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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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Swanville, ME
  • Swan Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Swan Lake State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Belfast Harbor
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Basement

1 Double Futon

Waterview Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Waterview Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Main floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Heav'nsent

Heav'nsent cottage is located on Swan Lake's East side in Swanville. Our house was purchased in 2018 with wood flooring and is 1700 sqft accommodating up to 8 guests. 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (shower and/or tub). Full size kitchen with breakfast nook (country table with 4 chairs, and 4 counter height chairs. First floor is open. The views of the lake are incredible with 2 large picture windows on main floor. Living area has "This Ends Up" furniture (sofa, loveseat, and chair) with matching end tables, coffee table, and recliner. There is also a gas insert fireplace on the main floor. Our home is tastefully decorated with many of the baskets Andrea has made over the years. DirecTV and WIFI available. Three bedrooms on the second floor with full size beds, 2 of which have beautiful picture window views of the lake. We also have a twin size sleep sofa, and 1 queen size air mattress. A washer and dryer is located in the cellar area which although is not finished has direct walk out access to the lake and a patio with a table a 4 chairs. The deck is expansive with lovely views of the lake and has a seating area, eating area, and gas grill. A fire pit is on the property and a bundle of wood is provided to start you off for quiet evenings by the fire. Plenty of grass to play yard games (have yardzee and corn hole) and a lovely side yard next to the garage to pitch a tent. 100' of private lakefront with dock. Canoe and 2 kayaks provided and you are welcome to bring your own as well. Enjoy the second largest lake in Waldo County and beautiful sunsets! Expansive views of the West side. Great fishing!! Wildlife sightings are abundant with Eagles, loons, ducks daily.

Property manager

Andrea Nilson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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 (limit 2 total)
Up to date vaccinations required, no fleas please
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Belfast

Located in Belfast, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Waterfall Arts and Belfast Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Belfast Harbor and Winterport Winery. ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center and Coyote Moon 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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Swanville, ME

What's nearby

  • Swan Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Swan Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Northern Lights Gallery - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Belfast City Park - 18 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 15 min drive
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kirby's Lobster Shack - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hey Sailor - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dino's Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cafe and Bakery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mariner - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Heav'nsent pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Welcome to Heav'nsent?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Heav'nsent?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Heav'nsent located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Swan Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swan Lake State Park and Belfast Armistice Bridge. ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center and Waterfall Arts are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Fantastic place!!

This was my second time staying here. This time with my husband and last year with some friends. I cannot say enough positive things about this place! Location is to die for!! Beautiful home, beautiful views, and fabulous host!! We had everything we needed and then some. Very responsive and welcoming host!! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

edel W.

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

At waters edge

Great stay, clean, safe, dog friendly, great location, easy to get everywhere on day trips. Yet just outside of dealing with the crowds. The views of Swan lake are amazing. All you need at the house. The Darby had best lobster rolls also the Hoot restaurant a must go. Would stay again
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie K.

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

Zeit am See

Wir haben den Blick und die Nähe zum See genossen! Wir waren froh über die Kajas und das Kanu und auch über das Campfire. Das Haus ist gross und hat alles was man braucht. Es ist etwas altmodisch und man merkt dass viele Hunde ihren Urlaub dort verbracht haben
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Amazing location

Andrea’s house was amazing. My wife said she wanted to stay forever when she first walked in! The view of the lake again….amazing! The house was roomy and clean! We traveled to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The trip was a tad long (about 1 hr to both places), but worth the drive to get away from the hustle and bustle and to enjoy the atmosphere at the house! Andrea was easy to communicate with and to work with! She helped us add another night to our stay! If ever in Maine again I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again! John L and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Unplugged lakeside dog-friendly retreat

