Bobcat Cabin

Greenville sits at the southern tip of Moosehead Lake, Maine's largest lake, and Bobcat Cabin is exactly the kind of place that makes you understand why people drive hours to get here. This is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom holiday home built for families, small groups, and anyone who wants the lake to themselves for a long weekend - not a hotel with thin walls and strangers on the landing.

The cabin comes fully equipped for actual living: a proper kitchen with a stovetop and oven (not a hot plate masquerading as cooking), a dining table for six or more, a living room with a sofa that doesn't collapse when you sit, and a private entrance so you're not walking through a lobby at 7 a.m. in your coffee-stained sweatshirt. Outside, there's a private beach area, an outdoor fireplace with seating, and a picnic setup - the kind of layout that makes you wonder why you ever rented a condo sight unseen on a travel forum.

The location is Greenville proper, which means you're 75 miles from Bangor International Airport (roughly 90 minutes by car, more if foliage season traffic is moving like syrup). If you're flying in, plan for a slow drive and use it as a transition - the highway north takes you from flat farmland into genuine forest. It's worth the drive.

It's actually private. You get the whole cabin. No neighbors in the walls, no shared lobby, no "quiet hours after 10 p.m." rules posted on a laminated card. The private entrance and private beach area mean you can have a fire at midnight if you want one, or skip breakfast and never see another guest.

The kitchen is real. Too many vacation rentals equip a kitchenette with a dorm-room hot plate and call it a day. Bobcat Cabin has a full stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, and the standard equipment - pots, pans, a coffee maker. You can plan actual meals instead of eating takeout every night. The dining table sits eight, so group dinners don't require eating in shifts.

Pets are welcome. The cabin provides pet bowls, and the property is smoke-free and pet-friendly. If you're traveling with a dog or cat, you don't have to apologize or sneak them in; the assumption is they're part of your group.

The outdoor fireplace is the point. A working fireplace with seating and picnic tables is where the evening happens in Maine. Roast hot dogs, watch the fire, listen to the water. This is what people remember.

It sleeps up to six comfortably. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a sofa that converts or a living room floor - the layout works for a couple, a family of four, or two couples splitting the cost.

The cabin features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, along with a combined living and dining area. Each bathroom has a full tub and shower, private toilet, towels, and free toiletries. The bedrooms are described as spacious (typical of Maine vacation homes built before square footage became a luxury add-on), and the private entrance means you can retreat without passing through common areas.

Specific room categories aren't broken out in the listing, but guests are booking this as either a two-bedroom private escape or a place to host their entire group. If you need to know the exact bed sizes or layout, contact the property directly - the booking.com listing doesn't specify.

Outdoors & Fire · Private beach area · Outdoor fireplace · Picnic area · Outdoor dining area · Barbecue/BBQ facilities

Kitchen & Food · Full stove and oven · Dishwasher · Microwave · Refrigerator · Coffee maker · Dining table for six

Living Spaces · Comfortable sofa · Sitting area · Flat-screen TV

Entertainment & Media · DVD player · Blu-ray player · CD player · Radio · Books, DVDs, and music for children

Bedrooms & Bathrooms · Private entrance · Two full bathrooms with bathtubs and showers · Ironing facilities · Hair dryer

Practical · Washing machine and dryer · Free toiletries · Smoke-free property · Pet bowls and pet-friendly · Carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarms

Summer (June–August) - Peak season. Lake water is swimmable (65–72°F), all restaurants and attractions are open, and the cabin's private beach is your escape valve. Book early; summer weekends go fast.

Fall (September–October) - Foliage peaks in the second and third weeks of October. The lake is still cool but swimmable for hardy swimmers. Fewer crowds than summer. The outdoor fireplace becomes essential evening equipment.

Winter (November–March) - Skiing is the draw (Sunday River and Sugarloaf are 2.5–3 hours south and southwest). The cabin's heating and fireplace make it cozy, but the lake is frozen and many local restaurants reduce hours or close. Best for groups looking for an active ski base or families who want isolation.

Spring (April–May) - Mud season in Maine. Not the prettiest time, but fishing season opens, and you'll have the lake largely to yourself. Leaves are still small. Heating is still necessary.

• Moosehead Lake shoreline - The cabin has private beach access; the lake is 10 acres per person at peak season, so you'll rarely see crowds on the water.
• Downtown Greenville - 5 miles south; restaurants, a general store, and Moosehead Heritage Trail trailheads for hiking.
• Lily Bay State Park - 7 miles north; campground, day-use beach, hiking, and boat rentals if you want to explore the lake from the water.
• Big Squaw Mountain - 15 miles northeast; short summit hike (45 minutes) with views back across the lake and into the North Maine Woods.
• Skiing at Sunday River or Sugarloaf - 2.5–3 hours south and west respectively; both resorts are fully operational through March.
• Mountain biking trails - Cycling is listed as an activity; Greenville's trail network and nearby gravel roads offer everything from flat lake-loop rides to more technical singletrack.
• Moosehead Lake hunting and fishing - Fly-fishing for trout, landlocked salmon, and lake fishing from your own boat or a rental. Peak seasons are June–September and October–November.
• Golf - A course is within 2 miles; check locally for seasonal hours (typically open May–October).

Is there a private beach? Yes. Bobcat Cabin includes a private beach area on Moosehead Lake, with outdoor furniture and picnic setup. Guests don't share beach access with other properties.

Is breakfast included? No. The cabin is a self-catering holiday home. You stock the kitchen yourself or arrange meals through local restaurants in Greenville.

Are pets allowed? Yes. The property is pet-friendly and provides pet bowls. No mention of pet fees in the listing, but confirm directly when booking.

How far is it from Bangor Airport? 75 miles, roughly 90 minutes by car. It's the closest major airport, but plan for a scenic drive through rural Maine.

Can I use the fireplace in winter? Yes. The outdoor fireplace works year-round, but it's most pleasant in fall and late spring. Winter fires are possible but require more setup.

Is there Wi-Fi or cell service? The listing doesn't mention Wi-Fi or cell towers. Greenville has spotty cell coverage. If internet is essential, confirm with the property before booking.

What's the cancellation policy? Check the booking.com listing directly; policies vary by season and how far in advance you book.