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Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage!

Augusta accommodation with kitchen

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TV, fireplace, books
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Exterior
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sidney, ME
  • Place, Augusta Civic Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Maine at Augusta
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Kennebec River
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Augusta

On lake.Stay at this Augusta cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Belgrade Lakes Chain and 9 miles (15 km) of Alfond Center for Health. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery and Augusta Civic Center.

What's nearby

  • Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery - 12 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Augusta Civic Center - 13 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • University of Maine at Augusta - 13 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Kennebec River - 14 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Kennebec Ice Arena - 16 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Keg - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Damon's Quick Stop - Augusta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hollinger Manor - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Britts Cafe - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage!

Waterfront Access & Views | Dog-Friendly Property w/ Fee | Gas Grill for Cookouts

Nostalgic for days spent 'on lake time?' Here, relish active afternoons along beautiful Messalonskee Lake. With a private dock just steps from the house, lake-loving activities are made easy, whether you'd prefer to swim, paddle, or fish to your heart's content. After, enjoy the serenity of lakefront sunsets and star-filled skies. As an added bonus, this 2-bed, 1-bath vacation rental is pet-friendly!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed

CABIN DETAILS
- Smart TV
- Dining table
- Books, board games

LAKERONT LIVING
- Wraparound deck w/ seating & grill
- Private dock, lakefront seating
- Direct lake access

KITCHEN
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, spices
- 4-burner range, fridge
- Microwave, electric kettle, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, Crockpot

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Towels/linens
- Propane heating, ceiling fans
- Beach chairs

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cabin, exterior staircase required

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- No A/C
- Fireplace (decorative only)

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Messalonskee Lake is on-site
- Close to hiking trails
- 10 miles to Old Fort Western
- 11 miles to Viles Arboretum
- 14 miles to Fort Halifax State Historic Site
- 67 miles to Portland Int'l Jetport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ taxes & fees, dogs only, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story cabin requires an exterior staircase for entry
- The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning
- The fireplace is not available for guest use

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Motor boating nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

518720

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! to the airport?

This cottage is 12 mi (27-min drive) away from the Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! to the beach?

This cottage is 16.6 mi (29-min drive) from Town Beach.

Does Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! to downtown Augusta?

This cottage is 4.1 mi away from Sidney.

Private Dock on Messalonskee Lake: Cozy Cottage! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for our annual fishing weekend in the Belgrade Lakes region!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catalin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage in a good location on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Maine lakeside camp with all the amenities you could need for your stay. The beds were super comfortable (memory foam), the heater kept us toasty warm, the furnishings were clean and comfortable and the views were spectacular! A quiet, peaceful location...just perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Beautiful Serene Lakefront Stay

We enjoyed swimming, kayaking, reading, hiking, listening to the loons, playing games and watching movies on the one rainy day we had. We especially appreciate that we were able to bring our dog who also had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicole j.

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

Great little cabin

We had a peaceful and relaxing stay. Nice and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

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

Great stay

Great spot right on the lake, True to what was listed. The beds weren’t very comfortable but otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I don't always provide five stars for reviews but this is so deserving. Great property and exactly as described. Very clean. Very well equipped for anything you would need and much more. Very responsive hosts. Great neighborhood. Lots to love here! None of us really wanted to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua S.

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

Fishing weekend

Great, simple lakeside cabin with privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lena D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Lack of privacy - the bedrooms have no doors - just curtains; the bedrooms and the bathroom share one open ceiling above them so everybody can hear and smell everything that goes on in the bathroom as well as the bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Beautiful and Peaceful

Great little cottage. They had everything we needed. Very clean and comfortable! I was impressed the owner reached out to us after we got there to be sure we knew to let them know if we needed anything. Cottage is on a quiet part of the lake. Could hear lots of birds chirping and the loons calling. We would recommend this place to anyone looking for peace and quiet.Will definitely book another stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne and Hazel H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
It is always nice to be at the lake and we did enjoy that but there were several things that were disappointing.The inside of the camp was clean, but the two chairs provided in the living area were very uncomfortable. We arrived on Monday and spent most of Tuesday cleaning. The deck floor and stairs were very dirty and my husband scrubbed them, as well as all the screens and the windows that we could reach. It took an hour and a half to clean the grill that was filthy. We went home and got our chairs to put on the deck.It was difficult getting down to the dock and water. Stairs would have been nice..The dock should be longer with an area so people could sit there. The view of the lake was mostly obscured by the trees. Although we realize you cannot cut the trees down legally I'm sure you could trim at least some of the dead branches. We rent a cottage every year and for the money we paid for this one, it was our least enjoyed. We will not return nor would we recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025