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Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd.

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A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a rug with animal prints.
A lodge with a green roof, a red building, and a wooden deck by a lake.
A chair with a bear-themed fabric upholstery, positioned in a room with wooden flooring and a wooden door in the background.
A lake with a dock and a boat, surrounded by trees.
A wooden house with a stone wall, a dock with kayaks, and a calm body of water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located on the beach, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 10 guests. It includes 1 hot tub, video games, and outdoor spaces like a balcony and deck. Enjoy lake views while engaging in activities such as motorboating, hiking, and kayaking. Explore nearby attractions like Toddy Pond and the Jonathan Buck Monument.

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Toddy Pond
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub on site
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Orland, ME
  • Place, Toddy Pond
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bear room

1 King Bed

Deer Room

1 King Bed

Moose room

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Queen Bed

Office 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd.

Beautiful very private camp, 30 feet from the lake! Heart Pond Best swimming around warm water. Large living room and dining room with water view. Watch the kids swim, or kayak. 3 bedrooms with water view and air conditioning. 1 private bonus room with a queen bed.1 Kids area with bunkbed for 3 and A/C in all 5 sleeping areas. All rooms animal themed for that down east Maine outdoor feel. 6 kayaks and 2 high quality paddle boards with paddles and life jackets for your use. Great Lake front getaway. 4 man spa on back deck. Last year swimming till middle of Oct. Southern view. High speed internet and Direct tv. Wildlife all around you. Close to shopping, 20 minutes from Super Walmart, 5 minutes to hiking trails. Fort Knox just down the road. This books quickly get your week now!
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2595458vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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

Orland

Located in Orland, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Northeast Historic Film and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jonathan Buck Monument and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory. 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 rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Orland, ME

What's nearby

  • Toddy Pond - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 30 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 36 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 37 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 43 min drive - 59.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hancock Pour House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Crosby's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart Lodge,slg fam sleeps 11, Lakefront great swimming / fishing kayaks, padbd. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orland holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Toddy Pond and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Alamoosook Lake. Bucksport Golf Club and Lower Patten Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in many places around the area and this was our favorite by far. Description was spot on. Views are better than pictures show. We forgot a fly rod at checkout and the host was very helpful in getting it back. Will be scheduling another stay at this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation

This was a great house for our family for a week of vacation. Plenty of room for everyone, great outdoor space. We enjoyed the kayaks and the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great clean lake and water toys. House had everything we needed.

Perfect for family vacation. Bring water shoes..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Family Vacation

Probably the most well furnished and accommodating property we have ever stayed at. Our group of 7 was totally comfortable and the outdoor activities and room options were perfect. Great accessibility to Acadia National Park to northeast and Camden/Rockland to South. Just an awesome stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2022
Thank you so much we are so glad you had a good time hope you can come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Our state was extremely comfortable and we had a wonderful time together as a family for the week. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second year there; this time for two weeks! Wonderful great size house for families lake was so beautiful and all the paddle boats. Stan as always very accommodating.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and fun stay for a multigenerational family vacation

<15 min drive to Bucksport for groceries and lobster shacks and fresh lobsters to do a lobster bake at the house. Nearby Big Chicken Barn antiques and books (<5 min north) was a fun way to spend a rainy afternoon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time !

Everything was great from booking to leaving ! The owners were awesome and the house was perfect ! Our kids in there twenties never wanted to leave ! Can’t wait to come back !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home and location

My family had a great time at Heart Lodge. The kids loved the trampoline, kayaks, and paddleboards. The house was spacious, clean, and had everything we needed. The location was also great - close to a grocery store and some restaurants, and not too far from Bar Harbor & Acadia (~45 minute drive).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Lodge Experience

Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location and so many activities/amenities

Absolutely loved our stay. We had multiple generations (great grandma down to a one-year-old) and everyone loved this beautiful lake house. The kayaks, paddleboards, trampoline/slide, and fishing poles were just the start. The kitchen was well-equipped, games and puzzles were handy for a rainy day, and the location is very convenient to all the places we wanted to visit. Very much recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

first family vacation

Excellent family vacation home and lake water quality. All lake toys, kitchen utensils were very nice. Suggest new mattresses for deer room and installing the ladder to water for easier access.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for staying! We work hard to make our home great. The mattresses you are referring to are brand new adjustable thematic. The ladder will not attach to that type of dock sorry about that. We will try and build one for next year. Please stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Spacious Lakefront Home

