Pristine Parker Pond - A Hidden Gem

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A wooden cabin with multiple windows, a stone foundation, and a wooden deck.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A wooden staircase leading to a deck with a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A wooden interior with a leather sofa, two wall-mounted lamps, and a small wooden table with a lamp.
A cozy cabin interior with a large window offering a view of the forest. There's a wooden bench, a lamp with antler legs, and a vintage radio.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Parker Pond

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Fayette, ME
  • Place, Parker Pond
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, David Pond
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Buffalo Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room Sleep Sofa

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Maine Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

The Kenya Room/Master BR

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Fayette

Located in Fayette, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Parker Pond and David Pond reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kennebec Ice Arena and Maine State Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Viles Arboretum and Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Fayette, ME

What's nearby

  • Parker Pond - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • David Pond - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 38 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Colby College - 52 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Bates College - 53 min drive - 67.9 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Apple Shed Kitchen & Bakery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪general store - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪maple lane tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Chesterville Mall - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Mount Vernon Country Store - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pristine Parker Pond - A Hidden Gem pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Pristine Parker Pond - A Hidden Gem?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pristine Parker Pond - A Hidden Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine Parker Pond - A Hidden Gem?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pristine Parker Pond - A Hidden Gem located?

This family-friendly Fayette cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Parker Pond and David Pond. Echo Lake is 3 mi (4.9 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. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parker Pond is a lovely spot in Maine and this Camp is located on the end of the Cove where things are simply beautiful to look at. The Camp is very well provisioned and the hosts are terrific people. The Camp is clean, comfortable and has all the rustic touches (screen porch, fire pit) with all the modern conveniences. The hosts are extremely accommodating, easy to work with and terrific with communication thru the whole process. We enjoyed our time here and would visit again.Thanks to Holly and Rob!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin has it all. It's lovingly decorated and well cared for. The location is gorgeous and the availability of the water activities on property is incredible. I just wish I had another week to stay! The host is kind and communicative. We encountered no problems during our stay because the hosts take such good care of their cabin. So happy to have the opportunity to visit such an amazing spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and inviting Outdoor space niceGreat timeWould visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parker Fellows Cove

Excellent house and location. Hosts Bob & Holly are the best!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great cabin

Great place. Owner was great too. No complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks for your kind words. You were super renters and we appreciate your good communication with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice lakefront camp

We stayed the week befor Labor Day and had great weather and a great place to stay on Parker Pond. Camp had everything you need/want and the location can’t be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks for your comments, Marc. It was great having you and your family stay at Parker Pond. Thanks especially for taking such good care of the cottage and for leaving it so wonderfully clean. We hope you will stay, again. Holly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Parker Pond

Beautiful place
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

House is wonderful, lake is amazing. Host was excellent with communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
Thanks for your kind words, Gwen. We are so glad you could enjoy family time at the lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing lakefront vacation

We had a wonderful 2 weeks in this charming, we'll appointed, comfortable cottage on sparkling Parker Pond. As we had our morning coffee on the screened in porch we saw a loon family go by just about every day. Having kayaks to use made our stay even more fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
Thanks for your kind words. We are glad you were able to stay two weeks- it just seems a lot more relaxing. Although even one day on Parker Pond is a great blessing, to my thinking. Stay well and best wishes!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at the pond

Nice relaxing week at the pond. The grandchildren loved fishing and paddle boarding, visiting Dew Haven, and campfires. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. We would definitely spend more time here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

The house was clean and beautiful. Water in the lake was clear but, a little shallow at the house but, a short walk down and an area to swim with a swim out dock. Pleasure overall. Great weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for taking such good care of our beloved cottage. You will be welcomed back any time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall fine. Fishing not too good. Showers tight. Grill not too good. Boat dock excellent. Weather terrific. Room sizes and beds very good.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine Paradise

