Location: Bethel, Sunday River, Mountains & Lakes, Maine, USA (Approximately 60 Miles from Portland, Maine) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Picture yourself in this beautiful, very well-kept and clean home with three floors of living space. You come home from a day of skiing, and enjoy a fire in the fireplace while wrapped in a throw and watching a movie. Meanwhile, the kids are downstairs playing games and watching T.V. If you want, fix dinner for everyone in the fully equipped kitchen and everyone can eat together in the dining room, which is open to the kitchen. When it's time for bed, snuggle under the comforter knowing that everyone is going to get a good night's sleep in quality beds and bedding.
First Floor:
The first floor contains a kitchen with island and breakfast bar. The kitchen is fully equipped, including pans, baking sheets, mixer, lobster pot, knife set, and much more. The dining room is open to the kitchen and can accomodate ten people for dinner. The living room has a wood burning fireplace, cable TV and DVD player. The first floor bedroom has two twin beds. There is a full bathroom on the first floor as well.
Second Floor:
The second floor has the Mission Bedroom with a queen size bed, reading alcove and library table. The Buttercream Bedroom has a queen size bed and two twin beds. There is a large full bathroom on this level. Both bedrooms measure 18' x 15'. The bathroom measures 9' x 8'.
Lower Level:
The lower level has a game room with air hockey/pool table and darts. There is an office and the family room which has a queen size sofa bed, love seat, cable TV, DVD player, stereo, dining area and plenty of room to store gear. The Family Room measures 29' x 12 1/2'. The Game Room measures 13' x 10'. The office measures 10' x 6 1/2'. Additionally, there is a ski box right next to the back entrance. The house has wireless internet access.
All bedrooms have dressers, big closets and each bed has reading lamps. The towels and linens are of good quality. Most of the furniture is barely over one year old and is of good quality.
All utilities, heat and driveway plowing are included in the rental. In addition, the owners live nearby and can be very responsive to any questions.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: There is a window unit which we install for the summer. The ceiling fans in each bedroom do a great job, and there is a box fan as well.
- Washer: There is a laundry room on the lower level of the house which has a washer and dryer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Enjoy the comforters on each bed. There are plenty of quality linens provided, including extra sheets, pillows, pillow cases, blankets and throws. Plush bath towels, beach towels and kitchen towels are provided.
- Off Street Parking: The driveway provides parking for several cars and is plowed in the winter. The entrance to the house from the driveway leads conveniently into the kitchen.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: Relax in the living room with a wonderful fire in the fireplace. All firewood is provided for you.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: You will enjoy "a long winter's nap" in these beds. Both queen beds have luxurious comforters and extra pillows in matching shams, with soft blankets and beautiful sheets. Even the queen sleeper sofa in the family room is a treat. It has a wonderful soft comforter, blanket, pillows and sheets.
- Twin/Single Bed: Yes, they are twin beds...but there is no lack of comfort here. The twins are outfitted with the same care as the queen beds - quality comforters, color coordinated blankets and sheets. And an extra - a throw on each twin bed for added comfort.
- Convertible Bed: You will be ever so comfortable on the queen sleeper sofa in the family room. With its own set of quality sheets, blanket and wonderful comforter, you will get a great night's sleep in this bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: The two T.V.'s (32" in the living room and 38" in the family room) are connected to Time Warner Cable. Each has a DVD player and there is a small DVD library.
- DVD (2)
- Video Library: We have a small DVD library which contains movies and TV show DVDs. Most are rated "P" or "PG".
- CD Player (3)
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: This fully furnished kitchen (should you want to cook) features a side-by-side refrigerator equipped with filtered water and ice, a dishwasher, oven with smooth[top range, and a built-in microwave. The kitchen also features a coffee-maker, 2 toasters, mixer, and a trash compactor. There is a set of pans, glass bakeware, muffin tin, cookie sheets and much more!
