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Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi!

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Room
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61371 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

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Caratunk, ME
  • Place, Sugarloaf Ski Resort
  • Place, Sugarloaf Mountain
  • Place, Appalachian Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi!

Get away to the Maine outdoors at this house with a view in Caratunk, Maine! Located on a quiet road right off of Route 201 and one tenth mile from the Caratunk Boat Launch on Wyman Lake. The property offers privacy for your Maine getaway. Includes on-site dog kennel and space to store canoes and kayaks during your stay, allowing you to bring your pets with you on your Maine vacation. Well-behaved pets are welcome inside the house. Use of the kennel is optional, and at the pet owner’s discretion.

Property includes free Wifi access. TV streaming services have guest accounts for indoor entertainment. While the main room includes a wood stove, it is not intended for guest use. The house thermostats do keep the place cozy for winter guests.

One vehicle can be stored in front of the house. Additional vehicles park on the opposite side of the road. 2 bedrooms located on the first floor. Towels and linens provided. Washer / Dryer located in the basement. We hope you can enjoy your visit here as much as we do.

Local activates include hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing/kayaking, rafting/tubing, swimming. hiking, mountain biking, ATV, Snowmobiling, leaf peeping, birding, REST & RELAXATION

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
On-site kennel w/ 2 compartments, use is optional.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return keys to lock box. Reset the code to 0000.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
For TV streaming services, please use Guest accounts where indicated.
No outdoor fires or fireworks.
The wood stove inside the house is not for guest use. The house thermostats heat the space efficiently.

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 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

Caratunk

Located in Caratunk, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kennebec River and Appalachian Trail, while Ski Museum of Maine and Stanley Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Caratunk, ME

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Trail - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Wyman Lake - 9 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Moxie Pond - 32 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Embden Pond - 45 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Big Wood Lake - 48 min drive - 72.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Apple Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grey's Outfitting - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Maine Lakeside Cabins - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boatman's Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi!?

As of 20 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi! on 14 Jun, 2026 start from S$169, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Awesome house in Kennebec Valley. Dog Friendly! OUTDOOR FUN! w-Wifi! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kennebec River and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Appalachian Trail. Pleasant Pond Mountain and Wyman Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with everything we needed for an awesome week.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space, clean. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful cabin in a peaceful town. It was restful and very inviting. Very pet friendly and accommodating. Had the best week! Lots of great hiking and exploring.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

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

Relaxing

Was a great place to stay. Dogs loved it too
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing. Both the looks and location. Very clean and the owner was very responsive. 10/10 would stay again
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bradley H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good. Great feel and captures the themes of the area well (outdoor recreation, etc.) We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andre m.

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

Wedding weekend

Perfect for lodging in a close proximity to local wedding venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. The house is beautiful. The view is awesome. The owner is very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the cabin! Plenty of room for our family (us parents and our three teenagers) to spread out, and we had everything we needed to make our own meals in the kitchen. Loved sitting on the porch in the morning with our tea and watching the world wake up! Excellent home base for white water rafting in the area - would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherry O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cozy cabin

Great place for a little get-a-way. Nice private location. No WIFI available so that made it a little inconvenient but overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2025
No worries about the WIFI now, We got Fiduim Fiber in December.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

aaron d.

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

Great first time.

We booked this camp for a little mini vacation birthday weekend. Was a very nice camp well equipped. Would highly recommend this camp.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarin N.

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

Relaxing

It was a cozy cabin, nice views of the mountains and the river. Not far away from Northern outdoor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene E.

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

Hunting trip

I thought the property was very nice, it was relaxing and a great place to stay. It was very clean and Chris was very attentive when i reached out for any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

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

Girls weekend

Had a lovely time relaxing and connecting. The home was very clean, warm and cozy. Had everything we needed. We lucked out with a beautiful day to hike Moxie Falls and explore the area. Definitely would go back! Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

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

Perfect For Guys Weekend

Booked this for my husband and his friends for a guys trip. They loved it! They had plenty of space to spread out inside and enjoyed the peacefulness it offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

Winter Wonderland

We had a wonderful time staying along the beautiful Kennebec River. Chris was very punctual with his thoughtful responses to my questions before and during our stay. If you're thinking about visiting in the winter, my only recommendation would be to come with good winter tires or AWD/4WD. The drive is fairly steep and although very well maintained by the plowing contractor, it is tricky when covered in 6". Gorgeous area, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Audrey B.

