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Upscale Lakefront Cottage - Kayaks, Jacuzzi for 2, A/C, 45 min to Bar Harbor

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Back of house lake side, with deck, gas BBQ, Table and 4 chairs, 4 extra chairs
Front of cottage, Lake is in the rear, flat and level to the lake, 40'  away
Lake view from living room
Living room, 65' TV, leather reclining couch, 2 recliners

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bucksport, ME
  • Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Telephone Museum
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Cross Insurance Center
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2, guest room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3/Office

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Upscale Lakefront Cottage - Kayaks, Jacuzzi for 2, A/C, 45 min to Bar Harbor

Rent by the week. 7 night minimum stay. Experience a slice of heaven and Enjoy Maine, "the way life should be" in a new UPSCALE 4 season romantic lakeshore cottage with breath taking views, in a convenient location on Hancock Pond, close to town and tourist areas like Bar Harbor, yet private with a rural feeling, complete with wildlife such as chipmunks, humming birds, loons, ducks, an eagle once in awhile, etc. The upscale cottage is in Bucksport, a beautiful small seaside town that was founded in 1764 on the Penobscot Bay (ocean). Bucksport is 30 minutes from Bangor Airport, 40 minutes from Bar Harbor/Acadia, 30 minutes from Camden, Blue Hill, Castine and other lovely areas. Bella Cottage is only 40' from the lake in a pristine swimmable cove, yet only 15 minutes to the town Bucksport, with grocery store and restaurants. Fabulous views and all of the modern upscale conveniences for your comfort and pleasure. Three bedroom, 2 bath, single story cottage completely furnished, including all linens. The master and 2nd bedroom have a queen size bed (firm) and the 3rd bedroom has a futon that is converted into a full size bed. AIR CONDITIONING in the Living Room and Master Bedroom for your comfort, as it can get hot in the summer! Ceiling fans throughout. The cottage has WIFI for internet access and an incumbent bike for exercise on a rainy day. Front load full size large capacity washer and dryer for your convenience -- no trips to the laundry mat. Gourmet kitchen with new high end appliances including induction stove, oven, programmable microwave, dishwasher, Refrigerator, air fryer, iced tea maker, boiled egg maker, blender, toaster, toaster oven, tea kettle, Keurig coffee maker, lobster pot, cooking utensils, linens, etc. Living Room has AIR CONDITIONING, one wonderful comfortable LEATHER RECLINING couch and 2 recliners to relax at the end of a busy day. The living room has a Smart 65" HDTV with direct tv, DVR, DVD player, and surround sound for your pleasure. Master bedroom en suite has a ceiling fan, TV, new queen size firm bed, luxury sateen sheets, jacuzzi tub for 2, a separate shower, and dual sinks and AIR CONDITIONING! Guest room (2nd bedroom) has a queen size firm bed, luxury sateen sheets and a ceiling fan.. The 3rd bedroom is an office with a desk, a printer, a futon that converts into a bed, and an incumbent bike for exercise. The deck includes a table with 4 chairs, 4 additional light weight chairs that can be moved where desired, a new Genesis propane gas grill, a fire pit for roasting marshmallows and hot dogs. Everything needed for a wonderful Downeast Maine Vacation! This is our 2nd home and we furnished it with the items for maximum comfort and convenience. You will not be disappointed. Minutes to downtown Bucksport where you have access to groceries, gas stations, restaurants and fun things to do, like seeing the Observation Tower on the Penobscot bridge, Fort Knox, and taking a movie in at a quaint 1920's local movie theater, the best old fashioned ice cream shoppe, good memorable restaurants, book store, fish hatchery, take a walk along the awesome walking trail on the waterfront, see the new Art Light House, Huckleberries gift shop, and sweet cheeks bakery. Be sure to see the grave marker of Colonel Buck on Main Street, where the legend says a witch burned at the stake said she'd leave a boot and a heart on his tombstone! The cottage is stocked with high end sheets and towels, plenty of linens as well as items such as hand soap, bar soap for showers, toilet paper, paper towels, k-cups, dish soap, dishwasher soap, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, and a few other such items for your convenience. Discount of 5% for 14 nights or more for stays from June to the end of September. Discount of 10% for 28 days or more. Cottage is perfect for 2 couples or 4 to 5 people, maximum.

Property manager

Cathy Bella, owner; Sandy Robshaw Property Manager
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Septic tank. Do not put anything other than toilet paper down the toilet, no food scraps down kitchen drain as there is no garbage disposal.
No Smoking, parties or loud noise. Kayaks are at your own risk. No liability by owner. Please water flower beds and grass if no rain that week.
Upon checkout, please wash and dry towels. Leave them folded on Dryer. Please wash and dry sheets if time permits. So appreciate this!

