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Lakefront Cabin

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Camp overlooking the lake
Private kitchen
Kitchen
Private kitchen
Living room with gas fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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China, ME
  • Place, Lovejoy Pond
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennebec River
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterville Opera House
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Lakefront Cabin

Come enjoy the lakefront of Central Maine. Located steps from the shore of China Lake, is this 2 bedroom, 1 bath seasonal cabin. Listen to the sounds of the loons and watch the eagles. Fish and swim off the dock. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the enclosed porch only 10 feet from the water's edge.

Bedrooms are furnished with a full size bed in one room and twin bunkbeds in the other. Queen size sleeper sofa in the living room. Additional space is available for tenting on the property.

Heating is provided by a newly added gas stove to take the nighttime chill out of the air.

Electric range and gas grill provides ample cooking opportunity.

Come enjoy the morning sunrise over China Lake.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Please contact owner with any questions
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please pick up after pet and keep them on property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Make sure all trash is in bags and placed in the trash can at the driveway. The trash pickup will only empty trash when everything is in a bag. Failure to do so may result in a charge. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All trash must be placed in tied trash bags and placed in the bin at the top of the hill. Disposal service will not empty if loose trash is present.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3379808
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 (including birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Please contact owner with any questions
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 deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

South China

South China is home to this cabin. Fort Halifax and Redington Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include First Congregational Church and Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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China, ME

What's nearby

  • Lovejoy Pond - 18 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Kennebec River - 23 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Waterville Opera House - 24 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Thomas College - 25 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Colby College - 27 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fieldstone Quickstop & SUBWAY - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Landing - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Cabin?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Cabin on Sep 7, 2026 start from $292, 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 Lakefront Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cabin?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cabin located?

Situated in South China, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Lovejoy Pond, Natanis Golf Course, and Fort Halifax. Kennebec River is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.

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. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely LOVE this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2026
Appreciate it. Thanks for being a great guest. Hope you caught some nice fish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katherine b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, great view, quiet, serene location right on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2025
Thanks for visiting. Glad you enjoyed the lake. Please come again anytime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael L.

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

Weekend getaway

Was a great alternative to a hotel stay. great for family or individual quiet stay on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2023
Thanks for the review. Come back anytime. Let us know if there is anything to improve on.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Lovely cottage on the lake

We loved the cottage and it was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ned S.

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

Colby Graduation

Enjoyed an awesome stay on the lake!! House was super and Kennith was a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Perfect little getaway

My family and I attended a concert at the Bowl in the Pines and wanted to make a weekend out of it and found this perfect little cabin right on the lake! Kids absolutely loved swimming, fishing and canoeing! Great spot for family bonding! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra A.

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

Stay

We had a wonderful time it was clean and pretty easy to find.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2024
Great. Thanks for coming. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

China Lake 2024

Great location, clean and quiet! Enjoyed great weather with family and friends
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anni D.

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

Visiting the Common Ground Fair

Beautiful location, lovely cabin. Ken was very responsive and helpful. Fun rustic cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2023
Thanks. Hope you had fun at the fair. Look forward to having you stay again. Thanks for keeping everything so clean and left just the way you found it. Appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Beautiful Slice of Heaven

What a lovely spot to get away for a couple days! We hope to come back someday and enjoy the lake more. Ken was wonderful and quick about answering any questions I had prior to going.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2023
Thanks for the review. Trying to help everyone enjoy a little taste of Maine. Please come again next year. We plan on doing a little more work over the winter to add to the experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan C.

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

China Lake Cabin

Cabin is as listed. Nice dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2024
Thank you for visiting. The dock is new and a great addition.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"We had an absolute blast at this lake house! The location was perfect for our family, with plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. The house itself was cozy and comfortable, with all the amenities we needed for a relaxing vacation. The views of the lake from the deck were stunning, and we spent hours just sitting there, watching the sunset. The kids loved all the outdoor activities, and my wife and I enjoyed some much-needed R&R. We can't wait to come back and experience it all again. Highly recommend!"
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Peter c.

Beautiful and very clean everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2024
Thanks for the review. Hope you got to enjoy the water. Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Bass fishing China Lake

Had a good time, everything went well, spent three nights there. Nice view out over the lake from the dining table. Cabin was well equipped. Had a great stay and looking forward to possibly staying again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2023
Thank you for the review. Planning on adding a few more finishing touches. Please come again. We’d be happy to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

4th of July

Great holiday weekend at the lake, Ken was easy to work with, flexible with our dogs and timing of dropping off our boat. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your time. Hope you’re able to catch some fish. Please come again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Family Fun

Enjoyed a weekend of relaxing and playing in the lake with my children and nieces. Saw a bald eagle while sipping coffee on the dock. Amazing get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2024
There is at least one nesting pair on the lake. A blast watching them. Come back. They are here every year. In additional to the many loons on the lake.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irit A.

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

Great lake cabin

Great space to enjoy with family and friends. Loved the house and the lake. We also really enjoyed playing on the lawn and hanging by the fire pit. Thanks for a lovely stat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2023
Thanks Irit. Come again next year. Happy to have you back. Thank you for leaving everything so clean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie B.

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

Nice Getaway

Nice property with plenty of space, can tell it has been recently upgraded! Perfect for a weekend getaway my family loved being right on the lake and close to anything we needed. Check in and check out were made simple and Ken did a wonderful job communicating in a timely manor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2023
Thank you. It was a pleasure having you stay and hope you'll visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Relaxing

Despite weather not being great, we enjoyed peaceful lake, floating, fishing. Fish were biting and lots of fun. good time
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Peace on the Lake

Ken was so prompt and helpful! It was the perfect weekend get away for Steven and our sweet lab sisters!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Perfect!

Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2023
Thanks for your stay. Look forward to having you again if you come to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Beautiful View

Very clean small place on the lake. Ken was great to deal with. Parking area isn’t paved or graveled so off road vehicle would be good for wetter days. Fun fire pit area and wood all prechopped. Great stay will do again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Lovely little cottage on the water

We loved our long weekend here, used the stand up paddle board (it’s not on the listing but they have a standup paddle board, a canoe, and cornhole available for use!), fished off the dock, and went canoeing around the lake. The views are simply beautiful. Great place for a family, we were four adult adults so the bunkbeds were not quite our style, but the pullout sofa worked and was pretty comfortable. If we ever make it back to this part of the country we would definitely rent it again! Make sure to bring your own drinking water because the water for the house is from the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2025
Thanks for staying. Thank you again for reminding everyone about the drinking water. Many cottages in Maine draw water from the lake. Ok to bathe and cook but not for drinking. Please come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

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

Perfect spot for a getaway

The kids kept saying it was one of our best vacations ever. They loved jumping off the dock into the water and going out a little deeper on the paddle board. They ate smore after smore next to the campfire at night. The interior of the house was clearly recently updated and looks fantastic. This place is great for families, couples, or a friends trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2023
I am glad everyone enjoyed it. Come back next year. We would love to have you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

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

Great Home Base for Our Annual Fishing Trip

This was a great spot for our group of 4 guys to enjoy our annual fishing trip. China Lake is one of our favorite bass fishing lakes in Maine and this cottage served as an ideal location from which to operate from. Ken was a gracious host and we had no issues with the property or communicating before our arrival. The brand-new dock with boat bumpers was the cherry on top.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2024
Glad you enjoyed. The new dock has been a great addition. Come back anytime.

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