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Ice Fishing, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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On Great Pond's shores, Driftwood Cottage offers a serene retreat with abundant natural light and lake views. Enjoy the spacious deck, fully equipped kitchen, reading loft, and cozy atmosphere that invites relaxation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 8108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 538
AED 1,114 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

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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.

Ice Fishing, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond

Welcome to Driftwood Cottage, a cozy lakeside retreat where you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Nestled in a quiet lakeside community, our cottage is a haven for families, boaters, and even your furry friends. You'll love the private boat access just a two-minute walk away, perfect for a day of fishing, cruising, or simply relaxing by the water no matter the time of year. We have access to the lake year round.

As part of #CottagesofMaine Driftwood Cottage is more than just a place to stay—it's your ultimate Maine getaway.

The Space & Amenities
Driftwood Cottage is a spacious 1,165 sq ft home that invites you to immerse yourself in the wonders of Maine. Our open living room and kitchen layout is perfect for spending quality time together, and our cozy reading nook/living room are stocked with board games, puzzles, and books.

Bedroom Configuration:
• Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, with a box fan and seasonal AC, and blackout shades
• Bedroom 2: Queen Bed with a box fan and blackout shades
• Bedroom 3: Full-sized Bunk Beds with a box fan and blackout shades.

Kitchen Features:
• Ninja Drip Coffee maker, electric tea kettle, and air fryer.
• Complimentary spices, coffee, olive oil, and tea kettle.
• A well-equipped kitchen with all the essentials to prepare meals, including a large refrigerator.
General Features:
• Free high-speed wireless internet.
• On-site washer/dryer with detergent and dryer sheets.
• Linens, towels, washcloths, and makeup washcloths provided. Separate lake towels are also available.
• Complimentary skin-sensitive toiletries.

Outdoor Living
Step outside to enjoy the outdoors from our front deck. Our property is set up for total relaxation and family fun.
• Front deck with outdoor patio furniture and seating for 8.
• Outdoor dining table with seating for 6 (seasonal).
• Two private kayaks for your use.
• Two fire pits: a private propane gas fire pit on the deck and a wood-burning Solo Stove.
• Large propane gas grill, perfect for family cookouts.
• Bring your boat and enjoy direct access to Lake Great Pond from our shared dock with a private boat slip. You can also use our private boat launch so you can bypass the crowded public launch/parking.
• Access Lake Great Pond in the winter via access for ice fishing, you can use your snowmobiles

Location & Nearby Attractions
Our home is conveniently located for easy access to central Maine and beyond:
• Lake Great Pond: A 2-minute walk to the shared dock and private boat slip.
• Downtown Belgrade: A 5-minute drive.
• Belgrade Golf Course: An 8-minute drive.
• The Village Inn: A waterside restaurant with live music, 8 minutes away.
• Augusta: The state capital is a 15-minute drive.
• Waterville (Colby College): A 20-minute drive.
• Freeport (Outlet Shopping): A 45-minute drive.
• Portland: A 60-minute drive to the vibrant city.

Other Details to Note:
Guest Access & Parking: The entire home and property are available for your private use. You can access the home 24/7 during your stay with a door keypad. Ample parking for 5 vehicles plus additional parking is available at the lake access. There is parking big enough for a boat trailer right across from the lake access. There is plenty of parking for snowmobile trailers. The water access is available in the winter. You can drive your snowmobiles on the lake from the lake access.

Dogs: Dogs are always welcome! We understand they are a part of the family. The one-time non-refundable fee of $150 covers all pets for the entire stay.

Inclement Weather: We are in a quiet lakeside community and may experience brief power outages during storms. We have someone who plows the driveway, and shovels are provided for your convenience.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,165 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: The fee is non refundable.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Belgrade, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Belgrade Lakes Golf - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 18 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Colby College - 23 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Thomas College - 25 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Keg - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hollinger Manor - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Borderlands Espresso - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪H.j. Blake's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Golfcourse, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Near Golfcourse, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Golfcourse, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Golfcourse, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond located?

Located in the heart of Belgrade, this cottage is steps from Belgrade Lakes Chain, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Belgrade Lakes Golf and Alfond Center for Health. Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery and Tree Spirits are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Ice Fishing, Dog Friendly, Lake Great Pond Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Charming little beach area

Nice place to stay, very clean and neat. We loved the shared beach area, we were the only people around both times that we went to the beach with our 7 yr old yellow lab….she loved it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn H.

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

Graduation Trip

Perfect for our family to come into town for a graduation celebration. Loved the little extras that we did not have to buy while in town!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

wonderful stay

The home was great for our stay in the Belgrades. The neighborhood is great for walks and kayaking. The neighbors are lovely and friendly. The house is accurately represented. We definitely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

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

Quiet Location!

