Afterglow Cottage on Great Pond

Room	Count	Capacity	Details
bedrooms	3	sleeps 7	1 Queen Bed 1 Queen Bed 1 Queen Bed 3 Single Beds
bathroom, 1 half bathroom	1		Toilet Bathtub or shower · Toilet

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

Attraction	Distance
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

Restaurant	Distance
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

Transportation	Details
Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)	Robert Lafleur)

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.

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 policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedOn-site parties or group events are strictly prohibitedHost has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the propertyHost has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the propertySafety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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.