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Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View

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A wooden deck with two rocking chairs facing a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A cozy room with a round wooden table, two sofas, and a chair, with large windows offering a view of greenery and a distant landscape.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a lake.
A wooden interior with a sofa, ottoman, and a round table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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St. Albans, ME
  • Place, Great Moose Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Sebasticook Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wassookeag
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View


Welcome to our lakeside camp in the heart of Central Maine! Located on the shores of Big Indian Lake in St. Albans, ME, our home has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a large living room, newly remodeled kitchen, and decks. We've just completed tons of upgrades to take advantage of this quite, comfortable spot to enjoy a fantastic view in a great location for fishing, boating, or just relaxing and listening to the loons call.

There are two bedrooms upstairs; one has a queen-sized bed with a brand new deck facing the lake, the other has twin bunk beds with a lake-facing balcony. The third bedroom is downstairs and has a queen-sized bed with a sliding door right out onto the main deck.

If you're interested in fishing, the lake is home to bass, perch, bluegill, and pickerel all catchable from shore or off our dock. There is also a canoe and kayaks available for use if you'd like to get out onto the lake.

The camp is about 45 minutes from Bangor, 1 hour and 45 minutes from Portland, and 2 hours from Bar Harbor.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests may not occupy RVs parked on the property. All guests must sleep in the house and may not exceed 8 total.
We have a video security system that monitors exterior portions of the property. Guests may not disable or obscure any portion of this system.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1119778vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Saint Albans

Saint Albans is home to this holiday home. Great Moose Lake and Sebasticook Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Skowhegan State Fairgrounds and Piscatiquis County Ice Arena.
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St. Albans, ME

What's nearby

  • Great Moose Lake - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Sebasticook Lake - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
  • JW Parks Golf Course - 17 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Lake Wassookeag - 20 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Kennebec River - 30 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mammies Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Foggy's Pub - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Bakery And Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Side Of The Road Part 1000000000000 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Long Grain - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Camp with an Amazing View located?

Situated in Saint Albans, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Great Moose Lake, Sebasticook Lake and Lake Wassookeag. JW Parks Golf Course is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great stay! The house was clean and well-stocked. We really enjoyed all the kayaks, the float, and all the outdoor spaces. The swim area is a bit grassy so be prepared for that. The lake has a good amount of fish. Our hosts were good communicators when we had questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Was very pleased with the property would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From booking, to arriving, and checking out everything was easy! Great communication and gorgeous spot! So nice and quiet, all the amenities, clean and easy to find. We are even discussing coming back next year already.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect 4th of July

Could not have been happier with our stay! The house was beautiful, clean and had all the amenities one needs! Cant wait to stay there again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place by the water

It has a graet view of the water. Very nice place. We got home from ice fishing there and already have talked about staying in the summer
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable

This home is very comfortable, very updated and very cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This house sits perfectly within the trees and right on the lake. It was quiet and relaxing, exactly what we needed. Our kids and dog enjoyed playing in the water, fishing, and kayaking. The house is very clean and spacious and comes with all the amenities. Highly recommend this house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy perfection

It is a sweet little spot on a peaceful pond. The camp is loaded with everything you need, and then some. Everyone from ages 13 to 70 had a blast. And the loon serenades put it over the top.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A clean, comfortable, cozy place to stay!

It was a lovely camp with a great view! When considering renting 27 Sparrow I missed the part where it said no air conditioning. Thankfully we had cool weather so it was not an issue. That would be the only reason we would hesitate to book mid summer. Everything else was fantastic! It's a very special property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Maine spot!

We had an absolutely wonderful week here. We are a family of 5 with 3 young kids. The house was completely family friendly—no big breakables, booster seat/high chair, pack and play, even kids plates and silverware! We really enjoyed using the 2 kids and adult kayaks, paddle boat and even the canoe. It was so nice to not have the hassle of bringing our own kayaks. I even brought the kids life jackets just in case—but our kids liked the selection at the house better. Our kids caught dozens of fish, even a large mouthed bass right off the dock. The space inside is very well updated with a full size gas range, dishwasher, fridge and every thing you could need for cooking/baking, including cooking oil and spices. It’s on a dead end road to with minimal to no traffic and friendly neighbors surrounding. We truly had the best time here—thank you Macdonald family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House, Beautiful View

We rented this property while we attended a wedding. It was a beautiful spot to reconnect with our local family and relax too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to get away & enjoy time together as a family

