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The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits!

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Welcome to our cottage on beautiful Toddy Pond!
waterside view of camp
shore is shallow at first, good for kids! Then becomes deeper by end of dock.
A clear lake with a wooden dock extending into the water, surrounded by dense greenery and a tall tree.
water side of camp with deck. doors open to dining room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Toddy Pond
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Orland, ME
  • Place, Toddy Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs master

1 Queen Bed

TV room

1 Double Futon

Up spiral staircase

2 Single Beds

Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits!

Sit on the deck, a stone's throw from beautiful Toddy Pond, Orland Maine. This cottage is located in a low traffic area near the end of a dirt road, yet minutes from the main road. Facing west, you will enjoy watching gorgeous sunsets. The first floor features an easily accessible bedroom with queen bed and a sliding glass door to deck overlooking the pond . The kitchen is stocked with all the dishes and utensils you will need. You can take a seat on the comfy couch in the living room or sit at the large dining room table and enjoy the pond view. Upstairs, you will find two bedrooms, one with two single beds and one with a queen size bed. The two upstairs bedrooms each have separate stairways providing privacy for the user.
Come sit and relax and marvel at the loons as they stare back and wonder about you! Fish or kayak to explore one of Maine's deepest and pristine ponds!
We're not fancy, but if clean, comfortable, and right next to the water is what you're looking for, then this is the place for you! 😊

Many great destinations are within an hours drive, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Blue Hill, Deer Isle, Stonington, Ellsworth and more!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed 1st floor

Bedroom 2: Queen Bed 2nd floor

Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 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
Relax! No chores required! Cleaning fee is included! Maximum 6 people at camp at anytime, more than 6 is considered an event. Events are not allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1600180vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Orland

Located in Orland, this cottage is on the waterfront. Jonathan Buck Monument and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Knox State Park and Fort Point State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding.
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Orland, ME

What's nearby

  • Toddy Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 31 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 38 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 43 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 48 min drive - 65.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hancock Pour House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Cheeks Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crosby's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wood's Seafood Market - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits!?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is The loons are calling you! Your peaceful, waters edge retreat awaits! located?

This family-friendly Orland cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Toddy Pond and Alamoosook Lake. Bucksport Golf Club and Lower Patten Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

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

Great family getaway

Beautiful location on beautiful lake was great spot for our family vacation. Loved Acadia and nearby Bucksport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you Shelley for your review! It makes us happy to know you had a good time. Happy Travels. 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great Stay

Description accurate, very pleased with rental. Spotless. Perfect for family stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rupert H.

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

Maine lake camp

Basic Maine lake camp, on toddy pond, satisfied our needs for family from uk
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Annelle R.

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

Nice stay on Toddy Pond

Lovely view of the pond. House was well equipped with all household needs
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us! You were a wonderful guest. Please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah m.

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

Great location to enjoy Maine

We (parents, 4 year old, grandmother) loved our stay at Karen's camp. It was exactly what we were looking for - great swimming, kayaks available for use, and plenty of indoor space for a couple of rainy days. We especially appreciated the ACs in all the bedrooms for the hotter days. The camp had everything we needed for a Maine vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

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

Lakeside

This spot has beautiful lake views with gorgeous sunsets. The accommodations are great. Included in this homey, comfortable cottage were things from linens to kayaks. And the host is wonderful: ready, willing and able to answer questions/concerns. It is not far from Acadia and other places to enjoy what Maine has to offer.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Perry L.

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

Classic Maine lakefront cottage.

A little gem on Toddy Pond in Orland, this rustic camp, with modern updates, fit the bill for a week of Ahhhhhh! Needs some more camp "stuff" to really put it at the top, but we had a blast playing cribbage and listening to the loons. Centrally located, a short trip to Bar Harbor, Schoodic Point, and the Bucksport area. Host was excellent with any questions we had. Sunsets were stunning!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Dear Perry, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Would be very interested in what "camp stuff" is. We love feedback because it helps us improve.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

A Great Week!

