Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.
House in Penobscot, ME
13 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
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 house rental
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I am a family and pet friendly retreat. With water views throughout the home. There's a beautiful small beach with walk into the water that if perfect for small children. There is also a 60 foot dock with deep water access for the older children and adults alike. Enjoy swimming from rock to rock or hang out and fish from the dock. The yard and or deck has Sun most of the day. You can Kayak out to see the sunset, or rent a pontoon boat from me, by the day for or by the week. we have two available. Were eight miles from Ellsworth 20 miles from Bangor, were you will find all the shopping and Casino. And Acadia national park is only 35 miles away perfect for day trips , back at night to enjoy the lake.
The yard is beautifully landscaped, a large yard for hanging out barbecuing and playing games.
I am a family and pet friendly retreat. With water views throughout the home. There's a beautiful small beach with walk into the water that if perfect for small children. There is also a 60 foot dock with deep water access for the older children and adults alike. Enjoy swimming from rock to rock or hang out and fish from the dock. The yard and or deck has Sun most of the day. You can Kayak out to see the sunset, or rent a pontoon boat from me, by the day for or by the week. we have two available. Were eight miles from Ellsworth 20 miles from Bangor, were you will find all the shopping and Casino. And Acadia national park is only 35 miles away perfect for day trips , back at night to enjoy the lake.
The yard is beautifully landscaped, a large yard for hanging out barbecuing and playing games.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Penobscot, ME
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Reviews
Summary of reviews
Guests raved about the property offering ample space, fun activities for all ages, convenient location, well-equipped kitchen, crystal-clear water, and attentive hosts.
5.0
We spent a relaxing, fun-filled week in this spacious house that offered so much to do! We loved the pedal boat, canoe and kayak. Saw fireworks from the dock, swam, fished and enjoyed listening to the loons by the campfire. A good time was had by all 3 generations. Michael is an accomodating and responsive host.
4.0
Great family time!
4.0
10 people, ranging 9-months to 70-years old stayed here on our annual family retreat, and with a few exceptions, all had an amazing time!
The lake is absolutely gorgeous. Crystal clear water and tons of boulders just under the surface that both kids and adults enjoyed. The back yard was plenty spacious for activities and relaxing, and the sandy beach was perfect for kids. Driveway comfortably fit 3-4 cars, and the view from the deck was perfect. Acadia & Bar Harbor are an easy drive for day trips!
However - We arrived to find wet laundry in the washer. The loft beds were unmade and missing pillows. The sliding doors and screens to the deck were extremely difficult to open/close - even for adults. The propane tank ran out 2-minutes after lighting the grill the first time, and the backup tank had a significant leak from the relief valve. The freezer door ice dispenser was missing, preventing top shelf items from freezing well (keep your ice cream down low). The basement bunk room flooded - two separate nights, soaking kids bags left on the floor and ruining some items. The kids woke with sore throats, and after the second flooding we didn't feel comfortable sleeping down there due to the air quality.
Michael, the owner, was very responsive, and accommodating when able. Overall our trip was very nice - mostly due to the water frontage and remote location. I would recommend this property to anyone who prioritizes those features over the minor issues noted above.
5.0
Stayed here for a week with two families ( 4 parents and 7 teenagers). Host was accommodating and helpful. Property had plenty for the kids to do and was close enough to drive into Acadia and Bar Harbor. Lots of space for the families to spread out to relax, play games, or swim. Water was crystal clear and out teens loved jumping off the rocks. Would be great for younger kids as well!
5.0
Well equiped spacious home that met the needs of a multi-generation family. Lake was beautiful with great fishing. Conveniently located to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Owner was very responsive.
5.0
This is a wonderful property. The host was greatly attentive and friendly. The house is very convenient and a wonderful lakeside home, with many amenities. The fire pit was a great addition that my entire family enjoyed. Same with the fully appointed kitchen complete with lobster pots, flat propane grill for steaming (outside), butter dishes, shell crackers, etc.. Highly recommend getting fresh seafood from Dorrs lobster pound and preparing it on premises.
Thanks again!