My friend and I have been staying on lakes in Maine for a few years. I’m from the northern coast of Massachusetts where the biting flies (greenheads) are so intense I have to get away. This year we decided to bring our dogs. It was a perfect relaxing trip. We started every day by going down to the Belfast Rail Trail and putting in about 5 miles to tire the dogs out. We both brought our paddleboards and spent the rest of the day swimming, paddling, lounging, and doing it all again. The kitchen was the best outfitted of anywhere I’ve stayed. The one meal we didn’t cook we brought in from Young’s, which was fantastic and more affordable than at home. The sun bakes in the windows in the afternoon so we quickly learned to pull the shades and put the A/C on 74 to keep it from getting too hot. We only saw glimpses of the dog next door, so he was not an issue at all. Andrea had absolutely thought of and provided everything. While we left the house clean, the check out process was so easy. I’ve stayed other places that required me to deep clean before I left, and I appreciated not having to stress about that. We even had Roku and watched movies at night. Other places I’ve stayed have barely had a working TV. The lake is clean, and there are just a few jetskis during the week, and it is otherwise quite quiet. Great stay, great host, great location. I’d like to go back next week, and next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Beautiful home and view

Great view, thoughtful extras, overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

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

Start your Maine Adventure Here!

Andrea's house was in a perfect location for transversing mid coast Maine. Situated at the end of a dirt road, overlooking beautiful Swan Lake, the views were outstanding! There was plenty of room for the whole family, including an expansive deck with many different seating options. Everything you will need for an enjoyable vacation, is at this house, including floaties to soak up the rays while lounging on the lake. Don't worry about the German Shepherd(Bruno)next door, he comes over to play...it's just like having another family member around! Will not hesitate to book this house again, for our next Maine adventure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Great great house

Beautiful house very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Great location for day trips throughout Maine! Our property host was wonderful with answering our questions and ensuring we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

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

Great 80th birthday celebration!

We celebrated the 80th birthday of a family member and couldn’t have picked a better place to bring the family together. The home is very comfortable and you can’t beat the setting! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S., NYC

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

Perfect Friends Reunion!

Beautiful cottage with amazing views and in a great location. Our childhood friend just retired to Swanville, and we got to stay 5 minutes away from her. There was plenty of room for all of us to sleep, and the a/c worked great in the downstairs and the master bedroom. Luckily we brought fans because the weather was hot for September, and we read in another review that there were no ceiling fans. Lake water was clean and refreshing. Kayaking was great! Fire pit is a great amenity. Loons were magical, and we also enjoyed the daily visits from the hummingbirds. Enjoyed Belfast, and had great dinners at the Nautilus, the Front Street Pub, and Darby’s (don’t miss the baked Jarlsburg)! Thank you, Andrea, for the perfect spot! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie J.

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

Lakefront

Lovely lakefront property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda L., Vermont, USA

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

Beautiful relaxing stay

We couldn't have asked for a more perfect spot for a long weekend to rest and relax. The house had everything we needed. Everyday was a treat seeing (and hearing) loons, and even a couple of bald eagles. We will certainly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Johanna v., Waterville, ME

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

Relaxing weekend with friends

House was great and very comfortable, SO many amenities. Stunning views. Easy access to grocery stores nearby. Crowded lake with ample sound from the road across the lake and many motorized vehicles on the lake. We very much enjoyed the kayaks and canoe, and the loons!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

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

Wonderful!

Brought family with 3 adults and children 6yr and 9yrs.Perfect for small kids to wade in water. Didn’t catch fish but caught crayfish. Kayaks and canoe in great shape and everyone had a great time. There is a German Shepherd next-door that is playful, but might runoff with your stuff or tear it up. Little ones need to be cautioned not to try and get it back from him. Otherwise, he is good with kids. The home was very well stocked. Air conditioning in one bedroom upstairs. No ceiling fans in bedrooms. Beds and furniture are comfortable. Grill worked good. Plenty of cooking and baking ware. Even big dispenser for water. Ice trays were filled. Just need to bring your own soap and shampoo items. Our dogs did well in the basement or out on a leash. The house is on the shady side of the lake. The other side has a main thru road with traffic noise, so we were happy with that. Overall a great choice rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Wonderful Stay and Host