Enjoyed a quick stay at this quiet lake side cottage. We appreciated having the window A/C as the temp was a little warmer than expected for October. Having access to the kayaks was a nice added benefit. It was a comfortable stay for our family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

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

Clean, Comfortable, Cozy

Accurate listing, great location (easy drive to Augusta for dinner), really peaceful and quiet. GPS had a minor problem right at the end trying to send us through a neighbor's trailer, but we figured it out (the external pictures helped). Loved our stay there, even though it was just overnight on the way to somewhere else. Next time, we'll stay for a week.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casondra O.

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

Great place and great area!

The house was so cozy and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the views of the lake, the village, and all recommendations provided by the host. We went to Willows Awake winery, it was excellent! We also stopped at the local farmers market before we left town. We enjoyed breakfast and coffee at Hello Good Pie. This was definitely the relaxing weekend away that we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Ice Fishing weekend

Very nice place. Comfy and clean. Plenty of parking space. The lake house had all the amenities we needed. Location is convenient and right near the lake access. The Host was very responsive to any questions and or concerns . Definitely would recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I.

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

Perfect spot!

With one kid already in college locally and the other on their way there in August we have got to know this neck of the woods quite well in recent years. Driftwood Cottage provides a perfect base for visits to the area with great access to Augusta and Waterville while sitting in the idyllic Belgrade Lakes region.We don’t visit Maine for fancy, we want practical, comfortable, clean and convenient and this house that in spades. We also greatly appreciated the dog-friendliness!Hosts could not have been more welcoming or communicative. So look out, we could be back soon!Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Fishing trip

Me and two of my friends booked this property for an annual fishing trip to Belgrade. The property was perfect. Not only was it exactly as advertised but it totally exceeded our expectation. Communication from Alayna awesome. We can not wait to book it again. This is now our go to property. Thank you, thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Claudette L.

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

Delightful Driftwood Cottage

The location was nice, easy access to water and town nearby. House was very nice, clean just one problem with downstairs bedroom ceiling fan, could not turn the light off. Couldn't use the fan when sleeping. Loved the neighborhood, very quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, and the owners were very communicative and responsive. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The cottage at 8 Bass Lane, Belgrade, ME is lovely in every way. The furnishings are tasteful, comfortable, and in excellent condition. The cottage is bright and spacious and all the appliances are in good condition. The washer and dryer are gigantic; the smart TV is large; and the kitchen is fully equipped and a delight to work in. The outside deck is big and has beautiful furniture with plush cushions. Alana and her husband were attentive and responsive whenever I had a question and responded immediately to assist us in whatever way they could. So why did I give the cottage only a “3” rating? Because we were not on the water. We could view Great Pond but only if we looked across our neighbors grass and between the cottages that were themselves on Great Pond. The cottage is supposed to have a sunset exposure, but it doesn’t because the sunset is off to the side and obscured by tall trees. The owners had two kayaks for our use, but they would have had to be carried at least one-tenth of a mile to the public dock to get them in the water. They were too heavy and awkward for either of us or for our 58 year old son to carry that distance. So, in summary, we loved the cottage but not its surroundings and decided almost immediately that we would not return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The driftwood cottage was an amazing place to call home for an evening. We enjoyed the great location and the ease of check-in. It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura j.

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

Wonderful cottage

We had a great time at Driftwood Cottage. The location was perfect! We could see the lake from our deck and only had to walk past a few houses to get to the shared beach area. It was very quiet and relaxing. The cottage was clean and comfortable and had almost everything we needed for the week. Alana was very responsive to my questions and needs. The lake is absolutely beautiful. I can honestly say that this was one of the best places we have rented from VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Great place to stay.

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Very Peaceful and beautiful Setting

The host could not of been better very tentative in answering questions and requests we will come again in summer or.fall when weather is at it's best
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt G.

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

Great Place in Belgrade Lakes region

We came to Ice Fish.We had a great time.Nice spot, had everything we wanted, and super easy….Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Very nice, very clean

Spent weekend ice fishing with 4 other guys. Very comfortable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

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

Cozy winter stay

Good space for 3 adults and two kids to stay, 25 min commute to Colby college and Quarry Road trails. Couch was comfy and nice for gathering. Beds also comfy and the double bunks were helpful for our group. Plow came quickly after snowstorm. We didn’t get out on the lake due to cold but nice to have it close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry and Sue V.

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

Wonderful time and beautiful weather.

Place was beautiful, clean and very comfortable. Since I have some mobility issues it was wonderful to have that comfortable recliner!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

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

Golf Trip

Really enjoyed our stay, will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancee H.

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

Quiet

The place was nice and clean. The area was quiet. Only two things that were not major… There was no railing to the upstairs. The TV remote was not easy to use and it was confusing to find a channel to watch. Other than that, it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Relaxing stay at the lake

The cottage was clean and had plenty of room! It was the perfect place for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Good place to stay

Everything went well with our stay. Alana was timely and helpful in all our communications. The property was clean and exactly as presented in the listing. My wife is handicapped with mobility issues and found getting around was no problem. The only challenge for us was using the TV, since we are not up on the latest technology. We also aren’t familiar with the immediate area which made it harder for us to find alternatives to our planned outside activities on rainy days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor L.

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

Great weekend away

What a great property and even better host!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024