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Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available

Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available

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Experience a stunning vacation
The View!
Families have choices on multiple levels to relax and play games
Enjoy an evening fire
Enjoy morning coffee on the trex deck with mahogany drink rail for sunsets

Overview of Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available

10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6154 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Shapleigh, ME
  • Popular LocationSquare Pond1 min walk
  • Popular LocationActon Fairgrounds9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMousam Lake11 min drive
  • AirportLaconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bonus sleeping/relax

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available

You won’t want to leave!

OK, you plan to get away to Maine with your family, kids and friends—we are open all 4 seasons. You want to escape the pace of everyday life. No airports, no congestion, no crowds. You just want to relax. Coffee in the morning on the deck and campfires in the evening. Clean water, kayaks and games. Ready, set—-we got you covered!

Book early. Pack your bags. Near the end of a mile long single lane dirt road(well maintained year round), you will find a secluded waterfront home situated in a quiet cove on coveted Square Pond (nearly 900 acres —5 miles of water)with expansive deck above a cascading, terraced lawn down to the waterfront. Crystal clear water for boating, swimming and fishing awaits. Sleeps 6 with two baths. Quiet and relaxing. Docks(2)and kayaks (4)and paddle boards available in the summer season. Modern home with WiFi and televisions. Westerly view with afternoon sun. Sunsets!!

First Question—Will you enjoy the evening sounds of loons?

Second question—Will you see the majestic flight of the residing Bald Eagle?

Come —-find your answers.

Property manager

Allan Krans
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If launching a boat at the public launch—size matters due to the small size of the culvert— thoroughly clean off vegetation.
Respect neighbors, especially after dark. Noise travels over water. No large parties, gatherings or events. Maximum 21 day rental.
No use of Owner’s boat.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Shapleigh

Located in Shapleigh, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Province Lake Golf Course and Woodland Valley Disc Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Square Pond and Mousam Lake. Acton Fairgrounds and Bowl A Rama are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

What's nearby

  • Square Pond - 1 min walk
  • Acton Fairgrounds - 9 min drive
  • Mousam Lake - 11 min drive
  • Great East Lake - 13 min drive
  • Lake Winnipesaukee - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Iron Tails Saloon - 9 min drive
  • Willy's Ale House - 7 min drive
  • Thurston and Peters Sugarhouse - 11 min drive
  • Shapleigh Corner Store - 5 min drive
  • Ted's Fried Clams - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Square Pond and within 6 miles (10 km) of Acton Fairgrounds and Mousam Lake. Great East Lake and Balch Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
What a lovely, extremely comfortable, well-appointed home! The kitchen is filled with everything you might need for cooking, including counter space, The master bed is very comfortable, with an adjustable heated mattress pad! All around, there are thoughtful supplies and stylish surprised to enjoy. And the view is beyond breathtaking! Allan, our host was extremely helpful - beforehand in making sure we'd be prepared for a Maine winter, and during, when I had some questions. We will absolutely be back.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Life in Maine
We usually stay on the coast but decided to try a lake adventure this summer. This house was beautiful and clean, with everything we needed. What we enjoyed the most: kayaking, swimming off the dock, peaceful coffee with the view in the mornings, and starry skies with the campfire at night. The lake community was not very welcoming, but the house definitely was! We were close enough to the shore to get to the beach (about an hour). Ice cream, mini golf, and amazing antique stores are not too far away either. Allan was so helpful and kind, and if you get to meet Peter, consider yourself lucky! Thank you for the wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay!
The hosts are helpful, friendly, and responsive. Their home is clean and comfortable complete with nice bonuses like: A/C, a well-stocked kitchen and a dishwasher. The best part is obviously outside. Swimming in the clean water is so refreshing. One cannot beat the view off the deck in the late-afternoon. I hope to be back in the future. Thanks for a wonderful and relaxing week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful get-away
Our family stayed at the Krans' cottage for a week, and had a wonderful time. The house is well stocked with what you might need, and the landscaped lawn is absolutely gorgeous and relaxing. Our kids (7-13 years) enjoyed the paddle boards and the outdoor games, and on the days that it rained, the house was comfortable and plenty of games and activities to keep everyone occupied. Thank you so much for the lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just not enough time
Perfect location on Square Pond for an enjoyable stay with family and friends - clean, comfortable, and with all the amenities that you will need. There is something for everyone - whether you just want to float, hangout in the dock area, take out one of the kayaks for a tour of the lake, or just hang out on the deck, or in the AC cooled house. Allan was very helpful and communicative through the entire experience, from booking to checking out. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Allan Krans

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We are a large multi- generation family in New England with family ties to Minnesota. We are direct descendants of Nicholas Doe who emigrated from England to Dover NH in 1662. Later in the mid 19th century, descendants moved to Maine to work in the timber trade—migration to Stillwater Minnesota to continue in timber work followed. In 1978, we returned to Dover NH and in 2019, we returned to Maine.

We gather often to celebrate, relax, create memories, and enjoy life. Choose our lake home for your next vacation.

Why they chose this property

We are committed to assisting you. We hope you enjoy your stay. A recent guest wrote in our Journal as follows: “I have tears in my eyes as I write because it is our last full day and we don’t want to leave. “All the comforts of home with the serenity of the lake at our fingertips.”

What makes this property unique

Not all water bodies are the same. Choose carefully. Square Pond is one of the cleanest water bodies in the region. Big enough for boating; calm enough for kayaks. Enjoy either of our two docks for charcuterie, laughter and sunsets. Make family memories.

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