Best Cabin Camping near Manchester, ME
Cabins at Jellystone Park near Androscoggin Lake and Augusta West Kampground provide rustic overnight accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Most cabins include electricity, refrigerators, and basic furniture, with sleeping arrangements typically offering one queen bed and additional bunk beds for families. Bathrooms may be included in premium cabins while more basic units require guests to use campground facilities. Many sites include outdoor fire rings and picnic tables for cooking and dining. Belgrade Bungalows offers a more secluded cabin experience with trash service available but limited other amenities. "We rented a one room cabin that was perfect for two who flew in without camping gear. Fridge, coffee pot, microwave and AC. One queen bed and a bunk bed made for comfortable sleeping and a fire pit was even included," one camper shared.
Options range from tiny log cabins to spacious family-sized layouts. More to Life Campground, Martin Stream Campground, and Birches Lakeside Campground all offer cabin rentals with varying furnishing levels. Reservations are recommended, particularly during summer months when most locations operate from May through October. Pet policies vary by location, with some sites like Augusta West Kampground allowing pets in cabins while others restrict them. KOA-style cabins at Augusta/Gardiner KOA provide more standardized amenities including electricity and outdoor areas. A recent review noted, "The owners are quality people, the seasonal folks are super nice, the facilities are lovely. The cabin was cozy but had a microwave, coffee pot, and fridge (no need to worry about ice)."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. While basic cabins may only have electricity, more furnished cabins might include microwaves, coffee makers, and mini-refrigerators. Cooking facilities vary widely, with some cabins offering indoor kitchenettes while others rely on outdoor fire pits or communal cooking areas. On-site camp stores at Jellystone Park and Augusta/Gardiner KOA provide basic supplies, though most visitors bring groceries from larger towns. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations, saving campers from transporting their own. Cabins without indoor plumbing are typically located near shower houses and restroom facilities.
