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Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage

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A house with a sloped roof, located near a body of water surrounded by trees.
A wooden deck with a bench overlooking a lake surrounded by trees.
A cozy attic bedroom with wooden walls, a bed with floral bedding, a dresser, and a lamp.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a fireplace, a rocking chair, a table, and a patterned rug.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a floral-patterned bed, a rocking chair, a small table with a radio, and shelves with books and framed pictures.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments

    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Phillips Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Dedham, ME
  • Place, Phillips Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Savings Amphitheater
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Front bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage

Kay's cottage is a truly unique rustic lakeside summer cottage in Maine. Built in 1895 on a granite bluff overlooking a crystal clear lake 45 minutes from Acadia National Park. Quiet and remote for those who want to escape modern life for a time. There is no WIFI ,noTV,
no washer/dryer, no dishwasher. There's no central heat but there is a fireplace in the living room. There are three bedrooms upstairs and porch rockers to sit and listen to the loons. Go back to a quieter more peaceful time in history. There are antique rockers, a Victorian fainting couch and photos of my ancestors lounging outside the cottage in the 1800's. There is a stove/oven, fridge, microwave and bathroom with hot shower. There's also a canoe available for your use. This cottage has a shared dock with the cottage next door.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Do not rearrange the furniture or move any furniture outside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7706214
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
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

Dedham

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lucerne-in-Maine, a neighbourhood in Holden. Paul Bunyan Statue and Bangor Opera House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bangor Farmers Market and Bangor Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Center or Mansfield Sports Complex. With kayaking, power boating and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Dedham, ME

What's nearby

  • Phillips Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 17 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 18 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 19 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Bangor Mall - 23 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lucerne Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jones Lobster Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amato's Xpress - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The ATEAM Loft - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kay's Cottage --rustic Maine lakeside cottage located?

Located in Lucerne-in-Maine, this holiday home is steps from Phillips Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Green Lake and Telephone Museum. Branch Lake and Beech Hill Pond are also within 12 miles (20 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. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was easy to communicate with and house is in a beautiful location!! Enjoyed hearing about history of this and neighboring home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful. Rustic, complete with squeaky floors and doors. The kitchen has everything and it's a tidy cozy place. Second summer there for our oldest daughter and family, the rest of us were next door in Scott's Victorian. Looking forward to next summer already.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
Thanks Mathew. We love those cottages also.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I rented this for my daughter and her family and it was exactly as advertised. Scott was great in responding to all my questions in the months before and met us at the cottage, keeping in touch as to our arrival. Kay's cottage is a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Rustic Cottage on a beautiful lake

This comfortable cottage made our stay in Maine a truly wonderful time. Beautiful setting and views from the deck. This rustic cottage was well stocked for cooking meals and comfortable beds for sleeping. My son and I had a great time staying and enjoyed paddling around lake Phillips (canoes and kayaks were provided)in a canoe, and enjoyed fishing too!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a fun and unique place to stay! Scott was an excellent host and when we came in later than expected even went to turn lights on for us and provided some fishing poles for us. This was a great jumping off place for our Maine adventures and provided a wonderful place to relax and play games together. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2025
Thank you Wendy for your kind review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful Rustic Cottage

Kay's Cottage is delightful, held in love over multiple generations. The hospitality was thoughtful and "transparent," that is, Scott communicated that it is rustic. Rocking chairs facing a granite ledge with lake behind is comfort for the soul. A wonderful fire place takes the chill out of the air. And hot water is plentiful. We would go again if we were headed to Acadia National Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2022
Thank you Jim!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So lovely!

Spending a week in this 1893 vintage "camp house" was truly special. The view right outside our door of the crystal clear lake and rocky, tree-lined shore was absolutely breathtaking! Add to that the fresh, fragrant scent of pine and fir trees that literally filled the air. It was an experience we will cherish forever. Think we'll need to repeat it next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Maine cabin

Beautiful property and convenient to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Motorcycle trip to Maine & Canada

The owners of this property are the nicest couple. Communication was excellent and they met us at the property when we arrived. This was a very good thing because our trailer got stuck on the way in and we needed the their help getting unstuck. Everything we needed was provided and the cottage/camp was exactly as advertised. With no wifi or TV, it was the perfect getaway we were hoping for. Thank you for a great experience all around!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rustic, historic Maine lake camp!

Just what we expected and were looking for! Beautiful site right on the lake. Bedroom window looked east over the lake to the rising sun. The sun set behind us, setting the hill across the lake ablaze! The loons serenaded us morning and night, while hummingbirds danced daily around the feeder on the porch! The nearness of the main road was a blessing (quick trip to Ellsworth and Bar Harbor), but a little noisier than I would like. The camp has been in the owner’s family since it was built after the Civil War. He was very interesting and helpful! Lovely, we would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Maine getaway

Scott and his family host a beautiful late 1800's lakeside cabin situated on a pristine lake. We stayed for a week and had a great time exploring nearby Acadia, Bangor, Blue Hill area, and more! We'll definitely look to rent again the next time were in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lake stay.

Amazing views of the pond from the house. Clean property. Rustic cabin near every place in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2021
Thanks Jay! The cottage has been in my family since 1893. We like it also.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin by the lake

We enjoyed our stay at Lucerne in Maine. The cabin was comfortable and the views of the lake were great. We would definently stay there again. Steve
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2019

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Hosted by Scott Ramsay

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