One August week left! Maine lakeside log cabin, 3 bd/2ba, hot tub, 4 boats incl
About the property
- Lodge2000 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps8
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 - 7 nights
Maine lakeside: fully equipped log home w/hot tub, boating and all home comforts
Almost fully booked for summer 2018: comfortable 3 level log house with every home comfort, on the shore of one of western Maine's most beautiful small lakes. Many extras included plus peace and privacy, surrounded by almost two acres of lawn and woods.
Log House amenities: Spacious Kiwi Lodge kitchen is fully equipped with many appliances and everything for cooking including pantry items: flour, sugar, oil, rice, condiments, spices, tea, coffee. Pick fresh herbs to enhance home-cooked meals. The solid wood hand-made dining table overlooks the lake, easily seats 8 guests. There is a large oak picnic table on the deck for al fresco meals as you watch the duck families swimming or loons popping up after diving for their breakfast. You may see a beaver or a bald eagle; you will see many birds.
The upper level of Kiwi Lodge has a king bed room and another with queen and full size beds, full bathroom. On the lower, garden level there is a family room and the third bedroom with double/twin bunk bed. All beds are Maine artisan-made with top-of-the-line mattresses and quality bedding.
The open plan main level has a second full bathroom, living room and kitchen with a large dining area overlooking the lake.
Outside on the lower patio are the hot tub, hammock, volleyball/badminton/pickle ball net, horseshoes, croquet, 55' dock and swim raft anchored in lake. Included with your rental are a paddleboat, large canoe and two one-person hard-sided kayaks. Life jackets in all sizes are provided. .
Living room and family room have large, flat screen TVs with DVD; Internet/WiFi, cable, Roku, X-Box Kinect, Wii (bring your own games), free calls in US from landline ‘phone. There are many board games, movies, books, cards, CD player.
You will find washer, dryer, vacuum cleaner, hand vacuum; cleaning supplies, dishwasher soap, and generous initial supplies of paper goods.
Linens and towels are supplied. Please bring your own swim/hot tub towels.
On the deck are a picnic table and Adirondack chairs. A new gas grill is on the lower level.
Local Area: Kiwi Lodge is on a small, secret lake in Western Maine; a few minutes from the charming university town of Farmington: shopping, restaurants, movies, golf courses, wonderful hiking, and great lobster, of course! We provide lots of recommendations for what to do, where to go, where to eat. The coast is not far away with the lighthouse near Portland echoing with history, world class restaurants and fun shops. Nearer at hand are a host of delightful small towns, each with their treasures of history and culture. We tell you about our favorites before you arrive, to help you plan.Take one of the easy day trips to the delectable restaurants of Portland, plus lighthouses, observatory; outlet shopping in Freeport; hiking up Bald Mountain (hike is 3.5 miles R/T) near Rangeley, and so many other hikes including a short, super-easy walk in the woods, half an hour away, manageable for even small children; a boat trip on Moosehead Lake in Greenville: Western Maine opportunities for recreation are endless.
The lake at Kiwi Lodge: You will hear loons, ducks, bullfrogs (in June especially); you may see beavers, muskrats (usually swimming across the lake at dusk) and turtles; bald eagles often hover. Guests fish off the end of the dock. Birds wake early; porcupines stroll the roads at midnight.
Owner
Kay
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within two days
- Speaks:
- spanish
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 08, 2018
About Kay
Maine has the same beautiful green hills as our native New Zealand, and the same friendly simplicity of life amongst a small population. Neighbors have time to be helpful. They are happy to chat with you and love to share their knowledge of the area, but will not intrude if you prefer to remain in peaceful solitude. The woods and lakes and rivers give endless opportunities for outdoor recreation or time to quietly reflect and catch up with yourself. There is no better place for decelerating during a summer vacation.
Why Kay chose Chesterville
The moment we saw the house, we felt the attraction of its appearance and surroundings. The moment we stepped inside and saw its charm and excellent design, we knew that this was the special family retreat we had dreamed of. The location is quiet and private, but the local people are very friendly neighbors if you want to be sociable. It is easy to get to other interesting places in Maine, if we can drag ourselves away from having fun on the lake. We can go fishing, or float in the kayak and watch the fish. We can walk around the lake, through the woods, or paddle around the shore in the canoe. Each year, we discover different hiking trails, meet new people, find fun shops in Farmington, more sightseeing spots and even better restaurants.
What makes this Lodge unique
The house was designed for year-round living. Perhaps this is why you feel immediately at home there. There is endless enjoyment from having breakfast on the deck, watching the early morning mist rise from the water. Then there is the decision on whether to have the canoe-kayak race or go fishing or try to get that perfect photo of a loon, or go over to Freeport for some outlet shopping and a bowl of lobster bisque at nearby Harraseeket Restaurant - so fresh and good! We can do a few lengths out to the swim raft and back, then go into Farmington to get some heirloom tomatoes from the farmers' market and an ice cream from Giffords. Tomorrow we will go hiking - or maybe just sit in the water hammock and not do too much at all!
