At 10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
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Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug
Picture this; A rural dirt road leads you through the woods, past cottages dotting the edge of Sebasticook Lake. After a half mile you'll see on your left a line of boulders that set the scene for your entry to Quilt Maker Cottage. This sweet little cottage sits nestled in the trees. A horseshoe drive goes around the perimeter of the level, almost acre, lawn. Perfect for playing Corn-hole, Croquet, Badminton, Horseshoes, or just run with the kids or dog. Yes I did say dog. This cottage is only dog friendly. Sorry, no kitties, reptiles, hedgehogs, or other fancy critters allowed. Contract with owner has stipulations. This cottage is 600 square feet in size, and has been completely remodeled. Open floor plan with full size appliances in the kitchen. The pantry can hold just about anything you want to put in there. Head up the 'pure cottage' stairs to the master bedroom. A wall of windows with white sheer curtains that waft in the breeze is waiting at the top. From the Queen size bed the first thing you see in the morning and last thing you see at night is beautiful Sebasticook Lake, while you listen to the water lapping the shore and the Loons sing their songs. Why does this cottage have 'Quilt Maker' in the title? Because you will see there are handmade quilts everywhere for your warmth and to take you back in time to Grandma's house. There's even a sewing machine if you're in the mood to work on a project.:) Back downstairs is a full bathroom with tub/shower, stack washer/dryer, and a cool porthole window that opens. The living room has a queen sofa sleeper, TV, Bluray DVD player and large selection of movies. Bring your own games and hook them up to the TV. There are board games also. No WIFI as of yet but cellular service is great. No cable service but 6 -7 channels are crystal clear with one being a National channel. Large L shaped, sleeping porch, can sleep 2 more on full size bed. Also on the porch you will find a dining table for 4, 2 more sofas and 1 chair. Now the best part! 10 steps and you're in the lake! Boat Dock, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, paddle boat, and a campfire pit(wood provided) for those evenings to tell scary stories. There are two areas for outdoor dining. There is a large platform with dining table, a picnic table and a gas grill for those fun cookouts. There is a hammock, and the sunsets are remarkable! Newport is centrally located in the state of Maine and is within 90 minute drive to Bar Harbor, 30 minutes to Bangor Airport, two hours to Portland airport and is about 1 mile to Anglers Seafood Restraunt. Best seafood for the seafood lover! Sebasticook Lake is the largest lake (4,288 acres) within the confines of an individual municipality in the State of Maine. The lake provides for many recreational activities: swimming, boating, fishing, and snowmobiling. Both lake and its shores provide habitats for several wildlife species, such as sea run alewives, smelts, smallmouth bass, white perch, black crappie, and many bird species.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outside only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
On a lake
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 600 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Not really big enough for large parties
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
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
Note from host: Not really big enough for large parties
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Newport, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. JW Parks Golf Course and Hermon Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sebasticook Lake and Great Moose Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Newport travel guide
Is 10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at 10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Sebasticook Lake and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital. JW Parks Golf Course and Great Moose Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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10 Steps And You're In Sebasticook Lake. This Is Where You Go To Unplug Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great space and location. Very clean cabin with all the amenities you need. The enclosed back porch facing the lake and the master bedroom with a wall of windows facing the lake were our favorite features!
Danielle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A little home away from home. We truly enjoyed this little gem with comfortable bed in the master and nice amenities. All we needed to do was show up!
Very nice location on Lake Sebasticook. Clean with well appointed kitchen, beautiful lake front view with daily eagle and loon sightings; peaceful and relaxing. Road to the property needs a little work.
Property was clean, very well represented on the VRBO site. The lake is so clear it was amazing. The property manager was very responsive and gave us some good tips on local dining. Very relaxing. We would definitely recommend it and would definitely go back ourselves.
We really enjoyed our vacation in Newport. The camp was lovely and our 15 year old dog acted like a pup swimming and exploring. We had a great time and the camp is close to town if you need anything. We hope to come back soon. Thank you!!
This was our second stay at the cottage. Very comfortable and cozy. We were able to have our dog with us which was a bonus. Close to friends and family for us. Already talking about our next visit.
Wonderful peaceful property, close to Acadia. We stayed over Labor Day weekend and had a great experience! Very clean and well organized, everything provided. There is some construction going on next door, but it wasn’t particularly loud so didn’t affect us at all.
Laura A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Ann H.
29 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Great swimming spot
The camp’s proximity to the water, screened porch and open plan are all excellent. We planned on sleeping on the porch, as the bathroom is downstairs; the “double bed” on the porch is really a double cot so it was impossible to sleep well. If the owner puts in a real, comfortable double bed on the porch, we would definitely return for another stay.
This is our 8th time going to this cottage
We have been too many cottages through out the years.
This is by far the best. Dan has everything you would need for a relaxing stay , plus many water toys.
Everyday you can go out on the dock and watch the
Bald eagles in the tree a few hundred ft away.
