Location: Raymond Cape, Sebago Lake, Mountains & Lakes, Maine, USA (Raymond Cape is 30 Miles from the Portland Jetport.)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Very private, modern home is available for 9 month or vacation rental for the first time. This 2 acre, beautifully landscaped property has a large, flat lawn which is surrounded by fall color that reflects on the lake. The property has a 2 mile view of Sebago's open water to the south and sunset views to the west. This home is a perfect fall and winter property. The open concept great room is flooded with sunshine from sunrise to sunset and has a floor to ceiling wood fireplace, which, along with the the natural oak woodwork and floors, projects a ski lodge feel. Watching the wildlife in the fall or the snow coming down in the winter from the 15 ft high windows facing the lake will put you in a dream-like world. This property provides very accessible fall and winter serenity. You can enjoy hiking, cross country skiing or snowshoeing practically from your door. Downhill skiing is within 20 miles.
The 2,700 sq ft house has recently been remodeled. The master bedroom suite on the top floor has a king-size bed, skylights with blinds, a large dressing room with closets and built-ins, and a full bath. The kitchen, office, mudroom, and great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace are on the middle floor, which is surrounded on 3 sides by windows and a large deck. The lower floor has a family room, 2 bedrooms, a computer room, a bath with double sinks and a shower, and a private ground level deck. This floor is perfect for a second couple or older children.
This property is 8 miles from shopping, dining, bar-hopping or movies. Freeport or North Conway, NH outlet shopping, nationally-famous Portland dining, and the Jetport are less than an hour away.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Built in laundry area with shelving. Paper products and cleaning supplies included.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Top quality linens include bath rugs and shower mats in addition to towels and sheets to fit all size beds.
- Garage: 2 car garage with storage.
- Off Street Parking: Large, paved driveway
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Large lawn area includes special space for boat trailers.
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: TV and VCR in built-in entertainment center in great room. Portable TV available for family room or master bedroom.
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Glass-top stove with double oven, Bosch dishwasher, large refrigerator with automatic icemaker, large microwave. Tap water from 800' well is Poland Spring quality. No need for bottled water.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Dishes and bake ware in addition to pots and pans, silverware, glasses, and kitchen utensils.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: Large wrap around deck on middle floor and private, ground- level deck off bottom floor.
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Very private lakefront with southern, 2 mile view of Sebago Lake. Great room has a 180 degree view. Water, garden or wooded views from every room.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sep 015-July 2 . $250/night . $1500/week . 3 night minimum
Discounts for 4 people or less; significant discounts for
extended stays; 7% sales tax
$500 deposit; forfeited if cancellation within 30 days
$100 cleaning fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1998
I was born in Maine and have lived in the state all my life. My husband, John, is "from away" or the Boston area but has lived in Maine for 40 years. According to "Mainers", he can never be considered a native though! We are retired but John continues to work part-time as a safety consultant to food manufacturers.
Why the Owner Chose Raymond Cape
Actually, this house was our year-round home for the last 10 years. It is being rented this year for the first time.
Fall and winter on "Big Sebago" are just as magical as the summer. In the fall the wildlife and natural beauty become the focal point. As you drive down the Cape Road, the color in the fall is comparable to most anywhere in Maine. To be on the lake is an added plus.
The Unique Benefits of this House
The privacy and serenity of this property can not be matched, yet it is very convenient to Portland as well as many fall and winter sporting locations.
Raymond Cape is a 5 mile peninsula that juts into the middle of Sebago. Our house is close to the end of the Cape. When you drive between the brick pillars at the entrance of our property, it's like driving onto a small estate. You can barely see the neighboring houses through the trees. Because the house is at the end of the road, if you see 2 cars a day, that's a lot.
Our house is modern but with Maine touches like natural oak woodwork, including the beams across the cathedral ceiling in the great room. We now live 8 lives away, so if there is anything you need, you only need to call. We hope you enjoy a bit of this year's Maine fall or winter in our special house.
Property Photos
- The quiet beauty of winter at this lakefront home - Raymond Waterfront House on Raymond Cape
- Fall view of the lake from driveway - Raymond Waterfront House on Raymond Cape
- Frozen lake from greatroom deck after a winter sunset - Raymond Waterfront House on Raymond Cape
- Looking from greatroom across the bar into the kitchen; hall to office/den
- Gorgeous fall colors and lake from the greatroom
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