(87B) Portage Lake Municipal Seaplane Base – Lake Landing Cabin, The Fishing Shack
Portage Lake, Maine, United States
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Portage Lake, Maine, United States
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✈️ Land. Unplug. Welcome to Fly-Inn at The Fishing Shack. 🌲🛶 Located just minutes from (87B) Portage Lake Municipal Seaplane Base, The Fishing Shack offers pilots a true North Maine escape where waterfront tranquility, outdoor adventure, and rustic comfort come together. Land directly on Portage Lake and walk straight into your stay at this cozy cabin retreat tucked beneath mature trees along the water's edge. This is a TRUE Seaplane Pilot's Fly-Inn, where your aircraft can remain nearby while you enjoy Northern Maine. Whether you're arriving for world-class fishing, paddling the peaceful shoreline, exploring Maine's vast trail systems, or simply unwinding by the fire, this is the kind of destination that reminds you why you fly. Inside, you'll find a comfortable bunk room featuring: 🛏️ One Twin-over-Twin Bunk Bed 🛏️ One Twin-over-Full Bunk Bed 🍳 Well-equipped kitchenette featuring: ✅ Propane stove & oven ✅ Refrigerator ✅ Microwave ✅ Coffee station 🔥 Propane gas log stove for winter comfort ❄️ Window air conditioner for summer stays 🚿 Access to two private full bathrooms located in the shared bathhouse 🪵 Complimentary firewood 🛶 Complimentary kayak use 🌅 Covered porch overlooking the water ✈️ How Do You Get Around Once You Land? One of the unique advantages of staying at The Fishing Shack is that adventure can literally begin at your doorstep. Many guests spend their stay enjoying the lake directly from the property, but if you'd like to explore more, ATVs and snowmobiles can be delivered directly to the cabin. 🏔️ ATV Rentals 📞 Ride North Recreation ❄️ Snowmobile Rentals 📞 The Sled Shop / Mountainside Powersports 🚗 For guests looking to explore the surrounding communities, nearby towns such as Ashland, Eagle Lake, Fort Kent, and Presque Isle offer restaurants, shopping, fuel, grocery stores, local events, and attractions. 🌲 Things To Do Around Portage Lake Northern Maine is one of the last truly wild places in the Northeast, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration. 🎣 Fish Portage Lake 🛶 Explore by Kayak 🦌 Wildlife Viewing 📸 Photography 🌲 Explore the North Maine Woods 🚵 ATV Adventures ❄️ Snowmobiling 🥾 Hiking & Nature Walks 🏌️ Portage Hills Country Club 🚤 Allagash Wilderness Waterway 🛍️ Shopping & Dining After a day of adventure, return to your covered porch overlooking the water, gather around the fire, watch your seaplane resting nearby, and enjoy the quiet beauty that makes this part of Maine so special. ✈️ Fly-Inn and Stay Awhile.🏡 The Cabin
ATVs can be delivered to the property for your stay.
207-532-4381
Snowmobiles can also be delivered directly to the property during winter months.
207-764-2900
Known for excellent fishing opportunities and beautiful scenery, Portage Lake is a favorite destination for anglers throughout the year.
Launch directly from shore and paddle along quiet coves, undeveloped shoreline, and peaceful waters.
Watch for moose, deer, bald eagles, loons, foxes, and other wildlife that call Maine's North Woods home.
Sunrises over the lake, seaplanes on the water, wildlife, and endless forest landscapes create incredible photo opportunities.
Discover millions of acres of forest, scenic roads, remote lakes, and wilderness areas that make Northern Maine famous.
Access Aroostook County's extensive ATV trail network with hundreds of miles of riding opportunities through forests, lakes, and mountain terrain.
Winter transforms the region into one of the premier snowmobile destinations in the United States, with groomed trails stretching throughout Aroostook County.
Enjoy peaceful walks through Maine's forests and experience the quiet beauty of the region.
Spend an afternoon golfing at the area's scenic 9-hole course overlooking the surrounding countryside.
Take a day trip to one of Maine's most iconic wilderness destinations, famous for paddling, wildlife, and remote beauty.
Nearby communities such as Ashland and Presque Isle offer local restaurants, grocery stores, shops, fuel services, and everything you may need during your stay.
Orientation
Pattern
Left, Left
Dimensions
Surface
Condition
N/A
Lighting
None
Fuel
Parking
Mooring at the house
CTAF/UNICOM
122.9
Hours
You don't need a vehicle here!
Note: Rental ATVs and Snowmobiles can be delivered to our location, to be arranged by the guest. For ATVs contact Ride North Recreation at or 207-532-4381. For snowmobiles contact The Sled Shop/Mountain Side Powersports at or 207-764-2900.
Use: public | Elevation: 560 ft
Orientation: | Pattern: Left, Left
Dimensions: 7000 ft × 2000 ft | Surface: Water
Condition: N/A | Lighting: None | Fuel: no
Parking: Mooring at the house
CTAF/UNICOM: 122.9 | Hours: 24/7
Ground Transportation: You don't need a vehicle here!
Guests
5
Bedrooms
1
Beds
4
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Important guidelines for your stay
children are allowed, must use a PFD if using kayaks
must coordinate with owner
Minimum Stay
1 day
Maximum Stay
30 days
pet fee is per pet per night, please clean up after your pet
Short-term stays
Guests receive a full refund if they cancel 14 days or more before the scheduled check-in time. The Host doesn’t get paid for the booking. Guests receive a 50% refund if they cancel between 14 and 7 days before the listing's check-in time. No refunds within 7 days of the listing's check-in time.
If the Guest cancels after the check-in time, the Host will be paid for each night the Guest does stay, plus 1 additional night, plus 50% for all additional nights the Guest did not stay.
Long-term stays (28+ nights)
Guests receive a full refund if they cancel 28 days or more before the scheduled check-in time. The Host doesn’t get paid for the booking.
If the Guest cancels after the 28-days-prior point, the Host will be paid 100% for each night the Guest does stay, plus 100% of 30 additional, unused nights. The Host is paid 100% for all of the remaining nights if fewer than 30 unused nights are left on the reservation when the Guest cancels.
Cancellation policies vary by booking duration. Please review carefully before confirming your reservation.
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Bathrooms
2.0
Rooms
2
Check-in Time
14:00:00
Check-out Time
10:00:00
Dwelling Type
Cabin
Distance from Runway
0 Miles
Size
300 ft
outside only
Children: Allowed (Infants: 5-15, Children: 5-15) | Pets: Allowed ($25/pet)
Parties: Allowed | Smoking: Allowed | Stay: 1-30 days