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Accessible
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Hot Tub
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- One of the bedrooms on the upper level has a King size rustic style bed, hand-crafted by local artisan from Maine cedar wood. The other bedroom has a Queen size and a full size bed, both also hand crafted by a Maine artisan, from quarter sawn oak, in classical style. The lower level has another rustic style bunk bed, full size lower level and twin size upper level. It is heavy and totally stable, with wide steps to the top bunk which has a side rail. There is also a futon in the living room, and a sleep/play pen for a small child.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Bathroom on the upper level has tub/shower combination and twin washbasins, plus a large closet for towels and personal items. Hair dryer provided. The bathroom on the lower level has a shower. There is a large laundry closet, with washer, dryer and shelving holding laundry supplies.
Location Type
- Lake View
- LakefrontThe lawn around the house slopes down to the lakefront and the 55' dock.
- Water ViewThe house is about 150 feet from the water's edge. The dining room and living room windows look out across the upper deck to the lake. The family room downstairs also looks out over the lake.
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens ProvidedExcellent linens provided: carefully selected for quality and comfort.
- Broadband AccessHigh speed broadband internet available: WiFi and modem.
- FireplaceOutdoor fire pit and outdoor Maine stove
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Clothes DryerDryer on premises
- Living RoomSpacious living room on main floor and a family room on lower level, with comfortable couches and love seats. Both with large flat screen TVs and cable. Many books and family games available.
- Mobile PhoneGood reception for cell 'phones.
- Parking Off StreetLarge area available for parking.
- Parking for RV/Boat/TrailerThe parking area is large enough for an RV or boat/trailer. Turn space sufficient for large pick-up towing an additional 12 feet or more.
- TelephoneLandline telephone provided for your convenience. Free calls within the US. Good mobile reception.
- Towels ProvidedGenerous stock of towels will be waiting for you in both bathrooms. Please bring your own hot tub/swim towels.
- Washing MachineNew washer, extra quiet.
Kitchen
- MicrowaveLarge microwave in kitchen.
- Coffee MakerDrip and plunge style available, as well as espresso pot.
- Dishes & UtensilsFull range: Fiestaware dining set, glasses, wine glasses, mugs, cups, serving bowls of all sizes, salad bowls, servers, plastic dinnerware to use outside, cutlery set, knives, cooking & grill utensils.
- DishwasherNew dishwasher with power wash feature.
- Ice Maker
- KitchenLarge kitchen extending to dining room with view over deck and lake. On the other side of this open plan floor is the living room with view of lake and screen of trees that provide privacy. All walls, beamed ceilings and the living room floor are of a warm honey colored pine.
- Cooking UtensilsAll essential cooking utensils, and more, are provided - set of saucepans, set of frying pans, baking dishes of all sizes, microwave cookware, cast iron dutch oven and, of course, the lobster pot!
- OvenLarge oven in gas stove
- Pantry ItemsMany items: flour, rice, pasta, oatmeal, oil, salt, pepper, sugar, variety of spices and condiments, all kept within expiry date. Guests say Kiwi Lodge has the best-stocked pantry they've ever found.
- RefrigeratorLarge refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water in the kitchen
- StoveNewer gas stove with range hood.
- ToasterToaster, blender, small cake mixer, stick blender, waffle maker, can opener - all are available.
Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 8 people
Entertainment
- BooksMany books for your enjoyment, in living room and family room.
- CD Player
- DVD PlayerIn living room. Movies can also be played in family room.
- Game RoomFamily room downstairs, with second large flat screen TV, Wii, X-Box Kinect.
- GamesMany board and card games and puzzles available.
- Satellite / CableLiving room and family room have cable connection with many channels available to enjoy on the large flat screen HD TVs.
- TelevisionTwo large flat screen TVs, in living room and in family room. 50 inches in family room, 42 inches in living room.
- VCR
- Video Game ConsoleXBox Kinect 360 and Wii in family room - fabulous fun. Some games preloaded, others available. Bring your favorites.
- Video LibrarySmall DVD library of classic favorite movies.
Outside
- BoatPaddleboat included in your rental.
- Deck / PatioWrap-around deck on upper level, with two doors opening off main floor of the house. The lower level has a patio opening off the family room. The hot tub is on this lower level, as well as storage container for boating equipment and supplies.
- Kayak / CanoeLarge canoe and two one-person kayaks included with your rental.
- Outdoor Grill
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleThere is a ramp for access to the main level of the house and the deck. The property is accessible, and is regularly used by, those in wheelchairs. May not be suitable for motorised wheelchairs. Call for details.
Pool / Spa
- Hot TubLarge outdoor hot tub facing lake, has recliner shaped seat and additional seats to accommodate at least six people.
