Lakefront Camp on Molasses Pond, Easily Accessible to Mount Desert Island.

Great spot. Beautiful lake. Nice outdoor space. We loved spending time in the adirondock chairs overlooking the lake with the firepit. The screened in porch is great too. Pics don't do it justice. Owner communication great. Only minor complaint is full size beds are small if you're sharing a bed. But the downstairs bedrooms are small, so there really is no other option. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. There wasnt airhockey or foosball in the boathouse yet. But the available kayaks were nice to have. (The SUPs and the inflatable tube in the pics were ours. But there were 4 kayaks and a sunfish sailboat there for use. There were also some life jackets available). There is a little ramp off the dock for access to the water- perfect if you have kids or dogs. We love being off the beaten path - this place is 30mins from Ellsworth, which is the closest grocery store and restaurant options (there are a couple roadside takeout places closer). We traveled to Acadia twice and it was a nice drive. Overall, we had a lovely stay and would recommend!

What a great place to stay and get away from it all. We thoroughly enjoyed our week on Molasses Pond. Day trips to Bar Harbor. Acadia and Schoodic Peninsula; lazy days sunning on the dock, swimming and kayaking in the clean clear water. The 45 min drive to “everything” wasn’t bad at all and we could get any supplies we needed in nearby Ellsworth. The house is cozy and comfortable with a very well equipped kitchen. The shower stall is tight, but totally do-able for a relaxing shower, hot water and strong water pressure was awesome and something you usually get at a camp on a lake. We would definitely make a return trip to this spot.

This vacation was perfect. After the first weekend there was no one else staying on the lake near us except the resident loons. Acadia was not at all crowded and the Island Explorer bus system was convenient and easy to use. The dormitory under the eaves is where we chose to sleep so we were able to see the lake, see the full moon, hear the loons, and enjoy the sunrise right from the comfort of our beds. The fire pit was right next to the lake and we used it almost every night. The cottage was rustic but comfortable and spacious. The main sitting area was cozy and inviting. The weather was perfect for swimming the first week and perfect for hiking and bonfires and sightseeing the entire trip. The leaves were changing throughout our stay, so we got to see some fall color. Whale watching from Bar Harbor was the highlight of the trip as we spotted harbor porpoises, white sided dolphins, common dolphins, humpback whales, and even two right whales who are severely endangered. I recommend this property to anyone, whether adults or families with kids and pets. It is perfectly situated to easily reach Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and plenty of other destinations in the blueberry growing region or along the coast. Nova Scotia is also just a ferry ride away. It was a real downeast Maine getaway!

Nice quaint little cabin. Really looked forward to fishing in the rowboat or pontoon (both not available). Owner did not update that these were not available. Did have kayaks. Although we are seniors and getting the kayak down the steep hill would have been a challenge for us. The owner came through and his wonderful maintenance guy Lou got us a boat in the water so we could enjoy our week of fishing on the beautiful pond. Although we only caught small fish it was still great being on the water relaxing. Owner came through and we loved our stay. Look forward to coming back again.

This was my second stay at the Dodge's camp. My son, daughter, and I stayed for two weeks. The camp is well-equipped and comfortable. The addition of A/C, since my last stay 7 years ago, was welcome as there were several days and nights that were hot and humid. The lake was great for swimming. Located 45 minutes from Acadia Park and 55 minutes from Bar Harbor and Schoodic Peninsula, it's in a great location. The bathroom is small and the shower is very tight but serviceable. Overall, the camp is a typical Maine lake camp and a great place to stay.

My two sons, two dogs and I had a wonderful stay at the Dodge Lodge! The view is amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed kayaking the pond, though my son had zero luck catching any fish. This is truly a lodge in the woods about a half hour from civilization. As you might imagine, that has its pros and cons. If you're seeking to truly escape hustle-bustle, indulge nature, capture serenity and all its amazing views, this is your getaway gem! Our host Paul was beyond exceptional - extremely communicative!

My family of four (our kids are 13 and 9) just finished a two-week July vacation at the Dodge Lodge, our second summer coming to this camp. We enjoyed being on Molasses Pond for canoeing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, and viewing wildlife (bald eagles, loons, black ducks, mergansers, beautiful & harmless garter snake, red squirrels, dragonflies, and phoebes). As I mentioned in my review last year, this rustic, old-fashioned, lovely camp is full of character and soul. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking at home, and the two downstairs bedrooms have comfortably firm new mattresses this year. Knowing there was an air hockey table in the boathouse/shed, this year we brought along a new puck and two new handheld pieces for playing games, which we left as a gift to future kids staying there. (Pucks can fly off and get lost in the shed, so I recommend buying a few extras to bring with you if your kids will be playing.) The red tandem kayak, yellow solo kayak, and blue paddle boat all remain available for guest use, which we appreciate. We also appreciate having linens provided. Paul is a highly responsive, kind-hearted owner and I’m grateful for his good communication and helpfulness during what now add up to four weeks spent at Dodge Lodge during 2022 and 2023. I hope future guests will appreciate what this camp has to offer, and will care for the place and enjoy their time there, as we have.

We spent a fall week at Paul’s place. The place was just right for our family of 3 and we loved the location!

We had a wonderful time at the Dodge Lodge! Mr. Dodge was excellent to speak with he answered all of my questions and was very kind! The cottage itself was great, it was exactly as described and the views of the sunrises were unbeatable!!

We enjoyed a very peaceful and relaxing week at this quaint Maine camp. Beautiful sunrises and morning coffee on the porch, kayaking on the calm pond, and moonlit campfires. We found everything to be exactly as described in the listing. If you are expecting 5-star accommodations, this probably isn't the property for you. This is, however a very nice camp cottage with a full kitchen, electric, plumbing, and a full size water heater. Two main floor bedrooms with double beds were quite small with limited storage. Upstairs loft had six single bed bunks. As another review mentioned, the matress wasn't the most comfortable, but I believe the host mentioned plans to replace matresses next summer. Also, as mentioned in the listing and in other reviews, there is a ramp and stairs from the driveway to the cottage. This provided a bit of a challenge, as I'm a few weeks from knee replacement surgery - not impossible, but definitely something to be aware of for guests with mobility issues. The host provided excellent communication prior to our arrival and made an effort to get in touch with us during our stay to ensure that we didn't have any questions or issues. Centrally located and within an hour or two of a lot of things to see and do. We took day trips to Bangor, Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Camden, and Lupec. My husband is already talking about going back and taking another couple or our adult children with us next time. We definitely enjoyed our time at the Dodge Lodge.