Lakeside log cabin absolute escape! Private & spacious w/hot tub, boats, firepit
Cabin in Chesterville, ME
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this cabin rental
Kiwi Lodge is a seasonal short term rental, welcoming you from beginning of June to end October 2025! Peak months are already almost gone so don't delay if you are looking for a totally equipped lakeside log cabin on two private wooded acres for your dream escape to the peace, privacy and beauty of an inland rural area in Maine. Kiwi Lodge is an ideal base to experience Maine in spring, summer or fall, for fishing, hiking and so much more!
Guests love the beautiful scenery, quiet environment, range of activities: soaking in the hot tub while you watch the wildlife, or taking day trips. Many hiking trailheads within 30-40 minutes away; Maine registered Guide nearby to add value to your woods experience or teach you fly-fishing! Maine Cabin Masters just 30 mins away, Bangor and Stephen King House 90 minutes, Portland Head Lighthouse, Portland Museum of Art also 90 minutes. Countless other day trips!
Swim in clear water lake, enjoy wildlife spotting, fishing, boating, hiking, hot tub, firepit, hammock, swim raft, a clear sky that can be full of brilliant stars. No light pollution here!
Total 2,000 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 6 beds, three level house, wraparound deck, spacious lawn.
Fast 1 gig WiFi = 1K mbps for gaming, streaming or if you need to connect with the office online. Eight minutes to charming university town with supermarkets, restaurants, lobster, cinema, icecream parlor.
Note: Kiwi Lodge is in a rural area of farms and woods, with no tourist amenities! This rural area closes down early, except for the loons and wildlife. The nearest mall is 45 minutes away in Augusta or Auburn, with a larger one in Portland, 90 minutes away. Fine dining in Lewiston (45 minutes) and many options in Portland. Nearby Farmington and Wilton have good but casual style options. Lots of lobster though, ready steamed if you want, for fabulous at-home dining on the deck of Kiwi Lodge, overlooking the water.
On main floor: large kitchen, dining area at one end, overlooking garden and lake. Living room and bathroom also on main level, family room and one bedroom on garden level, two bedrooms and bathroom on upper level. No a/c. The occasional hot, humid weather in the summer does not last long, cools down at night and the 17 windows in the house, with ceiling and floor fans, provide great cross-ventilation for an eco-friendly alternative.
Excellent fishing! Good-sized large mouth bass & small mouth bass, sunfish.
Kitchen pantry cupboard has everything needed for cooking at home, even a wide range of spices and all the essentials. Hannaford & Walmart supermarkets are 10 minutes away in the charming university town of Farmington, for very good fresh goods, excellent fish and shellfish.
A deep drilled well ensures pure drinking water. Power cuts can happen, usually from one of the trillions of trees falling on a line, but they are speedily dealt with and there is a generator to deal with a longer-than-normal cut in service. The local maintenance man will quickly connect it.
House amenities: Gas stove, d/w, fridge, microwave, small electrics, all items needed for cooking and baking. And a herb garden outside the kitchen door!
Washer, dryer. Two large TVs, cable, newly installed (May 2024) 1 gig internet, equalling 1K mbps, enables online gaming as well as effective use of all your devices! There are many board & card games, movies, books and a small Foosball table in the family room.
Beds: All hand-made by Maine artisans. Two upper level bedrooms, king size bed in one, queen and full size in the second. Garden level bedroom has bunk with full size lower and twin size upper. Deep comfy mattresses, quality bedding.
Futon available (bring your own bedding for futon) and a Pack'nPlay.
Property amenities: outdoor hot tub, hammock, volleyball/ badminton/pickle ball net, horseshoes, croquet, 55' dock, swim raft anchored in lake. Rental includes paddleboat, large canoe, two sit-on-top and one hard-sided kayaks. Life jackets in all sizes. Gas grill on deck.
Linens, bedding, towels provided, shampoo, conditioner, lotions, all cleaning supplies incl. laundry, d/w detergents, paper goods. Please bring your own swim/hot tub towels.
Local Area – less than an hour (We send recommendations for local area and region after booking.)
Ten minutes to Farmington's shopping, restaurants, movies, golf courses, wonderful hiking! We send you lots of recommendations for what to do, where to go, where to eat. Flint Woods in Farmington has over 60 acres of well maintained, easy paths through the woods, suitable for walkers of all ages.
