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Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat

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Ward Pond, calm water, quiet, beautiful, summer, nature.
A darling circular driveway, filled with blooming perennials, new every week!
Screen house and camp from pond side. Lots of room for lawn chairs in the shade.
Stairway to fun- lower lawn, screen house, dock, waterfront!
Camp Betty's newly painted deck. Enjoy morning coffee in the sun here!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sidney, ME
  • Belgrade Lakes Chain
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Augusta Civic Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Left Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Right Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Sunshine Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat

Located on Ward Pond, Sidney, close to Augusta, Oakland, Belgrade Lakes Region, Waterville. Nearby, Belgrade Lakes Golf Club, dining, hiking, museums, shopping, day spas, movies, summer theaters, music camp, berry picking & horseback riding.
Camp Betty has a limit of 6 guests. Linens/blankets/pillows provided.
No campers or RV's, please. Weekly or monthly rental only.

There is a horseshoe pit, outside fireplace with gathering area, space for lawn games such as volleyball, bocce ball, & croquet. Fishing, birdwatching, nature study, walking trails, swimming & boating.

Hosts available for check-in, check-out, and as needed.

Property manager

Emily or Dallas
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Augusta

Located in Augusta, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belgrade Lakes Chain and Augusta Mill Park, while Maine State Museum and Harlow Gallery are cultural highlights. Samantha Smith and Kennebec Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sidney, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • University of Maine at Augusta - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Augusta Country Club - 19 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Camp Betty' Lakeside Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Belgrade Lakes Chain and within 6 miles (10 km) of Alfond Center for Health and Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Augusta Civic Center and University of Maine at Augusta are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Awesome visit!

Beautiful setting, perfect for relaxing vacation! We especially loved the back screened in porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Great waterfront cabin with huge screen porch

I loved
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene S.

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

Lake cabin

Cabin is very nice and roomy. Lots of water toys, games for outdoor fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste H.

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

A Traditional Maine Camp

Loved the screened porch and the board games and jigsaw puzzles available. Wonderful dock and boats. Canoed all around the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Great stay

Property owner very nice guy, place is as shown online. Great place to get away on a family vacation. Pond water was pretty clean and caught some big bass. Used water crafts provided daily and had plenty of fires for the kids in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea R.

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

Quiet cabin with many options for fun at the water with beautiful flowers. VERY comfortable beds!

Check in and check out was easy. It is a very peaceful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

A quiet & relaxing getaway

We stayed at Camp Betty for a week while exploring the streams and lakes in the area by canoe. The cabin is on a quiet pond and we found it to be clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Excellent location

My brothers, my nephew and I fish every year for a week in different places and we have fished Maine quite a few times. This place was in a perfect location to fish different areas. Pretty hot for Maine but we made the best of it. The host came over and met us when we arrived. Great week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

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

Excellent family stay

We had a great week at camp Betty! It was the perfect family getaway. Kids enjoyed fishing and paddling around the pond and roasting s'mores in the campfire. Lots of outdoor activities nearby and would definitely enjoy staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Great place

A perfect place to stay. Quiet and beautiful location. Great Wi-Fi and plenty of room made it easy for two of us to work remotely. Really good kitchen amenities. Comfy bed. Thank you, Dallas.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tatum K.

Camp Betty was great!!!

My family had a great week at Camp Betty. It had everything we needed and Emily and Dallas were great hosts. The water is crystal clear and the fishing was great. We hope to return again.

10/10 Excellent

Audrey A., Pasadena

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

Wonderful week on the pond

We really enjoyed our time in Maine at Camp Betty! Rainy days and nights cozied up on the beautiful covered porch, plenty of unique books, games, puzzles available, loons calling across the pond, cozy kitchen great for preparing meals…
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene S.

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

Camp Betty

Very beautiful setting. Relaxing screen porch. Well supplied kitchen. All the boats you need for water fun. Hope to return next August.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Relaxing, Peaceful, and Fun!

Camp Betty was the perfect spot for three generations of our family. Some of us spent a lot of time in the hammock or lawn chairs reading and chatting and some of us spent a lot of time in the paddle boats or building frog forts at the waterfront. Dallas and Emily were wonderful hosts--friendly and accessible. Strongly recommend for a family vacation.

10/10 Excellent

linda l.

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

Camp Betty makes it easy to relax

Camp Betty is set up to make it easy to relax and play in the lake and in the house. There are kayaks , canoes and more to enjoy , the lake is protected by a lot of forests so is not too busy, the water is warm. Inside lots of games and a well equipped kitchen. Not fancy and very comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Wonderful, relaxing vacation

We had an absolutely wonderful time at Camp Betty. The cabin is perched atop a hill looking down on a lovely cove. There's a little beach, which was perfect for our children. We loved going out on the canoe, bass fishing, swimming, making s'mores around the camp fire, and even play horseshoes. I wish I were still there and hope I get to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margy B.

