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Front of cottage - roadside
Front of cottage - roadside
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Newport, ME
  • Sebasticook Lake
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater
  • Cross Insurance Center
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Basement Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Main level bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Charming Lakefront Cottage


Welcome to our newly constructed lakefront cottage (September 2024) located in Newport, Maine. This cozy and relaxing cottage is situated in the historic Camp Benson area on Lake Sebasticook and is your Maine getaway. This unique lake is Maine's only lake entirely contained within one town, covering 4,288 acres with depths reaching 50 feet. The lake offers year-round diverse activities including fishing, boating, swimming, bird watching, ice fishing, ice skating, and snowmobiling.

Drop your suitcases at the door and head outside to begin the fun with family and friends. The sunrise and sunset views are a perfect way to begin and end each day. Nothing measures up to a morning cup of coffee or relaxing glass of wine on the deck and taking in natures beauty and the sounds of the loons. The cottage is warm and cozy, a perfect Maine getaway. So, whether you want to relax reading by the lake, fish from the dock, jump in the lake or enjoy a sunset on the deck - this place is for you.

Key Features:
Stunning sunrise-to-sunset lake views
Private beach access with swimming dock
Spacious wrap-around decks on two levels for relaxation and entertaining
Fully stocked kitchen and 2 full baths
Comfortably sleeps 6 with an additional 2 person sleeper sofa
Airport Proximity: 29 miles Bangor, 102 miles Portland, 200 miles Boston.
Centrally located to several coastal Maine towns, including Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, Belfast, Camden, Rockport, Bath, Searsport, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Ogunquit.
Local hiking, biking, ATV trail riding

My husband and I welcome you, your family, and your friends to what we consider our little slice of heaven. We hope you enjoy our cottage and develop a similar passion for this beautiful lake and all its offerings throughout your stay. This is truly the perfect place to fall in love with Lake Sebasticook and Maine - the way life should be.

Please excuse the lack of landscaping - we are currently working on this last piece of new construction.

Property manager

Sara Lyskawa

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Place all soiled towels, linens and blankets by laundry room door at departure.
Remove any and all food and beverages from refrigerator, freezer and cabinets at departure. Please discard or take with you.
Close and lock all windows and doors at departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If smoking on the premises, please dispose of butts appropriately. Please do not leave them on the beach, dock, or grass.
During your stay, if you notice something is not working properly/or damage is done, please notify us immediately so we may help to rectify the issue.
No pets are permitted at any time on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. JW Parks Golf Course and Hermon Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sebasticook Lake and Great Moose Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Newport, ME

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cervesas Southwest Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Feng Lee - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakefront Cottage located?

This Newport cottage is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sebasticook Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of JW Parks Golf Course and Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital. Great Moose Lake and Lake Wassookeag are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great location everything is very close

Very nice clean cottage nice beach and deck very easy check in and out recommended highly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Great location and wonderful lake scenery and comfortable cottage living. We had a great time....and the cottage served our purpose well.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linnette P.

Charming little cottage.

We absolutely loved our week in Newport. The camp was adorable and just loved the dock out over the water right off the bedroom. Couldn't help but have a fun time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

linda l.

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

Lovely sunrises

Very close to the lake. Lots of wildlife. Loved the dock with the awesome chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Yearly family vacation

The cottage was very comfortable, and the lake is great! Any of my question were answered within an hour or two. Definitely would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Venita D.

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

Nita's Newport

Loved it. Peaceful and beautiful. Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Crystal F.

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

Cottage right on the lake

Cottage was located directly on the lake... the kids enjoyed running out and jumping into the lake/off the dock multiple times a day. Location is close to stores and restaurants. Would recommend bringing a bath mat or towel for outside the shower as we ended up having to use a beach towel. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kjrsten K.

