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Timeless Lakefront Cottage with private dock- East Pond Belgrade Lakes Region

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A small, single-story wooden cabin with a steeply pitched roof, large windows, and a wooden staircase leading to a front porch.
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a lake, a dock, and a forested shoreline.
A lakeside deck with yellow Adirondack chairs, a wooden bench, and a small table.
A wooden dock extending into calm water with a forested island in the background.
A dock extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Gas grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Smithfield, ME
  • Place, East Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Augusta Civic Center
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master 1

1 Double Bed

Master 2

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Timeless Lakefront Cottage with private dock- East Pond Belgrade Lakes Region

Picturesque cottage on the lake available for rental in the most beautiful months of the year. Quiet, peaceful with great fishing and wildlife to be seen--eagles, osprey, hummingbirds, loons, deer and the rare moose! Clean and newly updated. One hour north of outlet shopping in Freeport, ME and one hour 15 minutes north of the great city of Portland, ME. Plenty to do on a rainy day--board games, local movie theater, bowling, restaurants, museums and much more. Spring, summer and fall are all beautiful times of the year to be our guests.

- Contactless Check-In & Check-out
- 1 canoe, and 2 kayaks w/ life vests for all sizes
- Outdoor shower
- Well water for drinking, tested yearly & results posted
- Outdoor gas grill--**NEW FOR 2025
- All cookware and eatery stocked
- Keurig DUO coffeemaker
- Linens: please bring your own sheets, indoor & outdoor towels
- On-site laundry/washer & dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wall-mounted flat screen TV loaded with your favorite Apps, bring your log in info
and enjoy your favorite shows--**NEW FOR 2026
- Blue Ray and DVD player-**NEW FOR 2026
- AC Units 1st & 2nd floor
- Ceiling fans throughout 1st floor
- Gas Heater (New 2021) & small heaters for cooler weather
- Check-In @ 3 PM, Check-out @ 10 AM
- Non-smoking
-Main floors are stripped and returned to their original pinewood beauty
-Dock stairs leading into the lake for easy access
-All first floor walls closed and insulated to bring comfort during cooler Spring and Fall seasons--**NEW FOR 2026
-Downstairs tub/shower walls and shower head upgraded--**NEW FOR 2026
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No campers or RV's allowed on property.
Copy of Photo ID and Signed Rental Agreement to be forwarded prior to rental date.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1251899
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Smithfield

Located in Smithfield, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Redington Museum and Fort Halifax are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at East Pond and North Pond. Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts and Skowhegan State Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Smithfield, ME

What's nearby

  • East Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kennebec River - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Colby College - 21 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Waterville Opera House - 24 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 32 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Korner Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Early Bird Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wentworth's Country Diner - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪dinning hall ptc - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪our lounge - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Timeless Lakefront Cottage with private dock- East Pond Belgrade Lakes Region pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Timeless Lakefront Cottage with private dock- East Pond Belgrade Lakes Region?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timeless Lakefront Cottage with private dock- East Pond Belgrade Lakes Region?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Timeless Lakefront Cottage with private dock- East Pond Belgrade Lakes Region located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Pond and North Pond. Belgrade Lakes Chain and Kennebec River are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a lovely peaceful week at the cottage. Very quiet and clean space to relax and unwind.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 25, 2026
Thank you for being our guests, we are so glad you found your vacation on beautiful East Pond peaceful and relaxing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage on a clean quiet pond - more like a lake than a pond. Area & neighbors were quiet, very few boats, cottage was super clean & beds were comfortable!! Jody is a super host. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking to relax and swim !!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2026
Thank you very much and we are so happy you found your vacation visit to be relaxing, comfortable and enjoyable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental is a gem on a beautiful lake that we have visited since 1971. We have rented Jody's place six years now and each year it is better than before. She supplies so much and really cares that her renters have a wonderful time. The improvements this year were even better. Great access to the lake and a very comfortable place to rent. You can't go wrong with this cottage and special host.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2026
Thank you and we are glad you’ve found what makes East Pond a beautiful place to create lasting memories with your family and friends.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cabin Get-a-way

