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The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck

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Location
Host

Very good

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Franklin, ME

Bar Harbor Whale Watching
Abrams Pond
‪18 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪55 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck

Lazy Lumberjack Lakeside Cottage

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Located on a gorgeous 32-acre property just 8 minutes from Franklin, The Cottage offers a serene waterfront haven. Take the canoe and kayak out on Great Pond. Enjoy alfresco meals on the deck, then gather around the firepit. This one bedroom vacation rental offers a genuine cabin feel with modern upgrades and all the comforts of home. If traveling with a larger group, consider also renting The Cabin -- located about a 10-minute walk away.

After fun-filled days, relax in the comfy living area and watch a new movie on the smart TV. The well-equipped kitchen has everything needed to create your favorite dishes. When it’s time to dine, the table seats four. The Cottage has a queen bed in the bedroom and a full-size futon in the living area. The bathroom is configured with a tub/shower combination. A twin bed can be found in the open loft area. The loft is accessed via a steep ladder, safety rails recently added.

The wraparound deck has incredible vistas of the surrounding woods and peekaboo lake views. Make use of the gas grill and enjoy an afternoon cookout. Enjoy starlit nights around the wood-burning firepit. This lakefront property includes the use of a canoe, kayak and paddleboard. The Cottage has a three-story layout with a ramp to the front door. Additional perks include complimentary Wi-Fi and a private washer/dryer.

Nestled on Great Pond, your vacation home offers wonderful seclusion, but is still only an 8-minute drive from Franklin and a 20-minute drive from Ellsworth. For an incredible day trip, pay a visit to Acadia National Park or Bar Harbor.

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

Dock details:

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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

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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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Wild Acadia Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Sullivan Harbor Farm and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, ME

What's nearby

Abrams Pond - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
Downeast Scenic Railroad - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
Acadia National Park - 39 min drive - 33.7 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 55 min drive - 50.6 km
West Street Historic District - 60 min drive - 54.9 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ruth & Wimpy's - ‬13 min drive
‪YU Take Out - ‬14 min drive
‪Ironbound Inn - ‬19 min drive
‪Sullivan Harbor Farm Smokehouse - ‬19 min drive
‪Galley - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck?

As of 3 August 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck on 17 August 2025 start from NZ$653.62, 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.

What time is check-in at The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage | Peaceful 32-Acre Lakefront Getaway | Canoe, Firepit & Big Deck located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show, Donnell Pond and Abrams Pond. Black Beach and Sullivan Harbor Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km).

8.4

Very good

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7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

8.2/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Theresa M.

3 June 2025

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

Honeymoon

My husband and I spent the 1st 2 nights of our honeymoon at this cottage and it was very rustic and intimate. The neighborhood was quiet and secluded. All in all it was a good time

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eldora P.

27 June 2025

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Lazy Lumberjack Cottage

it was a very peaceful area. The use of the canoe to paddle the pond was a bonus. I gave the cleanliness only 2 stars as it was obvious no one had been in prior to our arrival. There were hundreds of dead & live ants. Also piles of sawdust on counters. I mention this only because it needs serious pest control, the ant traps are helping but only slightly. Otherwise I give 4 stars for cleanliness! Strangely the gas stove gas supply was turned off behind the stove. This reads like nothing but complaints but we enjoyed our stay immensely & just feel for the sake of the cottage & business to bring attention to the ant problem.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

16 August 2024

Amazing trip!

We loved this cottage. The grounds are gorgeous and the house is so cozy. The kitchen was well stocked.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

21 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

An amazing place to stay. We absolutely loved the cabin.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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8/10 Good

Lauren M.

14 June 2024

Lake Cottage

The location to Acadia was convenient. Peaceful and private stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zach Z.