We plan on coming back next year just have to pick the dates.
Perfect getaway. Feet from the water, great porch, all the ammenities you would need. Extra plus...owner provides far more than most, paper products,coffee,all kinds of soaps, spices, towels, tons of dvd movies if it's not there you probably can do without😁. The tv's wouldn't connect to the wifi so Dan went out and bought 2 new ones!! Great rental and great host. You won't be disappointed.
The location of the property was nice. It was well stocked with things we needed. The bed in the master bedroom was nice, however downstairs both the bed and pullout were very poor condition. Instead an adult slept on the sofa. This limits the number of people to comfortably sleep here.
The lake was beautiful with clear water and a small beach area. The cabin was well appointed and comfortable. Sleeping on the screened in porch was a treat. Upstair bedroom was quite warm. Could use additional tower fan. Comfortable queen bed. The outside equipment could use some updating. 3 of the 5 water crafts had a broken part or two. Lounge chairs would be a great addition, however, overall a really nice rental cottage. Close neighbors but very friendly.
Cute cottage with everything needed for a stay on a lake in Maine. Beautiful sunsets every night. Stairway to the upstairs bedroom is tight with smaller than average size stairs. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen has everything needed. Smaller compote bowls would be nice for dips/one scoop salads for smaller portions. Appliances worked great. Fridge kept everything fresh and cold. Lots of water activities with small wading area. We saw eagles and Loons every morning. Very quiet even with new construction on both sides of cottage. Lots of indoor activities in case of rain. Tv,s worked great with Roku. Several channels to choose from. Wifi worked great.
No complaints except we should have stayed longer.
Sweet, cozy cottage right on the shore of Lake Sebasticook. My husband and I have stayed here several times and will be back, hopefully, for many more visits. It's small but provides a comfortable place to unwind. It's quiet. Morning coffee on the sunporch and sunset next to the campfire are the best !
Stairs inside are steep and are not suitable for children or those with mobility issues. The outside has many, many tree roots with uneven terrain so care must be taken when walking next to the cabin. Lots of space for playing games and such on the back lawn and the small front yard is great for reading and R&R.
Restaurants, fast food, grocery stores ( Walmart and Hannaford) are located within a couple of miles.
Bangor is 30 min drive and Bar Harbor is a couple of hours away if you fancy a day trip.
Pets are welcome. Washer and dryer are provided. There is a pod-type coffee maker and microwave but no dishwasher.
Overall a nice little place for a couple to spend a relaxing vacation.
by the the campfire areCoffeeTheCofthesun
Lisa L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sarah C.
20 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Mixed Bag
The pros: Great location with great views of the lake and access to the water. The porch on the back is wonderful especially if it rains. Sleeping accommodations were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked.
Cons: We had some troubles at check in as we had not received the code via email as the owner said. Also, it seemed a previous guest had a dog and there was still a lot of dog hair on the furniture that covered our clothes. We had several unfortunate events with the storm door glass breaking when the mowers came and clothes being stuck under the agitator in the washing machine that were beyond our control. Also heads up to those in smaller cars- the road to the house has not been leveled recently and is passable but slow going and pretty bumpy.
The owner was fairly quick to respond to the glass breaking incident and the check in mishap, but his response to the laundry incident was frustrating, though it was eventually resolved.
On the whole it is a nice place to stay and I think some of our experiences were just freak accidents that others won’t experience, but this is an honest review based on what occurred while we were there.
We booked through Bring Fido (VRBO) to include our small, friendly dog. We were looking for a small cottage witth direct lake access. We're NH natives & have been to most parts of Maine. We had never stayed in this area before. In the past have used VRBO also so booking was pretty straight forward. Depending on where you're driving from, it's a bit of a ride. Cottage is not too far from gas/groceries though.
Going up Route 95 is most direct for us but decided to take the back way which is more scenic. The road leading to cottage can be very muddy & bumpy, we have 4 wheel drive. We got the cottage code shortly before we got there to get in. The cottage was clean & had A/C on 1st floor with ceiling fans throughout, There are sliders to back porch which has ceiling fans & 3 way lake views. There are small sized steps with railing leading up to bedroom, on left there is old door mounted. (Use caution) which has windows overlooking the lake. There seems to be plenty of outlets throughout & lighting (labeled). The appliances were full sized and clean with well stocked kitchen & pantry. There were plenty of beach & bath towels.
Weather was sunny & mid 80's all week, perfect for swimming & boating. There was also the bonus of a dock since we brought our canoe & cottage 2 kayaks which we used & (paddleboards need updating). Neighbors on either side nearby with some woods in between (both working on their places). Overall enjoyed views, lake, firepit, loons & peace.
Cottage is awesome our 9th time staying hereThey have everything you would ever need.What a view and the nice beach area which our pups loved, can’t wait to come back next year.Todd & Brenda