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Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest

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Private kitchen
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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Howland, ME

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest

Come experience the beauty of the Maine outdoors. Start your mornings with breathtaking sunrises over the Penobscot River and end your evenings with colorful sunsets over Merrill Brook. Our property is perfect for families, sportsmen, friend groups, and small-group church retreats looking to relax and reconnect.

Make lasting memories as you unwind, recharge, and enjoy simple pleasures. Play a friendly game of horseshoes, keep an eye out for bald eagles soaring overhead, and after dark, take in the brilliance of the night sky — you can even see the Milky Way. Finish each day gathered around our spacious six-foot firepit, sharing stories under the stars.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate our direct access to Maine’s extensive ATV and snowmobile trail network. With 6,100 miles of trails statewide, adventure begins right outside your cabin door. Private cabins-only waterfront on Merrill Brook; public boat launch on the Penobscot River, just across the road.

Each cozy cabin includes a private bathroom with shower, a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, cable TV, linens, towels, and all essential kitchen supplies. Ample on-site parking is available for vehicles and trailers.

Amenities Included
Safety:
Fire extinguisher; fire blanket (2026); smoke detector (2026); digital CO detector (2026, eye level mounted; alerts ≤ 30 PPM).

Starter Supplies:
Coffee & tea, shelf stable creamers, sweeteners, to go cups.

Kitchen:
Olive oil, salt & pepper grinders, toothpicks, ice trays.

Bathroom:
Foaming hand soap; “In Case You Forgot” basket (shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, toothpaste, aloe); first aid basics.

Linens:
Bed linens, pillows, blankets; Simply Vera towels; Turkish makeup cloths; bathmat.

Kitchen Amenities:
Dish towels, dish cloth, oven mitts; dish soap & scrubbers; dish drying mat; full dinnerware sets; silverware; glassware; children’s dinnerware; Tramontina pots & pans; GreenPan sauté pan; baking sheets; pizza pan; Pyrex bakeware; full set of cooking utensils.

Utility Closet:
Shark vacuum, broom & dustpan, fan, cleaning supplies.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 902273
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
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

About the neighborhood

Howland

Located in Howland, this cabin is on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Woodlawn Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penobscot River and Schoodic Lake. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Howland, ME

Getting around

  • Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪95 Market & Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ronitas Take Out - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Enfield General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Poppycock Island - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hometown Energy & Nutrition - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Merrill Brook Cabins - Cabin 3 - Eagles' Nest located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Penobscot River and within 16 mi (25 km) of Penobscot Valley Hospital and Lincoln Memorial Library. Schoodic Lake and Jato Highlands Golf Course are also within 20 mi (32 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. 38 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Janette C.

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

Our cozy stay

The entire property, including the brook and river, was beautiful. It was a very relaxing setting and I love that there were porches to sit out on to enjoy the view even more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa C.

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

Family of 4 and a dog

Cute and cozy little cabin, great place to rest with the kiddo's and dog. It was a nice home away from home! Would definitely go there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

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

Peaceful cabin by the brook

Simple, cozy cabin. Great hiking. Beautiful view of the water. So quiet and relaxing. Gracious, thoughtful hosts. Would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family reunion

We rented all three cabins and everything was great and a good value. Entire family in town for an ash burial ceremony and family reunion. Campsite was great and property owner/manager did a great job. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

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

Great place to recharge

Better than expected. Friendly and welcoming. A home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Brainerd R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The property was pretty, the cabin okay, but somewhat crude. The bath was difficult to regulate. The blankets on the bed were wool and very unpleasent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ezra P.

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

Cabin 3

John/Diane York make it everything so easy. We started coming in June, and by the time that we left we were already planning our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Z S.

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

Great experience

Lovely little cabin and a tranquil setting. Property owners give clear instructions and an easy life line if any questions. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

The Best Experience!

My son and I, with our 2 dogs, had the best time! We couldn’t have anything better to say about our experience. The cabin was perfect, and the owners were awesome, going out of their way to make our stay even better. We canoed, kayaked, swam, played horseshoes and cornhole, and had an amazing campfire. We had such a wonderful time. Thank you so much John and Diane!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Fran L.

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

Maine in Howland

This was our first trip to Maine. We had a great time going to the coast. Only negative was the tv was too small. We would have liked one larger bed but for the size of the bedroom it worked out. We had to travel more than I wanted to go places but being close to 95 is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie P.

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

We will keep coming back

We have been coming here since the summer of 2019 and absolutely love it. I am fortunate to take my 15 year old twins here on individual trips and the time spent with them in such a great place is irreplaceable. John and Diane are fantastic hosts. They are friendly and attentive and the cabins have everything needed for a comfortable stay. We are already looking forward to next year! Best, Charlie, Jack, and Mia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jim O.

