Great stay at Finch Camp! David is a fantastic host, very responsive to communications, and has thoughtfully provided just about everything you would need. We really appreciated the quantity of towels available. Highly recommend!
Finch Camp is a perfect magical summer getaway. Whether you want a cozy romantic stay or to play like a kid at the lake. Great spot to swim, the water is gorgeous. Kayaking all day, even to dinner at the Lakeshore house. Riding bikes, campfires, and the stars were more than a girl from the Jersey Shore could handle.
One of the neighbors have a sign that says âAdults at Playâ where one would normally see a âkids at playâsign. I think that is the perfect description for the time we had here.
We had a great time at our family get away to Monson, Maine. The camp was well equipped and quite spacious. The host was very responsive and friendly. For an off season camp visit we all had a fabulous time. I highly recommend this place!
Exactly the end of summer getaway that my family and I were looking for. My two teenage daughters loved the experience as they had never had the opportunity to stay at a camp before. The Finch camp was better than expected and had everything we needed. Great camp feel and Monson is a beautiful area. Thank you for sharing this place with us.
This camp was perfect for us. It had more than enough amenities for us to very comfortable. We all enjoyed time on the lake and around the campfire. The Monson General Store was close by and had a great selection. Conveniently located for countless day trips throughout the area.
We did not want to leave!!!
We had a great time at Finch Camp! Everything was as stated in the listing. The lake is beautiful and the loons made their presence known. Everyone in town was very friendly. Make sure to stop by the historical society on a Saturday for a tour of Monson's past.
nice and natural place, with a lot of space inside(good for a family with a kids, or some friends).Beutiful lake , with kanoe/kayaks on a site...
Will recommend to my friends
We really enjoyed staying at the cabin and caught the leaf changes at their peak. The best color of our trip was in and immediately around your cabin in Monson. Loved the history of the camp and met several neighbors who were extremely friendly and helpful.
We had 8 total adults staying at the Finch camp to celebrate my cousinâs and my own milestone birthdays. I was worried about all of us sharing one bathroom but even for the 2.5 days that all 8 guests were present, it was fine! We also could fit four cars in the parking area on the side.
The mattresses on all the beds in the bedrooms were incredibly comfortable. Upstairs bedrooms naturally got quite warm from summer heat but the cabin had fans in every bedroom and ceiling fans in the living room to help.
Kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, etc. (We did our big grocery shopping in Dover Foxcroft and supplemented with trips to Monsonâs General Store.)
We used the campâs kayaks on Lake Hebron and went out three times, including with our own additional kayaks. The campâs kayaks were built for tandem but we successfully used them as solo paddlers. One of my cousins enjoyed fishing off the dock with live bait from the local Irvingâs. We also used the inflatable floats from the porch bin and also played the campâs corn hole boards. We lived on the porch a lot during our stay just because it was so nice out there.
Owner was very responsive about a couple minor questions/issues that came up during the stay (e.g the caretaker ran some light bulbs over when we found we needed them.)
Finch Camp was a beautiful place to have a family gathering. It is a very quiet place save for the calls of loons and the occasional sound of rain dripping through the trees. The shore of Lake Hebron is just steps away and we enjoyed time sitting at the lake edge and time kayaking around the small islands in the center of the lake. The town center of Monson, with galleries, a small but well-curated general store, a welcoming pub, and antique stores, is an extremely short drive or a pleasant walk from the camp. The camp itself is warm and homey with a lot of pleasant touches and a sense of history integrated into modern comforts. I would happily stay here again.
Nice camp with lots of room. Very quite and peaceful. Internet boost worked great. Fire pit in pictures make you believe it's right in front of the camp but is actually a little walk down the road to the lake. Overall it was a great getaway.
We loved our stay at the Finch camp. David was proactive and very responsive in his communication, and the cabin itself was true to its description â rustic and charming with the kind of wear and tear that as visitors, we appreciated as markers of family stories and generations of memories. The weather was simply ideal â so much color to enjoy as the leaves were peaking, warm days on the water in the canoe, sunset kayaking, crisp morning runs and brunch on the porch. We brought groceries for meals, and the necessities were well stocked. In hindsight, there were plenty of places in Monson we would have enjoyed grabbing a bite to eat. The General Store is lovely, and it's really wonderful to see the life and energy on Main Street. There's so much to enjoy in the area, but we ended up really just slowing down and letting the days unfold slowly and naturally. For that reason, we didn't get the hiking in I'd originally planned to fit in during our stay, so we'll plan to return this gem!
We both loved our stay at Finch Camp. If you are looking to get away to the country this is a great choice. Kayak, canoe with private dock and great fishing. The fireplace is beautiful and the house is loaded with charm from generations past. I loved this northern Maine getaway.
