniversary. Linda and Paul are gracious and more than accommodating hosts. A thoughtful and generous welcome package, providing a VCR so we could watch our wedding video and a beautiful cabin on the water stocked with everything you could possibly need. The peace and quiet, the beauty of the surroundings and the calling of the loons will be something be for the memory books! Thank you Paul and Linda for sharing this!
Our stay was absolutely perfect. The location was the best, serene and beautiful, picture perfect! Great wildlife, sunrises, and sunsets. The owners were extremely thoughtful and mindful of all the necessities needed, literally, for a vacation on the lake for anyone traveling from another location. The only thing we had to pickup at the grocery store was food and drinks. The grocery store and downtown was close, yet far enough away that the only thing you heard were the sounds of the water, loons, and other wildlife. I just cannot say enough, there isn’t enough room and we want to make sure it’s not booked up next summer. We would definitely love to come back! Thank you so much!
We loved everything about our trip. The location is just spectacular - you feel as if you are completely alone, yet it’s a three minute ride to groceries, drug Store and gas station. The cabin has everything you need for cooking, games, puzzles and books for rainy days, and all kinds of equipment for water fun. I enjoyed floating in the water in one of the mesh chairs while my husband fished. Just be aware the “town” is nothing more than a few stores and a handful of restaurants (and the sidewalks roll up at 9:00!) and there is no Wi-Fi so bring movies if that is important to you (although there is a video library as well). We preferred to sit out by the fire listening to the loons and watching the spectacular sunsets. Thank you to the owners for sharing this lovely property - it truly was an amazing experience!
Deborah B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kelly W.
11 July 2018
Well appointed cabin on picturesque piece of property
We enjoyed a week's stay and would have loved to stay longer. The owners were extremely friendly and accommodating. We were worried initially about not having Wi-Fi at the cabin, but both our cell phones got good reception and so everything was fine. There was a tv and a video library available. Also a microwave and all the other necessary usual kitchen stuff... Super well set up in general. Watch your step on the dock, the connection points are a tad rickety, but we still enjoyed it very much and are glad it's there. Pictures don't do the place justice and don't be deterred by the idea of a bed on the porch... That space was quaint and comfortable, as was the entire rest of the place. Also, its plenty secluded and private from neighbors while still being close to everything you could need. Highly recommend!
This listing is absolutely incredible! I was looking for a place near Bar Harbor/ Acadia National Park initially and this was the closest location (2 hours away). My friends and I spent a few days at this listing before heading to Bar Harbor and we ended up not wanting to leave Tak-a-Rest! All of the reviews are accurate and Linda & Paul's listing will meet up to your expectations & even more!
Everything was well-stocked and clean. I cannot begin to describe the beautiful scenery when it comes to the lake and sunset. There were so many amenities included to keep you occupied indoors & outdoors. My favorite was the bonfire & all the provided kindling, fishing rods & bait, and the paddleboat & canoe!
I also appreciated the convenience of stores nearby, such as Walgreens, Walmart, Hannaford, and gas stations. My friends and I enjoyed the local thrift store and eating breakfast at Cindy's County Kitchen! We also loved taking pictures with the giant Loon in town!
Linda was quick to answer my questions and was very kind over the phone. it is clear that Tak-a-Rest is well taken care of and my friends and I felt right at home. We cannot wait to come back again! Thank you Linda & Paul for a wonderful experience :)
This historic camp, located right on the edge of beautiful Mattanawcook Pond, has been updated and improved to include all of today's conveniences. Despite feeling private and serene, it is very close to goods and services. The hosts were very helpful in making arrangements for our stay and sharing their enthusiasm for this lovely spot.
This property is a little piece of heaven. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Everything available that anyone could ever need. We would definitely book again in a heartbeat. It’s close enough to town but far away from any and all noises. Perfect silence. Do not hesitate to rent this cottage.
Absolutely perfect stay! Perfectly situated between Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park and Baxter State Park. Plus the fishing could not have been better. JATO Highlands Golf Club is outstanding visually. We even got an impromptu tour of the property by the head greenskeeper. Very nice people. All in All, everything was perfect. Thank you Linda for sharing your cottage and being so readily available. As we were leaving we were already planning our next visit.
We had an amazing stay at this camp over Labor Day weekend. Everything was perfect with a well stocked cabin. Linda pays attention to all those little details. It’s just like home! Sitting by the campfire each night and looking out over the lake and listening to the loons was so special! Thank you Linda and Paul for opening up your little slice of heaven. We will definitely be back!
Linda and Paul truly have an incredible property and I could not recommend renting with them highly enough. The entire process was flawless and the cabin and property are just beautiful. Although my communication was mainly with Linda, it is very obvious that a wonderful experience from start to finish is both her and Paul's intention. I could go on, but I'll just leave it at, take the leap and spend some time at Tak a Rest.
We have rented some properties in the past that fell short of expectation, Take a Rest exceeded it! We were so pleased with the cabin, landscape, lake and privacy the property allowed. The lake was quite and we were truly able to unplug and enjoy each others company. The cabin had everything we needed to feel at home and REST! including a nap in the hammock.
Amy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Linda & Paul
Owning Pine Point cabin is a dream come true. My husband, Paul and I have lived in Maine all our lives and have always dreamed of having a secluded historic cottage on a lake. We lived 40 years on the coast of Maine near Pine Point Beach. Early in our marriage we were caretakers for a cabin on Moosehead Lake called "Tak-A-Rest". For a dollar a year and lots of sweat equity we received much needed respite and made some happy family memories. Pine Point cabin had been in the same family since 1942 and has quite a history. I fell in love with it two years before we purchased it, but never thought it could become a reality. Paul & I purchased the property on our 39th wedding anniversary. We have renamed the cottage "Tak-A-Rest" at Pine Point. We believe it is a blessing from God and will honor his gift by sharing the peace that this property brings to restore others. Paul's grandfather emigrated from Russia in 1918. We wish to honor him by donating 10% of the rent to a Christian ministry to the people of Russia. "The Birches" painting in the cottage was painted by a ten year old Russian child who benefitted from an Art Project through this ministry.
Why they chose this property
Peace and Beauty Secluded yet close to amenities: hospital, shopping, dining, hiking 50 miles to Bangor International Airport, Hollywood Casino, Waterfront Concerts. 100 miles to Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor. 58 miles to Mount Katahdin