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Peaceful lakeside getaway

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61440 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Augusta, ME

Old Fort Western
‪13 min drive‬
Capitol Park
‪15 min drive‬
Augusta Civic Center
‪16 min drive‬
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Peaceful lakeside getaway

Start your day at Young's Point Cottage on the screened porch overlooking the water. Put in your canoe or kayak and paddle around the 650-acre lake. Fall asleep to the sounds of the wind in the big pine trees and the loons calling to each other across the lake. Relax and unwind in this peaceful spot on Togus Pond, 10 minutes from downtown Augusta.

The two-bedroom, one bathroom, year-round home is fully furnished and equipped. Sleeps 6+. Oil-fired hot water and heat. Pet-friendly.

Property manager

Mary MacDonald-Murray

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Augusta

Located in Augusta, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Maine State Museum and Harlow Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Augusta and Natanis Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Samantha Smith, or check out an event or a game at Kennebec Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Augusta, ME

What's nearby

Old Fort Western - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
Kennebec River Rail Trail - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
Capitol Park - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
Augusta Civic Center - 16 min drive - 17.3 km
VA Maine Healthcare System - Togus - 16 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪The Red Barn - ‬11 min drive
‪Cushnoc Brewing Co. Annex - ‬3 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
‪College Carry-Out - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful lakeside getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful lakeside getaway?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful lakeside getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful lakeside getaway located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of VA Maine Healthcare System - Togus, Samantha Smith and Viles Arboretum. Maine State Museum and Pine Tree State Arboretum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

1 Jul, 2025

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

Beautiful and quite Maine cottage

This was our fourth stay at this lovely place! Both the cottage and the lake are so quiet! The cottage is cozy and well cared for. The location is great too. Mary is always helpful and wonderful to work with. Hope to vacation there again next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cc C.

30 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Lake

Quaint

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey A.

6 Aug, 2024

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

Another Wonderful Visit to Young’s Point Cottage!

We love everything about this cottage and could stay all summer here! The water was perfect for swimming and we enjoyed the frogs, fireflies, fish, and of course the cry of the loons! Thank you Mary & Logan for another memorable week in Maine!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah O.

12 Aug, 2024

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

Relaxing cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this classic lakeside cabin. Like others, we spent all of our time on the porch! The house was well stocked and owner was very responsive. The lake was beautiful and clear, perfect for swimming, kayaking, and relaxing next to!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

17 Aug, 2024

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

Fantastic.

We had an amazing time. The camp is beautiful. Cozy and gorgeous. Kids swam in the pond everyday. Close to coast for easy day trips. Mary was an amazing host. Hard to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

22 Jun, 2024

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

Take me back!

This rental was beyond amazing! I had a wide range of ages staying there with me (5+). We were all busy fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, bike riding and watching the loons and eagles from the front porch all week. We never had to leave. It was so relaxing. I would definitely book this rental again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A.

26 Sept, 2018

Loved Everything!!!!

Great cottage, awesome views, super fishing! Mary and Logan thought of everything. What a wonderful screened porch. I can't wait to make my way back to that house! It was definitely worth the 9 hour drive. The wildlife was constantly surprising me. I loved the eagle and loons. Thanks for a great place to stay and for a well stocked home, much more than other places I have stayed.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

aviad h.

31 Aug, 2017

Nice house on beautiful lake - Great spot for summer vacation!