We had a wonderful stay at the Finch Camp over the long holiday weekend. We lucked out with peak foliage, warm days and cool evenings. David was a great owner to work with. He provided us with a wealth of information.
My husband and I grew up going to camps in New England and our stay at the Finch Camp really brought us back to our childhoods. We loved the rustic charm, but loved the upgrades. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen well stocked which allowed us to spend a gloomy day inside cooking to our hearts content, and the updated tub/shower had great pressure. We loved the size of the house - it allowed us to spread out, but also be cozy together watching movies and enjoying the fireplace.
One day we hiked to Moxie Falls, then drove the scenic byway to Greenville where we explored and ate lunch. One evening we had dinner in Monson at the Lakeshore House which we all loved!
We were sad that time didn't allow us to use the canoe/kayaks, the firepit, or looking for moose. But that just means we will have to return!
Nice "camp" cottage in woods with other homes around you, yet you feel like you are alone. Quiet, beautiful, on lake. Lovely home. Enjoyed staying there - centrally located to go many different ways or just stay there to enjoy the scenery and lake. Didn't have time to use canoe or kayak but enjoyed being there.
The property is in a lakeside community and is just as it looks in the pictures. The owner is very responsive and helpful. The camp has a 1950's vibe and is welcoming and warm. The kitchen is super well equipped. The bedrooms are ample size and the beds are very comfortable. The camp is suitable for multiple generations. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs and one is right next to the bathroom. The lake is beautiful, calm and peaceful and we were able to take out the canoe right around sunset one day - spectacular. Loved sitting in the rocking chairs on the porch. The town center is small and much less frenetic than nearby Greenville. We hiked up Mt. Kineo in Rockwood - the views of Moosehead Lake were amazing.
The house is a great base for exploring the areas around Lake Hebron and Moosehead Lake. The adjacent lakefront lot with kayaks, a canoe and an outdoor fire pit make it extra special.
The cobin was great, a trip back in time. Reminded me of childhood vacations.
Our family really loved the place, including two teens who are usually attached to the most modern conveniences. It was a beautiful spot on the lake and had everything we needed.
Can't wait to go back!
We had an awesome time at the Finch camp! Enough boats and lake for the whole family, total cottage charm and just what we were looking for. Also enjoyed the proximity of the AT for some hiking and several beautiful waterfalls not too far away. Monson general store supplemented the groceries that we brought with and gave us some WiFi when needed during our 4day stay. Would def recommend this rental if you are an appreciator of the cottage experience :)
Finch Camp feels like youâre going to your grandparents place at the lake. Everything is there that you need and nothing that you donât (like perfect cell service that I didnât want!)
The house is cozy and well stocked. The big bathroom and great hot shower was a nice surprise!
The lake is clear and clean and we loved sitting on the dock and canoeing around the lake.
Hope to come back next summer for 2 weeks.
I am the grandson of Charles Finch, who purchased the camp in 1947 as his hunting getaway. The property has been in our family ever since. When most of the family moved out of the area we decided to begin renting it out from late spring to early fall while still using it for personal use periodically. It is a very special camp in a wonderful location. We appreciate your interest in visiting the Finch Camp.
I spent many wonderful summers at this camp as a child. I have fond memories of Lake Hebron, chasing bullfrogs, fishing for trout or perch in the quiet lake, hiking the many trails, or taking a short trip to pick wild blueberries in the countryside. The summer days were sunny with occasional thunderstorms that we rode out playing games in the comfortable cabin with a large fire in the living room. We often took the short walk into town, stopping along the way to observe loons on the lake and watch in awe as occasional wandering moose passed by. We'd also take the short drive to Greenville to shop and dine or explore the expansive Moosehead Lake recreation area just a few miles up the road. Spending time in Monson is like returning to simpler times in a very magical place.
In addition to spending relaxing time at the camp swimming, fishing, and exploring Lake Hebron, the area has many wonderful activities to choose from. A typical visit might include hiking up the unbelievable Mt. Kineo island in Moosehead Lake (a definite bucket list item), picking blueberries, taking a guided moose viewing Safari by canoe in many of the local moose habitats in the area, hiking to local waterfalls via the nearby Appalachian Trail (the trail access in Monson is just a short walk from our camp), fishing in the abundant local lakes and streams, or taking a peaceful canoe ride on the many rivers and ponds in the area (including Lake Hebron). At nearby Moosehead Lake (the largest lake in New England), you can take a trip around the lake on the historic Katahdin steamship, fish for a variety of species of trout and lake salmon, have an enjoyable meal on deck overlooking the lake at popular Kelly's Landing, take a thrilling and absolutely gorgeous seaplane ride above the lake, or simply visit the many shops and restaurants in Greenville, the gateway town to the lake which also has an abundance of guide services available for your many possible adventures.