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Beautiful Downeast Maine Family Lakeside Rental!

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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East Machias, ME
  • Bad Little Falls Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Jasper Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Roque Bluffs State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Anchor Room

1 Queen Bed

Big Room

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master Room

1 Queen Bed

Mint Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Office 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Downeast Maine Family Lakeside Rental!

Family focused lakeside rental on Gardner Lake in East Machias, ME! Sleeps 13, with living, sitting, and kids rooms! Large wrap around deck with grilling and plenty of seating to relax and overlook the lake. Outside games available, including cornhole, ladder golf, and lawn jenga. Property is lakefront but on a shallow cove. Town boat landing and swimming is 1.5 miles away on Chase Mills Road. Sunrise Trail is less than 2.5 miles away. Great central location for Downeast Maine activities, roughly 35 minutes to Quoddy Head Lighthouse and State Park, 25 minutes to the Roque Bluffs State Park and Beach, 20 minutes to Jasper Beach, 40 minutes to Campobello Island, and 55 minutes to the St. Stephen Border Crossing.

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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 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 1 total)
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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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

East Machias

Located in East Machias, this holiday home is on a lake. Reversing Falls Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Machias River Preserve and Roque Bluffs State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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East Machias, ME

What's nearby

  • Bad Little Falls Park - 17 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Jasper Beach - 28 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Roque Bluffs State Park - 33 min drive - 29.1 km
  • The Bold Coast - 34 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Rogue Bluffs Beach - 35 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Takeout - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The French Cellar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Downeast Maine Family Lakeside Rental! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Downeast Maine Family Lakeside Rental!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Downeast Maine Family Lakeside Rental!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Downeast Maine Family Lakeside Rental! located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Burnham Tavern Museum, Bad Little Falls Park and Orange Lake. Machias River Preserve is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house with all the things you might need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

Maine vacation

The House was very nice and welcoming! It was clean and comfortable. We had a fantastic time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy & L.

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

Wonderful stay

Really enjoyed our stay! Very spacious and clean. Kitchen well stocked. Loved the deck in the morning! Beautiful lake. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great home and location for our first visit to Maine. Easy drive to Lubec, Calais, Eastport, Machiasport and many other locations. As wonderful as the photos and description may be, it is actually better! Lots of attention to the small things that make traveling easier. And as many others have said, sitting on the porch was very relaxing. Communication with Lucas was easy and prompt and without a doubt I would stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect. That porch over looking the lake and the stars. Lots of wildlife to see. The house is perfect, stocked with all the essentials and more then I’ve ever had in a vrbo stay. The cabin is far enough away to be quiet, but close to all the essentials. I’ve been to Machias area a million times, this was the best visit yet. I’ve already booked my week for next year. Next year Im hoping to see a moose.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucas’s home was perfect for our 3 generation family vacation. We felt at home from the moment we arrived and it had everything we needed for our stay. Our group of 11 adults had plenty of room to spread out. We enjoyed the porch immensely. The home was located within reasonable driving distance to many great locations for hiking, whale watching, and dining. We are most meals at the house and it had everything we needed to prepare and serve our food.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan q.

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

Another great time!

This was my third time renting this property. This time my daughter and her family joined me. It was a great chance to hike and get out on the water in the kayaks provided. S'mores around the campfire at night and coffee on the covered porch in the morning were wonderful experiences. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy V.

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

Family summer vacation

The home was spacious and perfect for our family of teenage & young adult kids! Plenty of space to spread out or gather together. The porch was a treat! The kids (age 13-25) even had an epic game of hide and seek in the house one evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

H S.

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

Lovely Lake Getaway

The house was exactly as shown and is gigantic. There were just two of us but it would be perfect for a party of 10 or more. The deck was lovely to sit out on in the morning and evening as it had a serene lake view. The home had everything you could want from pots and pans, kayaks, games and a lovely welcome gift. It's a close drive to a few restaurants and shops which we frequented each evening.We would absolutely stay here again and the hosts were a delight, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

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

Long weekend

My extended family stayed for three nights. We all enjoyed the house; the youngest was 20 and the oldest was 88. There was enough room for us to spread out, and the property was equipped with all the comforts that we needed. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treana W.