This is a Great Place . If it hadn't rained all week it would've been a BLAST, but we still had a good time. A beautiful setting and home with all the water toys and amenities. Primary bedroom has a balcony overlooking the lake and lower decks. Fun and romantic both. I definitely recomend this lovely VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

Property was clean, plenty of space and was better then expected. Heart pond is a perfect accent to this property. The house includes many items to the pond. Would definitely recommend this property, we traveled with 2 adults and 7 kids from age 10 to 20 and we enjoyed ourselves. Owner communicated very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five Stars Again!!!

This was our second time staying at Hearts Lodge and it topped our last stay two years ago which was great! The owners truly care and it shows on how well the home is equipped, maintained along with all the amenities that the owners provide. Hearts Pond has the best swimming and clean clear pond you can find! Whether you choose to relax at the pond as we did or venture to the surrounding area including Bucksport or Arcadia we highly recommend Hearts Lodge!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine Trip

This was awesome! The house was better than pictures. Loved the view. It was peaceful. Had a great time with the kayaks, three first timers. The pedal boards were interesting to say the least. Would recommend to everyone and if we ever get back this way, would return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heart lodge lakefront

This was a beautiful place to stay whether it's two people or 10 people. There was plenty of space for everybody, we enjoyed the swimming and the Crystal clear lake, we enjoyed our morning coffee on the decks, and we enjoyed the large dining table which allowed every one of us to sit with room to grow. We use the hot tub several times, the guys got to fish a little, and we played cards a lot. A perfect getaway to just enjoy the company and relax. The kitchen had just about every need met whether you we were baking or cooking a meal. It was just a wonderful stay. I hope that we get back somedaywere baking something or cooking a meal.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply Amazing

Our family had a hunt planned for the guys. The girls would be staying and relaxing at the house for the week. I searched for so long to find the right place for our family of 5- the Heart Lodge was absolutely the most perfect location! I can’t rate it enough stars, Stanley the owner was wonderful. He called to check to see if we needed anything at all and answered all of my questions very quickly with great recommendations:) We we’re here Thanksgiving week. The weather was great, cold but some days warm enough to enjoy kayaking and fishing from the dock. We loved the hot tub and was able to enjoy it before it was closed for the season! There is everything you could ever need here. The kitchen is stocked perfectly, plenty of towels, sheets and beach towels! We loved that everyone had there own room and our teenage boys each had a king size bed! The 2 sets of washer and dryers were so useful and made it easy for upstairs and downstairs laundry! The beds were the most comfortable we have ever had in any rental - adjustable mattresses to fit your comfort level! The tv worked great as well as the WiFi! We had a minivan and had no problems getting to and from the lodge! There was tons of closet space and each bedroom was huge! The views overlooking the pond (or lake as we called it) were breathtaking. 15-30 minute drive into Ellsworth, Bar Harbor and a few other sweet towns! The towns were so quaint and warm feeling! We loved some of the shopping in the area as well as the dining at the local restaurants! We also felt very safe here! We absolutely loved Maine, the simple life that is here and the Heart Lodge was such a warm and cozy location for our family to enjoy! Traveling from North Carolina, this place made it really hard to leave! We wished we had more time! Thank you Stanley for sharing your wonderful lodge by the water with our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location - wonderful property

Any negative comments about the state of the property must have been from before the renovation -- Every room in the house feels brand new. The view from the deck and the porch (and the hot tub) across Heart Pond (especially with the mist in the morning) are inspiring. Every bedroom except for the kids bunk beds has a view of the pond, so it can be the first thing you see every morning. The owner was responsive and helpful, although we didn't need anything during the stay. Overall, just the property we were looking for, for our fall foliage tour. Oh, and if you are looking for lobster, I recommend Wood's seafood Market in Bucksport, and Young's lobster pound in Belfast. Both had great prices and a wonderful selection.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tons of lake fun! Well-equipped, great location!