9 July 2025

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Unsafe Property

Please be careful booking this property. When we arrived at the rental our first night we were greeted with a strong gas smell throughout the house. There had been a gas leak prior to us arriving. We quickly contacted the host and emergency services. The fire department shut off the gas, cleared the house and instructed that we had a professional come out to evaluate the issue, mind you this was after traveling several hours to the property. The gas concentrations were very dangerous. One flip of the light switch and it could have caused an explosion. The owner assured us that they would have someone come out to house the next day. We never heard from them again. We spent the next several days attempting to cook all of our food on the outside grill. Much of the food we were planning to cook in the oven went bad as we were unable to cook in the kitchen. 3 weeks since our stay concluded and they are still giving us the runaround. I would caution anyone looking into the property if they are looking for a safe rental.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

23 June 2024

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

Quiet and relaxing

A perfect spot to get away, yet close to Acadia. We had a great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

17 June 2024

Peaceful lakeside stay

Quiet, serene, and private. Firepit was very relaxing, bed was comfortable, and the top room my son really enjoyed.

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8/10 Good

mark C.

18 October 2024

Lumberjack

Very private rustic cabin with a nice view of the lake.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

susanne c.

31 August 2024

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

Lumber Jack cabin

Quiet peaceful restful week. Kayaking, hiking, reading and napping. Top three of our vacations.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

1 September 2024

Amazing fishing location!

We loved the cozy cabin! We went in August and it was great. The pond next to the cabin is stocked with bass. We caught and released so many! Highly recommended for anyone that wants to fish.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

20 August 2024

Fabulous

Very charming rustic log cabin. All the amenities and then some. Spent lots of time on the dock soaking in the beauty of the lake. Wished we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

5 June 2023

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

Very nice

Enjoyed our time there!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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8/10 Good

Lisa S.

4 August 2024

Peaceful retreat

The property is beautiful and relaxing. The cabin is very rustic but comfortable. Unfortunately, the temperature was unseasonably warm for the area when we visited. There are multiple fans but they are small. A few larger fans (for these unusual times) would have been nice. Overall, a very relaxing and enjoyable stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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8/10 Good

Adrian Z.

15 September 2024

Log Cabin on the Pond next to ATV trails

Cool spot on the water, the house was spacious and the second floor primary bedroom was comfortable and clean. The dock seemed well maintained along with the fire pit. Wood was provided, stacked near the fire pit. Internet worked great. This property is near some active ATV trails, and we had some unwelcome visitors our last night with 3 loud ATVs out on the dirt road in front of the cabin and trails until nearly midnight. If you love four wheelers - great! If not, then this location may not be for you.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

22 July 2023

Quiet Rustic Getaway

Beautiful property right on the lake. Firewood provided with the rental was a nice extra. Location is perfect for those who want to avoid crowds. Took about 45 minutes to get to Acadia NP and an hour to Bangor airport. Cabin has no AC which was not a problem with the cooler temperatures.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

22 June 2024

Perfect Maine Stay

This house was absolutely perfect for our stay in Maine! We spent most of our time in and around Bar Harbor, and although this house is about a 45 minute drive from that, it was an easy drive and felt like an amazing getaway from the city. You cannot beat the location on the picturesque Great Pond. It was a breath of fresh air to drink our coffee outside every morning with the view of the water before getting our day started. We felt perfectly safe as two young women staying here, as the house feels just secluded enough but not too much that makes you feel like you are completely isolated. It felt like a "glamping" experience to stay here in that it felt rustic while having all the amenities that you might miss while camping. The only thing I would say is beware that the ladder to the loft is very steep, and would probably not be the best fit for someone with mobility issues or a young child. Overall, our stay was wonderful and I would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip O.

14 August 2023

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

A peaceful getaway in the woods.

I loved how quiet and isolated this property was! You could hear a pin drop when standing outside. There weren't even any birds to wake you in the morning. The wife and I stayed there for our anniversary week and enjoyed every minute of it. Week cooked in the nice little kitchen and grilled outside once. On the one day it rained, we stayed in all day and streamed movies or watched ones from their small DVD collection. The furniture was very comfortable. Even I at 6'4" slept fine in the smaller full size bed. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

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4/10 Poor

Zack V.

