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Smart TV, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Maine Cottage

Year-round Maine cottage on Barker's Pond Road. Adorable accommodations for 2 to 4 in a Maine lake setting. The cottage is in the perfect location close to everything but with a secluded feeling. Bring your paddle boards, fishing poles, and hiking boots. Excellent little cottage for Ice Fisher people! Great trails for ATVs, hiking, or biking. We provide 2 Old Town Kayaks with life jackets and paddles. The water is crystal clear and the fish are biting Summer and Winter! The water is crystal clear and perfect for swimming!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Maine Cottage Lyman
Maine Cottage Private vacation home
Maine Cottage Private vacation home Lyman

About the neighborhood

Map
Lyman, ME

What's nearby

  • Engine - 25 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Funtown Splashtown USA - 28 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Old Orchard Beach - 30 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 30 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Palace Playland - 30 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 28 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterboro Market & Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Xota Brewing Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Town Line Family Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Goodwin's Mills General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waterboro House of Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maine Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maine Cottage located?

This family-friendly Alfred vacation home is located on a lake, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Swan Pond, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kennebunk Pond and Saco River. Swan Pond and Federal Street Dog Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Maine Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Loved this cottage for mine and my husband's anniversary

We loved everything about our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Wonderful stay!

Great place to stay. Cute and comfy in a nicely secluded spot. Hosts are very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Breathtaking Getaway/ We didn’t want to leave

Penelope and Pete were the most welcoming and accomodating hosts. The property was so picturesque! Swimming, kayaking and fishing all in our backyard! It was so hard to leave, we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett H.

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

Well Worth It

Communication before, during and after was great. The location was within a short drive to many offerings. Swimming access was ideal and was very enjoyable. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a great base point in a central location with the option to have a great time at the location as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Great Spot

Lovely spot on the water and a cozy set-up. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Scott B.

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

Convenient location in Southern Maine

Small but cozy with everything we needed for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Deb and John H.

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

Beautiful view of the pond.

Cottage was very clean, organized and equipped. For older seniors and people with disabilities it might be helpful to mentioned that the main floor has the kitchen and bathroom and the main bedroom is down one flight and the living room is up one flight.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

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

This was a wonderful place to stay!

We had great access to a beautiful deck and kayaking. It was in the middle of several places we wanted to visit. The owners are very nice people. We had a really good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Peaceful Pond

The location and stay were amazingly relaxing and just far enough from the beaten path. Days spent relaxing by the pond were magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emily K.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

Penny & Peter were lovely hosts. They live close by but only saw them occasionally. They were there to greet us and get us settled in. There's a lovely outdoor grill space with a brand new grill and your own private dock to chill on. They had everything we needed down to the olive oil! I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Maine vacation

The cabin was very nice. Beautiful view of the pond. Owners very accommodating, went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

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

Mini vacation

The house was the perfect spot for us. The host was very nice and we enjoyed our stay very much. It was nice to sit on the dock with a coffee in the morning or in the evening with a glass of wine. The home was very clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Q.

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

Friends getaway

We were looking for a low key friends weekend, a place to hang out by the fire and relax. Penny and Pete’s place was perfect! Clean and cozy, they provided all the amenities one would need (charcoal for grill, wood for fire, bottles of water, towels, etc) overall a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Patricia H.

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

Our Maine Adventure

My kids and I stayed at this little cottage on the pond. It was so peaceful and the manager was so very pleasant to talk with. We fished and the kids swam in the pond. We are definitely planning to come back in the winter because they are making a 4 season cottage ready. Everyone in the area was friendly! And the hen eggs were delicious! Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher e.

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

Awesome

The property manager was super helpful!! Very great people!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

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

Cute little house by the water!

I loved this place! It was adorable, perfect little getaway for 2. They had kayaks there for us to go around the pond. Crystal clear water. Nice, friendly people. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ali A.

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

Memorable stay at Penny’s and Pete’s

We had an amazing time at this charming cottage. The place was spectacularly clean and exactly as advertised. It is cozy and charmingly decorated, complete with all the amenities one could need for a weekend getaway (or even longer stays) and a beautiful lake-side deck and natural fire place. Penny and Pete were very gracious, responsive and accommodating hosts. We would definitely come back for another relaxing getaway weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gaia E.

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

Beautifully Secluded

This is a gorgeous small guest house great for a relaxing weekend or a place to crash after local hiking or other activities. The property owners were responsive and wonderful to work with. There is an outside hearth which you can use on request which is just GORGEOUS! The water has a bit of local flavor, so if you are picky bring a galleon of drinking water. Absolutely amazing stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Penny P.