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

Family vacation

This is our second year staying at the Morris lake house. We love getting out of the Florida heat and relaxing on the lake. The grandkids love kayaking and fishing. The area is so full of nature. Last year we had moose and deer wander the property. This year we watched a pair of ducks visit every day as well as a beaver. We had several deer make their way through the woods. It is so peaceful just to sit out on the covered porch even in the rain. The house has plenty of space so with 8 of us we were never crowded. We will be booking again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Work Trip / Family Vacation

My husband had to work in Machias, so we had the opportunity to stay in this spacious house with our four kids. Although the weather wasn't ideal, we hardly noticed because the house was filled with an abundance of games, puzzles, and movies! We had a blast the entire time we were there. I also appreciated the decor and especially loved the cozy quiet spots where I could escape with a good book.
Stayed 25 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

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

Excellent location

Loved the location and the home is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

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

Wonderful stay in Maine's bold coast

Beautiful house for DownEast Maine exploration. Plenty of room, well stocked, great communication with owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

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

Home away from home

Excellent stay. Ample space, nicely decorated, well-equipped kitchen, bath, and laundry. Very clean. The hosts were very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave I.

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

Nice

Very comfort clean excellent deck and grill veiw breath taking
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

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

Fantastic Stay

Beautiful spacious house! Location was amazing. Sits right on the lake. Kayaking was a huge hit. Plenty to do for all the kids ages 0 -13. 13 of us stayed here to visit family in Machiasport. It was perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Panicking O.

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

Maine Wedding

Had a wonderful time! The house was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. Plenty of space as well as quiet. My 8 year old niece loves the toys in the play room which was a plus and although we didn’t get to use them, having the kayaks were and awesome extra! The personalized sign and the bag of goodies was a wonderful surprise. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is the perfect place to stay in Maine. Situated by the lake on a quiet road, it is beautiful and peaceful. The house is clean, spacious and comfortable. My kids said it felt like a "home away from home" and I agree. The game room was perfect for my boys. My daughters loved the reading nook upstairs. One of my favorite spots was the covered porch that overlooks the yard towards the lake. I would probably have spent more time just sitting on that porch (I did take a couple of naps out there) if I had more time. The yard is beautifully laid out - a firepit to one side of the nicely mown grass with a path leading to the lake. The trees and native plants growing around the yard are simply beautiful. This property is private and peaceful. We went kayaking and made s'mores in the firepit. We visited Acadia a couple of days, but my kids absolutely loved the closer, quieter Jasper Beach. We went at low tide - this rock beach has an incredible variety of gorgeous rocks that my kids enjoyed discovering, and they even took lots of pictures of the rocks to remember. It was a foggy, overcast evening, which added to the charm. Communication with the host, Lucas, was quick and easy. I would highly recommend this property and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha m.

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

Awesome home!

Everything was just perfect! Home Is very clean and had enough space for all of us. Covered porch was a hit. Only disappointment was not seeing the moose!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Lovely lakeside house

House is beautiful and well maintained. Plenty of space for kids to play and adults to get away from the kids 😊. Kitchen well stocked. Lake is quiet. Lots of activities in the area that we enjoyed such as hiking and boating. Went to St Andrew’s in Canada for whale watching. Had a wonderful week and hope to go back some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan q.

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

Even Moose drawn to Gardner Lake

Imagine our amazement when a moose walked by along the shore of Gardner Lake one afternoon! This was our second visit to this wonderful home and it continues to deliver comfort, cleanliness, and a beautiful view from sunrise to sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Perfect Spot

The Morris lake house was exactly what we needed for our trip. Perfect location of the main roads and on the lake. Ver impressed with all of the accommodations. Always a relief when you forgot all the kitchen things like a bag or parchment paper. The house was clean and comfortable with plenty of room. One of the best VRBO houses we have stayed at. Lucas and Evonn responded in seconds with any questions. Couldn’t be happier.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall D., Huntsville, TN

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

Staycation

I basically lived here for 3 months and didn’t want to leave. This property is amazing and has everything you would ever need. The owners are amazing as the house, I highly recommend this property!!!
Stayed 92 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan q., Plattsburgh, NY, USA

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

Beautiful Lakehouse

Everything has been thought of. The location is beautiful and peaceful. The lake is crystal clear. I hope to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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