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Outdoor entertaining
Pet-friendly
Lake access with space on dock for boat
Comfy couch with plenty of seating for 8 and smart TV, we include youtube TV
Outdoor seating for 6 and outdoor seating and firepit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 8108.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Belgrade, ME
  • Belgrade Lakes Chain
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Belgrade Lakes Golf
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Augusta Civic Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Near Golfcourse, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond

Welcome to Driftwood Cottage, a cozy lakeside retreat where you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Nestled in a quiet lakeside community, our cottage is a haven for families, boaters, and even your furry friends. You'll love the private boat access just a two-minute walk away, perfect for a day of fishing, cruising, or simply relaxing by the water.

As part of #CottagesofMaine Driftwood Cottage is more than just a place to stay—it's your ultimate Maine getaway.

The Space & Amenities
Driftwood Cottage is a spacious 1,165 sq ft home that invites you to immerse yourself in the wonders of Maine. Our open living room and kitchen layout is perfect for spending quality time together, and our cozy reading nook/living room are stocked with board games, puzzles, and books.

Bedroom Configuration:
• Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, with a box fan and seasonal AC, and blackout shades
• Bedroom 2: Queen Bed with a box fan and blackout shades
• Bedroom 3: Full-sized Bunk Beds with a box fan and blackout shades.

Kitchen Features:
• Ninja Drip Coffee maker, electric tea kettle, and air fryer.
• Complimentary spices, coffee, olive oil, and tea kettle.
• A well-equipped kitchen with all the essentials to prepare meals, including a large refrigerator.
General Features:
• Free high-speed wireless internet.
• On-site washer/dryer with detergent and dryer sheets.
• Linens, towels, washcloths, and makeup washcloths provided. Separate lake towels are also available.
• Complimentary skin-sensitive toiletries.

Outdoor Living
Step outside to enjoy the outdoors from our front deck. Our property is set up for total relaxation and family fun.
• Front deck with outdoor patio furniture and seating for 8.
• Outdoor dining table with seating for 6 (seasonal).
• Two private kayaks for your use.
• Two fire pits: a private propane gas fire pit on the deck and a wood-burning Solo Stove.
• Large propane gas grill, perfect for family cookouts.
• Bring your boat and enjoy direct access to Lake Great Pond from our shared dock with a private boat slip. You can also use our private boat launch so you can bypass the crowded public launch/parking.
• Access Lake Great Pond in the winter via access for ice fishing, you can use your snowmobiles

Location & Nearby Attractions
Our home is conveniently located for easy access to central Maine and beyond:
• Lake Great Pond: A 2-minute walk to the shared dock and private boat slip.
• Downtown Belgrade: A 5-minute drive.
• Belgrade Golf Course: An 8-minute drive.
• The Village Inn: A waterside restaurant with live music, 8 minutes away.
• Augusta: The state capital is a 15-minute drive.
• Waterville (Colby College): A 20-minute drive.
• Freeport (Outlet Shopping): A 45-minute drive.
• Portland: A 60-minute drive to the vibrant city.

Other Details to Note:
Guest Access & Parking: The entire home and property are available for your private use. You can access the home 24/7 during your stay with a door keypad. Ample parking for 5 vehicles plus additional parking is available at the lake access. There is parking big enough for a boat trailer right across from the lake access. There is plenty of parking for snowmobile trailers. The water access is available in the winter. You can drive your snowmobiles on the lake from the lake access.

Dogs: Dogs are always welcome! We understand they are a part of the family. The one-time non-refundable fee of $150 covers all pets for the entire stay.

Inclement Weather: We are in a quiet lakeside community and may experience brief power outages during storms. We have someone who plows the driveway, and shovels are provided for your convenience.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
The fee is non refundable.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Belgrade

Located in Belgrade, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery and Old Fort Western are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Belgrade Lakes Chain and Parker Pond. Samantha Smith and Maine State Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Belgrade, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Belgrade Lakes Golf - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 18 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Colby College - 23 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Thomas College - 25 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Keg - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hollinger Manor - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Borderlands Espresso - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪1958 Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftwood Cottage with Cottages of Maine, Lake Great Pond, Dog Friendly, Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Driftwood Cottage with Cottages of Maine, Lake Great Pond, Dog Friendly, Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Cottage with Cottages of Maine, Lake Great Pond, Dog Friendly, Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood Cottage with Cottages of Maine, Lake Great Pond, Dog Friendly, Kayaks located?

