The cottage was very lovely with great decor and comfy chairs and pillows throughout.Excellent amenities. Much pleasure with being 10 feet from the lake!

Sometimes you dread to see a vacation come to an end. Sometimes you REALLY wish you could stay even longer. This was one of those vacations. Cottage on "Little Thumb" isn’t a place to stay, it’s a place to unwind. One can get anything they want out of their time here. The host provided everything needed and the cottage itself said "Welcome back!" every time we opened the stained-glass front door. The dock gave us the chance to laze away a sunny day, after awaking to the loons calling one another through the foggy mist earlier that morning. We believed the same loons to be present and calling as we were fortunate to watch the full moon rise over the Damariscotta Lake during our stay. The enclosed porch was a perfect place to sit and read one rainy afternoon. Chipmunks, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, cedar waxwings and even a couple of muskrats were additional treats. The cottage is conveniently located to anything needed or wanted but is tucked away enough to provide you with your own sense of space. We enjoyed our time and hope to return in the near future. Ken & Melisa

We had a great time staying on the lake. It was nice and quiet and the kids caught fish right off the dock. The cottage was spacious and well equipped. Exactly as advertised. We can’t wait to return.

Beautiful views of the lake full of singing loons and the occasional bald eagle. Wonderful stay with the family.

We had a very nice stay. Damariscotta is a cute town with nice restaurants.

The camp was cozy and comfortable, very private and quiet. Our only issue was with the trash and checkout. To get the linens washed, trash taken to the transfer station, clean counters, etc., pack up and get out by 10 was challenging. Making checkout at 11 would be a big help. We loved having the washer and dryer, overall we loved it!

The cabin was exactly as it was described. My friend and I spent a very quiet week decompressing from a long school year. She fished every day and I kayaked every day. Even on cold & rainy days, we enjoyed turning on the gas fireplace and watching a movie, reading a book, or napping. Everything we needed to cook or stay at the cabin was available. We didn't leave the cabin for two days...:-). Very lovely and quiet vacation. Dionna PS: The sound of the loons and the fresh air in the cabin are a bonus.

Fabulous location directly on clean, quiet, secluded lake! The cabin is clean, well equipped with everything you need, comfortable! Beautiful lake views from every window! Perfect spot to enjoy peaceful lake time, but not to far from local coastal towns like Damariscotta, Rockland, BarHarbor & Camden for shopping, restaurants & boating/sightseeing adventures! The whole experience is spectacular!

Summary: Design is great but Function is lacking—(1) cabin should be properly cleaned and prepared for guests' arrival, (2) working remotely is a concern with the poor wifi, and (3) the listing should clearly express that the dock is not always available, due to the dock not being a fully floating dock. The Good: Cabin is lovely, location is great, beds were comfortable, and it was quiet during our stay. The Not-So-Good: Prior to arriving, the host messaged to say that the cleaners had not had time to clean the windows and floors (although we booked 7 months in advance). After 14 hours of travel, we were excited to sit on the dock and enjoy the evening; however, the dock was in pieces in the backyard. We messaged the host and she stated that the water level was currently too high for the dock to be put in; over the next few days, we inquired again about the dock (since we noticed other docks in the lake) but the host said that she didn't have a fully floating dock. Finally, on Thursday evening, someone showed up to put the dock in the water so we were able to enjoy the dock for one full day (rather than the six that we had planned for). Overall, it seemed as if the cabin sat empty all winter and wasn't cleaned and prepared for our arrival. On the night we arrived, in addition to the lack of a dock, the picnic table and fire pit were covered with tarps and we had to search for the outdoor chairs. Although it was easy to locate the kayaks and paddles, we could not locate the life vests; a search of the cabin, shed, and outdoor spaces yielded no results. Finally, I checked the storage space in the cabin (a sort of small attic) and found the life jackets there. As the host stated, the windows and floors were not in great shape; however, the rest of the cabin didn't fare much better—we had to scrub the coffeepot, microwave, and dishes before use. Also, the listing indicates reliable, fast internet but we were unable to work using the wifi; we would wait several minutes for a page to load with no success. We traveled into town to work at a coffee shop a few days and, when working at the cabin, I used my data.

Nice little cottage with everything you need. Sunsets are awesome with the sun beaming on the fall colors reflecting off the lake, it was like the woods were on fire. Lots of places to go that are only a short drive and then back to a peaceful cottage.

It was private and perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at lake edge in this well-equipped, lovely cabin. We kayaked, watched loons and herons, and walked the island roads. Well located for exploring the Mid-coast.

We are 3 long-term (40+ years) friends looking to find a good place and a few days to spend some precious time together. Here we found the perfect place. It was cozy, comfortable and well appointed. Conveniently located on a secluded road in a beautiful spot on the Lake. We loved our time together here.

I have been at the property a good 10 times. It is my favorite summer escape. There is profound quiet here!!! The property is simple but absolutely perfect!!!

After losing both my parents (my son’s grandparents) this past year, we decided a trip to Lake Damariscotta together would do us good. As the summer was booked, but fall is typically not an option due to work and school, our host worked with us in finding an extended weekend in the “shoulder” season. The cottage is a true, elegant, lake cottage.