Wonderful and peaceful cabin stay. Hostess was super sweet and available for clear directions. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
So happy you found your stay by the lake enjoyable! We welcome your return visit anytime! Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific property

Great for family time
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2022
Thank you and very happy you enjoyed your family time together at the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage Getaway

Great spot right on quiet East Pond. Cottage is perfect and had everything and more than we needed. Owner was easy to communicate with and very pleasant. Highly recommended rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2024
Thank you very much and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven on Earth

We were so happy to get away to our special place in Maine. First time at Jody's and plan to keep coming back as long as she lets us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2021
Thank you very much we are so happy you enjoyed your stay on beautiful East Pond!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic cabin in a fantastic location

This cabin was perfect for my family vacation. Having use of kayaks and a canoe made for some fun days on the water. Added bonus - a dryer for all of those damp towels!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2021
Thank you very much! We are so happy you enjoyed your time with your family on beautiful East Pond.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the camp! This one was my fave. Huge plus that the kitchen was well-equipped and there was AC along with kayaks and a canoe.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2025
Thank you and we are so glad you found your visit comfortable, easy and fun!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautifully appointed house! We came with our three grown children and loved everything about this property, but having family breakfast and dinner at the dining room table overlooking the lake was the highlight of our stay here. We kayaked and canoed, we grilled, and we cooked every day—the house has everything you need. We have stayed in many a great rental property and have had really good hosts over the years, but Jody was the best of all—so responsive and kind, went out of her way to make us feel welcomed and taken care of. We look forward to coming back to this gorgeous area of Maine soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 2, 2026
We are happy to have Welcomed you by the lake and glad you found your stay to be comfortable for your family. Thank you and we look forward to your return visit one day soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is extraordinary. Owner maintains property beautifully, supplies are stocked, cottage is clean and the view of the pond is amazing. Kayaks and life vest available to use. This was a peaceful restful vacation that my friends and I enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2025
Thank you for spending your time creating lasting memories with your friends as our guests. We are glad you found our cottage comfortable and restful for your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another vacation in paradise

East Pond is such a special place for us and staying at Jody's is so special. We feel cared for and have everything we could possibly need for a wonderful two weeks. She is so responsive to needs and really cares about her guests. You can do no wrong in picking this awesome cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2024
Thank you and it is our pleasure to make you feel at home on beautiful East Pond. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jody continues to supply guests with a wonderfully clean, kept cottage and that is stocked with many amentities. Perfect location on our favorite lake in Maine. She is very responsive to needs and responds back quickly. This was our fifth year of staying at the home and hope for many more stays.
Three boys headed out on kayaks to catch fish for breakfast
First morning sunrise
Get a rainbow every year in approximately the same spot
Last morning sunrise.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2025
Thank you, we strive to provide a comfortable and welcoming cottage to create lifelong memories with your family and we look forward to hosting our future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Maine Summer

Spent two wonderful weeks here. It's the perfect Maine summer vacation. Was able to do some remote work. Spent tons of time in and on the lake. The house is just the right size for our family of 4. Well equipped and clean.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 11, 2022
Thank you for being our guests, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to both work and play!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect week on East Pond

This is a such a lovely place to stay. It had all the essentials and was very clean. Incredible morning sunrises! Communication with the host was almost immediate. We can't thank Jody enough for hosting us. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2021
Pleased you had everything you needed for your stay. Thank you very much and we look forward to your return visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise on East Pond

This is our third stay at Jody's cottage on East Pond and we were once again so happy. The place is well stocked with everything we could possibly need (except of course the sheets and towels you are asked to bring) and the place is spotless. We truly recommend this place and wonderful host who is so responsive to her guests' needs. Thank you Jody for our stay in one of our favorite vacation spots.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2023
Thank you so much and we are grateful you find our cottage just right for creating wonderful family vacation memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families

Wonderful property on a serene lake. Jody was a wonderful host and we are so grateful for the memories made on East Pond. There was more than enough space for our family of five and there were plenty of games and a well rounded selection of movies to entertain during downtime / rainy days. Morning fishing off the dock was a great way to start each day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2021
Thank you for choosing our cottage on beautiful East Pond for your family’s summer vacation. We hope that you are able to come again and we Welcome your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great summer lake week

