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Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Franklin, ME
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Abrams Pond15 min drive
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center60 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)43 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond
Located on George's Pond in Franklin, Maine, this lovely beachside cottage is the vacationers dream. Located within miles of the ocean and the magnificent Acadia National Park, this cottage boasts a queen bed in the master bedroom, a full size bed in the guest room and five twin beds in the two upstairs bedrooms.
One bathroom, with a toilet, sink and standing shower stall is on the main floor. 2023-addition of outdoor shower off the front porch with hot and cold water. All the water used in the cottage is pumped to an above ground septic.
Two 2 person kayaks, a canoe and an aluminum rowboat, as well as a dock, and a swimming float gives you all sorts of water activity possibilities or you can sit on the front porch and watch the children play on the beach or swim in the pond. Catch trout, bass, and pickerel in the waters, as well.
Numerous hiking trails are located in the Franklin area, as well. Wildlife is abundant in the forests surrounding the cottage.
Bald eagles, ospreys and loons are frequent visitors to the Pond in front of the cottage. In the evening you can stargaze, cook s'mores in the beach side fire pit, or simply sit and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings.
Play some corn hole!
Or kick back and have a lobster bake on the beach.
Keywords: Cottage
One bathroom, with a toilet, sink and standing shower stall is on the main floor. 2023-addition of outdoor shower off the front porch with hot and cold water. All the water used in the cottage is pumped to an above ground septic.
Two 2 person kayaks, a canoe and an aluminum rowboat, as well as a dock, and a swimming float gives you all sorts of water activity possibilities or you can sit on the front porch and watch the children play on the beach or swim in the pond. Catch trout, bass, and pickerel in the waters, as well.
Numerous hiking trails are located in the Franklin area, as well. Wildlife is abundant in the forests surrounding the cottage.
Bald eagles, ospreys and loons are frequent visitors to the Pond in front of the cottage. In the evening you can stargaze, cook s'mores in the beach side fire pit, or simply sit and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings.
Play some corn hole!
Or kick back and have a lobster bake on the beach.
Keywords: Cottage
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Strip used beds . leave in pile on used bed. remove trash to trash bin outside back door. Wash any dishes or utensils.
Make sure canoes , kayaks or boats (and paddles / oars), are away from shore (pull completely out of the water)
Return keys to key ring above front door and to the lockbox if you used those. You can lock the doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Franklin
Located in Franklin, this cottage is on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Wild Acadia Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downeast Scenic Railroad and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters. Pirate s Cove Miniature Golf and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Franklin, ME
What's nearby
- Donnell Pond - 14 min drive - 7.6 km
- Abrams Pond - 15 min drive - 7.5 km
- Acadia National Park - 43 min drive - 38.4 km
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 56 min drive - 51.7 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 60 min drive - 55.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ruth & Wimpy's - 18 min drive
- Ironbound Inn - 21 min drive
- The Galley - 20 min drive
- Itty Bitty Cafe - 21 min drive
- Sullivan Harbor Farm Smokehouse - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tim or Ann Alley
Ann and Tim, Tony and Katie are from VA - and vacation in Maine every year.
Why they chose this property
Maine is home and a beautiful place to vacation.
What makes this property unique
Kayaking, fishing, swimming, hiking, and watching eagles and ospreys 'fish'.
Languages:
English
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