Within a short walk of Maranacook Lake, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Annabessacook Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
University of Maine at Augusta - 17 min drive - 12.4 miles
Augusta Civic Center - 17 min drive - 12.8 miles
Getting around
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Weathervane Restaurant - 11 min drive
Fielder's Choice Ice Cream - 9 min drive
Phil's Super Variety & Grill - 6 min drive
White Duck Brew Pub - 7 min drive
Fast Eddie's Drive In - 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.
Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard
Enjoy the beautiful Lakes Region of central Maine! This charming 1900's home is on a quiet dead-end street, walking distance to Lake Maranacook town beach, and a minute stroll to Downtown Winthrop. Bring your kayaks and kayak from the backyard to Annabessacook lake! Enjoy fishing for large and small mouth bass as well as trout right in the backyard. With 10 bodies of water for kayaks, boating, jet skiing and more, hiking trails on Mount Pisgah, and Vaughn Woods, winter skiing nearby & ice fishing. Winthrop has all the outdoor fun! 2 bedrooms & 1 full bath on the 1st level & the entire 2nd level is ideal kids, with four twin beds. All new furniture & bedding Winthrop is centrally located in Maine, minutes to Hallowell and Augusta. Within an hour or less to Freeport, Boothbay, Camden, Portland and Rockland. Just over an hour to Bethel (Sunday River), Sugarloaf and Rangeley.
The space This home was built in 1900, has some of the original wood floors and doors. (new windows). There is a pretty sunroom off the King Bedroom to have your morning coffee or a cocktail at night. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed in the yard. There is parking for 2 cars in the driveway. Any additional cars can be parked on the grass on the side of the house.
We have a king bedroom with attached sunroom. A queen bedroom which is a joined to the king via a French door. The second floor has four twin beds, great for kids. All bedrooms have ceiling fans, upstairs has a window air conditioner as well as many fans available. There is an air conditioner in the living room as well. We find 6 guests are very comfortable, with one bathroom but there are beds for up to 8 guests.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,250 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please take all your trash to the trash cans outside. Do not leave any recycling, the town doesn't pick up.
If you can strip the beds it's a big help for the cleaners.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs must be leashed
Children and extra beds
Note from host: There is not a crib or high chair available
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 23
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Walk kayak to 2 lakes stroll downtown Winthrop
Kayak From Backyard or Walk to Town Beach Downtown Winthrop
FALL WEEKENDS AVAILABLE! WALK TO LAKE TOWN! KAYAK FROM BACKYARD
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Winthrop, a short 8-minute walk from Maranacook Lake and also 16 minutes on foot from Annabessacook Lake. You'll also find Cobbosseecontee Lake and Augusta Country Club nearby.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen, a meal delivery service, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does 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.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State), which is 9.9 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur), which is located 27.9 mi away (35-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard?
Yes, every accommodation at Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.
Located directly in central downtown and beach area, fish or kayak from backyard Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Norma E.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Region Charmer
We stayed at this home while in town for Maine 70.3. The location was great. Winthrop is a cute little town. Home was close to two beautiful lakes. The backyard was very peaceful, right next to a stream. The home was well appointed and had everything we needed. The communication with the host was great.
Norma E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering in Winthrop
Enjoyed our stay. House was clean and well equipped. However, access to Lake Annabessacook is limited. Will consider staying there again in the future.
Michael B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
David C., Arlington, VA, USA
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent spot for exploring Kennebec and visiting Augusta
This was my family's home base for the Ironman 70.3 Maine triathlon that my wife and I raced. We had a good time in the house, cooking in the kitchen, playing in the living room, and gathering our stuff for each day's excursion.
We managed the one bathroom and using fans rather than AC for most of the house. The house has its quirks, but given the favorable location it's a nice property. A good choice for exploring the Kennebec Valley!
David C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Pam D., Williamsburg, Va
Aug 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, glad there weren't more of us
There were 4 of us and sharing the common space might have been hard if every bed was filled . It was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The AC unit in the living room was a godsend ,
And the fans available really made it comfortable. Not really any water access , I suspect due to the severe lack of rain. Owner very responsive when I had questions .
Pam D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
2/10 Terrible
Elizabeth T.
Mar 9, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Awful "Host" - Misleading Listing
We booked this home as a place to sleep in between ice fishing with my family. Upon arrival we were disappointed with the location. Across from a graveyard down a dirt road with houses on top of each other. The home smelt like dog, there was dog hair everywhere, the sheets smelt unclean and strongly like perfume and the upstairs sleeping quarters had thick dust all over the baseboards above the beds. When booking it was just me an 4 others, then we had a few more family members join. BEWARE: the home says it sleeps 8 but you're charged more after 5. The owner has cameras watching over the property, my husband unplugged one to use the outlet and the host flipped out and called the cops on us for a "large party" and the responding officer joked that she had a hard time finding the complaint because when she arrived the home was dark and quiet as we were getting ready for bed. The host makes you purchase insurance so she can claim damage even if minimal, one guest drove on the "lawn" covered in snow so we couldn't tell the difference and she claimed the "lawn was destroyed" because of a couple tire marks she then submitted an $550 insurance claim for it. I have photos, the home was honestly left in better condition than when we arrived. The host claimed that she tired to get in touch with me - I have 2 emails charging me for the extra guest (sent while I was out on the lake for the day)
one of them borderline threatening saying " she will be arriving at 10am on check out day to leave the $$ and we better not be there when she arrives". I also had zero missed calls as she claimed she called endlessly. This host is watching your every move, so if that makes you uncomfortable you are better off at the Hilton 10 mins down the road, it will be much cleaner too!
Elizabeth T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katherine M.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Maine
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Winthrop. We were visiting relatives in the area and needed a place to spend our nights and this was perfect, it had everything we needed. The house was spacious, with more than enough room for the 2 couples that stayed there. The kitchen was well stocked with all kitchen items we needed for making breakfast and more. The house was clean and well-decorated; the beds were extremely comfortable. And our host was very responsive when we had questions. Next time we visit we would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others!