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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Swanville, ME
  • Swan Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Belfast Harbor
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Belfast City Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Belfast

Seaside stay .At this Belfast vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Swan Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Swan Lake State Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Belfast Armistice Bridge and ALLPLaY Family Entertainment Center.
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What's nearby

  • Swan Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Swan Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Belfast Harbor - 18 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Belfast City Park - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Fort Knox State Historic Site - 36 min drive - 20.0 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 15 min drive
  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kirby's Lobster Shack - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hey Sailor - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dino's Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Cafe and Bakery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mariner - ‬19 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.

Welcome to Heav'nsent

Heav'nsent cottage is located on Swan Lake's East side in Swanville. Our house was purchased in 2018 with wood flooring and is 1700 sqft accommodating up to 8 guests. 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (shower and/or tub). Full size kitchen with breakfast nook (country table with 4 chairs, and 4 counter height chairs. First floor is open. The views of the lake are incredible with 2 large picture windows on main floor. Living area has "This Ends Up" furniture (sofa, loveseat, and chair) with matching end tables, coffee table, and recliner. There is also a gas insert fireplace on the main floor. Our home is tastefully decorated with many of the baskets Andrea has made over the years. DirecTV and WIFI available. Three bedrooms on the second floor with full size beds, 2 of which have beautiful picture window views of the lake. We also have a twin size sleep sofa, and 1 queen size air mattress. A washer and dryer is located in the cellar area which although is not finished has direct walk out access to the lake and a patio with a table a 4 chairs. The deck is expansive with lovely views of the lake and has a seating area, eating area, and gas grill. A fire pit is on the property and a bundle of wood is provided to start you off for quiet evenings by the fire. Plenty of grass to play yard games (have yardzee and corn hole) and a lovely side yard next to the garage to pitch a tent. 100' of private lakefront with dock. Canoe and 2 kayaks provided and you are welcome to bring your own as well. Enjoy the second largest lake in Waldo County and beautiful sunsets! Expansive views of the West side. Great fishing!! Wildlife sightings are abundant with Eagles, loons, ducks daily.

Property manager

Andrea Nilson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Up to date vaccinations required, no fleas please

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bienvenido a Heav'nsent
Welcome to Heav'nsent Belfast
Welcome to Heav'nsent Private vacation home
Welcome to Heav'nsent Private vacation home Belfast

Frequently asked questions

How close is Welcome to Heav'nsent to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.1 mi (49-min drive) away from the Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Welcome to Heav'nsent have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Welcome to Heav'nsent offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Welcome to Heav'nsent?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Heav'nsent?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Welcome to Heav'nsent?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Welcome to Heav'nsent have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Welcome to Heav'nsent have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Welcome to Heav'nsent to downtown Belfast?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Swanville.

Welcome to Heav'nsent Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place!!

This was my second time staying here. This time with my husband and last year with some friends. I cannot say enough positive things about this place! Location is to die for!! Beautiful home, beautiful views, and fabulous host!! We had everything we needed and then some. Very responsive and welcoming host!! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

edel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

At waters edge

Great stay, clean, safe, dog friendly, great location, easy to get everywhere on day trips. Yet just outside of dealing with the crowds. The views of Swan lake are amazing. All you need at the house. The Darby had best lobster rolls also the Hoot restaurant a must go. Would stay again
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location

Andrea’s house was amazing. My wife said she wanted to stay forever when she first walked in! The view of the lake again….amazing! The house was roomy and clean! We traveled to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The trip was a tad long (about 1 hr to both places), but worth the drive to get away from the hustle and bustle and to enjoy the atmosphere at the house! Andrea was easy to communicate with and to work with! She helped us add another night to our stay! If ever in Maine again I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again! John L and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unplugged lakeside dog-friendly retreat

My friend and I have been staying on lakes in Maine for a few years. I’m from the northern coast of Massachusetts where the biting flies (greenheads) are so intense I have to get away. This year we decided to bring our dogs. It was a perfect relaxing trip. We started every day by going down to the Belfast Rail Trail and putting in about 5 miles to tire the dogs out. We both brought our paddleboards and spent the rest of the day swimming, paddling, lounging, and doing it all again. The kitchen was the best outfitted of anywhere I’ve stayed. The one meal we didn’t cook we brought in from Young’s, which was fantastic and more affordable than at home. The sun bakes in the windows in the afternoon so we quickly learned to pull the shades and put the A/C on 74 to keep it from getting too hot. We only saw glimpses of the dog next door, so he was not an issue at all. Andrea had absolutely thought of and provided everything. While we left the house clean, the check out process was so easy. I’ve stayed other places that required me to deep clean before I left, and I appreciated not having to stress about that. We even had Roku and watched movies at night. Other places I’ve stayed have barely had a working TV. The lake is clean, and there are just a few jetskis during the week, and it is otherwise quite quiet. Great stay, great host, great location. I’d like to go back next week, and next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and view

Great view, thoughtful extras, overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Start your Maine Adventure Here!

Andrea's house was in a perfect location for transversing mid coast Maine. Situated at the end of a dirt road, overlooking beautiful Swan Lake, the views were outstanding! There was plenty of room for the whole family, including an expansive deck with many different seating options. Everything you will need for an enjoyable vacation, is at this house, including floaties to soak up the rays while lounging on the lake. Don't worry about the German Shepherd(Bruno)next door, he comes over to play...it's just like having another family member around! Will not hesitate to book this house again, for our next Maine adventure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great great house

Beautiful house very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

Great location for day trips throughout Maine! Our property host was wonderful with answering our questions and ensuring we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great 80th birthday celebration!

