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Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin!

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Nestled on Notch Mountain, this private retreat at Jaybird Pond offers a serene escape. Unwind in the open concept living area and loft with additional queen pullout downstairs or enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking or snowshoeing. With amenities like an outdoor grill, fire pit and stationary dock you can truly disconnect from the world.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 869 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin!

Ultimate relaxation awaits you on this private retreat nestled at Jaybird Pond. This rare gem stands alone as the only cabin on the entire pond and lies in the haven of Notch Mountain! Unplug and unwind. Going off grid we have eliminated the need for electricity and modern plumbing and offer a cozy camp with all you will need. We bring in water, supply gas heater, refrigerator, stove and propane wall mounted lights. Open concept living area and loft for sleeping with additional queen pullout downstairs. Outdoor shower house with solar shower bags supplied and clean and private privy. You have room to roam this expansive property in the forest and with over 1,200 feet of exclusively owned waterfront you can enjoy it all and take in the true feel of Maine. Sleeps 6-8, kid and dog friendly, snowshoes available in the winter upon request and canoes and kayaks available in the summer, all kitchen needs and cookware supplied, outdoor grill, fire pit, stationary and floating docks. Enjoy fishing for Maine’s elusive trout depending on the season through the ice or on the open water. This experience will truly rejuvenate your soul with an escape from the ordinary. Remote yet conveniently located less than 15 minutes from amenities.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 740 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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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

Rules

Please note that all guests need to bring their own linens and towels.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs area allowed with a $50 fee per dog.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Please note events are allowed for additional cost

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please note events are allowed for additional cost
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Stand Alone Waterfront Rustic
Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin! Porter
Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

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Porter, ME

What's nearby

  • Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Saco River - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Moose Pond - 21 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Stone Mountain Arts Center - 22 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Fryeburg Fair - 25 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fairground Pizza & Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Back Burner Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bay Haven Lobster Pound - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sacopee Valley House Of Pizza - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds and within 12 mi (20 km) of Saco River and Stone Mountain Arts Center. Andrews Preserve and Lovewell Pond are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Stand alone waterfront rustic cabin! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay-beautiful spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love the location! Being alone on the pond is wonderful. The water was great to swim and float in off of the raft.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You have the pond and house to yourself, hidden away from the road; it's great escape from everything. Bring a telescope or binoculars, it gets legitimately dark and the stars are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

wmohammod

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Beautiful property, nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Wonderful property...great place to unplug and get away
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brystol T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect place

This is the perfect offgrid cabin to stay! Everything in one place we didnt need to leave! Close to town. We cant wait to go again. Owners are amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful secluded water front getaway

My friends and I had such a good time here, the water felt incredible and it was so nice waking up and hopping out in the water on a kayak. We will definitely be back! Everything about this trip was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Willette’s

Everything we were looking for and expecting! We had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jean p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect place

We loved our stay here! It was definitely one of the most relaxing vacations we have been on. The property is so perfect. We spent the day outside on the lake. We brought our paddle board with us and it was so nice to explore with. The house has everything you need. The beds were comfortable. We loved everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous, flat out.

The property was gorgeous. Even when we couldn’t figure out the stove (Oy) they came right away to help. Sweetest people, beautiful place. Amazing family vacation, we’ve already decided to book ASAP for next summer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent off-grid get-away

Exactly as described in the website! We were very happy with the cabin, the cleanliness, and the location. The owners provided everything that we needed to enjoy - we only needed to bring water,flashlights. and food, plus our bedding. The dogs loved it, and we did too! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Your own pond

We had a great vacation on Jaybird Pond, swimming, kayaking, hiking and making family memories. Renters should know that the property does not have running water or electricity. The property managers help you figure out how to boil the pond water and use the propane lamps. If you’re willing to rough it, you can’t beat the experience of having your own pond.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded and peaceful! We spent our 25th wedding anniversary at this little cabin on the pond. Such a great spot to enjoy the birds, fish, and frogs. Mornings were spent drinking coffee while kayaking and the days and nights finding ways to beat the 102 degree heat. A few suggestions for anyone staying here in the summer: 1. wear water shoes to keep some of the mucky bottom of the pond off your feet and for general walking around the immediate property. 2. Flip flops aren’t the greatest here because the terrain is very slopped, slippery pine cones/needles, and generally uneven ground. 3. Bring a battery operated fan or three or a small generator to use the outlets for fans. 4. We brought a Milwaukee Tools M18 Rover Compact Folding Flood Light w/USB charger as the gas and solar lights are limited. You’ll need extra light over the stove if cooking in the darker hours.5. If sleeping on the sofa bed, bring a thick mattress pad! Horribly uncomfortable. Not sure the existing mattress could be considered a mattress. 6. Personal preference: bring your own water if you don’t want to boil pond water for dishes or refill shower bags with the same. Lugging water up the steep incline from the pond isn’t fun, IMO.You can hear other nearby houses and traffic coming from the main road but nothing disruptive. 1-2 bar cell service in the event you need to stay connected to the world. I advise against that! Great location to reconnect, rejuvenate, and relax! We’ll be back!
The swim from the dock to the float requires going through lily pads or a kayak/canoe paddle over.
Frog watching was a highlight EVERYWHERE! 😍
View into one of the pond’s coves. Lots of lilies everywhere!
The dock to camp incline is a great thigh and quad workout! As is to/from the kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unplug and go to JayBird

