Afterglow Cottage on Great Pond

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Check out the area

Rome, ME

Belgrade Lakes Chain1 min walk
Belgrade Lakes Golf13 min drive
Colby College24 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Great room convertible sofa

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second main floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Loft

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half bathroom

Toilet

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This picturesque lake cottage (Afterglow) is literally 'On Golden Pond' of book and movie fame which is actually Great Pond. With 46 miles of shoreline, it is the largest lake in the Belgrade Lakes Chain and is one of the largest bodies of water in the world named 'pond'. The cottage has a rich history from its original owner, acclaimed illustrator and artist, Mary Lane McMillan as the sight of the McMillan School of Fine Arts Vacation School during the 1920s and 1930s.
The great room offers plenty of space to eat at the picnic table, recline in the La-Z Boy recliners, enjoy the WI-FI network, watch TV or a DVD, read or just relax and enjoy the view of the lake. The two story stone fireplace with insert can provide heat on a chilly evening. At night, it is not unusual to hear the enchanting call of loons on the lake, and we have even seen Ospreys perched in the branches just off the screened in porch.
The kitchen was fully renovated in 2012 and it also offers cool delicious well water from our private well. The cottage features a WI-FI network, cable TV and DVD plus three sleeping areas with quiet new ceiling fans and a fully screened porch overlooking the beautiful golden sunsets across the cove. You can enjoy delicious grilled meals from the gas range on the deck. The 32' dock with sitting area and mooring plus the use of two kayaks for our guests at no additional cost provides plenty of ways to enjoy the water! The ocean kayak is incredibly stable and is perfect for first time paddlers while the second kayak is also easy for beginners to master. Several islands are just a short paddle away. A mere 10 minute paddle from your dock 'Darkest Africa' as my childhood friends and I used to call it, awaits your exploration. While the name may be testament to the childhood exaggerations of a youthful perspective, it is still a picturesque little stream where you may catch a glimpse of turtles sunning themselves above the lily pads or a Blue Heron fishing for a meal if you are lucky.
After spending a week at Afterglow, your memories will be ready to harken you back to the time when you experienced first-hand 'The Way Life Should Be' 'On Golden Pond' in Maine.

Keywords: Camp, waterfront, lake, pond, seasonal, lakeside

Property manager

Tom and Maureen McAvoy

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

Fireplace

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Swimming off dock.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets permitted with advance notice to owners.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pets permitted with advance notice to owners. Responsible and neighbor friendly behavior requested. $75 per pet per week required.

Swimming off dock.There are stairs from the deck area to the dock and swimming area,

Cancellations: refund available only if cottage is re-rented for same rate.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Oakland

Located in Oakland, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belgrade Lakes Chain and Kimball Pond, while Redington Museum and Waterville Opera House are cultural highlights. First Congregational Church and Skowhegan State Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rome, ME

What's nearby

Belgrade Lakes Chain - 1 min walk
Belgrade Lakes Golf - 13 min drive
Kennebec River - 24 min drive
Colby College - 24 min drive
Augusta Civic Center - 31 min drive

Getting around

Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

H.J. Blake's - 15 min drive
Hello Good Pi - 11 min drive
Sunset Grill - 11 min drive
Belgrade Lakes Seafood - 11 min drive
122 Carson - 26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Afterglow Cottage on Great Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Afterglow Cottage on Great Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Afterglow Cottage on Great Pond?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Afterglow Cottage on Great Pond located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Belgrade Lakes Chain and within 12 miles (20 km) of Belgrade Lakes Golf and Kimball Pond. Tree Spirits is 11.2 mi (18 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sasha Alexandra M., United States

13 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Afterglow cabin

Sweetheart owners. Beautiful lake. Cozy cabin.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Beautiful Stay

Had a very relaxing experience. Morning coffee and evening dinners on the porch overlooking the lake were fantastic. Dock and kayaks were wonderful. House had everything you need for a fantastic stay, which is exactly what we experienced.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Afterglow Cabin

This cabin was accurately described in the VRBO listing, thought the joy of the screened in porch on a warm evening cannot be described in words alone. I was able to fall asleep with the buzz of the locusts and the lapping of the waves in my ears. What an absolute delight after a long day of playing in the water!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Larry and Mary V.

7 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

FYI Info

Camp was very roomy. Good living room furniture. Beds are quite firm. Nice kitchen and screened porch. 31 stairs to get down to water. No sheets or towels provided. Also you are expected to clean bathrooms and dust camp.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

alexandra b.

6 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Afterglow

The swimming was great and I much enjoyed the sunsets, the night sky, and the profound silence that happens in the night. The hosts were excellent folk. We are hoping to stay there again next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tom and Maureen McAvoy

I was born and raised in nearby Waterville, Maine and spent nearly every day of every summer until college barefoot, shirtless and carefree in the white cottage that borders this cottage to the north. My wife and I are retired US Naval Officers and some of my favorite things to do are pedal boarding and kayaking around Great Pond, swimming, walking, biking and playing with our dogs and traveling to see new places.

Why they chose this property

I grew up spending my summers next to this cottage and have fond memories of the puppet shows that Mary Lane McMillan used to stage in the great room for the children in the area.

What makes this property unique

Bass fishing right off this camp is fantastic with several of our tenants catching 5 to 7 pounders! Kayaking on the lake, including island hopping, swimming, walking and biking along the roads and even snorkeling along the shore of the lake or out around the islands.

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