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Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and fireplace

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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On the shores of Damariscotta Lake, Little Thumb offers a serene retreat. Enjoy water views from the living room, kayak or canoe from the private dock, and relax by the stone fire pit. Swim right off our dock or paddle to a nearby swim float.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake.

Little Thumb sits on the water's edge on Damariscotta Lake under pine and oak trees. Blueberry bushes line the shore. The cottage is surrounded by water on three sides and looks south down the long part of the lake. The cove to the east is a favorite feeding place for heron, osprey, and bald eagles. Dangle your feet off our private dock, and watch ducks paddle by. Let the loons lull you to sleep.

We offer weekly rentals during the summer. We offer longer and shorter stays in the shoulder seasons. We have wi-fi suitable for working away. This is a seasonal cabin and is not available during the winter months.

The kitchen, bathroom, and bedrooms have been totally remodeled. The kitchen has a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, and center island. The bathroom has a washer and dryer. The living room has a propane stove and full views of the lake. There are two bedrooms with blankets, pillows, and quilts provided. Sheets and bath towels are standard. Please bring your own swim towels.

We have a Webber charcoal grill and grill tools. We have a stone fire pit and grate.

The cabin was originally built on an island but the island is now attached by a causeway. There are only about 10 houses and it feels very private.

Walk or bike along the dirt roads. Kayak or canoe from the dock. Fish in the cove. Or just relax and enjoy the views.

Swim right off our dock. We also have an additional swim float which sets a little deeper. The lake water level does vary but gets deeper beyond the cottage.

We keep two kayaks at the cottage, a 14' Necky Manitou and a 13.5' Perception Catalina, plus two paddles and life vests. You may bring your own kayaks too. Plus you can rent kayaks, canoes, or paddle boards and have them delivered. Please let the life vests drip outside before bringing them inside.

If you wish to rent additional kayaks or a canoe you can make arrangements with MidCoast Kayak in Damariscotta. They will deliver and pick up right from the cottage.

There is a sand beach at Damariscotta Lake State Park, 10 minutes from the cottage.

There is a sand beach and ocean swimming at Pemaquid Beach in New Harbor, about a 1/2 hr from the cottage.

We have a private well so you do not need to bring bottled water to drink or cook with.

Sheet sizes: We have one queen-sized bed and two twins beds.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please do not leave cigarette butts outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,080 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash and dry your used towels. If you have time, please wash and dry the sheets. This helps my cleaning girl with her schedule. Otherwise, you may just collect your used sheets.
Please bring your bagged trash and separated, recyclables to the transfer station in Nobleboro. If the transfer station is closed , please contact me so we can make arrangements. Thank you.
You may choose to leave some staples in the pantry or freezer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Outside, small children must attended by an adult.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not leave cigarette butts outside.

Important information

You need to know

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 first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Nobleboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Damariscotta Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Samoset Resort Golf Course - 45 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 48 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 57 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Bowdoin College - 59 min drive - 69.4 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Oxbow Brewing Company - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Reunion Station - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Sheepscot Valley Brewing Company - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake. located?

This family-friendly Nobleboro cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Damariscotta Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Damariscotta Farmer's Market and Damariscotta Lake State Park. Wiscasset, Waterville and Farmington Railway Museum and Maine State Prison Store are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Updated lake cottage right on Damariscotta Lake. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alice O.

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

Cute rustic cabin

We had a very nice stay. Damariscotta is a cute town with nice restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel T.

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

Great stay on the lake

The property is exactly as advertised. It’s a nice quiet spot on the lake with everything your need. We had a great time and look forward to returning
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Good times !

Our family had a great time. The lake is beautiful. Fishing from the dock until dark! The cottage is gorgeous and relaxing. If you want to “not think” and relax, this is the place to do it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

Fall Visit

We have never stayed at the cottage in the fall before. Beautiful and quiet time for our stay. Loved seeing the Pumpkin Festival in Damariscotta.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Maine 2023

Beautiful views of the lake full of singing loons and the occasional bald eagle. Wonderful stay with the family.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

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

Lovely cottage 10 feet from the lake

The cottage was very lovely with great decor and comfy chairs and pillows throughout.Excellent amenities. Much pleasure with being 10 feet from the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bart B., Ridgefield Park, NJ, USA

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

My cabin on the lake

Better than I imagined-- the pictures were accurate, but the cabin is way nicer once you see it. You can tell that quite a bit was done on it recently. Natalie thanks!! Going there off season was sooo peaceful and being on a huge lake sitting out on the deck was a wonderful plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great overall

The camp was cozy and comfortable, very private and quiet. Our only issue was with the trash and checkout. To get the linens washed, trash taken to the transfer station, clean counters, etc., pack up and get out by 10 was challenging. Making checkout at 11 would be a big help. We loved having the washer and dryer, overall we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken D.

