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Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters

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Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Lake view

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters

Loon Cove

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Spend a quintessential summer in Maine at this darling lakefront cottage on the shores of McGrath Pond. Once featured on Magnolia Network's "Maine Cabin Masters," this home has been lovingly restored as a family gathering space.

This picturesque abode sits near the northeastern corner of McGrath Pond, a spring-fed body of water that flows into Salmon Lake and the five other interconnected Belgrade Lakes. It's a beautiful setting for swimming and kayaking, taking afternoon naps in the hammock, and roasting marshmallows around the firepit at the water's edge. Two kayaks and two paddleboards are provided, so feel free to have adventures on the water. Oakland is two miles east while bustling Waterville and renowned Colby College are about four miles beyond.

Enter through a beautiful side deck, where you can barbecue in the afternoons, dine alfresco at sunset, and relax in the evenings while listening to the call of the loons. Inside, the cottage was renovated in a way that kept its charms intact, offering lofty ceilings, exposed crossbeams, and natural wood at every turn. Central heat and air-conditioning ensure comfort all year long.

The living space is lined with windows, allowing you to admire the view of the lake whether you're cooking in the open kitchen, chopping vegetables on the island, or kicking back on the sofas to play cards or stream movies. Two inviting bedrooms, a sleeping loft, and complimentary WiFi, are also provided.

SHARED AMENITIES
-Gas grill

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services are available with guests' own account(s).

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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 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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

89627

About the neighborhood

Map
Oakland, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Colby College - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Thomas College - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Kennebec River - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Waterville Opera House - 16 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Korner Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Oakland House of Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Belgrade Lakes Chain, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tree Spirits and Colby College. Inland Hospital Diabetes and Waterville Dog Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Lakefront home on McGrath Pond - once featured on Maine Cabin Masters Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Fun
We were traveling through New England and were looking forward to spending some time exploring the pond. We’d already been at the coast and were headed to more mountains and hiking inland over the rest of the week. We arrived and found they had put the paddleboards and kayaks away for the season. The neighbors on the cove still had lots of water toys set up. When we called, we were told that they put the Paddleboards and kayaks away October 1st. There was no mention of that in the listing and this was the reason we chose this property so we were very disappointed. We then realized that there were dryer sheets scattered all around, under couch pillows and cushions, in kitchen drawers. It anppears they were closing up for the season. We also had no hot water in the shower for a time period. The property managers send someone out late that afternoon to fix the hot water issue. I had to call the property manager back for updates instead of them reaching back out to me. We were given a small credit back on our rate. I will be cautious renting properties from this property company again. I’ll probably give them another chance somewhere else but only one.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ginger W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin!
Everything we had hoped for. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Joe H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Warning - poor experience and poor communication
I booked this cabin as the highlight of my parents’ 50th anniversary road trip, I hoped 2 nights / 1 full day of the lakefront serenity would suffice. It was clear upon arrival the cabin was in no shape for guests but, being tourist season, other accommodations were not available. The very steep driveway had caution tape across the top. A neighbor made sure my parents knew to stay off the driveway as it was part way through being replaced. The hill is treacherous for anyone with luggage, for a couple in their 70s it is dangerous. Half of the property’s lake frontage had caution tape across it and was undergoing major landscaping work. The first morning a work crew arrived for a half day of loud stump grinding. Workers encouraged my parents to leave the property for a few hours, so they did. Upon checking out of the cabin my mom found a binder with rental info under the kitchen island, one page said “Caution: tap water not for drinking.” My dad had used the tap water for coffee, diarrhea lasted a week. I was provided no indication of the property’s multiple large projects nor that a crew and heavy machinery would disrupt my parents special day. And there are no notes next to taps or in the listing itself alerting guests to the water being unsafe. I messaged this info within the VRBO app, I followed up via phone with Vacasa two weeks later, they offered a 10% refund. A lot of money down the drain and a sad 50th anniversary. A shame Vacasa gets away with such theft.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful little cabin!
We had the nicest little getaway at this gem. The smell of pine when you walk in is wonderful! It was so clean and well decorated. It had everything we needed. Hopefully we can rent it again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022