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Private cottage on the lake

Cottage in Franklin with kitchen and patio

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Lake
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Eastbrook, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
  • Place, Village Green
  • Place, Abrams Pond
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private cottage on the lake

The perfect vacation cottage! Enjoy the extraordinary view and peaceful surroundings of crystal clear water atop a private deck on a glacial rock! This special property on Molasses Pond includes 100 feet of private shore for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or other adventures or quiet pursuits. Great beach area for children with shallow water access and piers for fishing or boating. Easy access to Acadia National Park.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tidal Falls and Abrams Pond, while Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Telephone Museum are cultural highlights. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad 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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Eastbrook, ME

What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 38 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Green Lake - 45 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 49 min drive - 51.3 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 60 min drive - 64.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Maple Knoll Pizza - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪182 Pizza - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cottage on the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private cottage on the lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cottage on the lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private cottage on the lake located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Abrams Pond and within 20 miles (32 km) of Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. Ellsworth Public Library and Tidal Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place. Wonderful dock and lakefront
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect nostalgic getaway. Cozy cottage had everything you could need. Lots to do in the area but I would have been content to just take in the pond view and listen for the loons. We really didnt want to leave! Hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dara P.

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

Just what we were looking for!

The cabin was just as we expected. We wanted peace and quiet and it was just what we were looking for. Nestled in the woods with a waterfront view it was truly perfect. Away from the crowds of Bar Harbor but close enough where it’s no problem to drive into Acadia or Bar Harbor. We also enjoyed seeing some of the more local sights. Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary was wonderful in Elsworth and Fogtown Brewery had yummy pizza! We enjoyed the kayaks, canoe, and paddle board daily! We had a family of otters greet us a few mornings. Mike was an exceptional host! He was always quick to respond to any questions we had. We really couldn’t have asked for a better stay! Recommend 100%
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Perfect

Exactly what our family was looking for. A quiet lakeside getaway close to Acadia. Cabin was rustic and clean. Lake was gorgeous. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn G.

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

Amazing views/relaxing stay

My parents and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We spent 2 days and 3 nights here during our trip to Acadia National Park. We couldn’t have chosen a better place for our stay. It was in a beautiful location, right on the water. My dad and I had our coffee out on the dock every morning. If we ever make our way up to Maine again (we’re from Saratoga, NY), we will definitely be looking to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful little cottage. It was a special time. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Beautiful lake, so quiet. We hope to come back one day 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Charming rustic cabin in the woods, right on the lake.

Incredible location right on the lake. Listing and photos do not do it justice. Loved our 3 night stay here. Sunny early Fall weather meant we could swim in the lake, canoe and kayak with supplied boats (inc lifejackets if needed). Good sized wooded garden leading down to lake. Cabin was a good size and charmingly rustic, queen bed a little soft and lumpy and sofa also a little old, but didn’t detract from a well kitted out cabin in the woods, wood burning stove for chilly evenings and roasting smores on the fire pit outside, beautiful sunrises l, loved the private “island” rock to sunbathe on and easy access to Acadia National Park, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Carole O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

In need of new mattresses and a cleaning

While the location was amazing and we really enjoyed swimming around the boulders, the house left much to be desired. The mattresses were intolerable. They should be thrown out. The house was dirty. Dirt and cobwebs. I found mouse poop in the silverware tray, ants in the house and there was even a small mushroom growing in the bathroom. This place could be amazing, but it needs to meet the basic requirements of providing a comfortable bed to sleep upon and a clean and well-appointed house. The location is really wonderful. If the owner gets new mattresses and hires a professional to do a thorough cleaning it will be doable. If he doesn't do that I would suggest one bring a tent. Lastly, and this is beyond the owner's control, the neighbor to one side must be building his own camp as he had a large tractor and a saw going much of the time. That was unfortunate and cut into the peace and quiet. Despite all this we still managed to enjoy our week of vacation, saw loons and eagles, and kayaked. We had to leave early, however, as the beds were really intolerable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage on the shore of a pond near Acadia National Park.The cottage is well equipped with everything necessary for short stays and it is very cozy and comfortable, up to 5 people. Furnitures are not new, but everything works and gives the feeling of being out in the Woods. The location is amazing and it allows to great dawns and sunsets on the pond.Ideal for lazy days, we would absolutely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is magical. We stayed here in October 2021 and I’ve been longing to get back here and finally made it this fall. We hope to do it again in the near future it’s clean, comfortable, beautiful and well equipped and completely relaxing. Also, the host is super responsive and helped us out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

thomas d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle kleine HütteDirekt am See mitten im WaldWer Ruhe sucht ist hier genau richtig
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