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

Happy third visit

Our third stay at the cottage was excellent. We were fortunate to have great weather at the lake - I'm not sure the water has ever been so warm. Easy communication with the owners and the home was as comfortable as we remembered it to be. Swimming, boating, and bird watching made the week fly by. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Great Family Vacation

Myself with My daughters and their daughters enjoyed a week on the lake at this cottage. Plenty to do with boats, dock, pedal boat! Games and toys for the little ones and kitchen had everything we needed to cook! Amazing gas grill for our cookouts and enjoyed fires in fire pit at night! Great neighbors that checked on my adult daughters when they floated out into middle of lake on their raft. Everyone enjoyed themselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

byron r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

information

Would like to have known about water . RE bring your own to drink. Should be in property description when looking to rent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kjrsten K.

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

Successful Second Visit

We really enjoyed our return visit to the cottage on Sebasticook. The views are fantastic, access to the water easy and diverse (swimming, paddle boat, floating, kayaks), walking options quiet and plentiful...a welcoming neighborhood to ease into a vacation mindset. We spotted two bald eagles, plenty of loons and ducks. The cottage itself is comfortably appointed and charmingly quirky. A unique place to land for a week and all four of our family members have what we need here. We ventured out to Borestone Mountain, Bucksport for lunch & Fort Knox, Winslow for Big G's, Orono for a UMO campus visit, Pittsfield for Manson Park & Renys...our teen even enjoyed a free paint program offered at the Newport library. Check the Rolling Thunder for area activities! We already look forward to another future trip, thank you :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kjrsten K.

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

4th Visit!

We enjoyed our fourth stay at the cottage this summer. Lake views, swims, and boat outings kept us busy and happy. We had cooler weather this round, but still got into the water every day. Checked out the new Renys location in Pittsfield and made day trips to Bucksport and Orono. We aim to return and repeat the fun :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great Lake House

Great property on the lake, everything you need is there or in the town 5min away. Enjoyed the sunrise’s and was able to catch a couple of fish as well. Would recommend to others. Owner is easily reachable if needed.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nick S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sebasticook cabin

Lovely cabin in a very quiet neighborhood! We loved it very peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Victoria C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful lake vacation

We had a great visit to Maine with our two children (ages 4 and 1). Camp was extremely convenient to family nearby. A cute lakefront property with nice beach and although we didn't use them there were kayaks and a paddleboat available for use which is nice. We had a smooth checkin process and binder with many resources and information about the property was available and clear. As a family with 2 young children the layout was a little difficult given loft style with no doors on rooms or stairways, but there were some baby gates available. We also missed that there were no towels available, so make sure to pack some! We took off a star for cleanliness as we felt it hadn't been cleaned very well prior to our arrival. Overall though we had a nice stay and enjoyed our vacation visiting family in Maine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lai-Yan F.

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

great family getaway

The property itself is fantastic! So cute and well cared for and stocked with so much to help you enjoy time at the lake. Beautiful views, great neighborhood and GREAT fishing. The wraparound deck adds a ton of square footage to the space and we spent most of our time on it. The only negatives we experienced were: 1) The cottage faces due east and was in the shade after 12pm every day. For us this was a minor drawback. 2) The water quality of the lake was not what we were expecting and we had to travel elsewhere to go swimming. Both of these things have nothing to do with the owner or their wonderful cottage, but they could be helpful to know for future travelers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Second stay at the lake!

Everything was great. Love the property and hope to rent again when renovations are complete.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true Maine cabin

This is an authentic cozy cottage that is very typical of many seasonal lake cottages. Not fancy, just the way life is here in Maine. You might call it down-home or from another era of bygone times. The house is old, not luxury, yet, it is very adequate and comfortable.. This had good waterfront access with shallow water which is super great for young kids, and I might add very hard to find. It has an excellent dock and lots of water toys for all ages. We loved the balcony which provides an excellent view of the lake and sky and all that goes with it: osprey, loons, ducks, sunrises, sunsets, moonrises, stars. The cottage is in a very quiet area but also very convenient to shopping and I 95. We found it to be a perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan D.