Beautiful lakefront location. Very quiet. Property is well maintained. Owner is very attentive. Can’t wait to go back!

Little Thumb is a lovely cottage right on Lake Damariscotta, a wonderful, big lake. Lots of swimming, kayaking and sitting on the dock enjoying the view. And there is a lot to visit in the area: beaches, walks, fun towns, art exhibits... This was my third year renting Little Thumb and I was very happy with it. Natalie, the owner, is very friendly and helpful. I plan to rent again next summer.

This is our second stay at the property. We love the location and the house is very comfortable. Very grateful for extra fans, as the air near the lake is pretty still.

Impeccably maintained cottage right on the lake. A quiet spot for the most part with easy access to amenities in Damariscotta.

My family and I enjoyed are time! Weather was beautiful. We fished, swam in what could only be described as a giant tub of bath water 😬and kayaked. The camp is a beautiful renovation that none of us wanted to leave. We were fortunate enough to meet the owner. Very nice & it’s obvious a lot of heart went into making this camp what it is today. We’re already talking about our return!

We loved the cottage and its location! Clean, cozy, and yet felt roomy and comfy, perfect for the two of us looking to getaway from the madness. Water just out the back door, but can also be seen from anywhere in the main living space in the house. Lots of light, air, love.

We enjoyed a restful and peaceful stay kayaking and enjoying the wildlife. Damariscotra is close by with quaint shops to explore. The cabin is beautiful and very comfortable.

We had a wonderful week at the cottage. So relaxing sitting on the porch looking out on the lake. The cottage was very clean and well stocked. Perspective renters should know that the entrance to the water is rocky, not sandy, which is not uncommon in Maine lakes. I would certainly recommend this cottage.

We had a wonderful week at the cottage. So relaxing sitting on the porch looking out on the lake. The cottage was very clean and well stocked. Perspective renters should know that the entrance to the water is rocky, not sandy, which is not uncommon in Maine lakes. I would certainly recommend this cottage.

We had the best time at Little Thumb. The cabin was perfect for our needs. The size was right, there was a washer/dryer and the well meant we didn't have to brush our teeth with bottled water. The bonus was all the wonderful pictures of wildlife I took right there at the cabin. It was perfect.

We had the best time at Little Thumb. The cabin was perfect for our needs. The size was right, there was a washer/dryer and the well meant we didn't have to brush our teeth with bottled water. The bonus was all the wonderful pictures of wildlife I took right there at the cabin. It was perfect.

It was exactly what we were looking for. A quite retreat from our daily lives. We relaxed, ate oysters at a few nice restaurants and read. Would do it again in a heart beat. Wish the kyacks were still in the water even though it was cool out. We would have used them. Thanks

A lovely property in a beautiful location on Lake Damariscotta. Would certainly stay at this property again. Landlord was very responsive when there was an issue with the heating. The one disappointment was the property was advertised as a lakeside rental with two docks where you could sit out on the water and enjoy sunset views, etc. When we arrived, the docks had been removed from the lake for the season. Without the docks, virtually no access to the lake due to surrounding vegetation and trees.

We very much enjoyed our stay at Little Thumb . Perfect location for gathering and relaxing with friends. Cabin has been nicely remodeled and the location on Damariscotta Lake is stunningly beautiful . Sunsets were spectacular and sitting on the dock listening to loons, watching osprey and bald eagles was so relaxing. Water is amazingly clear and although we did not swim or kayak this trip, we hope to be back to do both on next visit. Cabin has very nicely stocked kitchen and we prepared and ate most of our meals in. Beds were very comfortable and cabin very clean. On cooler/rainy days we really enjoyed just sitting on the porch overlooking the water and reading or playing cards. It is not far to coastal towns of Rockland, Rockport, Camden etc. , but we found we did not like to leave much. Natalie was very responsive and helpful host. We really hope to return!

We very much enjoyed our stay at Little Thumb . Perfect location for gathering and relaxing with friends. Cabin has been nicely remodeled and the location on Damariscotta Lake is stunningly beautiful . Sunsets were spectacular and sitting on the dock listening to loons, watching osprey and bald eagles was so relaxing. Water is amazingly clear and although we did not swim or kayak this trip, we hope to be back to do both on next visit. Cabin has very nicely stocked kitchen and we prepared and ate most of our meals in. Beds were very comfortable and cabin very clean. On cooler/rainy days we really enjoyed just sitting on the porch overlooking the water and reading or playing cards. It is not far to coastal towns of Rockland, Rockport, Camden etc. , but we found we did not like to leave much. Natalie was very responsive and helpful host. We really hope to return!

The cottage and location was perfect for our fall getaway. We enjoyed using the kayaks and taking in the beautiful scenery. Thanks for letting us stay there!

We loved our stay and Natalie was wonderful. Her place was cozy, comfortable and well appointed. We arrived after dark only to wake up in the morning to a lake 30 feet outside our back door. She had everything we needed and the location was perfect. And the kayaks were fun. We had a small problem lighting the stove and she was there first thing in the morning to take care of it. Thank you, Natalie, for a wonderful stay.