Wendell Cottage

Wendell Cottage is a very comfortable 4 bedroom, 2 bath cottage located at the end of a private camp road on Salmon Lake. On the main floor is the fully equipped kitchen, living area, laundry and bath. Upstairs are the bedrooms and full bath. Outside you can enjoy all the outdoor amenities and the lake. You can walk right into the sandy bottom lake for a swim or fish from the dock. There is a mooring for your boat. You can cookout on the gas grill provided and in the evening, enjoy the most spectacular views of Salmon Lake. Located close to Augusta and Waterville with easy access to I-95.

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• Sweet Getaway at Wendell Cottage

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2025

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  a guest from South Portland, Maine recommends this vacation rental

  This place is really cute and well-outfitted for a family vacation. We were pleasantly surprised to find an A/C unit in one of the queen bed rooms and a few fans already in the house. They will tell you this, but just confirming: you do need to bring your own bedsheets and towels. One notable item: the well water is stated to be potable and probably is, however, it smells very strongly of sulphur (think eggs) which we found off-putting. We did use the water to wash dishes, cooking, showers, etc, but for drinking we picked up some jugs of water at the store. If you have a sensitive sniffer, just be prepared.
  The yard and dock are absolutely lovely! There are a lot of leaves in the water when wading in the lake, so there's a little bit of a mucky/soft sand underfoot when going in swimming, but we powered through that- the lake was so refreshing on those hot 4th-of July-week days! We loved having Camp Modin right next door-- the frequent bells and announcements to the campers were fun, but if you are looking for absolute quiet that may not be for you. DOG OWNERS: Camp Modin puts on a good fireworks display, so if your dog does not enjoy fireworks you may want to reconsider renting the week of July 4th. We didn’t know about it until the day before, when the owner came by to let us know about the fireworks. Luckily we had brought CBD treats with us for our anxious doggo, so we dosed him up good on the day of the fireworks, but he was still trembling and hiding! He found some comfort by hiding in the shower, poor guy. The fireworks looked AMAZING– they look like they are basically in your backyard... bc they almost are! Overall, a wonderful stay at this nice property! We saw so much wildlife right in our backyard: loons, geese w/their goslings, ducks w/ducklings, fish, heron, osprey, and SO MANY FIREFLIES!!! It felt like MAGIC out there every evening!
  

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• A great place to st a y!

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2025

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  JAN z from fleetwood, Pennsylvania recommends this vacation rental

  Absolutely the best! Does need a new outside grill though...lol

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• Had a good time the management was very good I'm renting it next

  Stayed 14 days ending in August, 2024

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  a guest from New Sharon, ME recommends this vacation rental

  Had a great time

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• Good

  Stayed 14 days ending in August, 2024

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  Cynthia C from Winslow, Me recommends this vacation rental

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• most excellent vacation...

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2023

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  JAN z from fleetwood, Pennsylvania recommends this vacation rental

  flawless stay.

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• God time

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2023

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  a guest from New Sharon, ME recommends this vacation rental

  Had a great time

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• Wendell Cottage

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2022

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  a guest from Titusville, New Jersey recommends this vacation rental

  Check in and out was easy; the house and yard were clean and well maintained. The property description was accurate.

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• Love My Stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  Rosemarie R from MILFORD, Pennsylvania recommends this vacation rental

  This is my second year here. I stay with another couple here from 6/23 thru 7/9 and this year we took an extra week.

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• Another Great Stay

  Stayed 16 days ending in July, 2022

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  Jeff G from Tiverton, RI recommends this vacation rental

  Great time and place to stay. Weather was the best I have seen up there in 25 years. Fishing was exceptional.

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• Wonderful

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2022

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  JAN z from fleetwood, Pennsylvania recommends this vacation rental

  The way Maine should be experienced. Thank you again for such attentive nature and hospitality!

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• 2 weeks at Beautiful Salmon Lake

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2021

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  Stephen D from North Babylon, NY recommends this vacation rental

  My Family have a great vacation on Salmon Lake. Wendal Cottage was perfect with all the comforts and amenities. It was clean and organized.I would recommend this property and hope to return in the future.
  

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• Maine Stay

  Stayed 16 days ending in July, 2021

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  Jeff G from Tiverton, RI recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent Stay. Will return in 2022 Only changes I would like to see are AC upstairs and eliminating the Sulfur smell in the water.

