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Maine Cottage

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Cottage Kitchen
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lyman, ME
  • Place, Swan Pond
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennebunk Pond
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Engine
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

upstairs living/sleeping space.

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Maine Cottage

Year-round Maine cottage on Barker's Pond Road. Adorable accommodations for 2 to 4 in a Maine lake setting. The cottage is in the perfect location close to everything but with a secluded feeling. Bring your paddle boards, fishing poles, and hiking boots. Excellent little cottage for Ice Fisher people! Great trails for ATVs, hiking, or biking. We provide 2 Old Town Kayaks with life jackets and paddles. The water is crystal clear and the fish are biting Summer and Winter! The water is crystal clear and perfect for swimming!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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
Park vehicles in driveway behind cottage.
No smoking in the cottage or outside on the property.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Alfred

Located in Alfred, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Biddeford City Theater and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterboro Barrens Preserve and Ferry Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Marden's Surplus and Salvage and Funtown Splashtown USA. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lyman, ME

What's nearby

  • Swan Pond - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Kennebunk Pond - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Little Ossipee Pond - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Engine - 25 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Funtown Splashtown USA - 25 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Saco Transportation Center - 28 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Waterboro Market & Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Xota Brewing Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joes - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maine Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maine Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maine Cottage located?

This family-friendly Alfred holiday home is located on a lake, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Swan Pond, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kennebunk Pond and Saco River. Swan Pond and Federal Street Dog Park 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. 81 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Pond was very nice. Cottage was clean and cozy and well supplied. Hosts were great and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The cabin was cute and clean. We were very comfortable. The hosts were welcoming and a joy to talk to. We highly recommend and are looking forward to booking again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Very welcoming hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quaint, and quiet location. Beautiful pond and wildlife. Cottage is three floors with bedroom on the bottom floor and living room on the third floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! We loved the cabin and the beauty of the lake. Thank you so much for having us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Maine getaway

Nice property with easy access to many activities. Hosts were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

aaron c.

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

Cute rustic cabin on the pond

Great rustic cabin to stay at on a pond, the pond is a lot bigger than we anticipated! The hosts are great, they greated us and gave us a tour of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Loved this cottage for mine and my husband's anniversary

We loved everything about our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Excellent pond life near the best beaches

We loved our stay with the Barker’s Pond area. We were able to see the nearby beaches including Mother’s and Pine Point, and enjoyed Lobster at Ray’s and Clam Shack. Our daughter lost an earring down a drain and the owner was kind enough to retrieve it from the sink trap. Awesome lake to kayak and wonderful campfire at night. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

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

Getaway

Lovely time at a lovely place. Even with the rain, we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne S.

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

Cozy, relaxing and clean

We had a lovely weekend stay on Barkers Pond. Pete and Penelope are gracious hosts. We appreciated the coffee cream, sparkling water and toiletries. The Pond is very peaceful and I enjoyed sitting on the patio in the morning. The cottage is very cozy; good size for a couple. Bathroom has two sinks which is nice; bathroom privacy is limited due to louvered folding doors. Nice quiet location. Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Wonderful stay!

Great place to stay. Cute and comfy in a nicely secluded spot. Hosts are very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Cozy lake property

Second time staying at this property and will definitely stay again !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mary K.

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

secluded and cozy

Check-in process easy, cabin small but fit two people nicely. 3 floors in a small space, so there were always stairs to negotiate--not a problem for us, but may be for some. Comfy bed, nice bedding and pillows. Owner gave us a restaurant recommendation (Ken's) that garnered an outstanding seafood meal. Don't miss the lobster rolls!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BJ A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: Lovely relaxing property. Two adult couples traveled together. The kitchen was well equipped and there were two distinct outside spaces for relaxation. The pond was fun for fishing, kayaking and swimming. Close to many things, but felt like you were in the middle of nowhere. Highly recommend.Cons: We did not take issue with anything, but just for others planning purposes, you have to drive down a long dirt road to access the property. It is not a publicly maintained road, so it was quite bumpy. We had no trouble navigating it in a truck but could be challenging with a small car. Also, the upstairs bed is a trundle bed that converts into a larger bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel G.

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

Jus What We Need It.

My husband and I and my daughter and her husband really enjoy the Maine cottage. Everything was perfect. We made two breakfast at it well equipped kitchen and enjoyed it right by the window looking out to the Pond.Thank very much Penelope and Pit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Peaceful Pondside Retreat – A Perfect Maine Getaway

We had a wonderfully relaxing stay at this peaceful cottage on the pond. As a family of three, it was exactly what we were looking for—quiet, scenic, and comfortable. We especially loved having access to the kayaks and paddleboards, which we used daily to explore the serene pond and fish for bass. Hearing the loon calls in the evening was such a beautiful touch of Maine nature.The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and the hosts were very kind and welcoming. We really appreciated the firepit and ended up using it every night—it was the perfect way to wind down after a day on the water. The only suggestion we'd make is to add a shade in the upstairs bedroom/living room to block the morning light.The cottage is slightly off the beaten path, which we loved—it’s about 20 minutes to most stores and restaurants, so be prepared for a bit of a drive. But the peaceful setting more than makes up for it.Overall, it's a lovely spot in a peaceful area of Maine, and we’d absolutely return. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy the outdoors!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Great Spot

Lovely spot on the water and a cozy set-up. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Scott B.

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

Convenient location in Southern Maine

Small but cozy with everything we needed for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

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

This was a wonderful place to stay!

We had great access to a beautiful deck and kayaking. It was in the middle of several places we wanted to visit. The owners are very nice people. We had a really good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Peaceful Pond

The location and stay were amazingly relaxing and just far enough from the beaten path. Days spent relaxing by the pond were magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Breathtaking Getaway/ We didn’t want to leave

Penelope and Pete were the most welcoming and accomodating hosts. The property was so picturesque! Swimming, kayaking and fishing all in our backyard! It was so hard to leave, we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Maine vacation

The cabin was very nice. Beautiful view of the pond. Owners very accommodating, went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared B.

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

Beautiful and quiet! It’s what Maine is all about.

The property was very comfortable and the owner was extremely timely in responding and very pleasant when we met to check in. I would definitely recommend if you are looking for a little R&R!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett H.

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

Well Worth It

Communication before, during and after was great. The location was within a short drive to many offerings. Swimming access was ideal and was very enjoyable. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a great base point in a central location with the option to have a great time at the location as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Your host

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Pete and I are so fortunate to own this cottage next to Barker's Pond. We have lovingly prepared it for our guests to enjoy a cute cottage to call home-base while enjoying the best that Southern Maine has to offer.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is set back just steps from its own water front deck nestled in a picturesque cove. beautiful water views during the day and breathtaking starry nights make this cottage perfect for 2 to 4 people to enjoy all that Southern Maine has to offer. The cottage is a stand alone building that shares a half acre of water front access with the owners. While we are easily accessible, you will rarely see us.

What makes this property unique

2 kayaks are provided along with life jackets and paddles. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening glass of wine on your own waterside deck. Fire pit and picnic area are also available to enjoy.

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