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Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond

Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond

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Overview of Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Otis, ME
  • Popular LocationBeech Hill Pond1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTelephone Museum36 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreen Lake45 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond

Situated on a very private rocky cove on Beech Hill Pond in Otis, Maine, the Golden Pond Cottage offers guests a unique slice of interior Maine lakefront.

This cottage is perched up in the pines and overlooks one of the most attractive, clear water ponds in Hancock County. The property's 2 acres provides two separate water access points, complete with docks, 1 canoe and 4 kayaks. Guests here will enjoy some the state's best fishing and swimming opportunities. Smallmouth bass and lake trout abound in this 1,200 acre pond and landlocked salmon are also routinely caught.

This cottage boasts sunset views, echoes of calling loons and a warm, cozy interior. The cottage is also a short 40 minute drive away from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, with all the wonderful sights, hiking and biking that Mount Desert Island has to offer.

The Golden Pond Cottage features three warm and inviting bedrooms, two full baths, cathedral living room, center waterside deck and spacious kitchen and dining area. The atmosphere here is pure country living, with an open interior, charming knotty pine walls and hardwood floors.

The centerpiece of the cottage is its cathedral living room with overlooking balcony, large gable windows and glass front fireplace. Its kitchen features a breakfast bar and water view dining area, and, like the living room, offers easy access to its center waterside deck through French doors.

Its large master bedroom features a queen size bed, and offers water and sunset views. Its guest rooms are cozy and decorated with country charm. One of the guest rooms offers a queen size bed and the other features a double bed. There is also a day bed provided on the balcony area for overflow sleeping. Also included are firewood, 2 TV's (YouTube TV and Roku), high speed Internet access, 2 cribs, 2 high chairs, washer, dryer, gas grill, linens, phone, paddles and life jackets. Guest's dogs are welcome here but smoking is not permitted in the cottage.

Rental Period: This cottage is available from the beginning of May to the end of October.

Rental rates cover the rent plus a cleaning after your stay (exit cleaning). The rental rate does not include the Maine State lodging tax or a separate refundable damage deposit. These amounts are added to the rental rate.

Rental Terms: 50% reservation deposit required.
Balance due 30 days prior to arrival.
$500 refundable deposit for damage/excessive cleaning costs.
Check-in 3:00 PM Saturday, Check-out 10:00 AM the following Saturday.

Arrive by car (Otis is 5 hours from Boston, 9 hours from NYC) or arrive by plane. Bar Harbor Airport is 35 minutes from the cottage (fly via US Air), Bangor International Airport is just 45 minutes away. The Portland Jetport is 3 hours away.

Property manager

Sue
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English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only, limit of 2. No cats.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No cats; dogs only
A separate rental agreement through Hearts of Maine is required
No smoking of any kind

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Beech Hill Pond and Chemo Pond, while Grand Theatre and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights. With jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Otis, ME

What's nearby

  • Beech Hill Pond - 1 min walk
  • Branch Lake - 34 min drive
  • Telephone Museum - 36 min drive
  • Cross Insurance Center - 43 min drive
  • Green Lake - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lucerne Inn - 37 min drive
  • Downeast Kettle Korn - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable lake home on pristine Beech Hill Pond located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Beech Hill Pond and within 16 miles (25 km) of Chemo Pond and Ellsworth Congregational Church. Ellsworth Historical Society and Ellsworth Public Library are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars all the way around
Our second time staying here and it’s just as special as ever. Truly peaceful and perfect in every way.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beech Hill Pond
Our stay was wonderful. The cottage was everything that was advertised and the property manager couldn’t have been more helpful! We had a wonderful vacation and look forward to coming again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine vacation
The property was a secluded cabin in the woods on a beautiful lake. Four kayaks and a canoe along with all the lifejackets you could want. Master room had a beautiful view. The only negatives were that the master bedroom mattress is not the most comfortable and the upstairs bathroom had no shower - only a bathtub. We drove to Acadia quite often and it was an hour drive. Close to a 1/2 hour drive for a grocery store but I would say the seclusion of the lake was probably worth the long drives. Great fishing - sunfish and bass.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay in Otis
We had a lovely, tranquil week staying at Sue's home in Otis. My partner, mother, grandmother and I had more than enough room in this spacious, two-floor house to play cards, cook together, and enjoy views of the lake. It rained most of the week, so we weren't able to take full advantage of the outdoors, but the house came with four kayaks, a canoe, paddles, and plenty of life jackets. Both Sue and the property manager were extremely kind and responsive. We ran into a few small issues during our stay and Sue was so quick to respond with helpful guidance! I do want to note that the house doesn't have potable water, but Sue provided three gallons of spring water, and we had no trouble boiling the tap water for our tea and coffee. Overall this was a lovely stay that I fully recommend if you want a peaceful vacation on a beautiful lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat
This property is outstanding. We had a wonderful time canoeing on the gorgeous pond and sitting on the decks. The wood stove was great to have on chilly mornings. The hosts have thought of everything. It’s so peaceful and private. We cannot wait to return next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

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