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Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026

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A wooden deck with benches overlooking a lake, a white railing, and hanging plants.
A wooden dock with two Adirondack chairs facing a lake surrounded by trees.
A duck swimming in calm water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Megunticook Lake
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Camden, ME
  • Place, Megunticook Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Battie
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026

Situated immediately on the shore of Megunticook Lake, the largest freshwater body in the mid-coast region, “Babb Camp" enjoys spectacular views of the Camden Hills and the nature preserve, Fernald's Neck.

The camp is only 3 miles from the charms of the ocean-front town of Camden, with its many wonderful restaurants and shops, as well as a variety of opportunities to experience Penobscot Bay.

Located well-off the main road down a private road along a gently sloping wooded 2 acre lot, all the residents along this side of the lake are multi-generational owners and should you choose to stay here, you will have access to a very special section of the lake.

An American Bald Eagle is resident on the property most days and the loons can be seen swimming and heard calling at any hour day or night. Angler's can fish right off the dock or in the many coves nearby.

The Camp:

The building is an authentic example of a shingle style, traditional, rustic, Maine lakeside cabin. It has 4 upstairs bedrooms and 1 downstairs bedroom, generous living and dining area, a large kitchen, and a large, wraparound porch. In keeping with the era, there are exposed posts and beams, original glass windows, and an original Ben Franklin wood stove. The furniture includes LLBean Lodge leather sofa and chairs, and an imported farmhouse table. There is a 42 in flatscreen TV with internet connectivity, and comfortable Amish-built Adirondack chairs on the porch. The dock is positioned to receive all day sun and is surrounded by deep, fresh water, perfect for swimming and boating.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All reservations are subject to owner's approval and may be cancelled within 72 hours after booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 692155vb
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
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

Camden

Located in Camden, this cottage is on the waterfront. Samoset Resort Golf Course and Camden Snow Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf and Oakland Park Bowling Lanes. Sail Power and Steam Museum and Coastal Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Camden, ME

What's nearby

  • Megunticook Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Camden Hills State Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mount Battie - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 18 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 26 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky Bettys - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cuzzy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salt Wharf - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Munching Meeple - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront cottage, deep water, now booking Summer 2026 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Megunticook Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fernald's Neck Preserve and Shirt Tail Point Park. Barrett's Cove Public Beach and Camden Snow Bowl are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time being in Maine and staying at this camp. Centrally located to everything in Rockland, Camden, and Belfast. The lake was awesome and refreshing when the temps got into the 90s. Look forward to coming back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nick b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week on the lake! The house was very clean when we arrived and we communicated with Jennifer on a few items during the week and she was very helpful and accommodating. It is a true “Maine camp” with the charm of simpler times that was built by generations of one family and it was a great place for our young family to make memories on our favorite lake. We enjoyed coffee on the porch as the sun came over Mt. Megunticook/Maiden cliff and shared dinners around the large dining table or hanging out in the living room. Our days were filled with boating, tubing, swimming, fishing and canoeing. The dock was a great place to tie up our boat for the week and jump off to swim! No weeds, deep water! The house is close to Camden which made little outings or grocery runs convienent too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Summer retreat

We loved the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beau T.

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

Loved this stay!

We had a lovely time at this property, the late was stunning and the house was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camp Babbs is always fun. The lake is exquisite and the camp porch gives spectacular views of the Camden Hills. Well appointed and James & Jennifer are great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location! The lake is magistic would happily return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great spot

We really enjoyed this special spot and only regretted not staying longer. Owners are super nice and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel E.

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

Magical lake camp

Rustic, charming and wonderful experience on the lake. Jim and Jennifer are great to deal with and the "Babb Camp" is everything you'd want in a back to basics lake front experience. We had a tremendous time and would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Babb Camp getaway

Another magical stay at Babb Camp with family. Weather was not ideal but did not matter. We love the setting and the lake is so much fun. So much to do even in cloudy weather - hikes for all levels, trips to town, canoeing and kayaking. We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine H.

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

Charming lakefront house

This was our first time to Lake Megunticook and we loved it- there are endless ways to enjoy the lake, we paddled the canoe and kayak across to a picnic spot for lunch, we swam every day, and my young children waded in the sandy shallow portion to search for special pebbles and frogs. The house has a long porch with picnic table and chairs, perfect for enjoying the water views and spotting loons. The house is a rustic seasonal cottage, it has a generous living area inside, including a large kitchen and dining area, a single bathroom, and bedrooms that connect. Owners were very responsive. Thanks for a lovely visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Porch for days

A charming old camp on a wonderful lake. The porch is a slice of heaven. The main living space is spacious and cozy, with lots of areas to tuck in, read a book, do a puzzle, and comfortably gather. The kitchen was well stocked. Communication with the owners was easy and super friendly! The second floor had lots of sleeping options and great lake views, but not every room is totally private as you have to walk through at least one. And some of the walls don't go to the ceiling, so it's quite rustic. Just good to know. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2022
Thank you Amanda for your kind and thoughtful review. I just wanted to point out that there are two stairwells, so you don’t have to walk through any bedrooms to get to another bedroom. The back stairwell leads to the MBR and the 2nd BR and the front stairwell leads directly to bedrooms 3, 4 and 5. These same 3 bedrooms are open at the top which is a typical camp construction design historically, perhaps to improve airflow before there was electricity!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a structure built in the late 1880’s so it’s good to recognize that it lacks sound privacy between rooms and will require some sure footedness to navigate the staircases and the walkway to the dock. Given that, it was a magical place for our family to spend intimate time, enjoying the spectacular lake and views and sharing visits from the loons and bald eagle. I used the kitchen for cooking and baking and found it well supplied for equipment. We loved eating our meals outside on the porch! The owners were wonderful about answering questions and otherwise assisting when asked. We would have used the boats but didn’t have pfd’s with us. It’s really great also to be minutes from all that Camden has to offer. We made some lovely memories at the Babb camp during our week.
Gorgeous view
Looking back at the Babb camp from Maiden Cliff
Just need my cup of coffee!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at Babbs Camp and didn’t want to leave. Days spent kayaking and swimming on the lake were perfect. And the house is full of old world charm and history. Thank you to Jennifer and James for accommodating us, we really appreciate it. We would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christiana V.

