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Maine Hidden Gem

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Consider a stay at Maine Hidden Gem and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a water park and a firepit. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Maine Hidden Gem

Gorgeous post and beam, well hidden at the top of Maine’s midcoast.
Tucked in on a dirt road. Yet conveniently located close to many of Maine’s well loved attractions. Enjoy a clam/lobstahh bake, end the night with a great fire, toasting s’mores, and seeing the stars. Really seeing them! Listen to and see wildlife. Celebrate your children’s graduation from one of the many universities around. Celebrate having a nice little holiday with your loved ones. Even consider a small anniversary or wedding here.

Pick lavender at one of the few farms around. Eat local, go fishing, paddle boarding, enjoy a book and or making a sand castle at one of the local beaches. The activities are endless! Or just enjoy sitting under the pergola and working on a puzzle, dining outdoors, with those you love.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

Smokingofanykindisn’tok.Toiletpaperonlydownthetoilet.Breaktherules,paytheprice
Quiethoursbetween10pm-7am

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Yo must clean up after your dog in the yard

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The home has spiral stairs. I provide gates

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Map
Brooks, ME

What's nearby

  • Swan Lake - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 24 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Belfast City Park - 26 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Waldo County General Hospital - 26 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 56 min drive - 62.8 km

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 18 min drive
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swan Lake Grocery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tattooed Dad Brewing Co. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mobile Entertainment Solutions - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪K & K Enterprises - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Hidden Gem pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Maine Hidden Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Hidden Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maine Hidden Gem located?

Located in the heart of Brooks, this golf holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Swan Lake, Swan Lake State Park and Belfast Harbor. Belfast Armistice Bridge and Belfast City Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Maine Hidden Gem Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V. W.

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

Pure maine

Lovely home and owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Justin G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not going back

The listing doesn’t
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
I am not sure if the fault lies with the owner or with VRBO/Expedia but the property was double-booked, forcing us to find other last minute accommodations. Despite several messages to the owner, I still have heard nothing back after 5 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

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

Family Wedding in Maine

The home made for perfect stay for our family. The options for housing in this part of Maine are limited and this home was a very pleasant surprise. It made for perfect location for a family wedding in the area. We also discovered several hiking trails in the area and enjoyed the fall colors. Leanne (the owner) was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lorie T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

This was a great location, close to a lot of things but you also felt like you were in the middle of nowhere. The house was beautiful and there was plenty of room for the 8 of us. The only thing you need to be aware of is there is no air conditioning. The loft does have A/C but the main house does not. While it may cool down at night, we had some very hot days and were not able to be in the main house on those days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Great House! Great stay!!

Really wonderful house. Convenient to Belfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023