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A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained.

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Open floor plan. Light and airy.
artistically built. Unique and beautiful.
full kitchen
open living space with views of the Northwest mountains.
Fireplace to warm you on the colder days.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained.

Artistically built - a cozy cabin on top of Hampshire Hill. Sit, enjoy the views, listen to the birds, and gaze at the stars. 10 minutes from downtown Belgrade Lakes & public beaches on Long Pond & Great Pond. Close to Kennebec trails, snowmobile trails, Farmington & Augusta. 1 hr south of ski resorts. Great for stopping for 1 night or for taking a week to escape from the world. Snow tires and/or 4wd required in Winter months (October through April). We do plow and sand but more snow accumulates on top of the mountain. There is a .2 mile uphill that can be difficult in bad weather. Suggest that you arrive during daylight hours as it is very dark up there and can be difficult to navigate.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Unattended pets must be crated.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking No hunting No parties Follow posted speed limits Do not wander or pull into my neighbors yards. Keep your pet with you at all times.
4WD OR SNOW TIRES necessary in WINTER - the driveway is not immediately plowed during snow storms. Best to arrive in daylight.
Keep pets with you at all times. Porcupines are around at times. Unattended pets left in the cabin must be crated.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1586805vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

New Sharon

Located in New Sharon, this holiday home is in the mountains. Belgrade Lakes Golf and Lower Fox are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Powder House Hill Trails: Flint Woods & Village Woods and Belgrade Lakes Chain. Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts and First Congregational Church are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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New Sharon, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Golf - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • University of Maine - Farmington - 23 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Kennebec River - 25 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 32 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Colby College - 35 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Douin's Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Root Down Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪dinning hall ptc - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪our lounge - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A soul soothing escape. Artistically built and lovingly maintained. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Belgrade Lakes Chain and within 12 miles (20 km) of Belgrade Lakes Golf and Kimball Pond. Lake Minnehonk and Farmington Historical Society’s Titcomb House are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

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Location

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cabin and the view!! Had a great stay, thank you to our host!! Would love to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orran K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the nicest place we have ever stayed in as a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
Thank you Orran. It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

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

Fall vacation.

We loved the property. The Views are great and it is very comfortable and quiet. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Great remote cabin

With all the comforts of home! We are repeat customers
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren R.

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

Maine vacation

10/10. We had a wonderful stay last week. The house had everything we needed and more. It is located in beautiful location and has stunning views! We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gila F.

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

Awesome place, awesome host!

Super clean, high end rustic log cabin meets Soho loft, deep in the forest of beautiful New Sharon, ME with views overlooking a foreverness of lush green mountaintops and a red velvet sunset that makes you feel like you have gone to heaven, simply magnificent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Quick trip

This is a great place to wonder in the woods. Plenty of trails to hike and great outdoor spaces. The gazebo is like a treehouse in the treetops.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evan k.

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

Truly an amazing couple get away

Me and girlfriend wanted to get away for a short stay and it was perfect. Our only regret we didn’t stay longer. Amazing host, very helpful. Prefect for private get away with your significant other. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shelley a.

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

Private gem

A beautifully unique gem to unplug. Loved the pet friendliness, the privacy(with a stunning view), the hiking opportunities in the region and the communication with the property manager! The cabin has many spaces as well. The gazebo, the screened in porch and my favorite, the deck off the bedroom. Great for morning coffee or evening glass of wine!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

"Coming Home" for the 3rd Time

My husband and I just completed our 3d visit to properties owned by Host Kate. I really think the fact that we have returned twice after our initial visit speaks volumes about the quality of the property and our enjoyment of the area. We have already reserved for next year. Our rental was perfectly appointed for 2 and our Host was always available if needed. But when good management is in place, the contact with the host is very minimal... The cabin is perched on the side of a mountain and enjoys great views of mountains from the porch. Outdoor dining and seating, comfortable bed, fire pit, screened porch, private gazebo and myriad other amenities comprise just a small part of the great experience we had. Make a reservation and you will take the first step toward creating a memorable vacation experience in a charming setting! I cannot praise his property enough! Thanks, Kate!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Peaceful and pup friendly

My husband, dog and I had an amazing few days at Kate’s cabin. Though there are nearby opportunities for adventure and exploration, we found ourselves drawn into just being still and soaking in the immediate surroundings. Our most challenging decision in any moment was which deck/screen porch to sit on - each hangout spot has its own little flavor and takes advantage of the views in a different way. The interior of the cabin brings the outside in with whimsical touches everywhere you look. We appreciated the couch covers so our dog could lounge with us on the comfy sofa. Our dog appreciated the memory foam dog bed which he chose repeatedly over the bed we brought for him from home! Kate is an excellent host. She reached out intermittently leading up to our stay and on the day of our arrival to make sure we were settled. She left us a very delightful and generous welcome basket of goodies, too : ) This is truly a special place and we absolutely loved it!! (One tiny word of advice if you plan to cook is just to be sure to bring every little thing you might need. While there were a few pantry items on hand there were a couple staples that had been depleted. While the cabin isn’t isolated, it’s remote enough that running out for one or two items isn’t very convenient. In our case we were looking for salt and pepper, cooking oil, and sugar for coffee. It didn’t hamper our enjoyment in the least, but I hadn’t thought to pack those things so just a heads up to future travelers.)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Delightful Retreat

We can’t say enough about this special place! Every detail makes for a relaxing and restorative getaway - we definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

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

Gorgeous

What a beautiful place!!! The location is breathtakingly beautiful and the cabin a work of art. We hope we can return very soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina W.