Located in the heart of Belgrade, this cottage is steps from Belgrade Lakes Chain and within 9 mi (15 km) of Belgrade Lakes Golf and Alfond Center for Health. Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery and Tree Spirits are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for us to get in 2 days of golf and 2 days of fishing. House was clean and communication with host prior to arrival and during our stay was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, and the owners were very communicative and responsive. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with our stay at Driftwood Cottage. The cottage was very clean top to bottom and we didn't have to contact the owner with any issues, which is always good. We wouldn't mind staying there again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The driftwood cottage was an amazing place to call home for an evening. We enjoyed the great location and the ease of check-in. It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Maine Vacation with Family

The home was perfect for family fun kayaking, swimming and boating. The location to Great Pond was great with a beach/launch area we all enjoyed. We brought out Golden Retriever Ruby who learned to swim this week and actually jump off the dock. All of us had a fun week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Charming little beach area

Nice place to stay, very clean and neat. We loved the shared beach area, we were the only people around both times that we went to the beach with our 7 yr old yellow lab….she loved it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great place to stay.

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn H.

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

Graduation Trip

Perfect for our family to come into town for a graduation celebration. Loved the little extras that we did not have to buy while in town!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt G.

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

Great Place in Belgrade Lakes region

We came to Ice Fish.We had a great time.Nice spot, had everything we wanted, and super easy….Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Very nice, very clean

Spent weekend ice fishing with 4 other guys. Very comfortable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Excellent location, Solid accomodation

Everything you could possibly need for a short to medium term stay in a VERY good location for the region.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor L.

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

Great weekend away

What a great property and even better host!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I.

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

Perfect spot!

With one kid already in college locally and the other on their way there in August we have got to know this neck of the woods quite well in recent years. Driftwood Cottage provides a perfect base for visits to the area with great access to Augusta and Waterville while sitting in the idyllic Belgrade Lakes region.We don’t visit Maine for fancy, we want practical, comfortable, clean and convenient and this house that in spades. We also greatly appreciated the dog-friendliness!Hosts could not have been more welcoming or communicative. So look out, we could be back soon!Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

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

Cozy winter stay

Good space for 3 adults and two kids to stay, 25 min commute to Colby college and Quarry Road trails. Couch was comfy and nice for gathering. Beds also comfy and the double bunks were helpful for our group. Plow came quickly after snowstorm. We didn’t get out on the lake due to cold but nice to have it close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Nice stay on the lake

Just what we were looking for to relax outside by the fire with lake views. Host was easy to book with and we enjoyed our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Excellent stay

Recently stayed at this cottage for an ice fishing trip. Perfect spot, easy to access the lake. The cottage itself is a very nice place, clean, plenty of space for a small group. I would book this stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

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

Clean, Comfortable, Cozy

Accurate listing, great location (easy drive to Augusta for dinner), really peaceful and quiet. GPS had a minor problem right at the end trying to send us through a neighbor's trailer, but we figured it out (the external pictures helped). Loved our stay there, even though it was just overnight on the way to somewhere else. Next time, we'll stay for a week.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

We came to go ice fishing

We were very pleased with our stay here. Alana was very quick to respond to all messages before and during our stay. The house had everything we needed while we were here. Plenty of parking and easy access to the lake for a day of ice fishing. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Quiet and beautiful spot!

Our experience was awesome! Beautiful spot, centrally located to where our family function was. Host was attentive should we have had any needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

wonderful stay

The home was great for our stay in the Belgrades. The neighborhood is great for walks and kayaking. The neighbors are lovely and friendly. The house is accurately represented. We definitely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

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

Quiet Location!

Enjoyed a quick stay at this quiet lake side cottage. We appreciated having the window A/C as the temp was a little warmer than expected for October. Having access to the kayaks was a nice added benefit. It was a comfortable stay for our family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jenney G.