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bucksport

Located in Bucksport, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Jonathan Buck Monument and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Knox State Park and Fort Point State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Center or Bangor Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bucksport, ME

What's nearby

  • Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Telephone Museum - 28 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 30 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 30 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 31 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bucksport House of Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Crosby's Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wahl's Dairy Port - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale Lakefront Cottage - Kayaks, Jacuzzi for 2, A/C, 45 min to Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upscale Lakefront Cottage - Kayaks, Jacuzzi for 2, A/C, 45 min to Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale Lakefront Cottage - Kayaks, Jacuzzi for 2, A/C, 45 min to Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Upscale Lakefront Cottage - Kayaks, Jacuzzi for 2, A/C, 45 min to Bar Harbor located?

Located in the heart of Bucksport, this cottage is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Bucksport Golf Club and within 9 miles (15 km) of Toddy Pond and Branch Lake. Jonathan Buck Monument and Silver Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Peacefull location

Very clean property, excellent communication with owner. Great location for seeing Acadia National Park
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great stay

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The location is just what we wanted. The cottage was so well stocked that we really just needed clothes and food for ourselves. The hosts couldn't have made things easier for us. They also communicated extremely well. Definitely would recommend a stay. We'll try and be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANINE V.

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

Wonderful, peaceful getaway!

My mom and I agree, we couldn't have chosen a more relaxing place to be. The cottage was immaculate and even better than described. Our stay was very special as it was just the two of us and we now had time to pay attention to each other.The cottage was quiet and offered all the luxuries you could want. We especially enjoyed the proximity to the pond. Kayaking was awesome and peaceful. Often I was the only one on the water. We saw turtles, osprey and 2 bald eagles, not to mention the geese and ducks that made the rounds twice a day! We couldn't have been happier-wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda F.

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

Great Location and Helpful Owners

This is a well maintained property situated along a pond where you can sit peacefully by or kayak in. All the amenities that are listed in the description are accurate. The owners are very helpful and informative leading up to and during the stay. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Lovely lake side cottage in a Prime Maine suburb

Cottage was exactly as described! Bed was comfortable and lake was wonderful. House was well equipped and clean! Only recommendation I would have is to have a couple lounge chairs to enjoy by the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

A relaxing and peaceful getaway

We truly enjoyed Bella Cottage. It was a great central location for all we wanted to do. It was very clean and well stocked with the neccesary essentials. Very comfortable and easy to figure out how to work all appliances and heating system. The view of Hancock Pond was magnificent from the cottage and had a nice deck from which to enjoy as well! We recommend Bella Cottage completely!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander T.

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

Bucksport Cabin

Property was very clean, as shown in pictures. Very close to Ft. Knox and downtown Bucksport. 1 hour drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Great location on Handcock Pond. Would definitely recommend. Owner and local agent are very responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Great place with everything you need!

All you need is there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

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

Excellent relaxing vacation!

Absolutely wonderful to spend a relaxing week on Hancock pond at Bella Cottage. Plenty of space for our family of four (kids 12 and 8). We enjoyed the kayaks, swimming, fire pit, and the comfortable recliners for movie time. Close to lots of great ice cream spots, the Observation Bridge, and Fort Knox. The kitchen was very well stocked for all the cooking we did and we also really enjoyed eating at McLeod’s and Crosby’s. Highly recommend a stop at the Unique Rock Shop!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khris C.

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

Summer Maine Retreat

This property is lovely. Watching the morning fog roll in across the lake is so peaceful. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need. Our bed was comfy in the master room. The check-in procedure was a little different from other VBROs in that we had to meet the property manager to exchange the key, both for check in and out, but this didn't cause any delays. Nice folks. Nice home. We loved Maine!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey W.

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

Absolutely awesome place!

We spent a peaceful and relaxing 10 days here. Close enough to Acadia and Bar Harbor to visit, but far enough away to get away from the crowds. Bucksport is a neat little town as well. The house was super clean, and everything was well stocked and just like the pictures. If you’re into fishing the lake is some great bass fishing as well. The owners are very responsive and helpful. This one is on our “repeat” list to return! Can’t recommend this one enough!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

C E.

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

Family trip

The location of this house is wonderful. The pond is secluded, quiet and relaxing. There is one neighbor close to the property but they were quiet and respectful. The house is clean, spacious and fit our needs perfectly. The property manager and owner weee so nice and great to deal with. We had one small problem while there and they dealt with it immediately and worked hard to make our stay enjoyable. The only recommendation I would have is to change to keyless entry. We had to coordinate with the property manager for check in and check out. She was accommodating but it would be keyless entry would be helpful. Thank you for allowing us to stay at this wonderful property! My family thoroughly enjoyed themselves and it was hard to say “ goodbye”
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M., Gettysburg, PA

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

Lovely rental!

This is a lovely cottage, immaculately clean in a great location. There are loons on the pond and we saw eagles and osprey fishing there too. Communication with the owners and the property manager was easy and the house is very well supplied. If we come back to this area we would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Bill B.

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

Lobster feast!

Great views and fishing. A little too much personal belongings in sight.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia m., Titusville

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

My other home!

