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Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Nestled on a private peninsula, this charming camp offers a serene escape with an oversized window and sliding glass door that frames the water view. Enjoy sunrises or wildlife watching from the patio area, living room or cabin kitchen. Unwind in the outdoor shower or roam freely on over 2 acres of land.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane

Charming renovated four season camp a stones throw away from the water. Private peninsula and a sandy beach with lots of frontage. Outdoor shower, patio area, and large lawn. Large open living space, new bathroom, new flooring, kitchen island.
Enjoy view from living room through oversized window and sliding glass door overlooking the water and patio area. Take in the sunrise or watch the numerous wildlife in the area (Loons, Eagles, Osprey to name a few) with a fresh cup of coffee from the cabin kitchen, living room or patio area.
Camp is close to Route 1 and is close to town but offers privacy on over 2 acres.
Supplemental RV utilities (50 Amp service) is available for an extra fee.
2 Bedrooms, one with full sized bed and second bedroom with two twin beds, and a couch with pull out bed to accommodate occupants.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

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
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 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

Down East Maine Gardener Lake Living Sunshine Cabin

About the neighborhood

Map
East Machias, ME

What's nearby

  • Bad Little Falls Park - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Jasper Beach - 25 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Roque Bluffs State Park - 31 min drive - 27.6 km
  • The Bold Coast - 31 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Rogue Bluffs Beach - 32 min drive - 28.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mason’s Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Takeout - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Burnham Tavern Museum, Bad Little Falls Park, and Orange Lake. Machias River Preserve and Jasper Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Down East Maine: Gardner Lake Living - Sunshine Lane Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

A wonderful lakeside getaway

This was just the camp vacation that we were looking for. The lake was lovely for swimming and kayaking. We had camp fires in the fire pit. The cool lanterns at night lit up the property nicely. The camp was very clean and suited our needs well. We enjoyed watching the birds on the lake. We would come back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Maine family vacation

PERFECT, PERFECT, PERFECT. Excellent lakefront property. Hoise is well loved and cared for. Very clean. Plenty of outdoor area to run around. The penisula is a great spot for morning sunrises and catching some photos of loons. Many kayaks to enjoy time on the lake, laumch right fromt the beach. Plenty of indoor activities as well. The owners thought of everything when preparing the home for vacationers. There was not one time cooking that we didnt have what we needed. Kitchen is well stocked with every utensil you need to cook. All equipment for steaming lobster. The cabin was truly the best place we have stayed. Highly recommend this cabin if thinking of vacationing in Maine. Was real hard to leave and head home after our week stay. Will definitely be staying at cabin again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Best Maine stay!

I am from california. We go to Maine a lot and this is the best stay ever! They have a lot to do on the property! Fishing, canoeing, swimming, playing! Just lots! I brought my twin babies which couldn’t really put them down anywhere except car seats. Annie brought baby items over! She brought us play pen and baby chairs so I can use. Thank you so much!!! Life saver!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND STAYING HERE! We love this place!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin A., Meadowbrook Pennsylvania

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

Lakeside Retreat

This property is fantastic! My husband and I came for a week, wish we had booked 2 weeks. House is very clean, nicely decorated and has everything you need to he comfortable. A step above other homes we have rented. Loved the patio and lake access. Used our paddle boards, went kayaking, fire pit at night, just enjoyed the nature and peacefulness. Nice little town, a couple of good restaurants. Explored Maine. Only good things to say about this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb & Bernie J.

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

Best ever!

This is the best rental we have had. Over the years we have done many and this one really stands out. The home and yard were so well cared for, the hosts provided all the amenities we would need inside and out. We are so grateful for the chance to spend a week here with family and explore the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Clean and bright property

We enjoyed our stay. The bathroom was bright and clean. The kitchen had everything we reached for. Many lakefront properties are dark because of all of the rules regarding the vegetation near the lake. This property, on the other hand, has a nice large yard that is open and bright. The AC was a pleasant surprise and made for comfortable sleeping.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Dream get away

This lake house was equipped with everything anyone could ever want. We were amazed at the array of cooking supplies. From cutting boards to excellent knives. Baking dishes. Measuring spoons. Just perfect. The house was spotless. The lake was beautiful. The water inviting. Our host was wonderful. We had a wonderful vacation. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine S.

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

A place to return to

Just the ticket, beautiful , everything we needed, great fishing, will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Karen Z.

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

Relaxing Lake Vacation

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage on Gardner Lake. It was peaceful and relaxing. We had good weather and enjoyed all the outdoor seating options. We ate most meals outside. We brought our small boat and 2 paddle boards. We enjoyed using them, fishing, swimming and kayaking on the lake. We had a picnic and time on the beach at Roque Bluffs, did a hike on the Bold Coast trail in Cutler,and visited Lubec,which was beautiful. We got wild blueberries and peaches from Harmon Mountain Farm (which happens to be owned by a family from our hometown!)We enjoyed Helen's restaurant and the Bluebird Ranch in Machias, but also cooked a lot at the house. The house is a little tight on beds with 6 people, but we brought a blow up mattress and made it work. (Two sets of bunk beds would be great in the second bedroom :) Overall, we were happy with the cleanliness of the house, except for some pet hair on the couch and couch cushions. Natalie was a wonderful host. She went out of her way to communicate, be helpful and provide suggestions of things to do in the area. We enjoyed time around the fire almost every evening, and star gazing. It's a great spot on a quiet,pretty lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caissie N.

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

Wonderful Slice of Heaven

This camp is absolutely wonderful. The location couldn’t be better or easier to access. My son (5) played non stop all week in the lake, on the beach and in the camp after dark. We enjoyed every bit of this place and will be hoping to rent again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021