Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities

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A two-story house with a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by trees.
A living room with a wooden floor, a blue armchair, a dark blue sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of the water.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and framed artwork on the walls.
Living Room 1

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Auburn, ME
  • Place, Lost Valley Ski Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Auburn Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Maine Community College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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  • Air-conditioning
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About the area

Auburn

Located in Auburn, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Community Little Theatre and Androscoggin Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Olin Arts Center and Androscoggin Bank Colisee. Roy's Driving Range and Lepage Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Auburn, ME

What's nearby

  • Lost Valley Ski Resort - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Auburn Mall - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mount Apatite Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Central Maine Community College - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Festival Plaza - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful lakeside property with full amenities located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Lost Valley Ski Resort and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Mount Apatite Park. Auburn Mall and Great Falls Viewpoint are also within 6 miles (10 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. 64 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing, peaceful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your week on the lake! Perhaps we’ll see you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, met all the expectations!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was our home away from home for a month. Great place to hang and relax. (And Kayak) as well as a base to explore Maine. Was just what we had hoped for.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and beautiful home. Great vacation for us. Only issue is that my two girls were in college and the internet speed was not fast enough for their classes. That was our only issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
It was a pleasure to host you and your family! Perhaps we can do so again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Well equipped. The one bedroom without AC got a little warm on hot days. Beautiful, quiet lake. Perfect for kayaks, fishing, and swimming. Host lives next door to property and keeps close eye on property and tenants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
We enjoyed watching you and your friends enjoy the lake! So glad the cottage worked out for you all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a terrific place for our family to stay while attending our son's wedding at Bates college. Highly recommended. The house is lovely; it's right on a quiet and peaceful lake yet only 10 mins drive from Lewiston. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking meals, and the deck outside (overlooking the lake) was a great place to eat them. The hosts were very kind, showing a much-appreciated flexibility on departure time, and communication with them was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
We were so pleased for you that our cottage provided the perfect home base for your family's festivities! We hope you'll return some day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great visit for our student's graduation from Bates. We enjoyed the lake, the house and location. Close but quiet! Our hosts were great and communicated with us as needed. Wish we had found it before graduation. I would have been our house in Lewiston/Auburn!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2026
So glad it worked out for you and your family! Maybe a return visit sometime?!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cozy cottage on Taylor Pond. It has plenty of space for 7 people. It was chilly while we were there but the gas heating stove took the chill off. Love the views of the lake and the outdoor setting offered wonderful places to sit and relax. Kitchen is older but offers all the modern comforts needed to cook meals or prepare snacks. The hosts are very accommodating and turned on lights for our 11:30 pm arrival. This was our second stay at Taywood Cottage and we look forward to future stays!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
It was lovely to be able to host you again! We hope to repeat the pleasure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property-the views of the pond/lake were beautiful and Susan made things easy. The beds are comfy too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful Fall week on the lake. The property was really on point. Comfortable, quiet, quaint. We were visiting family in Auburn and it was easy to get to and from. The hosts were responsive and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
We were pleased to host you and your family. We love it when our guests get the full benefit of lake living! We look forward to a return visit some time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a beautiful lakeside property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Nice owners right next door. It had everything we needed. Enjoy! I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location on the lake

Plenty of space and a great location on the lake. Susan and Woody were available when needed while giving us privacy. Love having access to kayaks as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house right on the water

We loved our stay here. The house is wonderful and well cared for, one of the most well stocked rentals I have ever stayed in. Cute neighborhood, right on the water, and the hosts were so nice. Thank you for a great week.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
So glad you enjoyed your week! It was fun watching your group enjoying the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here! The pond was wonderful and warm, and the tubes and boats provided were so much fun to use. (Word to the wise- bring water shoes!) The house was very comfortable and the kitchen was a joy to cook in. The front yard was not quite what we expected from the pictures- we thought it would be flatter so we could play some yard games. There also is a bird house placed right in the middle that happened to have baby birds in it (which was exciting to watch through the kitchen window) that prevented us from really using that space much at all. There also is no AC in one of the bedrooms upstairs which made it difficult to get comfortable on the humid nights of summer. There were plenty of fans provided however, so the cooler nights were very comfortable. Just plan accordingly if you are staying during the summer! Other than those small details, I would absolutely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vscation

Wonderful time at Susan and Woody’s cottage. Very comfortable, spacious and a great deck to watch the wildlife and view Taylor Pond.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
So glad you enjoyed it, Peggy! We'd love to host you again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family weekend!

We had a wonderful family weekend celebrating our daughter’s graduation from Bates. Susan and Woody are such gracious hosts. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

relaxing spot!

We were here for our daughter's college graduation and we couldn't have been happier to have such a convenient and peaceful spot as a home base. Views were gorgeous, house was easy, efficient, spacious and super comfortable. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2022
We were so glad to be able to host your family for your special weekend! It's fun to connect with fellow Batesies! Perhaps we'll see you again some time. Susan and Woody
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

63 Taywood

Very comfortable house, great views, wonderful decks down to the water. The sunsets were magnificent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2024
So glad you enjoyed our special space! It was a pleasure to meet you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a view

We loved our stay at this property. The home is cute and cozy and the view is something you couldnt ever imagine. We hope to stay again next year. Thank you both!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a hidden gem. Beautiful renovated vacation house on the west shore of Taylor Pond. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets over the lake to the sound of loons calling nightly. Perfect for one family or 2 small families. The hosts are wonderful and highly responsive. The house is conveniently located less than 10 minutes from Lewiston, Auburn, and Bates College
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
We do enjoyed meeting and hosting you! Glad you appreciate our “hidden gem” as we do. We look forward to a future visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the Cottage!

We enjoyed 3 wonderful days at the Taywood Cottage on Taylor Pond! Very clean, very comfortable, and right on the water. Spent hours paddling the kayaks around the pond. Terrific layout for families. Great location - listen for the loons on the pond in the evenings! Owners live right next door and are excellent hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Jeff, we really enjoyed watching you appreciate our beautiful lake. We'd love to host you again sometime! Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

We very much enjoyed our stay at the lake. There are multiple levels of deck to sit on while taking in the sunset over the lake or the views in general. The amenities are nice (grill with propane pre-filled, two kayaks, etc). The beds, furniture, kitchen supplies, etc were great. The property is very clean inside as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
James, we are so glad you enjoyed your time at Taylor Pond! It give us great pleasure to see our guests experiencing all the lake has to offer. Wishing you and your family all the best. Susan and Woody
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

August 2023

The views are amazing. House was lovely and everything you could need. Owners are friendly and stopped over to make sure we had everything we needed. Even with a day of our visit rained out it was still great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan and Woody were very helpful and welcoming. They gave us lots of tips for shopping, dining and activities. The house was fully equipped and the set up was perfect for our needs. We enjoyed the kayaks and lake even though we had chilly days. The sunset view was in a perfect spot for us to see each night. There is a variety of activities for family fun within an hour drive. We would definitely recommend this spot and hope to return some day. Thank you Susan and Woody for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Thank you so much, Susan and Woody! We loved our stay at your beautiful Taylor Pond cottage; both the indoor and outdoor spaces are perfectly designed, and we spent lots of time on the decks and docks (complete with kayaks!). Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2024
Loved hosting you Patty! We’d love to have you back!!
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