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Island Getaway On Great Pond (Boat Required)

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A log cabin with a deck, two large windows, and a dog resting on the deck.
A log cabin interior with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a patterned rug.
A boat with a view of a sunset over calm water.
A deck with wicker furniture, including a sofa and chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.
A log cabin interior with a sofa bed, patterned rugs, and a window overlooking a forest.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Belgrade, ME
  • Place, Great Pond
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Island Getaway On Great Pond (Boat Required)

Chalet style summer cottage nestled on Hoyt Island, Great Pond. Loft sleeps four comfortably with an additional two bedrooms downstairs, a queen and two twins. Open concept with a full bathroom and kitchen. No outhouse here! Large deck and screened porch for entertaining and large fire pit close to the water. Charcoal grill and flat top available for use. There is a boat mooring and a large dock with a stairs. Lobster pots are on premise for use. A spectacular spot to summer vacation in Maine! A BOAT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS RENTAL!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 778445vb
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

About the area

Belgrade Lakes

Located in Belgrade Lakes, this cottage is on a lake. Redington Museum and Fort Halifax are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts and First Congregational Church. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Belgrade, ME

What's nearby

  • Great Pond - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Borderlands Espresso
  • D&l Country Store
  • Sunset Grill
  • 1958 Cafe
  • Hello Good Pie

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Getaway On Great Pond (Boat Required) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Island Getaway On Great Pond (Boat Required)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Getaway On Great Pond (Boat Required)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Getaway On Great Pond (Boat Required) located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Belgrade Lakes Chain and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Belgrade Lakes Golf. Kimball Pond is 12 mi (19.2 km) away.

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. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The camp is off grid and secluded on 200’ of pristine waterfront. Staying here was a true Maine experience. Our family loved Hoyt Island, Day’s pizza and breakfast sandwiches to go, and the fishing right off the dock! It was a perfect few days with our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kristen k.

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

Magical Place

The property is beautiful. We had a couple rainy days and were grateful for the selection of dvds and games. This vacation was much needed and we couldnt have found a better spot to disconnect and heal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Jason J.

Secluded Gem on Hoyt's Island

Rent a boat and escape the mainland on Hoyt's Island! A perfect get-a-way island camp on Great Pond with a well maintained dock and newly built cabin. All the systems in the house worked as advertised from the generator to the propane refrigerator. We swam, fished, cooked and napped ... what could be better?
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you Jason! So glad you enjoyed your time on the island with your boys!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Beautiful, comfortable camp with peace and quiet and a great lake to play on!

Had a fabulous time at this camp. Very clean, comfortable and fun! Generator brings all the comforts of home and when it's off, the quiet takes over and the nerves unfrazzle quickly!! Lake is big, clean and fun to explore. Was hunting for pike but settled for a bunch of Larries instead...great time! Tracey was very responsive and helpful...we highly recommend this camp for a great vacation...we will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Jon, So glad you've enjoyed your stay! I look forward to working with you on next year's reservation. The kids built a fire for you and shock came over their faces when they realized you didn't burn one!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Awesome trip!

This was our second year at this fabulous camp on Great Pond! We had a great time, the weather was almost perfect, the fishing was great and the kayak trip around the island was a lot of fun! Great camp, very comfortable and clean...lots of wildlife around including a little minke that seemed curious about our presence! Tracey was very responsive as usual which made this a very smooth experience. We will be back for round 3 for sure! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you Jon! So glad you had a wonderful stay. The minke?!?! Lucky you, we were there all summer and didn’t see it. Maybe the dogs kept it at bay. Looking forward to your return summer 2019!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY B.

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

Secluded and serene

We had what will be an all time favorite vacation at this gem of a camp. It is secluded, tastefully classic, clean and the owner was wonderful. My daughters and I woke at sunrise many mornings drawn to sit on the dock by the beautiful and unusual sounds of the loons. Small boats would quietly drift by with someone casting their fishing rod and we’d have a nod at the shared peace and quiet. There were warm sunny days of picturesque lake life when my girls played on the floating dock all day and barely came inside and there were a few rainy days when we enjoyed playing board games or choosing a movie to watch snuggled in the comforts of the cabin. Having a boat brought the adventure as it was so much fun having this as our vehicle and we enjoyed cruising the lake and a couple times ordered pizza from Days store to bring back to the boat to drop the anchor and watch the evening begin to fade. This camp and its owners really gave us everything we needed for a true peaceful lake vacation experience and lifelong memories together. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Great house in a stunning location!

Clean and beautiful house literally away from it all. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Had a wonderful time.

Great property. Very, very quiet location. Fishing was great. Owner has pretty much every water toy available for use. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

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

Excellent family vacation

The camp was as advertised, the setting was beautiful and we had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Fantastic vacation experience!

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the camp. Communication with Tracey from the beginning was friendly, prompt and clear. I felt well prepared when we arrived and the cottage was easy to find. The week was a nice balance of adventure and relaxation. Daily trips to Days Store, swimming off the dock and boat, nightly campfires and beautiful sunsets all made for many family memories. My 90-year-old grandmother just loved sitting by the water for hours. For anyone concerned about being on an island with limited utilities, have no fear! The cottage was very clean and well stocked with everything you need. You are also just a short boat trip away from Days Store for anything you could possibilly want during your stay. I enjoyed my coffee and breakfast sandwich every morning from the store just to enjoy the scenic beauty on the water. If you stayed at any other property on the pond you would want a boat anyway, so the island adds a nice break from the mainland. I should also mention that the quiet and fuel efficient generator bring all the comforts of home at the turn of a key. Finally, I would offer my recommendation for Great Pond Marina. Bob was extremely helpful in coordinating use of a dock slip during our stay. He even took time to explain the pond and local activities in detail. I hope you enjoy your stay as much as we did!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Jeff, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! So happy to hear of your great time on the island with the family. Days is a gem for the area and Bob and his family know the Pond inside and out. Thanks again and come back anytime! Tracey
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Great time on Hoyt Island!

I stayed with my wife, daughter (13), and son (10) for a week in mid-August and we had a really great time. The lake is beautiful and staying on the island was very special. The house is new, nice and comfortable. It runs on a generator, be sure you understand how to operate it. We had a lot of fun swimming, kayaking, tubing, taking the boat into town for supplies, playing board games, reading, huddling around the camp fire, etc. Hope to go back next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Luxury Camping!

Amazing vacation spot! Perfect for relaxing or exploring. Camping with the luxuries of home.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Best vacation ever!

Great place to get away from it all! We loved our experience on the island! The water on Great Pond was so clear it was amazing! The camp is very clean and was perfect for our family. Sadies resturant and Days store is nearby and fun to access by boat. We plan to return every summer.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you Linda for your review. We are so happy to hear about your experience and you are welcome to book anytime, just not in January!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Unbelievable experience

This is THE iconic location for a traditional Maine Island getaway. Calm solitude and plenty of activities to do on or near the water. The 'camp' is really a house and the nuances that come with an island without electricity (don't worry theres a generator if you need juice) were a treat for us and the kids. I would highly recommend this to anyone interested in re charging their batteries.

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