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Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 537.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ellsworth, ME
  • Place, Green Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Other

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks

Carefree Point

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Take in all that nature has to offer at this Downeast Maine lakefront cottage. Perfect for families, this home is ideal for those wanting to unwind and get offline, with two kayaks and a wonderful lakefront location, a gas grill for summer BBQs, and a firepit for enjoying the evening air and watching the sunset.

Located 25 miles north of Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island, this home is in a prime location to explore Maine's central coast. Birdwatchers will love the Stanwood Homestead Museum and Bird Sanctuary, which offers 200 acres of diverse terrain and wildlife via various trails. During the weekend, catch the Downeast Scenic Railroad for a 90-minute trip back in time or stop by one of Ellsworth's many restaurants for a lobster roll.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Includes a sofa bed in the living area.
Two kayaks and two adult life vests are available.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 75 lbs each.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this cottage is on the waterfront. Grand Theatre and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ellsworth Congregational Church and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Seacoast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Green Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Acadia National Park - 37 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 47 min drive - 62.8 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 52 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 58 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Overeasy - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Falls Redemption - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dorr Lobster Seafood Market - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Off Road 6 & 8 Wheel ATV - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dorrs Lobster Co - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks on 21 May 2026 start from NZ$290, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet lakefront cottage with a firepit, private beach, & two kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Green Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Beech Hill Pond and Ellsworth Congregational Church. Ellsworth Historical Society and Ellsworth Public Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house in an amazing location. Reasonably close to Acadia, and the lake provides its own outdoor adventures. Highly recommend for a perfect Maine getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean and comfortable. Good spot on the water
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic, tranquil cabin with a beautiful sunset over the lake. It was a great place to relax after spending the day at Acadia.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice Calm Stay

My family and I truly enjoyed ourselves. Such easy access to the water. We brought one more two person kayak so all four of us could go out on the water together. The loons were amazing, eagles, king fisher, so much to see and enjoy. We may have been lucky with a particularly quiet neighbor week and not too hot temperatures even for July. We loved the peace and quiet, thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic vacation here! The beach was perfect for our three kids to swim, and the lake was beautiful—much quieter than we expected. We spent a lot of time swimming, fishing, and even frogging, which made for some great family memories.The house itself met all of our needs and comfortably fit our family of five. We especially appreciated the newer Weber grill—it was clean and perfect for grilling dinners.That said, the house could benefit from a deeper cleaning and a little handyman attention to a few small details. The water at the fixtures wasn’t the best, but it worked fine for a camp.Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would come back without hesitation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana K.

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

Lake cottage

Relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Great stay

We loved everything ! We didn’t stay much at our place was to busy but will def book again !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur N.

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

Anniversary

Cabin was perfect. Nobody was in the cabins next to us which made our trip so peaceful. Lake was calm with very few boats the entire week we stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maryana c.

Wonderful place !

We had the best time there with our family. The cabin is very nice and clean . Beautiful views and access to the lake . The owners were really nice to us ! this place is very close to Arcadia National park which you must go if you stay here !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

Review

Plusses: Quiet, lakeside, great for two people, fairly well equipped. Minusses: Mile and a half on dirt road.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Olga B.

Cozy lake house with beautiful view

If you are looking for a lake house with private view on the lake - you will love it. Please be aware that the house is old, there is no dishwasher or washing machine for the laundry, there is no AC, no WiFi. It didn't matter to us. The owner left enough towels, it was enough for 4 people staying for 4 nights. Kitchen appliances are working fine. Overall it was very nice vacation. Not far away from park Acadia but private. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

James S.

Water pressure.

It is an older cabin and has the "up north" charm. Great waterfront, great view from the living room. The water pressure is bad. Water spits and sputters, toilet gurgles and roars. We were very surprised/disappointed by this. At this price it should be better!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Michelle S.

