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Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage à Hope - Le secret le mieux gardé du Maine

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Terrasse/Patio
Extérieur
Coin séjour
Divers
Chambre

Avis voyageurs

9,6 sur 10
Exceptionnel
2 chambres1 salle de bain4 personnes

Équipements populaires

  • Barbecue
  • Cuisine
  • Parking disponible
  • Espace extĂ©rieur
  • Climatisation
  • Wi-Fi gratuit

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Camden, ME
  • Mount Battie
    â€Ș17 min en voiture‬
  • Parc Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    â€Ș18 min en voiture‬
  • Megunticook Lake
    â€Ș18 min en voiture‬
  • Rockland, Maine (RKD-AĂ©roport rĂ©gional Knox County)
    â€Ș40 min en voiture‬

Chambres et lits

2 chambres (4 personnes)

Chambre 1

2 lits 1 place

Chambre 2

1 grand lit

1 salle de bain

Salle de bain 1

Baignoire ou douche · Toilettes

Espaces

Terrasse en bois ou patio
Cuisine
Jardin
Salle Ă  manger
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Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage à Hope - Le secret le mieux gardé du Maine

Nous commençons à prendre des réservations pour 2020 le 1er janvier. Firefly Cottage est une merveilleuse maison de vacances pour les familles, les couples et les personnes ùgées actives. Si vous avez des problÚmes de mobilité, veuillez poser des questions, car notre maison peut ne pas vous convenir. Nous voulons que nos clients passent des vacances amusantes et confortables. Les locations se font du samedi au samedi.
LES DIX MEILLEURES RAISONS DE RESTER AU CHALET DE FEU
1. Notre charmant chalet se trouve à 100 pieds de la rive de Hobbs Pond dans un cadre calme et privé sous de beaux arbres. Il peut accueillir quatre personnes trÚs confortablement dans deux chambres à l'étage avec des planchers en pin, une avec un lit queen et l'autre avec deux lits jumeaux. En bas offre une cuisine bien équipée, un salon, une salle à manger et une salle de bain complÚte avec douche / baignoire. Joliment décoré avec des tapis tressés et un mobilier confortable. WiFi, télévision à écran plat avec lecteur DVD, jeux de société, DVD, livres, deux ponts, l'un avec barbecue à gaz et table de pique-nique et l'autre à cÎté du lac, adapté aux enfants. Hamac pour faire une sieste. Des draps de qualité sont fournis sur les lits. La ville balnéaire de Camden est à seulement 10 minutes en voiture. Les locations se font à la semaine, du samedi au samedi. Firefly Cottage est le meilleur rapport qualité / prix sur Hobbs Pond et en particulier dans les environs.
2. Un lac paisible et vierge alimentĂ© par une source est Ă  votre porte! Offrant une grande baignade et pĂȘche plus deux kayaks, un quai, des jouets de nage (nouilles et pistolets Ă  eau) et un flotteur de natation. Notre terrasse au bord du lac est un endroit idĂ©al pour s'asseoir et profiter du son des huards ou des jolies vues sur nos montagnes cĂŽtiĂšres. Un petit foyer pour faire griller des guimauves se trouve Ă  cĂŽtĂ© du pont. Des marches descendent dans le lac pour un accĂšs facile.
3. Nous sommes peut-ĂȘtre une petite ville mais notre rĂ©gion regorge d'attractions culturelles. Les musĂ©es, les galeries d'art, les festivals de musique, le festival du homard, le festival du film, les Ă©tablissements vinicoles, les magasins d'antiquitĂ©s et les spectacles / musique / films Ă  l'opĂ©ra de Camden et au théùtre Strand ne sont qu'une fraction des choses Ă  faire ici.
