Location: Bethel, Sunday River, Mountains & Lakes, Maine, USA (3 miles to ski area, Portland, ME is the nearest airport)
Accommodations: House, 10 Bedrooms + Den, 10+ Baths (Sleeps 28-38)
Keywords: Luxury vacation rental home, reunion home, group vacation rental home, sunday river rental home, wedding venue
Welcome to Ski-Esta! a luxury rental home designed for large, extended family vacations located in the beautiful mountains of the Sunday River area of Maine. Whether you come to ski, snowmobile, hike, fish, mountain bike, golf or to enjoy any of the many other year round activities, our home is the perfect place to experience it all! Book now and enjoy the many resort quality amenities that we have to offer:
• Swim in our INDOOR HEATED POOL with built in spa;
• relax in one of (3) multi-person STEAM ROOMS;
• watch a movie in a cinema quality HOME THEATER ROOM;
• enjoy our CHEF's DREAM KITCHEN with its 60” Wolf dual fuel range;
• seat 40+ in our formal dining room and adjacent kitchen;
• watch a movie in a cinema quality HOME THEATER ROOM;
• relax in the hot tub on our 50 ft. high ROOF DECK;
• enjoy the main deck FIRE PIT;
• 2 full office set ups & WIRELESS HI-SPEED INTERNET throughout;
• DOG SHOWER. Book Now! This spectacular home will exceed your expectations!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Climate control in each bedroom!
- Linens Provided
- Washer (4)
- Dryer (4)
- Garage : 4 garage bays
- Off Street Parking : Parking for an additional 7 - 8 cars
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace (5)
- Beds
- King Bed (8)
- Bunk Bed (4) : 3 sets of Pyramid bunks with full bed on the lower bunk and one regular bunk bed set with two twin beds.
- Convertible Bed (5) : 4 sleep sofas, 3 in the master suites and one in the rec room 1 sleep chair in bunk room
- Child Bed (2) : 2 sleeping platforms in bedroom 5
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath (4)
- Private Hot Tub (4) : Roof top deck, main deck, lower level plus a spa in the indoor pool
- Sauna (3) : 3 multi person steam rooms -- 2 are showers
- Cable/Satellite TV (9) : Every bedroom has its own TV with cable. Main master bedroom also have a tv in the bathroom. Rec room has two tv's (one large screen and one small sports TV), each of the two great rooms have a large TV
- DVD (9)
- VCR
- Video Library
- Video Game Console : Wii with Guitar Hero
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Private Pool : HEATED -- INDOOR -- YEAR ROUND
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2) : Top Level kitchen has 60" dual fuel range, 60" kohler Pro sink, built in Meile coffee machine, two additional prep/bar sinks, 2 Dishwashers, two under counter refrigerators, Robo Coupe food processor, commercial quality blenders, etc. Lower level kitchen is fully equipped with 28.5 cubic foot refrigerator, stove, microwave, Dishwasher and many other extras.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (3) : Two 28.5 cubic foot side by side refrigerators, one 18 cubic foot refrigerator in the rec room kitchenette, and two under counter beverage refrigerators in the main kitchen.
- Dishwasher (3) : Four dishwashers in total: 2 in the main kitchen, one in the lower level kitchen, and one in the rec room kitchenette.
- Microwave (3)
- Ice Maker (3)
- Catering Available : In house chef is available on request
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill (2)
- Deck/Patio : Over 4,000 square feet of outdoor living space -- roof top deck!
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Full view of Sunday River's 8 interconnected peaks! Majestic views of the mountains from all vantage points!
