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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, books, music library
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Winthrop, ME
  • Place, Cobbosseecontee Lake
  • Place, Maranacook Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Augusta Civic Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Winthrop

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Maranacook Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Annabessacook Lake with a stay here. Augusta Country Club and DFD Russell Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Annabessacook Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Maranacook Lake - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Augusta Country Club - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Wilson Pond - 17 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Augusta Civic Center - 17 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Duck Brew Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Weathervane Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fast Eddie's Drive In - ‬3 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.

Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard

Enjoy the beautiful Lakes Region of central Maine! This charming 1900's home is on a quiet dead-end street, walking distance to Lake Maranacook town beach, and a minute stroll to Downtown Winthrop. Bring your kayaks and kayak from the backyard to Annabessacook lake! Enjoy fishing for large and small mouth bass as well as trout right in the backyard. With 10 bodies of water for kayaks, boating, jet skiing and more, hiking trails on Mount Pisgah, and Vaughn Woods, winter skiing nearby & ice fishing. Winthrop has all the outdoor fun!
2 bedrooms & 1 full bath on the 1st level & the entire 2nd level is ideal kids, with four twin beds. All new furniture & bedding
Winthrop is centrally located in Maine, minutes to Hallowell and Augusta. Within an hour or less to Freeport, Boothbay, Camden, Portland and Rockland. Just over an hour to Bethel (Sunday River), Sugarloaf and Rangeley.

The space
This home was built in 1900, has some of the original wood floors and doors. (new windows). There is a pretty sunroom off the King Bedroom to have your morning coffee or a cocktail at night. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed in the yard.
There is parking for 2 cars in the driveway. Any additional cars can be parked on the grass on the side of the house.

We have a king bedroom with attached sunroom.
A queen bedroom which is a joined to the king via a French door. The second floor has four twin beds, great for kids. All bedrooms have ceiling fans, upstairs has a window air conditioner as well as many fans available. There is an air conditioner in the living room as well.
We find 6 guests are very comfortable, with one bathroom but there are beds for up to 8 guests.

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Interior

Fantastic retreat close to lake with nearby boat access & private beach - dog OK

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 10 reviews
Fantastic retreat close to lake with nearby boat access & private beach - dog OK

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please take all your trash to the trash cans outside. Do not leave any recycling, the town doesn't pick up. If you can strip the beds it's a big help for the cleaners.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties or any loud gatherings This is a quiet street and out of respect for the neighbors we ask that outdoor activities be wrapped up by 10:30 pm
Non smoking property. If there is smoking renter will pay an addition $250 cle aning fee

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs must be leashed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is not a crib or high chair available

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Walk kayak to 2 lakes stroll downtown Winthrop
Kayak From Backyard or Walk to Town Beach Downtown Winthrop
FALL WEEKENDS AVAILABLE! WALK TO LAKE TOWN! KAYAK FROM BACKYARD

Frequently asked questions

How close is Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi (11-min drive) from Town Beach.

Does Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard to downtown Winthrop?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Winthrop.

Reviews

Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ironman weekend

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Region Charmer

We stayed at this home while in town for Maine 70.3. The location was great. Winthrop is a cute little town. Home was close to two beautiful lakes. The backyard was very peaceful, right next to a stream. The home was well appointed and had everything we needed. The communication with the host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering in Winthrop

Enjoyed our stay. House was clean and well equipped. However, access to Lake Annabessacook is limited. Will consider staying there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David C., Arlington, VA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent spot for exploring Kennebec and visiting Augusta

This was my family's home base for the Ironman 70.3 Maine triathlon that my wife and I raced. We had a good time in the house, cooking in the kitchen, playing in the living room, and gathering our stuff for each day's excursion. We managed the one bathroom and using fans rather than AC for most of the house. The house has its quirks, but given the favorable location it's a nice property. A good choice for exploring the Kennebec Valley!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pam D., Williamsburg, Va

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house, glad there weren't more of us

There were 4 of us and sharing the common space might have been hard if every bed was filled . It was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The AC unit in the living room was a godsend , And the fans available really made it comfortable. Not really any water access , I suspect due to the severe lack of rain. Owner very responsive when I had questions .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Awful "Host" - Misleading Listing

We booked this home as a place to sleep in between ice fishing with my family. Upon arrival we were disappointed with the location. Across from a graveyard down a dirt road with houses on top of each other. The home smelt like dog, there was dog hair everywhere, the sheets smelt unclean and strongly like perfume and the upstairs sleeping quarters had thick dust all over the baseboards above the beds. When booking it was just me an 4 others, then we had a few more family members join. BEWARE: the home says it sleeps 8 but you're charged more after 5. The owner has cameras watching over the property, my husband unplugged one to use the outlet and the host flipped out and called the cops on us for a "large party" and the responding officer joked that she had a hard time finding the complaint because when she arrived the home was dark and quiet as we were getting ready for bed. The host makes you purchase insurance so she can claim damage even if minimal, one guest drove on the "lawn" covered in snow so we couldn't tell the difference and she claimed the "lawn was destroyed" because of a couple tire marks she then submitted an $550 insurance claim for it. I have photos, the home was honestly left in better condition than when we arrived. The host claimed that she tired to get in touch with me - I have 2 emails charging me for the extra guest (sent while I was out on the lake for the day) one of them borderline threatening saying " she will be arriving at 10am on check out day to leave the $$ and we better not be there when she arrives". I also had zero missed calls as she claimed she called endlessly. This host is watching your every move, so if that makes you uncomfortable you are better off at the Hilton 10 mins down the road, it will be much cleaner too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in Maine

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Winthrop. We were visiting relatives in the area and needed a place to spend our nights and this was perfect, it had everything we needed. The house was spacious, with more than enough room for the 2 couples that stayed there. The kitchen was well stocked with all kitchen items we needed for making breakfast and more. The house was clean and well-decorated; the beds were extremely comfortable. And our host was very responsive when we had questions. Next time we visit we would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021