Brandy Pond, also known as Bay of Naples Lake, is a 740 acre lake in Naples, Maine, which is connected to Long Lake by the Chute River and to Sebago Lake by the Songo River.
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From listening to the loons and bullfrogs at night to enjoying a water view with your morning cup of coffee, there’s something very special about staying at a lakefront cabin. This is especially in the lovely woods of Maine, where options range from a cabin within driving distance of Portland to a rustic, off-the-grid retreat in the northern woods. Here are some great Maine lake cabin rentals that are ideal for an escape at any time of the year.
6 Serene Maine Lake Cabin Rentals
These cozy Maine lake cabin rentals are all are available through Airbnb. Click on the name of the cabin to learn more. Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.
Enjoy a newly renovated kitchen and bath, open floor plan, and all-season porch with beautiful sunset views of the lake and mountains.
Entire cabin (sleeps six); 3 bedrooms; 1 bath $323 per night. No pets.
Always dreamed of staying on an island? This beautiful cottage is located on Little Diamond Island in Lake Cobbossee just 20 minutes from Augusta. Photo Credit : Courtesy of Airbnb
If you don’t mind a bit of roughing it, this cozy three-room cabin makes for an ideal unique getaway. Enjoy lake views from every window, sandy bottom swimming areas, and abundant nature.
Entire cabin (sleeps two); 1 bedroom; 1/2 bathroom; average $175 per night. No pets.
This Bear Lake retreat is near the foothills of the White Mountains for hiking and the town of Bridgton for food and entertainment. Photo Credit : Courtesy of Airbnb
Enjoy incredible views, access to the lake and mountains, and a super clean getaway at this open-concept woodsy cabin. Older children will love sleeping in the loft.
Entire cabin (sleeps four); 2 bedrooms; 1 bathroom; average $204 per night. No pets.This luxury cabin has everything you could want for a memorable group getaway (sauna, hot tub, workout room, pool table, theater room — even a popcorn machine). Photo Credit : Courtesy of Airbnb
Plan a truly memorable family getaway at this custom-built mega-cabin. The lake is filled with multiple species of fish, and kids will love simply fishing off the dock, or taking the fishing boats out for a spin.
Entire cabin (sleeps 16-plus); 7 bedrooms; 6 bathrooms; average $1,000 per night. No pets. Enjoy a lakefront stay in Acadia National Park at this cabin with a large deck and easy access to trails and the ocean. Photo Credit : Courtesy of Airbnb
This private lakefront cabin in Acadia National Park includes a large deck, dock, offshore swim float, canoe, kayak, charcoal grill, fire pit, wood fireplace, and more.
Entire cabin (sleeps 5); studio (3 beds); 1 bathroom; average $300 per night. No pets.
This large, newly renovated, year-round cabin has access to three acres of woods, 200 feet of lakefront, and a woodstove. Photo Credit : Courtesy of Airbnb
Guests will have access to the cabin and to nearly three acres of beautiful wooded area with 200-feet of lakefront on calm Songo Pond. Swim, kayak, and relax on a wooden swim dock.
Entire cabin (sleeps 10); 4 bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; average $184 per night. Dogs welcome for a fee.
Which of these Maine lake cabin rentals is your favorite? Let us know!
This post was first published in 2018 and has been updated.
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