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Reviews of Quiet - Romantic - Secluded Cottage on Lake

Quiet - Romantic - Secluded Cottage on Lake
Augusta, ME

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work Week Vacation
It was a wonderful stay at this home on a lake! Exactly as described. The lake and area the home is, is very quiet and away from other houses. Great experience and would love to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2024
You'd be very welcome, Megan! And THANKS for your nice comments. Ginger

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway from it all
The place had everything we needed, was comfortable bright and clean. Surrounded by trees and plenty of sun or shade as preferred. The canoe was easy to get to and launch. The natural stone walk down to the pond was energizing. The fish were definitely jumping. Mid week very quiet and private. Weekend pretty much the same.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful getaway
This adorable cabin was perfect for my husband and I. The environment was everything we hoped for and the location was perfect for day trips and exploring the area. They even resurfaced the dirt road the week we arrived!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice small house on a quiet pond
House was exactly as described. Very clean and nicely decorated. Kitchen well stocked. Great for a relaxing getaway and home base to explore other towns. Only recommendation would be some maintenance on path to pond.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded is the best part!
My husband and I came here for our honeymoon. We enjoyed the seclusion of the property and the immediate access to the pond. My husband enjoyed using the property's canoe to fish and I loved the wake-free water for paddleboarding. We were close enough to the coast to make day trips. Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best relaxation in years
Wanted to spend some quiet time away from everone this was definitely the place. Although the weather wasn't the best thehome lake and surrounding area was perfect. Lake has dome nice bass and perch house has everything we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fall get away.
Thoroughly enjoyed the extended stay in the woods. We were there to unwind and visit family and this let us do both very nicely. Well equipped, clean, cozy, and welcoming. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

JoAnn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not exactly ON a lake
The way down needs more accommodation. My husband made it down once with difficulty. I made it half way once. We spent the week on the deck looking at the lake. The cottage was beautiful, and better provisioned than any previous rental, but we came for the lake. Never even inflated our tubes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2022
My cottage features private and secluded water frontage on a 12 acre lake with only 4 homes on it and all are set well back from the water's edge. I'm very sorry you had difficulty. Since you arrived two hours early, my housekeeper had a chance to meet you and she commented to me that your husband appeared to have a physical handicap. If I had known about that beforehand, I would have discouraged you from choosing my cottage. Since it's on a mountainside, the direct path downhill to the lake is steep in places, but I do offer a less direct, alternate path that's quite easy to use. I'll make that path more obvious for future guests who may have strength or balance issues.

10/10 Excellent

Pete C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Clean, well equipped, cozy and quiet. Location was perfect for us to simply relax, read, cook. Kayaked much at Three Mile Pond, played a round of golf at Western View. Both 15 minutes away. Maine Cabin Masters was our draw. The coast is not far but chose to stick close and enjoy the cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
The house was pristine and the surroundings peaceful and lovely. It was perfect for a quiet getaway and that is what we needed. Thank you Ginger for providing us a beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 4, 2022
You're very welcome!

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful oasis
Ginger’s place is even sweeter than it looks in the pictures. The setting is idyllic and the house is set up with guests in mind with a well stocked kitchen and even shelving to store your own food and equipment in the kitchen and toiletries in the bathroom. The way to the lake is a tiny bit of a climb but anything more structured than the few stepping stones here and there would ruin its charm. There are only a few other residents around the lake but there was some construction going on directly across the lake starting on Thursday of our stay: sawing and nail guns etc which broke up the serenity. Hopefully their construction will end soon. It is a beautiful and otherwise peaceful place!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2022
So happy that you enjoyed your stay! I'm surprised and sorry about the activity across the lake and we will definitely look into that when we get up there next month. Thank you, Julia.

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot.
We had a great time. The cabin was exactly as advertised. Secluded and quiet. Enjoyed our evening campfires, but watch out for the moose, hahah. Fishing was excellent, but watch out for the giant turtle. Excellent weather. Enjoyed every bit of our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2022
That giant turtle is legendary on our pond! So glad you got to see him.

10/10 Excellent

DALE E., LEESBURG

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location
The property was very clean, kitchen well stocked, and with many things to do. Location is very close to town, while very remote. Loved it!! Will return if possible. I would recommend this property to anyone. Ginger was fantastic to work with.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 14, 2022
Thank you, Dale. You were perfect guests and we'd love for you to return.

10/10 Excellent

David M., Shrewsbury MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
House was clean and comfortable, lake was beautiful and perfect temp for swimming. Very beautiful relaxing spot. Didn’t want to leave. Thanks so much Ginger! We had a lovely time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thanks for your nice comments. I love to share my cottage with folks like you!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Hidden Gem
This was a gorgeous property in an amazing location. If you want to feel like you're in the middle of nature but don't like "roughing it" this is the perfect spot. We look forward to returning someday. Thank you Ginger for sharing this unique and amazing place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
You're very welcome... any summer! Thanks for your nice comments.

10/10 Excellent

Alyson S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway!!
Had a fabulous time!! Perfect location! My husband enjoyed the canoe and fishing on the pond. Beautiful spot, everything you could want for a relaxing vacation. Would definitely return!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you so much for this stellar review. Please DO return. You were wonderful guests.

10/10 Excellent

Katie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!! :)
We had so much fun staying in the cottage! It was in a great location and Ginger was super easy to work with. We will definitely be back! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you Katie. You'll be welcome!

10/10 Excellent

scott c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The proprty was just as advertised. It was very neat and clean, very secluded and private. The canoe and fire pit were put to good use. I had a great time, thanks Ginger for sharing your place with us
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2020
Thank you, Scott. My housekeeper said you were perfect guests and she and I both hope you'll return!

10/10 Excellent

dean, new jersey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
House was great! Really enjoyed out stay, Wonderful layout of place- small, but doesn't feel small. Only downside was the drive in on the dirt road - not grated yet, so it had many large potholes. Luckily not a problem for out vehicle.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Randall (Mark) E., Azle, Texas, USA

Charm and Solitude
If you are looking for a place to enjoy peace and solitude but without "roughing it", then this is your place. The serenity of the lake and canoe, the peaceful mornings on the back deck hearing nary a sound except that provided by birds and water fowl was just the tonic this tired workaholic needed to refresh and recharge. Within an hour is everything you could hope to see in Maine. Hiking trails with amazing views were plentiful and we thoroughly enjoyed the coast, especially the quaint and uncrowded scenes of Rockport and Camden where we found the locals so friendly and the food out of this world. We also headed up north on Hwy 201 toward Jackman - moose country - where we saw spectacular views and wildlife in abundance. We also found nearby Augusta to have more charm and things to do than any review hinted at. Only downside was the time of year we were here - end of June - was peak tourism season, so popular destinations such as Bar Harbor and Acadia National were jam-packed. We avoided those areas as a result and have no regrets, but if this is what you desire to see and experience, choose your dates carefully. Ginger is a gracious hostess and everything you could want is right there. We will definitely be back again to enjoy this beautiful setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Peaceful and relaxing
Perfect get away from life's hustle and bustle
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017