5.0
We had a wonderful time on the Pond! Everything we needed was available. The house was well equipped and the beach was perfect for our kids from age 2 to 40!!! Everything thing we could ask for!
5.0
Very thing great inside and outside!
This is a super great property to spend time at away from home. 3 levels of living! Great place for sunny days as well as rainy days. Nice space to enjoy family and little ones to play and sandy beach for the our toddlers. Great deck to enjoy eating outside, relaxing, and enjoying the views. Very clean!! We would definitely come again!
Owner Mike is the best!!!
5.0
Fun and Functional
Our group of 6 adults and 6 children loved this spot! Much time was spent on the dock swimming, lounging, and fishing. The location on Beech Hill Pond is great, and we found it relatively quiet, especially during the weekdays. Also, a quick drive to Ellsworth. We will be back!
5.0
Great family vacation!
Super fun house and property for all ages. Lots of highlights-beach, rocks to swim to, fishing from dock, big lawn for play, firepit, and beautiful view!
5.0
Great House
My family enjoyed our stay at the house on Beech Hill Pond. Both the kids and adults enjoyed playing foosball, pool and darts. The backyard is a great place for kids to play and adults to relax. I would recommend this property.
5.0
Amazing property
This property was amazing. The house, the yard, beach, dock!! Everything was wonderful. Michael was so easy to work with and was very helpful. My 12 family members all had a great time and really enjoyed our stay. We cannot wait to come back.
5.0
Stay at Beech Hill pond.
Pretty spot. Accessible to Acadia. Enjoyed kayaking and paddle boarding. Nice deck and beach area.
5.0
Lakeside getaway
This is a perfect property for families with children. We spent hours swimming from rock to rock. Fish live between the rocks and under the dock and can be caught with basic tackle and worms. The shed is full of supplies that you may need including fishing gear. The dock is ready for your boat rental. A quick trip to the other side of the lake is endless fun for children who jump off of the giant rock. At night you can take your children into the yard to hunt for crayfish and frogs. Overall, a wonderful vacation spot.
5.0
Summer 2020
The lake and dock is where most the time was spent. And it was very nice, water crystal clear and great fishing. Would enjoy visiting again
5.0
Wonderful stay
Perfect location, perfect stay, wonderful property. House was perfectly clean, and well equipped kitchen. Took full advantage of the provided kayaks and canoe, grill and fire pit. Kids were entertained at night by the extensive DVD collection. The adults enjoyed reliving memories looking through the LP's (though we couldn't get the record player to work - we still enjoyed by using the homes Wi-fi to listen to the albums via online services). Kids enjoyed fishing from property and having a private beach. Master bedroom was comfortable and spacious. Loved the deck access for morning coffee before the whole family awoke. My whole (extended) family just loved the house and our stay. Comfortable for all, and plenty of entertainment right in the home.
5.0
Family get away
Amazing property and amazing owners. I can’t thank them enough for sharing their property.
5.0
Best Maine Vacation
Our family has traveled to Maine for 8 years and really enjoyed our trip north to Otis! We are a party of 12 with dogs in tow & age range from 7 to 83 years. The house was big enough to accommodate us all. The lake was lovely and it was just a short trip to Acadia or to Ellsworth for dinner out. Mike was attentive to our needs and checked with us to make sure all was going well. Highly recommend this house.
5.0
great week on Beech Hill Pond
We couldn't have asked for a nicer week to spend together as a family. Grandkids loved the yard; beach; fishing and swimming. Plenty to play with- Adults all enjoyed themselves as well- no complaints at all.
Our dogs were able to be with us and they spent their days in the water; on the rocks and watching the fish and ducks. Thank you for giving us a week chock full of lovely family memories.
5.0
Lakeside retreat
Our family spent a wonderful week at this comfortable, well appointed lakeside home. The children enjoyed swimming and fishing. The adults relaxed around the lakeside firepit in the evenings as well as in the lower level game room. There was ample space for all of us , which included seven adults, four children and several dogs.
Mike and Tracy were very accommodating and quick to respond to our questions. Highly recommended by all of us.
5.0
Can’t say enough good!