We are a three generational group traveling to Maine for many years together. This cottage was clean, well appointed, and close to amenities and sites to see. If there is one thing we might request, it would be that the dock situation be more stable. It was great if you were steady on your feet, but difficult to enjoy if not. Overall we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

A true gem in the woods.

This is a sweet cozy little cabin in the woods. Has modern conveniences but still holds its rustic charm. Karen tries to think of everything you will need at the camp. The bed downstairs is one of the most comfortable beds we have ever slept on. The lake in the backyard is just amazing. Love the sandy swimming area. The sunsets in the backyard next to the fire pit was breathtaking. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you Mark for the wonderful review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

The loons are calling

This sweet cottage on the edge of Toddy Pond was the ideal property for my family to enjoy the beauty of the pond complete with dock and kayaking and lovely views from a cute and very clean and well stocked cottage. I greatly appreciated the great views of the pond with awesome sightings and hearings of Common Loons! I also loved the bedrooms and kitchen, W&D, and back deck. The fire pit was a great way to end our days after exploring nearby Acadia and other local sights. The property owner was friendly and responsive. I highly recommend this listing and didn't want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you Melissa for the lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

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

A Great Week

Loved the location as it is in reasonable driving distance to many sights in that area of Maine. The lake is beautiful and was quiet in the fall. The cottage was neat, clean and comfortable. The host was very accommodating, willing to help in any way to make our stay enjoyable which it was!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

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

Peaceful stay

Stay here was so peaceful! We liked being in Orland because it was pretty central to everything we wanted to do. WiFi was great and we brought our laptop to watch movies. There are three individual bedrooms and a futon so it would be great for families. We really enjoyed the little beach (little rocks- bring swim shoes), the dock and firepit. We did not go kayaking but loved that they were there. Thank you for a peaceful week!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn C.

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

Back in Wonderful Toddy Pond, ME

This was a wonderful place for us to stay, one of the very best places we have rented on Toddy Pond over 30 years of visits. A very good 3 bedroom House, very close to the water with great views anytime of the day. A good large family room and kitchen, nice deck, fire pit, easy access to swim - and a very fun large inflatable float for many! Karen and Ben were great to communicate with both before and during our stay - we certainly hope to rent it again!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Absolutely perfect lake house

Rented for a week exploring Bar Harbor and Acadia with my wife and 2 kids, 18 and 20. Aside from perfect weather and an unending list of places to hike, explore, and eat throughout the week, this rental.was outstanding and even more beautiful than the pictures suggest. The location is quiet, private and immersed in the serenity of the natual.area. The owners left it generously stocked with the essential Maine amenities like coffee, kindling, linens, and kayaks. The bedrooms were extremely clean with comfortable sheets. The kitchen was very well stocked (even with a lobster pot!) and best of all, there are amazing views of the lake from every room. My whole family had an amazing unforgettable week and choosing this rental was a large factor in such a wonderful week. I have rented several vacation homes from realtors ovee the years bjt the service from these owners was superior and the house was perfect for a family of four. Much appreciated!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Great stay in Maine

I thoroughly enjoyed my week at this property. The house was clean, clean, clean! It’s obvious the owners take exceptional care and pride. Even the gravel by the beach was raked! We used this as a base to explore Acadia and that worked out great. It’s about 40-50 minutes easy drive and was a VERY relaxing spot to return to after hiking. I would definitely come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Grows on you

Went from underwhelming first impression to spending most of our vacation days at the camp. It really grows on you. Newly added WIFI corrects lack of cable TV. We kayaked and swimming is good in deep water just past boulders. Fire pit is well stocked with wood and lakeside was mostly quiet and peaceful. Kitchen has all the basics and we enjoyed cooking with gas. Beds are comfortable and single bathroom sufficed for two teenage girls plus parents. Location is perfect with take-out within 15 minutes and less than an hour to tourist sites. Lakeside could use an updated extended dock, but our family really enjoyed our stay here and we'd book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elinor L.