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

A nice option to stay for rafting

It was a nice place to stay for a couple of nights and it was a good value. The check in instructions were confusing but we figured it out eventually. The kitchen (particularly the fridge) was not cleaned before our stay, so I had to spend the first 10-15 minutes cleaning, which was annoying. There were a few weird things-- I had to empty the dryer in order to do a load of wash, there was a bunch of random food in the fridge/freezer. Everything else was fine, beds were comfortable and there was a good amount of space for our family of 5. The view was beautiful and it was close to rafting and some very pretty waterfalls.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karin B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was very receptive and accommodating when we needed to adjust the dates of our stay. The location was perfect as we were attending a wedding 1/2 a mile away! We had everything we needed as far as kitchen needs and linens, the space suited us well and the beds were comfortable. There were some cobwebs and mouse droppings which I would expect if the place had not been occupied for a while but it had been rented just days before us. The biggest issue though was that there was an overpowering petroleum/kerosene type smell that was coming from the basement. It was nauseating at times, even with the windows open. Had it not been for that, the stay would have been much more enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review Karin, we are very glad you enjoyed the event that you stayed at our place for. There's lots of critters in the North Maine Woods, and you'd be surprised how fast they replace their "foot print" after you clean it up! But we try! Very sorry about the kerosene smell. The oil company had recently filled the tank and overflowed it. We have been working to get rid of the smell and this last week we replaced the parts of the wood framing in the basement that had been saturated by it. It was just a few pieces, but they really had been saturated. I'm happy to report that by replacing the wood and cleaning several times with Simple Green, the oil smell has dissipated. Please feel free to reach out to us the next time you would like to stay, happy to discuss what we have done to the place to make it perfect, such as clearing out most of the land from our place to the lake to open up the view. We planted field grass and wildflowers in that area this week as well and it's starting to come in. We are very excited as that will add to the beauty of the view!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

A Peaceful Vacay

We decided to go away for Christmas for the first time and I am so happy we chose this adorable home to stay in. The home is out in an area that is not very populated which was so nice. There isn't any Internet which was not an issue for us, although two of us also had no cell service while the other two did. The home is exactly as shown in the pictures which I can say from experience does not always happen lol. I would definitely recommend if you want to just get away from it all.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual deer camp. Really neat camp. Slept 4 and 5 of us really well. Very impressed by how well stocked the house was with things like linens, paper products and kitchen supplies.The only trouble is access. Its built into a hillside so all entries are stairs. We had snow, which we look forward too but outside entries iced up leaving the interior garage stairs. The stairs inside the garage are narrow and steep. You get used to them but theyre tricky for the older crowd. Listing should note the pictured wood stove is not for use. My group and I burn wood at home and were looking forward to warm up by the fire as we often do after a daybin the woods, but its use was not permitted. Totally get it, most people cant be trusted in a pine camp with open flame.Again, neat spot, very comfortable, met our needs very well. If we hunt the forks again, we'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tam R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cozy, rustic cabin!We had a great stay at this cabin—it was in a good location, really close to everything we planned to do. The house has partial views of the lake and easy access to it, with a restaurant and coffee shop just a short drive away. The cabin itself is super cozy, with warm wood interiors and thoughtful decor that made it feel very welcoming. It would have made our stay better if there was a fire pit or space to have a campfire to relax by. Theres also no use of the wood stove inside, although being summer we wouldn't have used it anyway. If we were staying in the colder months that’s a must! The only downside was that the house wasn’t left very clean by the previous guests, so we had to tidy up a bit when we arrived. We did book last-minute, though, so that might have been a factor.Overall, we’d definitely recommend this place to others looking for a peaceful and well-located getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautfiul spot with great amenaties. Owner was cery kind and easy to get ahold of if needed. Despite being a little farther out in the woodsy area there is a great shopping mart within 15 minutes drive of the spot which was extremely convenient. Wonderful time, will definitely be booking again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Chris Nielsen

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Originally from Upstate New York where I learned to fly fish, I moved to Maine where I found home and my wife. Took up ruffed grouse (i.e. partridge) hunting, when I adopted my hunting dogs. We fell in love with the house we are putting on VRBO, and we want to share our love of the Maine outdoors with our guests. This is our first time hosting, and we hope that we will get some good feedback, as well as some feedback to make the place more appealing. Best of luck fishing across the street at Wyman Lake, or your favorite Maine outdoor fun.

Why they chose this property

We chose this location because of its central location - you can get to the Kennebec Valley or up to The Forks or Jackman in a short time. So much to choose from. Considering I used to drive from Southern Maine for a day trip in The Forks, this is a lot easier!

What makes this property unique

We love the privacy that the property affords being surrounded by trees, and we especially love the sun room where we can kick back and relax while enjoying the scenery. In the cooler months, that wood stove kicks out a great amount of heat that keeps the whole place cozy. Get away from it all and be close by to the outdoors.

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