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Deck with seating area & large 3 burner Weber propane Grill - adjacent to Patio
Sun Room - leading out to Deck and Patio ; don't forget your paddles!
Custom kitchen with seating at counter - new appliances including dishwasher.
Enjoy your coffee with an early morning sunrise reflecting upon the Lake
Waterview from dining/sunroom to new dock. Canoe, kayak and paddleboat 20' away

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Damariscotta Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Newcastle, ME
  • Place, Damariscotta Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Samoset Resort Golf Course
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Located in Newcastle, this cottage is in the city center and on the waterfront. Frances Perkins Center and Fort Edgecomb State Historical Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Monkey C Monkey Do and Dolphin Mini Golf. Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum and The Boothbay Playhouse are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing.
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Newcastle, ME

What's nearby

  • Damariscotta Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 29 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 31 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Bowdoin College - 41 min drive - 55.7 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 44 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oxbow Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Alna Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Schooner Landing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classy Cedar Shake on Damariscotta Lake Charm w/Amenities Boats BEST Sr. choice! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classy Cedar Shake on Damariscotta Lake Charm w/Amenities Boats BEST Sr. choice!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classy Cedar Shake on Damariscotta Lake Charm w/Amenities Boats BEST Sr. choice!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classy Cedar Shake on Damariscotta Lake Charm w/Amenities Boats BEST Sr. choice! located?

Located in the heart of Newcastle, this cottage is steps from Damariscotta Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Frances Perkins Center and Jan Kilburn Watercolor Studio and Gallery. Damariscotta Farmer's Market and Little Point are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

Great spot

We loved the updates! Gorgeous ceilings, nice dock, great to have the kayak, canoe, pedal boat, excellent location for shopping and eating! Well stocked with kitchen supplies and linens. The croquet set was a blast on the side yard! Beds a little stiff but excellent vacation home all around
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
All mattress furnishings are "New" ......... Recommended and Endorsed with a "Seal of Quality" by major Hotels and Bed & Breakfast Inns.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clean, well appointed cottage

The best part of renting this cottage was the location. Only a five minute drive from the town of Damariscotta and the lake front was marvelous! We saw geese and loons everyday from the dock, and the use of the kayak and canoe was well appreciated. It was too shallow though for swimming or fishing off the dock. The beds were very comfortable, and everything that we needed was there at the cabin from paper towels and toilet paper to all the pots and pans that we could want. They even supplied an umbrella! It was also very clean. One negative I can say is there isn’t comfortable seating. And despite being instructed to “spin the ceiling fan with a broom handle to get it started” we found the fan to be broken. And the week we were there was a 90 degree one! They did supply plenty of table fans though.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
The Fan is not broken! My cleaning lady, myself and guests, after your stay, all turned on the Fan with no problem. Checked it again this weekend and it turned on right away. Perhaps you forgot to turn it on by the wall Switch as was mentioned in the housekeeping list that is sent to each of our guests? Thanks for your comments.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Enjoyable. The cabin sits at the end of a quiet road along a lovely part of the Lake.

We enjoyed ourselves at the cabin. The location on the lake was lovely, although there was an unexpected view of and sound from a two-lane highway to one side. The cabin was small, with two of the bedrooms connected to each other, so you had to walk through one to get to the other. Would be fine for small kids, when privacy is not an issue. (We have two grown sons and a daughter-in-law, however). The efficiency kitchen was minimally equipped and serious cooking was a challenge. Cutting boards, griddle and reasonable frying pans would be good additions.The outdoor grill arrangement was good. The dining room porch looking out at the lake was lovely. The living room and dock furniture was beat and could use and update. There was not a comfortable seat in the house or yard. Despite shortcomings, we had a sweet time. Maine is magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
This obviously was not the appropriate fit for young honeymooners needing privacy with three other adults onboard.....nor is the Cottage intended to compete with NYC hotels .... this is Maine ... the way life should be!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage charms

The cottage has charm and was good for four adaptable adults. One bedroom (twin beds) is tricky because you enter by passing through another bedroom. The bedrooms don't have closets so we used the entryway closet. And the washer/dryer is a single unit, which none of us had ever seen before, and it seemed quite magical. We were there at the right time for fall colors and they were stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean pleasant cottage on the lake

Clean, well equipped cottage close to Damariscotta. Lovely dining room with great view of the lake. Pleasant outside areas for relaxing and watching the water and for playing lawn games. Owner very responsive. We didn't fish but saw fishermen out early every morning.. Enjoyed the canoe and kayak.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in perfect location for a family visit. Highly recommended.

The lovely quiet cottage is at the end of a remote road and sits on the lake itself (kayak, canoe and pedalo included). The cottage is cozy but was certainly spacious enough for 4 of us, with a great living room, separate dining area and fantastic barbecue on the deck. The view over the lake is also stunning, particularly at sunrise. The cottage was clean and well equipped and had everything we needed and an excellent washing machine (important with kids). The only thing to be aware of is one bedroom leads off another (not a problem for families) and the bedrooms are a good size. The nearby town of Damirascotta is just lovely and on this second visit it made us determined to come back again, even if it is a long way from the UK! Marie, the owner made us feel very welcome, and was very responsive to my queries leading up to our stay. I would definitely recommend the cottage highly.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great lake trip

Cottage was perfect for family of 4 with two teenagers. kids had separate rooms and shared bathroom. Owners were very responsive to questions right before and during stay. Swimming isn't easy from the dock as the water is shallow, but being at the end of the lake it was good for exercise type of swimming since you can swim across without worrying about motor boats. The paddle boat, canoe and kayak were great for fishing or heading to other locations at this end of the lake. Really convenient location to town. Kitchen is small, but perfect for a week of vacation. Grill worked great. Beautiful views from the dock, and dock easily accommodated 7 of us in the evening. Sitting area around the fire pit also is nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lovely stay, great cottage

Cottage was perfect for our needs as two couples visiting the area and we were able to entertain in the large dining area and sit outside comfortably.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A lovely, well equipped cottage. Great location!