4. Les grands espaces: C'est lĂ  que les montagnes rencontrent la mer et nous avons de nombreux sentiers de randonnĂ©e pour tous les niveaux qui vous permettent de tout voir. Suivez les sentiers du parc d'État de Camden Hills, du Coastal Mountain Land Trust et du Georges River Land Trust. Vous pouvez Ă©galement louer des vĂ©los pour parcourir nos routes secondaires locales.
5. Notre rĂ©gion est un paradis des gourmets. Camden, Rockport et Rockland abritent de nombreux bons restaurants de toutes sortes. Des cours de cuisine sont Ă©galement proposĂ©s localement. Hope a son propre pub (Hatchet Mountain Public House) oĂč les habitants se dĂ©tendent avec une chope une biĂšre. De nombreux restaurants ont des siĂšges en plein air en Ă©tĂ©, certains avec des tables directement sur le port de Camden.
6. En parlant de Camden Harbour, notre port abrite une plaque tournante d'activités, y compris la voile, le kayak, le paddleboard et le tourisme. Faites une croisiÚre de deux heures sur une goélette historique comme l'Appledore ou Olad. Nous nous réjouissons de la vaste gamme de grands mùts qui naviguent dans nos eaux.
sept. Homard! La nourriture emblĂ©matique du Maine peut ĂȘtre apprĂ©ciĂ©e de nombreuses façons. Des cabanes en rouleaux de homard aux prĂ©parations gastronomiques, vous trouverez de nombreuses façons de gratter vos dĂ©mangeaisons de homard dans nos restaurants locaux. Le Maine Lobster Festival a lieu dĂ©but aoĂ»t. Firefly Cottage est Ă©galement Ă©quipĂ© d'un casier Ă  homard afin que vous puissiez cuisiner le vĂŽtre.
8. Gateway to Downeast: Nous sommes situés sur la cÎte médiane du Maine, ce qui fait de nous un point de départ idéal pour des explorations du parc national d'Acadia, des jardins botaniques cÎtiers du Maine, des phares, des plages, de Fort Knox (apportez vos lampes de poche) et de nombreux autres endroits amusants à explorer.
9. Les gens: la beautĂ© rare de notre rĂ©gion est parallĂšle Ă  son sens du lieu. C'est peut-ĂȘtre dĂ» Ă  nos hivers froids du Maine lorsque nous nous occupons tous les uns des autres, mais les personnes qui appellent notre rĂ©gion sont parmi les personnes les plus amicales et les plus raffinĂ©es que vous rencontrerez jamais. Vous serez accueillis Ă  bras ouverts.
dix. Firefly Cottage est LA meilleure valeur sur Hobbs Pond et en particulier dans nos environs. Nous voulons que vous passiez des vacances abordables tout en profitant d'un lieu de sĂ©jour attrayant, confortable et propre pendant votre visite. Le chalet est assez proche de la maison des propriĂ©taires (2 miles) pour que nous puissions aider nos clients si nĂ©cessaire, tout en vous offrant une intimitĂ©. Nous vivons vraiment dans une communautĂ© authentique et charmante. Nous sommes fiers de notre communautĂ© et de son environnement et espĂ©rons que cela se reflĂšte dans tout ce que nous faisons. DĂ©branchez, dĂ©tendez-vous et profitez de votre famille et de vos amis dans un endroit oĂč vous voudrez revenir encore et encore.
FIREFLY COTTAGE EST UNE MAISON SANS FUMÉE. NOUS NE PERMETTONS PAS DE VAPER. PAS D'ANIMAUX, S'IL VOUS PLAÎT. L'OCCUPATION MAXIMALE EST DE 4 PERSONNES. TOUS LES LINGE DE LIT SONT FOURNIS. EN RAISON DU VOL, NOUS VOUS DEMANDONS D'APPORTER VOS PROPRES SERVIETTES DE BAIN.

