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Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access

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A log cabin with a grassy yard, a small deck, and a view of a lake.
A log cabin interior with a wooden floor, a sofa, a ladder, and a door leading to another room.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a sofa with cushions, a small table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted clock.
A grassy area with two Adirondack chairs facing a lake, surrounded by trees.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, bar area, and large windows.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Oakland, ME
  • Place, Messalonskee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterville Opera House
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Common Space

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access

Nestled upon Messalonskee Lake in the heart of the Belgrade Lakes region, you'll find this classic Maine cottage. In the warm months, there's room to park your boat and trailer at the property, and a public boat launch is a mile-and-a-half away. Golf, disc golf, music venues, a world-class museum, and fantastic local restaurants await in and around Waterville and Oakland. Portland, with a major jetport and bigger city attractions, is less than an hour and a half away.

At the cottage itself, start the day on your screened porch with a cup of coffee, enjoying the lake view. Then take a swim or float on beautiful Lake Messolonski (Snow Pond) just outside your door. Inside, you'll find a lofted space with hardwood floors, pine-paneled ceilings and walls, and all the cabin coziness you crave. Whip up a snack or quick meal in the spacious kitchenette, which features a fridge, brand new oven, and microwave, then grab a bite at one of the barstools. After a day of exploration, relax with a little streaming TV, upload the day's pics to to social media with the free WiFi, or just unplug outside with a gorgeous sunset view over the water. End the night roasting marshmallows around the firepit - another perfect lake day awaits tomorrow.

THINGS TO KNOW
Please respect the 3-adult maximum occupancy, which includes visitors.
This unit is unsuitable for larger gatherings.
There is a ladder that guests must climb to the loft with Queen sized bed. Downstairs has a sleeper sofa bed that sleeps one.
Guests must use their own credentials for streaming services.
This vacation rental is not equipped with air-conditioning.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 5292468vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Oakland

Located in Oakland, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Tree Spirits and Quarry Road Trails are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts and First Congregational Church. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Oakland, ME

What's nearby

  • Messalonskee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Colby College - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Thomas College - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Waterville Opera House - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 16 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Korner Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access?

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access on 24 Aug 2026 start from AU$979, 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 Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront, dog-friendly cottage with screened porch, firepit, WiFi & lake access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Messalonskee Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Belgrade Lakes Chain and Tree Spirits. Thomas College and Kennebec River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jake F.

Great, quiet spot on the lake!

Such a nice little spot to relax on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Daniel L.

Cozy Cabin

Very peaceful and quiet location. Perfect for 2
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Lovely little cabin on the lake

We had a wonderful and peaceful stay at Lena’s little cabin in the lake. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Our Maine lake cabin experience

My wife and I are big fans of Maine Cabin Masters, which brought us to Maine for the lake cabin experience. It was exactly what we were looking for and accurately presented on the VRBO site. It was great, even including the ladder up to the loft for bed each night. Extremely good host and good location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Lena’s CanI.

Very pretty and peaceful place. Well stocked. You are right next to the lake and there is a fire pit. Nice place to have a little quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh C.

Perfect Cozy Lakeside Cabin

This is such a hidden gem! This adorable cabin had everything we needed - and we were greeted with fresh flowers and whoopie pies when we arrived which was such a pleasant surprise! The kids and our dog especially enjoyed swimming at the beach right in front of the cabin. We would definitely love to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

steven i.

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

comy cozy

was very comfortable and right on water.wished there were shades or blinds on windows but otherwise very comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. We passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very sweet cottage steps from the lake. We were greeted with fresh wildflowers and local pastries! The screened-in porch is such a bonus! Communication was excellent. Be aware that the steps to the loft bedroom are quite steep and definitely not suited for children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mario S.

Quaint and cozy

I was greeted by the Owner Mark and he was so welcoming and gracious. Showed me around and it was a nice first impression. The cabin was nice with all the comforts. The lake was beautiful and although it was more of an active lake with all its sounds, it quieted down greatly at night. I would certainly come back and chill out again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay in this cute and cozy cabin with direct lake access. The boat launch is nearby which made it super easy to go pike fishing every day. Then we'd come back to the warm cabin, cook up some steaks on the grill and snuggle up on the little loveseat. The only thing that would have made the stay better is for the windows to have shades for privacy, especially in the bathroom! The owner lives next door and he was around several of the days we were there so you sort of felt like you could be on display at night. The loft is pretty inconvenient since the ladder is very steep with strangley spaced steps. You can't really bring much up with you. We knew there was a loft from the listing so it wasn't a surprise and there's really nothing that can be done to change it but its worth mentioning, especially if you have a fear of heights. Overall, we had a really great stay and loved our time on Lake Messalonskee!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

NATE A.

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

Sensational Stay at Lena’s Cabin

This property was the perfect oasis on a trip myself and some friends were not necessarily excited for at first. The Adirondack chairs by the lakeshore and the fire pit were perfect to help unwind after long and difficult days. I will say, it did appear that the hot water had some issues, but other than that we had an incredible stay. Other than hot water, the property was perfect. I would love to book this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

Pleasantly surprised

Was not expecting it to be so clean or have a Keurig. Owner was so accommodating. There were plenty of linens. While there is no AC we were not hot, even in the loft. Although it was hot during the day it cools enough at night with the fans/window to sleep comfortably. If I had to find a downside, I would say the love seat that opens was too uncomfortable for a large adult so bring an air mattress. We loved having the lake to fish or swim and how clean it was! Would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wesley W.

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

Charming solitude

Lovely cabin, well equipped, on a quaint lake front. We really enjoyed this tiny gem. The loft bed is very comfy, but not suited for anyone who would have an issue climbing a ladder to get there. The owners thoughtful touches, fresh flowers and local treats, made for a welcoming arrival. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva Z.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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