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

Anniversary getaway

Sometimes you dread to see a vacation come to an end. Sometimes you REALLY wish you could stay even longer. This was one of those vacations. Cottage on "Little Thumb" isn’t a place to stay, it’s a place to unwind. One can get anything they want out of their time here. The host provided everything needed and the cottage itself said "Welcome back!" every time we opened the stained-glass front door. The dock gave us the chance to laze away a sunny day, after awaking to the loons calling one another through the foggy mist earlier that morning. We believed the same loons to be present and calling as we were fortunate to watch the full moon rise over the Damariscotta Lake during our stay. The enclosed porch was a perfect place to sit and read one rainy afternoon. Chipmunks, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, cedar waxwings and even a couple of muskrats were additional treats. The cottage is conveniently located to anything needed or wanted but is tucked away enough to provide you with your own sense of space. We enjoyed our time and hope to return in the near future. Ken & Melisa
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained cottage.Love the new porch windows.Can't wait to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Wonderful Little Thumb

All went extremely well. I have stayed at Natalie's Little Thumb several times previously.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed and plenty of places to relax. The view is amazing. Kayaked every day and watched the loons. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Great Cottage

Great location, wonderful cottage, great waterfront! This cottage has been modernized and tastefully decorated in an eclectic and whimsical style. If you enjoy lakefront living, I heartily recommend this cottage. Have fun! The Putnam Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

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

Perfect Retreat

We had the best time and it’s the perfect spot! Definitely plan on coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

carolyn v.

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

quiet part of the lake

Everything was wonderful, the location, the cleanliness, and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

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

Best views of Damariscotta Lake!

Great place to unplug and enjoy what Maine has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

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

Weekend trip

Beautiful home and property on the lake. We drank our coffee on the dock and watched the lions and birds in the area. This was a very peaceful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Clean and set up nicely. Had all the comforts of home

Best location on lake. House was warm and recently updated. Fun time
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon S.

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

Perfect Solo Getaway

My mid-October stay at Little Thumb was everything I hoped for and more: plenty of peace and quiet, an immaculate and comfortable place to stay, and beautiful surroundings in which to birdwatch from the dock, read, and take long walks. I especially enjoyed the well-stocked kitchen, comfy queen bed, and big gas heating stove in the living room that kept me toasty, even temps dipped into the 40s. And Natalie certainly deserves her rating as a top host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

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

Pond View

Nice house on quiet pond.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

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

Calm, peaceful setting right on the lake

Two friends found this cabin to be clean and comfortable with very adequate dishware and kitchen utensils and some spices. We vacationed in early October…The peaceful, woodsy setting is what we enjoyed the most. We heard loons, saw a bald eagle and kingfisher among others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

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

A perfect get away!!

This is always our very favorite place!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

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

Maine Never Disappoints

A cute property in a quiet nook of Damariscotta Lake. The water was still warm enough in mid-September for a swim (though bring water shoes...the bottom is a bit mucky). My wife had to work a bit, which was eased by the view and the internet was good for video calls. It's an easy shot into town to get your local oyster fix. Most of the midcoast towns are less than a hour away. Would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Very peaceful and relaxing

Everything was as it said in the explanation of this rental. We didn't need a thing extra. We got in very late the first night and didn't get to see the lake. Next morning was like " Wow". What an amazing view from every room. If people want peace and quiet as we were looking for, this is a great choice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julie L.

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

Beautiful spot on the lake

The spot on the lake couldn't be beat. The location is beautiful and the house is clean and cozy. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars because one of the reasons we rented it was to use the kayaks and one has a broken seat, which meant we couldn't go out together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024