We really enjoyed staying here for 5 nights, appreciating the beautiful views of the lake and the beginnings of autumn in Maine. The location was close enough for a day trip to Acadia National Park, a definite "must see" if you have the opportunity. The communication with the owner was clear and timely.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly homey central Maine

I felt very welcomed and comfortable. It is such a beautiful spot, and even though the neighbors aren't far, it felt very secluded and peaceful. I enjoyed cooking meals with my music playing by Alexa. And I enjoyed a couple of movie nights (after a campfire) using the smart TV. Thank you very much for sharing your family home, and giving my friend and I respite from the world!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent camp

We enjoyed our stay on Big Indian! The camp was well supplied with everything you would need! It was very clean and my kids loved fishing, boating and swimming to the floating dock! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short getaway

Everything was perfect, and the entire family had a wonderful time. The house and property were clean, comfortable, and inviting. Though we just stayed put, the owner, Emily, had a binder full of suggestions of things to do and places of interest. The rooms were comfortable, the dining area, kitchen, and living area were cozy and open, and allowed for everyone to do their own thing while close by. There were plenty of things to do on the lake, and we spent a lot of time swimming, fishing, using the paddle boat, and jumping off the raft that was anchored a distance from the pier. Overall a great experience, and though there was ample wifi and tv/media options, we found ourselves spending most of our time either outside, cooking, or working on puzzles. Will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent getaway

The cottage is spacious and comfortable, with a great view of the lake.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

The cabin was nice and clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend

Loved the place going back this weekend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

This is a perfect spot to run away from your everyday life. Very quiet and relaxing. Our kids (7 and 5yo) loved it, enjoyed fishing and Boardwalk in Corinna. House is great and view is absolutely amazing. The gift from the owners was a very nice touch. I definitely recommend it and I hope we well come back to this beautiful place in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

long weekend

Had a great long weekend in February. Plenty of room for 4 adults and 2 kids. We were able to xc ski, ice fish and snowshoe. Hope to come back either during the summer or next winter
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A cozy getaway

We needed a winter getaway with our 2 kids, and this camp was a nice break from reality! Very impressed with the bedrooms- they were super comfortable and very clean. The kids loved the bunk beds! Nice furniture throughout the whole camp. Very clean, well put together. The whole reservation/check in process was smooth and easy, helping to make a last minute trip well worth it and do-able.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House w/ Great View!

House was very clean and well kept. Stayed here with five other friends and we were very well accommodated. Lake was beautiful. Would totally recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Clean cozy camp on the lake, what more could you ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Incredible !!

One of the best stay you can ever have. The house, the lake the ammenities, the cleaniness, everything was top notch. We had planned to visit Acadia National Park but we liked the house so much that we spent the whole day kayaking and burning the fire in firepit. They had everything that you can think of. Very well managed property and we made lot of memories here and the kids enjoyed the time as well. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway!

This lake-side home has a beautiful view, and is nestled in a peaceful location. We had everything we needed. Boats were great, the fire pit was awesome, and we had a great time! The house is even equipped with an Amazon Echo (this was a fun touch!). The upgraded spaces in this home were pretty and had a nice rustic feel. This family has put a great deal of thought and energy into creating a hospitable stay for their guests. The kitchen, and it’s contents could use updating/replacing. Thank you for an enjoyable stay! Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Emily Macdonald

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The camp at 27 Sparrow Drive has been in the family since the lot was purchased in 1987. Upon initial inspection of the single-wide trailer that occupied the current location of the camp, my husband, who was 10 years old at the time, declared "this place is a dump!" He wasn't wrong, but in the last 5 years, our family has made an intentional effort to make things SO MUCH better while still retaining the cozy, rustic feel of the place. After a catastrophic flood in January 2022, we embarked on our biggest renovation yet, with a whole new kitchen, dining room, and living room.

Why they chose this property

Our camp has an absolutely amazing view of the western skyline, which makes for spectacular sunset and evenings by the fire. The location is quiet, and secluded, yet only a mile from the general store in St. Albans and 10 miles from the shopping center in Newport, ME. We're an hour and a half from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, ME.

What makes this property unique

We offer a completely newly remodeled kitchen, with new appliance including a full size gas range and dishwasher, and fridge and microwave. Your rental includes access to a canoe and kayaks with a variety of sized life jackets ranging from infant to size adult XXL.

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