We had a wonderful time on our recent summer vacation at Togus Pond. The house is much more spacious than the pictures indicate. Comfortable living room and beautiful screened porch overlooking the lake. Lake was great for swimming and boating - quiet and with a bunch of resident loons. The location was excellent - only 10 minutes from Augusta but quiet and peaceful. Mary was an absolute pleasure to work with. She responded to questions quickly and completely addressed any concerns we had. Overall, her customer service was superlative.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda W., Springvale, Maine

27 Sept, 2021

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

Our week of relaxation at Young's Cottage on Togus Pond

Young's Cottage on Togus Pond has been a special getaway for my Friend Nancy, our dogs and me. My second visit and Nancy's first. All the amenities of home and more...like the screened in porch! That porch is feet away from the water. We had loons every day and evening come by to welcome us. One word for Mary and Logan's Cottage is "Serene". We spent most of our time on the Porch. We always had our morning coffee outside in the morning air. There are two smaller beds on the porch that you can take an afternoon nap if you need. My friend loved the porch so much she slept on it for most of our nights."Just like camping outside without the bugs! Thank you Mary & Logan for sharing your cottage with us. A little peace of Heaven. Wonderful Memories we will always Treasure! Be well and stay safe. Nancy, Rizzo, Linda and Bentley.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda W., Springvale, Maine

20 Sept, 2020

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

My Short Getaway to Young's Point Cottage on Tugus Pond

Loved the cottage. To me it was more than a cottage. Plenty of room to spread out. Very warm and inviting to just sit and relax which is hard for me. Always on the go! Loved the screened in porch over looking the pond. I got up early on my last morning to see the sun rise...wow! Seeing the sun come up over the pond was so serene. Loons swimming by sang their song. Mary and Logan's cottage sits on a large piece of wooded property along the pond with no houses on top of you. Space to breathe. So peaceful and quiet. Wonderful neighboorhood with respectful folks. The cottage was well supplied so if you forgot something, it mostly would be there for your use. Mary and Logan thought of just about everything. All I had to do was bring my food for me and my dog and his doggy bed. Very comfy bed and plenty of extra blankets for snuggling up with on a chilly night. Wonderful hosts. Highly recommend (5 stars) and I will stay again in the near future. Thank you Mary and Logan. Linda and pup Bentley from southern Maine.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Dan D.

23 Aug, 2017

Charming Lakeside Retreat

This was a wonderful cottage to stay in with our family. We enjoyed sipping coffee while watching the sun rise over the lake, and playing croquet with the kids outside using the set in the sun room. There are even concrete steps into the lake from the property, which is a nice plus given the rocks around the lake. The area is super quiet with surprisingly few bugs given proximity to forest and lake. WiFi works great and the LTE service available is US Cellular. Plenty of parking, I imagine you might even be able to fit 4 vehicles. Some caveats for the traveler: 1) The laundry is downstairs, and there is no railing, so be careful while carrying your buckets down to it. The washer and dryer set appear brand new and they worked great. 2) Check the kitchen before doing a food run to ensure you have what you would need to prepare. 3) The thing that looks like a microwave is a mini-oven :) 4) Power outlet placement, type, and quantity are reflective of the time period when the cottage was built, so if you have tons of gadgetry to hook up, be prepared to bring extensions, power strips, etc. 5) If you're confused why there appears to be no window covering on some windows, check for a rollup blind, as it might be hiding in the valance. :) We wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable and quiet retreat for the family! I look forward to coming back in the wintertime to try the fireplace, but I'll be using a 4WD as the road its on is dirt. :)

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aine M.

20 Oct, 2021

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

Perfect Spot

We enjoyed our stay !!! Very convenient and beautiful location

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

12 Sept, 2021

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

Quiet and Relaxing Week

This was our third stay at Togus Pond (our second this year). We felt like we had the pond to yourselves, it was so quiet. The cottage is very clean and well stocked. Mary, the owner, is always helpful. Wish we could stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blair R.

30 Aug, 2021

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

Excellent rental and location

This cottage has everything that you need for a relaxing and peaceful vacation by a nice and quiet small lake. Mary has stocked the cottage incredibly well, with more than one would need to provide as a vrbo rental, including many kitchen items. The window aircon was much appreciate for the 2 weeks that we were there given it was in the nineties. The porch as others have said is where you will spend 90% of your time when in the house, the other rooms are good, but the porch is huge and overlooks the lake. As with all older cottages, it has its quirks, such as mainly older 2 pronged outlets, but Mary provides extension cords and adapters to make it work. The yard is open to the lake, and no neighbors on either side make it a quiet location. Definitely recommend

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max K.

