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Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River

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A lakeside park with wooden benches and a fire pit.
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A cabin with a porch, steps, and an American flag.
A cabin interior with two wooden beds, a dresser, and a large wooden ceiling.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a stove, microwave, refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Howland, ME
  • Place, Lincoln Memorial Library
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Bangor Mall
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Maine
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Millinocket, ME (MLT-Millinocket Municipal)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
Merrill Brook Cabins - Bear Den cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River

About the neighborhood

Howland

Located in Howland, this cabin is on the waterfront. Mt. Jefferson is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Penobscot River and Mattanawcook Pond. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Howland, ME

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Memorial Library - 20 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Mattanawcook Pond - 20 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Bangor Mall - 28 min drive - 62.8 km
  • University of Maine - 31 min drive - 58.9 km
  • Husson University - 32 min drive - 68.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River on Nov 2, 2026 start from $112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Merrill Brook Cabins - Eagle's Nest cabin on Merrill Brook & Penobscot River 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. Mattanawcook Pond and Schoodic Lake 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. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication. Easy check in and out. Cute little cabin across from the river. Clean and equipped with what you need for your hunting, fishing, or riding trip. Toasty warm and a hot shower which seems basic but if you’ve ever stayed in other cabins you know is not! Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Want to be back there already. Beautiful setting with large trees and brook and river view. Recommend highly. Owners and managers are there if you need them but other we use you have things to yourself. Love this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic and just how the listing stated. The cabin was spotless and the comfort that I felt was amazing. If you want somewhere that is peaceful and quiet this is the best!!!! Russ and Heather were awesome hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin had everything you need for a relaxing getaway on the water. Fishing was great on Merril brook and scenery was beautiful. Supplied canoes were a huge plus. The new owners were awesome and you can tell they started updating the cabins including new TVs. Would suggest for a peaceful fishing trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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 review

4/10 Poor

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

4/10 Poor

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect spot! Beautiful river views and Heather and Russ are super nice and responsive! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and quiet, relaxing cabin. Lovely view of the lake. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

6/10 Okay

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
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