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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bonus Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Sunroom With Water View

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8

Nestled among the tall pines on the shore of Proctor pond sits this sweet cottage with all the conveniences of home. This is one of only a few homes on this large, clean, tranquil pond and it features a private dock, 200’ of private waterfront and use of kayaks, a paddle board, pedal boat and more. Paddle or swim at sunset or enjoy the view from the large deck or sunroom with views of the water. Kid and pet friendly with a pack n play, books, games and USCG life jackets of all sizes. If you want to venture out you are just 20 minutes from skiing or mountain biking at Sunday River and Mt Abram and the villages of Bethel and a Norway, with shops, restaurants and more. Inside the main house you’ll find one bedroom with a queen bed, a full kitchen and bathroom and a living room and sunroom with two sleeper sofas. A bonus bedroom with 2 twin beds is located in the detached garage building. It has localized heating and used seasonally. Come enjoy the beauty and tranquility of this rare private setting.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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

About the neighborhood

Bethel

Located in Bethel, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Bethel Historical Society and Dr. Moses Mason House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mt. Abram and The Zone. Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Center and Mineral Collector are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bethel, ME

What's nearby

  • Papoose Pond - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Kezar Lake - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • McWain Pond - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Long Lake - 22 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Pennesseewassee lake - 22 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AJ's Everything Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carousel Cafe At Papoose - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Springer's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tallulah's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪AJ's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8 on May 25, 2026 start from $221, 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 Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8 located?

This Bethel cottage is on the beach, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from White Mountain National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Papoose Pond and Kezar Lake. McWain Pond and Long Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location, very clean and cute cottage, hosts were very responsive, plan to come back with the grandkids when the weather is warmer to enjoy the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay on a beautiful lake! Perfect spot for a family to enjoy kayaking, fishing, etc..
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgette N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property, and come with our family every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Perfect place

Great place ! Waterfront cottage close to Sunday river, mt Abram , great for family vacation to the woods!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Excellent

Beautiful place very clean very relaxing super helpful owners
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgette N.

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

A Restful Stay in a Beautiful Area

The perfect spot for our family with children to have to relax and spend lots of time in the water! Close enough to great little towns while also being secluded enough to get a real getaway. We hope to be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgette N.

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

Our Family Looks Forward to This Stay!

This was the second summer in a row our family (with two young kids and dog) stayed at this wonderful cottage. Can't say enough how much we look forward to this trip every year - a quiet private setting on a beautiful pond, lots of day trip options for any interests and truly the greatest most accommodating hosts we've ever had the pleasure of communicating with!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Cute Cottage

Lovely, quiet location on a small pond. Very comfortable inside and a great deck for enjoying views if the pond.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Penny T.

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

Little getaway with friends

Loved the house location and it all especially the sunsets and sunrises We gp side by siding with our friends from nack home and love it up on Maine till next year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Home away from home

This place is paradise! Quiet and private. Unlimited swimming, sunbathing and fishing. The cottage has everything you need for comfort. The host was super easy to contact and went above and beyond to make sure put stay was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Zachary C.

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

Waterfront getaway in the woods of Maine

Small house tucked away on a beautiful pond in the pristine Maine wilderness. Rural enough to disconnect but close enough to town and attractions nearby. Well kept, reasonably priced, all the amenities of home, and great communication with the host. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Amazing getaway!

This property is perfect! So relaxing and comfortable. The host is very accommodating and quickly responded to messages. The fishing and swimming were great. Tons of toys for the littles. A wonderful experience all around. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith M.

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

Peace at the lake.

We had a wonderful time at this rental. Just as advertised. Lots of attention to detail, well supplied. Very quiet. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin m.

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

Procter Pond

Nice setting, comfortable lodging, quiet area, trails, wildlife. Perfect! The hosts went above and beyond with their own hens eggs left for us, a welcome basket for the dog, (although he has no teeth so he did not indulge!), And a care package if we forgot toiletries!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna P.

