The modern comforts of home with easy access to Maine's natural beauty
About this cottage rental
Center Pond Retreat is located on the north shore of Center Pond in the Town of Sangerville with easy access over a 2 mile well-maintained gravel road. The camp is located on the water with beautiful views from the living room and both bedrooms. It is only 8 miles from Dover-Foxcroft, 14 miles from Dexter, and 7 miles from Guilford. There is a hammock, outdoor fire pit, gas grill, 2 picnic tables, a 30' aluminum dock with stairs, and 2 kayaks available at no charge. The camp has a small bedroom on the first floor with a twin/ full bunkbed, and a large loft area on the second floor with a king size bed & sitting area. There is one full bathroom on the first floor, and 1/2 bathroom on the second floor. The camp also has a fully-equipped kitchen including a gas range/stove, large refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, and all of the smaller applicances you may need to enjoy your stay. There are plenty of dishes, flatware and utensils. A stacked washer/ dryer is on the first floor. There are two flat screen LED TVs (53" & 46") with DIRECT TV. And free WiFi! All linens, bath towels, and kitchen towels are provided. For chilly nights in Maine there are two wall-mounted gas heaters. There is a public boat launch on Center Pond for those who wish to bring their own boat. Well water
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(55 Reviews)
5.0
This property was absolutely wonderful. It was so very clean and well stocked with everything you can think of that you would need or want!
The location was great, so very peaceful and quiet. It was back a dirt road about 2.2 miles but that is one of the things my husband and I loved about it!!!!
Fishing was awesome for us, we caught over 80 bass, most were from 3 1/2 pound to 5 pound#!!! The resident eagles LOVED to follow us around the pond as we fished!
We traveled to Bangor, Greenville, Dexter, and Dover-Foxcroft for short little day trips, but we really hated to leave the "camp".
Ralph was great to deal with!
We stayed at the VRBO rental for 2 weeks and absolutely loved everything about it! We would LOVE to return in the future! We were sad to leave!
5.0
A beautiful cabin, fully stocked! The communication with the owners was excellent. A perfect get-a-way for some R&R. Definitely recommend staying here! So peaceful with the pond, the loons, fishing, kayaking, etc. Perfection!
5.0
Quiet, clean and relaxing setting. Great place to swim, kayak, play games or just sit and read while you listen to the loons.
5.0
Ralph and Kim are exceptional hosts! Great communication throughout the booking and check-in processes, including a detailed guide to the home and area and very helpful directions to the camp (with photos!). The house was very well stocked with everything we needed for our stay and more. We took advantage of the 2 included kayaks and enjoyed paddling around the peaceful pond. We also enjoyed the use of the hammock, fire pit, and ample waterfront seating. The beds were extremely comfortable, which was a nice treat after days of hiking nearby.
We ventured to Peaks-Kenney State Park, Dover-Foxcroft, Bangor, and did a day trip to Acadia. You must try Butterfields Ice Cream, The Cluckin Moo, and Stutzmans for delicious options. We also took advantage of the day passes offered by Friends of Community Fitness for those missing their full workouts while we were vacationing, the facilities were great and the staff was friendly. The nearby Shaws supermarket in D-F had everything we needed.
Overall, it was a relaxing stay at the cabin and we would definitely recommend!
5.0
Absolutely loved our stay at the cabin on the lakefront! The location was breathtaking with stunning views of the serene lake right from the cabin's doorstep. The host was extremely welcoming and accommodating, ensuring we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The cabin itself was clean, cozy, and well-equipped with all the necessary amenities. Waking up to the peaceful sounds of nature and enjoying the beautiful sunsets made our stay truly unforgettable. We highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing and rejuvenating getaway. Five stars all the way!
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful spot! We never had a reason to contact the owners, as they have thought of everything, but they still reached out to make sure that we were all set. The wi-fi was excellent, even when we were outside watching for the daily loon and bald eagle sightings. The property is very private due to a nice buffer of trees on each side. The beds are very comfortable, which was appreciated at the end of a fun day of hiking, kayaking, geocaching and/or swimming. It's a short drive to groceries and fun yummy eating spots. Don't miss the pizza buffet at Stuzman's, Butterfield's homemade ice cream, or a visit to Abbot Bakery! This part of our state is beautiful and staying here was great to return to after doing some exploring. We would've loved to have stayed longer!!