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

A magical getaway!

This was such an incredible mountain getaway! The cabin was perfectly appointed and stocked with everything we needed for a cozy, peaceful retreat! No detail was spared, and Kate was extremely responsive if we needed anything. We loved Kate's guidebook for the area and had a great time exploring the area and using her recommendations! Oh and the view was spectacular! Even on a rainy day, the cabin was a magical place. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathleen Y.

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

Amazing Host!

It is a beautiful property and special whimsical place. Kate was so kind and responsive. She truly cares about her guests experience. We are grateful, Kate. Thanks for sharing you mountain home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Stunning views amazing house.

If I could give 6 stars I would. This place is beautiful, charming, comfortable and totally peaceful. The views and spaces to enjoy them are fabulous. The artist’s touches the owners put into it are perfect and they are maybe the most thoughtful hosts we’ve encountered in many rentals around the country. Next time we’re anywhere close we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Thanksgiving magic

We had an amazing stay!! The place is magical with so many wonderful details and delights. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Amazing weekend

Is an awesome place with great views and hikes around the property. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Getaway to a Maine Mountain cabin

Excellent property for a couple to get away! Very well appointed and while you feel remote you are minutes away from restaurants and a great local market. The views are wonderful right from the cabin which has an enclosed screened porch and the treehouse has two levels for watching the sunset. Kate is great to work with and we highly suggest you take to the offer of having meals prepared by the local chef Lisa - the food was great and plentiful! Overall a great stay and a place we can see returning to for a winter hide away!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Attention to important details that enhance travelers’ rentalexperience

My husband and I wanted to visit the beautiful Belgrade Lakes area before the busy foliage season. We were intrigued by all we saw in photos and reviews about Kate-Ah-Den in New Sharon. We rented with high hopes!! May I say that we were smiling from the time we pulled into the driveway and saw the scope of the view of the western mountains until we left 3 days later. Kathryn, our host, has created a unique, welcoming, cozy and perfectly appointed home perched on the top of a hill. We had all the modern conveniences while enjoying the sights and sounds of the woods around us. Our screened porch view to the west was high above the tree line and provided us with hours of peaceful relaxation. We took separate road trips to both Sugarloaf and Saddleback ski areas that were perfect short excursions. We never bothered with finding a restaurant for dinner because we didn’t want to miss the sunset. We cannot recommend this property more enthusiastically. There is a “sister” cabin nearby that we have already reserved for next September….rental of both simultaneously would be great for family or friends traveling together who wish to enjoy some privacy in their lodging! The rates were extraordinarily reasonable. Thanks to Kathryn for such a pleasant stay! Mary and Stephen Anderson Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Absolutely Beautiful!

My fiancé & I booked a week here with our dog and we were in constant amazement of the cabin, the view and how incredibly sweet the host was! We’ve stayed in a variety of places and this blows everything out of the water. When it advertises as pet friendly, she means it! Our pup absolutely loved the little dog loft area and enjoyed looking out the window! There was even a towel for muddy paws set up at the front door! The hostess, Kate, truly sets the bar for how to treat her guests! Extremely helpful and very thoughtful! Even includes some beer from local breweries to enjoy after a day of traveling! I can’t forget to mention her and her husbands art/craftsmanship they have shared around their home! You can feel the heart and warmth they have put into this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Pictures don't do it justice.

We had a great time here. Host was friendly and helpful. Place is basically a Mansion in the mountains! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Beautiful views

Incredible artistic cabin in an amazing location
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

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

Artist Loft in the Forest ovrerooking Mount Blue

If you want to get off the beaten path in the most unique, beautiful, comfortable home with a killer view - maybe the best in Maine - look no further. Kate designed this incredible whimsical haven with nothing left out. Lots of positive energy and beautiful artwork, most of which was done by Kate, makes this one of the coolest places you will ever find. Easy drive into Belgrade Lakes too. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2021
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

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

Perfect cabin!

Beautiful on the outside, beautiful on the inside. This was exactly what we were hoping for - amazing view, great fireplace, nice trails nearby. Can't wait to be back (:
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn DiBerardino

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Lover of outdoors, nature, gardening, art, xc skiing, skating, hiking, cooking, travelling, and more.

Why they chose this property

I love to have a getaway from the chores and demands of daily living. The view as you pull into the property is just stunning. On a clear day you can see forever. I can hear myself think there. No TV, no internet, just peace and quiet. Great place to get in touch with your inner self, and with nature.

What makes this property unique

The views and the peace, yet close to all nearby amenities. Nearby are many hiking trails and lakes.

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