We both very much enjoyed the cabin and the pond we were on. Only disappointment was we couldn't catch any fish except catfish. We still had fun, They provided a canoe but we also brought paddle boards. It was very peaceful and serene. You could hear the cars from the main road and the road going into the cabin is very rough. We had a small SUV and I felt I should of had a truck. All in all it was pleasant, peaceful and we were unplugged. I am heading back to work feeling refreshed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unplugged

I stayed here with my fiancé and two dogs. The unplugged feel while still having cell service and a quick 15 minute jump to town is amazing. Solar lights around the property, and the propane run appliances make this the perfect get away for me. I started everyday with hikes with the dogs up the mountain and spent the rest of the time in a hammock I bought or fishing on the shoreline, mostly caught sunfish but a day on the lake is better than a day at work. 10/10 recommend we will be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay was cut short

Unfortunately, my stay was cut VERY short due to a medical emergency with my dog (which had nothing to do with the property). I only was able to stay one night, but will definitely be going back. In fact, the owner felt so badly about my situation, they've offered to have me back at no charge. I will definitely be booking in the future. This location is ideal if you want privacy and the cabin is well appointed. It's kind of like glorified "glamping" with no running water or electricity. The gas lights are awesome and the gas refrigerator is perfect. A couple of things I wish I had brought with me and will next time; a tablecloth for the outdoor picnic table, my camp water jug for dishes, folding chairs, and a good battery operated reading light. Other than that, I could've been very comfortable for the week!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We had a great time being off grid at this location! My 9 and 12 year old got back to being kids running around in nature again without technology and we reconnected as a family! The pond was great to kayak in, we did not swim though a bit murky for our taste but plenty of other places close by to swim. Would love to return in cooler weather, it was really hot when we visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent spot for unplugging!

We absolutely loved our stay at Jaybird. It was absolutely perfect for my wife, our two friends, and a pup. We will definitely be back, it is the epitome of New England Camp. One Note: We arrived at night and had a VERY DIFFICULT time finding the road, Google, GPS, Apple Maps, none worked. We had no service so we could not call the hosts either. We ultimately found the gate after driving up and down the road a few times. If you arrive at night and come from the south, it is the very first (and somewhat hidden) pull-off on the left after passing a big white house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene Hideaway

We enjoyed our short stay at this rustic scenic pond-side cabin. It was easy to manage living without running water and electricity- a fun experience using solar and propane-fueled power. We appreciated options for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and games. The property was well organized by the owners, who provided friendly support and clear communication. For us, it was a comfortable and quiet place to stay, while we attended the music festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krysta P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great off the grid cabin!

We had a great weekend away at this small off the grid cabin In Porter Maine just a short drive to North Conway Nh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful secluded cabin!

The cabin was amazing and so relaxing! Totally alone on the pond! My 2 year old had a ball fishing! He caught something with every cast! The outhouse was clean and we didn’t have any issues using that. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reconnect and disconnect

We disconnected from the world and reconnected with each other. This experience made us get close and explore some things that would normally be awkward. The view was beautiful, the cabin was so cute and comfortable. We kayaked, fished, had a fire it was great !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private rustic retreat

Comfortable cabin on a beautiful pond. We enjoyed the fall colors and a bit of fishing. Caught bluegills and catfish. No electricity but wasn’t too inconvenient. Indoor lighting with gas lamps was in place but didn’t provide a ton of light. Plenty to get around but not read with. Had a great stay and would happily go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classic Maine camp on a private pond

How nice to have a whole pond to yourself! If you are looking for some peaceful solitude in a beautiful spot Jaybird is the ideal place. We were there on a chilly rainy fall weekend but stayed warm and cozy in the cabin. The porch is a great spot for sipping coffee and watching all the wildlife around the pond. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Hosts were good about communicating and answering any questions we had. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin with an amazing pond

We had a great time at the cabin. For a small cabin, it was well appointed with kitchenware and furniture. The pond was amazing and our boys loved diving off of the platform. The water was warm and the swimming platform is out in 12-15 feet of water so you can dive safely and there are no weeds. I tried fishing but only got lots of tiny pumpkinseeds (2-3 inches). Kids would probably love this because they are easy to catch. Not having running water makes washing dishes painful but we figured out a process. Not having electricity was fine except we could have really used a fan. The temperature was in the mid to upper 80's a couple days and the sleeping loft gets very hot. Without a fan to exhaust the hot air out or just to have some air movement up there, it was uncomfortable sleeping. If you have a battery powered fan, bring it. And - be sure to stop at the ice cream shop at the end of the road (Route 160 Ice Cream) - they have a ton of delicious flavors that are served in enormous scoops (a kiddy cone is ridiculously big).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021