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Hidden Pond Resort

Kennebunkport, ME, USA
$450-1300+/ Nacht

Buchen Sie dieses Hotel, wenn You want the nostalgia of summer camp but with Frette linens, outdoor showers, and a credit card limit that can handle $20 cocktails.

Warum Gäste es lieben

  • The 'bougie summer camp' aesthetic is flawlessly executed—think nightly bonfires with s'mores and cruiser bikes.
  • Earth restaurant is a legitimate destination dining spot with a farm-to-fork menu that actually uses the on-site gardens.
  • The shuttle to Tides Beach Club makes hitting Goose Rocks Beach effortless (and parking-stress free).

Kurzfassung: It's an impeccably styled forest fantasy that costs a fortune, where you pay for the privilege of being 'rustic' in extreme comfort.

Bewertet von @Worldwide_winston: I stayed in a cottage here and it was the ultimate dog-mom getaway. Ordering my pup a steak dinner while I ate at Earth was a highlight. The 60 acres of woods felt so peaceful, and ending the night with s'mores by the fire was magic.

Was Gäste, die hier übernachtet haben, sagten

The hype

Guests are obsessed with the outdoor showers and the smell of the campfire, calling it a magical, core-memory type of stay.

Reality check

For $1,000+ a night, many are salty about the lack of a proper sit-down breakfast and the 'relaxed' (read: sometimes slow) service.

  • You love the idea of camping but refuse to sleep on the ground or use a shared bathroom.
  • You want a romantic getaway where you can shower outside under the trees in total privacy.
  • You are a foodie who prioritizes atmosphere as much as the meal itself.

Sauberkeit & Instandhaltung

8.8
  • Housekeeping: Generally thorough, but the 'rustic' nature means you will find pollen, pine needles, and the occasional bug in the screened porch areas.
  • Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate indoor bathrooms; outdoor showers are clean but naturally exposed to elements.
  • Maintenance: High standard, though some older cottages have reported minor wear like whistling fridges or creaky floors.
  • Linens & towels: Frette linens are crisp and high-end; robes are plush and frequently mentioned as 'steal-worthy' (don't do it).
  • Odors & scents: Smells like pine needles, campfire smoke, and fresh earth. No musty 'old cottage' smells reported.

Sleepability™

8STILL
STILL
0-4LAUT
4-7,5MÄSSIG
7,5-10STILL
  • Loud frogs/nature sounds at night
  • Internal road traffic (golf carts/trucks) if in cottages near the main path

Vor der Buchung

Gut zu wissen

  • The 'breakfast' is a door-drop service; if you want eggs/meat, you'll need to pay at the food truck or go off-property.
  • Tides Beach Club access is a huge perk—use the shuttle, don't drive yourself (parking at Goose Rocks is a nightmare).
  • Dinner reservations at Earth are essential and should be booked weeks in advance, even for hotel guests.

Was Sie einpacken sollten

  • Bug spray (high DEET recommended)—the 'Pond' in the name is real and mosquitoes love it.
  • Slip-on shoes/Birkenstocks for walking between your cottage, the pool, and the outdoor shower.
  • Earplugs if you are a light sleeper and frogs keep you awake.

Zimmer-Genie

Beste Auswahl

  • Bungalow 40 or 43 ('Shhhhh') for maximum privacy and screened porch serenity.
  • Treetop Lodges for a newer, more modern feel with elevated views.

Zimmer, die Sie meiden sollten

  • Unit 23 (and others near the main internal road) suffer from golf cart traffic and service vehicle noise.
  • Family cottages near the main pool if you are a couple seeking total silence.

Zimmerwunsch-Genie – kopieren & einfügen

“I'd love to request a Bungalow set back from the internal service roads—specifically numbers 40 or 43 if available—to minimize golf cart noise. We are hoping for a quiet, private screened porch experience.”

FAQ & Geheimtipps

Alles, was Sie vor der Buchung wirklich wissen möchten.

Is it actually on the beach?

No. It is in the woods about 1 mile from Goose Rocks Beach. They run a free 'beach buggy' shuttle to their sister property, Tides Beach Club, where you get chairs and towels.

What is the breakfast situation?

Controversial. You get a thermos of coffee and pastries delivered to your door in a bag. Many guests find the pastries soggy or the portion small. Hot food is available for purchase at a food truck.

Is it kid-friendly?

Yes, but segregated. There are 2-bedroom cottages and a family pool, but the Bungalows and the other pool are adults-only. It works well for both demographics.

How much is the resort fee?

It varies by room type, ranging from roughly $45 to $75 per night. It covers the shuttle, wifi, parking, bikes, and s'mores.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, in specific 'dog-friendly' cottages for a fee of ~$200 per stay. They get a bed and bowls.

Is there AC?

Yes, all cottages have air conditioning, which is crucial during humid Maine summers.

Insider-Tipps

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    The 'singing sands' at Goose Rocks Beach are best heard at low tide—check the tide chart before you hop on the shuttle.

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    If Earth is fully booked, try the 'Farm Bar' right outside for small plates and drinks without a reservation.

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    Request your morning coffee delivery for the earliest slot (7am) if you want it hot; later deliveries can sometimes sit and get lukewarm.

5 Dinge, die Sie wissen sollten, bevor Sie losfahren

  • 💡The 'sticky toffee' welcome gift is delicious but will glue your teeth together.

  • 💡Pollen is everywhere in June—your black luggage will turn yellow.

  • 💡The outdoor showers are amazing, but you might have a squirrel audience.

  • 💡The 'fitness center' is actually a very well-equipped shed with Peloton bikes, not a massive gym.

  • 💡You can hear the nightly bonfire chatter from the nearest cottages, so don't pick a room right next to the lodge if you sleep early.

Lokaler Reiseführer

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