- Communications
- Telephone (10)
- Free Long Distance
- Computer (3) : There are 12 computers in total in the home -- the bedrooms are equipped with HP media center smart touch computers which act as both a TV and computer.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- INDOOR Heated Pool w/ built in spa-waterfall-automatic safety cover, 3 multi-person steam rooms, dry Sauna, home theater room, 5 fireplaces (three in bedrooms), 4 laundry rooms, 2 fully equipped offices, 7 custom showers, body jets, foot spa, fire-pit on the outside deck, dining room seating for 28 (two tables)on one level and 14 on the other, gourmet kitchen with built in Meile coffee system and 60" dual fuel range, top of the line electronics, superb rec room with two tv's and built in kitchenette, roof top deck w/ hot tub.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : We even have a dog shower! No cats please. Other pets -- please inquire.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Wheelchair ramps into home and 3'0' door access into all common areas and one master suite.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Early Winter 11/19/10-12/09/10 .. $1,500/night mid-week .. $1,900/night weekend
Winter 12/10/10 -4/ 5/11 .. $1,900/night mid-week .. $2,300/night weekend
Spring Skiing 4/ 6/11 -4/24/11 .. $1,500/night mid-week .. $1,900/night weekend
Spring 4/25/11 -5/26/11 .. $1,400/night mid-week .. $1,800/night weekend
Early Summer 5/27/11- 6/16/11 .. $1,700/night mid-week .. $2,000/night weekend
Summer 6/17/11 -8/19/11 .. $12,500 per week -- full week rentals only
Late Summer 8/20/11 -9/8/11 .. $1,700/night mid-week .. $2,000/night weekend
Fall Foliage 9/9/11 -11/03/11 .. $1,900/night mid-week .. $1,500/night weekend
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- SkiEsta and views of all 8 of Sunday River's peaks! - Bethel, Maine Vacation House with a Heated Pool
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- Ski Esta, South Elevation (facing Sunday River Ski Area) - Bethel, Maine Vacation House with a Heated Pool
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- Indoor Pool With Built in Spa, Toddler Ledge, Waterfall, Automatic Safety Cover - Bethel, Maine Vacation House with a Heated Pool
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- Kitchen as viewed from dining room
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- Great Room with custom masonry fireplace; 65" LCD TV; Dining Room seats 28
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- Lower level master bedroom with sliding door access to patio and hot tub
Traveler Reviews (43)
Guest: Becky 7
(Bethel, ME)
Date of Stay: 05/24/10
Review Submitted: 05/24/10
We took our Senior Class to Ski Esta for their Senior Gala which is hosted by our Alumni Association. From hors d'oevres on the deck to guitar hero in the game room, everything was perfect. One of our Seniors claimed it was the best event he had attended in his four years at Gould. Thank you, Sophia and Walter, for a perfect venue at which to hold our event.
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Guest: Aubrey2
(Maine)
Date of Stay: 05/11/10
Review Submitted: 05/11/10
This was the most perfect long weekend ever!! We started out by getting married at the covered bridge and then had the reception party at the house, our guests are still talking about the outstanding accommodations and the best wedding they've ever been to! We had out family stay with us for the weekend, it the perfect place to gather everyone at. Plenty of space and activities for all! Everyone loved it...so much so, that I think the next wedding in the family is going to be planned for here too!Thanks Sophia for all the awesome pre-stay communication! Thank you to your staff for a beautifully, clean and well maintained home. I give it the best ratings and recommend it for everyone!
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Guest: Priscilla Dorman
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Date of Stay: 05/10/10
Review Submitted: 05/10/10
I certainly want to congratulate you and Walter for creating such a luxury home. Our group was reluctant to leave when Friday arrived and left with wonderful memories to share with colleagues and friends. Please accept my sincere thanks for your generous donation for our retreat. Our group is already putting together details for the annual 20th retreat to be held the last week of April or the first week in May of 2011. If you and Walter would like to consider another form of donation for rental of the home to the group for next year please let me know, they’ve already indicated SkiEsta is where they want to meet... Priscilla DormanExecutive SecretaryPenquis PO Box 1162Bangor, Maine 04402
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Guest: Arden2
(Philadelphia, PA)
Date of Stay: 03/26/10
Review Submitted: 03/26/10
The house is fabulous!!! We stayed at Ski Esta back in February during the big snowstorm (it snowed the entire time we were there!). There were 35 of us in the house, and at no point did it ever feel crowded. The house is gorgeous and has the most amazing views of Sunday River. We couldn't have asked for anything better! The house has everything (and more) you could ever need/want. We are already trying to plan our next trip!Sophia was also wonderful to work with. She was able to answer any question that I had and was so helpful during the planning process.