Many other small towns, like Wilton, 8 mins (eat at Calzolaio’s), Hallowell, 45 mins (antiques, restaurants), Auburn/Lewiston, 45 mins (eat at Fish Bones or DaVinci), Skowhegan, 40 mins - Granary - book a tour, cafe, creamery, Sat. Farmers' Market, large antique store. Don’t forget the farm visits – Turner’s own Nezinscot Farm (30 mins) even has a café, highly rated for breakfast, brunch.
One-Two hours - Too many to list!
Maine Botanical Garden on Boothbay Pensinsula - a seaside botanical garden! Go a couple miles more to town for lobster rolls. Portland – we could go on for many pages. See-do-eat in our detailed guide for guests. Camden and Rockport are both postcard-perfect, impossibly scenic. Boat tours from many places on the coast, for whale watching, island visiting. Missed the moose? Maine Wildlife Park at Gray has them, bears too, and much more. Hiking? Bald Mountain, 3.5 miles round trip, about 1,100' elevation, countless others. Paddleboat trips on Moosehead Lake in Greenville. Freeport outlet shopping (6 LL Bean stores!), and harbor side Harraseeket restaurant, choose your own lobster.
Guests love the beautiful scenery, quiet environment, range of activities: soaking in the hot tub while you watch the wildlife, or taking day trips. Many hiking trailheads within 30-40 minutes away; Maine registered Guide nearby to add value to your woods experience or teach you fly-fishing! Maine Cabin Masters just 30 mins away, Bangor and Stephen King House 90 minutes, Portland Head Lighthouse, Portland Museum of Art also 90 minutes. Countless other day trips!
Swim in clear water lake, enjoy wildlife spotting, fishing, boating, hiking, hot tub, firepit, hammock, swim raft, a clear sky that can be full of brilliant stars. No light pollution here!
Total 2,000 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 6 beds, three level house, wraparound deck, spacious lawn.
Fast 1 gig WiFi = 1K mbps for gaming, streaming or if you need to connect with the office online. Eight minutes to charming university town with supermarkets, restaurants, lobster, cinema, icecream parlor.
Note: Kiwi Lodge is in a rural area of farms and woods, with no tourist amenities! This rural area closes down early, except for the loons and wildlife. The nearest mall is 45 minutes away in Augusta or Auburn, with a larger one in Portland, 90 minutes away. Fine dining in Lewiston (45 minutes) and many options in Portland. Nearby Farmington and Wilton have good but casual style options. Lots of lobster though, ready steamed if you want, for fabulous at-home dining on the deck of Kiwi Lodge, overlooking the water.
On main floor: large kitchen, dining area at one end, overlooking garden and lake. Living room and bathroom also on main level, family room and one bedroom on garden level, two bedrooms and bathroom on upper level. No a/c. The occasional hot, humid weather in the summer does not last long, cools down at night and the 17 windows in the house, with ceiling and floor fans, provide great cross-ventilation for an eco-friendly alternative.
Excellent fishing! Good-sized large mouth bass & small mouth bass, sunfish.
Kitchen pantry cupboard has everything needed for cooking at home, even a wide range of spices and all the essentials. Hannaford & Walmart supermarkets are 10 minutes away in the charming university town of Farmington, for very good fresh goods, excellent fish and shellfish.
A deep drilled well ensures pure drinking water. Power cuts can happen, usually from one of the trillions of trees falling on a line, but they are speedily dealt with and there is a generator to deal with a longer-than-normal cut in service. The local maintenance man will quickly connect it.
House amenities: Gas stove, d/w, fridge, microwave, small electrics, all items needed for cooking and baking. And a herb garden outside the kitchen door!
Washer, dryer. Two large TVs, cable, newly installed (May 2024) 1 gig internet, equalling 1K mbps, enables online gaming as well as effective use of all your devices! There are many board & card games, movies, books and a small Foosball table in the family room.
Beds: All hand-made by Maine artisans. Two upper level bedrooms, king size bed in one, queen and full size in the second. Garden level bedroom has bunk with full size lower and twin size upper. Deep comfy mattresses, quality bedding.