We absolutely loved this cabin on Parker Pond. It is the quintessential Maine camp on the lake with the feel of old but with all the clean modern touches. The screened porch overlooking lake was my favorite place. Did some exploring of the neighboring area and some of the preserve trails. All in all, a great vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Thanks so much for your kind review. All those things are what I love about the cottage, too. We are glad you were able to stay for two weeks- it is so relaxing to realize that you still have seven more days to explore, relax, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Best wishes, Holly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience

Beautiful house- I felt at home the moment I stepped through the door. Fully equipped kitchen, everything you could need on a vacation. Lake views were amazing. Neighbors were fantastic. Owners were super easy to contact. I will be returning in a few months.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thanks for visiting Maine and staying at our cottage, Lori. We look forward to your return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Our stay at Parkers Pond

Enjoyed our stay. Interior was very nice. Railing on stairwell should be raised some at top of stairs. Our favorite place to hang out was the screened in porch. We were expecting a little more of a view of pond from house according to the photos on web site.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
Thanks for your good suggestion about the railing in the house, Richard. We love sitting on the screened-in porch to relax and look at the lake. The huge living room windows are also a great place to watch the loons, great blue herons, osprey, and bald eagles- they all like to fish in the cove. Did you hear the barred owls? Early fall is a beautiful time on Parker Pond and we can swim through September. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calm and Comfortable

4 adults with an 8 and 12 year old. Everyone totally enjoyed the camp. If you needed some amenity it was there. Property had everything. We stayed during the week and it was very quiet, not many kayakers or boats in the cove. Many Loons in the morn or eve. Bald eagles and small wildlife. Water was clean and clear, fine for swimming. Truly a GEM!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2020
Thanks so much for this review and for staying at the cottage. We appreciate the good care you took of the camp. We are delighted that the grandkids used the games and books- does my teacher's heart good. Not to mention all the fun in the water. Hope the rest of your summer is a delight​. Holly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pristine Parker Pond Hidden Gem for Sure!

This lakeside cottage was the nicest rental my family ever stayed in. It really didn't feel like a rental at all, as the owners had put so many interesting details into the home. The craftsmanship of the home is very beautiful. There were many videos and books to read and several kayaks and a rowboat. The home had pretty much everything you needed for an enjoyable week on the lake. On top of that, the owners were very helpful and available for any questions, and gave very detailed information and instructions on things including where to go to rent a boat and the exact boulders to avoid in the lake. In these awful times of COVID-19, it is a true haven of relaxation and you can be assured of complete cleanliness of the cottage, as it was completely disinfected and super clean and organized. Can't say enough good things about this place. My family didn't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2020
Thanks so much, Melissa. You were terrific guests, taking good care of the cottage and embracing all the fun activities that Parker Pond offers. We hope to see you in Maine in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular fall getaway

We stayed 4-nights at Holly’s home and I wish we could have stayed longer. The home itself is so warm and welcoming, and architecturally gorgeous. Our first day we had the remnants of a tropical storm and sitting on the screened porch with a cup of coffee, my knitting -listening to the rain on the pond, the loons in the distance, and the smells of the fall air could not have been a better start. The storm cleared and we kayaked, used the outdoor fire pit, hiked at Vaughn woods in Hallowell, picked apples at the apple shed, played games, enjoyed morning coffee on the end of the dock and just really relaxed. It was a beautiful time of year to be in Maine and I would highly recommend a visit to Holly’s home. We hope to be able to stay again. We have rented a lot of homes on VRBO and this was one of our favorites. We all came home feeling so rested and rejuvenated! Thank you Holly for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2023
We also love autumn on Parker Pond. We are so glad that you enjoyed the lake and the many interesting activities that are close by. You are welcome to return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Parker Pond!