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• Wonderful vacation new pond

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2020

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  Mariann D P from Waterville, Me recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great time ! Grandchildren loved all the boats and float !loved making a fire at night!wish the tv was in the big room but we managed !did not have cable but we brought check t our year favorites! Looking forward to next year !thank you
  
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• Fishing Trip

  Stayed 6 days ending in June, 2019

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  Troy P from Owosso, Michigan recommends this vacation rental

  Had a great experience once again. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Plenty of dock space for our 3 boats.

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• A very comfortable home away from home.

  Stayed 10 days ending in October, 2018

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  Robert G recommends this vacation rental

  We were very satisfied with the furnishings and location of the home.

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• Wonderful stay at Wendell!

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2018

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  Deb L from Hallowell, Maine recommends this vacation rental

  We truly enjoyed our stay at Wendell Cottage! A peaceful and relaxing outdoors and a spacious and beautiful camp/home. We enjoyed the fire pit,the paddle boat and wonderful sunrises! Once when canoeing we were surrounded by 14 loons! On top of being a great place for family of all ages, the couches and recliners are wonderful and the beds completely comfortable. A great place to stay and reconnect with family!

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• Wonderful Week!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2018

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  Chris P from Auburn, Maine recommends this vacation rental

  This is the second time we have rented this little gem called Wendell Cottage. We had beautiful weather and the upgrades to the cottage were great. The new grill works like a charm. The cottage was very clean and welcoming. Thanks for another awesome week of memories for me and my family! We are looking forward to next year.

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• Wonderful Week on the pond

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2018

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  Kevin M from WINTER HAVEN, FL recommends this vacation rental

  What a great find. This "Cottage" was well equipped with everything needed for a nice peaceful week on the lakes where I grew up. The open lawn down to the quiet lake was nice. The evening paddle boat rides were also very relaxing. Already looking at next year !

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• Great Find!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2018

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  a guest from Brunswick, ME recommends this vacation rental

  Great location, nice sandy entry although you have to use the dock to enter the water. Swim raft was a great feature kids loved it!

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• A terrific spot for families!

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2018

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  Christine W from Augusta, ME recommends this vacation rental

  Such a fabulous location for families! Clean, bright location and management was very kind and easy to work with. Nice lawn to play on and of course a spotless lake. The private beach is perfect for small kids! We will absolutely be spending more time here!

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• Enjoyed Immensely

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2017

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  Tom r from Dresden, ME recommends this vacation rental

  Spacious well appointed lakeside home and extremely quiet with the nearby camp empty in late August.

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• Great Vacation Spot!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2017

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  Chris P from Auburn, Maine recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful week with very little rain and lots of sunshine. The rental property was nicely situated close to the lake with plenty of good shade. The inside was very cozy, clean and inviting. It was stocked with all the essentials you would need. It was perfect for our family and guests. The paddle boat was a huge hit for all and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting by the fire at night.
  
  The water was beautiful and refreshing and we liked the fact that we could walk out to the floating dock and sit in the sun.
  
  The one minor issue I would point out, and I do stress minor, was that the grill was in need of some TLC. We were able to use it but the burners were rusted and in need of replacement.
  
  We are already planning to rent this property for next year and even have family looking to rent the little cabin next to it.
  
  All in all, I would highly recommend this rental to all. It is very close to Oakland and Waterville when a supermarket run is in order.
  
  Thanks for opening up this rental to us! We truly enjoyed ourselves!

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• Perfect vacation!

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2016

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  a guest from Seabrook, NH recommends this vacation rental

  We loved staying here! Lake was peaceful with very few boats. Sandy beach area was perfect for little kids- hard to find on this lake! Rental had paddle boat and various toys which was a nice extra. House was nice and roomy with laundry and wifi. We look forward to staying here again!

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• Great Family Get Away!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2016

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  Jason D from New Sharon, Maine recommends this vacation rental

  This place was perfect for our little grandbabies, who are 5 and 2 1/2. They were able to swim freely on the sandy beach, play on the very large lawn and enjoy the swing on by the lake. The trees helped with shade on those hot,hot days. The house with 4 bedrooms gave us plenty of room for our family. The area was very clean and enjoyable. Oh, and thanks for the washer and dryer. We were able to keep up with the laundry easily and not leave the beautiful vacation spot.

