You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gardner Lake Home: Amazing views private and quiet 150' of private frontage
Relax on the Bold Coast of Maine. Two Bedroom house sitting on Gardner Lake. Wake up daily to the amazing sunrises at this very private location. Swim or boat right off 40' dock located on the property. Plenty of out door areas to enjoy view the with your coffee or catch some rays. Get a local license and go fishing. Wonderful for families who like cooking and want a super private location located at the end of a private road.
Full bath, well equipped kitchen, and dining for 6. King and Queen beds for comfort. Covered deck.
Features at this vacation home include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a patio
Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Amenities include laundry facilities
Onsite recreation includes a playground
13 minutes by car from Burnham Tavern Museum and 14 minutes from Bad Little Falls Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Handrails in stairways
In-room accessibility
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Step to reach entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: outside fenced area for smaller dogs.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Gardner Lake Home Amazing views private quiet
Gardner Lake Home: Amazing views private and quiet East Machias
Gardner Lake Home: Amazing views private and quiet 150' of private frontage Reviews
Reviews
9.6
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
5 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This place was amazing! Exactly what we were looking for. Beautiful view of the lake and stars at night. Highly recommend and we hope to go back!
Everything about this property was perfect for a relaxing stay. Modern amenities and a very welcoming atmosphere. Beautiful waterfront home that I will visit again. Thank you!
Justin
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
James S.
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This property was everything that the host provided and more. We loved the home, the view of the lake as well as the Super Moon!
James S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Troy's place! It was as described in the listing and, if anything, surpassed expectations with all of the natural light inside. We traveled around a bit to some different trails and beaches which were all relatively close by.
Karen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ross P.
21 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great pet friendly rental with a special outside area just for the dogs. Very quiet and clean space close to great hikes. A fantastic retreat as a base for exploring the Bold Coast and Down East.
Ross P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lila W.
18 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at the Gardner Lake home was perfection! It is a cozy, well loved home with epic views of the sunrise over the lake. The location could not be better and the kitchen had absolutely everything you need. I messaged the owner asking if there was a kayak or anything that guests could use and there wasn’t. But when we arrived we were surprised to find he had brought a kayak over for us! We thoroughly enjoyed a morning out on the water and so appreciated the thoughtfulness. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
Lila W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Lynne D.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lynne D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rosenbergs
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful time. The views are amazing!
Rosenbergs
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kayla B.
3 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, it was very quiet and peaceful. Love the view over the lake.
Kayla B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darrell C.
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing sunrise as advertised, fishing was great and the host worked well with us helping us further enjoy our stay
Darrell C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charlene D.
9 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about the gardener lake house was wonderful. The drive-in is like going into another world down a long dirt road to privacy and spectacular view of the lake. Yet, you’re only a few miles from the town.The swimming on the other side of the dock is a nice Sandy bottom and easy for people and dogs. The house is well equipped for the kitchen and the living room is big, comfortable, and has great view of the lake. The side deck was the star! We took long drives along the coast and Gardner Lake house was the perfect homebase. We will be back! Thank you so much for sharing your home!
Charlene D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
13 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
It is the perfect place to recharge & forget the mundane schedule. Everything one needs to cook a gourmet meal. And the view....there are no words. Excellent check in & check out thru the owner, will definitely be back...
Susan R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily K.
7 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House, Awesome Lake views. The house is well stocked. WiFi works great. I can’t wait to book my next trip back.
Emily K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brendan G.
31 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake front home
Private location with beautiful view of the water. Covered outdoor sitting area for grilling and dock access to the lakes. Spacious updated home with comfortable beds. Love our 4 day stay here.
Brendan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward M.
15 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
Stayed for a week and enjoyed every moment. The house was clean and very well-equipped. The location was very private and easy to access. We swam every day. The lake and waterfront were very swimmable, but I recommend wearing water shoes as it can be a bit rocky. Proximity to the coast and Eastport, Lubec, etc, is great. We were very comfortable here. We had our 80-pound dog, Stella, with us, and she approves as well. We would definitely return. Zero complaints.
Edward M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Mary Kay E.
30 Jun 2025
Quiet retreat
It is a beautiful, peaceful spot on the lake; however, we were disappointed that the dock was not in place, and another issue was not resolved after we contacted the host.
Mary Kay E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Thomas W.
25 Jun 2025
Quite retreat with lots of potential.
What we loved; great house in a quiet neighborhood with no road noise. The view of the lake was stunning, the lake water clear and clean.What we liked; the host’s welcome gift of yummy Bold Coast coffee, nice cookware and dinnerware. What we thought could use improvement; cleanliness of kitchen (personally discussed with host). Communication - host was prompt with responding but shy on follow through. Property description said “swim or boat right off dock”. The dock was not in the water for our whole two week stay. Amenities noted a grill but it was nonfunctional. Kitchen would be better for cooking if there was a set of sharp cooking knives, a cutting board smaller than the carving board, a colander and a box grater. The internet connection for the T.V. Was inoperable. The ceiling fan didn’t work. The toilet seat was loose. The front walkway to the lake for swimming access was unsafe due to overgrown shrubbery and loose stepping stones. The trash can and oven both needed cleaning. Would benefit from a welcome book with instructions such as how to connect with the wifi, check-out procedures, location of nearest grocery store, urgent care, ER, restaurant recommendations, etc.
Thomas W.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Kiefer R.
24 Jun 2025
Good
Good little place no frills. Great spot for outdoor activities. Everything was as it should be little dusty other than that it was a pleasant trip.
Kiefer R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Di d.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Troy’s cabin is beautiful and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The lake is literally just steps away from the door, and there are lots of windows and doors that look out over the water. A pair of geese with 3 chicks hung out right next to us, as did a mallard duck. The location is handy to many places downeast. Troy was helpful and even brought us some local coffee. We can’t recommend his place enough!
Di d.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brady K.
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Perfect!
Brady K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Josh W.
11 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Josh W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Josh W.
17 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Multiple Week long stays
Thank you, very nice and quiet.
Josh W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Stephen D.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place in a great location for a restful stay.
I loved looking out at the sunrise over the lake each day! Well located to see the rustic back country of Downeast Maine. The house was nice, though it was evident that animals stay there. The kitchen could be better equipped, and patio furniture needs refinishing. Overall, though, it was a great place to stay.