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Twin Oaks on Great Pond

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Twin Oaks from the Road
Twin Oaks from lake side looking back at Crystal Spring Lane
New in 2019 kitchen facing door to screened porch
New 2019 kitchen picture from porch door
New 2019 kitchen picture from living room doorway
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Rome, ME
  • Popular LocationBelgrade Lakes Chain1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBelgrade Lakes Golf13 min drive
  • Popular LocationColby College24 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Back Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs half bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Twin Oaks on Great Pond

This picturesque lake cottage (Twin Oaks) is literally "On Golden Pond". The golden pond of movie fame is actually this great pond. With 46 miles of shoreline, it is the largest lake in the Belgrade Lakes chain and the largest body of water in the world named "pond". The cottage belonged to my grandfather who purchased it in the 1930s.
It is not unusual to hear the enchanting call of loons on the lake and/or see them close to shore sometimes with babies in tow. Ospreys occasionally perch in the branches just off the screened in porch and there is at least one Bald Eagle that can be spotted on this end of the lake.
Cool delicious well water from our private well offers a no cost alternative to bottled water. The cottage features quiet new ceiling fans, WIFI Internet, HI-DEF flat screen TV with dvd and premium cable service. A huge fully screened porch overlooks the beautiful golden sunsets across the cove. You can enjoy delicious grilled meals from the new in 2019 Weber 3 burner gas grill in the yard. The 32' long 6' wide dock and landing with a fantastic 5' wide stairway with handrail into the water facilitates enjoying the water for people with limited mobility issues. The use of two single kayaks for our guests at no additional cost provides plenty of ways to enjoy the water! The kayaks are stable and perfect for first time paddlers. Take lunch and picnic on the pond! Several islands are just a short paddle away. A mere 10 minute paddle from your dock "darkest africa" as I used to call it, awaits your exploration . While the name may be testament to the childhood exaggerations of a youthful perspective, it is still a picturesque little stream where you may catch a glimpse of turtles sunning themselves above the lily pads or a blue heron fishing the shallow water if you are lucky.
After a stay at Twin Oaks, your memories will be ready to harken you back to the time when you experienced first-hand "The Way Life Should Be" "On Golden Pond" in Maine.

Property manager

Tom and Maureen McAvoy

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets allowed for $75 per pet per week.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cancellations: refund available only if cottage is re-rented for same rate. Rentals are Saturday through Saturday. Until confirmed, rates are subject
• No ground fires. • Please leave cottage as you found it
Trash pickup is Saturday. Please have all of you trash in trash bags and in the outside trashcans by 10 A.M. Saturday morning.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oakland

Located in Oakland, this cottage is on the waterfront. Belgrade Lakes Chain and Kimball Pond reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include First Congregational Church and Skowhegan State Fairgrounds. Samantha Smith and Kennebec Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Map
Rome, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 1 min walk
  • Belgrade Lakes Golf - 13 min drive
  • Kennebec River - 23 min drive
  • Colby College - 24 min drive
  • Augusta Civic Center - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • H.J. Blake's - 15 min drive
  • Hello Good Pi - 11 min drive
  • Sunset Grill - 11 min drive
  • Belgrade Lakes Seafood - 11 min drive
  • 122 Carson - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Twin Oaks on Great Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twin Oaks on Great Pond?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twin Oaks on Great Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Twin Oaks on Great Pond located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Belgrade Lakes Chain and within 12 miles (20 km) of Belgrade Lakes Golf and Kimball Pond. Tree Spirits is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin Oaks Sunsets
This cottage is tucked away in a little corner of Great Pond and was a wonderful find. Modern kitchen and good bathroom. The wrap around porch lends itself well to nice views and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Lake
Great property. Like the porch especially.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best porch ever!
This is a quintessential Maine camp on the best lake. The updated kitchen has lots of dishes and pans to feed family and friends. The porch provided a cool dry area for visiting and eating. There are steep stairs to the second floor and stairs to the water which may impact some visitors. Great place to kayak, swim and watch sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Vacation at Great Pond
The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect. Everything in the cabin worked flawlessly, it was comfortable and the lake view was outstanding. We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity at Great Pond
I enjoyed a lovely stay with a friend for part of my week to kayak, swim, read and float on the lake. We cooked out and ate in and just really enjoyed the peacefulness and the loons. Late summer is a good time to visit and paddle as many people go home and the motorboat traffic is minimalized. We sat on the porch and read in the evening. It was so serene. I enjoyed the quiet for the remainder of the week and the afternoon sun hits this dock perfectly. Everything that was needed was there and the accommodation was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tom and Maureen McAvoy

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I was born and raised in nearby Waterville, Maine and spent nearly every day of every summer until college barefoot, shirtless and carefree at this cottage. I left Maine for upstate New York for high school when my parents closed the Elmwood Hotel in Waterville, Maine and I went to college at Cornell University. A Navy career took me around the world, but now I have retired back to nearby Sidney, Maine. My wife and I are both retired US Naval Officers. Some of my favorite things to do are kayaking around Great Pond, swimming, walking, biking, playing with our dogs and traveling to see new places.

Why they chose this property

My grandfather, Richard W. Begley originally purchased this cottage approximately 80 years ago. I was born and raised in nearby Waterville, Maine and spent nearly every summer until college at this cottage. I have fond memories of great fishing off the dock and the puppet shows that Mary Lane McMillan held at the camp next door ("Afterglow") for the children in the area.

What makes this property unique

The huge screened in porch and nice landing that you can sit and enjoy the lake from are definite pluses. Kayaking on the lake with the 2 kayaks included with your rental at no extra cost is a relaxing way to enjoy and explore the lake. Island hopping, swimming, walking and biking along the roads and even snorkeling along the shore of the lake or out around the islands are fun ways to spend time on the lake. The lake also offers great fishing having been featured on national television shows for its great bass fishing.
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