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- live theater
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
Leisure Activities
- paddle boating
- antiquing
- boating
- horseshoes
- outlet shopping
- bird watching
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- kayaking
- cycling
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- fishing
- mountain biking
- sailing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
Notes
- The property is almost two acres; the house is surrounded by a wide lawn on all sides that slopes gradually towards more than 100 feet of lakefront. There are no neighbors on one side, and a thick screen of pines, birch, oak, ash, maple and other trees give complete privacy on the other side. Lake is in front, and another screen of trees is between lawn and road. The new 55 foot dock is four feet wide, opening out to an octagonal area that has space for seating while you are surrounded by water. This is a green oasis in summer; in fall the colors of the leaves are glorious, a wall of brilliant yellow, red, scarlet, spreading up the hills from the lake.
43 Reviews
Latest reviews
As Always Everything was Perfect!
It was my third time staying here. Usually it is with my husband and another couple, this time it was a girls weekend, with my old friends from college. They are now all huge Kiwi Lodge Fans too. We had incredible weather, and never left the property. Thank you so much for a fabulous time, once again!
Jamie, we are delighted to know that the girls' retreat went so well! There is so much to do in the surrounding area but for a group of friends who are combining a career outside the home with caring for a family, it is a wonderful thing to take time off to reconnect and enjoy the beauty, peace and comfort of Kiwi Lodge in the process!
We look forward to seeing you again.
Kay and the Kiwi Lodge team
Lovely fall getaway
My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating a milestone in our marriage at Kiwi Lodge. The cabin is beautifully laid out, clean and on a lovely lake. Though it was just two of us, it would have easily accomodated many more. The long dining table off the really well stocked kitchen would have been a great place to congregate, but there was also lots of other space so it would not feel crowded even with a house full. The area around Kiwi lodge is stunning in the fall.
Kay was especially easy to work with and she even left us a special surprise to help us celebrate! So thoughtful!
It is very good to know that the two of you enjoyed that important anniversary, Carla! We do have lots of guests who come for a special occasion. The property is a very special place for our family so we like to make sure others have the same experience - and we work hard to ensure that.
We look forward to having you visit again!
Kay and the Kiwi Lodge team
Enjoyable,very clean house!
Our family of 5 recently spent a week at Kiwi Lodge. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. With two teenagers and a 9 year old, the house was plenty big enough to give the older kids their space when they wanted it. We all enjoyed the hot tub, kayaks and played games at the large dining room table. Kay was very accessible and got back to use immediately via phone and email when we had a question. We've been to the Farmington area many times and always enjoy eating at The Harvest House. We also went to the movie theater in town and 3 of us watched a movie with popcorn and drinks for under $30 - a great bargain! One day, we drove to Auburn to play miniature golf at Tabers Golf and Restaurant. The course is right on a lake and a lot of fun to play. While there, we went to Mac's Downeast Seafood for a good lobster dinner. A couple of us tried out the public golf course in Wilton as well as Diadema Golf Course in North Anson. Kiwi Lodge is in a great location with plenty to do at the house or within an hour or so drive.
Katherine, your review is so helpful in giving the highlights of experiences that your family enjoyed. We are delighted that you enjoyed Kiwi Lodge as well as the countless things to do and see in the area, and hope to see you all again.
Great Vacation Rental
We rent a vacation camp annually and found Kay to be one of the most pleasant owners to deal with. She called the evening we checked in to see if we had any questions or needed anything. I've never had an owner do this. The camp was one of the most well stocked we've ever stayed at. It's a beautifully decorated and roomy log cabin....beautiful furnishings. It's a very quiet area. My family enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you for sharing your vacation cabin with us Kay.
Sheila, you and your family were definitely high on the list of our most appreciated guests! We do aim to have the house as comfortable as possible; it is great to get your confirmation that we met our goals.
Just one word - Amazing.
Paradise must be located on a Pond in Maine.
Very Nice Landscape, House is Perfect, Owner very Nice and well Organized.
We Loved to Spend a Great Time on Kiwi Lodge.
Peaceful family vacation
We recently spent a week at the Kiwi Lodge with our sons, ages 11 and 13. It was our first trip to Maine and I looked at hundreds of properties before finally selecting Kiwi Lodge. And it did not disappoint! We spent most of our trip on the lake in the kayaks and peddle boat. The kids loved jumping off the dock and we all enjoyed the family of ducks that visited daily. We ate every meal on the porch, played badminton, relaxed in the hot tub, battled it out on the Xbox Kinect and did a few puzzles. Farmington is a cute town and there are plenty of places for a family hike. Portland/Freeport are a great day trip. But when you leave, you'll really just want to be back on the lake! There were a few days where we had the entire lake to ourselves! I highly recommend this property to anyone who is looking for a great family vacation.
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