21 Aug, 2021

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

Beautiful place

Quiet, relaxing and something to look forward to year after the year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Holly S.

23 Jul, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calm setting and dog friendly

Great location and right on the water. There is no TV so if that’s important to you, bring some tech. WiFi was great and reliable. We really enjoyed the screened porch - such a relaxing setting. Also appreciate that the cottage was dog friendly. I love being able to bring my dogs along.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Qwen P.

5 Jul, 2021

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

The Porch Makes It Special

Great place to stay whether you are looking for a home base while you explore the many wonders of Maine or want a quiet lakeside retreat. The screened porch is fabulous! If you head north on Route 3, be sure to try John's Ice Cream Factory in Liberty.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

2 Jul, 2021

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

A wonderful and peaceful place

This was our second year at the cottage on Togus Pond. We loved it every bit as much as the first time. It's super clean, has everything you need, and the owner, Mary, is great! Wish we were there right now!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R.

13 Jun, 2021

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

Beautiful

The house was very clean and homey. Everything we could have needed was provided

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audrey A., Pasadena

10 Jun, 2021

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

Tranquil Summer Stay In Maine

When we first got to the cabin, we dropped our bags and groceries on the porch and walked right out to the pond to take in the sunset. Muted pinks and sapphires of the sky reflected in the calm water. Birds and bugs of all shapes and sizes swooped down and back up into the trees. By nightfall, we were enjoying our dinner (local fiddleheads & scallops) on the covered porch and listening to the loons. Logan & Mary’s place is a gem in the woods - both inside and outside the cabin doors. We love the creaking wooden floors, the sweeping staircase, the vintage sink, birds’s nest outside the kitchen doors, cozy upstairs bedrooms with views of the pond... This cabin has been lovingly preserved with a mix of old world and modern conveniences - think brick fireplace, wood paneled ceilings along with a dishwasher and well-stocked kitchen. We loved exploring the woods and marshes all day and coming home to a shower and clean linens. Thank you for our week in Maine!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann D.

28 May, 2021

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

Little bit of Maine paradise

Lovely, quiet, picturesque. Felt very comfortable, safe and cozy in this house. It had everything we needed for a great week of relaxation. Truly a lake cottage experience—we will return as soon as we can get away again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

25 May, 2021

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

Lovely Lake House

Old school lake house with great views, quiet, fire pit, nice porch. What more do you need? Kind and responsive owners as well. Loved my stay, will return.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan K.

1 Dec, 2020

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Property!

Our stay was absolutely lovely! The cabin was so charming and cozy. Cleanliness was fantastic, check-in was easy, and we were provided with all the amenities we could ask for. I would absolutely book this cabin again next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andriana B.

26 Nov, 2020

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

Beautiful place to stay!

I would recommend this place to anyone! Such a lovely place for a vacation! Our expectations were exceeded when we got there. What a beautiful view right from the house! Had such a great relaxing time and we will definitely be going back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

3 Nov, 2020

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Love this cottage.

My fourth time here and nice of an experience as always.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mary MacDonald-Murray

Logan and Mary are a physician and a school office administrator, respectively, parents of three children, who live in Freeport, Maine, but love to visit our camp on Young's Point.

Why they chose this property

This is a family home, built by Logan's great-great-grandfather on land that's been in our family since the late 1800s. It was insulated and winterized in the late 1980s, with a drilled well installed in 1992 and a new septic system in 1999; the furnace, which provides hot water as well as heat, was replaced in 2019. The location is private, with no immediate neighbors, on a well-maintained gravel road.

What makes this property unique

Augusta is Maine's state capital, with local attractions such as historic Fort Western and the Maine State Museum, both ideal for kids and history buffs. The Maine coast, including Portland, is about an hour away. This spot on Togus Pond is an ideal starting point for day trips to many different places in Maine, as well as a great spot to spend a relaxing day.