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Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Escape to this unique, rustic cabin on a 26-acre private island in East Grand Lake. Built in 1907 and lovingly maintained by the same family for four generations, it offers comforts like hot showers and electric lights despite being off the grid. Canoes, kayaks, and paddleboats are available to explore the serene surroundings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island

Fish, swim, water ski or just relax and watch the sunrise on the back of the island or the 8 mile sunset view form the porch when you escape to this one of a kind rustic cabin located on a 26 acre private island on pristine East Grand Lake. The cabin was built in 1907 and remains in the same family today(4 generations).
Many upgrades including 6 skylights, refinished floors, propane lights stove, and refrigerator. Off the grid lighting and a quiet generator provide comforts of home like a hot shower, electric lights throughout house, TV and DVD player, and for charging devices.
A care taker will be available to make your stay comfortable and worry free, providing assistance needed including transportation to and from the island and assistance with your gear and provisions.
Canoes and kayaks and peddle boat free to use.
May and September are particularly good Salmon catching months. June, July and August great swimming and bass, perch, trout fishing. World renowned bass fishing lake, Spednic, is in same town of Forest city. St Croix waterway is in Forest City as well, great stream fishing.
Also Mud lake falls access by car or paddle, guided day trips available. https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xgu4np

Enjoy the solitude and watch the Bald Eagles(nest on island) soar by from the front porch. A Registered Maine Guide is available for hire for fishing trips, canoe-kayak trips, wake boarding, water skiing, knee boarding, tubing and sunset cruises! Power Boat and Jet ski rentals available.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: On porch and outside.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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: 1,650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pets considered

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On porch and outside.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
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

Turn Of The Century On Private
Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island Cottage
Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island Brookton
Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island Cottage Brookton

About the neighborhood

Map
Forest City, ME

What's nearby

  • Grand Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Restaurants

  • The Mill Yard
  • The Bathroom At Rideouts
  • Winnies Place
  • Millyard

Frequently asked questions

Is Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Turn Of The Century Cabin On Private Island located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is steps from Grand Lake and 10.8 mi (17.5 km) from Five Islands.

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