Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake!

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A log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, and mounted animal heads.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a bear mounted on the ceiling.
A cozy log cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.
A log cabin with a wooden deck, a hammock, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Branch Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free internet
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ellsworth, ME
  • Place, Branch Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Telephone Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master BR

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Bucksport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Branch Lake and Goose Pond. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Branch Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Telephone Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 25 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 32 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 45 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lucerne Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Patisserie&bistro&fırın - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Curter Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Green Lake Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Eaten Alive Alleyway - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! ?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! on 23 Jun 2027 start from £2,552, 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.

How much is parking at Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Life Lodge- enjoy Maine Lakefront Luxury on Branch Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Branch Lake and Telephone Museum. Goose Pond is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fun place to stay! The family's favorites were fishing, kayaking, swimming, making smores and catching frogs. The house was well stocked and comfortable. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
It was such a pleasure having you and your family stay at our property. We are thrilled to know you loved it as much as we do! We hope you return for another fun Maine vacation. We highly recommend this wonderful family! They cared for our home and property as if it was their own. Very thoughtful and kind. Wonderful communication. They left our home and property in fabulous condition. :)
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10/10 Excellent

Great location - we had the best vacation

We loved the location - it was quiet but still close to Bar Harbor and lots of activities. The kids loved the lake for swimming and fishing. The house was one of the cleanest house we have rented. It was the perfect set up for two families. The kitchen and family room in the middle with bedrooms off on both sides.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you again in the near future. Jesse & Tammy
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10/10 Excellent

BEST SUMMER RENTAL EXPERIENCE EVER!

The house at Branch Lake was one of the best decisions we've ever made. We decided to combine a 50th birthday celebration with our summer vacation and were so lucky to stumble upon this home and the terrific owners, Tammy and Jesse. They are easily two of the best owners we have ever dealt with. They could not have been more helpful, accommodating, knowledgeable and helpful and did everything to assure our stay was perfect. Their home is the perfect getaway; a classy, rustic cabin, that's spacious yet comfortable; impeccably clean, stocked with everything you could possibly need and more. The lake out back is a wonder to explore by yourself on a kayak or with family.We enjoyed many days playing on the lake, grilling outdoors, reading quietly at night and using the cabin as a base to explore everything from Acadia National Park, to Ellsworth to Bar Harbor. If you love lobster, don't miss asking the owners to bring over a couple of lobsters from a family member who provided us with 3 of the best lobsters we have ever had...in our lives!!! They even provide you with a lobster pot, bibs, lobster crackers and everything you need to have a true Maine lobster experience. This house is everything you could wish for on a vacation to Maine; only made better by two of the nicest people we have ever met. Don't miss this place! It'll provide you with memories for years to come!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
It was such a pleasure meeting you and your family! We are always so happy to hear that our guests are enjoying our home. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Everything a vacation should be and more

This house is perfect for vacation. The kids all caught fish, frogs and turtles and loved every minute of being on the lake. Easy day trips to Bar Harbor and Acadia and nice to come back to relax by a fire. The owners were very sweet and responsive when we had a question. We wishes we had booked two weeks. We've already recommended this house to others and just left today.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

clean, well stocked, light filled

A lovely place for us to spend two weeks with the grandkids. Just what we wanted - and got!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful! Loved Branch Lake, Maine

We loved our stay on Branch Lake. The home was clean and spacious, had comfortable beds (King & Queen), and had everything you could need for the kitchen. I loved having the full size washer/dryer in the basement. My kids loved catching frogs and fish in the Lake. Beautiful views of the Lake! The owners are wonderful to work with and have a done an amazing job of making it feel like "home". This is a great location for sight seeing Maine. You won't be disappointed! We hope to come back soon!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Simply, the best!

This was our second year to stay in this fabulous property, owned and managed by the best owners we have ever dealt with. We are fortunate to be able to travel a great deal, and we stay in some really nice places. As far as rental homes go, this is the BEST anywhere. Tammy and Jesse, you make the place what it is, fabulous! We are going to Europe for two weeks next summer and decided we would forgo Maine next year, but after last week we are reconsidering! The end of July is looking pretty good. This is by far the most relaxing vacation we take every year. Being on the shallow end or the lake, the water is warmer and zero entry into the water is perfect for the kids. They caught turtles, frogs and countless fish! Jack fished 12 hours a day. Thanks for the great hospitailty and for sharing your "home". Steve, Jennifer, Jack and Emma
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10/10 Excellent

We had a blast!