We enjoyed our 2 week stay at Golden Meadow Cottage. Ken and Marie have equipped it with everything you need. The setting is peaceful and you can observe ducks, egrets and even eagles on the lake! In a few minutes you can be in Damariscotta with good restaurants, Maine crafts and the best secondhand bookstore we have ever seen! There are a multitude of nature trails close by and don't forget to see the Fish Ladder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very enjoyable stay.

Cabin is well set up, very accommodating, very clean and very restful. Owner has many nice little (homey) touches throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

perfect lakefront home

best vacation in Maine we've ever had. Everything you could want on a great lake.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

So enjoyed my stay- quiet, beautiful, peaceful, comfortable , and perfect for a true get away.

This property far exceeded my expectations. The beds were ever so comfortable. The kitchen was so well stocked . Whether the weather was sunny or rainy, the cottage was very comfortable and restful . So enjoyed the beautiful sun rises and the gorgeous scenery.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful cottage inside and out..

Simply beautiful, iron needed one was provided..ironing board was not usable..thanks for getting us one.. The ONLY complaint was the mattress...we all had problems with the sounds when you moved...so we went to single beds and was more comfortable...the. Other couple needed the queen bed but they said they rolled to the middle....and they were up early due to their backs hurting.. I never stayed in a place so well stocked...we used VRBO many times in many states...Hope you found everything in good condition when we left.. We were sorry we are to old for paddle boat, canoe, etc.. We loved the lake...the animals..etc...would highly recommend your cottage. Many thanks Ruth
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thank you for your comments....... Our goal is to make our guests happy and comfortable. New mattresses were delivered to the Cottage just this week .... and they are exceptionally comfortable ! You will truly love them ! We always strive to have our guests' vacation experience to be most enjoyable and the best possible.
Archival

8/10 Good

Convenient location to coastal Maine. Cottage has everything you need.

Good fishing even in Late Summer. Best fishing available with just the canoe supplied.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A tranquil cottage in beautiful surroundings.., magical.. Maine at its best!

My partner and I, along with my parents visited in early June of this year from Stratford upon Avon in the UK,. Prior to booking this cottage, I must admit, I did reserch numerous other properties, because I truly wanted to ensure the place we booked catered for all our needs as this returning trip meant a lot to my family & I. Simply put, this property was amazing from the moment we drove down the lane.. not only was it spacious, but truly tranquil with beaitiful surroundings, but also it was welcoming and well maintained, exactly as described in the orginal brief.. We can't speak highly enough about this cottage... it had everything we needed and gave us all, two amazing weeks that won't ever be forgotten. We made well use of boats on offer.. from the canoe, kayak and even the paddle boat.. we would take this over (directly opposite from the cottage) to watch the bald eagels in their nest and watch as their mother took to the sky.. again breathtaking moments!! Another recommendation, that if you are an early riser like I.. is to take out the old town kayak early morning, as the mist is rolling off the water.. so peaceful and perfectly quiet.. The location was also ideal..a short drive from downtown damariscotta, and close to all other key points of interests.. boothbay harbour is a must. In summery... we all give this ten out of ten.. and would recommend this fully.. for us.. it's only a matter of time until we make it back again..so enjoy! A special thank you to Ken & Maria for making us feel so welcome..
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place for a vacation.

The cottage on the lake was wonderful. It was in a beautiful location on the lake. We enjoyed sitting down on the dock sipping wine, fishing and listening to the loons. The cottage had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped with dinnerware, pots and pans, glassware and utensils. The only thing we needed to bring was food! We especially loved the dining area with its large windows overlooking the lake. All the rooms were tastefully decorated. It was one of the most relaxing vacations we've ever had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great family vacation!

We had a great time at Golden Meadow Cottage!! Marie and Ken provide a clean, well appointed 3 bedroom cottage! Although the bedrooms aren't spacious, for our family of 4 adults and a toddler, we had plenty of room. Having 2 full baths was great and it seems that there was an endless supply of hot water. We found the kitchen to be well stocked with all the cooking supplies that we could have ever needed. The screened in porch was our favorite room; we enjoyed eating our meals overlooking the lake. In the evenings we loved sitting by the fire pit, making s'mores and listening to the loons. Additionally, the cottage is located on a beautiful part of the lake. We enjoyed sitting on the dock as well as dipping our feet in the water (too cold for swimming). Exploring in the 2 man kayak was lots of fun. When we discovered the eagle's nest across the lake, we were thrilled that there were binoculars for us to use. Also, we appreciated having the paddle boat because my grandson wasn't comfortable in the kayak or canoe. Also, the cottage has wifi, tv and other rainy day entertainment options. Plus, Marie went out of her way to make sure that there were things for my grandson too. When we arrived there were library books and games for him. All the attention to details helped to make our vacation very enjoyable! We recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2016
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