Futon available (bring your own bedding for futon) and a Pack'nPlay.
Property amenities: outdoor hot tub, hammock, volleyball/ badminton/pickle ball net, horseshoes, croquet, 55' dock, swim raft anchored in lake. Rental includes paddleboat, large canoe, two sit-on-top and one hard-sided kayaks. Life jackets in all sizes. Gas grill on deck.
Linens, bedding, towels provided, shampoo, conditioner, lotions, all cleaning supplies incl. laundry, d/w detergents, paper goods. Please bring your own swim/hot tub towels.
Local Area – less than an hour (We send recommendations for local area and region after booking.)
Ten minutes to Farmington's shopping, restaurants, movies, golf courses, wonderful hiking! We send you lots of recommendations for what to do, where to go, where to eat. Flint Woods in Farmington has over 60 acres of well maintained, easy paths through the woods, suitable for walkers of all ages.
Many other small towns, like Wilton, 8 mins (eat at Calzolaio’s), Hallowell, 45 mins (antiques, restaurants), Auburn/Lewiston, 45 mins (eat at Fish Bones or DaVinci), Skowhegan, 40 mins - Granary - book a tour, cafe, creamery, Sat. Farmers' Market, large antique store. Don’t forget the farm visits – Turner’s own Nezinscot Farm (30 mins) even has a café, highly rated for breakfast, brunch.
One-Two hours - Too many to list!
Maine Botanical Garden on Boothbay Pensinsula - a seaside botanical garden! Go a couple miles more to town for lobster rolls. Portland – we could go on for many pages. See-do-eat in our detailed guide for guests. Camden and Rockport are both postcard-perfect, impossibly scenic. Boat tours from many places on the coast, for whale watching, island visiting. Missed the moose? Maine Wildlife Park at Gray has them, bears too, and much more. Hiking? Bald Mountain, 3.5 miles round trip, about 1,100' elevation, countless others. Paddleboat trips on Moosehead Lake in Greenville. Freeport outlet shopping (6 LL Bean stores!), and harbor side Harraseeket restaurant, choose your own lobster.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Chesterville, ME
Reviews
5.0
A lovely week - it just went too darned fast! Kay provides a comfortable, generously stocked home. The beds were some of the best we've encountered. The house is convenient to the mountains, waterfalls and swimming holes, as well as grocery stores and ice cream spots (a MUST for any Maine vacation!).
5.0
If you want a serene, quiet getaway, you will enjoy staying on Sand Pond as did we. A highlight is to paddle out on the pond and observe the loon family. A fun outdoor place to eat is the Farmhouse Beer Garden about 15 minutes away. Lobsters from Moshers were good but they don’t package them properly. They put them in a paper bag so be sure they put the bag in a plastic one or the bottom will break through. Powder House Hills Trails in Farmington is a nice pretty place to hike and fairly easy.
Get away from the hustle and bustle of a lot of our daily lives and stay at Kiwi Lodge.
5.0
Was a relaxing vacation with my in laws, introducing them to some of my family and exploring the falls, beach, and pond.
5.0
Very comfortable cabin. A place to get away from it all. Got to spend some family time without the normal day to day demands. Cabin was comfortable and had everything we needed. Kay was easy to contact and was very attentive.
5.0
Beautiful 3 level log house in private setting with lake access. Kitchen and bathrooms well stocked with all necessary amenities. The only minor drawback was that the house was very dark indoors, especially in cloudy, rainy weather. Also, the main floor windows didn't have any window coverings which might not bother most folks, but we felt a bit 'exposed' at night. The porch with pond views was great for eating outdoors, even in rainy weather. All in all, we really enjoyed our stay and the surrounding area.
5.0
Absolutely perfect cabin! Plenty of room for 6. It was well equipped and clean. It is so homey and comfortable! Can't recommend enough!