5.0
This property offers everything you need for a terrific, relaxing getaway. The owner responds quickly to any questions. The place is set up so well, that anything you think you might need, is there for you. The kayaks are a plus, and the lake is big enough to explore without being too big. The loons serenaded us each day, and we were fortunate in having the bald eagle fly over as we fished. The dock has steps for easy entry into the chrystal clear pond. Sandy bottom with some rocks, but easy to walk in. Take west road directly off of Sangierville rd, down a well maintained, clearly marked dirt road to the cabin. There is direct tv with streaming services, and another upstairs with direct tv. Only 30 to 40 minutes from Greenville and Moosehead lake region. 2 hrs from Acadia. Cleanest vacation home we have rented. Pictures do not show how spacious it feels. Plenty of room to spread out. We hope to visit again.
5.0
The cabin and property were beautiful. It was clean, very well appointed and comfortable. Ralph was quick to respond to any questions or issues that arose. The kayaks, dock, hammock and firepit were the icing on the cake and where we spent most of our time given the perfect weather we had for the week. Highly recommend.
5.0
After a rough start right before the planned vacation, we made it to Sangerville. Ralph was so patient with us and so welcoming as we were a bit stressed around some family issues going on. It's a wonderful home with everything you can think of needing or desiring on a vacation. Beautiful location and so peaceful. Definitely recommend this home and host.
4.0
The center pond place was very lovely and well equipped. Ralph, the owner, was very available and responsive if we needed anything. Nice to have a King bed. Nice views of lake.
5.0
Ralph’s house is beautifully located and spacious. We had a great week and would love to go back.
5.0
Great week on the pond!!
Beautiful camp on beautiful private lot. Gorgeous sunrises and some sun in yard all day. Camp has all supplies and comforts of home. Ralph is very responsive to any questions and is available by email or text. Easy quick drive to market or for ice cream…great location. Would definitely rent again.
5.0
Excellent
Very comfortable, well stocked cottage. Website is very accurate. Owners are wonderful and respond to all emails within 24 hours.
Pond is very big and has BIG bass. You will have to have patience in finding out what they will bite but all the Bass that we caught average from 2.5 lbs to 4 lbs. We used a popper.
5.0
Center Pond
Excellent week at Center Pond. Very nice property and quiet. Owner is very attentive if needed. Beautiful area. Would recommend visiting Stutzman's Farm, Peace Love and Waffles. and Turning Page Farm. Mt. Kineo and Borestone Mountain (Audubon Sanctuary) are also great if you want some easy hikes (Note: somewhat physically challenging if not in decent shape).
5.0
Great spot
The house is located in a private and quite spot. The house is equipped with everything you might need. It was clean and neat. The owner was responsive and helpful in any possible way.
A great experience to relax and enjoy a beautiful view.
5.0
Thank you, thank you, thank you! What a wonderful time staying in this beautiful home.
It’s our second time staying at this beautiful home and again, we had a wonderful stay. Looking forward to next year. Thank you so much Ralph for your professionalism and your prompt responses to our questions.
5.0
What a great experience we had in Sangerville ME! The camp we stayed at was centrally located to all the sites we wanted to visit such as Bangor, Bar Harbor, Baxter State Park, Moosehead Lake & Cadillac Mountain. It's a cozy cabin with a very homey feel, all that we needed minus food was onsite. Loved being able to kayak the pond daily, fire pit is a plus, reading my book on the hammock was so relaxing, hearing the loons, watching the eagles fly over and beautiful sunsets added to its allure. The host was awesome, he sent explicit directions and information about his place and the area. Little notes all over the house left nothing to guess about in regards to how things worked or what to do. It's a little off the beaten path, 2 miles down a gravel road. We should have rented a truck rather than a small car for that reason, but the little town has 2 great places we visited. Stutzmans Farm stand and bakery and Chew 62 restaurant. Both well worth the visit! Very beautiful spot and enjoyed our visit very much!
5.0
Tranquil and peaceful
What a great experience we had in Sangerville ME! The camp we stayed at was centrally located to all the sites we wanted to visit such as Bangor, Bar Harbor, Baxter State Park, Moosehead Lake & Cadillac Mountain. It's a cozy cabin with a very homey feel, all that we needed minus food was onsite. Loved being able to kayak the pond daily, fire pit is a plus, reading my book on the hammock was so relaxing, hearing the loons, watching the eagles fly over and beautiful sunsets added to its allure. The host was awesome, he sent explicit directions and information about his place and the area. Little notes all over the house left nothing to guess about in regards to how things worked or what to do. It's a little off the beaten path, 2 miles down a gravel road. We should have rented a truck rather than a small car for that reason, but the little town has 2 great places we visited. Stutzmans Farm stand and bakery and Chew 62 restaurant. Both well worth the visit! Very beautiful spot and enjoyed our visit very much!
