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Beautiful lake side cottage

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 464.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Hermon Mountain
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
  • Place, Maine Savings Amphitheater
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful lake side cottage

Enjoy all that lake life has to offer with amenities like restaurants, shopping, and leisure activities nearby. Listen to the Loons and Peepers while relaxing on the deck near the fire. Head to town for dinner and a movie or to check out the local night life/leisure activities. Suits all purposes. The cottage sits up on a little hill. There is a ramp/stairway down to the water so guests can enjoy the water/kayaks etc. Hot Tub is not functional at this time.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
All we ask is that you do the dishes and put the trash in the outside bins. This is to avoid attracting pests. Thank you very much.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If you smoke or vape on the deck please make sure the bedroom window and front door are closed. Thank you.

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

About the area

Hampden

Located in Hampden, this cottage is on the waterfront. Penobscot River and Waterfront Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Sports Arena and Maine Discovery Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Center or Bangor Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hampden, ME

What's nearby

  • Hermon Mountain - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 13 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 14 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Bangor Mall - 17 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dysart's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chase's Family Restaurant & Hide-Away Lounge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful lake side cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful lake side cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful lake side cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful lake side cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Hermon Mountain and within 9 miles (15 km) of The Sports Arena and Penobscot River. Cole Land Transportation Museum and University of Maine at Bangor are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The places is comfortable and was well stocked with spices and anything else you need in the kitchen. The view was gorgeous and it was on a nice quiet street.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Peaceful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam F.

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

Cabin on the water

We had a great stay. The loons on the pond and bald eagles were a great site while out kayaking. The house had everything we needed. Short drives for necessities but still a quiet place to be. Owner was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shay M.

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

Home away from home

I grew up in this area and this felt just like home! The pond is so nice to wake up to right outside your window. Feels like a classic Maine camp.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kartik K.

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

Amazing property

It was a very well maintained and fully functional property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Herman Pond Camp

The cottage was very nice. The owner was very available for any needs. Great view of the Lake, we had use of the Kayaks. Good location with Brewer and Bangor only minutes away. The only down side was the Lake access was very weedy so swimming available but you had to make it thru the lily pads to clear water, and The stairway to the water was very steep. This fact was not mentioned in the add for the cottage....otherwise we had a very nice stay
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justteen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, very clean and very accommodating with lots of supplies that you may need the outside could use a little TLC but nothing major our only complaint and it’s just barely a complaint is that it didn’t have any of the regular TV stations like ABC NBC so one we were out and about hiking all day and we are baseball fans and wanted to come home and watch the playoffs but couldn’t, but that was minor all in all. It was a positive experience !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was an amazing spot to rest, and take in great views. The use of the kayaks was a huge bonus. It was clean, cozy, the bed was comfortable, the shower was great, and there were bald eagles and loons to see. Ben was immediately responsive to any and all of my questions. I felt very supported during my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside was nice grounds could be cleaner overall nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina M.

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

Cozy and clean

Beautiful cozy cottage. Loved seeing the resident Bald Eagle. If ever back in Maine, would book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

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

Trip to Maine

My husband and I really enjoyed this property. The house was small and cozy and had all the amenities we needed for our week in Maine. We really liked sitting out on the porch listening to all the birds in the pond. We hope to come back one day and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Frielndy

Very responsive easy to communicate with
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Todd B.

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

Weekend Stay

Good central location for our activities, beautiful view & quiet neighborhood. Unfortunately the water pressure in the bathroom was an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

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

Lovely and relaxing

The property was exactly as shown in the pictures. The view of the lake was wonderful morning, noon and night. We appreciated the available kayaks. The host was very accommodating and easy to work with. The only negative comment we have is that the water pressure in the bathroom was very low, especially in the shower. We will stay here agaIn!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvin C.

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

Wonderful view!

We had a great stay, house was as described. Enjoyed outside on the deck, and everything we needed was provided during our time there. Being from Louisiana, August is HOT during the summer. We loved being on the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fendall F.

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

Perfect!

Very cute cottage and picturesque location! Perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Nice weekend

The directions and entry process were easy to follow and the cute place was very clean for our weekend. We went to Bar Harbor tor the day and went to see James Taylor at the Maine Savings Amphitheater. We enjoyed the short commute home and the welcoming sound of the loons on the pond!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine C.

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

Little piece of heaven

My husband and I loved the lake house. It was very peaceful and relaxing. We loved watching the chipmunks play, the loons and the Bald Eagle that landing on the tree in front of us. My husband took out the kayak to explore the pond. The place was clean and everything it described in the posting. When I did have a question Ben answered right away. I would definitely stay there again. Also, loved watching the sunrise over the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great views! Centrally located.

So, what can I say that hasn’t already been highlighted. The property itself is your a typical Maine lake house. It is close to a few amenities like Hannifords and a few restaurants but not too far from Bangor. The interior is completely updated and is stocked as you would expect with top quality rentals. Views are top notch. And Ben our host is and was extremely responsive. This is definitely a place I would recommend If you’re on the hunt for something off the regular market. A+ listing as described.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea B.

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

Nice spot

We needed a place that would accommodate our dogs. This worked out great. Nice quiet area. Clean, a little off the beaten path, had everything we needed and perfect for our short stay for the UMaine graduation. My only complaints: the water pressure, the sudden loss of electricity (something out of a horror movie) which was not the owners fault and the eyesore next door also not the owners fault. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Not happy

This is not a small cabin in the woods by yourself. It has close neighbors and is not really far from everything nor close. It does not have a usable hot tub though when we booked it, it was part of the amenities. Also there is a dock and some very steep stairs that go to the water. Apparently if the area gets rain the dock goes under water and you have no access to the lake. We asked the host to consider giving us a discount of $50 per night for the stay due to the broken hot tub and the dock being underwater giving us no access to the lake. We got the run around for over a month and the host has refused to work with us on these issues with the house. I have never left a bad review but I would not recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean cute property on the waterfront! Enjoyed our stay and would love to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Getaway

My husband and i had a nice little getaway. The place was clean, quiet with breathtaking views to calm any nerves. We enjoyed ourselves. We were close to anywhere we wanted to go while being off the beaten path. Living in the city this was a nice break from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

maryann z., Pittsburgh, PA

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

Perfect location

Great location for easy drives to all of the sights in Maine. Bangor, Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Moosehead Lake and even a nice short drive to St Andrews New Brunswick. It is on a pond with great views but the steps to get to are steep and sloping. Can take a walk on the quiet dead end road. Cabin was very clean with everything you would need. Easy communication with the owners. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARY G.

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

Bar Harbor

Great location and Ben was great to answer any questions quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ben Harvey

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We are a married couple who live local to the property. We want you to enjoy your stay and will work hard to make sure you do!

Why they chose this property

This property is for anyone looking for the comforts of home. It is close to Bangor and right on the pond!

What makes this property unique

Pet friendly, lake front, amenities of home

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