Responsable de l’hĂ©bergement

Kathryn Swift
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Langues parlées

Anglais

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Services et équipements

Cuisine
Wi-Fi haut débit gratuit
Climatisation
Espace extérieur
Parking disponible
Vue sur la montagne

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RÚglement intérieur

Arrivée aprÚs 16 h 00
Âge minimum pour la location : 25 ans
Départ avant 10 h 00
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Enfants

Enfants autorisés : de 0 à 17 ans
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ÉvĂ©nements

ÉvĂ©nements non autorisĂ©s
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Animaux domestiques

Animaux de compagnie non autorisés
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Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Hébergement non-fumeurs
Due to theft, bath towels are not provided. Please bring your own. ALL BED LINENS AND KITCHEN TOWELS ARE PROVIDED.

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À savoir absolument

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L'hÎte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone
L'hÎte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et une trousse de secours

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À propos du quartier

Hope

Ce cottage vous donne rendez-vous à Hope, plus précisément à la montagne, au bord de l'eau. Tombez sous le charme de la beauté naturelle des environs au détour des emblématiques Réserve naturelle Fernald's Neck et Camden Hills State Park, ou accordez-vous un aprÚs-midi de détente aux célÚbres Golfer's Crossing Mini Golf et Oakland Park Bowling Lanes. Les agréables Liberty Tool Company et Musée Sail Power and Steam Museum méritent aussi une visite. Participez aux balades à la découverte de la faune et aux séances d'observation des oiseaux proposés dans les environs afin d'admirer la faune majestueuse de la région.
Carte
Hope, ME

À proximitĂ©

  • Mount Battie - 17 min en voiture - 14.0 km
  • Plage publique de Barrett's Cove - 18 min en voiture - 13.3 km
  • Parc Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 18 min en voiture - 14.3 km
  • Megunticook Lake - 18 min en voiture - 14.7 km
  • OpĂ©ra théùtre Camden Opera House - 18 min en voiture - 14.7 km

Comment se déplacer

  • Gare de Belfast - 28 min en voiture
  • AĂ©roport rĂ©gional Knox County (RKD) - 31 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • â€ȘThe Jack - ‬14 min en voiture
  • â€ȘZoot Coffee - ‬14 min en voiture
  • â€ȘCamden Farmers Market - ‬14 min en voiture
  • â€ȘCamden Deli - ‬14 min en voiture
  • â€ȘCamden Island - ‬15 min en voiture

Foire aux questions

Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage à Hope - Le secret le mieux gardé du Maine ?

Non, les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis au sein de l'hébergement.

Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage à Hope - Le secret le mieux gardé du Maine ?

Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 16 h 00.

Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage à Hope - Le secret le mieux gardé du Maine ?

Le départ a lieu à 10 h 00.

OĂč se situe l'hĂ©bergement Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage Ă  Hope - Le secret le mieux gardĂ© du Maine ?

Profitant d'un emplacement intéressant à au bord de l'eau, ce cottage se situe à moins de 10 km de Réserve naturelle Fernald's Neck, Camden Snow Bowl et St. George River. Savage Oakes Vineyard and Winery et Shirt Tail Point Park sont également à 15 km de distance.

Avis

9,6

Exceptionnel

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Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’aprùs 45 avis sur 54.
Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’aprùs 7 avis sur 54.
Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’aprùs 2 avis sur 54.
Note des voyageurs de 4 (MĂ©diocre), d’aprĂšs 0 avis sur 54.
Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’aprùs 0 avis sur 54.

9,2/10

Propreté

9,8/10

Arrivée

9,8/10

Communication

9,8/10

Emplacement

9,6/10

Exactitude de l’annonce

Avis

10/10 Excellent

Kathi J.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Sweet private cottage

Cottage is cute, comfy and cozy. It's a private location, right on the pond.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom W.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Cozy and Comfy

Perfect for the two of us and our 5-year-old. Love those loons!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Family reunion

We had 3 cottages on Hobbs Pond for the week. Fire Fly was attactive and had a lovely area by the water. The kids had a get time and enjoyed paddle boarding, swimming etc. The adults enjoyed to water, the views, the loons, and being together.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Another Perfect Week at Firefly Cottage

We returned to Firefly Cottage this year and it was more wonderful than the last time. It is quiet, private, clean, and well-equipped. The peace I felt as I had my morning coffee down by the water and hearing the loons at night was just what I needed in a Maine vacation. Perfect for a single, couple, or a small family- this place is comfortable and memorable.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virgil K.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Lovely cabin nestled in the pines. Great place to relax. Excellent vacation rental.

