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Pond House - Donnell's Pond in Franklin, Maine

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Pond House is located on the shores of a serene Maine lake, offering a tranquil retreat with two kayaks and a dock for your enjoyment. Unwind in the comfy living room with lake views or cook up fresh lobster in the fully equipped kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pond House - Donnell's Pond in Franklin, Maine

Located on one of Maine's most pristine lakes this brand new cottage features 2 bedrooms, on the main level (with queen-size beds). A comfy living room (with a view of the lake) complete the picture.

The Pond House has a fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen is an open concept, complete with a five burner gas stove, dishwasher refrigerator and a complete assortment of pots and pans. If the mood hits you... there are also baking supplies. A large island for cooking or dining make meals enjoyable and fun. Many guests dine on the deck and feast on freshly cooked lobster.

Dock and two kayaks available for your enjoyment. Fire Pit, Hammock, two decks and a gas grill. (all with a view of the lake). only 35 miles from beautiful Acacia National Park. Hiking, Kayaking and Swimming are located steps from the cottage. Enjoy kayaking and swimming during the day and sleep to the sounds of the loons at night. It's a wonderful place to relax... you won't want to go home.
At night light a fire in the fire pit, sit back and relax.
New this year -- improved landscaping and a beautiful rock fire pit. Summer in Maine -- it's wonderful, fall in Maine it's beautiful.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Catherine Hill Winery and Wild Acadia Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downeast Scenic Railroad and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters. Bar Harbor Whale Watching and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
ME, Franklin

What's nearby

  • Donnell Pond - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Abrams Pond - 39 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Acadia National Park - 46 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Schoodic Beach - 55 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 58 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galley - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Honeybee Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Chester Pike's Galley - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Petite Bakery - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pond House - Donnell's Pond in Franklin, Maine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pond House - Donnell's Pond in Franklin, Maine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pond House - Donnell's Pond in Franklin, Maine?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pond House - Donnell's Pond in Franklin, Maine located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Donnell Pond and within 12 mi (20 km) of Spring River Lake and Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show. Tidal Falls and Abrams Pond are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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