Stay in your own private cottage just steps from Bates College. Our charming 450 sq. ft. retreat sits right alongside campus, offering a cozy home base for a Maine winter getaway, ski weekend, or visit to Lewiston.
Wake up to the quiet beauty of winter in Maine. Start your morning with warm, heated bathroom floors and a cup of locally roasted coffee. Then wander the beautiful Bates campus or lace up for a snowy climb up Mt. David, where you’ll find scenic views across the surrounding landscape.
Love to ski? We’re minutes from Lost Valley, making the cottage a cozy home base for a day on the slopes. Afterward, make a cup of hot chocolate, curl up with a good book, and settle in for a quiet evening.
Just 40 minutes north of Portland, our cottage makes for an easy winter getaway and a convenient home base for exploring Maine.
Bates family/alumni? We are a 1-min walk from the Gomes Chapel and Schaeffer Theater side of campus.
Medical professional? We're 1/2 mile from both CMMC and St. Mary's Hospital.
New England School of Metalwork Student? We're 2.5 miles from the school.
Working remotely? Laptop stands and other items can be made available to borrow upon request.
Amenities to make your stay comfortable:
-Fully stocked kitchen with stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, French press, and Keruig. Local ground coffee, k-cups, tea, and basics like cream and sugar are stocked in the cottage for your convenience.
-Queen bed in bedroom, and pull-out sleeper sofa in living room
-In-unit washer and dryer
-Heated bathroom floors
-Heat and AC
-Smart TV
-Small patio
-Cleaned with hypoallergenic and low-scent natural/organic products; linens washed with fragrance-free detergent
-Simple and straightforward booking rate, no surprise deposit or cleaning fee
Notes about this property:
**The Vibe**
This cottage is an in-law unit next to our house, giving you your own private, separate space. We're tucked into a quiet and beautiful residential neighborhood next door to Bates College. Our cottage is ideal for guests who want to slow down, sleep well, and feel genuinely at home in a wonderful and peaceful neighborhood. The cottage has a kitchen, dining area, living room area, bedroom, and bathroom.
**Parking**
One space in our driveway is also available to you if you need a place to park. Otherwise, free street parking is right out front, available 6 AM–11 PM.
**A Few Things to Know**
- We are not able to accommodate guest pets at this time, sorry!
- No parties or events please.
We can't wait to share this little corner of Maine with you.