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MAGICAL 97 yr. old Mayflower Lodge Waterfront Cabin Silver Lake, Swim SUNSETS

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Property grounds
Exterior
WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

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Manchester, ME
  • Popular LocationAugusta Civic Center8 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaine State House12 min drive
  • Popular LocationAugusta Country Club15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

MAGICAL 97 yr. old Mayflower Lodge Waterfront Cabin Silver Lake, Swim SUNSETS

To refer to Mayflower as a "Lodge" is, perhaps, presumptuous but in 1936 when my parents were offered the use of "Mayflower Lodge" for their honeymoon they were very happy to accept. One of the first buildings on Silver Lake, it had no running water, no electricity, and an outhouse. But what a view! They continued to return to Silver Lake their whole lifetime, building a camp and retiring there until their passing. Their descendants still call Silver Lake "home" with 4 generations of camp owners present. This magical lakefront antique cabin is only 6 miles from Augusta Maine and has been updated with new stainless appliances, new bedding, sofas and outdoor patio furniture, and a ROKU Smart TV and internet. The interior is entirely knotty pine including walls, ceiling and floors. There is original art, Native American pieces and even an authentic deer antler chandelier made with real shed antlers! There are 2 Stand Up Paddleboards, a 2 person Kayak, 2 single person kayaks, an aluminum row boat and a canoe for your use. No fees! In the summer months the lake water rises for comfortable swimming in it's crystal clear water. The most stunning feature of Mayflower is the huge covered balcony deck with lounge seating for 4 as well as a dining table and chairs for 4 so do enjoy those camp meals outside as you watch the sun setting to the West. Or you could take a meal sitting under the umbrella at the lower deck waterfront picnic table! Come stay and enjoy a paddle around the lake and listen to the resident loons and experience a true Maine vacation in this beautiful part of Maine. We still call it Mayflower Lodge.

Property manager

Gordon Silliker

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site

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

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

This property does not allow children

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

About the area

Manchester

Located in Manchester, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Old Fort Western and Old Federal Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Samantha Smith and Maine State Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Augusta Civic Center - 8 min drive
  • Kennebec River Rail Trail - 12 min drive
  • Maine State House - 12 min drive
  • University of Maine at Augusta - 13 min drive
  • Augusta Country Club - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Damon's Quick Stop - 4 min drive
  • Burger King - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MAGICAL 97 yr. old Mayflower Lodge Waterfront Cabin Silver Lake, Swim SUNSETS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MAGICAL 97 yr. old Mayflower Lodge Waterfront Cabin Silver Lake, Swim SUNSETS ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MAGICAL 97 yr. old Mayflower Lodge Waterfront Cabin Silver Lake, Swim SUNSETS ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MAGICAL 97 yr. old Mayflower Lodge Waterfront Cabin Silver Lake, Swim SUNSETS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Manchester cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Alfond Center for Health, Belgrade Lakes Chain and Kennebec River. Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery and Augusta Civic Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time in the North Woods
This cabin is a perfect retreat in the Maine woods. We had a wonderful time enjoying the lake's crystal clear water especially with all the watertoys . The cabin was good sized and super clean. Roy was so friendly and easy to deal with it made the whole vacation a pleasure. We will be back next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally C., Boxford MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Short family getaway
My husband and our 22 and 19 yr old son’s arrived to find the cabin clean and containing everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. The kitchen has plenty of dishes and utensils. We loved the cabin themed dishes! A choice of a Keurig coffee machine or a drip coffee maker was nice. The appliances are new and everything worked perfectly! The kitchen also had a supply of napkins, paper towels, etc. which is always nice for anyone who might have forgotten to bring their own. The cabin is a fun environment, really a throwback to earlier times. Love the decor and antiques hanging on walls and placed around the living area. The beds all have plaid bedspreads which fit the theme perfectly. The bed linens are a very good quality and we appreciated that. The towels and beach towels are also very nice and top quality, another nice touch. The bathroom has plenty of hooks for towels. The tub is a claw foot style and very deep. This could pose a problem for someone who cannot easily lift their leg up and/or has balance issues. I held onto the edge of the sink when climbing in to take a shower. The beds were very comfortable, the seating on the deck is very nice. The wifi worked great as did the smart TV. We used the kayaks and rowboat, too. You feel like you’re away from everything but only 10 min away is Augusta where there are quite a few fun looking restaurants and bars. It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing camp!
We had such a great time here and would definitely recommend staying here. The cabin has everything you need, and is very cozy. The porch is amazing! We spent every morning and evening outside. Be sure you sit on the dock at night and look at the stars...it's incredible what you can see without all of the light pollution from a city! There are restaurants and stores close by, but you feel like you are a world away at this cabin. We even had a bald eagle at the lake one morning! It's a great location to stay if you want to do more than just the coast or the lakes. We went to the coast, and also went to Baxter state park. The hosts are very friendly and available for anything you could need. We had a fabulous time and would certainly stay at the Mayflower Lodge again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B., Cobalt, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Silver Lake Stay
Owners were wonderful and helpful. House was clean and comfortable with all the things you would need to have. The lake is very clean and we could see bass swimming around from the 2nd story deck. Enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you Roy and Anita!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
I loved everything about this cottage! It was really cute on the inside, but the porch was beyond fabulous! We spent a lot of time on the covered porch overlooking Silver Lake, watching the sunset or the rain and listening to the loons! The lake was super clean and the hosts provided kayaks, paddleboards and a row boat! It had everything we needed. We had the pleasure of meeting Roy and Anita when we arrived and they were very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
We’ve stayed all over Maine in the last 8 years, coastal and mountain, way north and west. I have realized being on a lake is the way to go for me. The water is warmer and swimming excellent. I have to say Silver Lake and the Mayflower Lodge were truly magical and not too far a commute from Boston. The lake is extremely clean you can watch fish and turtles under the surface from the perfectly perched porch on the cabin. The lake mirrored the surroundings and sky as it was quite still while we were there. The owner has all the water crafts needed to explore, fish or float. The cabin is excellent and in great shape with plenty of areas to hang out. There’s dining areas inside and on the porch, as well as on the lower deck. There’s multiple sitting areas as well. The porch was a favorite to relax and watch the lake. Eagles, Loons, a Blue Heron and many smaller birds were interesting to watch. The interior has interesting architecture and lines, all knotty pine, crisp and clean. The goal was to relax and this spot did just that. Away from it all yet close to conveniences and not too far from the coast, if you are looking for that vibe. We will definitely return to Mayflower Lodge. Perfect for single traveler, a couple or 2 or small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Camp Adventure
This property was amazing! Beautiful view of the lake with swimming and boating such fun. The inside had all the comforts of home with all the necessities available you could need. The property owners were more than accommodating. From the upper porch we were able to listen to the loons, watch an osprey, and awe at the blue heron noisily flying by. A place worth visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023