10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Scott B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bethel, ME
- Sunday River
- Papoose Pond10 min drive
- Kezar Lake14 min drive
- Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bonus Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Living Room
1 Double Futon
Sunroom With Water View
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sweet waterfront cottage, stunning sunsets, private, sleeps 4-8
Nestled among the tall pines on the shore of Proctor pond sits this sweet cottage with all the conveniences of home. This is one of only a few homes on this large, clean, tranquil pond and it features a private dock, 200’ of private waterfront and use of kayaks, a paddle board, pedal boat and more. Paddle or swim at sunset or enjoy the view from the large deck or sunroom with views of the water. Kid and pet friendly with a pack n play, books, games and USCG life jackets of all sizes. If you want to venture out you are just 20 minutes from skiing or mountain biking at Sunday River and Mt Abram and the villages of Bethel and a Norway, with shops, restaurants and more. Inside the main house you’ll find one bedroom with a queen bed, a full kitchen and bathroom and a living room and sunroom with two sleeper sofas. A bonus bedroom with 2 twin beds is located in the detached garage building. It has localized heating and used seasonally. Come enjoy the beauty and tranquility of this rare private setting.
Property manager
Cynara Cannatella
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
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
About the area
Bethel
Located in Bethel, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Bethel Historical Society and Dr. Moses Mason House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mt. Abram and The Zone. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bethel, ME
What's nearby
- Papoose Pond - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Kezar Lake - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
- Mt. Abram - 42 min drive - 41.7 km
- Oxford Casino - 45 min drive - 47.2 km
- Fryeburg Fairgrounds - 49 min drive - 46.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Aj's Everything - 3 min drive
- Brisson's Trading Post - 12 min drive
- Springers General Store - 12 min drive
- Di Cocoa Market - 12 min walk
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Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Penny T.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little getaway with friends
Penny T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bridgette N.
26 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Restful Stay in a Beautiful Area
Bridgette N.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ann C.
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Ann C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amber R.
12 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Amber R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zachary C.
18 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waterfront getaway in the woods of Maine
Zachary C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amber R.
17 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway!
Amber R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Faith M.
12 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace at the lake.
Faith M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gail S.
26 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking View
Gail S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda W., Springvale, Maine
3 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Cottage by the Lake. Awesome Screened-in Porch :)
Linda W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bonny B.
22 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bonny B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deanna P.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Deanna P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bridgette N.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Family Looks Forward to This Stay!
Bridgette N.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Luanne F.
22 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Luanne F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
erin m.
13 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Procter Pond
erin m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
17 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Michael K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Cynara Cannatella
We are a couple of moms, 3 kids, and a whole bunch of pets living happily in rural maine, about 30 minutes from the pond cottage. We love paddling, swimming, hiking, skiing, sledding and ice skating and feel lucky to live in a place where we can enjoy the outdoors all year long.
Why they chose this property
Our sweet cottage is so peaceful and private and we feel our shoulders start to release some tension as we turn onto the long wooded road that leads to the house. The sunroom is our favorite room. We sit here reading, knitting, doing puzzles, listening to podcasts while we chat, enjoy the water views and look for loons and moose out on the pond. Our kids discovered their love for swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking here and we can watch them from lots of cozy spots for grown-ups to perch. The large pond is very sparsely populated with only a few houses bordering it. The pond itself is very calm, clean and there is no strong current.
We find the natural setting to be so healing, especially when accompanied by a washer/dryer, excellent water pressure, central heat / window air conditioners and full kitchen. We love how secluded the cottage feels while being only 20 minutes from Bethel and Norway centers, excellent restaurants and so many fun activities.
We find the natural setting to be so healing, especially when accompanied by a washer/dryer, excellent water pressure, central heat / window air conditioners and full kitchen. We love how secluded the cottage feels while being only 20 minutes from Bethel and Norway centers, excellent restaurants and so many fun activities.
What makes this property unique
Private dock, wildlife, use of kayaks, life jackets, paddle board, pedal boat.
Also BONUS BEDROOM! There is a lovely bedroom with two twin beds in a newly finished room in the detached (but very close) garage. We have not yet used this room in winter and it has a convection panel heater so we are considering it a 1 Bedroom for the colder months. During the warmer months it is a great spot for extra guests.
Also BONUS BEDROOM! There is a lovely bedroom with two twin beds in a newly finished room in the detached (but very close) garage. We have not yet used this room in winter and it has a convection panel heater so we are considering it a 1 Bedroom for the colder months. During the warmer months it is a great spot for extra guests.
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