Lakefront With A Beautiful View!
About the property
- House1651 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 - 7 nights
Beautiful home nestled in the pines on a peaceful lake in Casco, Maine
Beautiful home in Casco, Maine with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Tucked away in the pines overlooking the water, it's a great getaway destination for any season. Enjoy 160 feet of waterfront on Parker Pond, a large, clear lake deep enough for boating, but much quieter than busy Lake Sebago. The home includes three floors of living space, a fireplace and a fully stocked kitchen. Large windows and a 22 foot ceiling complement the spacious wraparound deck on the main floor. Look out over the beautiful lake, take a canoe to the island and look for loons, jump off the swim dock, fish, or just relax with friends and family...
In the winter, our location is excellent for cross country and downhill skiing, snow tubing and more. Shawnee Peak Ski Resort is 30 minutes west and Sunday River Ski Resort is an hour north. There's nothing better than coming back to a beautiful view and a warm fire after a day outdoors.
The house is equipped with fast Wifi for all of your internet needs, and the TV includes Chromecast to easily stream videos (like Netflix or Hulu) or photos from your phone or tablet.
There's lots to do, and we'll provide you with details on places to go and things to see - such as where to find great restaurants and groceries or what fun festival might be happening around town. Go 5 minutes down the road for ice cream, apple picking, wine tasting, or hiking. 15 minutes away you can ride go-karts, play mini golf, check out other lakes and beaches, go horseback riding or tour the area in a sea plane. The house is also only 45 minutes from Portland or Freeport, Maine or North Conway, NH - all great day trip destinations.
Now booking for Summer 2017! Please note that during July and August, weekly rentals begin Sunday at 3pm and end Sunday at noon.
Owner
Lawren Quigley-Jones
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- May 19, 2018
Why Lawren Quigley-Jones chose Casco
We bought this house because it feels like vacation the moment you step onto the property - maybe it's the stunning view and huge wraparound deck or the large windows and fireplaces, but it's relaxing and rejuvenating every time we visit.
What makes this House unique
The house is fairly close to Portland yet you get a unique feeling of privacy. The gorgeous lake is large with crystal clear water, and never crowded like other lakes in the area. You may see someone in a kayak or a pontoon boat from time to time, but the neighborhood is nice with large lots and people who live there year round. The house has 145 feet of water frontage and is surrounded by tall pines, giving it privacy and a feeling of floating in the trees.
Amenities
- Internet
- Fireplace
- TV
- Kids Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 11 king, Top floor, carpeted with slanted ceilings and large closet
- Bedroom 22 twin/ single, Main Floor - 2 Twin beds with large closet
- Bedroom 32 twin/ single, Main floor - 2 twin beds with small closet
- The main floor has two bedrooms and the main bathroom, the top floor has one large bedroom with a huge walk-in closet. There is an additional queen/full size pullout couch bed downstairs with a fireplace, water view and walk out deck. Beds have mattress covers and comfy 3 inch memory foam mattress pads. Bedding includes white sheets, comforters and quilts to snuggle under.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower, Main floor
- Bathroom 2toilet, combination tub/shower, Lower Level
Location Type
- Lake ViewThe view of the lake is beautiful, bordered by tall trees and westward facing so you can watch the sunsets.
- LakefrontThe house is nestled into a hill overlooking the beautiful Parker Pond. The crystal clear lake covers 167 acres and is 20 feet deep, excellent for swimming and boating.
- RuralThe quiet dirt road is about 0.3 miles from Rt. 11, so you get the feeling of being out in the woods with the convenience of easy access.
- Water ViewKeep an eye on the water and watch for loons.
- WaterfrontWalk out the door down to the water in a few seconds and enjoy the private dock and swim dock.
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- FireplaceFireplace and an outdoor fire pit
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- InternetFast Wifi and Chromecast streaming
- Iron & Board
- Linens ProvidedSheets and towels are provided for up to 6 guests
- Living RoomLiving area on main floor and large living area on lower level
- ParkingPrivate driveway - compressed gravel, holds up to 4 cars
- Towels ProvidedSheets and towels are provided for up to 6 guests
Kitchen
- Coffee MakerCoffee maker, coffee grinder, sugar, dry milk, coffee, cocoa and an assortment of teas are provided
- Dishes & UtensilsLarge assortment of dishes, pots and pans, and glassware
- Dishwasher
- KitchenFully stocked, including appliances like a blender, mixer, waffle-maker, food processor, stir fry wok, toaster, coffee maker, automatic can opener
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry ItemsAssortment of spices and basics like baking soda, sugar, flour
- Refrigerator
- StoveElectric stove
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningDining area next to kitchen, picnic table and benches on the large deck and lower deck
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- TelevisionWith Chromecast to stream videos from your phone or tablet
- Video LibraryWe have a nice DVD collection for rainy days
Outside
- BalconyMain floor wraparound balcony feels like you're floating in the trees
- BoatA free boat launch into Parker Pond is available. Boat and jet ski rentals are available in Casco and Naples.
- Deck / PatioLarge wraparound deck on the main floor, and another large deck on the bottom floor
- GolfPoint Sebago Resort is a nationally acclaimed 18-Hole championship golf course, only 8 miles away
- Kayak / Canoe2 canoes with paddles. Take a picnic out to the island or paddle down to the end of Parker Pond. You can easily continue into neighboring Pleasant Lake and explore there as well.
