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Maine Hidden Gem

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Brooks, ME
  • Place, Swan Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfast Harbor
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfast City Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Brooks

This vacation home is located 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Swan Lake and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Waterfall Arts. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Swan Lake - 17 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Waterfall Arts - 23 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Belfast Harbor - 24 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Belfast Armistice Bridge - 24 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Belfast City Park - 26 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 18 min drive
  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swan Lake Grocery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tattooed Dad Brewing Co. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mobile Entertainment Solutions - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪K & K Enterprises - ‬12 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.

Maine Hidden Gem

Gorgeous post and beam, well hidden at the top of Maine’s midcoast.
Tucked in on a dirt road. Yet conveniently located close to many of Maine’s well loved attractions. Enjoy a clam/lobstahh bake, end the night with a great fire, toasting s’mores, and seeing the stars. Really seeing them! Listen to and see wildlife. Celebrate your children’s graduation from one of the many universities around. Celebrate having a nice little holiday with your loved ones. Even consider a small anniversary or wedding here.

Pick lavender at one of the few farms around. Eat local, go fishing, paddle boarding, enjoy a book and or making a sand castle at one of the local beaches. The activities are endless! Or just enjoy sitting under the pergola and working on a puzzle, dining outdoors, with those you love.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

Smokingofanykindisn’tok.Toiletpaperonlydownthetoilet.Breaktherules,paytheprice
Quiethoursbetween10pm-7am

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Yo must clean up after your dog in the yard

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: The home has spiral stairs. I provide gates

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Brooks, close to Swan Lake.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Maine Hidden Gem?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a jetted bathtub, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Maine Hidden Gem?

No, but all accommodations at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR), which is about 22.6 mi away. Another top airport is Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Maine Hidden Gem?

Yes, every accommodation at Maine Hidden Gem comes with a balcony.

Maine Hidden Gem Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Negative Ants in master bedroom No coffee 1 kitchen towelTrouble hooking up tv (didn’t use it much)Positive Pretty much everything else Kid friendly eating and game table Great fire pit Beautiful sky at night
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F., Anaheim Hills, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
There were 9 of us in our party and we needed a large home with enough beds and bathrooms for us all. "Maine Hidden Gem" house did that perfectly for us. The house is beautiful. The only problem we had when we got there was finding one of the bedrooms. The bedroom with the 2 beds in the room is accessible through the garage & upstairs. There is no bathroom for this garage bedroom. You need go into the house for a bathroom. Leanne was very quick getting back to us in finding where the room was located. There was plenty of toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, shower soap, laundry detergent, etc. for our stay. We really appreciated that. We loved having the large dining table to play games. We all loved our stay. Thank you Leanne.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not going back

The listing doesn’t
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding in Maine

The home made for perfect stay for our family. The options for housing in this part of Maine are limited and this home was a very pleasant surprise. It made for perfect location for a family wedding in the area. We also discovered several hiking trails in the area and enjoyed the fall colors. Leanne (the owner) was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V. W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure maine

Lovely home and owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
I am not sure if the fault lies with the owner or with VRBO/Expedia but the property was double-booked, forcing us to find other last minute accommodations. Despite several messages to the owner, I still have heard nothing back after 5 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorie T.

Great Location!

This was a great location, close to a lot of things but you also felt like you were in the middle of nowhere. The house was beautiful and there was plenty of room for the 8 of us. The only thing you need to be aware of is there is no air conditioning. The loft does have A/C but the main house does not. While it may cool down at night, we had some very hot days and were not able to be in the main house on those days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House! Great stay!!

Really wonderful house. Convenient to Belfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023