We just got back from our Maine family vacation a few days ago and we all had a great time at this lovely house. We had a total of 9 people, 2 couples, 2 seniors, a 6 years old child and 2 teenage boys. There were enough bedrooms and sleeping areas to accommodate everyone and the house came with every thing we needed to cook/eat with. The wildlife we encountered at the house was amazing, we saw bald eagles, beavers, a mink, loons, and ducklings. We loved using the kayak and canoe that come with the house to explore the lake. The kids enjoyed catching frogs, crawfish and everyone enjoyed fishing. The fire pit was a very nice touch. We all enjoyed setting up camp fires and roasting marshmallows at night. If you enjoy being with nature, this is a very nice place to enjoy it with your family. Although the house was close to an hour drive to Acadia National Park, we made the trip there 4 out of the 7 days we were there. Go, the drive is worth it! The drive itself was very pleasant and scenic. Acadia is AMAZING. We were overall very happy with this house and owners hospitality. They were both very responsive and helpful. Can't wait to return to this wonderful house.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Summer Vacation Property

This is our second time at this location and we enjoyed ourselves again. It is a great property located on a nice lake away from the busy tourist areas surrounding Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The cabin is located just outside downtown Ellsworth making the location far enough away from the busy areas but close enough to shop. The cabin is clean, exceptionally maintained and in a great location. The cabin is rustic with a great outdoor theme that fits in well with the lake. Since the last time, they installed air conditioners in the rooms. This was a nice amenity since the temperatures were a little warmer than we had expected. The cabin has everything you need for a family and the addition of the washer and dryer reduced the amount of clothing we needed to bring with us. The cabin was like staying at home except a lot more relaxing. We have no complaints about the quality or condition of the cabin or any of the furnishings. We rented the boat and had a great time exploring and fishing on the lake. The entire family enjoyed canoeing, kayaking and fishing. The lake had very little activity and was quiet. Our 10 year old was a little reluctant to swim in the lake because of the grass and plants but once she got in she enjoyed herself. The water was about 70 degrees, clear and the depth near the dock about 2-3 feet. Swimming in the deeper water was like swimming in a pool except you were surrounded by various fish e.g. perch, bluegill, etc. Excellent fishing from the boat and the dock. The entire family looked forward to late afternoon bass fishing. The bass fishing on Branch Lake is excellent once you learn the trick. Catching smallmouth and largemouth bass in the 2-4 pound range was a daily event. Excellent fishing! The owner is very friendly and easy to work with. We had to make some adjustments to our travel schedule and the owner was more than accomodating. She checked in with us once we arrived to ensure we had everything. Again, the owner is fantastic to work with. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice outdoor lake vacation away from the normal tourist traps. This is a great alternative to busy Bar Harbor area but close enough that you can make day trips to shop, eat and hike. This was a great vacation that our family continues to enjoy.
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10/10 Excellent

Great getaway

Tammy and Jess have a fantastic home on a really serene lake. The house was exactly as described and met all our expectations. The week we stayed was 95 degrees everyday, so really appreciated the air conditioning. Couple of tips (not negative, just details for those planning a trip to the area): - The location is fantastic for a quiet getaway and staying close by. But be aware that restaurants are at least 20min away (apart from a great farmers market/store 5min down the road). - The house has a/c in the bedrooms, but not in the main living room/kitchen, so temps during the evening got to 83 when we wanted to sit and relax and read, watch a movie, etc. Not a deal-breaker, just meant we had to spend more in the bedroom. All-in-all a great experience, everything was as explained in the description and Tammy and Jess were very helpful on activities and suggestions. Would definitely recommend a visit to their house for other vacationers.
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10/10 Excellent

