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Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, books, music library
Nestled in the picturesque Lakes Region of Maine, this charming 1900's home offers a tranquil retreat. Stroll to Lake Maranacook town beach or launch your kayaks from the backyard and explore Annabessacook lake. With original wood floors and new windows, this cozy space features a sun room perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard

Enjoy the beautiful Lakes Region of central Maine! This charming 1900's home is on a quiet dead-end street, walking distance to Lake Maranacook town beach, and a minute stroll to Downtown Winthrop. Bring your kayaks and kayak from the backyard to Annabessacook lake! Enjoy fishing for large and small mouth bass as well as trout right in the backyard. With 10 bodies of water for kayaks, boating, jet skiing and more, hiking trails on Mount Pisgah, and Vaughn Woods, winter skiing nearby & ice fishing. Winthrop has all the outdoor fun!
2 bedrooms & 1 full bath on the 1st level & the entire 2nd level is ideal kids, with four twin beds. All new furniture & bedding
Winthrop is centrally located in Maine, minutes to Hallowell and Augusta. Within an hour or less to Freeport, Boothbay, Camden, Portland and Rockland. Just over an hour to Bethel (Sunday River), Sugarloaf and Rangeley.

The space
This home was built in 1900, has some of the original wood floors and doors. (new windows). There is a pretty sunroom off the King Bedroom to have your morning coffee or a cocktail at night. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed in the yard.
There is parking for 2 cars in the driveway. Any additional cars can be parked on the grass on the side of the house.

We have a king bedroom with attached sunroom.
A queen bedroom which is a joined to the king via a French door. The second floor has four twin beds, great for kids. All bedrooms have ceiling fans, upstairs has a window air conditioner as well as many fans available. There is an air conditioner in the living room as well.
We find 6 guests are very comfortable, with one bathroom but there are beds for up to 8 guests.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please take all your trash to the trash cans outside. Do not leave any recycling, the town doesn't pick up. If you can strip the beds it's a big help for the cleaners.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties or any loud gatherings This is a quiet street and out of respect for the neighbors we ask that outdoor activities be wrapped up by 10:30 pm
Non smoking property. If there is smoking renter will pay an addition $250 cle aning fee

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Dogs must be leashed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is not a crib or high chair available

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Walk kayak to 2 lakes stroll downtown Winthrop
Kayak From Backyard or Walk to Town Beach Downtown Winthrop
FALL WEEKENDS AVAILABLE! WALK TO LAKE TOWN! KAYAK FROM BACKYARD

About the area

Map
Winthrop, ME

What's nearby

  • Maranacook Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Annabessacook Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 15 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Colby College - 31 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Bowdoin College - 48 min drive - 81.0 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪White Duck Brew Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fast Eddie's Drive In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Weathervane Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard located?

Situated in Winthrop, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Maranacook Lake and Annabessacook Lake. Augusta Country Club and DFD Russell Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ironman weekend

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering in Winthrop

Enjoyed our stay. House was clean and well equipped. However, access to Lake Annabessacook is limited. Will consider staying there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Region Charmer

We stayed at this home while in town for Maine 70.3. The location was great. Winthrop is a cute little town. Home was close to two beautiful lakes. The backyard was very peaceful, right next to a stream. The home was well appointed and had everything we needed. The communication with the host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Maine

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Winthrop. We were visiting relatives in the area and needed a place to spend our nights and this was perfect, it had everything we needed. The house was spacious, with more than enough room for the 2 couples that stayed there. The kitchen was well stocked with all kitchen items we needed for making breakfast and more. The house was clean and well-decorated; the beds were extremely comfortable. And our host was very responsive when we had questions. Next time we visit we would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

David C., Arlington, VA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent spot for exploring Kennebec and visiting Augusta

This was my family's home base for the Ironman 70.3 Maine triathlon that my wife and I raced. We had a good time in the house, cooking in the kitchen, playing in the living room, and gathering our stuff for each day's excursion. We managed the one bathroom and using fans rather than AC for most of the house. The house has its quirks, but given the favorable location it's a nice property. A good choice for exploring the Kennebec Valley!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice house, glad there weren't more of us

There were 4 of us and sharing the common space might have been hard if every bed was filled . It was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The AC unit in the living room was a godsend , And the fans available really made it comfortable. Not really any water access , I suspect due to the severe lack of rain. Owner very responsive when I had questions .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awful "Host" - Misleading Listing

We booked this home as a place to sleep in between ice fishing with my family. Upon arrival we were disappointed with the location. Across from a graveyard down a dirt road with houses on top of each other. The home smelt like dog, there was dog hair everywhere, the sheets smelt unclean and strongly like perfume and the upstairs sleeping quarters had thick dust all over the baseboards above the beds. When booking it was just me an 4 others, then we had a few more family members join. BEWARE: the home says it sleeps 8 but you're charged more after 5. The owner has cameras watching over the property, my husband unplugged one to use the outlet and the host flipped out and called the cops on us for a "large party" and the responding officer joked that she had a hard time finding the complaint because when she arrived the home was dark and quiet as we were getting ready for bed. The host makes you purchase insurance so she can claim damage even if minimal, one guest drove on the "lawn" covered in snow so we couldn't tell the difference and she claimed the "lawn was destroyed" because of a couple tire marks she then submitted an $550 insurance claim for it. I have photos, the home was honestly left in better condition than when we arrived. The host claimed that she tired to get in touch with me - I have 2 emails charging me for the extra guest (sent while I was out on the lake for the day) one of them borderline threatening saying " she will be arriving at 10am on check out day to leave the $$ and we better not be there when she arrives". I also had zero missed calls as she claimed she called endlessly. This host is watching your every move, so if that makes you uncomfortable you are better off at the Hilton 10 mins down the road, it will be much cleaner too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022