The best dog-friendly cabin rentals near Gardiner, Maine

Looking to explore Gardiner, Maine with your furry companion? Hipcamp has over 240 options for you to choose from, all with cabins that cater to pets. With options as low as $25 per night, you can find the perfect cabin that suits your budget. Slippery Rock Trails LLC (347 reviews), The Point (326 reviews), and Hidden Valley Nature Center (150 reviews) are just a few of the top-rated campsites. Popular amenities include pets, potable water, and showers, and you can enjoy activities such as snow sports, swimming, and whitewater paddling.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to explore Gardiner, Maine with your furry companion? Hipcamp has over 240 options for you to choose from, all with cabins that cater to pets. With options as low as $25 per night, you can find the perfect cabin that suits your budget. Slippery Rock Trails LLC (347 reviews), The Point (326 reviews), and Hidden Valley Nature Center (150 reviews) are just a few of the top-rated campsites. Popular amenities include pets, potable water, and showers, and you can enjoy activities such as snow sports, swimming, and whitewater paddling.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Your Own Private Island

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49mi from Gardiner · 1 site · Lodging · Georgetown, ME

Want a unique vacation? Everyone loves the idea of their own island. Peaceful, quiet and away from it all. In recent years we even have a nesting bald eagle pair! Our cottage is rustic, no running water and no electricity and only accessible via boat! We have a propane stove, refrigerator, and lanterns. Guests must bring water and small propane canisters for their stay. Guests are required to clean before departure. Bathroom is within the cottage and has an odor free composting toilet. For showering needs we have a camp style solar shower. Bedroom has a full-size bed. Crow's nest has a small futon that opens for an additional bed for one. The $375 fee is the cost of the boat captain to make one trip to deliver you and your gear to the island and one to take you back. If you will be coming in your own boat or kayak, please let us know and we can refund that fee if we aren't hiring the captain. Depending on the captain's schedule often arrival is the last trip of day and departure is 8 am. Additional trips can be arranged with our captains as well as sightseeing tours. Please note the captain charges $25 to transport a pet. We have a dock if you would be interested in bringing your own boat. Boat rentals also available nearby. Arrival and departure times are dependent on the captain's availability. See Bald eagles and seals. You can fish for striped bass right off the island. Water views from every window. The upper floor of the cottage is the Crow's nest (a tiny space accessible from a ladder below,) in the treetops with great sunset views. Bring your kayaks! Crow Island was mentioned in the book "Rivers of Memory" by John Gibson To quote Rachel Field, “If once you have slept on an island. You’ll never quite be the same.”

2. Wilbur Mountain Cabin, Bethel Maine

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48mi from Gardiner · 1 site · Lodging · Rumford, ME

New cabin in the beautiful mountain town of Bethel, Maine. Hiking, Mt Abrams mountain biking, pond swimming, Androscoggin River canoeing, and backcountry skiing are all close by. Our quaint cabin has amazing views of the Western Maine Mountains, and an open field reveals the spectacular peaks of Sunday River and Old Spec. Sleeping loft, wood stove, camp kitchen, and outhouse. Sunset porch time too.

3. Vana Kuti-cabin in the woods

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32mi from Gardiner · 2 sites · Lodging · Hope, ME

This little cabin is secluded in the woods. There is a 200 foot path leading to it. On the right you will find an outhouse and outdoor shower, complete with hot water. On the left is the little cabin. On the porch is a barbeque grill with a griddle on 1 side. In the cabin you will find a double hot plate, coffee maker, tea jug with potable water, pots and pans as well as paper goods. For sleeping there is a full size bed in the loft and a pull out couch on the first floor (there is also a cot if need be). Though it is not far from the main house the cabin is surrounded by trees and is very private. Hiking trails abound in many directions. From a quick trip to the top of our Blueberry Hill to day hikes on the Coastal Mountain land trust trails. In nearby Camden, Rockland and Belfast, restaurants, shopping and galleries abound. There are many schooners and fishing trips available as well. At the end of the day, have a campfire in our fire pit. The firewood is provided but bring your own marshmallows. c

4. The Anchorage Cabins

39mi from Gardiner · 7 sites · RVs, Lodging · Lincolnville, ME

The Anchorage is a 4-acre cabins and motel property located approximately 0.5 miles south of Lincolnville, ME. This historic property has been operating for over 100 years. Recently purchased by my wife and me, it is currently undergoing a rebranding and remodel. At present, there are 4 small cottages available to rent, along with plenty of parking space for smaller RVs and vans. Cyclists passing through are welcome to reach out—we’re happy to accommodate tent camping as well. Services such as showers are limited at this time. Cottages include air conditioning, heat, and Keurig coffee makers. RV and van campers will have access to water for filling tanks, and we can accommodate 15A connections at this time. The property itself is gorgeous, offering incredible night-sky views. From the parking area, you can see Penobscot Bay in the distance. A small creek also runs through the land, attracting birds and other wildlife. The Anchorage is located just 0.5 miles from Lincolnville Beach, a popular spot for swimming, relaxing, and launching kayaks. Nearby attractions include: Cellar Door Winery - 4.5 mi Camden - 5 mi Belfast - 12 mi Acadia National Park - 65 mi

5. County Living

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22mi from Gardiner · 1 site · Lodging · Palermo, ME