- Cooking Utensils Provided: There is a lobster pot, measuring spoons and cups, bakeware, gas grill set, graters, complete knife set, and much more!
- Refrigerator: The large side-by-side refrigerator features in-door ice and filtered water dispenser.
- Dishwasher: Enjoy the convenience of a built-in dishwasher.
- Microwave: The built-in microwave is over the stove.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Conveniently located next to the deck and around the side of the house from the kitchen, this new gas grill is large enough to handle your grilling needs.
- Deck/Patio: The deck is right next to the side entrance and right next to the gas grill. There is a table with seating for four. The table holds an umbrella for shade. Around the deck are tiki torches for that added ambience.
- Communications
- Telephone: Two telephones with local phone service are included for your convenience.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wireless internet service is provided throughout the house.
- Other Amenities
- Views of the mountains start on the road in front of the house and continue as you travel into town. Look to your right and see Mount Washington and the Presidential range spread in panoramic splendor. In front of the farm down the road, look back and you can see the trails of Sunday River ski resort. Birch Haven is in a wonderfully wooded setting, set back from the road and surrounded by trees and a rock wall.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Please inquire about bringing your pet. We would be happy to consider that possibility.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): With wide hallways and stairwells, a first floor bathroom and bedroom, this home is a possibility for handicapped patrons. There are four steps up to the side entrance of the house.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): With a wide hallway, a first floor bathroom and bedroom, this home is a possibility for wheelchair patrons. There are four steps up to the side entrance of the house.
- Kid Friendly: This house welcomes your kids. The lower level is a great place for kids, with the game room, T.V./DVD family room, some toys and games provided, and even a table and chairs for eating or playing games and doing crafts. Let them enjoy the downstairs while you enjoy a fire and a movie in the living room.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We will not rent to those under 25 without parent or guardian present.
- Smoking Not Allowed: This is a non-smoking property.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Ski Season Spectacular!!!
$125 any night through the end of March!! (Three night minimum.)
Weekly: $875.00
Monthly: $3750.00
This rate includes the Maine lodging tax and the cleaning fee.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Bethel/Newry Rental Ski Home, Sleeps 10, Sunday River
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Bethel
We live in the Western Mountains of Maine and love all that this area has to offer. We knew that this home would be attractive to visitors because of its location, the interior layout, and its great condition.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We make it a point to stay at the house several times a year. We do this because the home is very comfortable, and we love the neighborhood. There are great walking trails right outside the door, the neighborhood has access to the Androscoggin River, and the cross country ski trails are right next door.
Cross country ski right next door. The trails go around Swan Hill with beautiful views.
Get fresh produce, meats, flowers and eggs right next door at the farm stand (open seasonally).
Birch Haven is 11.5 miles from the base lodge. It takes 15 minutes to get to great skiing!
Owner's Map of Bethel
My husband and I have been involved in renovating real estate for 20 years. We bought this property, finished the basement to contain a family room, game room and office and then decided to rent it out to vacationers. We love hosting visitors to our area. We take a great deal of pride in the beautiful and very clean home we can offer to people. In addition, we live locally and can be very responsive to questions you have while here.
Property Photos
- Birch Haven in Winter - A Snowy Paradise! - Bethel Birch Haven Mountain Retreat House with Game Room
- From coffee in the morning to dinner for everyone after skiing - it's easy here! - Bethel Birch Haven Mountain Retreat House with Game Room
- Watch a movie while relaxing in front of the fire! - Bethel Birch Haven Mountain Retreat House with Game Room
- Casual elegance you deserve - queen bed, reading alcove, library table, dresser
- Game Room with Pool/Air Hockey Table, boom box, darts
- Buttercream Bedroom with queen and two twins, dresser, large closet, lamps.
- Family Room w/queen sleeper sofa, love seat, cable T.V., DVD, stereo
- First Floor Bedroom w/two twin beds, dresser, bedside table and large closet
- Second Floor large bathroom with tub/shower
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #263760
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