Lake House with Swim Area, Dock, Deck, Canoe, & Paddle Boat (1BR+, Sleeps 6)

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Terrace/patio
9.6
Outstanding(69 Reviews)

Cottage in Chesterville, ME

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this cottage rental

Loon's Nest was recently purchased in the spring of 2017 and renovated to be family friendly, open, and comfortable! It's a great cottage for a family or couple to enjoy the lake and all it has to offer!

We purchased and renovated our first house on Norcross Pond in 2016 (a 3BR+ down the lake - VRBO#886930) and were so excited when this smaller camp came up for sale on the same lake in 2017! We spent the spring of 2017 renovating and had a full house of guests all summer and fall! We hope you enjoy sharing our Maine getaway. You can see some of the renovation and lake photos on Instagram @LoonsNestMaine

House: The main living and gathering space is on the upper floor (kitchen, dining, living room with pull out sectional, and full bathroom), downstairs is one bedroom (queen bed, pull out full size sofa bed, and desk). Bedroom also has room for a pack and play (available upon request). Both levels have huge windows that overlook the lake and the new deck. There is a full kitchen equipped for cooking and a vintage oven and cooktop that you're sure to enjoy! The house has a re-built deck, morning coffee area off the front of the house, and a "happy hour" deck down towards the beach. There is a small front patio (non-lake side) with a charcoal grill and seating area as well. Also, if you're coming with little ones, there is plenty of baby/toddler gear available if needed (high chair, pack and play, books, crayons, paper, games, toys, kids plates/cups/bowls/etc).

Lakefront and Lake Description: Stairs lead from the house to a private beach area
with dock, canoe, and paddle boat available for use (included). Norcross Pond is one mile long with camps and homes along one side only – keeping the lake quiet. Water is clear and the lake has a sandy bottom for great swimming. Speed boats, pontoon boats, and jet skis are allowed, but since the lake is small you don't gets boats out all day. A boat ramp is available if you want to bring your own boat to park at the dock (note, the boat ramp is dirt and steep). The lake is full of bass, perch, and stocked with trout, so bring your fishing rods no matter what season you visit. There are also nearby places for blueberry picking, hiking, movies, ice cream, restaurants, etc. The lake is amazing for fall foliage and is in close proximity to Mount Blue, Tumbledown, and Other hiking mountains for fall.

Local Things to Do: hiking, blueberry/strawberry/apple picking, movie theater, ice cream, lobsters, restaurants, markets, festivals, fair, antique shops, biking, breakfast at the Post Office Café (a must!), skiing, snowmobiling, and more.

Nearby Excursions: Farmington, Belgrade Lakes, Mount Blue, multiple ski mountains, Sandy River Railroad, DEW Animal Farm, Norlands Living History Center, Golf (Turner Highlands, Sandy River, Wilson Lake, and others), U Maine Farmington events, and more. Lots of excursions (hiking, skiing, ocean, and more) within 1-2 hours - Maine coastal towns (Camden, Rockport), Rangeley and Saddleback Mtn, Sugarloaf, Bethel/Sunday River Mtn, and more.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Family friendly

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Reviews

9.6
Outstanding(69 Reviews)
10.0
Sep 2024
Lovely location. Good access to lake. Basic comfortable cabin. Must use commercial water in large jug as water from house pipes not potable. Changing jugs on water machine beyond us. Hosts promptly provided help. Be prepared for lots of stairs. Good aerobic exercise!
10.0
Aug 2024
The cottage provided everything we needed for our stay. It's clean and comfortable. The views from living room and bedroom were beautiful! We enjoyed swimming, boating and fishing! Highly recommended for families with kids who love water activities.
8.0
Aug 2024
Hot weather in a cabin with no window A/C is a challenge. Wish the large downstairs bedroom windows opened. Lack of potable well water was a surprise. Very busy road with tight shoulder parking across from cabin entrance.
8.0
Jul 2024
The pond had a pair of Loons, which made the trip amazing! Boating and laying on rafts was so nice; clean warm water. It’s on a main road where vehicles are going way too fast much of the day, including tractor trailers, which really took away from how peaceful it could have been. The stairs from the bedroom to bathroom are also very loud when using them during night. We had a great time, but it’s important to note that it’s pretty rustic, has an incredible climb up and down to the lake and the deck furniture was covered in pine sap, so really not usable. It’s not for folks who like luxury. The host was slow to respond and never got back to us on a question asked mid week, via text.
8.0
Jul 2024
Had a great tìme. Had everything we needed for the week...even coffee! The week was brutally hot..would have benefited from AC. (Only reason we probably wont be back) The lake bottom was mucky, but water shoes solved the problem (for the adults anyway) overall, a great time...beautiful view. Very quiet (except for one morning when a neighbor was screaming at the the top of his lungs which was scary) only lasted a few minutes.
10.0
Jun 2024
Quiet, comfortable and quaint. Great location to experience day trips throughout the state or just to spend the day unwinding
10.0
Oct 2023
Such a cute little cabin perched on the shore of the pond. It’s been remodeled for modern comfort (including the best ever shower in a camp!) while keeping lots of retro cabin feel. And the views from both levels are amazing, like being in a treehouse! We stayed here while visiting Manchester for a Maine Cabin Masters lobster bake, it was a perfect location, a nice country drive about 25 minutes away. We really appreciated being able to bring our young Lab, who had a blast diving off the dock and swimming in the pond. If you’re bringing a dog who isn’t a swimmer, there’s no real yard for exercise and the “relief” area is the parking area across a fairly busy road. The steps to get into the cabin and down to the lake are very steep, but new and very safe with sturdy handrails. Communication with the owner was excellent, wi-fi and TV worked well. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and plenty of blankets, etc. to enjoy our short stay. Highly recommended!
10.0
Sep 2023
Beautiful views from every direction. Very nice and clean cottage many upgrades since we stayed 6 years ago. We will definitely be back. Laurie & Ian were great hosts they were very prompt to answer any questions. Highly recommend

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Chesterville?

The average price for a rental in Chesterville is $248 per night. This rental is $121 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake House with Swim Area, Dock, Deck, Canoe, & Paddle Boat (1BR+, Sleeps 6). For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lake House with Swim Area, Dock, Deck, Canoe, & Paddle Boat (1BR+, Sleeps 6) pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Lake House with Swim Area, Dock, Deck, Canoe, & Paddle Boat (1BR+, Sleeps 6)?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.

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