A Fabulous Rental

My family traveled from New York City to stay in this home for two weeks in August. Being on the peaceful lake was the perfect antidote to our hectic city life. My kids adored catching frogs every morning, fishing and taking the canoe and kayak out. Branch Lake doesn't have a public boat launch, so the lake is very quiet, beautiful and serene. The house was in impeccable condition and absolutely clean and fresh. Every detail was thought out and the house was very well stocked. The owners were lovely to work with- warm, friendly, accommodating and very quick to respond when we had questions. They even returned our security deposit on the day we left, so we did not have to wait. I highly recommend this rental property.
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10/10 Excellent

A true Maine lakefront treasure on Branch Lake!

We had the pleasure to vacation at this spectacular property with our 3 children (ages 11, 5, 3), and our parents (we won't mention their ages). We were a bit nervous booking a property without visiting it first, but upon our arrival, found everything to be just as described by the owners--but better! We have stayed in many lakeside rentals, and found this one to be by the best. This property has it all, and everything far exceeded our expectations. The home is beautiful, well appointed, and extremely clean. The home was nicely decorated too- the taxidermy on the walls is amazing. We've never stayed in such a spotless lakeside rental home. The property is perfect for families- there is no specific beach, but there is a nice, easy slope into the lake--no big drop-off to it, or ledges to climb down to access it. There is a bit of sandy frontage near the lake. There is also a large dock leading to the deeper areas.The lake is gorgeous--it's in a quiet cove, warm, shallow water with a mix of some rocks, sand, lily pads, and wildlife. This is an unspoiled natural lakefront despite being located on a populated lake. We were surprised at how peaceful it was here. They were having record high temps during our visit so we really enjoyed the lake and the home a/c units.We all enjoyed the lake--our kids basically lived in it during our stay. They swam, splashed, snorkled, fished, and caught frogs. The kids had a blast hand-feeding sunfish hiding in the water weeds near the dock. Fishing and wildlife viewing are amazing here! We watched a bald eagle, fish jumping, turtles, loons, deer, ducks...right from the patio and dock. We used the 2-person kayak, canoe,and rented the motorboat to explore the lake --lots of fun! The owners were fantastic--very friendly & accommodating--great people to deal with. We had the best vacation at this property and look forward to booking again next summer. Thank you to the owners for making our Maine vacation simply the BEST. Great memories were made at your property. Thank you for sharing it with us. We can't wait to come back!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you. We are glad you enjoyed your vacation at our lakefront property, and hope to see you again in the near future.
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10/10 Excellent

Thank you for a wonderful vacation!

Our family had an amazing time during our stay at the cabin on Branch Lake. The cabin was extremely clean and comfortable with all the amenities I needed for my family. I personally loved having air conditioning for my kids with allergies, and I know this is hard to find in Maine. The decor and mounts completed the rustic cabin in the woods feel inside, but once you stepped outside, you were transported to the "lakehouse" feel. For us it was the perfect mix. There are other camps on the lake all around, but at no point was it ever loud or bothersome. In fact it was actually very quiet. My husband and I would sit on the dock and enjoy our morning coffee marveling at how peaceful it was. I also like the proximity to the Maine shore, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park and other coastal Maine towns. We would often get up and fish right off the dock for a little while (the fishing was great!), head out somewhere for a little while and then come back to enjoy the lake some more. There were a few loons that would visit the cove frequently that were so fun to watch. We also saw a bald eagle fly overhead and saw a doe with her 2 fawns munching on the flowers just outside the kitchen window. The memories of the time fishing, swimming and exploring the lake by our dock and climbing on and hopping on the rocks were by far my kids favorite times during the entire vacation (they are 10 and 7). We rented the motorized boat to explore the larger part of the lake outside of our cove, but found ourselves most content just kayaking and exploring closer to the cabin where the fishing was amazing. My kids loved putting on their swim masks and watching the fish swim around their feet...it was a very memorable vacation that will last a lifetime. Thank You!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for choosing our property for your vacation. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our home and lake as much as we do! We take great pride in our home and property, and look forward to sharing it with our guests. We hope that you will get the chance to return again to our lakefront property in the near future.
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