Lakefront Camp on Molasses Pond, Easily Accessible to Mount Desert Island. | Cottage in Eastbrook

9.6 (34 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Franklin Cottage | Lakefront Camp on Molasses Pond, Easily Accessible to Mount Desert Island.

2 Bedroom Cottage in Franklin, Eastbrook

THIS LAKE CAMP IS FOR OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS AND COFFEE LOVERS!
Recent Upgrades: the owners have made recent upgrades to the outdoor furniture, water sports equipment, and the boathouse.
We have added four (4) polywood Adirondack chairs, as well as one (1) polywood picnic table (to arrive mid-July).
We have added four (4) kayaks (3 singles, and 1 double/tandem); a sailboard, and a Sunfish sailboat.
In the boathouse for the kids, we will be adding a newer air hockey table, a foosball table, and a ping pong table.
Reservations are for Saturday to Saturday only, and check-in is at 3pm and check-out is at 10am. If you are a serious fisherman, you can also reserve a fishing boat through Lou Kiefer; his phone number is (207) 460-2006, and his email is lkiefer507@gmail.com. The rate is $400 per week.
Nestled in the trees near the edge of a quiet spring-fed lake, the cottage affords privacy, coolness, and beautiful views. It is located 30 minutes from Ellsworth, with its many stores, which serves as the gateway to Acadia National Park, and is within easy driving distance of 'the real DownEast' and even Canadian attractions. One hour from Bangor.
The camp is about 30 feet from the lake. There is also a second building which functions as a workshop and storage area for water and fishing equipment, and also has a clothes dryer but no washer due to plumbing restrictions. There are 2 laundromats in Ellsworth.
There is a dock, and 4 kayaks (1 dbl., 3 sgl). Molasses Pond is a clear, calm lake and is 2 miles long and spring fed. Excellent swimming from the dock, and there is a sandy public beach at the head of the lake.
Access from the driveway is by means of a long ramp and 7 stairs. Pets require a $50 cleaning fee.
The 2 bedrooms have double beds supplemented by six (6) single beds on the 2nd floor. The rear windows in the loft has an air conditioner. A heat pump/air conditioner is mounted on the living room wall and has a remote control for setting the respective hot and cold temperatures.
The kitchen has an electric stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, cookware, dishes & utensils. and a wood stove. There is also an outdoor gas grill. The kitchen table seats 5 comfortably. WIFI coverage throughout. The living room has a TV (as does the loft), wood stove, mounted deer head and moose horns. The screened porch has sliding windows with great views of the lake and fishing loons.
Lawn furniture and a picnic table provide great outdoor lounging & eating.

Lakefront Camp on Molasses Pond, Easily Accessible to Mount Desert Island is located in Franklin. Lakefront Camp on Molasses Pond, Easily Accessible to Mount Desert Island provides accommodation, featuring TV, Laundry, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This Cottage features TV, Laundry, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakefront Camp on Molasses Pond, Easily Accessible to Mount Desert Island has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Franklin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Franklin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

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 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: pets are allowed if previous agreement is made pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Mary Alice F.
Oct 11, 2024 07:17:42 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This vacation was perfect. After the first weekend there was no one else staying on the lake near us except the resident loons. Acadia was not at all crowded and the Island Explorer bus system was convenient and easy to use. The dormitory under the eaves is where we chose to sleep so we were able to see the lake, see the full moon, hear the loons, and enjoy the sunrise right from the comfort of our beds. The fire pit was right next to the lake and we used it almost every night. The cottage was rustic but comfortable and spacious. The main sitting area was cozy and inviting. The weather was perfect for swimming the first week and perfect for hiking and bonfires and sightseeing the entire trip. The leaves were changing throughout our stay, so we got to see some fall color. Whale watching from Bar Harbor was the highlight of the trip as we spotted harbor porpoises, white sided dolphins, common dolphins, humpback whales, and even two right whales who are severely endangered. I recommend this property to anyone, whether adults or families with kids and pets. It is perfectly situated to easily reach Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and plenty of other destinations in the blueberry growing region or along the coast. Nova Scotia is also just a ferry ride away. It was a real downeast Maine getaway!
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