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Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage!

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Spectacle Pond in Osborn is the serene backdrop for this authentic Maine camp, where beautiful sunsets and campfires set the tone for relaxation. Enjoy swimming, fishing, and kayaking right from your doorstep or unwind on the screen porch while listening to loons at night. This cozy retreat features a fully functional kitchen with basic supplies and 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards available with rental.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage!

A cozy authentic Maine camp on Spectacle Pond in Osborn that sits among the hemlock in trees near the waters edge. Enjoy beautiful sunsets, camp fires, swimming, fishing, and kayaking. Relax on the screen porch at night while listening to the loons. Adventure outside the camp to a public sand beach, accessible by foot at the very end of Hemlock Way or enjoy a longer walk to a nearby river. ATV trails are also conveniently located.

This camp features one bedroom with its own deck and a sleeping loft, accommodating up to 5 guests. Although off-grid, there is a gas powered generator to supply water for the bathroom and kitchen. Generator will also power the electric coffee maker and lights. The kitchen is fully functional with a gas refrigerator & gas range that do not require the use of the generator. Kitchen is stocked with basic kitchen supplies. Guest are required to bring their own drinking water.

Spec Pond (as the locals call it) is 16 miles from Amherst, where you will find the Amherst General Store, Airline Brewing Company and other local businesses. This camp is approximately 40 miles east of Bangor, 38 miles from Ellsworth and 58 miles from Bar Harbor.

Available with rental are, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, a canoe, and a paddle boat. Life jackets are provided but guests are encouraged to bring their own for proper fitting. Use of canoe/kayaks/paddle-boards/paddle boat is at guests own risk.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Osborn, ME

What's nearby

  • Beech Hill Pond - 60 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Game Night

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 25 mi (40 km) of Abrams Pond, Beech Hill Pond, and Green Lake. Chemo Pond and Ellsworth Public Library are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Cozy, Off-Grid Camp on Spectacle Pond w/ private water frontage! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noel S.

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

Great off grid experience

Lovely cabin on beautiful spec pond. Very clean and well maintained. Generator is super easy to use. Friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

The perfect place to unplug your devices and recharge your spiritrecharge

This was the most peaceful and private cabin in an exquisite spot overlooking a vast pond. Our host was so kind and attentive, and her camp is clean, cozy and well outfitted with everything you might need during a nature retreat. We brought our canoe and paddled with the loons every day. A good spot to explore Down East Maine along the coast as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fran S.

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

Relaxing Piece of Heaven

We spent a week here in this clean, thoughtfully decorated camp. There are not enough words to express what an amazing time we had in this quiet, blissful setting. The house is well equipped with everything you need and more. The owner was gracious, responsive, and full of great tips. We enjoyed canoeing, kayaking and fishing. We also enjoyed the sunrise and sunset each day as well as the wildlife. A momma bird had built a nest off of the screened in porch and we got to watch her feed her babies while sitting at the kitchen table. Driving out one day we got to see our first moose in the wild! One of the best vacations we have ever had totally unplugged! We hope to be back in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jos Mark B.

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

One morning in Maine…

We awoke Thursday morning to the sound of silence, only the crickets greeted us with their soothing call. As it was our last day in this breath-takingly beautiful camp on Spectacle Pond, Paul and I quickly dressed for a final kayak paddle around the shore. The surface of the water was like glass, the only sound the hum of the wind turbines that stretched and twirled like modern dancers on a back-woods stage. Annie, Rachael, Paul and I had a wonderful visit to Jackie’s Hemlock Way Camp, a fabulous and restful stop on our way further east to Prince Edward Island. The beautiful architecture of the camp, connected us with nature, with its pond facing screen porch and master bedroom insuring we always knew what a special spot we had found. I even managed to pull a bike off the car to explore more of Spectacle Pond road. I stopped to visit with Jackie’s sweet neighbors Heidi and Ron who showed me their sweet camp and sent me on my way with a bag of freshly picked blueberries! It was truly a morning in Maine I am not likely to forget!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Off the grid

Off the grid is exactly what you think it is. This is an awesome little property to unplug and enjoy the middle of nowhere Main on a gorgeous lake
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Beautiful location

