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Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine.

2.0 star property
Cottage in Holden with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Holden, ME
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Hollywood Casino at Bangor
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Savings Amphitheater
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holden

Located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Phillips Lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Playland Adventures. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Cross Insurance Center - 16 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 16 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 17 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Eastern Maine Medical Center - 20 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Bangor Mall - 22 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬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.

Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine.

If you are looking for a great vacation spot in central Maine, look no further. Enjoy the privacy of this fully-equipped cottage on beautiful Holbrook Pond. Conveniently located near the Bangor/Brewer area, you can either relax and enjoy a canoe or kayak paddle (available on-site) or simply enjoy the location on the deck or by the campfire. For the more adventurist types, you can participate in the many amenities available in the area.

In this spot you will be close to many parks and walking trails, golf courses, Hollywood Casino, historic Fort Knox, the Penobscot Narrows Observatory, the Bangor Waterfront Pavilion, and a variety of restaurants and shops. A short drive east will bring you to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park and scenic Downeast Maine. For the more outdoor types, a drive north will bring you to Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin.

Close to Bangor International Airport, you can fly in and rent a car, or bring a car or camper and park on-site.

We look forward to meeting you.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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: 15
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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: 15.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Holden, close to Phillips Lake, Chemo Pond, and Playland Adventures.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine. good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine. have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR), which is 14.4 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is located 27.5 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine. ?

Yes, every accommodation at Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine. comes with a deck.

Beautiful waterfront cottage with the conveniences of home in central Maine. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barb S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is well-decorated, has plenty of reading materials, games, and supplies for cooking. The view is awesome, nicely arranged outdoor seating areas for eating, campfire, relaxing, and taking in the scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We found this to be a very comfortable and relaxing cottage. Off the beaten path, but very easy to find. Feet from the lake and beautiful scenery - a short drive to Acadia / Schoodic. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property - a rare find on an isolated pond - really beautiful!
Kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family wanted a peaceful Maine vacation on a pond. We were very blessed to have found the perfect cottage with the most amazing views overlooking the water. The cottage itself was extremely clean, very well stocked, decorated beautifully, and had so many amenities, including a dishwasher and air conditioning - both a rarity in a Maine cottage. The hosts were kind and very gracious. Given the chance, my family and I would not hesitate to rent again next year.
Sunset on the Pond
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was beyond lovely. It is clean and filled with little touches that make the cottage a perfect home. I particularly enjoyed the use of the kayak, fire pit, wi-fi and dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the beautiful, peaceful location. Great dock, kayak, canoe, fire pit with Adirondack chairs. The house was very comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed. Several living areas where we could spread out and relax. The view of the lake from the front room was amazing. Two nice decks and outdoor furniture. Just wish there had been a bedroom downstairs near the bathroom. But, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful two weeks at Holbrook Pond

We go to Holbrook Pond every year but this was our first time at John and Martha’s camp and we couldn’t be happier. The location and views are wonderful, the house is clean, comfortable and has everything you will need and the hosts are welcoming and available if you have questions. Overall a terrific stay in a beautiful place with terrific hosts. We will be back. Thank you John and Martha!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale H., LEESBURG

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful for a relaxing vacation. Gorgeous views, especially the sunrises and the loons.The hosts were most accommodating.We enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 43 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

claudia c.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Adorable cottage with an amazing view of the pond. Main floor very spacious, large kitchen, adorable decor with attention to detail. Set up to have a fire in the wood stove or outside right next to the pond. So relaxing and cozy! Owner is in main house next door and came and introduced himself when we arrived. Just the right amount of off the beaten path but still convenient to Bangor and local shops. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Super duper clean, has everything we needed to cook. Very tranquil location and just all around beautiful spot owned by a lovely and kind couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marcy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rest and relaxation oasis

Quite, peaceful, just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a family vacation!

Very nice property and location to multiple Maine attractions. The view of the lake is amazing. Had plenty of room for our family of 5 and guests that visited us during our stay. The kitchen offered plenty of space to prepare meals. Would stay here again in the future. The owners were super nice and made sure we had what we needed during our stay. There is a charcoal grill there which is a plus. The Wi-fi signal is weak, but we were on vacation so we survived.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024