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

Quintessential Maine

Such a wonderful 2 weeks. Listening to the loons, waking up to a magnificent view, sitting on the porch, deep water off the dock, kayaking to jumpers rock, fishing in the canoe, enjoying dinners on the harbor, hiking surrounding mountains and soaking in family time. We didn’t want our vacation to end! Huge thank you to Jennifer for being such a great host!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha F.

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

That Dock...WOW!

We had such a wonderful time at Babb Camp. We cherished our sunny September stay out on that amazing dock with Adirondack Chairs. Coffee in the morning and WOW those stars at night! Lake Megunticook is crystal clear and kayaking was such a joy. The American Bald Eagle visits were a highlight, and sleeping in that room with all those windows, magical. We would highly recommend this beautiful old-world camp to those looking for rest and relaxation with family and friends. M & J
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

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

Loved Babb Camp!

We thoroughly enjoyed this charming lake house with beautiful views. Lake Megunticook water is crystal clear and clean with dramatic shorelines. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and SUP. We relaxed on the dock at sunrise and sunset and loved playing cards and eating family meals on the front porch. The house had everything we needed and the hosts were very responsive. Would happily stay at Babb Camp again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Idyllic Maine Lakefront Camp

We have been spending time on Lake Megunticook for the better part of the last decade and it is always a wonderful experience. This may be my favorite spot to date. The camp has the rustic feel of a lakefront camp from a bygone era; flip flops and bathing suit are all that are required. You could not be closer to the lake. We had the pleasure of getting to know the bald eagle that visited each morning and “jumper’s rock” was a simple swim across the lake from the camp’s dock. An absolute delight!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Fabulous

Loved it! Rustic and beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becca K.

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

View from the deck cannot be beat

This was our first time renting the Camp but will not be our last. It was our daughter’s first trip to Maine and definitively a memorable one. The view of the mountains and Fernald’s Neck from the house cannot be beat. The weather was variable but the covered deck was perfect as we were able to sit outside during the rain. We saw the resident bald eagle twice from the dock. The bedroom with the king bed and the sunroom were our favorite rooms in the house. Cannot wait for next summer. The hosts were very responsive leading up to our stay and were so willing to answer the many many questions I had. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Stay at Babb Camp

My wife and I had an absolutely wonderful time at Babb camp. It's a perfect rustic cabin that still provides all the needed amenities. The lake itself is incredible, and the house provides so many great spots to relax and enjoy the views. James and Jennifer were excellent hosts. We had a few small hiccups during our stay and they were incredibly responsive and immediately sprung into action. I would note to future travelers that this property isn't totally secluded. There are neighbors, which wasn't immediately clear from the photos. This wasn't an issue for us though, everyone around is very friendly. We'd definitely come back and enjoy another stay at Babb Camp!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Great spot and camp

Greatly enjoyed the time at Babb Camp. Looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

A great week

A beautiful spot and comfortable rustic camp with all we needed for a great week. Excellent communication with owner. Fine paddling, fishing, and hiking. Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

Great place for family get togethers!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Fabulous stay!

We had a wonderful stay - the house is quintessential Maine camp and oh so relaxing. You can feel the memories that have been built here and it's lovely. We read on the porch, played cards, watched baby birds being fed by their parents, jumped off the wonderful dock into the deep water and were able to dock our boat. The lake is really beautiful with clean, deep water and fun to explore. Jim & Jennifer were always quick with a reply or suggestion. The master bedroom with all it's windows and views of the lake was heartwarming to wake up in, hearing the loons in the night. The neighbors showed us how they feed an eagle and were so friendly. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you for sharing your home! Two things of note, not criticism - the fridge is very small and though they have a ancillary dorm fridge, it was still a tight fit for us. We like to purchase all our groceries for the week for our family so we don't have to leave camp and it just wasn't enough space for us. Second, yes, the neighbors have a large group of friends and family and you could hear them talking and laughing but they weren't being obnoxious or overly loud and they are very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

Amazing heritage cabin right on the lake

One week stay in perfect rustic cabin right on the lake. Amazing sunsets and sunrises. Perfectly placed 5 bedrooms suited two families and 6 kids. Keep an eye out for Freedom the bald eagle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jim & Jennifer Wickenden

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The cottage has been in the same family continuously.

Why they chose this property

This is one of the first cottages built on Megunticook Lake in the late 1800's by the Babb Family, with 180 degree views of the lake, the Fernald's Neck nature preserve, Maiden Cliff, and the Camden Hills. It has undergone many renovations and updates since then, but still retains the authentic air and charm of a classic Maine lake cottage. The cottage was featured in Conde Nast's Bon Appetit magazine (August 2016 edition).

What makes this property unique

Positioned to have exceptional views of Megunticook Lake and the Camden Hills; excellent boating and deep water swimming off dock.

Languages:

English, French

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