5.0
Wonderful Family Vacation on Center Pond
First, Ralph (the owner) is a pleasure to deal with. He explains everything about the house and area in great detail. We new exactly where to get our groceries and pick up our lobster before we even got there. The home is clean, comfy and well-stocked. We felt at home immediately! Center Pond (which is more like a small lake) is clear and warm. We enjoyed fishing, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding. We saw local wildlife such as eagles, beavers, loons, frogs and chipmunks. We had day trips to the Moosehead Lake area and Bangor. Overall, a great family vacation!
5.0
We were looking for a comfortable cabin, far from the city, in front of a lake, this is exactly what we got and we enjoyed every second of our stay. Nothing was missing, even sharing the neighborhood with loons and bald eagles.
5.0
Taking a breakfast with bald eagles
We were looking for a comfortable cabin, far from the city, in front of a lake, this is exactly what we got and we enjoyed every second of our stay. Nothing was missing, even sharing the neighborhood with loons and bald eagles.
5.0
This camp was amazing! Very clean, modern, and beautiful. The beds were really comfortable, and there was plenty of space inside (which, for a Maine camp, is rare!). Being right on the lake was fantastic! The water off the dock is quite shallow, 3' or so, and stays shallow for a long time - 30'+ out. This is great for little kids and lounging on floaties, but not so great for diving (impossible) and swimming. But the water was warm, clear, and the sandy and slightly rocky bottom was not mucky. Great fishing too - caught a 3 lb bass right off the dock at sunset! The camp location is right in the middle of nowhere - 20+ minutes to the nearest store, 1+ hrs to the nearest major activity (decent hiking, whitewater rafting, shopping), so a lot of driving is involved if you want to do more than stay at the lake. But that being said, this place was simply amazing and relaxing! Definitely worth the cost.
5.0
Spotless and modern camp on a pristine, quiet lake in the middle of nowhere
This camp was amazing! Very clean, modern, and beautiful. The beds were really comfortable, and there was plenty of space inside (which, for a Maine camp, is rare!). Being right on the lake was fantastic! The water off the dock is quite shallow, 3' or so, and stays shallow for a long time - 30'+ out. This is great for little kids and lounging on floaties, but not so great for diving (impossible) and swimming. But the water was warm, clear, and the sandy and slightly rocky bottom was not mucky. Great fishing too - caught a 3 lb bass right off the dock at sunset! The camp location is right in the middle of nowhere - 20+ minutes to the nearest store, 1+ hrs to the nearest major activity (decent hiking, whitewater rafting, shopping), so a lot of driving is involved if you want to do more than stay at the lake. But that being said, this place was simply amazing and relaxing! Definitely worth the cost.
5.0
Vacation perfection.
From start to finish - absolute perfection. The Hosts attention to details made this vacation an absolute dream. The location and view were a literal breath of fresh air. If you crave a vacation where you can "get away from it all" this is the property for you. We have come home relaxed and rejuvenated. Thank you Ralph and Kim!
5.0
A pristine property in a deliciously quiet setting. Hosts provided timely, complete, and detailed information. We would return.
5.0
Repose
A pristine property in a deliciously quiet setting. Hosts provided timely, complete, and detailed information. We would return.
5.0
Perfect & Peaceful
This property was absolutely perfect. Check in was easy and Ralph was very quick to respond to any questions I had. The home was super clean and stocked with everything you could possibly need for the week. Our girls, aged 8 & 9, had so much fun with the water being steps away from the back door. I highly recommend this property and wouldn’t think twice about renting it again. Thank you Ralph & Kim for opening your home to our family.
5.0
Quiet Retreat
This Camp on Center Pond is the perfect vacation home. There were 6 of us including 2 adults and 4 kids -16-21. We all fit comfortably using the air bed and one we brought. We had everything we needed and rarely left the cabin. The kitchen was stocked with anything you could think of to cook a delicious lobster dinner. The kids used the kayaks and floats and went fishing every day. We saw the eagles in the trees across the pond and flying over as well. We enjoyed the fire pit as well and made use of the gas grill. For fresh fruit veggies and homemade pies and bread- Stutzmans is the place to go. Ralph was an excellent host and could not have been more helpful and responsive to any questions or concerns we had before and during our stay. We all hated leaving to go home and would definitely return and recommend this camp to anyone looking for quiet seclusion.
5.0
Ralph was wonderful and easy to work with. The cabin had everything you could possibly want. It was a peaceful and beautiful vacation
5.0
Peaceful location
Ralph was wonderful and easy to work with. The cabin had everything you could possibly want. It was a peaceful and beautiful vacation
5.0
Shoulder Season Serenity
Excellent experience renting from Ralph and Kim. Lovely, well appointed, squeaky clean property, perfect location for water activities, cozy chairs for reading, great kitchen, great beds, great places to walk
5.0
Wow!!!