Wonderful property and very quiet. Excellent location to hike, go to the coast and visit Camden, Belfast and Rockland.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Les points forts : ArrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Peaceful week

Awesome location!!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2023

10/10 Excellent

victoria c.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Trip with adult son

We loved the property and location. My son caught alot of fish and we loved hearing the loons calling to each other. It was a good place to start day trips from to other cities in Maine. I loved the woods and the shade it provided.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B., Indiana

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Relaxing lake cottage

Had a wonderful time at your very quiet relaxing cottage. Enjoyed the games, dvds and kayaks that were provided for us to us. The water was clear and so calm for kayaking. Enjoyed watching and listening to the loons. The cottage provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juin 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Amazing lakefront cottage

We love visiting Maine, this was our first time staying in a cottage on the lake and it was a dream. Very peaceful, sitting outside and having coffee in the morning was great. My husband had fun fishing while I sat by the lake reading. Would definitely return.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane F.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Lakefront paradise

We had a wonderful stay at this vintage Maine property. The cottage, location, and amenities were EXACTLY as described and the owners could not be nicer or more helpful. We were a group of three, ages 64, 25, and 23, and all found the cottage, paths, lake access, etc. comfortable and easy to manage. Thank you Swift family for sharing this piece of Maine, and we hope to return again!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2022

10/10 Excellent

George A.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

A relaxing getaway on a quiet pond with scenic sunsets.

We enjoyed getting up early and sipping our coffee on the deck outside the cabin then heading down to the lower deck by the pond. The location was perfect for visiting nearby towns Camden/ Rockport/ Belfast. The small Hope general store and nearby Linconville general store are a must stop for a cup of coffee and muffin or a pizza. Did nearby hikes up Bald Mountain, Maidens Cliff and Fernalds Neck. Next time Hatchet Mountain.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Vacation at Lakehouse

We are a young couple who stayed for 3 nights at the cottage. We had a great stay. The cottage was cool, small but plants of room for 2 and could’ve comfortably fit 4. The lake was amazing. I would recommend taking the kayaks out for a day. Some good hikes nearby and lots of small Oceanside towns to see along the coast. WiFi worked great. No cable but games and DVDs were provided. Overall a great relaxing stay
Séjour de 3 nuits en juin 2019

8/10 Bien

Alessandra L.

A lovely lakeside retreat

My husband, 2yo son, and I had a lovely time at firefly. Every morning we sat out on the deck by the lake enjoying a cup of coffee and watching the loons. You do have to bring your own bath towels, which was a bit of an inconvenience for us since we already had toddler stuff in tow, but otherwise the cottage had all of the basics. A lovely, quiet retreat in the woods.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juin 2018
Cet avis a Ă©tĂ© envoyĂ© avant 2018 et n’a pas Ă©tĂ© vĂ©rifiĂ©.

10/10 Excellent

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Great cottage for the price

Beautiful and quiet pond. We stayed the week of July 4th and felt we had the lake to ourselves. Kayaking was great. The loons were always around and beautiful. Fishing and swimming off the dock was so fun.The rainy day we had led us to a day in Freeport for shopping at LL Bean! It was so nice being 20 minutes away from beautiful Camden-we had dinner in town several times. The cabin was clean and cute. The pictures are very accurate.
Cet avis a Ă©tĂ© envoyĂ© avant 2018 et n’a pas Ă©tĂ© vĂ©rifiĂ©.

10/10 Excellent

debbie s., Tennessee

Far exceeded our expectations!

