Title: Cozy lake house with private beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cozy lake house with private beach Lakefront cottage in Bethel with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88327700/88327651/636b478c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88327700/88327651/229a04d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88327700/88327651/df8bd11e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88327700/88327651/14379a55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88327700/88327651/27f5fccc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the tranquility of Songo Pond at this charming waterfront cottage. Enjoy lounging on the lawn, a cookout with family and friends or relaxing in the three season porch. A fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, jet tub in one bathroom are just some of its many perks. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cozy lake house with private beach This is a waterfront cottage on Songo Pond near Bethel. Four bedrooms and two baths. Kitchen has been updated and is fully equipped. Three season porch adds seating and you can even sleep there on the day bed or just take a nap. This cottage is a great spot to spend your summer days in Maine. Right on the pond so you can spend your day lounging in the water. The lawn makes a great spot for everyone to gather for a cookout. On the main floor there is the washer and dryer one full bath, kitchen, dining, living area and one bedroom. Also the three season porch. On the second level there is bedroom two which has a king size bed and a sitting area. Bedroom three has a set of bunks, Bedroom four has two single beds and a full size bed. Also on the second level there is a full bath with a jet tub. There is watercraft at the house. There is a canoe, 2 small kayaks and a row boat that will take a small motor. The damage waiver fee of $150.00 is a non-refundable payment- which covers accidental damage up to the amount of $1500.00. This fee is processed in the overall costs of the rental at the time of booking. ~Cancellation Policy: If you cancel more than 30 days before arrival: You’ll receive a refund of your deposit, minus a $50 processing fee. If you cancel within 30 days of arrival: You’ll be refunded for any portion of your stay that is rebooked by another guest. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27118000/27117933/292b2f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5BR Songo Pond house - 3 miles south of downtown Bethel Albany Township - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 87 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=27117933&PinnedHotelID=27117933&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88330000/88327800/88327727/8098f976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake front house in Bethel Maine Bethel - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=88327727&PinnedHotelID=88327727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83450000/83446200/83446135/db7d7c17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lockwood on Songo - Newly renovated, waterfront lake house on Songo Pond. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2883-227709 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.35138%2C-70.78577&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F6MxDtbNamgsEedMlCRbf837bQc=) Bethel, ME #### What's nearby - Bethel Hill Common - 10 min drive - 9.4 km - Bethel Chamber of Commerce - 11 min drive - 10.8 km - Mt. Abram - 25 min drive - 23.0 km - Kezar Lake - 31 min drive - 30.3 km - Sunday River - 32 min drive - 24.1 km #### Getting around - Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Local Hub - ‬16 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive - ‪Gemini Cafe & Bakery - ‬8 min drive - ‪Good Food Store - ‬11 min drive - ‪Butcher Burger - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy lake house with private beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cozy lake house with private beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cozy lake house with private beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cozy lake house with private beach located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from White Mountain National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bethel Historical Society and Bethel Hill Common. Dr. Moses Mason House and Bethel Pathway are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy lake house with private beach Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Michael M. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was nice! ##### Michael M. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal G. Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun Girls getaway Our group Of eight women stayed for a week. Check-in process was easy and the house was exactly as described. The house offered everything you could need and then some. We rent houses every year and this is one of the most perfect homes we've ever stayed in. Do keep in mind it is a pond so the shoreline around the dock has lots of weeds but if you get past that into the middle it's clean and clear. Highly recommend.. ##### Crystal G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lana S. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Labor Day weekend We had a great time boating and enjoying this lakeside home. The house was clean inside, and spacious as pictured. We also loved visiting Screw Auger Falls and Moose Caves…just a short drive away. I suggest that there be more kitchen towels available as well as washcloths in the bathrooms. The outside of the home could’ve used some cleanup as well. ##### Lana S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kallie D. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great lake get away We really enjoyed our stay. Home is at an amazing location, right on Songo Pond. Boats and life jackets were wonderful. Property was clean and worked for our group perfectly. Check in was easy. ##### Kallie D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen R. Aug 8, 2024 #### Wonderful Family Memories Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a really great getaway. The property was secluded and peaceful but there were many recreational and meal options within ten miles. The kitchen was stocked with everything necessary for meal preparation for dining in. ##### Stephen R. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin F. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot and house The house is lovely and comfortable, very nice kitchen, great room and sun porch. The lake was wonderful with warm water for swimming, good fishing and easy access to kayak/paddle with the small beach entry and dock. ##### Erin F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra M. Jul 20, 2024 #### Mixed reviews Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: On one hand it is a lovely location on the water and only about 10 minutes to "downtown" Bethel. There is plenty of room for a larger group. (We were a group of 6 adults and two children.) The most of the rooms had ceiling fans and there were a couple of window fans available. Most bedrooms have a skylight. The rooms were clean. Julia was quick to respond to most of my inquiries. However, the TV downstairs did not work. We tried to problem solve it and put in new batteries. Julia did not respond (perhaps she doesn't work on the weekend) when I reached out to her. We were all hoping to be able to swim. Unfortunately, the beach area is full of leaves, tree branches, and debris. It could be a great spot (there is sand underneath) if someone took the time to rake it out. There are adirondack chairs to sit in though they are covered in pitch. Perhaps if people turned them over in between guests they'd stay cleaner. If you don't care about swimming, don't mind skylights waking you at daylight, and can bring your own chairs it is a nice spot! ##### Sandra M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia G. Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Totally enjoyed this comfortable and lovely home on the pond. The porch and view made for very wonderful lounging. Day trips were easy from this destination. Everything that I needed during my stay was right there for it to be a home away from home for me. ##### Cynthia G. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri Z. Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Getaway Spot Spacious, clean modern cottage with all the amenities for a week long stay. Kitchen is well equipped. Situated on a quiet dirt road with pond frontage. The pond is great for kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding. Not great for swimming, although we did it anyway. Shallow entry point with invasive grass and lily pads. ##### Terri Z. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Claire W. Aug 8, 2023 #### Waterfront Cottage - South Shore Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was quite comfortable with all the amenities we needed. The weather was good except for the stormy day when all the lakes in the area experienced flooding along the shoreline. The only negative comment I have is in regard to the bathroom on the first floor. Due to the humidity, the toilet sweat a lot creating a lot of water on the floor and leaving a very mildewy smell in that one room. Towels around the base of the toilet and air freshener helped address the issue. ##### Claire W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda P. Jul 17, 2023 #### Annual Family lake vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean and well maintained home on Songo Pond. Grandkids enjoyed swimming and canoeing on the lake. They brought their own paddle boards and went the length of the lake with Auntie. We enjoyed seeing a pair of loons and their two little ones! The dirt access road was perfect for the 7 year old and grandma to bike ride and there are roads to walk or bike the circumference. (under 4 miles). Explored the area a little but mostly enjoyed relaxing lakeside. ##### Brenda P. 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