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Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near.

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Private kitchen
Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Pickleball on-site
    A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Orland, ME
  • Place, Branch Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Telephone Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Phillips Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near.

Wildlife, sunsets, nature surrounding, hiking, swimming, boating access just a few miles away. Queen bedroom downstairs and loft with 2 twins up. Owners' house on property with organic gardens and flower beds. Friendly lab who loves guests. Quiet retreat 30 minutes from Ellsworth and Bangor urban amenities. 30 Miles from Acadia National Park. 5 minute drive to Bald Mountain or Great Pond Conservation Trust. 5 miles from Pristine Branch Lake with public boat launch and swimming area. Enjoy all that you need to recharge and relax in this cozy little guest house. Pickleball court on site. Easy access - first floor living. Efficient living in 480 square feet.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Loft BR steep stairs - not for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on premises
Loft bedroom has steep stairs and no door. No good for young children or anyone with low mobility

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3875247vb
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

About the area

Orland

Located in Orland, this cottage is in a rural area. Telephone Museum and Northeast Historic Film are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jonathan Buck Monument and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Orland, ME

What's nearby

  • Branch Lake - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Telephone Museum - 15 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Phillips Lake - 21 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Green Lake - 23 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 31 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Lucerne Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Happytown - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪BlueberryPatch Bakery - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Dave's Pit BBQ - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near.?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Quiet guest cottage-private setting! Hiking, boating, swimming, wildlife near. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Branch Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Telephone Museum and Long Pond. Toddy Pond and Lower Patten Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and beautiful area. Owners are friendly and helpful and right close by in their house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage on private land. Everything we could have needed was included and it was all so clean and quaint. Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
Thank you we are so glad you enjoyed our cottage. We hope you return to Maine !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HEIDI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was quiet and serene. Beautiful setting and wonderful hosts. Highly recommended for a stay away from the hustle of a city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay. This property was MUCH nicer than we even expected. It is a beautiful property and a very comfortable little cottage. I couldn't recommend it more highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for your kind words
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Quiet cozy place

Awesome place, nice to come back from the bustle of Acadia and Bar Harbor to this quiet sanctuary, Host;s were great!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Relaxing

Enjoyable weekend. Kids loved the pickleball court. Easy 50 minute drive to Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thank you Rebecca. Glad you enjoyed your stay in Maine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was great! Very clean and cozy. Very well supplied. Did not have an opportunity to use the pickleball court. Great location and the hosts were very responsive. Saw deer on the drive up to the cottage. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

A peaceful resting place

We loved staying here! It was very clean and far enough from the hustle of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, but close enough we were able to drive to both each day. We had all we needed for our stay here, and even a few extra treats! Kelly was attentive to any of our extra needs and feedback. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2024
Thank you ! Enjoyed having you here !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage just far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor. We were close enough to Acadia that it wasn’t a long drive. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped with kitchen necessities. We saw deer in the yard several times. Kathy was very nice and chatted with us during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2025
Thank you. We are glad you enjoyed your stay !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vickie H.

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

Charming and Peaceful

The pictures do not do this place justice! It was absolutely stunning and charming - both inside and out. It was perfect for a peaceful getaway and our hosts were outstanding! There are places to stay that are close to Acadia National Park but this place was just right! When we first arrived we especially enjoyed being greeted by wild deer and the not so wild Remy the very friendly resident lab.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great few days at Kelly and Greg's cottage-beautiful private setting with gardens, open yard, deer and pickleball court.Yet still within an easy drive to Acadia and Ellsworth. Cottage clean, comfortable and well equipped. Hosts very easy to contact with questions.Would definitely go back. Oh, then there's the "welcome dog", Remy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sanjana D.

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

A beautiful cottage and lovely hosts

We had the best time here. The cottage is clean and very well-kept, and Kelly and Greg are sweet and helpful. The pickle ball court and garden are an added plus. We loved the homey, summery atmosphere of the cottage and warm welcome we received. And close to Acadia! We’d definitely recommend staying here for anyone considering this property. Thanks Kelly and Greg!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our time in this charming cottage. Kelly and Greg have thought of everything needed to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. The cottage is situated just far enough away from the main attraction sites to allow us to unwind in a peaceful space. The sleeping accommodation met our needs perfectly. The kitchen is set up well with plenty of dishes, utensils, coffee and tea- well thought out. Super clean. We will definitely plan on coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
Thank you ! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can return someday !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified T.

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

A Welcoming, Attractive, and Peaceful Setting

A very beautiful and peaceful setting; the cottage and the surrounding property. Our hosts Kelly & Greg were very attentive and were timely in responding to all questions prior to and throughout our stay. They both are very pleasant and very approachable. The whole family including their lab, Reme were very welcoming. We are hoping to soon return for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Ty and love to have you back. Keep my number !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wessinger F.

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

Serene

The house is absolutely delightful, with numerous charming details. The property itself is breathtaking and peaceful. Communication with Kelly was smooth and prompt. It’s conveniently located within an hour of Acadia, Bar Harbor, and several other towns. The only problem we faced was that my Android phone's directions kept leading us to a house down the street, although the iPhone directions were spot-on.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan O.

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

Kelly’s cabin is a magical oasis

When I first saw the photos of Kelly’s cabin online I wasn’t sure I believed what i saw — a picture perfect representation of the July getaway to Maine we were hoping for. And then when we arrived we were blown away. The coziness of the cabin, lushness of the grounds and utter charm of the home Kelly and Greg have opened to guests was a dream come true. We ended up spending even more of our trip than we originally planned in the cabin and reading into the night on the porch together because we couldn’t get enough of the sweetness of the Loveshack. We are not pickleball players ourselves but we can only imagine this would be a dream destination for anyone enamored of the sport. My only warning is that Google maps and apple GPS are unreliable for navigating the neighborhood so don’t rely on your phones when you arrive — make sure to follow the signs and the mailboxes!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The BEST cottage stay we have ever had! The cottage was exactly as described, clean, quiet, relaxing, and very private. The hosts communicated quickly, were helpful, kind, and checked in each day to see if we needed anything. There were items for us to use in both the fridge and pantry as well as dishes, pots and pans, silverware that were in great condition. We cooked several meals in the house. Plenty of towels and linens to use. The property is beautiful, private, relaxing. We enjoyed the porch. We would HIGHLY recommend this home and hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Fitzpatrick

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Greg and Kelly spend time playing pickleball and maintaining their 70 acres of organic gardens, fruit trees, fields and woods. Their lab, Reme, roams the property and loves having guests. Kelly is a Mainer and Greg originally from NJ>

Why they chose this property

When Kelly found this property in 2009 it was undeveloped and full of blow downs and stumpy trees. She saw the potential and convinced Greg this was their forever home. All these years later they have a guest house, garden shed, main house and barn! And of course a pickleball court. Kelly spends time with organic vegetable gardens and Greg mows the lawns and fields and all maintains all the buildings.

What makes this property unique

We have beautiful sunsets, panoramic hills, lots of wildlife and abut a 6000 acre conservation trust.

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