Our family loved this cottage! Our goal on this vacation was to take day trips to many of the harbor towns nearby...only it was very hard to get our kids to leave the cottage because they were having so much fun. It was so relaxing, clean and quiet. I enjoyed my mornings by having my coffee sitting down on the deck and my evening strolls in the kayak. We even had a little fire in the fire pit one night and had smores. This was one of our most enjoyable family vacations. Kathy (the owner) was so helpful to answer all my questions before booking and also gave me suggestions about restaurants and area attractions. I would definitely book this cottage in the future and have already recommended it to family & friends.

10/10 Excellent

Paige N.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Adorable Cottage

Beautiful stay. The cottage was adorable, kitchen was very well equipped and super clean! Kathy gave us native strawberries on our arrival, along with the cutest vase of fresh flowers. We loved the path to the lower deck toward the water, with pine trees and ferns. We swam and used our blow up boat. There were swim noodles, a buggy board and kayaks to use. The view from the lower deck was lovely. One of our favorite things was listening to the Loons. There are many videos in the cottage along with game boards. The video on the Loons was a nice touch. We visited Three Bug Farm (they have freshest salad greens), Linconville General store (best pizza), Linconville Beach, Camden Clothesline Laundry (laundry stop), downtown Camden, Belfast, Bucksport, and the Lincolnville Strawberry Festival. We hope to visit again!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2023

8/10 Bien

Voyageur vérifié

Les points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement
Les points faibles : Propreté

Relaxing little retreat

After some initial cleaning to bring the cabin up to our standards, we settled in and became a bit more comfortable. We still can’t get over carpeting throughout the whole downstairs including the kitchen and bathroom though. The bathroom carpet was soaked when we got there from the previous renters. The house is in need of some maintenance, ripped screens etc. . The kitchen, although small, was well equipped. Bedrooms were clean and comfortable with hardwood floors. The pond was pristine and lovely. Great for fishing. Very pretty view. The fire pit at the edge of the pond at the lower deck was a nice touch. It was a great base camp for venturing out in the area. Plenty to do in Camden and the surrounding area.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2022
Cet avis a Ă©tĂ© envoyĂ© avant 2018 et n’a pas Ă©tĂ© vĂ©rifiĂ©.

10/10 Excellent

We'll Be Back

We stayed at Firefly Cottage for a week and loved it. Hobb's Pond is a peaceful lake that is very clean. The loons were wonderful to listen to and we even saw a bald eagle. Camden is a delightful town to be a tourist in and there are many activities to do within just a few miles. The cottage is very comfortable for a family of 4 and is very clean and decorated in a very pleasing way. The new deck next to the lake was a great place to drink our morning coffee and greet the day. The owners are also very friendly and eager to make sure your vacation is enjoyable. They left fresh flowers in the cottage for us and packets of Maine wildflowers. The swimming and fishing were great fun for our kids and the kayaks allowed us to really explore the lake. We found a great sand beach across the lake from the cottage. We enjoyed our stay at Firefly immensely and plan to return someday. We felt it was a great value for such a nice little home and would recommend it to anyone wanting a relaxing vacation.

6/10 Satisfaisant

Karin K.

Les points forts : Propreté
Les points faibles : ArrivĂ©e et exactitude de l’annonce

Firefly Cottage

The cottage was clean and organized. All of the cottages we rented on this trip had 2:00 or 3:00 check-in, so I thought this was a little late (4:00) But the biggest problem was that there is no mention of the bedrooms being on the second floor with some pretty steep stairs to climb. One of us had to sleep on the futon (that was broken and couldn't be opened) because of the stairs. I have looked over the description several times and the only thing I have found is that the cottage isn't wheelchair accessible. Not the same thing.
Séjour de 3 nuits en septembre 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Sweet cottage on the water!

