Cozy Messalonskee Lake Cabin – Dock, Kayaks & Family‑Friendly, Sleeps 5

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake with trees and a gazebo in the background.
A lakeside view with a concrete walkway, metal railing, and a row of blue and white lounge chairs.
A small cabin with a porch and steps, surrounded by trees.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a sink, and a window.
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Belgrade Lakes Chain

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sidney, ME
  • Place, Belgrade Lakes Chain
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Messalonskee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Back Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Augusta

Located in Augusta, Cozy Messalonskee Lake Cabin – Dock, Kayaks & Family‑Friendly, Sleeps 5 is on the beach. Maine State Museum and Redington Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Augusta and Tree Spirits. Kennebec Ice Arena and Viles Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Sidney, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Messalonskee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 12 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Colby College - 17 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Belgrade Lakes Golf - 19 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Keg - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Damon's Quick Stop - Augusta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hollinger Manor - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪New Arcadia Steinhaus - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Messalonskee Lake Cabin – Dock, Kayaks & Family‑Friendly, Sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cozy Messalonskee Lake Cabin – Dock, Kayaks & Family‑Friendly, Sleeps 5?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Messalonskee Lake Cabin – Dock, Kayaks & Family‑Friendly, Sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Messalonskee Lake Cabin – Dock, Kayaks & Family‑Friendly, Sleeps 5?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot

Laid back hosts that were very enjoyable and nice way to see what life is like living on a beautiful lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thanks so much and glad you had a great time at the Lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Beautiful lake area, loved the stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this place

We spent 5 nights at this cabin before our kids went to school. We absolutely loved the cabin and loved our stay. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a quiet retreat with lake access steps away from your cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thanks Patrick and glad you had a good week and weather was pretty good! Hope to see you again next year! Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing time! The property was perfect and had enough room for all of us and everything we needed. The lake is simply gorgeous and we used the kayaks and had such a relaxing time. Also, spectacular sunsets! Great communication with the hosts, will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a sweet space! So close to the lake! Very quiet and peaceful. The loons were calling in the night/morning. The property is well maintained and tastefully decorated. We totally enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
It was great having you. Thanks for taking the time to review us! Hopefully see you next year for the fair.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation-land experience

Traditional Maine camp experience -- beautiful nature, loons, moon, lake. Spent several relaxing mornings outside with coffee and friends. Quiet evenings on the porch. Great place to unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
Thanks Dani! It was great to meet you! Have a great year!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Awesome people/tired cottage

Clean mobile/cabin. Needed new rugs 10 years ago, Everything worked as it should. Be prepared for very steep terrain, owners Doug and Jen are the nicest, warmest people. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 April 2024
Thanks for your kind words! Not sure about steep terrain. Elevation difference from camp to water is 15 feet and handicap renters using scooters have been fine with that. 2024 Floors renovated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, comfortable, beautiful surroundings

I stayed for a week with my spouse, two kids, and our dog. The cabin, itself, was clean and seemed as though it had been updated within the last couple of years. It had everything we could have needed for a comfortable stay. The walk to, and entry into the water, was easy and the lake is clean and clear. The surrounding area is beautiful and relaxing. We enjoyed the fire pit. The laundry is located in a separate building up the hill on the property. The owners also live on-site, along with two other vacation units, so it’s not super private, if that is important to you. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property for any couple or small family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Jaime - Thanks for your kind review. Glad weather was accommodating! We do have one of the largest shore fronts on the lake at 400 feet and over 100 feet of dock space and 60 feet of sandy beach to try and give room for all staying here. Thanks Doug
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful sunny spot on a beautiful lake!

This house was nothing fancy, but exactly what my family needed to unwind. There were exactly enough beds for my partner and our 3 kids, and the kitchen/living room/dining room setup worked great for making simple easy meals. The thing that made the house special was outside. There is a huge expansive lawn leading down to a sparking clear lake which was literally steps from the front door. There's a shared dock and a little sandy beach, and kayaks and canoe and life vests to use. There's a a shaded patio with a dining table and deck chairs for sitting in the sun. Doug was very sweet, checking on us, delivering us a little fire pit and wood when we wanted to make a campfire. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2024
Hi Beth, So nice to meet you and crew! Glad you had a good time and perhaps we'll see you next year. Thanks again for your stay and help to keep these places here for new memories! Doug
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WonderfulTime!!! I’d love to come back again !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love Maine

Quiet simple no worries place with a spectacular view of the lake. It was a great location that we could see everything we wanted to see within an hour’s drive Met the owners and fell in love with them immediately. Great folks. Wish we were closer to come back every year Special thanks to Bryan and Jen for all their help and showing us a better route home
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2021
We wish you were closer to. Very nice ladies, loved talking with them. We’re glad Brian ( another renter) could help you go back to. We would rent to them in a heart beat again.💓
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