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Private cottage on the lake

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Exterior
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Perched on a glacial rock overlooking Molasses Pond, this vacation cottage boasts an extraordinary view and peaceful surroundings. Unwind on the private deck with crystal clear water at your feet or take advantage of 100 feet of private shore for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or other adventures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Private cottage on the lake

The perfect vacation cottage! Enjoy the extraordinary view and peaceful surroundings of crystal clear water atop a private deck on a glacial rock! This special property on Molasses Pond includes 100 feet of private shore for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or other adventures or quiet pursuits. Great beach area for children with shallow water access and piers for fishing or boating. Easy access to Acadia National Park.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Cottage Lake Eastbrook
Private Lake Eastbrook
Cottage Private Cottage On The Lake Eastbrook
Eastbrook Private Cottage On The Lake Cottage
Private Cottage On The Lake Eastbrook
Private Cottage Lake
Private Lake
Private On The Lake Franklin
Private On The Lake Franklin
Private Cottage On The Lake Franklin
Private Cottage On The Lake Cottage Franklin
Private Cottage On The Lake Cottage
Private Cottage On The Lake Cottage
Private Cottage On The Lake Franklin
Private Cottage On The Lake Cottage Franklin

About the area

Located in Franklin, this cottage is by the sea. Wild Acadia Fun Park and Bartlett Maine Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Eastbrook, ME

What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond - 16 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 44 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Green Lake - 51 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 55 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Beech Hill Pond - 55 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Maple Knoll Pizza - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cottage on the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private cottage on the lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cottage on the lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private cottage on the lake located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Abrams Pond and within 20 miles (32 km) of L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet and Ellsworth Public Library. Tidal Falls and Ellsworth City Hall are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Private cottage on the lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debra C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful scenery

The yard, view, lake, dock and fire pit were great! Communication was great and prompt and the price was good. Unfortunately, the cottage was dirty. We don’t mind old or outdated but it was dirty. Appliances were not cleaned and some didn’t work. Don’t think the blankets have ever been washed. Floors were dirty and rugs weren’t vacuumed. It’s a shame because the location and large deck were great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zulan P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet place

Beautiful place and great service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Perfect

Exactly what our family was looking for. A quiet lakeside getaway close to Acadia. Cabin was rustic and clean. Lake was gorgeous. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

August Escape

Great location to disconnect and unwind. Beautiful waterfront views
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery H.

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

Awesome

What a wonderful place and the owners where the best help had everything you needed and all the information on the wall thanks a million see you soon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina T.

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

Tranquil Retreat

Loved staying here with my family. Two children ages 4 & 7 loved the pier overlooking molasses pond. Fishing was great (sunfish), grilled, fires at night, heard loons and close to Bar Harbor. Shops are close by including lobster restaurants for take out! Everything was great! Cottage has everything needed! Money well spent for unforgettable memories!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a great vacation in Maine. Cottage has everything you need. Our 12 and 8 year boys had a good time. They loved the board games and the lake side. Very good location and value. Kids want to go back already! Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Fred H.

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

Nice stay in a cabin at a beautiful location

We had a lovely time and your cabin. The location was beautiful. We enjoyed it very much. Also the nature and the lake were beautiful. We had a lovely swim and my wife a short canoe trip. It was clean, cosy, spacious and the beds were good. Only the fact that the bedrooms had no ceiling was our only point of critique. We enjoyed ourselves very much and would have liked to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn G.

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

Amazing views/relaxing stay

My parents and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We spent 2 days and 3 nights here during our trip to Acadia National Park. We couldn’t have chosen a better place for our stay. It was in a beautiful location, right on the water. My dad and I had our coffee out on the dock every morning. If we ever make our way up to Maine again (we’re from Saratoga, NY), we will definitely be looking to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is right on the lake and has grilling and kayaks which the kids loved. Property manager Mike was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
10/10 Understand that this is a quintessential rustic cabin in Northern Maine. If you understand that: you will thoroughly enjoy this cabin. A slice of Maine cultural history. The property manager has excellent communication and was so kind to mail my daughter’s clothing back to us! The property is everything you would ever want and need for an isolated cabin on a lake. I didn’t mind the 45 min drive to Acadia and back, as it showcases the diversity of Northern Maine (farms, lobsters/sea, forests).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful little cottage. It was a special time. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Beautiful lake, so quiet. We hope to come back one day 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Justin R.

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

Relaxation with a view.

Great little cabin that takes you back in time with countless vintage accents. We had a great time staying here. Kids braved the cold water and jumped off the rock dock. Loved the wood stove at night. Very quiet and peaceful. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen S.

