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Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond

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A cabin with a green roof, dock, and boats.
A living room with a round wooden table, green sofa, and a television on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, a microwave, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.
A cozy living room with a green sofa, wooden chairs, a round wooden table, and a fan.
A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and a table, overlooking a lake with a dock and a house in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Along the lakeshore, this 4-bedroom cottage accommodates 9 guests with 1 bathroom. It includes 4 bicycles for outdoor exploration and features a patio for relaxation. Enjoy lake views while engaging in fishing, motorboating, or hiking nearby. The property is pet-friendly and located near Donnell Pond and Abrams Pond.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • Place, Georges Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond

Located on George's Pond in Franklin, Maine, this lovely beachside cottage is the vacationers dream. Located within miles of the ocean and the magnificent Acadia National Park, this cottage boasts a queen bed in the master bedroom, a full size bed in the guest room and five twin beds in the two upstairs bedrooms.

One bathroom, with a toilet, sink and standing shower stall is on the main floor. 2023-addition of outdoor shower off the front porch with hot and cold water. All the water used in the cottage is pumped to an above ground septic.


Two 2 person kayaks, a canoe and an aluminum rowboat, as well as a dock, and a swimming float gives you all sorts of water activity possibilities or you can sit on the front porch and watch the children play on the beach or swim in the pond. Catch trout, bass, and pickerel in the waters, as well.

Numerous hiking trails are located in the Franklin area, as well. Wildlife is abundant in the forests surrounding the cottage.

Bald eagles, ospreys and loons are frequent visitors to the Pond in front of the cottage. In the evening you can stargaze, cook s'mores in the beach side fire pit, or simply sit and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings.

Play some corn hole!

Or kick back and have a lobster bake on the beach.








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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Strip used beds . leave in pile on used bed. remove trash to trash bin outside back door. Wash any dishes or utensils.
Make sure canoes , kayaks or boats (and paddles / oars), are away from shore (pull completely out of the water)
Return keys to key ring above front door and to the lockbox if you used those. You can lock the doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 266469vb
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
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

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Wild Acadia Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Prayer Labyrith and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Grand Theatre and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Georges Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 35 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 47 min drive - 59.3 km
  • Village Green - 52 min drive - 65.0 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 52 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruth & Wimpy's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chippers - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ironbound Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Cheesecakes - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage on the beach-George's Pond located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Georges Pond and within 6 mi (10 km) of Donnell Pond and Abrams Pond. Great Pond and Black Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tim or Ann Alley

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Ann and Tim, Tony and Katie are from VA - and vacation in Maine every year.

Why they chose this property

Maine is home and a beautiful place to vacation.

What makes this property unique

Kayaking, fishing, swimming, hiking, and watching eagles and ospreys 'fish'.

Languages:

English
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