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Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond

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A wooden door with a circular window.
A wooden outdoor structure with a door, a hose, and two propane tanks.
A rustic kitchen with wooden shelves, a stove, and storage bins.
A rustic kitchen with wooden shelves, a black sink, and various kitchen utensils.
A cozy room with a bed, a guitar, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Dresden, ME
  • Place, Kennebec River
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Wiscasset Historic District
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle Tucker
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

1 half bathroom

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About this property

Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond

This 20' yurt sits in a private location on our 36 acre hobby farm. We border the 800 acre Kelly Wildlife Sanctuary with trails and a 300 acre pond.
The yurt has power, cold running water, A/C, induction cook top, freezer fridge, microwave, coffee maker, cookware, dishes, glasses, cutlery and silverware.
It contains a queen sized bed, full sized futon, air mattress, table/chairs, and a wood stove.
There is an enclosed private outdoor shower and the restroom is an outdoor port-o-potty.
There is a fire pit with seating.
Hot water can be heated on the cook top or small hot water heater. There is no indoor bathroom and the shower is outdoors.
There is a small outside deck and and an outdoor fire pit with seating. There are some mowed walking trails on the property and we border the 800 acre Earl Kelly Wildlife Preserve with a 300 acre pond and hiking trails.
We have goats and chickens which can be visited by guests by permission.
We allow dogs but no aggressive breeds. All dogs must be approved ahead of time. Doggy daycare is available at our discretion.
Guest can walk the 36 acres property and the adjacent 800 acres wildlife preserve.
The yurt has its own private driveway and is in a private setting. Sounds from our animals and children may be heard from time to time while staying at the yurt. If walking the property you may see goat fencing in some areas. Please assume all fencing is electrified.
We have a trail system that we mow but in wet seasons we can not mow all areas. The main trails leads right onto the Kelly Wildlife Preserve. It is a 15 to 20 min hike to the back side of the 300 acre Bog Pond where eagles soar and wildlife abounds. (If you are luck you just might see a moose..)
You can paddle in from an inlet just down the road (1 beaver dam to portage) and on most days have amazing pond all to yourself. No kidding.
The fishing is very good.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed
This is not a great venue for parties or events
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs are allowed but must be approved
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please strip sheets from any beds used and leave them on the bed. Please lock the yurt when leaving. Please wash and put away dishes prior to leaving.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1703170
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: This is not a great venue for parties or events
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Dresden

Dresden is home to this cabin. Wiscasset Historic District and Castle Tucker are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hidden Valley Nature Center and Peacock Beach State Park.
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Dresden, ME

What's nearby

  • Kennebec River - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Wiscasset Historic District - 19 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Castle Tucker - 19 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum - 20 min drive - 14.8 km
  • War of 1861 Memorial - 20 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kimberly's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Alna Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Dairy Treat - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Old Goat - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Sheepscot Valley Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond?

As of Sep 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond on Dec 7, 2026 start from $156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wild Acres Yurt on 36 acres bordering 800 acres of perserve with a 300 acre pond located?

Situated in Dresden, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kennebec River, Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum, and Lincoln County Jail Museum. Wiscasset Historic District and Castle Tucker are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little spot, if you’re looking for a cozy getaway while roughing it just a bit, don’t hesitate on this one. Everything was perfect. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was exactly what we wanted and needed. Jamie and his family have a wonderful gem of a location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay at this rustic spot. If you have a big motorcycle it may be difficult to turn once to the yurt. Maybe have firewood available to purchase. We had fun playing cornhole inside and then star and moon gazing. Porta potty was very clean, perhaps add a solar light inside it. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, it was good for what we needed and for what it is. It was our first time staying in a yurt, which was basically a studio apartment. Small kitchenette and fridge/freezer but adequate for a couple days and a couple people. We didn’t use the fire pit, but seemed a good size and had some chairs also. Outdoor shower was nice. Good directions were given on using it. Porta potty was clean. We missed out on the goats but we used a couple of the trails and those were nice. Swimming hole down the road was nice. Kayaks and paddleboards would be great on the pond. Overall, good for us for a few days. If you are a but more rustic/outdoorsy than us, you would definitely enjoy it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Easy to check-in and charming yert
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really a fantastic property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was super fun! Amazing location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

The yurt is just as advertised! Good food around and very clean and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best yurt stay out there.

Very nice place and very nice owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet stay

Very clean, nice and quiet location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
host was welcoming, got everything ready for me and quick to respond. Helped me grab something I forgot there. Plenty of wood for the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Night in a Yurt!

We had the loveliest stay. The amenities were wonderful as was the property itself. Appreciated the option for AC and there was even coffee available for our morning walking to the bog! Would absolutely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good value

Had fun, good spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect trip

We were very pleased with the yurt. It was exactly like the pictures and description. We will be traveling to Maine again and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Stay with Great Service

What a fun stay - super clean Yurt and great communication. Family of four including two teenagers had a blast during short stay. Stove was ready for us to get a fire started to keep us warm. Yurt had everything we needed for an overnight along the way to Acadia.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful stay

We loved spending the weekend in the yurt during our trip to Maine! Beautiful interior framing and carpentry... so many thoughtful details. And the outdoor shower was a treat. Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in the Yurt

Outside shower was great. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A sweet spot for a weekend getaway!

My wife, pup, and I loved staying in James's yurt. It was well-equipped and near a lovely reservoir with great hiking and paddling. The yurt itself was a bit closer to the road than I expected, which made it feel a bit less private and increased the noise a bit, but overall it was a very enjoyable stay and we will gladly return if we are in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot.

This was just what we needed. Well stocked kitchenette and bedding. Very pretty inside! We stayed one night and didnt get to walk around much because of the rain.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

My yurt experience

It was so peaceful in a unique yurt that provided everything I could want. The owners responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very fun

First time in yurt. Quite enjoyable. The dogs loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Yurt Vacation

The yurt was well equipped and clean, the outdoor shower was excellent. Nice quiet neighborhood. The "porta potty" Could have been cleaner and better maintained. Nice trails on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at a yurt on a remote property in Dresden Maine. Everything was as advertised, including a comfortable bed, kitchenette, outdoor shower with easy to use hot water, a fire pit, and even air conditioning on a very hot night when I arrived. Went for several walks on the property, which included goats. I did not have a chance to meet the property owners, whose house is down a separate driveway from the yurt, but they made this a very easy experience. I would stay here again. Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adventures in Yurting

We loved that this yurt property was an option to rent so close to the Good from the Woods event we attend annually at Oxbow Farmhouse Brewery in Newcastle. The bed was so comfortable! The yurt was cozy and had everything we needed for our little getaway. Good communication and easy check in. We will definitely book this with Jamie again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wake to the sounds of nature

This is a very cute and comfortable place to stay. Although the weather made our stay a bit soggy, we enjoyed our time in the yurt and a wet walk on the grounds. We had everything we needed for the weekend. We did not know until we got there that so much good food would be a close drive away, so we stocked up on groceries before arriving. Maybe next time we can enjoy the local digs!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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