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• Wonderful Wendell Cottage, Belgrade, Maine

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2015

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  Joanie R from Mullica Hill, NJ recommends this vacation rental

  Wendell Cottage is located on a beautiful piece of lake front property. Our family enjoyed kayaking amongst the Loons that seem to enjoy our company as much as we did theirs. We rented 2 double kayaks, but the property did supply a paddle boat for us to use. Our dog enjoyed sitting in the boat while I paddle her around the lake.
  One morning I walked down to the lake with our dog to see the Loons, but was surprised by an Eagle that swooped down to catch a fish. My dog and I were mesmerized by the majesty of the bird. We were blessed to see the Eagle a couple more times.
  
  When night fell on the lake well lighted by the moon, we gathered to enjoyed sitting out around a fire enjoying good company and nature.
  
  The house has a large kitchen to gather when not outside enjoying the great outdoors. It is comfortable and welcoming. There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms that accommodated six adults nicely.
  
  Had a wonderful time! Look forward to renting the cottage again, but for longer period of time.

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• Great vacation and plenty of room

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2015

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  Robert M from Oakland, ME recommends this vacation rental

  Clean house with plenty of room and very nice kitchen. Easy access with swim dock, boat dock and nice views. Highly recommend.

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• Lovely spot on Salmon Lake

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2015

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  Nancy C from Ashford, CT recommends this vacation rental

  Wendell's cottage served us well. The downstairs living space is very nice with a large kitchen/dining area and a newer bathroom/laundry room. There are four bedrroms and a bath upstairs. Honestly, while I showered up there for convenience, it really needs to be updated. We were also a bit surprised by the bedroom configuration. The description is accurate as to the numbers and types of beds, but we didn't expect one bedroom with a single twin and then another room with a double bed and a twin. We made it work, but it might not for all renters. We enjoyed the setting very much. There is another cottage on the property owned by the same family I believe, but otherwise you see no other cottages unless you are on the water. I do have to comment on the summer camp nearby. The disruption to our solitude wasn't constant, but there were some days that their competions got quite loud-never in the early morning though which I greatly appreciated as it is such a peaceful spot to have that first cup of coffee and greet the resident loon. Barbara at Belgrade Vacation Rentals was wonderful to deal with and I would not hesitate to rent this property or any other handled by that agency.

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• Right on the water!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2015

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  AnnMarie S from Plaistow, NH recommends this vacation rental

  Beautiful location! Right on the water! House was comfortable, had everything we needed and more. Kids enjoyed the games, movies and such. Myself? I enjoyed the wooded swing right on the water. My 70 year old mother enjoyed it more. Had a great walk in the mornings with my dogs down the dirt road. Great for families.

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• Wendell Cottage

  Stayed 14 days ending in July, 2015

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  Betty P from Avon Park, FL recommends this vacation rental

  Was a very nice property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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• Pleasant stay on Salmon Lake

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2015

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  Kim N. A from East Lansing, MI recommends this vacation rental

  We were most pleased that the house was on a quiet piece of property far away from the busy road and right on shore of Salmon Lake (not all the rentals are right on the water, so be sure to ask if that's important to you). We enjoyed sitting and watching the loons, eagles, and many other birds, walking in the large field above the house, and enjoying the quiet. It is next to a summer outdoors camp, and might be a little noisy in the summer months (this wouldn't have bothered us much as we enjoy the sound of young people having fun). The house was very clean and well appointed. The only slight improvement for me would be more comfortable beds, but I've gotten a bit fussy as I get older. We didn't swim, but it looked like the lake would be good for swimming and there was clean and easy access right in front of the house. It is about 20 from Colby College, which is the reason we were visiting (daughter's graduation). The location was more convenient for getting back and forth to Colby than some other houses, which were farther away. Barbara was great to work with and kindly accommodated our request to switch houses after our first night in one house on a busy road. We would go back.

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• a real nice family camp

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2011

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  a guest from New Sharon, Maine recommends this vacation rental

  great place and location. Our family had plenty of room for 6 adults and a 5 month old baby. Having the laundry room worked out very well.will defiantly rent again.

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• Aug 2011

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2011

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  Linda M from Lake Charles, LA recommends this vacation rental

  We were very pleased with our stay at Wendell Cottage. It was very easy to find and the sunsets were just like the pictures. The owners even supplied all the linens, including towels. I wish that information had been included in the description though.
  It would have saved us on luggage.

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• Review by Arthur D

  Stayed 5 days ending in May, 2011

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  Arthur D from Fall River, MA recommends this vacation rental

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