We just finished a 2-week stay at Stan's lakehouse and it was wonderful! This was our first trip to Maine (hubby, 14-year-old son, 12-year-old daughter, 81-year-old mother-in-law, and me.) I wanted a location that would be convenient for several day-trips to Acadia plus other coastal and inland areas *and* a place that would offer an abundance of activities on the days we stayed closer to "home." This house fit the bill on all counts. The kids spent multiple days playing in the lake (yes, even in September!). The floating trampoline was a big hit but the paddleboards & kayaks got lots of use too. I highly recommend an early morning kayak ride around Hart Pond. So peaceful. The hot tub was a nice bonus! The house itself was well-equipped. The kitchen had every gadget & small appliance I could think of - and then some! As a mom, I'm especially thankful for the crockpot & InstantPot. And TWO sets of washers & dryers mean I didn't have to come home to piles of laundry. Most importantly, the beds were very comfortable. We all slept well after long, active days. All of this at a very convenient location for accessing Acadia/ Bar Harbor, Castine/ Blue Hill, Camden... all less than an hour away. Boothbay Harbor approx 2 hours away. We never made it inland- but the drive to Moosehead Lake/ Greenville was mapping at 2 hours away. Stan was great at communicating and very quick to answer questions- but not intrusive. I highly recommend this home and would welcome the opportunity to stay again next time we're in Maine.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to stay

This property is beautifully maintained and equipped for family fun. It deserves the highest rating!! Thank you for a super vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Lakehouse

The house was newly renovated and very comfortable. The owner had a wonderful dock, kayaks, paddle boards , and a swim float. We spent as much time swimming and paddling on this crystal clear pond as we did hiking at nearby Acadia NP. This rental is a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we could ask for in a Maine rental house

We’ve been renting in Maine with friends for over 10 years (family of 4 and family of 5) and this rental had everything we could ask for - kayaks, paddle boards, elliptical paddle boards, fire pit, grills, hot tub, a/c in all the bedrooms, solid internet, 2 sets of washers and dryers, I could go on and on. At one point we lost power due to a downed power line nearby and Stan notified us right away. He also proactively made sure his well didn’t run out during a difficult Maine dry spell. The location was excellent and we spent time during the week in Camden, Ellsworth, Belfast, Deer Isle, Bucksport, and Orland. Finally, Heart Pond was clear and beautiful and the hike up Great Pond Mountain was well worth the views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

The property was just as advertised. A perfect place for our family vacation. The lake is amazing and the location was quiet yet situated where you can get anywhere and get anything you need. The owner is amazingly responsive and the house has everything you could need. Take advantage of the local seafood. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay at Heart Lodge

Can’t wait to go back! Was perfect for our two families. You can tell the owner really cares , the house was one the best equipped we have rented! The owner added so many extras from a water trampoline, hot tub, paddleboards,kayaks and a fire pit with plenty of wood. We loved hanging on the patio and swimming in the crystal clear water and then going to the hot tub. It was great to relax on comfortable furniture and watch Stranger Things on Netflix during the evening! No need to leave the house but it was nice to have restaurants and stores nearby in Bucksport which was nice little town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stanley Wilbur

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Stan and Theresa Wilbur have been in the rental business for over 25 years. This Lake Rental is a perfect addition to there great success. Growing up in Maine they were Highschool Sweethearts. Both have worked 3 jobs at a time most of their lives including, Commercial Diving, Masonry, Building Construction, Electronic tech, Jackson Lab Tech, Blueberry farmers, Martial Arts instructors, Wreath makers, Rentals of course. Faith in God has been foremost in their lives. Theresa is a Realtor with Realty of Maine. Serving others is a privilege for them. Read reviews on VRBO #181411 for more info on them.

Why they chose this property

Golf courses close by, Fort Knox only about 12 minutes away, Acadia National Park about 45 minutes away, great Restaurants 10 minutes away Awesome shopping close by, Ellsworth Hospital about 25 minutes away. Walmart, McDonalds, KFC, Dairy Queen, etc about 20 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

Hobe Paddle boards are rare to find and lots of fun more stable than others. Reg paddlebds and 4 Kayaks with paddles and life jackets. In Maine woods on one side Lake on the other, Large splake, and other fish in Lake, spring fed great swimming, Lots of wildlife around Eagles live on the lake. Water so pure some camps on the lake even drink the water right out of the Lake.

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