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

Good

Nice view of the lake and very cool dock
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

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

Peaceful

We had a nice stay. It’s very secluded and peaceful! The only complaint I have is there was no AC and it was quite warm and there is no mention in the listing about no AC. There were fans available which helped, but we just wish we had known ahead of time. Other than that it was great and the drive to Acadia was easy each day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

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

Cabin Review Summary

The cabin was very well maintained. The cleanliness was great. The property owner was very attentive. We were one house off when we arrived and Mike the property owner arrived at the cabin to make sure it was unlocked for us. Very well done Thank you very much and God Bless!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Charming rustic cabin in the woods, right on the lake.

Incredible location right on the lake. Listing and photos do not do it justice. Loved our 3 night stay here. Sunny early Fall weather meant we could swim in the lake, canoe and kayak with supplied boats (inc lifejackets if needed). Good sized wooded garden leading down to lake. Cabin was a good size and charmingly rustic, queen bed a little soft and lumpy and sofa also a little old, but didn’t detract from a well kitted out cabin in the woods, wood burning stove for chilly evenings and roasting smores on the fire pit outside, beautiful sunrises l, loved the private “island” rock to sunbathe on and easy access to Acadia National Park, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

E M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Property, Responsive Host, Could Be Cleaner

This property was absolutely gorgeous, tucked away but not too hard to find, the lake was lovely and the deck was just magical. The house is dated but cute, comfortable fit for the 4 of us. The check-in process was a bit confusing because there weren't any instructions and, when we arrived, the property manager was inside the house. The property manager was very friendly and responsive, especially when we lost power in a storm. He came by quickly to bring us firewood for the wood stove and to hook up a generator for us which we really appreciated. Our only complaint was that the house was not well-cleaned. Most of the surfaces were sticky, many of the dishes were poorly washed or in poor condition, some surfaces were dusty. There were odd items left around including a used toothbrush in the bathroom and a pot of baked beans left in the fridge. That being said, the beds were clean and comfortable and we did enjoy our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Total Dream Getaway Cabin!

This cabin was absolutely fantastic for our first trip to Maine !!! It was SOOO off the beaten path, with excellent ridiculously close access to the fishing dock (which we used and caught many fish) and kayak-launching shoreline (which we didn't have time to use). The cabin and interior are super dated (think 70's), but also immaculately clean (we went barefoot and never felt a speck of dust) so it was absolutely charming! I loved seeing games/activities/posters/ utensils from my childhood :) Main bed was too small for our liking, but with 3 twins in the kids' room we were able to all sleep comfortably. We brought a sound machine, which was on-point since there are no ceilings separating the rooms; just walls. It would have been nice to have basic toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner) because once we figured out we needed that, we were way too far from a store to "run get some". We all used the hand soap provided for our first shower, and then we left our shampoo/soap for the next guy in hopes to improve his experience :) I would LOVE to come back and stay here, but I would NOT use it as my hub for Acadia---it took us a full hour ONE WAY to get in and out of Acadia each day, which felt like a waste of precious time either chilling at the cabin, or exploring Acadia. This cabin is HIGHLY recommended for a complete getaway--I hope to come back! Price is reasonable! BTW: There is Keurig machine but no K cups so bring your own :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Stefanie B.

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

Dark and dank

I hate to leave a negative review but I have to be honest. The cabin was a huge disappointment. It didn't help that we had rain which contributed to the extreme dampness of the property. I was unable to sit on the upholstered furniture as it was very wet to the touch! The bathroom floor stayed continuously wet. The bedrooms did not have ceilings, everything was open. I think this definitely should have been mentioned in the property description. I reached out to the property manager and suggested the owners invest in some sort of dehumidifying system. He seemed less than concerned that our stay was uncomfortable. We left three days early. Cannot recommend!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Carole O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

In need of new mattresses and a cleaning

While the location was amazing and we really enjoyed swimming around the boulders, the house left much to be desired. The mattresses were intolerable. They should be thrown out. The house was dirty. Dirt and cobwebs. I found mouse poop in the silverware tray, ants in the house and there was even a small mushroom growing in the bathroom. This place could be amazing, but it needs to meet the basic requirements of providing a comfortable bed to sleep upon and a clean and well-appointed house. The location is really wonderful. If the owner gets new mattresses and hires a professional to do a thorough cleaning it will be doable. If he doesn't do that I would suggest one bring a tent. Lastly, and this is beyond the owner's control, the neighbor to one side must be building his own camp as he had a large tractor and a saw going much of the time. That was unfortunate and cut into the peace and quiet. Despite all this we still managed to enjoy our week of vacation, saw loons and eagles, and kayaked. We had to leave early, however, as the beds were really intolerable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keara H.

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

Beautiful quiet cottage

Had a lovely time staying at Molasses cottage. It was very quiet - perfect for a restful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ed d.

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

Family Vacation

The cabin was nice and so was the area. We really enjoyed the time at the lake there as well. Sunrises were very pretty and the kayaking was fun. We appreciate the memorable visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Quiet, quiet and much needed quiet

Reading by the woodstove and enjoying the incredible platform patio on the rock or our favorite things to do at this camp.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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