5.0
Kay, the host, was so great giving us all the information we needed to enjoy the sites. She made this a Trip of the Lifetime. We went to see the Fall Leaves (and were not disappointed), but the Kiwi Lodge made are trip even more than that. With the Sand Lake Pond right out the back door along with a dock, it was great to fish early in the morning. The firepit down by the water was great in the evening and at night. Watching the sunset with the mirror of the trees off the water was a picture of a lifetime. The Kiwi Lodge was more than enough for the two of us. The Kitchen had everything and more than what we needed. The BBQ Gas grill on the outside deck was so easy to use and we cooked some great meals. The Hot tub on the bottom floor patio was nice for a soothing hot massage after a long day. The top floor had 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The middle floor was the 2nd Bathroom (full), the living rooming, reading room, dining room and Kitchen. The bottom floor had a game room and outdoor patio (hot tub, hammock, and chair and table. The area is gorgeous and going for evening walks were wonderful.
We can't really describe what beauty is at the Kiwi Lodge, you have to go to see it. Words wouldn't do it justice. There are water canoe, kayaks, and paddle boat for use and in good condition.
The greatest thing was the Host, Kay sent us so much information about the area before we ever got there we didn't have to waste time trying to find places to go. The Kiwi Lodge is in Chesterville, ME and about 10 to 15 min drive is Farmington, ME, which has everything you need. Take a drive to Skowhegan it has some awesome waterfalls.
10 Stars to the Host and 10 Stars to the Kiwi Lodge (which is really an Awesome Cabin in the trees and by the water)
5.0
Perfection
The camp was exactly as described, modern amenities but with the feel of an old Maine camp. The pond was crystal clear and we saw loons, turtles and even the elusive resident bullfrog. Owner is very responsive and everything went smoothly. It was quiet and private, which is exactly what we were looking for. Hope to go back next year!
5.0
Perfect In The Woods
I couldn't be happier with this rental - Kay was just awesome to work with and the place was beyond our expectations. Unfortunately, we were there for an event in Jay and didn't get to spend _too_ much time at the cabin, but the time we did spend there was great. I would come back here with my buddies or my family anytime!
5.0
Beautiful Cozy Lakefront Home
Enjoyed a wonderful long weekend at Kiwi Lodge! The home was nicely equipped with all that we needed and we loved the peace and quiet of this location. View of the lake was lovely and the porch was a comfortable place to gather. The hot tub was a great place to relax after a morning walk on one of the nearby trails suggested by Kay. We absolutely loved our dinner at 122 Corson (also Kay’s recommendation) where farm to table food was served in a beautiful post and beam setting. Call for a reservation, it was well worth the price.
Thanks Kay for sharing your lovely home with us!
3.0
Nice spot
Wifi was very poor. Unable to watch movies other than dvd's and it was very rainy so not much else to do
5.0
Family vacation
The place was beautiful. The pictures did not do it justice. Kids enjoyed all the activities on the pond and spent hours on it each day. House was equipped with everything we needed. We loved it and hope to go back next year.
5.0
Kiwi Lodge
Kiwi Lodge was everything we wanted for our relaxing vacation. Very beautiful log cabin, which has everything you need,on the lake. Had a great time kayaking and fishing. Kay was quick to get back to me with my questions...Thank you!!
5.0
Picturesque
My husband and I had a great time at kiwi lodge!
The fish were jumping and the eagles were flying. The home was very clean, very comfortable and quite relaxing, everything to ensure a wonderful vacation! Kayaking was wonderful, it was also nice to take a short drive into town if we wanted and know that when we were tired we had a spot that felt like home away from home! The owner was a pleasure to deal with, very responsive! I would look to stay here again if we decide on visiting this lovely area of Maine in the future!
Kiwi lodge was a wonderful respite!
5.0
Great Stay!
Just want to emphasize how the Kiwi Lodge is one fine place for a vacation. It's the best by far in the 5 years we've been renting vacation spots for us and our kids & grandchildren.
