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Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min

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A living room with a brown sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp. There are two windows with blinds, a wall-mounted TV, and a radiator.
Room
Dining
A single-story house with a gray siding exterior, a white front door, and two flower planters on either side of the entrance.
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Oakland, ME
  • Place, Messalonskee Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Augusta Civic Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Crib, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min

In Oakland, find your ideal retreat in this lovely two-bedroom getaway. Nestled just a 10-minute drive from the renowned Colby College, this cozy retreat offers all the comforts you crave for an unforgettable getaway.

Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a washing machine and dryer, and 3 smart TV’s to keep you entertained. The fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and more, allows you to easily prepare delicious meals. Unwind in the living room or step outside to the outdoor play area and patio furniture.

Whether you're seeking a relaxing escape or an adventure-filled trip, this property has it all. Explore the nearby attractions, then return to the comfort of your home base, complete with essential amenities like air conditioning, heating, and linens. With a desk and chair for remote work, games and books for the whole family, and a travel crib for little ones, this vacation home is designed to meet all your needs.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please wipe out the popcorn maker if used.
Please shut off the heat pumps if used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4127514vb
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

Oakland

Located in Oakland, this holiday home is near a water park. Messalonskee Lake and Belgrade Lakes Chain reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts and First Congregational Church. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Oakland, ME

What's nearby

  • Messalonskee Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Colby College - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Kennebec River - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Waterville Opera House - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 18 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Korner Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Discover Oakland charm near Colby College 10 min located?

This family-friendly Oakland holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Messalonskee Lake and Belgrade Lakes Chain. Tree Spirits is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very clean. Host was wonderful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfy. A pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally clean and comfortable unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gray D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This spot was ideal as a hub for my stay near Colby College. Clean, quiet and well-equipped.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice unit! Everything was immaculate! The hosts were great to communicate with and proactive with check in info. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

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

Wonderful stay close to everything!

New, clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karena M.

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

Perfect overnight stay

We needed a local place to stay overnight and this was perfect - clean, cozy, and comfortable. The owner was very responsive and went out of her way to accommodate us on short notice. Thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just what we were looking for. There were no problems and everything was very quiet and clean. It was convenient to get to our location and event. Thank you for the
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the top 3 of Vrbo's that I have stayed at. The house has everything you will need (including an old-fashioned wheeled popcorn popper!). I was very impressed by the quality of everything. And the host Diane was super helpful and friendly. Thanks again Diane!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Softball Tournament

I would highly recommend this beautiful rental to anyone. Brand new, super clean , all necessities ( down to complimentary shampoo/ conditioner)A lot of bang for your buck! Host was absolutely amazing to work with .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was great The unit was very nice The only problem we had was the smell of the detergent used. Our problem not the unit. We have a sensitivity to strong scents. But our stay was great
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
House very clean and convenient location for what we had going on.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sabrina A.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Diane

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Hi I have lived in the beautiful State of Maine my whole life. I love to travel, preferably by the ocean. My time spent with family is the most precious thing to me. I’m am obsessed with flowers. I enjoy being a host, meeting new people, sharing stories, and making new ones.

Why they chose this property

This is a quiet and serene place. From resting within the soothing apartment to sitting out on the master bedroom balcony taking in nature’s beautiful.

What makes this property unique

This property has a country setting and within 5 minutes can be in the city. It’s close to Colby College, Thomas College, Waterville, Augusta, Alfond, interstate. Opera house, and Belgrade Lakes.

Languages:

English, Hungarian

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