7 February 2023

Nice cabin, but service from Vacasa was lacking

Overall nice little cabin on a beautiful secluded pond. Despite saying wood for the fireplace was provided there was no wood when we arrived. It was October and was only 30°F outside and the tiny space heater was no where near enough. Reached out to Vacasa who didn't even want to put in a ticket for the wood. Also had two of the three kitchen lights out and the door lock battery died so it wouldn't work. So 3 service tickets in the first 24 hours. They only ever fixed the door. So we sat in the dark in the kitchen and bought our own wood. I was told the would reimburse the wood but when I tried texting the local manager i was promptly blocked and none of my messages will deliver. In conclusion a really nice beautiful cabin that was ruined by poor management.

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca S.

26 October 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

NO HEAT

This would probably be fine in the summer, but should not be rented off season. Original listing had no menu of it being just a summer house/not having heat. Also did not realize it's being listed through a management company. Introductory email specifically said there was a wood stove and wood provided. No wood was there. I went to use the stove and it had a gas insert that i could not get working. I called the help number and the people in Oregon (yes, Oregon!) told me a series of lies and tried gaslighting me saying they told me stove didn't work. The ad on vrbo was magically rewritten less than 24 hours after my first complaint. It was down to 47 the next morning. I slept in my truck 2 nights due to the cold. It was never comfortable in there. Vacasa has totally ignored me. Vrbo has also not been much help. Complaints are being filed with BBB and my credit card. In addition, WI-FI is pretty much non existent, bring your own paper products--including TP, and there's barely enough hot water for one shower.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca R., Annapolis, US

17 October 2023

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

Don't ever stay with Vacasa

Managed by Vacasa, horrible customer service - they aren't located in the same country and they told me "someone will be out shortly to serve you" (obviously no one came). Outdated and changed ads for the cabin. The cabin ad stated clearly that there was a *WOOD STOVE* in the "winter months". I booked the cabin because of this feature. I received THREE acknowledgment and preparation emails from Vacasa stating that the wood stove would be available and that WOOD WOULD BE PROVIDED IN THE FOYER. I show up and there is no wood stove, there is a gas stove - and it's turned off for the season. They have since changed their ad but it still says "wood stove"... it's a gas stove with fake wood... come on people... 52 degrees in the Cabin when I arrived during daylight hours. Blatant laziness that the stove wasn't turned on for that low of temps. Does there have to be a risk of freezing to death before the heat is turned on? Oh and the "dock" was totally destroyed. Smoke Detectors kept beeping due to low battery. Wifi wasn't fast enough for the TV to simply load a single app. The mattress is spring and probably 50 years old. You're better off sleeping in a tent.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Cyd L.

11 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage by the lake

We stayed for one night in this lovely, rustic cottage and wished we had more than one day to enjoy the amenities, which was a fantastic lakeside spot with a dock, fire pit, kayaks, and wrap around deck. The cottage was charming and cozy, with an unusual layout with a loft above the 2nd floor bedroom. The one minor glitch to the trip was having to call Vacasa repeatedly for the access code to the house, which we did not get until we are at the house.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara C.

10 October 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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8/10 Good

Erick L.

27 September 2024

Cute little cabin

Very peaceful little cabin with everything we needed. Would definitely go back again. You can tell the owners actually care and put time into the property.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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8/10 Good

Sarah K.

8 September 2024

Peaceful and rustic

Rustic cabin with most required amenities, comfy bed, spacious for 2-4 people. The dock on the pond is superb. Such a gorgeous spot for coffee, reading or snoozing. Very nice to have kayak etc and paddle around the pond which is super quiet. We rode bikes on the nearby mixed use path which was fun. Easy access to Ellsworth and Acadia. Recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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8/10 Good

Theresa M.

Honeymoon

Theresa M.

8/10 Good

Eldora P.

Lazy Lumberjack Cottage

Eldora P.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Amazing trip!

Rachel G.

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Nick

8/10 Good

Lauren M.

Lake Cottage

Lauren M.

2/10 Terrible

Zach Z.

Unsafe Property

Zach Z.

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Quiet and relaxing

Kerry B.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Peaceful lakeside stay

Amanda H.

8/10 Good