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

Excellent Vacation Rental

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! There was plenty of room for a family of four. Access to the lake was right at our back door. We enjoyed the dock and the kayaks. The owners are also very nice! Our daughter was sick on one of our days here and they offered to drive into town for us to get her medicine if needed. We lost one day of sightseeing because of her sick day, but we were able to keep ourselves and our other child entertained on the lake. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

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

The Extra Mile

If you want an extremely relaxing place, drive the extra mile into the woods to a great cabin on a beautiful pond. We were out to dinner our second night when a storm hit. On our way back to the cabin, a tree had fallen across the only entrance to the property and was impassible by car. The host was extremely quick to respond and brought us in via ATV trails on a side-by-side. Talk about service! If you want to get away from it all, stay with hosts that will go that extra mile to ensure you have everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Excellent and surprisingly beautiful

We arrived after dark and when we arrived we were greeted by twinkling lights and dancing torches. The whole pond was sprinkled with similar decor. We squeezed in a morning kayak and mile long walks. So beautiful and happy. Hosts were gregarious and all the towns were twenty minutes away that offered fine dining and shopping. Purchased lots of Lilly Pulitzer, antiques and stopped for ice cream too. A perfect holiday weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Perfectly Quaint Get-Away

Loved this cabin in the woods of Maine, off the beaten path, on a beautiful, quiet, clear pond. Our hosts were nearby and gracious, but never bothersome. Our accommodations were perfect for two of us. Cozy, clean, unique, private, relaxing. We were allowed use of kayaks and thoroughly enjoyed our strolls around the pond in them. There were comfortable chairs on a deck right at the water's edge so we could watch nature come alive every morning and evening. A resident loon, a bald eagle, jumping fish, squirrels, chipmunks, bumble bee, and a neighborhood lab dog that loved to swim in the pond. We would highly recommend this venue!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily O.

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

Perfect Getaway

We loved being here, it was quiet and the perfect weekend away for us to celebrate my husbands birthday. We brought food to cook breakfast and lunch at the cabin, and were able to cook just fine with the kitchen amenities provided. We easily traveled to Portland and neighboring cities for dinner after a day of fishing, kayaking and relaxing. It is good to note as another review stated that the cabin is right next door to the owners and other cabins on the pond, super easy check in and friendly hosts. If you’re looking for total isolation this might not be the spot! The cabin is also a split level style, you walk into the main level with kitchen and bath, upstairs is a second bedroom and living space and downstairs is the main bedroom which was helpful during the summer since it stayed nice and cool without air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren R.

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

Beautiful Pond

Overall, we enjoyed our stay - particularly kayaking and paddle boarding on the pond. The house is rustic and minimalist (4 forks, 4 dinner plates, only two seats at the indoor table, etc.) but we made it work. It did need to be cleaned a bit better, but we took care of that and it was ok. I think we may have had an off-visit, as I noticed many reviews mentioning they had things that were missing for us. Hosts were very responsive when we reached out, which was appreciated. The pond really is the best part, and we enjoyed it so much, even with our rainy weather. The neighbors put on an amazing fireworks show for the 4th! It may be helpful for others to know the house is accessed by a dirt road that goes around the pond. I'm sure it's not a problem for most, but it was a little tough in our small sedan (especially with all the rain).
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michelina C.

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

Beautiful cabin/lake, not-so-beautiful drive in…

Pete & Penny (property owner/Vrbo listers) were wonderful & responsive: from its booking, to its check-in/arrival, to a couple needs once on site, to a “Safe travels/farewell!” upon checkout. Cabin was adorable…& totally “Maine.” So nice to have use of kayaks on a small, quiet lake; firepit outside the cabin; etc. Loved that they live on-site/close by & their free-range chickens about, too! :) My only request would be to update its listing details to thoroughly explain to guests HOW “remote” it is…& that Barkers Pond Rd in is unpaved, EXTREMELY washed out & crippling potholes that you can’t avoid if you tried. Sincerely, had we not come up in an AWD SUV, I’d have truly been concerned with even GETTING to the cabin on this road! A sedan or any “basic” car, literally would have struggled. As I live in a rural area of Upstate NY with similar(ish) roads in areas: please! Whomever is fully “in charge” of that road? Be it the camp owners, the town/municipality(?), whomever? Take better care/fill/tamp down/grade out your access road on the regular after storms (as well as updating your listing to explain the cabin’s FULL location/this road in!) or, I can assure you, you’ll likely end up with WORSE reviews at some point, when someone gets stuck/pops a tire/cracks an axle coming in to or going out of the extremely poorly cared for road. That was its only “bad” part… Cabin itself clean, tidy, great water pressure for showers, etc. - thank you, again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024