Ralph is an awesome person to deal with and this property is just amazing. The location is so secluded and private. The house is so warm and inviting. It's very rare that I'm comfortable in someone else's home..... This was not the case here. You instantly feel like you belong. Beds are comfortable and the place has everything you need to relax and enjoy lakeside living. Center Pond is gorgeous. Bald Eagles, Loons and Osprey were around daily. Swimming was great in the pristine water. Kayaking was so relaxing and gave us a great opportunity to see the wildlife and beautiful lake. The fire pit was great for campfires and s'mores. We loved eating dinner at the picnic tables looking at the water. The sky at night was insane. We saw dozens of shooting stars and satellites orbiting while listening to the Loons calling back and forth. The property was located in a great spot for us to get our first Maine experience. We made trips to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. We also spent a day in Baxter State Park driving the scenic roads and hiking. Overall, we loved this property. It's a great value and Ralph is so nice. Book this place and fall in love with Maine. After this trip, we are official Maine-iacs!!!
5.0
Perfect Retreat
This cottage was the most beautiful we have ever rented in both Vermont and Maine. The attention to providing guests the very best is appreciated! This trip we were able to visit a few new hiking/climbing spots in the area. There is so much to be explored in this quiet, beautiful area. The view every morning and evening on Center Pond is well worth the trip from NJ!
5.0
Perfect spot on Center Pond
We absolutely loved it at Center Pond camp. We literally had everything we needed there. We enjoyed the kayaks and watching the loons and eagles. During the week you basically have the pond to yourselves. It was perfect!
5.0
Fantastic secluded Maine camp with all the comforts of home
Absolutely loved the camp. Ralph keeps it stocked with all of the amenities, and it is close enough to the rest of the world that you can get what you need, but isolated enough that you really feel like you are getting away from it all. Lots to explore on the pond itself, but also close to a number of parks and places to hike if you feel like adventuring a bit. Ralph was the consummate host/owner, and was always available to answer questions when needed. It was my family's first time vacationing in Maine, and our time at this camp has turned us into "Mainers". We would come back to Ralph's home without hesitation. Well worth the drive up from Massachusetts. Thanks again for offering up your home for rental!
5.0
Tranquil getaway
This is a wonderful place. Well-equipped with everything you need for a lake vacation. Private and quiet, except for the loons who sound a symphony at times over the lake. We loved that part especially. Ralph was so easy to work with and very responsive to all of my questions before our stay. He provides you with lots of detailed information . The place was very clean and comfy. Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return for another relaxing week!
5.0
Great quiet cabin
Nice cabin for the 2 of us. Great view of the pond (more like a lake). Great metal dock. Kitchen was roomy and equipped with most everything you need. We cook a lot, so that was nice to have. Area was very quiet and secluded. Nice back yard with picnic tables, hammock and firepit. Ralph was a great host. Would definitely recommend.
5.0
The cottage and lake were exactly what the "Doctor Ordered". Could not have been any better!
We have travelled and stayed in many places but this was the best. The lake was great, kayaking was perfect. The cottage was immaculate, well supplied with linens, towels, kitchen utensils and great directions and instructions. The lake was great and the site was private, quiet and beautiful. Directions to the local area were right on, locations for restaurants, groceries and sightseeing were perfect. Thanks so much for letting us stay at your cottage!
5.0
Looking for quiet and secluded wrapped up in an amazing cabin? You found it!
One must travel 2 miles of unpaved roads through beautiful wooded land to reach this very well stocked cabin. The kitchen has everything you could think of. The cabin was beautiful inside with the master bedroom in a cozy and very comfortable loft. We used the kayaks, they and the PFDs and paddles were in great condition. We ate outside at the picnic tables and enjoyed watching the dragonflies. We listened to loons and used the fire pit to roast marshmellows. My husband finished 3 books just sitting on the dock enjoying the amazing weather. There were big floats and an electric pump to fill them. The water was warm enough to swim in and we were glad we took Ralphs advice and brought water shoes. It is a very clear big pond but the rocks were slippery. We have never stayed anywhere so organized! We went to decompress from stressful jobs but if we wanted restaurants and shops Bangor is not far away. In, Dover Foxcroft we ate homemade ice cream at Butterfields and in Sangerville we visited a farm stand and enjoyed fresh corn, delicious fruit pies, bread still hot from the ovens and yummy whoopie pies. Just outside of Sangerville there is a chamber of commerce with lots of info and friendly staff.
4.0
It was a nice cabin nice time
Very nice and quiet place
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Penobscot?
The average price for a rental in Penobscot is $175 per night. This rental is $5 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The modern comforts of home with easy access to Maine's natural beauty . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The modern comforts of home with easy access to Maine's natural beauty pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The modern comforts of home with easy access to Maine's natural beauty ?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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