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Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Mattawamkeag, ME
  • Place, Millinocket Memorial Library
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, South Twin Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Moose's Lair

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin

The wind softly whistles through the pines as the river flows past. Welcome to paradise on the Penobscot River: Moose's Lair. Rumor has it that Henry David Thoreau passed by this unique property en route to Mt. Katahdin.

A cozy, rustic, 1 bedroom loft/1 bath log cabin (sleeps 4) await you as you enter the Gateway to the Northern Maine Woods. With close proximity to Baxter State Park, Mt. Katahdin, the Appalachian Trail and so much more…you’ll experience all-season outdoor fun. And, just steps away from your cabin, you'll find great fishing in the river.

Enjoy traditional activities such as: canoeing, kayaking, hiking, bird watching, fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling on designated trails. Or simply relax on the grounds, watching the river flow past while keeping an eye out for the eagles that love to rest in the treetops.

This is a prime media-free yet WI-FI enabled spot, to use as a base camp for hiking and exploring the Katahdin area! So, don’t wait and book now. You’re sure to love it as much as we do!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids to be accompanied by an adult at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
There is an existing lead for dogs on premises
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please dispose of all cig butts properly.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2383169vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mattawamkeag

Located in Mattawamkeag, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mattanawcook Pond and Upper Long Pond, while Moose Prints Gallery and Gifts and North Light Gallery are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Mattawamkeag, ME

What's nearby

  • Millinocket Memorial Library - 27 min drive - 36.3 km
  • South Twin Lake - 36 min drive - 50.8 km
  • Ambejejus Lake - 42 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Millinocket Lake - 43 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument - 47 min drive - 75.3 km

Getting around

  • Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Berry Land - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪villiage Inn Bellevue - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cross-Roads Restaurant & Motel - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin?

As of 2 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin on 4 August 2026 start from NZ$1,270, 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 Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moose's Lair 1 Bed/1 Bath Charming Rustic Log Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Jato Highlands Golf Course, Lincoln Memorial Library and Mt. Jefferson. Penobscot Valley Hospital and Mattanawcook Pond are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

becky h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property, cabin was adorable. Host was responsive and gracious. We had a wonderfully relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Guests were perfect. Alerting me to a listing issue (a VRBO thing when they pushed updates) but was easily resolved. Left the cabin in great shape. Would love to have them back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

toddi.steelman@gmail.com S.

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

Tranquil getaway

This small cabin is right on the Penobscot River. It was perfect for two people. We spent our evenings on the porch watching the river flow by after some really great days of hiking trails in the region. The bed is in a loft so be prepared to climb a ladder.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2021
Toddi was a great guest! I’m so glad they had a good time. It’s guests like Toddi that make me happy to share these amazing cabins!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

Moose’s Lair

Property was great. FYI the one of the pictures makes it look like the river runs right to lawn but there is a steep incline to access river which if I had known I wouldn’t have brought my kayak. Otherwise the pictures are good representation of the property.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

We were very isolated, not much of any chance to go for hikes or even walks.

I know it was a cabin, but given the fact it was too dangerous to hike, or even walk for that matter, it would have been nice with a fireplace. (Fire pit was completely covered) Considering all this it probably would have made it easier to take if there was the satilite and cable TV, that had been included in the amenities. Ended up leaving 2 days early.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2022
I’m sorry your stay did not meet your expectations. Satellite is available, but you’d need to bring your own device. Winter in Maine can be extreme at times.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

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

Peaceful Getaway

The cabin is perfect for two people. My pup loved the outside area. It's nice and quite. The location is perfect, hiking, grilling, swimming.... etc. There is hunting in the area so you will hear some gunshots in the distance. The eagle welcomed us our first morning there. It was truly a wonderful place.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Great time on time on the river

Great little cabin on the river. Check in was easy with lock box. Everything as expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Serene cabin on the river

Perfect spot to relax and get away from it all. The cabin was right on the river. Our family enjoyed fishing and caught several bass. The conditions on the river during our stay made it possible to float down stream from the dam on tubes. We watched a bald eagle and at night sat out at the fire. This is the best equipped rental I’ve ever been in. The hosts have thought of everything you might need. Any questions we had were answered immediately and the cabin was immaculate. We would definitely go back. Great experience overall. Thanks for having us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

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

Stay

Enjoyed our stay very much !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette G.

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

So relaxing!

We had such a great time ! This little cabin was very clean and well stocked! It had everything we needed. The hosts were so fast to answer my many questions :) Get yourself a fishing license if you don't have one! I caught my first fish ever in the river behind the house, and several more after that! Kayaking, hiking, swimming are all near by! Sit in the chairs beside the river and watch the sun set! Great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by mark i lefkin

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Hi! My name's Mark and I want to welcome to my slice of paradise on the Penobscot. I'm so grateful to be able to share this beautiful spot with you. Bear's Den has a rustic, authentic charm that allows you to step back out of time and enjoy nature. Just steps away you'll find the Penobscot river , where great fishing awaits.

Feel free to reach out with any questions. My goal is to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Thank you for your interest!

Why they chose this property

This property overwhelms you with peacefulness and beauty, the moment you step out of your vehicle. The sounds of the flowing Penobscot River draw you in and never let you go. With 2 companion cabins, (Moose's Lair and Bear's Den) which are available as a pair or separately, you and your family can enjoy endless hours of fun. From fishing and hiking to campfires and games, you will have create long-lasting memories at Paradise on the Penobscot!

What makes this property unique

• Over 600 feet of frontage on the Penobscot River
• On clear days, you can see Mt. Katahdin from the river
• 2 companion cabins that can be rented together or separately

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