My family and I had a wonderful week at this sweet cottage. It was both relaxing and fun! We spent every day outside. The deck by the water is a lovely spot to have your morning coffee or tea and end the day with a campfire. We loved watching the full moon rise over the lake. Just beautiful! Hearing the loons was such a unique experience! There is so much to do without leaving the property...kayaking, swimming, fishing, reading in the hammock, and the owners thoughtfully provide all you need to enjoy your stay. Even though it’s located down a secluded gravel road, it’s a short drive to the surrounding towns, groceries, and great hikes/bike trails. The upstairs bedrooms are adorable! We loved waking up to the sunrise through the skylights. If you’re looking for a fancy place to stay, this isn’t for you...the kitchen and bathroom are a bit dated. But if you’re looking for a wonderful time away in nature in a beautiful setting, this cute cottage has everything you need in a great location!
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2021

8/10 Bien

Peter R.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Lovely Lake House

We spent a relaxing week in this wonderful lake house. It was perfect for a couple. It would have been fine for a couple of children, as well, but I wouldn’t recommend more than that. Recognize that the water from the faucets is not for drinking/cooking. I must have missed that in the description (but the owners kindly alerted me to the fact, prior to our arrival). This was slightly inconvenient as we occasionally forgot and used faucet water for brushing teeth, etc. I hope we don’t come to regret that (nobody likes Giardiasis). One reviewer took issue with the rough road to the house. It’s true that portions of the road are high-centered. We bottomed-out a Toyota Corolla our first time down. After that, we drove more slowly and with one set of wheels on the high, center ridge. We had no more problems.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley S.

Les points forts : PropretĂ©, arrivĂ©e, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Beautiful pond!

We enjoyed staying at this small cottage on beautiful Hobbs Pond. The interior of the cottage is small, but works well for two adults. Everything was clean and neat and the kitchen was fully stocked. The stairs are steep, but we had no problem. The lower deck near the water was great...we enjoyed having coffee there in the morning when the sun was shining on it. We went swimming most mornings and the water is so clean. We really enjoyed that. The sun only reaches the deck until about 11:00 am, and then is in the shade the rest of the day. Our only issue was that the deck off the house was not too inviting. It could use a good power washing and maybe a few decent chairs. We did use the grill, but would have liked to sit outside there more often. The whole lot is very wooded so be aware there's not much sun to warm you on a cool day. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, Kathy was very attentive when we needed a new coffee pot, and the description of the cottage is very accurate. I would give it 5 stars for the interior, but 4 stars for the outside of the cottage. It is definitely a good deal, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great location without spending an arm and a leg.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2023

6/10 Satisfaisant

Heather H.

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Incredible location

This is a beautiful spot and really ideal for water lovers: there is a deck right on the water, a nice set of steps right into the water, a narrow dock out into the water, and a great old wooden float for jumping off of. Hobbs is pristine. There was some boating traffic, including a speed boat that very narrowly missed one of us in a kayak, but for the most part it is very quiet. There are several kayaks for use, which we really enjoyed. There is also a fire pit right at the water's edge, which we loved. 10/10 for the pond and access to it. Most of what you need to know about the cabin is well described, so read carefully! It's small! We caught two rainy days and struggled to play board games on the tiny kitchen table and to get comfortable for a movie (we are a family of four). I saw some recent mention of issues with cleanliness and we noticed no evidence of this at all, it was very tidy. The cabin does have a strong smell - I don't think this has to do with cleaning, it's just a house in the woods and it's VERY moist. We ran the dehumidifier every night and anytime we were all out of the house and it filled up each time. I think it's clear in the description but just in case: the stairs are steep and open on one side, so folks with small children and/or mobility issues should skip this one. Kitchen was nicely equipped. General location of the spot is excellent, there is so much to do around there for adults and kids, and we enjoyed several local meals. Host was very easy to communicate with, and we enjoyed the sweet bouquet of homegrown flowers and the treats she left for us. We weren't wild about being asked to vacuum the entire house, particularly as the vacuum provided did not work particularly well and lugging it up the steep steps to tackle small area rugs felt like a bit much while packing up a family of four to be out by 10. Overall: terrific pond, extremely tight fit for a family of four, kinda on the funky side.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marina A.

