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Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage

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Take advantage of a firepit, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage

  • Screened Porch w/ Water Views | Wooded Lot

    Wake up to the tranquility of Great Pond at this vacation rental, where days are spent fishing the trout-stocked lake, paddling from the private dock, or unwinding in the hammock by the shore. Grill dinner on the expansive deck, gather around the fire pit beneath the stars, and soak in the hot tub after a day outdoors. With a cozy loft the kids will love and endless waterfront fun, this cottage is made for unforgettable Maine memories!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    OUTDOOR LIVING
    - Furnished deck, hot tub, gas grill
    - Fire pit, hammock, patio set
    - Commercial-grade raft
    - Beach chairs & towels
    - Screened porch w/ lake views
    - Boat dock

    INDOOR LIVING
    - Flat-screen TV w/ DVD player, Bluetooth speakers
    - Gas fireplace, electric fireplace, wet bar
    - Jetted tub, telescope
    - Cathedral ceilings, hardwood & stone floors

    KITCHEN
    - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
    - Microwave, coffee maker, toaster
    - Dishware & flatware, spices
    - Trash bags & paper towels

    ACCESSIBILITY
    - Single-story cottage w/ loft, steps to enter

    PARKING
    - Driveway (6 vehicles)

    -- THE LOCATION --

    - Waterfront property on Great Pond w/ trout-stocked, spring-fed lake
    - 33 miles to Ellsworth
    - 35 miles to Bangor
    - 36 miles to Maine Forest and Logging Museum
    - 48 miles to Acadia National Park
    - 53 miles to Bar Harbor

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - No pets allowed
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Please observe quiet hours after 11:00 PM
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio
  • Telescope

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Kayak
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 and a first aid kit
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 UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Aurora, this cottage is on the waterfront. Graham Lake and Hopkins Pond reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Collins Center for the Arts and Orono Farmer's Market. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting. Visit our Aurora travel guide
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Great Pond, ME

What's nearby

  • A suspension bridge over a calm river with trees and a clear sky.
    Penobscot River
    54 min drive - 38.3 miles
  • Graham Lake
    35 min drive - 19.7 miles
  • Chemo Pond
    43 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Phillips Lake
    55 min drive - 38.6 miles
  • Cross Insurance Center
    59 min drive - 46.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mace's Snackbar And Grill
    24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 25 miles (40 km) of Graham Lake, Hopkins Pond and Chemo Pond. Beech Hill Pond and Abrams Pond are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Hot Tub, Dock, View! Waterfront Great Pond Cottage Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities were thoughtful and useful, home was very comfortable, and the host very accommodating. Lovely spot.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great pond

We had a great time! The house was very clean and beautiful. The only complaint, was the docks were not out on the water as advertised in the listing and the wifi did not work. I would maybe add to the listing that docks are only out during certain times of year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a lovely property!

Such a lovely property! My boyfriend and I enjoyed the beautiful views as well as the fire pit and hot tub, such a lovely spot. Our dog has never been happier getting to swim in the stunning pond and relax on the deck and screened in porch. The home inside is so lovely as well and even if the weather wasn’t 100% outside we enjoyed watching movies inside. Although it’s a little ways away to Acadia we still were excited after a long day of hiking to come back and enjoy the serene property. We would definitely book this property again and cannot recommend it enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice, but remote

Nice stay, we enjoyed our stay. The location is unique and enjoyable, but be aware that the locarion is quite remote and there is limited phone service on the property. Also, the water heater does not keep up with hot water demands if there are a lot of people needing water. Overall, we were glad we chose this house because it was a very nice setting. Our family loved the hot tub and the very large pond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hanging on Great Pond

I stayed with my hubby my son and his family and we all absolutely enjoyed it all. It was a beautiful property enjoyed sitting and enjoying that great fire pit and pond. Was the perfect place to get the R&R that we were looking for. Our 3 year old grandson had a grand time at the pond. He caught his first fish a great time. Thank you....Debbie
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A dream family vacation

This was truly a dream.My parents, my little pup and I spent an amazing week at the Great Pond retreat in July.. We got very lucky with the weather . The house had everything we could’ve ask for and more. It was set up with love and we could tell the owners put a lot of thought into every detail. Gene was very responsive and helpful.We all relaxed and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings.We loved it so much that immediately after getting home we booked the house for the next year’s summer vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Honeymoon Getaway

We had a great stay. The access to water, nature, and a secluded oasis was the much needed break we needed. Property had all the amenities inside that we needed. It was extremely quiet and dark outside in evening. It was very easy to get rest. The property was slightly not as pictured due to seasonal change for some of it but the hot tub was different than the one pictured and the cabin has shed a bit since pictured. The cottage did have a lot of character and we would book again. The location an hour from Airport in Bangor, Ellsworth, and Acadia National Park made it a great location once you figure out which driveway it is down. Did try to reach out to host with no luck, but we were able to figure it out on our own. We were away from it all, but could easily get where we wanted to go, so all in all a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fabulous setting and comfortable home

