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Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 17107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin

Beautiful, new off-grid lake house on Skitacook Lake, miles away from the nearest telephone pole or paved road. Enjoy time with family and friends around the campfire, fish and swim of the dock, hit the ATV trails, or relax on the balcony. Bring your canoes, kayaks or paddle boards to explore this unique lake with rocky shorelines and beautiful views. Large groups (10+) will have the lake house and guest cabin. The lake house sleeps 9 and the guest cabin sleeps 8.

Fully-furnished kitchen with propane appliances. Propane lights throughout the house or flip a switch for electric lights (Kohler generator). On-demand hot water, propane monitor, wood stove, recessed lighting, charcoal grill, large stone fire pit, picnic table, and outdoor seating. Unplug and unwind with a library of books, boardgames, and cribbage (Aroostook County favorite). Bring the whole family - friendly, well-behaved dogs welcome - and don't forget the kids' bikes. Children and off-leash dogs roam freely on this safe and private dead-end dirt road.

Plenty of parking to trailer your ATV, side-by-side, or boat. Canoes, kayaks and paddle boards can easily be launched and stored lakefront at the lake house and guest cabin. Mattawamkeag Lake, Pleasant Pond, and Va Jo Wa golf course are less than 25 minutes away in historic Island Falls. There is no WiFi (or TV) at the lake house and cell reception is limited.

Feel free to spread out into the guest cabin yard and gather dead wood and fallen branches for firewood across the road (part of the lake house property). Skitacook Lake hosts resident loons, wild rabbits, turtles, and the occasional moose. There are only a couple dozen camps on this secluded lake, truly a hidden gem.

Property manager

Michelle Hersey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,150 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Friendly, well-behaved dogs welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lake house and guest cabin are not childproofed.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Oakfield, ME

What's nearby

  • The Museum of Vintage Fashion - 34 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Houlton Regional Hospital - 34 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Lumberman's Museum - 51 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Grand Lake - 64 min drive - 49.4 km
  • Lower Shin Pond - 69 min drive - 51.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Kitchen - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from The Museum of Vintage Fashion and within 25 miles (40 km) of Houlton Regional Hospital and Lumberman's Museum. Rockabema Lake and Woodstock Farm Market are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Private modern off-grid lakehouse with guest cabin Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Maine Lakehouse
This was the best lakehouse my family has ever stayed at. It was quiet, comfortable, there was a dock to swim off, a raft to swim to, it was private, it hit all the best amenities of staying at a lake. My kids want to live there now (9 and 11 years old). It was really clean, had everything (I mean everything) you need to stay there. We ended up staying an extra night. The communication was very good. Everything was made easy for us. It's close to a few small grocery stores and pizza places, and is a little over an hour the the northern part of Baxter State Park. We went hiking and canoeing there one day during our stay. We could not have stayed at a better place.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and worth the drive
Super clean property and beautiful location, Michelle is wonderful to work with. We will be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey S., Bath, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
What an oasis!!!
I couldn't say enough wonderful things about our stay at this property and we are already thinking of when to plan our next trip. You can tell the host and their family think of everything when it comes to their home. We had the lake to ourselves during the week. We felt very welcomed and talked to the friendly neighbors when they happened by. Our dog and our toddler couldn't stay out of the water. We were remote, private, heard the loons, and saw the stars. We left feeling very thankful to Michelle and her family for sharing their oasis with us for a few days, they are truly lucky to have this wonderful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023