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Wonderful cottage in a beautiful setting

I am very puzzled by some of the complaints I saw in the previous review so I want to make sure that in my review I respond to them. We just spent a very nice week in Firefly cottage. It is a relatively small, cozy cabin, ideal for a family of four people or less. We were two adults and two children, ages 11 and 15 and we felt very comfortable there. It has a nice kitchen, a dining area, and a cozy living room on the first floor, and two very nice bedrooms on the second floor, one with a full/queen bed and another with two twins. It also has a large deck with a gas grill and a table. It is beautifully decorated in a lodge/coastal style, has all kitchen utilities a family needs to cook in the cottage, and although it does not have a stove, there are heaters in every room, so it never was cold even on rainy days. Some people complained of the staircase. We had no problem at all. Yes, it does not have a railing, so you need to be careful but it is absolutely normal stairs, not dangerous at all. It is not for people with limited mobility though. Also, some people complained about the path to the lake. I am now puzzled. The path is wide and nice. Yes, it is woods path but what do you expect? t is a cabin in the woods. When it is dark, there are sensory lights on the path, very convinient. It takes less than half a minute to get to the lake from the house! The house is situated at the end of the dirt road, well passable yet secluded. You really do not have any walking/hiking paths right from the cabin but there are a few really nice hikes nearby. There are enough kayaks for four people, and the boat dock is very well done. There is a beautiful new deck by the lake with a bistro set and a fire pit, ideal to have a morning coffee or evening campfire. The view is beautiful! The entrance to the lake is very comfortable, the water is relatively warm, and the floating dock is a great addition. You can explore the lake by kayak or fish if you have a license. ( easy to buy and not expensive!) We kayaked and saw a female loon with babies really close! It was such fun! Camden with all typical Maine coastal village life is just 15 minutes away. The owner was very nice and helpful and made some suggestions that really made our stay very comfortable. We hope to be back next summer! Thank you!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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September getaway

Firefly Cottage was a lovely relaxing setting for a post-Labor Day Maine vacation. A great place to read, cook, watch the water or just hang out, but also close to Camden/Rockland. We enjoyed the Litchfield Fair, Owls Head Lighthouse (Maine Open Lighthouse Day), Belfast for sightseeing and shops, and a day trip to Acadia NP. Such a good time, highly recommend!!
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2023

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Vous ĂȘtes reçu par Kathryn Swift

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My husband and I run Firefly Restoration Co, restoring antique fire engines. We have raised two sons in Hope. We believe in giving back to our community, volunteering to put on Hope Day, serving as a trustee at the Owls Head Transportation Museum and helping to raise funds to preserve Hatchet Mountain.

Pourquoi avoir choisi cet hébergement ?

Hobbs Pond is one of the most pristine and quietest lakes in the area with wonderful swimming, boating, fishing, loons and other wildlife. Firefly Cottage sits under tall mature trees and offers cooling shade on warm summer days. You will experience privacy, peace and quiet when you want it, yet you are still close to many things to do and see. Camden is just a 10 minute drive away with many activities, restaurants, shops and galleries. Acadia National Park is a wonderful day trip. We are the ideal place to vacation in the Maine woods, offering both privacy and peace while still close to many activities and unique points of interest.

Quels sont les atouts de cet hébergement ?

The lakeside deck is a wonderful place to sit by the lake, watch the kids swim, have a drink and offers gorgeous views of the Camden Hills. Loons abound in the lake and you will enjoy their calls. Take the kayaks out on the lake to get a closer look at these beautiful birds and their chicks. Our hammock is the perfect place to take a nap. The cottage is close enough to our home (2 miles) that we can be of assistance to our guests if needed, while still offering you privacy. Firefly Cottage sits in a quiet, peaceful location yet we are very close to all the activities our area offers.

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