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

Basic, Not Well Maintained

TV had to be 30 years old. No WiFi. Didn't understand baskets of seriously old magazines around the house especially when property is so small and space is at a premium. We had booked two nights but left after one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee D.

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

Cute cabin for 2

My friend and I came up for the Millinocket race. Diane reached out and made sure I had her phone number in case of any questions. Cabin was a great location, right off the highway and gas close by. Saw deer both mornings right next to our cabin and a pretty sunrise over the pond across the street. Cabin had a nice welcome sign, Christmas Tree, and heat turned up for us upon arrival. Blankets provided were warm and cozy. Really enjoyed our cozy cabin for breakfast and reheating leftovers after the race was very convenient. On the map it looked far way, but the commute to Millinocket really wasn't that bad. Ventured up to Milli on Friday night for bib pickup, craft fair, the parade, and dinner. Advice: If you're running the race, bring a change of clothes and you can change at the high school in Millinocket (showers too if you want), otherwise I personally think the cabin is a bit too far when you are soaked and frozen. Change ASAP!! Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Excellent cabins for canoeing/kayaking/fishing the Penobscot Region. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast or bass fisherman, this is the spot to rest your head at night. This area is known for its smallmouth bass fishing. It didn’t disappoint. The cabin is a cabin. Nothing fancy. It had all that was needed. Just bring your food and charcoal! The canoes were sufficient. Our butts were sore after three to four hours of fishing. So, we came back to eat and regroup. There’s not much too do besides outdoorsy stuff. So, you’re on your own if you want to go dancing. My brother and I did some exploring of other areas close by. Greenbush has flat water that is good for canoeing and fishing also. I was able to research via the Penobscot River Canoe Trail website. Very good info. We also went up to Mattewamkeag Wilderness Park in Mattewamkeag. Bring your fly rod or spinning tackle. We hiked around the few pull offs on the 9 mile dirt road. We fished many riffles and pools. We fished right from the rivers edge but you could wade in, if you wanted to. I don’t think the smallmouth bass have ever seen a bucktail fly, spoon or rooster tail. We caught so many 12-14” smallmouth bass but really got into a few good sized smallmouths from 16-19”. Overall, there weren’t too many people out on Merrill Brook or the Penobscot. You’ll have the fishing all to yourself.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tong Y.

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

stayed for a weakend

The location was great, you could do fishing, boating, etc..The cleanliness of the property was not good, the 1st bath towel I used had strong musty smell, the cabin had sort of crawl space smells as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody A.

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

Perfect for what we needed

Good place to stay for our short visit to Maine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tracy L.

Not a good couple days...

The Google directions took me to the owners residence which had rude political signs in the windows & a Confederate flag on their barn. There was a big hole in the kitchen door curtain. There we're exposed plastic pipes in the quasi finished bathroom. The back/side door only opened from outside! There was no lampshade on one lamp, the other lamp & the heater had to be plugged into a closet. Under the kitchen sink smelled strongly of mold. There was a message about no open fires on the listing saying you had to use the fire ring, but it wasn't a normal camp fire ring. It was a huge ring so far away with no area for a cozy fire . It was so huge, it looked like it was meant for a story high bonfire. No romantic fires in the evening which is half the fun of camping for my guys.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great Place to Stay !!

Great place to stay in the Howland area. Outstanding fishing right out your door is an added bonus !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

denise c.

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

Very relaxing

Cabin was adorable. Had everything we needed except no glasses/wine glasses. Very clean,nothing fancy but so relaxing. There’s 3 cottages-two have 5 twins and one double and ours had2 doubles. Only complaint is antiquated tv. Time for an update! Overall great trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great getaway

Very relaxing charming cabin dogs enjoyed the water. Owners are right there if you need anything. Great place to recharge we will be back in the winter to do some snowmobile riding we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Excellent stay

Was so peaceful, and owners were very accommodating!! Loved it. 2nd stay there, and will go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

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

Cozy, Quiet Cabin!

A cute and comfortable cabin. More than happy with our stay. No complaints. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

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

Great place to go and its very quiet

We had a great time! Owners are very friendly, and if we needed anything, they were right there to take care of it. We are going for a week next year Don & Sheila Penney
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

great spot

(I submitted another review already). These are lovely cabins
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

rustic, charming and peaceful

Lovely, comfy and rustic cabins at the intersection of Merrill Brook and the Penobscot River. The cabins are right at the end of a quiet residential area, with lovely waterways and woods in one direction, yet easy access to Route 95. You feel like you are mostly in the woods, with a peaceful boat launch across the road. We loved sitting by the brook and by the river. Great place for a campfire, for quiet walks and for boating. The cabins are rustic, which was more than fine for us. They were well insulated as the nights got colder and comfortable on the warmer days. The owners were always available and helpful. We had a wonderful time and will go back for sure.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

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