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Forest Bathing: Off-Grid Tiny Home, Pond w/ Kayak

Vacation home in Jay with kitchen

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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

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Jay, ME
  • Place, Oxford Casino
  • Place, Colby College
  • Place, Bates College
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Forest Bathing: Off-Grid Tiny Home, Pond w/ Kayak

Immerse yourself in our forest and serene pond. Quiet 40-acre commune consists of two tiny house cabins + barn on private pond. Book one of the simple yet elegant cabins/barn for more guests.

Modern, off-grid, solar-powered retreat. Two solid glass walls to bring you closer to nature while staying in our simple yet elegant tiny house with all comforts of home. 5 min walk to shared fire pits, kayaks, pond & seasonal picnic shelter.

AWD SUV or truck required. Off-grid, so no A/C. Pet fee $150.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our property is booked back-to-back and our cleaning system is a carefully orchestrated process. Checkout is 10:00am and the overstay fee is $100.
No cancellation, refund, or rescheduling due to weather or inability to access property. Guest may be required to shovel driveway/walkways.

Important information

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Jay

Jay is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Powder House Hill Trails: Flint Woods & Village Woods and David Pond, while Farmington Historical Society’s Titcomb House and UMF Art Gallery are cultural highlights.
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Jay, ME

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
  • McDonald's
  • Chuck Wagon
  • Cumberland Farms
  • My Dad's Place

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Bathing: Off-Grid Tiny Home, Pond w/ Kayak pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest Bathing: Off-Grid Tiny Home, Pond w/ Kayak?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Bathing: Off-Grid Tiny Home, Pond w/ Kayak?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forest Bathing: Off-Grid Tiny Home, Pond w/ Kayak located?

Situated in Jay, this vacation home is in the same area as Spruce Mountain Jay, David Pond, and Parker Pond. Regional attractions also include Lake Minnehonk and Echo Lake.

Reviews

7.0

Good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the location of the property. Very private and secluded, even with the other cabin next door. That said, before I checked in, I was notified the primary heat source (pellet stove) was inoperable, and that there was a secondary heat source available. Upon arrival, the cabin was about 40 degrees inside, and the wall mounted propane heater simply could not keep up as the overnight temperatures reached single digits. The cabin was appointed with very warm blankets which helped a lot, but it was still a very, very chilly night. Thankfully the stove was repaired the next day and worked without issue the remainder of my stay. I would also caution you to check your junk emails before arriving. My check in instructions wound up in my junk mail, and there's nothing listed on Vrbo in regard to checking in or out, it's only in the emails, so bear this in mind. All in all, this was a great place and I enjoyed my time here aside from the first night. I will likely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve U.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second time staying at Forest Bathing. The first time, there was an issue the first night with the pellet stove that was rectified the following day. This time, before ever arriving on the property, I was notified the pellet stove in Cabin 2 was malfunctioning, and I'd be moved to Cabin 1. On my third night, the pellet stove in this cabin also malfunctioned. The host walked me through troubleshooting to fix the issue, but it clearly is a common fail point. Maine winters are far too cold to leave it up to chance on whether or not your guests will stay warm or not. They do have a wall mounted propane heater as a secondary heat source, but it is not sufficient at heating the cabin if the ambient temperature is less than 10 degrees. Along with this, the cabin was not thoroughly cleaned. There was dirt built up on the floor, and I found a baking sheet with stuck on food in the oven. Overall, I am a bit disappointed with my stay here, and am unlikely to return unless these issues with the pellet stoves are resolved. It has a lot of potential, and the folks that manage it are great! However, I cannot stay here again given the deficiencies noted above.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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