Beautiful home with all of the amenities and then some. Close to town yet removed enough to be peaceful and relaxing. Gracious and responsive host.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

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

Happy Place

This was our second time we stayed at Andrea’s in Swanville. We have rented several homes over the years but this one is our absolute favorite. It’s quiet and relaxing at the lake house house with plenty of indoor and outdoor activities but also a short distance to Belfast for shopping and great restaurants. Andrea was an excellent host who went out of her way to help schedule our stay this year and was always available for questions. The memories we had here will last a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Swan Lake

Great location and property on the water! Really appreciated pet friendly, ability to make meals and swimming/fire pit. One suggestion, larger beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

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

Time with Friends

We recently spent 4 nights at Heav'nsent and had a wonderful time. It's a beautiful location, and though it was about 90 minutes from the entrance to Acadia, it was well worth it. If our agenda had included Camden, Banghor, or Belfast, it would have been even more ideal--we'll leave that for next time. The kitchen is well stocked and allowed us to enjoy making meals together in the evenings. The view is not overstated and was a highlight every morning as we enjoyed a cup of coffee on the deck. Andrea was prompt in her responses and has created a house that feels like home. We will certianly recommend it for friends and family who make trips to the area in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carol B.

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

Nice place for a quiet getaway

Enjoyed our weekend getaway, would stay longer next time. Everything was great except for the weather but you can’t control Mother Nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Maine Vacation

Very nice home with frontage on a pretty lake. Beautiful view.Accurate listing. Good sized combination family room kitchen and dining room on main floor with walkout deck along the entire length. Good sized bedrooms. Property was very clean. All needed amenities are available. Acadia is a 70 minute drive to Bar Harbor. Highly recommend Young’s Lobster Depot for lobster.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Freda L., Findlay

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

Maine Vacation

This lovely home is situated on beautiful Swan Lake. This was our first visit to Maine and we were looking for a location where we could make day trips. The view from the house is beautiful. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed. The host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. I would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy H., Edisto Island, SC

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

Friends trip to Maine

This is a beautiful home to relax and enjoy the beauty of Swan Lake. We had fun using the canoe, kayaking, grilling out and sitting around the fire pit and seeing the stars! The kitchen is well stocked and clean for having meals at “home” and sitting out on the deck overlooking the lake. We saw loons, geese, eagles and ospreys daily. I feel in love the call of the loons! The 4 of us had a wonderful stay and would love to return some day!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Cozy, clean home with excellent views!

Lovingly maintained home, close to Belfast and other attractions. Great lakefront getaway from life's hustle and bustle.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Wonderful!

We have come back to this lovely spot three years in a row. Andrea is a great host, and we couldn't ask for a more beautiful and comfortable accommodation. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andrea Nilson

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I grew up in Bloomfield CT and currently live in North Stonington, CT. I went to school at Quinnipiac University, and after a 35-year career in the pharmaceutical industry, I am retired. We have been vacationing or visiting Swan Lake for years now and absolutely love this hidden gem of a lake. We decided to try the cottage rental business so that we can share the beauty and peacefulness of the surroundings. I love the simple life.

Why they chose this property

This property is my dream come true as I have always wanted a place on a lake. When we were up there last year I noticed this home for sale and went to take a look with my mom and our good friend who also rents on the lake. As my husband likes to tell our friends "I left her unsupervised for a little while and she comes back with a house". What is life if you can't achieve your dreams. This is God's gift with the beautiful surroundings, abundant wildlife, crystal clear lake water, fishing, the sounds of Loons, friendly neighbors. It's paradise and a great way to get away from it all.
Just couldn't help wanting to be a part of a lake community. Besides, Maine is such a beautiful state and camping vacations as a child have made a lasting impression.

What makes this property unique

Our home has an expansive wrap around deck, which is so relaxing to sit out on. The numerous picture windows in the bedrooms and living room are unbelievable and there's nothing like waking up in the morning to see such a lovely view of the lake. It's almost like you're floating on the water.

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English

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