Everything was perfect! Our families felt at home and felt very welcome. No complaints! Highly recommend this property!
5.0
Great place for a relaxing and fun family getaway!
Our family of 6 stayed for a week in early June (apparently, just before the "season" kicks off in this area) and all had a WONDERFUL time here! The house is lovely with lots of space for everyone inside & out, gorgeous lake views and nice location to drive out for some excursions. Our 4 teenage kids had a lot of fun every evening in the downstairs "man cave" walk-out basement/rec room, with darts, pool table, foosball, games and comfy movie area. The only thing that would make the place better is if the shower in the master bath was completed, but at least it is nice that there is a dual sink/vanity since it's currently a half bath. Having washer & dryer downstairs was great & meant we could pack light for the trip.
The owners, Mike & Tracy, were SO sweet and helpful! We took the recommendations of other reviews to book a tour of the lake with Mike on his pontoon boat. It was a nice ride, around, seeing all the homes and hearing about local life - we also stopped at the public beach so the kids could hop out and explore. Was about 2 hours total. On our last nice day at the house, Mike even came over and challenged our two oldest boys to a dive in the lake off the dock (the water was still FREEZING COLD - and we are from Florida, so definitely not used to that!) and it was so much fun for them to have that experience. I don't think they would have gone in the water otherwise.
We also took advantage of the canoe & kayaks on the warm days and enjoyed roasting marshmallows over the firepit during the chilly evenings. The wood stove/fireplace was really nice to have and made a cozy fire inside too.
Easy day trips we took were out to visit the Green Lake Fish Hatchery nearby, see sights in Bangor, Bar Harbor/Acadia and also saw the Bay of Fundy in St. Andrews, N.B. Canada (a couple hours drive away). Around Otis, be sure to visit the General Store and pick up some breakfast sandwiches, and pizza for lunch or dinner. At Mike's recommendation, we also tried the crab rangoon - which were NOT on the menu but I'm so glad I asked for them - they might be the best I've ever had!!
Overall, a very fun, unforgettable trip! Thank you Mike & Tracy for sharing your beautiful place with us :) We made sure to sign the guest book and even gifted a new puzzle to the house for your next guests to enjoy too...
4.0
Peaceful week at the lake!
We love fall vacations and Maine provided a great week with a wonderful mix of weather. Thank you to Michael and Tracy for sharing their lake cabin and providing a canoe for guests. Lovely views of the lake and we had two great opportunities to paddle down the lake and back. We loved the deck and waking up to the view of the sunrise over the lake. While it was very peaceful out at the lake, it was an easy drive to Ellsworth and even down to Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park, offering us the best of both worlds.
5.0
Fantastic Getaway
We had a great time at beautiful Beech Hill Pond! The house was beautiful and immaculate!! Beautiful views from the deck and backyard. The kayaks, canoe and dock were great. Caught many fish and a bald eagle soared right over our heads. At night we would go inside and watch a movie from the huge dvd collection. We couldn’t of asked for anything better. The nine of us had a great time and made memories that will last a lifetime!
5.0
A Dream Vacation Home
For the second time, we had the most incredible vacation at Mike and Tracy's house on Beech Hill Pond. The house is terrific. There was plenty of room for our boisterous family of 8, which includes 2 toddlers and a big dog. The lake is simply perfection. During the day, we would swim or canoe, or sunbathe and play lawn games on the idyllic property. It is TRULY the best beach on the lake! The yard is also a nature lover's delight. Loons would drift by, bald eagles would fly overhead and hummingbirds would zip from flower to flower. The sprawling deck was the perfect location to eat dinner while listening to the loons and watching the sunset. And the downstairs game room is awesome -- every night we would play foosball, darts, pool, and cards. Mike and Tracy are warm and welcoming hosts. A highlight of our vacation was when they took us on a tour of the lake on their boat! Our family would recommend this house to anyone who wants the most relaxing vacation of their lifetime.
5.0
Awesome home, great location, clean and lots of room
Second time staying at this house. Had another great week. House accommodated 11 adults with no problem. Had a blast on the lake fishing, swimming and kayaking. Spent a day in Acadia hiking and went again another day to watch sunrise atop Cadillac Mountain. Caught some nice size small mouth bass right off the dock. Overall highly recommended and will be back next year.