OK for the price …. not great

Checked in to find full garbage cans, and they were never emptied during our stay. Temps got into the 80’s during our stay and the trash definitely stunk. Had no hot water for the first 24 hours of our stay. Not sure what happened, but eventually was fixed. Location is great. The little beach was perfect for our kids (2 and 7). Enjoyed the fire pit right on the water. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space to hang out, but REALLY need to invest in new living room furniture. Chairs are very old and uncomfortable. Liked that we were close enough to a gas station/convenience store if we really needed something. Used the grill - worked great, but was left very dirty and only supplied a scraggly old grill brush. No trash bags were supplied. Only a shower too, no tub, which is hard with a two year old. Overall, good for the price. No difference to the kids which is all that matters….
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dianne

Disliked: Amenities, communication
I wanted to give 5 stars. I wanted to be able to relax and enjoy my stay. I really didn’t expect much and was happy with rustic. However, no one communicated with me that they were having issues with the water. Which meant no flushing toilet. I would have been okay with that had I been prepared, or would have even been fine with a portapotty or outhouse but after contacting the support number and someone saying they would be getting someone there to fix it within an hour or 2 and me wasting my whole day waiting around for no one to show was rude. Luckily it was only me, had this been a family of 4, that toilet would have filled up quickly. Super disappointed and I feel like I should be refunded at least a day…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Dianne M.

Waterless

I wanted to really enjoy and relax, for the couple days I was there. The cabin was cute and clean. The location was beautiful. I would have given it 5 stars except, the water wasn’t working…which meant the toilet wasn’t flushing. When I first arrived, someone knocked on the door and said he was called to check the water. I knew nothing about it and was not informed of any issues before arriving, which I told the man as such. He asked to come in to check real quick and I said sure. He turned on the kitchen sink, which seemed to be working and he left. About an hour or so after, I discovered (after using the toilet) the toilet tank was empty and the water coming out of the faucet was a dribble at best. I contacted the support line via text twice and received the same message. They had contacted the local help and someone would be in touch. No one contacted me. I called the next morning to speak to someone and the woman said she has informed the local help and someone would be coming over in an hour or two to fix the problem(this was at 9:00 am). Meanwhile, the toilet, full of waste, brewed a little longer. A couple hours came and went, no one showed. I had planned on going to Bar Harbor to wander around, but thought I’d better stay put in case. Now it’s 2:30 and I’m running out of the water I brought, no bucket around to get water from the lake to try to flush the poo down and my insides were very unhappy and needed relief. So I left a note on the door saying I’d be bask ASAP, although it would take at least an hour, (20 mins to and fro, plus time to get water and use the public bathroom). I got back around 3:30… no one.. they had my cell, no call, no show. I had to buy 8 gallons of water to “flush” the toilet, using 4 then taking the empty containers down to the lake to fill back up and flush again, leaving the other 4 for drinking and dishes and washing and brushing teeth. So, not quite the experience I was looking for. Glad it was just me and my dog, otherwise it would have been VERY stressful. I made it work and left a note for whoever was coming in to clean that I did my best. Just frustrating that no one informed me right away, the guy didn’t really know what was going on either, then no one came to fix it when they said someone would…. Not sure I’d want this experience again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Perfect Location

The lakefront was totally beautiful. Only 20 minutes to Ellsworth where you can get whatever you need, or go out to eat. Only 40 minutes to Acadia for some amazing hikes. It is a cabin so don't expect a luxury hotel, but it was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R.

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

Carefree Point 7-2022

Property was very clean. All the appliances are in good working condition. Steps away from a very secluded dock and beach. Water is crystal clear and a few steps out you're over your head in the water. The water pressure in the shower was a little low, but having stayed at multiple Maine cabins this is to be expected. Both rooms have a fan with helped with some of the hotter nights. There is a TV, but we never turned it on. Propane grill was filled and cleaned. Plenty of pots, pans, and dishes in the kitchen. Overall a great stay. My wife, dogs, and I had a great time. Thank you - Shaun and Becky
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donny H.

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

Great location!

The property exceeded our expectations, pictures do not capture how nice this place is. Brand new grill & toaster over was a nice touch, the cabin is just steps to your own private beach with fire pit. No Wi-Fi but good cell service. Furniture was what you would expect at a camp style rental, all in all the place was pretty clean and very enjoyable. Bring the bug spray and watch for ticks. It’s pretty a very wooded area which is to be expected so far up in Maine. There are neighbors close by but you can tell this is a lake where people respect privacy and keep the noise down especially at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

It's all about the lake.

