Family-friendly holiday rentals in Waldo County

Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot – Panoramic Luxury!

Escape to your private waterfront retreat where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage style home rests on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the tide. Enjoy a sun-filled interior with cherry floors, a gourmet kitchen, and a private deck for sunrise coffee or evening wine. Wake to sweeping Penobscot River views & unwind by the fire pit at river’s edge. Just 10 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme

Cute Midcoast Cottage w Hot Tub

Kick back and relax in this ideally located modern cottage. Enjoy a soak in the hot tub or the peace of the covered porch. Situated in the heart of midcoast Maine, this cottage has it all. An elegant kitchen that awaits your culinary delights, a spacious living area, a primary bedroom with a TV, a kingsize bed and a luxurious bath with a soaking tub and a walk-in rainfall shower, plus twin bunk beds for the kiddos. A small store and a farm to table restaurant are conveniently across the street.

Modern Lakefront Home w/ Hot Tub • Summer Vacation

Grace's Cottage is a charming 1860's cottage on Lake Saint George. Newly remodeled, the 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage offers a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern amenities. A spacious screened porch overlooks the lake, and a year-round hot tub provides a perfect spot to relax & unwind. This living space is perfect for gathering with family & friends. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, Grace's Cottage is the perfect home base for your Maine adventure.

Quiet cottage on the bay

Settle in at this mid-coast Maine treasure, where you will find more than you hoped for in a getaway. Located in a private neighborhood and setback on a private road on 2.5 acres. You can take a short stroll down a wooded path to the Belfast bay and watch the sunset or simply enjoy the view from living room. The rocky beach gives you access to a wonderful piece of the Maine coastline. Come make some memories at this unique, pet and family-friendly quiet cottage just 1 mile to downtown Belfast.

Historic Stephenson Farm on 35 acre Mason Pond

This water front historic Stephenson Farmhouse is a cozy 3 bedroom farmhouse that sits on 5 acres with frontage on Lower Mason Pond. A bird lovers paradise along with sightings of beaver & river otters. Trail from house leads to waterfront, canoes, paddles & PFD’s and a picnic table. We’ve maintained the antiquity of the house along with many antique pieces of furniture. Enjoy amazing sunsets, expand your birding life list, pick apples and blueberries in season. . . on a nature preserve.

Forest Cabin w/ Stunning Wall of Windows

Welcome to Nadair Maine, a 30-acre forest sanctuary. Nestled here is Sunrise Cabin—a peaceful 850 sq ft retreat for 6 where simplicity & beauty live side by side. A wall of windows frames the forest in every season — from snow-dusted pines in winter to the brilliant colors of fall. Fully equipped, cook in the full kitchen, unwind on the porch, or cozy up by the wood stove. Enjoy the fire pit under the stars, or a short drive to coastal adventures. Book your serene Maine escape today!

Belfast Harbor Loft | Downtown

Come and experience the peaceful, yet vibrant, atmosphere of Belfast! This downtown loft is a great place to stay, being just two blocks away from the beach. Enjoy the morning light in the two bedrooms, both facing the harbor, while the living room offers a stunning view of Main Street. The loft is full of character, with its refurbished floors, exposed brick and rafters, large windows, and newly renovated kitchen and bathroom. Make yourself at home in a calm and inviting atmosphere.

Hobb’s House - Year Round Log Cabin on the Water

Cozy 2 Beds, 1 pullout sofa bed, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Log Cabin with water/mountain views on Hobb’s Pond. Relax on the dock, grill, canoe (1)/kayaks (2)/swim during the day and relax with your streaming services on the smart TV at night. 5min drive to the Camden Snow Bowl for ski/snowboard during the winter. Ice skate on the pond. Rent out a boat during your stay. 13 min drive to downtown Camden for great restaurants and a sunset cruise on a sailboat. Close proximity to hiking trails!

The Barn

I call my place "The Barn" because as I was finishing it it took the shape and feel of a barn. It's not a barn. It's a quiet post and beam open concept building (a Jamaica Cottages kit) set among the fields of Appleton, Maine. You'll sleep in the loft or on a futon on the main floor. The bathroom is huge, 10X10, with a heated floor. It's an open concept kitchen and living space. From Appleton you are 20 miles away from the tourist destinations of Camden, Rockland, and Belfast.

Waterfront Tipi Glamping // Phoenix Landing

Majestic private waterfront Tipi * on a lake. Quiet nature oasis with hot tub, woodstove, firepit, modern grill, and all the essentials. Ice skate or xc-ski across the frozen lake and watch the bald eagles fly overhead, or relax in the Adirondack chairs in front of the bonfire while you make smores and cook dinner on the grill or over the open fire, then snuggle up inside the tipi while you listen to vintage vinyl and let the owls hoot you to sleep. *Tipi closed March-April.

Spectacular Cottage on Penobscot bay in Belfast

Spectacular cottage on Penobscot bay in Belfast. The cottage is focused on the views from the great room and screened porch. You’ll love the spacious, clean, open cottage with a complete kitchen and propane fireplace. Sit on the porch with a book/glass of wine and watch for seals and schooners. Easy access to the shore along a gradual path and short boardwalk. Great amenities and comfort for vacationers both young and old. Perfect for couples and families (with kids).

Little Apple Cabin on 5 acres, amazing stargazing!

Little Apple Cabin is a private tiny cabin on five wooded acres, created for guests who want quiet, space, and deep rest. Surrounded by trees and farmland, it’s a simple, intentional place to slow down, sleep well, and enjoy Maine without crowds or noise. The cabin features a king bed on the main level, a cozy wood stove, and a wrap-around cedar deck for coffee, reading, and stargazing. Camden and Rockland are about 25 minutes away, and Belfast is about 30 minutes.