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

Fabulous place for family fun!

We spent a very happy week at Camp Betty playing outside in the yard, on the boats and in the water. We loved the front yard firepit, the screened in porch ,outdoor shower, comfy beds ,outdoor grill and swimming in the beautiful lake! Many thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Relaxing at the lake

We enjoyed swimming, canoeing and kayaking on Ward Pond, and fishing too! The cabin was very quaint and relaxing, with a screened porch where we could sit and watch the pond while sipping morning coffee. With 4 bedrooms there was plenty of room to spread out, and a nice big table to gather for games and meals. The neighborhood is very quiet, a great get away from it all place. Dallas was helpful and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Perfect, perfect, perfect!

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay. Our children swam easily and safely right off the dock, we enjoyed the boats available, and spent hours next to the lake just relaxing. Emily and Dallas are welcoming, cool, lovely, and the ideal hosts. The house is great for a family with a porch you can enjoy during any weather, any time of the day. Thank you, thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate B., Needham, MA

Cheerful home on lovely lake

My family and I had a wonderful and restful visit at Camp Betty. Dallas and Emily were very welcoming and right next door if we needed anything during our time. The house was comfortable and we spent time reading and playing board games. We enjoyed the kayak and exploring the grounds. We also had many fun games of croquet and bocce on the expansive lawn and at night enjoyed roasting marshmallows over the fire pit. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Lisbon, Maine

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

Rest and Relaxation

This was the perfect spot to spend a week. Just 10 minutes outside of Augusta and centrally located for a family to gather for vacation. There are 4 bedrooms, a large dining area and a spacious screened in deck. We also had access to a private dock with multiple boats the use on Ward Pond. There is a brand new grill as well as multiple fire pits including one right next to the water. We all had a fantastic time and would highly recommend the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

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

Perfect family getaway

Staying at Camp Betty was everything we hoped for! The accommodations were comfortable and as described. The large screened in porch overlooking the pond and cove area was my favorite spot to drink my coffee and start my day peacefully. My family enjoyed swimming, kayaking, using the paddle boat, fishing , lawn games and of course s’mores by the fire pit. Emily and Dallas were wonderful hosts and were available to help us with whatever we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Camp Betty and would recommend it to anyone looking to relax and have fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

September getaway

We were a group of 3 older adults and spent 5 nights at Camp Betty and they were peaceful and relaxing. We love the screen porch. The cottage is very comfortable. The kayaks were put to good use as we enjoyed paddling on the pond. Lots of bird watching. Camp Betty is very well equipped, all you need is to pick up your groceries. Emily and Dallas are great hosts and very responsive. I highly recommend Camp Betty.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Excellent!

We as a a growing family have been renting various homes in Maine for a week or two each summer for fifteen years. This property is simply excellent. Nothing fancy, just a very clean home and spectacular surroundings. A true camp but with a lot of comfort. Very well maintained. Everything worked, everything was clean and the owners obviously care a great deal. I would highly recommend to anyone, particularly those that love to be on the water. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise A., Gonic

Little Piece of Heaven

Betty's Camp was everything we had hoped for and more! Beautiful view of the water, with all the amenities including 2 paddle boats, row boat, canoe, rafts and floats. Many lasting memories were made in this large rustic camp with the huge screened in porch. Lovely wild flowers were blooming in the gardens and the geraniums in the window boxes were stunning. Dallas and Emily (the owners) are fantastic! You won't find anything disappointing when you arrive...we didn't want to leave this little piece of Heaven. We'll definitely be coming back to Camp Betty!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Emily or Dallas

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We are avid gardeners, we love DIY-ing, and our summer properties give us enough projects to last from spring to fall! We have a nice camp neighborhood, with good friends.

Why they chose this property

Dallas grew up in the area, and used to come to Ward Pond to visit friends. As an adult, a property came up for sale, and a purchase was made. The adjoining property became available, so Dallas and Emily purchased it, and named it "Camp Betty" to honor Emily's mother. The decision was made to fix it up as a guest cottage and rental property.

What makes this property unique

The camp has views of the back cove, we named "Doaky Cove." It is quiet and private, and afternoon stretches on for days.Full length porch. Screen house. Hammock. Dock. Sandy swimming area. Sunny mornings drinking coffee on the front deck. Horseshoe tournaments. Campfires. Lazy. Hazy. Crazy. Days of Summer..

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