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

First family vacation with 2 kids under the age of 4!

This was our first family vacation with our kiddos (3.5 & 2) so we weren't really sure what to expect. Thanks to our host, it was a great and relaxing vacation. Karen provided us with a crib, toddler bed, baby gate, high chairs, monitors, toddler size life jackets, books and toys (indoor and outdoor). This made our stay easy and enjoyable. I also really appreciated that laundry was on site. Toddy Pond is very rocky, but here there is easy access to the water. The kids could walk right in, however still bring water shoes. We loved the fire pit. We roasted marshmallows and hotdogs. Every night after the kids went to bed, my husband and I would sit down by the fire. Bedding was clean and beds were comfortable. The Air Conditioning and fans were great too. Other than acouple of cobwebs in the corners the cottage was very clean, especially the bathroom and kitchen. We had some cool nights where I wish we could have opened the windows, but there weren't any screens. But we really were quite comfortable. All in all this was a great first family vacation for us. Especially our hike up Blue Hill Mountain! Thank you Karen for opening your home to our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2023
You are welcome! We thank you for your review. So glad you had a great time! Do appreciate your comments😊 We are working on screens they are special ordered! Hope you come back next year. You were great guests! Thank you for leaving camp clean and tidy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

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

Peaceful camp

What a great lake camp! The lake was so clean and the location was perfect for fishing, swimming, sunsets & bonfires! Kayaks were great and we rented a canoe from The Activity Shop... which delivers. Friendly, helpful neighbors and the hosts were quick to respond to any questions or issues. We wish them much success in their future rentals :)
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

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

Beautiful spot on the lake

The property is just as listed and has everything you need to enjoy a relaxing vacation. Very comfortable beds and plenty of seating. A perfect little sandy/pebble shallow shore for little ones. GREAT FISHING! Our hosts were only a phone call/message away. The only reason for the 3-star rating on neighborhood is due to someone building a camp two doors down, hammering and sawing most of the day. Also, another neighbor right next door was extremely unfriendly (no fault of the hosts at all!). Beautiful lake and close to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2023
Thank you for choosing our camp for you vacation! We truly appreciate it and realize how important a vacation is for a family to reconnect and make lasting memories together❤

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Why they chose this property

Toddy pond is one of the deepest ponds in Maine. Wildlife is plentiful and fishing is great! Plenty of opportunity to catch Bass, Togue, and Salmon in this 9 + mile long pond. You can throw in a line from the end of our dock- the water is over an adults head! Our beach is a combination of sand and small stones. The water is shallow then as you go deeper the rocks get larger. It is not mucky and loons often swim right past our dock! Two kayaks and an inflatable floating island awaits for on-water fun!
We stock the pantry with many items including coffee, tea, sweetener, creamer, condiments, pancake mix and syrup! The kitchen is fully equipped including utensils, pots and pans, crockpot, blender, toaster and lobster pot. Bathroom will have shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, bath towels, and hair dryer. We have plenty of beach towels for you to use too!

What makes this property unique

Our camp is geared toward family fun! Many indoor games are available; Spot It! chess, Abalone, Blink! Guess Who? cribbage, twister, kids Pictionary and Apples to Apples to name a few. Outside fun may include fishing at the end of our dock, lounging on a floating island, kayaking or playing a family game of Washers.(similar to horseshoes) Barbeque on our new grill then relax on the deck as you watch a gorgeous sunset. You may choose to sit by a fire at the shore and make S'mores or relax and enjoy a movie from our extensive DVD collection. We fully appreciate that your vacation is an important time for you to recharge and reconnect with your loved ones. We will do everything in our power to make sure you are satisfied and hope that you come back for years to come!
Please choose our cottage for you vacation and I promise you I will have it scrubbed clean and ready for you! Thank you so much for considering our cottage for your vacation get away!😊

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