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Guest: Karen Davidson
(Woodmere, NY)
Date of Stay: 03/25/10
Review Submitted: 03/25/10
We had a fabulous time at the SkiEsta home with my children and grandchildren. The house is a reflection of excellent taste, very high end details, every specialty feature a house could want and an exceptiona artistic slant. All the little thoughtful details made it feel like we were visiting a best friend's home. The sleds and sliding toys, the videos, games, books, DVDs,even an electric car for the kids, I've never been to a rental house that was so well equipped and so thoughtfully stocked. The staff member who helped us,Holly, was the best right hand I have ever worked with and I only regret not being able to take her home with me. Thank you again for sharing your lovely home with us and I hope we can book time next year with you.Best Regards Karen
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Guest: Teresa Sanfilippo Malfitano
(Braintree, MA)
Date of Stay: 03/09/10
Review Submitted: 03/09/10
AMAZING! MAGNIFICIENT! BREATH TAKING VIEWS! DREAM KITCHEN! There were 38 of us staying there. Never a dull moment. So much to do, so much fun. The house is incredible. We will be going back again next year. Sophia was a pleasure to deal with.
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Guest: Nicole Rowe
(Hermon, ME)
Date of Stay: 03/06/10
Review Submitted: 03/06/10
This house is AMAZING! I only wish I had more money to spend a longer time here. I will still close my eyes and remember the views and restful thoughts whenever I need a 5 minute vacation. Someday soon I would love to return to your beautiful Maine paradise.
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Guest: Neil Peden
(Manchester UK)
Date of Stay: 02/28/10
Review Submitted: 02/28/10
We returned last week from a truly fantastic holiday at Ski Esta near Sunday River Ski Resort in Maine . There were 30 of us over from the UK and the Middle East and on the Wednesday evening we were joined by a further 15 friends who were staying locally for a celebration dinner. The age range was from 7 to 53 and there really was much for all to do .Hard skiing during the day and much relaxation in the evenings . We have rented properties many times before usually in France and Ski Esta " trumped " them all . Many Thanks to Sophia ans Walter for your kind assistance in helping the whole trip come together . We certainly hope to visit again !! :-)
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Guest: Katie L.
(Bangor, ME)
Date of Stay: 02/14/10
Review Submitted: 02/14/10
This house is amazing! Our group takes a vacation every year in the best house we can find, and we are already planning on returning to Skiesta next year. I can't decide which was better, the view from the roof top hot tub, having a huge pool all to myself first thing in the morning, or the steam shower in my bathroom with 10 showerheads! The kitchen is set up to feed an army. We had everything we needed to cook and feed 25 people. And the built in cappuccino machine was my favorite. With so much to do in the house we never even made it skiing!! Everyone is still talking about the heated toilet seat with numerous wash & dry options:-) Sophia was extremely accomidating and easy to get ahold of by phone. She was very helpful and happy to answer all of our questions. I can't wait to vacation at Skiesta again!!
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Guest: Matt70
(Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 02/10/10
Review Submitted: 02/10/10
Just took a long weekend at SkiEsta, and it was incredible! Jaws dropped as each arrival walked through the front doors. Group members went to the mountain Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and we had nice weather (but cold). Luckily, there was plenty of space in the hot tubs, sauna and heated pool to warm us up! Saw a nice sunset from the rooftop hot tub Sat evening. Enjoyed the massive dining area, and the multiple large screen HD TVs to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday evening. Plenty of recreational activities around the house with the pool table, chess set, and games provided. Impressive collection of bedrooms and bathrooms as well, true luxury. We are already hoping to plan a return trip next year. Thanks for a great stay!
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