2.5
Just returned from our first stay at Kiwi Lodge. For reference, we're a family of five, three children & two parents, and the youngest kiddo is 12. Kiwi Lodge is beautiful. Was spotless upon arrival, and well equipped. We had a few very hot days during our stay so being on the lake was especially appreciated. The kayaks, paddle boat, and canoe were so much fun. We were in them daily. One of the nights that we went out on the dock to look at the stars, (magnificent each night), we heard loons. Played badminton and enjoyed the hot tub. Took an afternoon to go on a hike, Round Top Trail, in the Kennebec Highlands. Picked up lobster rolls twice from Arkay's Pizza in Farmington. Ate at Gifford's Ice Cream twice as well! Very nice staff at both of these places. If you venture into Portland, the lobster rolls from the Bite into Maine Lobster Roll food truck that is at Fort Williams Park on Cape Elizabeth are so worth the drive. Our family had endured an extremely stressful month prior to our trip. To say that we ALL needed a break is frankly, an understatement and Kiwi Lodge delivered. My husband said that he had never had such a relaxing vacation. We've stayed at a fair amount of rentals by owner so I feel qualified in saying that Kay is one of the best out there. She was always available for a quick question either before or during our stay. She exudes a genuine hospitality that you can feel despite being miles apart. Kay is a gem. This review isn't as eloquent as I would like but it is sincere. I recommend Kiwi Lodge without reservation, pun intended. :) We live multiple states away but do hope to return one day to this charming home.
5.0
Lakeside Love
Just returned from our first stay at Kiwi Lodge. For reference, we're a family of five, three children & two parents, and the youngest kiddo is 12. Kiwi Lodge is beautiful. Was spotless upon arrival, and well equipped. We had a few very hot days during our stay so being on the lake was especially appreciated. The kayaks, paddle boat, and canoe were so much fun. We were in them daily. One of the nights that we went out on the dock to look at the stars, (magnificent each night), we heard loons. Played badminton and enjoyed the hot tub. Took an afternoon to go on a hike, Round Top Trail, in the Kennebec Highlands. Picked up lobster rolls twice from Arkay's Pizza in Farmington. Ate at Gifford's Ice Cream twice as well! Very nice staff at both of these places. If you venture into Portland, the lobster rolls from the Bite into Maine Lobster Roll food truck that is at Fort Williams Park on Cape Elizabeth are so worth the drive.
Our family had endured an extremely stressful month prior to our trip. To say that we ALL needed a break is frankly, an understatement and Kiwi Lodge delivered. My husband said that he had never had such a relaxing vacation. We've stayed at a fair amount of rentals by owner so I feel qualified in saying that Kay is one of the best out there. She was always available for a quick question either before or during our stay. She exudes a genuine hospitality that you can feel despite being miles apart. Kay is a gem.
This review isn't as eloquent as I would like but it is sincere. I recommend Kiwi Lodge without reservation, pun intended. :) We live multiple states away but do hope to return one day to this charming home.
2.5
My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating a milestone in our marriage at Kiwi Lodge. The cabin is beautifully laid out, clean and on a lovely lake. Though it was just two of us, it would have easily accomodated many more. The long dining table off the really well stocked kitchen would have been a great place to congregate, but there was also lots of other space so it would not feel crowded even with a house full. The area around Kiwi lodge is stunning in the fall. Kay was especially easy to work with and she even left us a special surprise to help us celebrate! So thoughtful!
5.0
As Always Everything was Perfect!
It was my third time staying here. Usually it is with my husband and another couple, this time it was a girls weekend, with my old friends from college. They are now all huge Kiwi Lodge Fans too. We had incredible weather, and never left the property. Thank you so much for a fabulous time, once again!
5.0
Lovely fall getaway
My husband and I had a wonderful time celebrating a milestone in our marriage at Kiwi Lodge. The cabin is beautifully laid out, clean and on a lovely lake. Though it was just two of us, it would have easily accomodated many more. The long dining table off the really well stocked kitchen would have been a great place to congregate, but there was also lots of other space so it would not feel crowded even with a house full. The area around Kiwi lodge is stunning in the fall.
Kay was especially easy to work with and she even left us a special surprise to help us celebrate! So thoughtful!
5.0
Enjoyable,very clean house!
Our family of 5 recently spent a week at Kiwi Lodge. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. With two teenagers and a 9 year old, the house was plenty big enough to give the older kids their space when they wanted it. We all enjoyed the hot tub, kayaks and played games at the large dining room table. Kay was very accessible and got back to use immediately via phone and email when we had a question. We've been to the Farmington area many times and always enjoy eating at The Harvest House. We also went to the movie theater in town and 3 of us watched a movie with popcorn and drinks for under $30 - a great bargain! One day, we drove to Auburn to play miniature golf at Tabers Golf and Restaurant. The course is right on a lake and a lot of fun to play. While there, we went to Mac's Downeast Seafood for a good lobster dinner. A couple of us tried out the public golf course in Wilton as well as Diadema Golf Course in North Anson. Kiwi Lodge is in a great location with plenty to do at the house or within an hour or so drive.
