Ski Castle | Your Private Fall Mountain Escape in Western Maine
Crisp mountain air. Brilliant fall color. Hot tub under the stars. Sauna after a day on the trails.
Welcome to the Ski Castle, a newly built, privately sited mountain retreat on 3 wooded acres in Newry, Maine. Designed for groups who want to explore western Maine by day and come home to something special at night, Castle Lodge comfortably sleeps 14 guests and gives you the space, privacy, and amenities to make a fall getaway feel like a true escape.
You're just 3 miles from Sunday River Golf Club, 2 miles from Frenchman's Hole, and minutes from Grafton Notch State Park and some of the best hiking and scenic drives in western Maine.
And when the day's adventures are over, you don't have to go anywhere.
Light the fire pit. Soak in the hot tub. Warm up in the custom sauna. Grill dinner on the deck. Pour a drink and watch the mountains change color as the sun goes down.
The best part of fall at the Ski Castle may be coming home.
Fall in Newry & Bethel
Autumn is when western Maine really shines.
Spend the morning hiking through brilliant foliage, explore waterfalls and mountain overlooks, take a scenic drive through Grafton Notch, or simply wander into Bethel for coffee, local shops, restaurants, and breweries.
Then return to your own private mountain retreat.
Fall adventures nearby
Grafton Notch State Park — 15 minutes: Hike Table Rock for panoramic mountain views, explore Screw Auger Falls, and discover some of western Maine's most spectacular fall scenery.
Frenchman's Hole — 2 miles: A beautiful natural swimming hole and waterfall that's especially scenic in the surrounding fall landscape.
Sunday River Golf Club — 3 miles: Enjoy one of Maine's most scenic golf settings surrounded by changing leaves.
Bethel Village — 8 miles: Restaurants, breweries, coffee, shopping, and local charm.
Artists Covered Bridge — 2 miles: One of Maine's most photographed covered bridges.
Mt. Abram Bike Park — 15 miles: Lift-served mountain biking and outdoor adventure.
Maine Mineral & Gem Museum — 8 miles: A great rainy-day stop or family outing.
Private pond — right outside: A peaceful place for morning coffee, wildlife watching, and dogs to splash around.
The Perfect Fall Evening
After a day outside, the Ski Castle gives your group everything you need to settle in.
Custom-built sauna
Private hot tub with Bluetooth speakers and LED lighting
Outdoor fire pit with wood provided
Wraparound deck with gas grill and griddle
Scenic private pond
Cornhole and yard games
Newly installed EV charger
Whole-house generator, so a power outage won't interrupt your getaway
Imagine coming back from a cool-weather hike, putting your feet up by the gas fireplace, then heading outside for a soak under the stars.
That's fall at the Ski Castle.
A House Built for small and large groups
The Ski Castle isn't simply a place to sleep — it's a place to spend time together.
The open-concept living area features floor-to-ceiling windows, mountain views, a gas fireplace, Smart TVs, board games, video games, and an arcade game.
The chef's kitchen is fully equipped for group meals, with a custom dining table, breakfast table, bar seating, and plenty of room for everyone to gather.
Every bedroom has blackout shades, and the home includes an in-unit washer and dryer.
Sleeps 14 Comfortably
Primary Suite — Top Floor
King bed
En-suite bathroom
Smart TV
Loft
Twin daybed
Private workspace
Yoga/exercise area
Bedroom 2 — Main Floor
Queen bed
Bedroom 3 — Main Floor
XL twin-over-queen bunk
Shared full bathroom
Lower-Level Bedroom 4
Two twin bunks
Twin trundle
Queen sofa bed
Full bathroom with tub
Wine fridge
Smart TV
Direct access to hot tub and sauna
Private, Peaceful & Dog Friendly
The Ski Castle sits on three private wooded acres, giving your group room to spread out and enjoy the mountain setting without feeling like you're on top of the neighbors.
There's a scenic pond on the property (perfect for your dog), paved parking for 6+ vehicles, and plenty of outdoor space for dogs and kids to explore.
Yes, we're dog-friendly.
Close to Everything — Yet Completely Secluded
Frenchman's Hole — 2 miles
Artists Covered Bridge — 2 miles
Sunday River Ski & Golf Club — 3 miles
Bethel Outdoor Adventure — 5 miles
Bethel Village — 8 miles
Maine Mineral & Gem Museum — 8 miles
Grafton Notch State Park — 15 minutes
Mt. Abram Bike Park — 15 miles
Private pond — on the property
Local Hosts. Personal Hospitality.
We're locals who know western Maine well and genuinely care about your stay.
We respond personally, walk every guest through check-in, and regularly visit the property to make sure everything is ready for your arrival.
The Ski Castle is independently safety-certified and stocked with quality linens, a fully equipped kitchen, and the toiletries you'll need from the moment you walk through the door.
No hidden fees. What you see is what you pay.
Come for the Foliage. Stay for the Ski Castle.
Fall weekends in western Maine don't last forever.
Come hike the mountains, chase waterfalls, explore Bethel, play a round of golf, take the scenic route through Grafton Notch — and then come back to your own private retreat.
The Ski Castle is where the adventure ends and the vacation really begins.
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