What a beautiful property! Holly and Rob were always in communication. Rob gave us a guided tour of the pond when we got our boat which was VERY helpful! We enjoyed the screened in porch immensely, and i enjoyed coffee on the dock. Lots of games and time with family. Tubing and swimming on the pond in warm water. Had an issue with septic tank which was addressed immediately. Only two cons:second bedroom upstairs only with blanket for a door and bathroom downstairs only with a bathtub. We made it work. There is an outdoor shower with warm water. Must go to Fielders Choice for ice cream! We will most likely stay here again when visiting family in Maine!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks for your kind comments and for being such responsible renters. We are thinking about the downstairs tub/shower since lots of renters miss the shower aspect. Also, pondering on what type of door would work for the upstairs bedroom- maybe a pocket door. We are glad that you had lots of fun at the lake- your crew really embraced all that Parker Pond has to offer. We hope to see you, again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Pros: Nice location! There is a short but rewarding hike right on same street. Lake is absolutely pristine with many islands to explore by kayak. Great house, no traditional heat but a propane fireplace and heater upstairs warmed the entire house. Overall house was very big but cozy and welcoming. Cleanliness also a plus!! I have very bad environmental sensitivities and when I saw this listing allowed dogs I was worried due to past experiences. I brought my personal air purifier for the bedroom but probably didn't even need it. As we were there for the Fall colors we did not get a chance to swim but we all agreed we would absolutely like to return in the summer. Cons: TV placement in living room a bit awkward. Very far away from couch - couldn't read the on screen descriptions etc. Only thing my family didn't like was the clear shower curtain in the tub downstairs - felt it was very "creepy," lol 9.8/10 final score.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home and great location

We enjoyed a great week at the Groom's camp on Parker Pond. The weather was warm and most nights were cool and breezy. When we arrived the house was imacultely maintained and what a pleasure this was to us as we have encountered not such favorable accommodations in previous years. We were there for a week with four of our Grandchildren. What a great time was had for all. They grandchildren went kayaking every day as well as fishing and swimming. We also did a lot of fishing, catching some great Bass in the 3-5 lb range. The screened porch was one of the best features and we spent every eveining on the porch playing games. Couldn't have asked for a better week weather wise and the camp was very well outfitted for a more than comfortable stay. We were also thrilled that they had A/C in the Camp for a couple of humid nights. The Grooms made contacting them very easy if there were any problems. Our Grandchildren are already asking if we can repeat this next summer. That tells us that they really enjoyed Parker Pond. We surely will consider it!!! Thanks for oeping up your home for us to rent. STEVE and BARBARA
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Dear Steve and Barbara, We are so happy that the cottage worked out well for you and the grandkids. You were terrific renters and we hope to see you and the grandchildren at the Parker Pond cottage in the future. Best wishes, Robert and Holly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Thank you so much for offering this beautiful house on Parker Pond. The house is the perfect retreat to gather and make lasting memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation by the pond

Outstanding property, clean, beautiful in an amazing location. Highly recommend it. Amazing host, wonderful to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden gem!

What an absolute treat it was to stay at this beautiful and cozy cottage on the lake! The photos on VRBO truly don’t do it a justice, it’s just stunning! You have provided us with everything we could have possibly needed to kick back and enjoy quality time together as a family. This cottage will always hold a special place in our hearts. Enjoying a rainstorm while drinking a hot cup of coffee with the love of my life on the beautiful screened in porch. Watching the sunrise together on the dock. Roasting marshmallows over a bonfire. Watching our kids fishing off the dock and playing. Watching beautiful golden falling leaves fall all around us like confetti. Kayaking on the lake. Hiking the trails. This was our first time to Maine and it definitely will not be our last! We really enjoyed exploring the area. We went into Portland one day and visited tons of shops. We went apple picking at the adorable Apple Shed Farm. We relaxed and squeezed in as much family time in as possible. Thank you for sharing this little slice of heaven with us Holly. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Time

Beautiful property. The pond is very clean and offered great fishing. The kayaks and gear that are available to use were easily accessible. The house was very clean and offered most any amenity you would possibly need. My wife especially enjoyed the deep tub. The themed rooms were very nicely decorated with reddish tones throughout, which was very cool. Every day you would notice something really cool that you hadn't seen yet. We went during the week and we were pretty much the only ones on that end of the pond that week, so it was very peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed our stay very much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
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