A great place to stay with so many amenities, a high quality home on a gorgeous remote lake setting. The biggest surprise was a 1500+ pound bull moose running full speed crashing through the forest. The fall colors were just starting along with impressive sunrises. The listing should emphasize remote area with no cell phone coverage. There is wifi, but spotty...email is fine. The house has a land line but no long distance capability for inbound/outbound calls. A member of our party was seriously injured on the property. In the emergency we reached the county sherriff, who then summoned emergency services (arrived one hour later). The situation was made worse by having to drive 15 minutes to find cell phone service in order to coordinate additional ongoing assistance to our injured party. The generosity of the owner during and after the emergency was exceptional and appreciated. This is a great young family get away or for a romantic getaway but future renters should communicate closely with the owner if you have any reservations about renting a remote property. Additionally, the listing should explain when the dock is stored on shore. We learned after making our final lease payment that fishing dramatically closes to many species on October 1. Our stay was negatively affected by this when we had expected a two-week fishing experience from Washington state to remote Maine. Although our stay was marred by an emergency, I highly recommend this property. We loved it.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet & peaceful retreat

Enjoyed a restful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property, the privacy was unrivaled and I’m from a very rural area in PA. The views were awesome and the cabin had everything we needed and then some! Highly recommended for a family getaway or lovers getaway. We honeymooned there and will forever treasure the time we had there enjoying the lake fishing and autumn trees turning.
The view
Snuggled up on the couch while hubby fished
Enjoying the boat and catching some panfish
Ramen by the lake makes it taste better
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful serene lake front family vacation

We absolutely loved our stay. House was beautiful, lake was quiet, private and pristine. Couldn’t have asked for more! Kids and adults had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A little piece of Heaven

This house has everything! Beautiful quiet lake! We enjoyed our time and the hot tub was amazing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an incredible time at this cottage in Great Pond. The cottage was wonderfully stocked and we felt at home right away. The screened in porch is probably where we spent the most time and was perfect for our two dogs. The water was absolutely beautiful and we were happy to have use of the canoe. Like others have said, finding the property was a bit tough, but read the check in instructions and you'll be fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My Favorite place on the earth!!

This was our second time here, and hopefully we'll have more times in the future! Loved It!! James
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall visit

This property is very nice and as advertised! We had a great visit. The kitchen is as well equipped as any vrbo I've experienced. I note that google maps sent us to a property down the road based on the address provided, but we figured it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little piece of Heaven

This house has everything! Only an hour drive from Acadia. Lake is peaceful! Enjoyed the relaxing hot tub while listening to the loons on the lake! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway

The property was as advertised. It is a beautiful cabin hidden in an amazing spot. The water access was great, kids loved the paddle boat, fishing off the pier, and swimming in the pond. There is nothing that I would change. Thank you for letting us stay at your house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A Wonderful Escape

We had a lovely stay in Great Pond! Sun room is gorgeous and there are plenty of places to enjoy the lake. As a backyard birder I especially enjoyed the Loons, Owls, Chickadees and so much more in the surrounding trees. The only thing that was unfortunate was the dock wasn’t yet set up, and that was a major reason we were looking forward to our stay. There weren’t many safe areas without the dock to load in and out especially with a dog. Still, looking forward to future visits to the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Remote luxury on a clear Maine Lake

The house was everything pictured and more. It's well-established, but very modern. Although the weather was cold and windy part of our visit, we felt comfortable and relaxed. The lake is pristine and my grandson loved taking the paddle boat out with his grandpa. The landscaping was really luxurious and planted carefully to grow in place for the future. Hummingbirds entertained us from our seat in the hot tub and the floral fragrance was an added bonus. The kitchen is well equipped, and the appliances including a gas range were perfect. The beds were comfortable, but the loft space was so small our grandson at 5'4" couldn't stand upright. The bathroom is a little outdated with a spa garden tub and a shower stall as opposed to a larger shower and smaller more usable tub. The drive to the house is a couple of miles off the beaten path, yet the road is fully occupied with landowners and rental houses. It's a nice neighborhood, though quite remote, which is what we wanted.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy cabin

The cabin is so comfortable with all amenities. We walked the Long Pond road and enjoyed reading in the main room with a nice fire going. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t great so we couldn’t use the lake, but we loved our stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing views

I don't know how the check in process usually occurs and maybe this was a fluke experience but I had not gotten a single message from VRBO or the property manager from day 1 of booking. I was expecting a full detailed check in process but got silence for months. My wife and I searched the area for 45- 60 min and finally met with a resident on the lake (very nice woman) who also agreed it was unacceptable that we got no special instructions especially on how to find the cabin. She was very courteous and led us to the cabin a short distance away. Once there, the cabin and experiences were amazing . We spent a lot of time at the lake and the sunroom. Bluetooth speakers in the home were very nice and easy to connect to. Cabin was fully stocked and well updated. Overall we would definitely revisit. Serenity 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September stay

Beautiful yard and view/ access to lake. Love the cottage, very comfortable, quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

This was hands down the best vacation property we’ve ever rented! The house and grounds are even nicer in person than they are in the pictures. The lighting and the decor are a total vibe. The lake is stunning, especially the loons serenading us each night. The home has a ton of character and is extremely well loved. We appreciate that so much more than corporations owned renral properties that have no love or character to them. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us! Our stay was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful Cottage

We enjoyed our stay! The house was well equipped with everything we needed. Well thought out extras and wonderful design outside and inside. The area is quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed listening to the loons and the serenity of nature. If you want a place to get away and reset this is the place! Close enough to take day trips to Acadia, Bar Harbor, or Lubec. Also enough to keep you entertained at the cottage so no need to leave!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Beautiful

The place is even more beautiful than the photos. Be prepared to drive for an hour plus to get to civilization but to us it was totally worth it. The place was very clean, well supplied and comfortable. The lake is amazing and the grounds are well thought out and nicely done.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022