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A dining table set for six with placemats, plates, and glasses, in front of a door labeled "FARMER'S MARKET". - The Modern Maine Retreat (Oakland)
A wooden deck with a dining table set for four, surrounded by wicker chairs. - The Modern Maine Retreat (Oakland)
A wooden staircase with white balusters and a dark wooden floor. - The Modern Maine Retreat (Oakland)
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains. - The Modern Maine Retreat (Oakland)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a sink, and a vase with flowers. There are two stools and a window with a view of trees. - The Modern Maine Retreat (Oakland)
The Modern Maine Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Pickleball

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Oakland is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Messalonskee Lake and Belgrade Lakes Chain, while Redington Museum and Common Street Arts are cultural highlights. Gordon Center For Creative & Performing Arts and First Congregational Church are also worth visiting. Visit our Oakland travel guide
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Oakland, ME

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a calm lake with trees and a grassy foreground.
    Colby College
    6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Messalonskee Lake
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Tree Spirits
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Kennebec River
    8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Waterville Opera House
    9 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    10 min drive
  • The Korner Store
    10 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    6 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.

How much is parking at The Modern Maine Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the 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 within 2 miles (3 km) of Messalonskee Lake, Belgrade Lakes Chain and Tree Spirits. Inland Hospital Diabetes and Colby College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Modern Maine Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Very good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie-Jo J.

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

Great rental

Worked out perfectly for our needs. Owner responded immediately to assist us with minor issue. We would, and most likely will, rent this home again. Location was great for our purpose. Plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer F.

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

Has potential, but just ok

Starting with the positives, plenty of toiletries, tp, paper towels. Decently equipped kitchen. Nice size house and updated bathrooms. Plenty of closet space for longer stay. Misses: bathroom towel rack falling out of wall; missing curtains on window because curtain rod was missing; living room furniture was atrocious, lumpy couch with throw cover - seems like it came from goodwill; dining room table and several chairs rickety; only 2 forks in kitchen; ice and water not working on fridge - took 10 days and multiple requests to fix; cabinet doors falling off hinges; no propane with gas grill - had to go purchase ourselves. The house has alot potential, they just need to put about 2k in to get decent dining and living room furniture and fix all of the things falling apart.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Heather C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The good:Bianca was prompt in replying to all communication while I was there. Super easy check-in and check out. Great snowplow service while there. Also, this property has a lot of potential and I’ve already discussed with her privately all the things I will mention here.The issues:I asked before arriving if there were any issues I needed to be aware of or anything at all and was told no. Upon arrival there was a pretty old sign on the dishwasher (had obviously been there a while) that it was broken and could not be used. I was staying for 12 days and had no way to do dishes. I opened the silverware drawer and there wasn’t a single spoon and a few mismatched knives and forks. The plates and glasses in the cabinets were not clean bc there is no dishwasher.The home was not fully cleaned by any type of cleaning staff. We stuck to the floor walking in and socks were brown if walking without shoes. We found wrappers, empty water bottles in the office, dead bugs and hair in the bathrooms. Under beds we found floss picks, miscellaneous trash. There is no broom or mop to clean/tidy-up while there.Every towel in the house is stained or had hair on it. Unraveling beach towels were provided at bath towels.No blinds in any bedroom and only sheer white curtains throughout house. Super bright very early every morning.Washing machine needs a deep clean. Front loader full of mold/mildew.Furniture needs an overhaul, especially living room. So uncomfortable and old.
Dishwasher
Master shower
Laundry room
Towels
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and very spacious. Eventhough there were some issues the host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shelley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It’s was perfect for what we needed it for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very clean, local to everything that we needed. Plenty of room for all 4 of us. I would definitely come back to this house if staying in Oakland again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tania R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick trip to drop off daughter for college. Great location. Newly renovated kitchen was wonderful! Great back yard and porch area. Easy check-in and checkout process.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful. The living room furniture could be updated, but the beds slept amazing and the house had big bathrooms. Plenty of parking space as well. The owner was super nice and easy to communicate with. It’s perfect place to stay if you are moving a child into Colby like we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spacious property. There was a minor issue and the owner took care of it immediately. Communication was very fast. Perfect place to stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The overall experience was great. Plenty of room for everyone. Host did a great job checking in to make sure everything was going well and if anything was needed. The house was beautiful and a great neighborhood. The best part was it ended up being down the road from my son. I would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah D.

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

Great space!

Large house great for families. Plenty of parking space. Large bathrooms. Living room furniture is a little funky.One bedroom has to be walked through to get to master suite. Overall very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Family visit

Multi generation family in town to visit other family. Kitchen adequate for meal prep,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall was great for our large family group. Only things we would have liked to see were room darkening shades or curtains for the bedrooms and a better couch. Otherwise we were very pleased with the appliances, wifi, air conditioning, laundry room, nice large living/dining space, the 2 1/2 baths and the office.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025