Welcome to Sheepscot Pond 14 acres of woods with private right-of-away to the lake with 3 kayaks, lifejackets and paddles. This is year-round rental! That’s what makes this place so beautiful, “the change of seasons”! There’s 2 screen-in canopy for anyone that wants to stay out of the sun and watch the sun come up or go down. The 14 acres sets looking out over a bird sanctuary and the lake. Come and stay in a brand new tiny one bedroom home that can sleep up to four people. It might be small, but it loaded with everything you need. The house sits up high and looks out over the woodlands and the lake and bog. Down to the lake, you will find a canopy. There’s plenty of chairs. You can see the sun come up and go down. Its in a cove-shallow water full of lilies and other flowering plants and dragonflies. It’s a rare piece of property to be able to see the sunrises and sunsets. Welcome to country living on Sheepscot Pond and it’s over 1200 acres with every kind of fish! There’s over 6 miles of hiking on dirt roads you can bring your own four wheeler, dirtbike or side-by-side and have fun riding the roads. It’s year-round great for ice fishing snowmobile trails right out your door. You can get onto the ITS trails or come and snowshoe. It’s the best place to do photography! Note: Private, right-of-way to lake At Country Living Rental, you will walk down to the third driveway on the left, that is the entrance to the lake. This is your private area. No one else is to be there, except for you. Enjoy mother nature at its best.

Stories from the community

Caitriona

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Vana Kuti-cabin in the woods

After a night of camp tenting and a long day at the Common Ground Fair, the Vaca Kuti cabin was a luxury! A clean composting toilet, a hot shower, and a utility sink were just a short walk from the cutest little cabin with cozy decor. Inside were books, games, a mini-fridge, a tea kettle, and many other amenities. In the upstairs loft was a comfortable queen bed with sheets and pillows and warm blankets. We were too tired to have a campfire but enjoyed a hot cup of tea and a hot shower before tucking in. We both slept like rocks because the loft was completely dark and completely quiet! In the morning we enjoyed a hot cup of coffee (coffee grounds & coffee maker provided!) out on the porch while taking in the beautiful trees that surrounded us. Cannot recommend this spot enough!

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Katherine

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to County Living

We had such a wonderful time on Tina’s property! The tiny home as extremely clean and tidy, and had everything you could possibly need for a weekend away! The way she had everything laid out (from towels, to coffee, extra books, kayaks etc) was so thoughtful. The area down by the water is so peaceful and we went on a nice kayak ride. I would 1000% stay again!

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Wesley

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to County Living

We love this place! It was very relaxing and cozy. We had a great time here and would come back someday!

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Mark

August 2025

3 nights at Vana Kuti-cabin in the woods

Great spot for a get away. Nice cabin with a sleeping loft. Heated shower was a bonus. Very close to Camden, Rockport & Belfast. Short walk from the driveway but feels like you’re deep in the woods. Host was great.

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Nicole

August 2025

3 nights at County Living

Tina’s place is filled with beautiful energy. The care and thoughtfulness she has put into both the land and the cabin made our stay easy and perfect!

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Sarah

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to County Living

We were pleasantly surprised by this adorable, well-kept tiny house! The area is beautiful, the lake is a short walk away, and the kayaks were a fun addition to the trip. Tina was a wonderful hostess. Would definitely recommend this as a place to stay to get away if that's what you are after, but with many things to do nearby!

Ben

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Wilbur Mountain Cabin, Bethel Maine

My wife and spent two nights here. Our visit was quiet and relaxing. Very peaceful and private. No complaints. We would defiantly return.

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Marieta

July 2025

3 nights at County Living

We had a truly wonderful stay at Tina’s cozy cabin. From the moment we arrived, Tina welcomed us with warmth and genuine hospitality that made us feel like old friends. The cabin itself is immaculate—spotlessly clean, extremely well maintained, and equipped with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing getaway. What really stood out was the peaceful setting. Just a few steps from the cabin is a private platform right on the lake, where we spent hours listening to the birds and soaking in the calm, natural beauty. It’s the perfect place to unwind. Tina’s attention to detail and her friendly, caring nature turned our vacation into something special. The property offers a perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and convenience—all at a very affordable price. It truly felt like a home away from home. We’re grateful for the experience and even more grateful to have met Tina. We’ll definitely be coming back!

Ben

July 2025

With kids

3 nights at Your Own Private Island

My wife, nine year old daughter, and I stay on the island for three nights. We had a wonderful time. It was a almost magical family getaway. The island is close to an area where seals congregate and there were dozens of seals playing and hunting nearby. The cabin is austere but comfortable. We would definitely go back.

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Amanda

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to County Living

The house itself is small but so cute. It had everything you could need to cook with, no need for chairs, towels or bedding. Tina was so accommodating and has cute seating areas in every spot you'd love to sit and take it in including the water. She was one of the kindest hosts we've ever had and she made our weekend so relaxing and special. We will be back to this hidden gem for sure! Need a peaceful, private getaway? THIS IS YOUR SPOT!!

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Gladimir

June 2025

2 nights at County Living

We had a great time here. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had, and the pictures online were very representative of what the reality of the place was. Location felt off the beaten path (which we wanted) but the grocery store was only 15 minutes away. The rental came with access to some kayaks and a really cool tent with everything you'd need. Overall, id definitely stay again 😊

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Kimberly

June 2025

With pets

2 nights at County Living

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin is surrounded by nature..saw birds, fox, frogs, snake, turtles. So peaceful. You can sit in the screen tent and enjoy your surroundings. Another seating area by the fire pit, plenty of wood cut and ready. Walk a short distance to another screen room on the pond, 3 kayaks, binoculars, towels, life jackets, seating, dock. This was the location for snake and fro, did not see until my daughter went looking. . Turtle was meandering down the dirt road. The cabin is small, cozy, and so well put together. All you need for cooking, bedding, towels, stove, oven, microwave, fridge, outdoor grill is right there. We will definitely come stay again. Bring a good camera and binoculars. Market 5 miles down the road is an IGA grocery with a pizza and sub shop. Thanks for a wonderful stay.