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

Good stay

Plenty of room for our family. Well appointed kitchen. Would have liked to enjoy the deck but rained most of the time while we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The cottage at 8 Bass Lane, Belgrade, ME is lovely in every way. The furnishings are tasteful, comfortable, and in excellent condition. The cottage is bright and spacious and all the appliances are in good condition. The washer and dryer are gigantic; the smart TV is large; and the kitchen is fully equipped and a delight to work in. The outside deck is big and has beautiful furniture with plush cushions. Alana and her husband were attentive and responsive whenever I had a question and responded immediately to assist us in whatever way they could. So why did I give the cottage only a “3” rating? Because we were not on the water. We could view Great Pond but only if we looked across our neighbors grass and between the cottages that were themselves on Great Pond. The cottage is supposed to have a sunset exposure, but it doesn’t because the sunset is off to the side and obscured by tall trees. The owners had two kayaks for our use, but they would have had to be carried at least one-tenth of a mile to the public dock to get them in the water. They were too heavy and awkward for either of us or for our 58 year old son to carry that distance. So, in summary, we loved the cottage but not its surroundings and decided almost immediately that we would not return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Thanksgiving 2023

A very comfortable cottage, we had everything we needed. Driftwood Cottage was cozy, amenities were top of the line. It is a beautiful area even in the late fall. Host, Alana, was exceptionally responsive to any questions I had.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Ice Fishing weekend

Very nice place. Comfy and clean. Plenty of parking space. The lake house had all the amenities we needed. Location is convenient and right near the lake access. The Host was very responsive to any questions and or concerns . Definitely would recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Alana Silverman

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Hello!

My family was fortunate to grow up right here in Maine, which gave us a true love and passion for this incredible state. To us, Maine is about peace, relaxation, and having nature right at your fingertips. This is our home, and we are so thrilled to welcome you.

We purchased Driftwood Cottage to be our family's personal getaway. We fell in love with its cozy feel, a well-thought-out layout, and peaceful setting. Our main priority is to ensure you have a relaxing vacation with all the comforts of home. We've worked hard to make sure your experience delivers on every level, and we hope you create memories here that will last a lifetime.

Why they chose this property

Discover the Belgrade Lakes Region
Come and explore the quaint town of Belgrade, which offers a variety of things to do all year round! We're perfectly situated for easy access to some of central Maine's best local spots.

Local Highlights:

Belgrade Lakes Golf Course: Just an 8-minute drive away, this is one of the premier golf courses in the state, set on 240 sprawling acres.

The Village Inn: A waterside restaurant only 8 minutes away. Enjoy a comprehensive Maine-inspired menu and live music every Wednesday and Sunday this fall.

Tree Spirits Winery and Distillery: This unique establishment is a must-visit for wine and spirits enthusiasts and is just an 18-minute drive from the cottage.

Dew Haven Zoo: This locally-owned rescue and zoo houses over 200 animals and is only a 20-minute drive. (Open May 7th - October 9th)

Theatre at Monmouth: Offering a diverse range of engaging plays for both children and adults, this theater is a 30-minute drive.

Outdoor Adventures:

Several Hiking Trails: Explore scenic trails like Blueberry Hill, French Mountain, Mount Philip, and more, all just a short drive away.

Looking for more recommendations? We'll provide you with our curated digital guidebook after you book to help you plan the perfect trip!

What makes this property unique

Driftwood Cottage Highlights
We've designed our home with everything you need for a comfortable and unforgettable stay. Here are just a few of the things our guests love most:

Ultimate Lakeside Access: Enjoy year-round lake access from our property with a private boat ramp. Seasonally, a boat slip for a 24-foot boat is available on the dock. You can also fish right from the 24-foot dock! Don't have a boat? You can explore the lake with the two provided Old Town kayaks.

Convenience & Comfort: We've thought of everything so you don't have to. The home is stocked with fresh linens and towels, complimentary skin-sensitive toiletries, and a washer/dryer on-site with provided detergent.

Free High-Speed Wi-Fi: We provide great Wi-Fi speeds for those working while away, ensuring a comfortable and productive stay.

Ample Parking: You'll have plenty of space with ample parking for 5+ vehicles, including room for a boat trailer.

Languages:

English

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