Title: The Modern Maine Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Modern Maine Retreat Holiday home in Oakland with kitchen ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103230000/103225700/103225660/a95bdd71_edited_ca27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103230000/103225700/103225660/af8327ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103230000/103225700/103225660/a9f0ad56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103230000/103225700/103225660/5e428a57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103230000/103225700/103225660/97d1d608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Modern Maine Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Modern Maine Retreat Welcome to our charming Vrbo home, a classic 1940s New Englander nestled in the heart of Central Maine; a stone throw from Colby College. This cozy retreat offers a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern comfort, providing an authentic experience for your stay. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting interior adorned with quaint touches and thoughtful decor. Our spacious living area invites you to unwind in the living room after a day of exploration, while the fully equipped kitchen boasts all the amenities needed to whip up delicious meals with ease. Upstairs, comfortable bedrooms promise a restful night's sleep, ensuring you wake up refreshed and ready to embrace another day of adventure. With high-speed internet access and plenty of electrical outlets, you'll have everything you need to stay connected and productive during your stay. Step inside our French Door home office and catch up on emails, attend virtual meetings, or dive into creative projects, our office provides the perfect environment to get work done efficiently. No need to blur your background! Outside, you'll find a serene backyard where you can enjoy al fresco dining, relax with a book, or simply soak in the tranquility of the surrounding landscape. Conveniently in Central Maine, our Vrbo home serves as the perfect base for exploring the region's natural beauty, state and national parks, charming towns, and outdoor activities. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a home base for your Maine adventures, bringing your Colby Student to dinner or watching their game, our 1940s New Englander offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and nostalgia for an unforgettable getaway. Book your stay with us today and experience the magic of Central Maine firsthand! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Pickleball ### Safety features - 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Belgrade - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Gym - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=66414306&PinnedHotelID=66414306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pack n' play in home ### Events No events allowed Case by case considered ### 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 Note from host: Case by case considered 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 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 Oakland is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belgrade Lakes Chain and Kennebec River, while Redington Museum and Common Street Arts are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Skowhegan State Fairgrounds or Kennebec Ice Arena. [Visit our Oakland travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland.dx140470) [View more Holiday homes in Oakland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Private-Holiday-Homes.d140470-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.5602,-69.72152&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:i%60_oGnnphL%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40U%40SBUBUBSBUBUBSDSDUBSDUDSDQFSDUFQDSFSFQFSFQFQFSHQHQFQHOHQHQHOHOHOJOHOJOHOJMJMJMJOLMJKJMJKLKJMLILKJILKLILILILILGNILGLGLGNGLENGLENELCNENCLENANCNCLANANCNAL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FN%40NBN%40N%40LBNBN%40NDLBNDLBNDNDLFNDLFLFLFNFLHLFLHLHLHLHLJLHJJLJJJLJJJLLJJJLJNJLJLJLHNJNJNHNHNHNJNHPFPHNHPFPHPFRFPFPHRDPFRFRDRDRFRDPDRDTBRDTDRBRBTBTBRBTBT%40RBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTATATATATARAVCRATCTCRCTCTCTCRERETCRERERERGRERERGRGREPIRGPGPGPIRGPIPINGPIPKLIPININKNKNILKLKNKLKLKLKJMLKJMLKJMJKJMHMJMHMHMHMFMHMFOHMFMFMFODMDODODMDODMBOBOBOBMBO%40O%40OBO%3FM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAO%3FOCOAMAOCOCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMEOGMGMGMIOGMIMGMIMIMIMKKIMKMKKKMMKKKMKKMMKMKMKMKOIMKOIOKOIOIOIOIQIQIOGQIQISGQGQGQGSGQGSESGQEUGSESESESCSEUESCSCUCUCUCSCUAUASCWASAUAUAUAU%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pKroiKG92-L0qLb_M7kFycfI_iw=) Oakland, ME ### What's nearby - Belgrade Lakes Chain - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Colby College - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles - Thomas College - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles - Waterville Opera House - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles - Augusta Civic Center - 24 min drive - 20.7 miles ### Getting around - Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 9 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Korner Store - ‬10 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Thirsty Mule - ‬4 min drive - ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Modern Maine Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Modern Maine Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Modern Maine Retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Modern Maine Retreat located? > Situated in Oakland, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Belgrade Lakes Chain and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Tree Spirits. Inland Hospital Diabetes and Colby College are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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