Cottage was perfect for our annual week on the lake. Small but functional kitchen fed lots of family and friends. The cottage is small enough to encourage everyone to spend lots of time outside, but roomy enough for hanging out on our one rainy day. New dock steps were a hit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2023
Thank you, so glad everyone enjoyed themselves and that you were able to take full advantage of all we have to offer for your family vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

My family and I had such a wonderful and relaxing vacation. The cottage was exactly what we wanted. We loved fishing from the dock, kayaking and swimming. We enjoyed watching the fireworks from the dock. Jody was a wonderful host and was available to answer all questions as well as making some great recommendations of things to do in the area. We are looking forward to next years visit! Thanks so much Jody, we just loved your cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2024
Thank you and your family for staying with us on your summer vacation. There is as much or as little to do as you wish in our great area. We look forward to your return visit, please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing vacation

This is our second year staying in the cottage. We had a wonderful trip enjoying the kayaks and the canoe that were included in our stay. We also enjoyed the local hiking trails, swimming, and sitting on the dock enjoying the gorgeous view. My husband caught quite a few bass fishing from the dock. Jody was very helpful with suggestions on local places to visit and very quick to respond to texts and email. I can’t say enough about this cottage. We hope to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2025
Thank you for your return visit to our beautiful lake and we are so glad you enjoyed all of its beauty. We would love to host you as our guests again in the future, thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Two weeks in Paradise

Once again, Jody and the cleaning crew have gone above and beyond in supplying us not only with a clean house but also all the amentities we could need. We are grateful for her sharing her home with us so we can continue enjoying East Pond - this being our 20th year in a row (excluding Covid shutdown in 2020) and 30 years at our favorite lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2022
Thank you very much, it is an honor to have such longstanding lake guests as our travelers and very glad you found your stay comfortable while creating cherished family memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well cared for property with everything you need

Delightful and well cared for property with everything we needed for a week away from it all. Loved waking up with the rising sun, swimming off the dock, and taking my breakfast outside. For being a settled area, the water was mostly clear with very little boat traffic - very relaxing and great for taking the kayak or canoe out. Lots of aquatic wildlife to watch. The host was great and offered constant support and even activity ideas when it was raining. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2022
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review, so happy you enjoyed your peaceful stay on beautiful East Pond!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Waterfront Experience

We had an amazing stay at the property. It was stocked well with all of the essentials that make a rental house easy to enjoy. (Spices, oil, sugar, ziploc bags, extra toothbrushes, wireless speaker, etc.) We brought our 19’ bass boat and caught a few dozen smallmouth and largemouth bass around the pond. Swimming was easy and fun, with brownie points for the steps with handrail that led down into the water. We saw so many loon families and enjoyed their calls. Thank you for a great visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
It is our pleasure and thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that the fish were biting. The loons are very special to our beautiful pond.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

East Pond Maine

Wonderful experience staying on East Pond. The house was in a fantastic location directly on the lake, was clean, well maintained and was well equipped with the small items to make the stay easy (ziplock bags, trash bags, paper towels, napkins, spices, etc.). The location was quiet, peaceful and There were kayaks and a canoe available to use. The property owner, Jody, was super attentive, communicative and responsive. The washing machine was broken but Jody paid for in town full service laundry! Was an incredible experience all around. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2023
Thank you very much. We are happy you found your stay comfortable and that you enjoyed the beautiful, peaceful surroundings. The minor repair on the washing machine has been completed and is ready for use.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with a very available and communicative host. I went to summer camp in Belgrade Lakes as a kid, and this brought back a lot of memories. Really iconic Maine cabin-on-a-lake experience. East Pond is perfect size, with the sun just exploding into the porch every morning (unless you draw the blinds!) and the loons calling every night. Pristine waters for swimming, fishing, kayaking and canoeing, or just rocking on the porch in grandpa mode, watching the lake change moods throughout the day. Easy enough to get provisions as needed, but isolated enough to feel totally relaxed and unbothered. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2026
We are so glad you were able to fully capture the beauty of East Pond and that you found your stay to be both relaxing and scenic. Thank you.

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Hosted by Jody Denno

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