Cabin needs cleaning/dusting and a new refrigerator. Maybe some reading lamps. Otherwise, linens and towels are wonderful and bathroom is very clean. But it's all about the lake. A short walk and you're on the beach which is where we were most of the time. Had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve R.

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

If you're looking for an idyllic setting away from life

Charming cottage, very roomy. The appliances are dated but that's not really a deal breaker because you're looking to get away from it all, right? I would suggest that it does need more places to hang stuff. Nothing for your outerwear when you come in, no closets, bars, or much of anything except for a few hooks on the back of the bedroom door. It is about a mile and a half on a dirt road to get there but the road is well maintained. The Green lake fish hatchery is just a mile away and they have some great walking/hiking trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sean S.

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

Nice cabin, but needs maintenance

Would have given this house 4 stars, but we arrived to the cabin with the septic overflowing and had to deal with the smell of sewage for 5 days. There was also a sputtering/spitting water system that made taking showers or washing dishes unpredictable. Staff came out to take care or both issues, but this meant 3 different days of waiting for repairmen and adjusting our plans. The beach area at lake was very nice and we spent much of our time there. The cabin was comfortable and had all the amenities we need. Albeit some items like the fridge and toaster could definitely be replaced. We did have an enjoyable time, but I would not book again with this listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Denise H.

Very clean, quiet and comfortable stay

This is a nice cottage with plenty of clean towels, clean house, good size shower with plenty of hot water. The furniture is dated, it is a camp after all so we expect that with this type of rental. However, we did not find the chairs uncomfortable. The beds seemed new and firm and comfortable enough. It is a short walk to the lake like one minute or less. Can’t really see much of the lake from cabin but a nice private sitting area by sandy beach and campfire with a picnic table near the water. We brought our own kayaks but my kids who came to visit for the day used the ones at cabin and found them to be easy to paddle. The grill although it works is on it’s last leg. It is all rusted out inside. You may want to bring a small portable grill with you. It took a little while to get it lit. It is a little over 2 mile dirt road to get to cabin. Private, with neighbors on both sides… it is a typical lake front with houses nearby but we had no problems with noise and felt secluded enough. We had an issue with the septic tank over flowing a little but we called vacassa and they sent some one the same day to fix it. We were pleased with the responsiveness of management. Just one thing missing….storage. Shelving units or a cabinet would be helpful. We had to leave our clothing in the suit cases and left them open on the couch. There is no place to put your things at all. The closet could use a shelf unit with a clothing rod above. The two small dressers in the place were filled with linens and not useable. We had a wonderful stay just wish they had storage space. Maybe this will be upgraded by owners some day? We brought a tension rod and curtain for bathroom window. All other windows have a curtain not sure why they missed this one which I think is most important place you want a curtain. Overall very pleased and would recommend. It is a camp folks… don’t expect luxurious furniture. Most important to us is cleanliness and a decent bed and shower which it has.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sabrina f.

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

Lovely quiet get away

We were quite surprised by how far back the cabin was nestled in the beautiful Maine woods. It was a cute little cabin with running water and warm showers but the best part was the gorgeous lake just steps away with its own little beach front. We enjoyed days of swimming, fishing, and kayaking. I would recommend this cabin to anyone and hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Quaint Cottage but could use some improvements

Cottage was ok but things I would change: New mattress (very uncomfortable), new furniture (old and extremely uncomfortable-I used my own folding rocker to relax indoors), lighting above table, cupboards for food storage (had to leave food on the counter due to lack of storage) Glazing over the bathroom window (directly in neighbors sight of view, we placed a towel over the window for privacy) Other than this we really enjoyed our stay. A warning though, this cabin is way out in the woods but not secluded. Neighbors are right beside you and it can get loud at times.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Lake Cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at the lake cabin! We loved having campfires by the lake and being able to kayak out around the small islands! The bed was super comfortable and we would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

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