5.0
An ideal getaway for families
We spent a week at the house with three families - 6 adults and 4 kids total, between the ages of 1.5 and 6. Based on the reviews, photos etc we thought it seemed like a pretty good fit, but it even exceeded our expectations are far as being kid friendly. The sand area/beach right on the lake provided endless entertainment for the kids - digging, splashing, building sand castles, and even swimming right off the beach. The backyard also played host to a number of whiffle ball and soccer games. We made a fire in the fire pit every night, sitting out under the stars drinking local Maine beers and ciders and listening to the call of the loons. The dock provided a great launching point for kayak and canoe trips, including to the local public beach on the lake which is absolutely beautiful (not exaggerating to say warmth of water and clarity of lake made it feel like Caribbean). One other item to recommend is a boat trip around the lake on Captain Mike's pontoon boat, which everyone loved.
Inside, there is plenty of space for three families. One of the bedrooms is a loft overlooking the main living area, so privacy is limited there but that wasn't a huge issue for us. Kitchen was great, cooked lots of good meals without issue. Basement is huge and was a great place for the kids to play. Internet was surprisingly fast, but we didn't need to use it too much owing to where we were staying. Propane grill could use an upgrade. Overall, can't say enough good things about the house and the hospitality. Highly recommended.
5.0
This place has everything!!
Great place for indoor and outdoor. On our stay we had more rain than shine however with the downstairs mancave we were entertained. The owners were very kind and helpful we received free wood for the fire pit a replacement propane tank for grilling and trash removal when we needed it removed. We rented other lake houses but none offered these benefits. The kitchen area had everything we needed so make sure not to over pack like we did and ask before bringing small appliances or kitchen ware.
Overall we had a great time
besides the weather but that's something out of our control.
We will definitely visit again.
5.0
Beautiful even in the Fall!
While not given to long reviews, we must advise that the Cottage on Beech Hill Pond in Otis, Maine is a wonderful experience even in the cooler weather. We were there for a great week in late September 2017 and really enjoyed it. I can just imagine being able to swim and boat during the warmer months, and it's no wonder it has 5 star ratings from so may others. The Cottage is large and comfortable enough for two families -- but was extra special for the two of us and our super-great and mushy pit bull. Nilah! Plus it is little more than 15 minutes from Ellsworth with some great restaurants, and about an hour from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor! It's location is peaceful, real "country" and ideal for a relaxed get-away. Enjoy!!
5.0
Absolutely loved it..
What a great vacation. We had beautiful weather and spent every day out on the beach. We went fishing, kayaking, and set up some games on the grass. The house was clean and had everything we needed and more.
4.0
Great spot. wonderful view of pond from deck and lawn.
It was a great spot on the pond.This was a family summer vacation and we had 8 adults and 4 grandchildren a puppy and an older dog. The small beach was great for the young kids and the adults swam off the dock. The lawn was flat enough that we could setup and play games there. With our large group we appreciated the dishwasher and the fridge with water and ice in the door. The dining area was a bit small for our group but the weather was good and we ate many meals on the large deck. Overall a great week.
5.0
Awesome view of the lake, plenty of room to spread out, great for kids
We stayed for a week with 7 adults, 6 kids ranging from 1 month to 6-years old. There was plenty of space for everyone to eat and sleep. Kids loved their own private area to make sand castles and the cove made it so that nobody could get too deep in the water too quickly. During our time we saw loons, otters and a bald eagle. We traveled to Acadia two days. It was about an hour drive each way, but the drive was lovely and gave us an excuse to stop at a lobster pound for lunch. Be sure to pick up some wild blueberries or blueberry soda in Ellsworth. This nearby town has an LL Bean outlet as well as a Walmart and grocery stores to stock the cabinets during your stay. Property owner was also very responsive and always available. Would highly recommend a stay!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Penobscot?
The average price for a rental in Penobscot is $178 per night. This rental is $406 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.. Enjoy the water!
Is Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park. pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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