TheSkipster100

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very rustic and in a secluded area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay along the water
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was extremely remote and peaceful- exactly what we were looking for. As previous reviewers have said the furniture does need replacing and it could use a deep cleaning; however we knew we were renting a rustic camp so we were not surprised. We did enjoy our stay - fishing was great (caught a 2' pickerel!). We also had an issue that I called the property manager about and he responded immediately - much appreciated! A few tweaks and this place would be perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reiner E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic spot for a quiet get away. Having kayaks to use was awesome. Great views for the sunrise every morning. We drove to Acadia and bar harbor a few times but you could totally stay right at this cottage and still have loads of fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Great lakeside Camp

This camp is a great place to unwind! The boulder deck is an awesome place to relax and enjoy an adult beverage. Check-in was a breeze, and Mike corrected a sleeping arrangement issue quickly. I spent most mornings drinking my coffee on the deck. It was a great way to start my day. The internet was intermittent, so streaming a movie at night may be an issue. All in all, it was a great place to spend two weeks enjoying Down East.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann H.

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

Repeat customers!!

This place does not disappoint!! Quiet and serene. Fantastic fishing and just the perfect place to kick back and relax. Looking forward to a 3rd visit.
4th of July fireworks right on the lake.
Firepit made for smores .
Welcoming cabin 😀
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin A.

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

Quiet very relaxing

Great location close to Bar Harbor,plenty of restaurants.Did some fishing but was to windy for kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on the lake. A simple cabin, well loved, so if you don’t need anything fancy, they have all the necessities AND kayaks for use on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jared B.

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

We enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Check in was easy and the host gave great directions to the cottage which was helpful as cell service in this area is poor. The cottage was accurately described and is very well stocked with almost everything you can think of besides the actual food for your trip. Felt very much like we were staying at a family cottage. The view from the dock was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful time. We wanted piece and quite and relaxing and that’s what we got with this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debra C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenery

The yard, view, lake, dock and fire pit were great! Communication was great and prompt and the price was good. Unfortunately, the cottage was dirty. We don’t mind old or outdated but it was dirty. Appliances were not cleaned and some didn’t work. Don’t think the blankets have ever been washed. Floors were dirty and rugs weren’t vacuumed. It’s a shame because the location and large deck were great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
10/10 Understand that this is a quintessential rustic cabin in Northern Maine. If you understand that: you will thoroughly enjoy this cabin. A slice of Maine cultural history. The property manager has excellent communication and was so kind to mail my daughter’s clothing back to us! The property is everything you would ever want and need for an isolated cabin on a lake. I didn’t mind the 45 min drive to Acadia and back, as it showcases the diversity of Northern Maine (farms, lobsters/sea, forests).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Total Dream Getaway Cabin!

This cabin was absolutely fantastic for our first trip to Maine !!! It was SOOO off the beaten path, with excellent ridiculously close access to the fishing dock (which we used and caught many fish) and kayak-launching shoreline (which we didn't have time to use). The cabin and interior are super dated (think 70's), but also immaculately clean (we went barefoot and never felt a speck of dust) so it was absolutely charming! I loved seeing games/activities/posters/ utensils from my childhood :) Main bed was too small for our liking, but with 3 twins in the kids' room we were able to all sleep comfortably. We brought a sound machine, which was on-point since there are no ceilings separating the rooms; just walls. It would have been nice to have basic toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner) because once we figured out we needed that, we were way too far from a store to "run get some". We all used the hand soap provided for our first shower, and then we left our shampoo/soap for the next guy in hopes to improve his experience :) I would LOVE to come back and stay here, but I would NOT use it as my hub for Acadia---it took us a full hour ONE WAY to get in and out of Acadia each day, which felt like a waste of precious time either chilling at the cabin, or exploring Acadia. This cabin is HIGHLY recommended for a complete getaway--I hope to come back! Price is reasonable! BTW: There is Keurig machine but no K cups so bring your own :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keara H.

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

Beautiful quiet cottage

Had a lovely time staying at Molasses cottage. It was very quiet - perfect for a restful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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