Definitely loved this location! Off the grid for sure no doubt about that. Property was clean as expected for a camp. Comfortable furnishings and plenty of space to relax inside or outside. It got cold a few nights while staying there but started a fire and it was perfect. But I sure did miss having a fan when it wasn't cold at night while sleeping... Camp had a small fan but it didn't work even after changing the batteries. We brought a box fan but we couldn't run the generator at night so I couldn't use that either. Also lighting was tricky at night. Bathroom has a battery operated one on the was which was super helpful but all the other ones had to be charged or needed batteries (flashlights). Better lighting options would be nice especially after the generator has to be off. We did finally find some under counter lights after day 3 that helped but they had to be charged which was hard to charge when you have to charge everything else with only 2 outlets in the whole camp. We managed but it definitely took a few days to get adjusted. I'm hoping the shower (hot water) situation got resolved. That was not fun showering with cold water. The pond was great. Kayaking on one of the best weather days before the rain came in the last two days we were there. Caught a few fish but never saw any wildlife. I wish would've talked advantage of the beach while I was there but I forgot about it until the last day. If you want a relaxing off the grid trip to escape everything this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan I.

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

Paradise for a 2nd time!

This was our 2nd time at Jackie's beautiful camp. We chose to come back.because we were looking for a quiet place with a forest and lakeview away from any city noises. Jackie's camp has everything we were looking for! We loved our stay and thoroughly enjoyed spending a lot of time on the lake (swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding), walking in the area, cooking all of our meals on the gas stove or using the available bbq, and relaxing every night on the screened-in porch while looking at the amazing nature and lake in front of us, watching the stars and listening to the loons. Once again, pure paradise. Thank you Jackie for allowing us to enjoy your camp this summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viktor E.

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

Amazing place

Unforgettable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Our other rental got canceled with relatively short notice. We were lucky to find this listing to replace it. It was lovely for my husband and I, but it was not for us in terms of a family of 4 vacation. My two teens (17, 19) lasted 2-days. They loved the paddle boat, the fire-pit and the Peruvian Link Alpaca store/farm close by. It was perfect for us as a couple. We stayed for the rest of the week and loved all the boats (especially the Old Town canoe), the screened in porch (screened underneath the floor too!) the peacefulness in the forest (and on the pond). There were also numerous thoughtful details around the cabin. The beds/ pillows/ linens were incredibly comfortable, topped with a real quilt. There are a wide variety of lighting options: flashlights, led rechargeable lights under cabinets, an LED handheld lantern, candles and oil lamps. The kitchen was stocked enough with supplies that I cooked pulled pork and chicken enchiladas, with ingredients I brought from home. We had everything we needed, less a cheese grater. I should mention that we brought our Berkey water filter with us, so drinking water wasn't an issue. Also want to note that the pond is also surrounded by a handful of enormous windmills. We found their motion to be calming, almost soothing- and they turn pink during the sunset! Keep in mind, if windmills are not your thing. We came home thoroughly relaxed, dreaming of loons and wood ducks! Thanks Jackie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

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

Off the grid!

We had the best time ever. No phones, no tv, the scenery is beautiful and the cabin is great. We kayaked the lake a few times, the misquitos were a little bad. The fireflies were so cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aga M.

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

Colorful Peace :)

Wonderful experience of being totally unplugged from the noise of the world, tv and news. Just enough of an internet connection. We could listen to the family of the loons at the lake while enjoying a glass of wine by the bonfire. There is plenty of wood so no need to buy on your own. Morning coffee with an incredible view. Colorful sunsets and dark night sky with thousands of stars that mirrored in the peaceful lake. We love this quiet location. Cottage is beautiful with so much personal touch. We found everything we needed, from soft sheets, clean towels, comfortable beds to the kitchen utensils and seasonings that were such a help as well as tea, coffee and some snacks !! Oh, and the cast iron fry pans that made the best omelets -with some of my husband's help:) Kayaks, canoe and paddle boards were amazing plus. My son spent hours fishing for pickerels. This place is so private and it is simply something rare. We call it recharge and happiness!! Will be back. Thank you so much Jackie !! Aga, Andrzej and Julian
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan I.

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

Beautiful, quiet & peaceful paradise

We loved our stay at this camp!!! The owner was very nice and available to help with any questions. The photos do not make justice to how beautiful and peaceful this paradise camp actually is. We enjoyed every part of this camp: the lake, the loons, available kayaks & paddle boards, the camp that was well equipped with everything you need. The tasteful hand made cabinets & decorations make this place very cozy and unique. Waking up every morning with a beautiful view of the hemlock trees, the lake, the smell of nature & hemlock trees, the sound of the loons...just magical. Thank you Jackie for allowing us to spend this amazing time at your camp!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022