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"Andy's Place"

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the shores of Whetstone Pond, Russell Mountain Cottage offers a serene retreat with easy access to ATV and Snowmobile Trails. Enjoy great summertime fishing in this picturesque setting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Andy's Place"

A small year round Cottage on Beautiful Whetstone Pond with Majestic Russell Mountain emerging right from the shoreline across from you. Easy access to ATV and Snowmobile Trails. Great Summertime Fishing, sorry Whetstone is closed to Ice Fishing, but good Ice fishing just down the street.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

"Andy's Place" Abbot
"Andy's Place" Cottage
"Andy's Place" Cottage Abbot

About the neighborhood

Map
Abbot, ME

What's nearby

  • Whetstone Pond - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Barrows Falls Trail - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lowe's Covered Bridge - 25 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Katahdin Cruises and Moosehead Marine Museum - 45 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Peaks-Kenny State Park - 51 min drive - 46.3 km

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Lakeshore House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Quarry - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Turning Page Farm Brewery - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Thymes & Seasons Bistro - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Andy's Place" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at "Andy's Place"?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Andy's Place"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Andy's Place" located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Whetstone Pond and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Barrows Falls Trail. Abbot Evangelical Free Church and Lake Hebron are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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"Andy's Place" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia N.

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

Great place for a family getaway

I stayed here with my sibling and some cousins and it was excellent. The camp has everything you need, was very tidy, and spacious for its size. The view was beautiful and the porch is a great place to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is a great value. The screened porch is worth the price of admission. Dog friendly, near great hiking trails including AT in Monson.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kille B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is so cute and has everything you can imagine needing. The owners were great at communicating and very helpful. My friends and I had a fantastic time right on the water, listening to the loons.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Great place to stay!!

It was beautiful and clean! Would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam A.

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

Andy’s Place

The view was amazing, supplies were exactly what was needed and it was peaceful and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lydia a.

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

honeymoon

this was a perfect getaway for my husband and i, i love that they decorated the residence so cute and they had it so nicely cleaned. i enjoyed everything about it, and they had stock of fire wood for the wood stove :) 10000% recommend. our doggies also loved their stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Amazing views and cozy house

Couldn’t be happier with the weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb G.

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

Perfect getaway

Great place in a great location. Would recommend it to anyone who wants a quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kamie W.

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

Friendsgiving

The place was clean and so cozy! We will be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Nice convenient spot.

Really nice convenient location. The screened in porch and living room is roomier than the pictures show.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

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

Perfect

Everything about this property was perfect. Very accommodating! Family and dogs enjoyed every moment-So much… we booked again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Perfect for a getaway

We absolutely loved our stay at Andy’s place and wish we could have stayed longer. Great location and the cabin is adorable. Loved sitting on the dock watching the loons on the lake, the screened porch is also fabulous. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal P.

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

Wonderful stay

We’re so glad we booked a couple nights at Andy’s Place! We usually stay at the A-frame (which we love), but this home offers a completely different and equally wonderful experience. It’s full of charm and character—you can really feel the love and thought that went into creating the space.We spent most of our time out on the porch, just soaking in the peaceful vibe and listening to the rain. Our senior dog was also very relaxed here and enjoyed her time napping on the porch.Wish we had stayed longer and didn't have to leave tomorrow but we will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing such a special place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Relaxing pond side cottage

Cottage is very Clean has everything you would ever need. We really enjoyed the screen porch overlooking the water. What a view !! We hope to be able to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne B.

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

Family Vacation

2nd year in a row With sisters and niece Going to this beautiful Gem .. Spending much needed Bonding and Yard Saling In Cornville The water and The loons Are an added beautiful to the stay Be back 2025 The cottage is low key With touches of creative Decorations brought all together All you need is there No need to worry that you Too off the grid
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey L.

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

Will return for the summer.

This cabin is a beautiful spot very off of the main road. Secluded and super peaceful trip, we stayed during a strong winter wind storm, but still got beautiful really nearby trail hikes in, we would love to return in a few months when it’s warmer. Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise T. M.

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

On the Pond in Maine

The cabin was very clean and very well supplied. The property ended where the pond began and the host provided a fire pit and chairs for enjoying the view in the evening. A screen in porch was very nice, too. Wish we had known about the boat landing right next to the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

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

Home away from home

Stayed here while I was house hunting in the area (found one!) and Wow. This camp was even better than the photos. Clean, cozy, gorgeous views, almost better than home. The mattress was perfect, watching tv before nodding off to peaceful bliss was delightful. Kitchen had all necessities, shower had great water temp and pressure,and the pups enjoyed snoozing by the heater. Thank you for a delightful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald L.

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

Our fourth stay on this property

Andy's Place in Abbott, Me never disappoints, never fails to enchant and rejuvenate. This trip was a little kayaking, a little swimming, a little sitting by an evening campfire, and a lot of enjoying the quietness and beauty of Whetstone Pond. As always, we kept watch for the resident loons. The only time we left camp was for our anniversary dinner at The Quarry in nearby Monson. We already have our reservations for next year.! Can't say enough about this beautiful property and the excellent amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Happy hearts

We could not have had a better vacation. It’s so hard to tell when booking online if the rental will live up to our expectations. Well, this one certainly did. Do not hesitate to rent this cottage. I cannot count how much time we spent on the dock and on the porch. Absolutely wonderful. The amenities were outstanding.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean D.

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

As comfortable as it gets.

This cottage had everything you need and then some. Spotless clean. Amazing details right down to power cords and charging stations for your phones, cleverly decorated, amazing views. Easy access for your boat. Nice experience. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis R.

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

The best get-a way we have had!

This cozy cabin is right on a pond and the views are awesome!. We had two weeks of just totally relaxing with a warm fire and lot's of food/snacks. There are plenty of places we explored for walking, but really enjoyed just hanging out at Andy's Place, (the cabin's name). Close to Moosehead Lake for exploring. Owners provided unlimited amount of firewood for ambiance and heat; however the cabin has a propane heater that keeps you warm all night. We are coming back!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Karinne S.

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

Cute & cozy getaway

We stayed for a weekend in December. The wood stove made the cottage very cozy, and the surrounding area was very quiet with amazing views of the lake. When you enter the address in Google Maps, it takes you to the wrong location, but we were able to find the right place relatively quickly by following the written directions provided. We contacted the host and he was very responsive and helpful. Our only complaint was that the house had a noticeable smell of cigarette smoke inside. In the summer it may not be as pronounced, but in the winter with all the windows and doors closed, it was. We still enjoyed our stay regardless.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald L.

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

We keep coming back

Our third visit to Andy's Place and we keep coming back because it's such a pleasant place to be when you want some down time. This week after Labor Day it was mostly just us and quiet neighboring renters, plus the loon family and a heron who was hanging out to keep tabs on the baby frogs that were coming ashore. The camp, as always, was clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything that we needed. The large screened in porch was a front seat to view the spectacular light show on our last evening there - several hours of "heat lightening" that lit up the whole sky - nature's fireworks! Thanks for everything, Paul and Kelly. We will keep coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Lakeside retreat

Beautiful, clean, easy to find lakeside rental! Comfortably sleeps 6, direct access to the water for swimming and kayaking with 2 campfire options. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025