Located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Swan Lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Swan Lake State Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
Penobscot Marine Museum - 21 min drive - 10.0 miles
Belfast Harbor - 28 min drive - 14.5 miles
Belfast City Park - 31 min drive - 15.9 miles
Fort Knox State Historic Site - 33 min drive - 18.2 miles
Getting around
Belfast Station - 20 min drive
Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Highland Blueberry Farm - 23 min drive
Schoodic Guide Service - 13 min drive
Maddie's Place - 21 min drive
Sub Shop - 17 min drive
Morse's Seafood - 8 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.
Lakeview Maine Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Canoe
Perched a short distance above the shores of Swan Lake lies this 2-bedroom, 1-bath Searsport vacation rental! With its fully equipped kitchen, inviting interior, and on-site private beach access, this cozy cottage has it all. Spend your days exploring Warren Island State Park, kayaking at Castine Kayak Adventures, or visiting the Penobscot Marine Museum. Return home to fire up the grill and enjoy a meal outside before ending the night by the fire pit, watching the sunset and making memories!
ATTRACTIONS: Penobscot Marine Museum (8 miles), Moose Point State Park (9 miles), Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory (10 miles), Maine Discovery Museum (24 miles), Warren Island State Park (27 miles), The Stephen & Tabitha King Foundation (28 miles) HIT THE TRAILS: Long Cove Headwaters Preserve (5 miles), Mount Waldo (Quarry Trail) (9 miles), Friends of Sears Island (11 miles), Belfast Rail Trail (11 miles), Little River Trail (14 miles), Turtle Head Preserve (37 miles) KAYAKING: Water Walker Sea Kayak, LLC (9 miles), Skyline Maine Adventures & Kayak Rentals (17 miles), Ducktrap Kayak (26 miles), Castine Kayak Adventures (30 miles) AIRPORT: Bangor International Airport (30 miles)
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- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires 2 exterior steps to enter - NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay - NOTE: Beach towels and any beach supplies you may need are not provided. It is highly recommended that you bring your own
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and a ceiling fan.
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
Garden
Unit size: 950 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
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 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: 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.
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.
Property is also known as
478856
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Searsport within a short 17-minute walk of Swan Lake. Swan Lake State Park is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.
Will I be able to park at this cottage?
Yes, though there is a max of 4 spaces.
Is this cottage adjacent 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.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Lakeview Maine Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Canoe?
At this beachfront cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Lakeview Maine Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Canoe?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
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.
How far is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR), which is 27 mi away (45 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lakeview Maine Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Canoe?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Lakeview Maine Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Canoe.
Lakeview Maine Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Canoe Reviews
Reviews
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Good
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Anna V.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice stay here. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Easy parking, very easy to check in, very easy to check out. Comfortable beds. Beautiful view of the lake from the living room.
Anna V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
2/10 Terrible
Rogers O.
Aug 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Needs a lot of improvements.
House review
The house was very clean, the best we ever rented in the last 20 years.
However the house had problems.
Of the five living room windows facing west to the lake, only one opened, and it was only about 10 inches. The living room A/C didn’t work well and the room was extremely hot with the sun shining directly in. The dark curtains which had to be closed to block the sun, made the room very depressing and unusable. They need to install awnings or add a porch with a roof on the outside to block the sun.
They also need to replace the windows because they don’t work
well.
The TV in the living room only had 4 channels, CBS and 3 cowboy or gangster shows.
The house was described as beach front. It was in fact 200 yards away and you had to walk down a a gravel road. The beach itself was nice.
The kitchen had several problems. The refrigerator door had to be shut forcefully. Very limited pots and pans. The facet needs to be replaced. The gas stove is very old. In order to light a burner, you had to turn on the gas and then use a hand held lighter so the flames would come on. The oven was the same.
The bathroom was nice, but a bath mat is needed in the shower because its floor is very slippery.
I’m sorry this is so negative, but the house has potential. I want the owner to know specific problems so they can be addressed.
Rogers
Rogers O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
mary l.
Sep 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet weekend
Wonderful cottage with lake view. Was listed as beach front but there was a short walk to the beach. Other then that the only problem was no plunger for the bathroom! We enjoyed our stay on this property.
mary l.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda D.
Sep 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
great place.
The grand children love the sandy beach. The weather was perfect at the time of our stay. Very quiet and private location.
Brenda D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Kristi W.
Aug 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Good place to stay. Air conditioning, beautiful lake, very quiet and secluded. Cute coastal town. Belfast is nearby and a great place to spend the day. Enjoyed Sears Island for a nice day hike. Also not far from Bar Harbor if you would like to head up there for the day.
Tim was a great host! Easily accessible! Left us his personal spotting scope, once he found out we were birders. I’m sure he would have done anything for us if we had asked!