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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lewiston, ME
  • Place, Bates College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Olin Arts Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Androscoggin River
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lewiston

This cottage places you next to Bates College and within a 10-minute walk of Olin Arts Center. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Bates College - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Olin Arts Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Androscoggin River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Robin's Garden & Dog Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Festival Plaza - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 29 min drive
  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe’s - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lotus Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 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.

Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors!

Tucked right alongside the Bates College campus in one of Lewiston's prettiest neighborhoods, Our Cottage is a 450 sq. ft private retreat.

Wake up to songbirds & wander the beautiful Bates campus...or lace up & climb Mt. David for scenic views. The Maine coast is just a short drive. Situated 40 min north of Portland, we are a perfect halfway point whether you're headed to Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, or beyond.

Booking in winter? Enjoy heated bathroom floors & cozy sheets.

Bates family/alumni? We are a 1-min walk from the Gomes Chapel and Schaeffer Theater side of campus.

Medical professional? We're 1/2 mile from both CMMC and St. Mary's Hospital.

New England School of Metalwork Student? We're 2.5 miles from the school.

Working remotely? Laptop stands and other items can be made available to borrow upon request.

Amenities to make your stay comfortable:
-Fully stocked kitchen with stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, French press, and Keruig. Local ground coffee, k-cups, tea, and basics like cream and sugar are stocked in the cottage for your convenience.
-Queen bed in bedroom, and pull-out sleeper sofa in living room
-In-unit washer and dryer
-Heated bathroom floors
-Heat and AC
-Smart TV
-Small patio
-Cleaned with hypoallergenic and low-scent natural/organic products; linens washed with fragrance-free detergent
-Simple and straightforward booking rate, no surprise deposit or cleaning fee

Notes about this property:

**The Vibe**
This cottage is an in-law unit next to our house, giving you your own private, separate space. We're tucked into a quiet and beautiful residential neighborhood next door to Bates College. Our cottage is ideal for guests who want to slow down, sleep well, and feel genuinely at home in a wonderful and peaceful neighborhood. The cottage has a kitchen, dining area, living room area, bedroom, and bathroom.

**Parking**
One space in our driveway is also available to you if you need a place to park. Otherwise, free street parking is right out front, available 6 AM–11 PM.

**A Few Things to Know**
- We are not able to accommodate guest pets at this time, sorry!
- No parties or events please.

We can't wait to share this little corner of Maine with you.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 450 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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 and a first aid kit
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Lewiston within a short 8-minute walk of Olin Arts Center. You'll also find Auburn Mall and Lake Grove Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors!?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors!?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each cottage and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors!?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is 6.5 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State), which is around 25.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors!?

Yes, every cottage at Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors! comes with a porch/lanai.

Steps from Bates College, Quiet & Beautiful Cottage with Heated Bathroom Floors! Reviews

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10

Exceptional

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

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Location
Great little spot with easy access to the college. Host was great and included some very thoughtful touches, which were much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nadra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026