Steal a sweet summer escape to the lake with this Winthrop vacation rental! The family-friendly abode comes equipped with plenty of outdoor recreation supplies, including kayaks, a private swim dock, and a wood-burning fire pit, so you can make the most of your time on the water. Inside, make yourself at home with the cottage’s 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, furnished living space, and full kitchen. If you’re looking to venture out, head to one of the area’s wildlife exhibits, nature parks, or museums.
If you’re looking for a low-key getaway to enjoy with the whole family - and Fido, too - this waterfront cottage is your perfect fit, equipped with all the essentials for some fun in the sun!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘N Play
OUTDOORS: Private water frontage, lake-view deck, gas grill, outdoor dining, hammock, porch swing, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating, kayaks INDOORS: Smart TV, book collection, sectional sofa, master bedroom w/ TV, skylights KITCHEN: Well-equipped, essential appliances, cooking basics, drip coffee maker GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, high chair, window A/C units, central heating PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), boat trailer parking
-- THE LOCATION --
ANNABESSACOOK LAKE (on-site): Boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, watersports ANIMAL ATTRACTIONS: DEW Haven | Maine Zoo and Rescue (13.2 miles), Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary (17.2 miles), Maine Wildlife Park (36.1 miles) MUSEUMS + HISTORY: Maine State Museum (13.6 miles), Old Fort Western (14.2 miles), Norlands Living History Center (19.7 miles) PARKS + NATURE: Mill Park (14.3 miles), Androscoggin Riverlands State Park (15.2 miles), Swan Island (21.8 miles) AIRPORTS: Auburn-Lewiston Airport (23.5 miles), Knox County Regional Airport (59.2 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly (dogs only, maximum of 2 allowed) - No events, parties or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
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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
Winthrop
Located in Winthrop, this cottage is on the waterfront. Androscoggin Riverlands State Park and Annabessacook Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kennebec Ice Arena and Maine State Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Samantha Smith and Viles Arboretum. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
Is Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit!?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit! on 4 Apr 2026 start from AU$317, 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 Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Life on the Lake with Private Dock & Fire Pit! located?
This family-friendly Winthrop cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Annabessacook Lake and Wilson Pond. Maranacook Lake and Cobbosseecontee Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great secluded lake house. Plenty of room for entire family. Full kitchen and great room with big smart TV. Fantastic fishing! Fire pit, kayaks, great gas grill. We loved it!
This was our third visit to the cottage and it was as great as our last two! Clean cabin, comfy beds, and a great, private lakefront property for all your swimming, fishing, and pup adventure needs! A nice, peaceful summer getaway!
Clyde & Judy were great
Cottage was awesome
Enjoyed kayaking the lake
Lobster from Lighthouse wine & Seafood was delicious
Thanks again for the boat ride
This was a beautiful spot..right on the watet. Perfect for floating on those hot days! And the dog loved it too. The only reason i don't give it 5 stars is that it was hard to fish from the shore as the water was shallow a long way out. No deep water. We thought part of that was it had been so dry for a long time. But we enjoyed everything else. Older house very well maintained. We had everything we needed.
Michele H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael J.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great spot to unwind!
The property was gust what we wanted. Peaceful spot and well equipped and comfortable. The only short coming was the the kitchen equipment. We opted to buy some pans to allow proper meal preparation.
Michael J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Norman
3 Aug 2024
Wonderful House and Setting
We are seniors and this house was perfect for us. One of us is handicapped and uses a walker. The bathroom was totally handicapped accessible. The lake is beautiful.When we mentioned that we wanted to make lobsters, owners recommended where to get them and brought over everything to make it a wonderful experience.This house is well equipped and extremely clean and comfortable.
Such a great place to stay with everything you could ever need! Fishing was phenomenal!! Caught and released 146 fish in 4 days!!! Loved the camp and the area!!
The views from this house are just awesome! The yard was perfect for lounging and there was plenty of space for our two large dogs! Having the kayaks available to us was also a huge plus! The house was very clean and very well stocked! Highly recommend this property!
The cottage and property are well-stocked with everything one needs. It is quaint and comfy. The surroundings are beautiful. This was a working vacation for me and I set up my laptop on the diring table, working while looking out on a lake. So much wildlife and bird activity. My family visited and was entranced.
I went to the cabin with two friends. The first thing we noticed was how clean and the cabin was. The bathroom was very clean and the cabin was set up for handicap access throughout. I was unaware that but was quite pleased as I am a below-the-knee amputee. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and would be pleased to go back. We met the property owner while we were there and he was very nice and accommodating. I would recommend this place 2 anyone that wanted to get away for a quiet relaxing time.
We had a much needed, relaxing vacation. The fishing was great, the weather couldn’t have been better for mid October. The leaves were at peak and we enjoyed the property. It was well stocked, and very clean. We enjoyed the fire pit and kayaked. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Beautiful lake, location. Serene, relaxing. Close to Augusta- lots to see and do. Well equipped home. Spacious, roomy, many comforts of home. Highly recommend!
Lake house that has it all: stunning views right from the house windows, hemlock for reading and campfire place for s'mores. new steady kayaks. Lots of opportunities to explore for nature lovers: warm lake to swim and woody shore to explore on the kayaks. Lots of trails for hiking and mushrooming.
This was the perfect spot for my husband and me to stay while socially distantly visiting my family. There's a large yard with lots of chairs and an outdoor firepit right also the very scenic water. It was clean and warm inside and the wi-fi was fast for teleworking. The space was very large, check-in was easy, and the owners were very responsive to text messages. Highly recommend!