Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome
Dark Harbour Cottage
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Spend an unforgettable escape in Central Maine at this adorable waterfront cottage. Boasting waterfront views and access to scenic, Threemile Pond, this two-bedroom retreat offers a healthy dose of peace and serenity to help you recharge while remaining within easy reach of area attractions. Sample local libations at nearby Cushnoc Brewing Co. or Two Hogs Winery, nearby, or tee it up at Western View Golf Course, just down the road. Augusta is just 10 miles away and Belfast makes for an easy day trip.
Take in the views from the deck or head down to the shore and lounge on the beach. The shallow water is perfect for family-friendly splashing and you can fish directly from the private dock. When the group has worked up an appetite, fire up the gas grill for a waterfront cookout and al fresco dining at the picnic table. In the evenings, gather around the beach firepit for s'mores and starlight conversation.
The home's updated interior boasts classic and modern features designed for guest comfort. The kitchen comes well-equipped for home-cooking with a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher for easy cleanup. The four-seater breakfast bar features a custom-finish counter featuring historical photographs and a regional map of the area. An adjacent dining room can accommodate table-seating for four. After the day's adventures, relax in the living room while streaming shows and movies on the smart TV or enjoying one of the provided board games. Dedicated desk areas in the living room and front foyer are perfect for remote work or study needs.
Both bedrooms can be found upstairs. Each is equipped with window-mounted air-conditioning for summertime and warm weather comfort. Additional home essentials include free WiFi and a private washer and dryer. Baby gates are available.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Security camera details: Active Ring camera at entry of home.
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Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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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
About the area
Vassalboro
Located in Vassalboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Natanis Golf Course and Regal Augusta are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Saint George State Park and Kennebec River. Samantha Smith and Maine State Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery - 17 min drive - 24.5 km
Augusta Civic Center - 17 min drive - 25.2 km
University of Maine at Augusta - 17 min drive - 26.0 km
Kennebec River Rail Trail - 18 min drive - 22.4 km
Getting around
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 6 min drive
Fieldstone Quickstop & SUBWAY - 6 min drive
Western View Golf and Pub - 11 min drive
MJEK GRILL - 9 min drive
SUBWAY - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome on 15 July 2026 start from AU$471, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront cabin with private dock, beach, deck, grill, & firepit - dogs welcome located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Natanis Golf Course, Kennebec River and VA Maine Healthcare System - Togus. Old Fort Western and Cushnoc Archeological Site are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great directions, easy entry and a nice getaway! Beautiful view across the lake. Kitchen fairly well stocked. Note that the third bed is in an unheated separate building and is pretty rustic.
Ann Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Shana G.
1 July 2025
Lake time with the family
The location was amazing. Loved having our own private little beach. Check in and check out process very easy and Vacasa checks in to make sure everything is okay. Dog friendly property which is a plus. Great house for a family vacation!
Beautiful home in a cute waterfront setting. Plenty to see and do, but we were content just ‘hanging out’ on the water.
Matt K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laurie B.
10 June 2024
Very relaxing
we had everything we needed! The view was beautiful. The cottage is very comfortable. Nice having AC.. enjoyed watching the ducks on the beach. I will go back for sure.!
Laurie B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jeanne T.
7 July 2023
Dark Harbour Cottage
The view and the structure.
Jeanne T.
Verified
8/10 Good
Claire B.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Girls weekend
Myself and two friends did a girl's weekend here! The main house was great. Gorgeous views, clean and cozy. There are two bedrooms upstairs in the main house and one in the separate cabin. The cabin with the third "bedroom"was way too rustic for us so one friend and I bunked in the room with the king bed. The lake access was a dream. Little beach and perfectly shaded. Communication with Vacasa was awful. We initially had trouble getting the door to open with our code and I tried to call the guest help number that was provided. I received recording after recording then the call hung up. So frustrating. Overall this place was great and was well stocked with everything we needed
Claire B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jason K.
10 Nov 2022
Lake cabin that is extremely relaxing!
We loved this family focused cabin. Lots of dishes for cooking, outdoor seating, lake views, and great tv’s that stream.
Two items that need to be looked at by the owners: Outside needs to be cleaned up. Too many spiders webs, dirty mats, etc. Also, the roof leaked in the driveway side bedroom during an extreme rain. No biggie, we put a bucket down to keep the floors from getting damaged. Two minor issues that didn’t stop us from giving 5 stars…we loved this place!!!
Jason K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for your review, Jason, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your feedback as a means to continually improve our home, as well as our guests' comfort and satisfaction. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
19 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
okay stay
For owner Inside well done, but no screen in front windows, deck rail not child safe, large glass piece on beach area. Owner should have local phone numbers fire, police etc.
For Vacasa the cleaning look good on the surface but you start using glassware, cook way, pans, we need to take time to clean them. When i reach out to Vacasa about the refrigerator leaking & the response was A technician was sent to check the condition, that never happen. I feel bad the owner to be using Vacasa spending the money he is not worth it. On my contract I paid $180.00 for cleaning not worth it. If I rent again through VRBO I'm hoping I don't have to deal with Vacasa.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
We apologize for any issues you experienced in communicating with a member of our team, as well as any personal touch you found lacking. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, and we will follow up with the appropriate parties to ensure our service standards are fully met. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider and rectify the issues. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Andrea H.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Okay Stay
The views out to the lake were unbeatable. The house interior was cute. There were, however, a few things that were disappointing. The listing photos made it seem like there was a sandy beach area which our kids were excited about- instead there was overgrown grass and dirt/rocks. The exterior could have used a little clean up, there were lots of cobwebs and spiders, especially on the deck area. The railings on the deck were not child safe so we were not able to use that space unfortunately. The 2nd king bed is actually in the bunkhouse next door, a barn/shed like structure which was very musty and had cobwebs everywhere. I reached out to Vacasa about the exterior of the home and they said they would have their local team address all of it, but that didn’t happen during our stay. We found communication difficult with Vacasa, and would not rent another home with a third party property management company again.
Andrea H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Hi, Andrea, thank you for your feedback. We are disappointed to read that your recent experience was not satisfactory, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We will continue to work with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Amazing and I’ll be coming back during the summer months when we can really enjoy the amenities
Jeanne G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vicki H.
19 Oct 2022
Cozy and relaxing
This cottage is clean, the furniture is comfortable and the kitchen is well appointed. It was too cold to swim in the lake this time, so we will have to come back for that in the summer sometime! Would definitely recommend staying here.
Vicki H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
13 Oct 2022
Great location!
We enjoyed the cozy camp as well as the beautiful views of the lake. Caught fish from the dock and enjoyed a fire on the beach. Can’t ask for better than that!
Robert B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Starla H.
3 Oct 2022
Great lake house
This house is cute and has everything you could want for a week at the lake.
The camp was great. Boys enjoyed kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing off the dock, and campfires. Water depth at end of the dock is about 3.3 feet, for those wanting to bring their own boat.
Tammy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Victoria K.
19 July 2022
Perfect family vacation spot
It’s hard to express how impressed we were with our rental.
It is easy to get to, situated on a peaceful beautiful lake, with all the comforts of home. We spent hours kayaking, fishing, swimming. We had everything we needed to prepare meals. Nearby were excellent breweries and restaurants. The owners were friendly and responsive. The beds were comfortable. Even with a large group we never felt crowded. Amazing experience. Can’t wait to return.