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

Perfect Getaway

We flew into Maine to visit family and stayed at this awesome little lake house. It was the perfect location to start day trips from, as well as stay in and relax by the lake. Would give more than 5 stars if possible for communication with owner. We had a few small questions resolved almost immediately and couldn’t be happier with our experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Steve H.

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

Uniquely charming

Interesting historical setting , Peaceful and quiet, short drive to Moosehead Lake area for great hikes. Our timing of this trip was just a little early for the fall colors though there were some nice changes already.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Phil A.

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

Good and not so good.

Overall charm and location cannot be better. The cabin has lots of windows, so it's bright and sunny, and just steps from your private beach. Bring towels from home as they are not provided AND there is no TV. One is provided, but even local stations don't come through. Using our phone Wi-Fi, we could get PBS, but nothing else. The door in the basement bedroom slides with difficulty. Washer and dryer are provided, but you can only do dark clothing because the water is funky and might discolor lighter things. Stairs have no handrails, and there is a huge tripping hazard in the yard where a slab of concrete, that for some reason, has handles in it. We loved the cabin and the lake, but some things need attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

quennie D.

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

Perfect summer vacation and getaway

The property is everything that we hoped for a perfect summer vacation. The lake cottage is just the right size for our family of 6. Everyone had their own comfy bed and we enjoyed the small private beach, the quiet lake and everything around us. We also rented a boat and a jetski that we enjoyed throughout our stay. This is a memorable vacation for everyone in my party especially the kids!!! Thank you for sharing the property with us. Til next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire R., Portland, ME

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

Beautiful Place!

Our kids had an absolute blast here! They were in the lake every day swimming. The views were amazing and the location was perfect for us to travel other places. The house was very clean and perfect for our family. Can't say enough great stuff about it!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

Great spot on beautiful lake

We had a great vacation. Thanks so much and we hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Awesome, lake side cottage

Everything was straight forward in the advertising,( even the water oder). Being there in person, even better.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sara Lyskawa

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I, (Sara) am a Maine native who has deep connections to Lake Sebasticook, where it has served as the backdrop for treasured memories spanning from my childhood into adulthood. I earned my degree from the University of Maine, Orono and currently work as a clinical dietitian. My husband (Alan) Michigan-born husband (a Notre Dame graduate who works as a Mechanical Engineer) and I are now creating similar experiences for our two children; Abigail (13) and Aiden (10) who spend summers on Lake Sebasticook building lasting memories. We currently reside in South Carolina, but return to Maine several times a year to enjoy our new lakehouse with local family and friends.

Why they chose this property

Welcome to historic Camp Benson of Lake Sebasticook; a place that is very near and dear to my heart for 30+ years. My great grandparents owned a camp not too far from our current property, but unfortunately, burned down in the late 1960's. Luckily my grandparents resurrected another camp in its spot until the land/camp was eventually deeded over to my brother in the late 1980's. I have some of the most amazing memories on this lake. From learning to water ski, building play boats, fishing with my grandfather on the end of the dock, canoeing, ice fishing, ice skating, racing up and down the camp road by foot or bike, and learning to drive the boat. Lake Sebasticook is very near and dear to my heart and we are so thrilled to be able to share our cottage and this area.

For us, it is the perfect location as my immediate family is within a few miles which was a huge appeal. We truly love vacationing here as it is chance to create memories with our own family as well as an opportunity to get away from it all.

What makes this property unique

This property sits upon once what was a camp built in 1900, our first lake house purchase. Having grown up on Lake Sebasticook, it has always been my dream to own property. In 2012, my husband and I brought this dream to fruition and bought a historic camp built in 1900. However, after years of dealing with ongoing structural problems that required constant "renovation bandaids," we decided to demolish the old structure. Rather than continue patching up the century-old building, we chose to start over completely, resulting in our newly built cottage. During construction, we were able to incorporate some of the old cottage into the new cottage; incorporating decades old floor boards and pine ship lap.

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