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Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Exterior
TV, DVD player
TV, DVD player

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is HK$1,170
HK$1,463 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Strong cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Tom Piekart

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
The keys are hanging on the hook by the door.
Wlfi password is on the black box near the TV

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
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 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

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About the area

Map
Strong, ME

What's nearby

  • Porter Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Maine Huts & Trails - 36 min drive - 31.7 km
  • University of Maine - Farmington - 36 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Webb Lake - 48 min drive - 47.6 km
  • Embden Pond - 56 min drive - 42.6 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Elephant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rib - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Country Delight - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.?

As of 27 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake. on 11 Aug 2025 start from HK$1,169.59, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Porter Lake and within 16 miles (25 km) of Mount Blue State Park and Stanley Museum. The Nordica Homestead Museum and Ski Museum of Maine are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Paddle, float, fish, or rope swing into the near by crystal clear mountain lake. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Amazing stay!

Everything was great! We really enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta F.

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

Excellent stay

Cabin was amazing. My second time staying at this place. Amazing host. Clean cabin with all the amendities.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host was great, the stay was peaceful and the camp was clean. Will definitely stay again some day!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful exactly what I was lookin for dog friendly love the feel at home open concept inside owners very friendly door open when arrive the owners let u settle in then great u very friendly people will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard j.

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

Strong maine vacation

Great place, nice area, clean snd well stocked cabin.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sterling L.

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

Porter Lake stay

Camp was as advertised. Owner very friendly and helpful. Nice quiet location and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

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

Respite

Awesomeness and quiet, with views of a magnificent lake:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

Great little cabin

Close to a beautiful lake, peaceful, cute cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raejeania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very nice and quiet. The host was very nice and he was easy to get in touch with if we needed anything. The beach, that is only a 5 min walk to get to, is clean and relaxing. I highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rémi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were only there for one night, but the cabin is very spacious and comfortable, and the surroundings were lovely with the fall colors in full swing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Lake retreat

Tom was welcoming and let us know he was there if we had any questions
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marylou t.

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

Staying in western Maine.

The property had everything we needed and more. Access to lake and nice beach with bathroom. We had a very peaceful visit. Would highly recommend. Great for kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Great stay

Tom was a great host, property was great and well located to necessities. I had everything I needed and camp was very charming. Very much enjoyed my stay. Would definitely consider returning next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Lyle S.

Disliked: Location

Get-away with grandson

Great place to bring kids. The lake is close to the cabin and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great Place

We loved staying at Tom’s cottage. It was cozy and warm and had everything we needed. Tom is a great host, enjoyed chatting with him. We will definitely rent here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

VICTORIA R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peaceful

The house was clean. It was peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

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

Short Stay but nice!

We stayed in the cabin for one evening. It was lovely and Tom was a great host and was very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria A., Waltham MA

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

Amazing getaway!

We enjoyed staying at this place! The Host is very friendly and helping. Very clean and cozy house, homelike property! Porter Lake is one of the warmest lakes in New England!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

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

Great getaway

House was perfect, owners were great with communication and flexibility.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Porter lake

Tom the host was awesome and very helpful.the property was also awesome.peaceful.quiet and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Zach is the best camp host I've ever met Always smiling and laughing with the guests
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

GINGER G.

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

cute lake cottage

very remote and cute
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Stay at the Lake in Maine

The cabin was very clean and well-stocked. Tom was very helpful in giving an overview of the property and providing information on hiking spots in the area, in addition to other local information.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristie F.

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

Family vacation

Just as described!! Rustic, simple, in touch with nature and cozy ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Nice place in a great area.

. Only stayed one night and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022