Little Red Cottage in Maine!

Todd, thanks for your visit! Looking forward to having you again!! Analee

So glad you had fun! And that the cottage met your expectations. Vacations are so important. Glad we could be part of yours!

So glad if you can come back in the fall. The lake is beautiful when the leaves change!

Gina and her family were great guests! So glad they had such a good time, and so glad they are coming back. Vacations are precious!

So glad you had a great get-away! You were a great guest, and I’d love you have you back.

Peter - so glad you and your family had such a good time. And yes, the sunsets this summer have been spectaular!

So glad the deck was fun for you. It is new, and I love how the lake view is enhanced. Would love to have you come back and see the lake in the Fall!

So glad you had a great Maine R&R. And yes, the location of the cottage is very convenient for the Maine coast & beaches as well as the lake. Fun times!

I am so dismayed that this guest found the cottage to be so far from expectations. All of my other families this summer had excellent experiences! But one unhappy vacation is one too many…. In response to the specific concerns: ——“Property was not child friendly” - I am uncertain what this means. The deck was remodeled this spring and is totally up to code. Electric outlets not in use have covers. ??? ——“Gazebo screens all ripped” - The screens were replaced at the beginning of the season. This issue must be related to “blankets had a pet odor.” Pets are not allowed! But someone must have brought a dog…. ——“Decking and chairs were loaded with pine sap” - This year I have noticed more sap from the pine trees. I’m not sure why. If I had known that the chairs were not presentable, I would have called my cleaning crew to come take care of them. I certainly will make certain they are cleaned for future families. ——“Did not find it very clean” - I have a cleaning crew, and their work has received (unsolicited) kudos. Again, if I had known that the cottage cleanliness did not meet expectations, I would have made arrangements for additional cleaning asap. ——“Futon very uncomfortable” - I have found that bed comfort is extremely personal and subjective. Other guests have found the beds and futons to be very comfortable, but sadly this was not the case for this family. ——“Dock was covered in moss” - I believe the renter may be referring to the raft, not the dock (which is aluminum and moss-free). By the end of some summer seasons, lake moss often accumulates. I will try to figure out a way to try to reduce the accumulation. ——“Property not well taken care of” - again, all my other families have been very satisfied. I will contact this renter to discuss his payment, and I will re-examine my HomeAway narrative to be certain that the description sets appropriate expectations for a rustic lakeside cottage.

“Lakefront bliss” is a frequent reaction! I’m posting a panoramic view of the deck to give a better preview. I’ve also bought some new pots/pans/etc. I often get feedback on the “well-equipped kitchen,” but the new items are a little less “Maine camp” and more “vacation retreat.” I also have done a deep clean and have arranged for professional cleaning between renters, so arrival for a great stay should be guaranteed. Analee