- Lawn / GardenThe house is on .67 acres of land with tall pine trees and oaks. The yard slopes down to the water.
- Outdoor GrillPropane grill, plus a natural rock outdoor fire pit - perfect for cooking hot dogs or roasting marshmallows
- Ski & SnowboardSki or snowboard at Shawnee Peak or Lost Valley (30 minutes away) or visit one of Maine's top skiing destinations, Sunday River (1 hour away)
- TennisTennis courts in Casco are free to use
- Water Sports GearAn assortment of floating toys
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Attractions
- playground
- festivals
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- library
- restaurants
- theme parks
- water parks
- winery tours
- zoo
Leisure Activities
- photography
- antiquing
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- miniature golf
- outlet shopping
- paddle boating
- bird watching
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountain biking
- cross country skiing
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- ice skating
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- cycling
- rock climbing
- sailing
- skiing
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
- swimming
- water skiing
- whitewater rafting
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
14 Reviews
Latest reviews
Quiet spot, nice house and location looking over the lake.
Heavily wooded location on lightly developed lake, well removed from main road so no road noise and nice view of lake and forest beyond.
Had great time at lake house with family and friends. It is a beautiful, quiet setting.
The house was clean and inviting. If it were my house I would have swept the cobwebs out of the eaves and off the deck. Some outdoor lights didn't work. Neither I nor a techie relative could get the TV or the DVD to work. Would like to have had a banister (for seniors) going down to lake. But the overall setup and location made up for the minor deficits. There was a beautiful fireplace but it was too warm to consider using it. Aquatic equipment was more than adequate to enhance utilization of the lake.
Great Time at the Lake
It sure does have a great view! Four from Philadelphia stayed the week of August 4, The lake is great for swimming and very quiet. We swam out to both islands which is a fun adventure. The canoes are really easy to use. Easy to get in and out since there is a little beach area by the dock. The main floor deck really does give you a great view, like your suspended in the trees. It's a nice walk at a pretty steep hill to get down to the water but no one in our crew had any accidents but you better have good knees. The fire pit is really nice also and lots of fun. We didn't have much luck fishing but the loon seemed to be doing ok. There is no washer/dryer so plan ahead. There is also no cable or satellite TV if that is important to you. The home does need a little TLC/refresh. The picnic table on the main deck is not in the best shape and the one on the walk out deck is not useable and there were no inflatables other than the canoes. All in all we had great weather and a great time.
A peaceful pond, loon magic and activities nearby
Our family of 2 couples and one single adult stayed here quite comfortably in mid July. We were pleased to find the kitchen fully equipped, including a coffee grinder and waffle maker. Sleeping arrangements provided us all with privacy as each couple or individual occupied a different level. The mattresses were quite comfy, even the sleep sofa in the basement gave us a fairly good night's sleep. But the gem of the house is its bird's eye view of the pond and the wrap around deck. That is where we ate our meals, read, and just relaxed. The hemlock forest gave us the feeling of being in the wilderness and screened us from the neighboring homes on either side. The beautiful huge stone fireplace, the centerpiece of the living space, begged to be used, which we did even though the night temps were comfortable. And the sound of the loons every night was enchanting. As canoeists, we enjoyed the small size of the pond with no more than one or two motor boats cruising around at any one time. With the temps in the upper 80's most of the week, we took full advantage of the dock to swim in the crystal clear waters. This is a great family vacation home though not for the physically disabled due to the steep path to the water.
If you're looking for more activities, Naples is only 4 miles away. There we played mini golf at Steamboat Landing - a fun course with a Maine theme and lots of shade. The wild mushroom ravioli at Merced's Italian restaurant was excellent, and the Seaplane Adventures tour gave us a terrific view of the lakes and mountains in the area. Naples also has a marina with jet ski and boat rentals, a river boat cruise and more. The Songo Lock, a few miles further down the road, is also an interesting historical site that shouldn't be missed. Though my husband and I were content to stay in the local area, our children found the 45 minute drive to Portland convenient for a taste of the ocean, shopping, and more dining options.
In summary, this property is a peaceful lakeside retreat with options for other activities nearby. We look forward to returning again!
Awesome property.
We had a great 4th of July weekend at this awesome home. The lake is beautiful. We enjoyed using the canoes that were provided. The home is about 15 minutes drive to town and there are several places to eat close by, many offering delicious lobster rolls!
Very spacious property. The kitchen could use some upgrades/updates.
Overall a gorgeous place and superb location! We are definitely going back next summer!
A pleasure!
Great stay and super spot!
Location
Maine's Lake Region with dozens of beautiful lakes and hills, small towns with shops and restaurants, under an hour from Portland, Maine or North Conway, NH - both amazing places to visit. Just a few minutes from the house you can enjoy apple picking, a local winery, shopping, antiques, restaurants, lovely lake beaches, golf, go karts, tubing and snow tubing, ziplines and more.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
For summer: the weekly discounted rate applies to standard weeks starting and ending on Sunday. Additional nights can be added at the standard rate if you'd like.