4.0
Great Vacation Rental
We rent a vacation camp annually and found Kay to be one of the most pleasant owners to deal with. She called the evening we checked in to see if we had any questions or needed anything. I've never had an owner do this. The camp was one of the most well stocked we've ever stayed at. It's a beautifully decorated and roomy log cabin....beautiful furnishings. It's a very quiet area. My family enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you for sharing your vacation cabin with us Kay.
5.0
Peaceful family vacation
We recently spent a week at the Kiwi Lodge with our sons, ages 11 and 13. It was our first trip to Maine and I looked at hundreds of properties before finally selecting Kiwi Lodge. And it did not disappoint! We spent most of our trip on the lake in the kayaks and peddle boat. The kids loved jumping off the dock and we all enjoyed the family of ducks that visited daily. We ate every meal on the porch, played badminton, relaxed in the hot tub, battled it out on the Xbox Kinect and did a few puzzles. Farmington is a cute town and there are plenty of places for a family hike. Portland/Freeport are a great day trip. But when you leave, you'll really just want to be back on the lake! There were a few days where we had the entire lake to ourselves! I highly recommend this property to anyone who is looking for a great family vacation.
5.0
Just one word - Amazing.
Paradise must be located on a Pond in Maine.
Very Nice Landscape, House is Perfect, Owner very Nice and well Organized.
We Loved to Spend a Great Time on Kiwi Lodge.
5.0
Kiwi Stay
My wife and I stayed at the Kiwi Lodge along with our 2 daughter's the first week of July. Everything you could need for family fun on the lake was provided. Two kayak's, canoe, paddle boat, and an inflatable row boat. The dock was perfect to sit back at night and watch the fireworks on the lake. Kay was an absolute pleasure dealing with throughout the whole booking process. Kay also provided very detailed directions on how to get to the cabin. Along with instructions for the provided wifi, tv access and so forth. Plus took the time to highlight some points of interest that are close to the cabin. The house has all the amenities a family would need. Full kitchen, washer, dryer. Vacation was totally relaxing on the lake. With some days our family being the only one's using the lake. Would stay at the Kiwi Lodge again without hesitation.
5.0
Awesome time a the Lake
Kiwi Lodge was fabulous and the owner was great! This was our first trip to Maine and the kids made sure I knew that they wanted to go back! Crystal clear lake (I could see the bottom 10 ft + down) with good bass fishing. Big enough to kayak around in but small enough to feel safe letting the kids take the boats by themselves.
Highly recommend Mosher's Meats and Seafood for lobster rolls and the meat specials. Gifford's Ice Cream for a sweet treat (try the Maple Sunday... you won't regret it). Acadia was a nice day trip from here... went over to go on a whale watching boat and tour the place, but was happy to get back to Kiwi Lodge.
We weren't lacking for any kitchen utensils/pots/pans/etc. Rental came with canoe, 2 kayaks, and padlle boat which we used liberally. Lots of life jackets in various sizes for all of our groups shapes and sizes.
We had a great time and when we head back to Maine, you can be sure we will be checking to see if Kiwi Lodge is available!
5.0
Vandi Thrall
Kiwi Lodge is the perfect place to watch the fall colors...absolutely beautiful!! The lodge has a terrific dock with plenty of water activities. The lodge is appointed with all the amenities we needed and more. We were there for 2 weeks and never needed anything. If you visit in the fall, there really is an abundance of beauty . A special thanks to the owner for answering all of our questions and supplying so much information about the area!!
5.0
Serenity
My husband and I spent a week at Kiwi Lodge in late August and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Located on a smallish crystal clear lake with a private dock and swim raft (and a canoe, kayak and pedal boat) wihere the call of the loons will lull you to sleep, it's a perfect, private retreat. The house is beautiful and well equipped, There's a hot tub, an outside deck for morning coffee/lunch/dinner, and TVs upstairs and down. Kay was easy to work with and everything was exactly as promised. Her suggestions for dinner/lunch/ice cream helped us easily navigate the area. We'd loved to return, and if we do, we hope to stay at Kiwi Lodge again. Thank you, Kay!