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

Peace and quiet

Everything was so easy for checking in! The house was very well stocked with anything you would need. There were even extras just in case you forgot something like a tooth brush shampoo etc... Everything was neat and tidy when we arrived! The fishing on the pond was great! Caught plenty of bass and pickerel! Plenty of hiking to do nearby! And the best part was we were able to bring our two pups with us! They had a blast on the pond! The hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with! Would definitely love to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Breathtaking View

We loved waking up every morning with a view of the pond from our bed. Coffee on the glassed in porch was a morning ritual, looking out on the pond and listening to the birds and critters in the pine trees. There are screen windows that can be opened for fresh air and listening to the wildlife including the wailing of the loons. Having access to the pedal boat and kayaks was wonderful. The deck is perfect for grilling and eating outside on the table, couches and various chairs. The cottage is 12 miles from Bethel, making it an easy ride to the grocery store, restaurants, and a world class gem and mineral museum. The owners, Cynara and Stacy were a pleasure, always helpful and responsive to our needs. I would highly recommend renting this cottage anytime of the year. Skiing in the winter and swimming and kayaking in the summer- you just can’t beat it.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Luanne F.

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

Peaceful retreat

From the minute we pulled in after a 7 hour drive until the minute we pulled away from this gem (sadly), we felt our shoulders drop and release of stress. Having an extremely stressful year back home, this beautiful cottage was exactly what we needed. The host was nothing shy of attentive, friendly, ( had the pleasure of meeting her), helpful ( made repairs immediately), and an absolute pleasure to deal with. She made us feel welcome through text and immediately responded to my numerous questions even before I booked! I am not only going to miss this beautiful , tranquil place, but I will also miss the sweetest neighbor that joined us every night for hours of stories, history , and lots of laughs. Thank you from the bottom of my entire families heart for all you did for us to make this not only a much needed getaway, but also filling our week with lifelong memories. We WILL be back for certain!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Sweet Cottage by the Lake. Awesome Screened-in Porch :)

My friend and I love to just get away with our dogs, from the craziness of everyday life. This sweet cottage with a screened-in porch was just what we needed. The owners cottage is so warm and inviting. Loved that we didn't have to bring extra towels & linens for us, just some extra for the pups. All our needs were met. Cynara is an awesome host and answered all questions we may of had about the property and amenities. My friend Nancy and I just fell in love with the porch overlooking the lake. This was where we and our pups spend most of time just sitting & relaxing or napping & watching the beautiful sunsets over the lake. So serene. Nancy fell in love with the daybed and I loved the blue sofa on the porch. This cozy porch was our happy place. We didn't even turn on the TV all the time we were there. Home away from Home. Thank you so much to our wonderful Host for sharing this special place with visitors like my friend and I. We hope to come and stay again in the near future. Nancy & Linda & pups from Maine xox
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice spot! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bonny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cynara Cannatella

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We are a couple of moms, 3 kids, and a whole bunch of pets living happily in rural maine, about 30 minutes from the pond cottage. We love paddling, swimming, hiking, skiing, sledding and ice skating and feel lucky to live in a place where we can enjoy the outdoors all year long.

Why they chose this property

Our sweet cottage is so peaceful and private and we feel our shoulders start to release some tension as we turn onto the long wooded road that leads to the house. The sunroom is our favorite room. We sit here reading, knitting, doing puzzles, listening to podcasts while we chat, enjoy the water views and look for loons and moose out on the pond. Our kids discovered their love for swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking here and we can watch them from lots of cozy spots for grown-ups to perch. The large pond is very sparsely populated with only a few houses bordering it. The pond itself is very calm, clean and there is no strong current.
We find the natural setting to be so healing, especially when accompanied by a washer/dryer, excellent water pressure, central heat / window air conditioners and full kitchen. We love how secluded the cottage feels while being only 20 minutes from Bethel and Norway centers, excellent restaurants and so many fun activities.

What makes this property unique

Private dock, wildlife, use of kayaks, life jackets, paddle board, pedal boat.
Also BONUS BEDROOM! There is a lovely bedroom with two twin beds in a newly finished room in the detached (but very close) garage. We have not yet used this room in winter and it has a convection panel heater so we are considering it a 1 Bedroom for the colder months. During the warmer months it is a great spot for extra guests.

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