We celebrated the 80th birthday of a family member and couldn’t have picked a better place to bring the family together. The home is very comfortable and you can’t beat the setting! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S., NYC

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Friends Reunion!

Beautiful cottage with amazing views and in a great location. Our childhood friend just retired to Swanville, and we got to stay 5 minutes away from her. There was plenty of room for all of us to sleep, and the a/c worked great in the downstairs and the master bedroom. Luckily we brought fans because the weather was hot for September, and we read in another review that there were no ceiling fans. Lake water was clean and refreshing. Kayaking was great! Fire pit is a great amenity. Loons were magical, and we also enjoyed the daily visits from the hummingbirds. Enjoyed Belfast, and had great dinners at the Nautilus, the Front Street Pub, and Darby’s (don’t miss the baked Jarlsburg)! Thank you, Andrea, for the perfect spot! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakefront

Lovely lakefront property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda L., Vermont, USA

Beautiful relaxing stay

We couldn't have asked for a more perfect spot for a long weekend to rest and relax. The house had everything we needed. Everyday was a treat seeing (and hearing) loons, and even a couple of bald eagles. We will certainly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Johanna v., Waterville, ME

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing weekend with friends

House was great and very comfortable, SO many amenities. Stunning views. Easy access to grocery stores nearby. Crowded lake with ample sound from the road across the lake and many motorized vehicles on the lake. We very much enjoyed the kayaks and canoe, and the loons!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Brought family with 3 adults and children 6yr and 9yrs.Perfect for small kids to wade in water. Didn’t catch fish but caught crayfish. Kayaks and canoe in great shape and everyone had a great time. There is a German Shepherd next-door that is playful, but might runoff with your stuff or tear it up. Little ones need to be cautioned not to try and get it back from him. Otherwise, he is good with kids. The home was very well stocked. Air conditioning in one bedroom upstairs. No ceiling fans in bedrooms. Beds and furniture are comfortable. Grill worked good. Plenty of cooking and baking ware. Even big dispenser for water. Ice trays were filled. Just need to bring your own soap and shampoo items. Our dogs did well in the basement or out on a leash. The house is on the shady side of the lake. The other side has a main thru road with traffic noise, so we were happy with that. Overall a great choice rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay and Host

Beautiful home with all of the amenities and then some. Close to town yet removed enough to be peaceful and relaxing. Gracious and responsive host.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Place

This was our second time we stayed at Andrea’s in Swanville. We have rented several homes over the years but this one is our absolute favorite. It’s quiet and relaxing at the lake house house with plenty of indoor and outdoor activities but also a short distance to Belfast for shopping and great restaurants. Andrea was an excellent host who went out of her way to help schedule our stay this year and was always available for questions. The memories we had here will last a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Swan Lake

Great location and property on the water! Really appreciated pet friendly, ability to make meals and swimming/fire pit. One suggestion, larger beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time with Friends

We recently spent 4 nights at Heav'nsent and had a wonderful time. It's a beautiful location, and though it was about 90 minutes from the entrance to Acadia, it was well worth it. If our agenda had included Camden, Banghor, or Belfast, it would have been even more ideal--we'll leave that for next time. The kitchen is well stocked and allowed us to enjoy making meals together in the evenings. The view is not overstated and was a highlight every morning as we enjoyed a cup of coffee on the deck. Andrea was prompt in her responses and has created a house that feels like home. We will certianly recommend it for friends and family who make trips to the area in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for a quiet getaway

Enjoyed our weekend getaway, would stay longer next time. Everything was great except for the weather but you can’t control Mother Nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Vacation

Very nice home with frontage on a pretty lake. Beautiful view.Accurate listing. Good sized combination family room kitchen and dining room on main floor with walkout deck along the entire length. Good sized bedrooms. Property was very clean. All needed amenities are available. Acadia is a 70 minute drive to Bar Harbor. Highly recommend Young’s Lobster Depot for lobster.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Freda L., Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Vacation

This lovely home is situated on beautiful Swan Lake. This was our first visit to Maine and we were looking for a location where we could make day trips. The view from the house is beautiful. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed. The host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. I would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy H., Edisto Island, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends trip to Maine

This is a beautiful home to relax and enjoy the beauty of Swan Lake. We had fun using the canoe, kayaking, grilling out and sitting around the fire pit and seeing the stars! The kitchen is well stocked and clean for having meals at “home” and sitting out on the deck overlooking the lake. We saw loons, geese, eagles and ospreys daily. I feel in love the call of the loons! The 4 of us had a wonderful stay and would love to return some day!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, clean home with excellent views!

Lovingly maintained home, close to Belfast and other attractions. Great lakefront getaway from life's hustle and bustle.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We have come back to this lovely spot three years in a row. Andrea is a great host, and we couldn't ask for a more beautiful and comfortable accommodation. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded Expectations

What a great vacation rental! The host was very friendly and responded quickly to any question we had. The house was beautiful and you couldn’t ask for a better view of the lake. Plenty of outdoor activities to do such as kayaking, swimming, and fishing. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022