5.0
Five Times and Counting
How can a place keep getting better year after year? Maine is magical but even more so due to Kiwi Lodge. Kay and her team continue to take fabulous care of the place. It's wonderful to see what has changed every year and they are so meticulous about making sure everything is first rate. They manage to make nature as accessible as possible with the water toys, bird feeders and outdoor spaces. You can spend every hour at the lodge and not be bored. Kayaking with the loons is my favorite activity . But there's also so much to do close by or within a manageable drive. This year included a visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Garden-AMAZING!! Portland is a must. If you're a foodie the selection is amazing. And in Farmington I met one of the Rangers from the TV show North Woods Law! I can't imagine a year without a visit to Kiwi Lodge. Unless it's a year with TWO visits!!
5.0
Philly Family at the Kiwi
We had a great time at the Kiwi! Highly recommend to folks who love a relaxing time on a beautiful lake. The lake is super clean, good sized. We had no powerboats just a few canoes and paddle boats so the lake is quiet with lots of solitude. We stayed a week in the middle of August. Family from Philadelphia with 2 girls (10) and (12). Both the inside and outside of the lodge are really nice. Highlights for us included; great fire pit next to lake where we had fires in the evening almost every night, girls loved the paddle boat, canoes and kayak for lake adventures, caught lots of smallmouth bass of the dock (small ones) but missed 5-6 that were probably 3-4 lbs (even bigger are in the lake), hot tub, floating in the lake for hours, loons and eagles, road trip to Blue Mt State Park in Weld (1/2 hour away) and Rangley (1 hour away) both I highly recommend, great badminton setup (we played everyday), blueberry picking, lobster cookout, We had great weather and no bugs (I guess just enough of a breeze) Owner Kay is great. We went to an Italian restaurant in small town of Wilton (really good) and close. I could keep going. The Kiwi is just a great place for family fun!
5.0
I can't wait to go back!!
We stayed here last year, and the pictures are beautiful and still don't do this place justice. We stayed for three nights last September, never left the property and had the most amazing time. It is immaculate, and impeccably furnished and decorated. We booked for three nights this September as well, and I cannot wait to go back to this little slice of heaven!
Matt and Jamie P.
5.0
LOVED Maine and Kiwi Lodge
My husband and I have always wanted to visit Maine and eat lobster. However, we live on a small farm in Illinois and prefer a country setting vs. coastal setting. I found Kiwi Lodge after much research. It was immaculate inside and out, best stocked cooking kitchen we have ever rented, comfy beds, nicely furnished, cozy! The owner had furnished us with a lot of information before we arrived about the area and there was also info when we arrived. The free wifi was great for researching too. We loved Farmington and got groceries and had our lobster steamed while we shopped. We really enjoyed fishing from canoe and taking the paddle boat out too. We grilled fresh tuna on the outdoor gas/charcoal grill and ended a couple of evenings with a campfire by the lake. It was so quiet and secluded, but we heard the loons, photographed the ducks and listened to fish jumping. We took day trips to Rangeley for scenery, Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park for some great history, South Portland for a day of searching and photographing lighthouses and even found The Porthole where Guy visited from Diners Drive Ins and Dives, and visited York and several other coastal towns. Just a great dream vacation! Only complaint...just wish it wasn't so far, because we would love to come back. We are 55, but I would recommend for any age as the house is equipped for a family too with games, inside and out, video consoles, tv, wifi and exploring nature.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Chesterville?
The average price for a rental in Chesterville is $389 per night. This rental is $165 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lakeside log cabin absolute escape! Private & spacious w/hot tub, boats, firepit. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Lakeside log cabin absolute escape! Private & spacious w/hot tub, boats, firepit pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Lakeside log cabin absolute escape! Private & spacious w/hot tub, boats, firepit?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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Fun Things to Do in Ocean City, Maryland
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A Foodie’s Guide to the Best Dining in Orlando, Florida
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Top Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Top Things to Do in Miami: From Beaches to Culture
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The Best Things to Do in Orlando: Attractions, Food, and Family Fun