Loved this property so much from 3 weeks last year, we opted for 10 weeks this time. We consider the owners friends and kept in contact. Was sooo tough to give the keys back yesterday. Felt so much like home. Thank you Cathy and Bob.
Stayed 69 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing

What a beautiful place. The pictures don’t do it justice. We had such a great time. The owner has a detailed folder with things to do, places to eat etc. The place was stocked with everything you need. Very relaxing and peaceful view. I would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Hancock pond cottage- great rental

Great property! Would definitely consider this as a return rental. Would have liked kayaks at the property & keyless entry. Fishing was great. It's a bitting pond! Saw osprey, eagles & ducks at various times on the pond. Had baby salamanders make their home in our kayaks. House was well stocked with kitchen, bathroom and linen supplies. About 40 minutes to Arcadia. Bucksport was a 10 minute drive to grocery store. Visit the friar house brewery for their lobster roll. Would recommend this property for a 5 people or less family gathering.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

patricia m., Titusville

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

Loved it!!

We rented five different homes, in five different areas through VRBO during our summer stay in Maine. This one was our favorite. Sad to leave! Had everything you could want, one level easy living, clean and modern. Cable TV and WIFI worked great. Love our 3 week stay so much, we have rented again for next year. Miss it already!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Peggy V., Parkville,Md.

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

Peaceful lake location

Beautiful, newly remodeled home is located on a quiet lake. Property has a kitchen with everything imaginable. The only draw back is the milweed in lake. Water shoes are a must and a raft or float for the water would make time in the water more enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

Peaceful and serene.

Super comfortable cottage, surrounded by quiet, beautiful scenery. Enjoyed feeding chipmunks and exploring the vicinity. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G., Boston

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

Absolutely wonderful!

Our family of 5 (2 adults and 3 young children) had a fabulous stay at Bella Cottage! Cozy, very well stocked, and just all around fantastic. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

william b.

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

Very serene

Enjoyed the privacy. Setting was beautiful in the cove. Beautiful weather to sit on the dock to fish or the deck listening to music havinga cocktail, morning coffee. The hummingbirds were amazing. Zipping all around us. We definitely would come back. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca s.

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

Absolutely breathtaking

This Cottage is absolutely beautiful! Had the most relaxing stay and there wasn’t one thing I didn’t enjoy. Fishing was great, water clear and warm. Loved jacuzzi tub. Stocked with everything you will ever need. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful Cottage with our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica I.

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

Wonderful Vacation!

We had a wonderful 2 week vacation at Bella Cottage. The cottage was extremely well stocked and had everything we needed, plus the air conditioning was an added bonus! I do recommend water shoes as it makes it easier to get in and out of the water. The table and chairs on the deck are extremely comfortable we were able to see some amazing sunsets! It was tough to leave and we will be back soon. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

This is it!

Want to relax, sit near or on a pond, and have plenty of what you need to whip up a dinner for the family? THIS IS IT. Everything was wonderful; we particularly appreciated: a very well stocked kitchen (dishes, silverware, cooking items and appliances), comfortable porch chairs on a spacious deck, and two very clean bathrooms. We rented a canoe (The Activity Shop in Blue Hill, recommended) and enjoyed both paddling and swimming in the lake (bring water shoes). We cooked several meals and had plenty of space and the needed equipment. The double reclining couches are comfy and the Wi-Fi was a nice bonus (for when you need to re-plug into the world). Absolutely great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Bella, owner; Sandy Robshaw Property Manager

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We grew up in Southern California. My husband spent his summers in Bucksport as a kid working on his uncle's dairy farm. I've been a city girl my whole life with a passion for animals and fell in love with Bucksport the first time I saw it when I was 22 years old. We purchased the un-winterized 'camp' to vacation in summer before we purchased our first home! We built the new Cottage in 2005 in the same spot the old camp was located and plan to spend retirement years in the summer here.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property because of the beauty of the lake, the wild life, close to town as well as close to Bar Harbor, Acadia, Deer Isle, Ellsworth, Bangor, Castine and Camden. We love the small town atmosphere and the closeness to larger cities for convenience.

What makes this property unique

Fantastic views from the living room of the lake to see the loons, ducks, deer, turkeys, chipmunks, butterflies, birds, turtles, squirrels, an Eagle once in awhile. The setting is so peaceful by the lake, hearing the water, birds, and the sounds of nature. The view is breath taking and sitting outdoors on the deck to enjoy it is a favorite past time. Yet it is convenient to town for groceries and restaurants and so easy to get to Bar Harbor, Searsport, Belfast, Trenton and Blue Hill, my favorites. The house is a cottage, but with all the modern conveniences, modern kitchen, AIR CONDITIONING in living room and Master Bedroom, reclining leather couch and chairs, great master suite, front load oversize washer and dryer, internet, central vacuum, and a 65'' HDTV very private and peaceful -- a slice of heaven!

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English

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