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Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH

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Exterior
Exterior
Brand New Counter Top
Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

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New Vineyard, ME
  • Place, Porter Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Nordica Homestead Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Maine - Farmington
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1st Floor

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs #1

1 Double Bed

Upstairs # 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH

Skiing, Fishing, ATV, UMF, FMH - Located 40 minutes from Sugarloaf USA, 14 Minutes to Farmington, and under 4 minutes to the lake beach, this cozy cape is nestled in the little village of New Vineyard, ME. It has been freshened up with many modern updates while keeping the old-fashioned charm. The kitchen is loaded with everything you may need! Plenty of fresh linens and a washer/dryer! 3 bedrooms and 1,200 Sq Ft. Sip your coffee on the balcony off the kitchen or look up at the stars around the backyard firepit. We will even start the basement woodstove and make the house warm and cozy before you arrive! The perfect place to relax and refresh!! Check out our reviews!! (If you want to stay during a time we have personally blocked out, please send us a message and we will see what we can do. Nightly price applies to up to four people. Small fee for one or two extra people over four.)
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please have children be respectful of the home.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Trash to basement
Wash dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2535705vb
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

New Vineyard

Located in New Vineyard, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The Nordica Homestead Museum and Farmington Historical Society’s Titcomb House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ski Museum of Maine and Maine Huts & Trails. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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New Vineyard, ME

What's nearby

  • Porter Lake - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Nordica Homestead Museum - 12 min drive - 18.0 km
  • University of Maine - Farmington - 14 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Powder House Hill Trails: Flint Woods & Village Woods - 14 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Kennebec River - 20 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Elephant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Carrabassett Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rib - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Country Delight - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bea Balm Herb Patch of Maine - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, Cozy Getaway - Near Skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV, UMF, FMH located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Porter Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of The Nordica Homestead Museum and Bonney Woods. Farmington Historical Society’s Titcomb House and Powder House Hill Trails: Flint Woods & Village Woods are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ming B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfy house good for a ski trip to Sugarloaf
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is very clean and organized and really cozy. Easy to locate and the hosts are very nice and helpful if there is any problems they are great! stocked very well in kitchen, bathroom and easy to use the kitchen too.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, friendly owners. Wonderful cozy home. Clean and beautiful. Owners very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Home was warm, cozy and very welcoming. Hosts were friendly and very accommodating. Can’t wait to visit again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski trip

Great central location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

This is a perfect spot. Beautiful little house. Everything you need. 15 min from UMF and downtown Farmington. Kathy and Chip are excellent hosts. We’ve stayed here 3 times and I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another perfect trip!

Once again, Chip and Kathy have provided us with a key ingredient to any perfect vacation: a home away from home! Maine is so beautiful, and there cabin makes a great home base.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2023
Chip & Kathy enjoyed having you folks once again and hope to see you next year!! Liz P.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Stayover

Great accommodations from Chip and Kathy. In addition, they live nearby which is great in case anything pops up. Wood stove was already on when we arrived which was warm and cozy. House is right off of Rt 27 with about a 30 minute ride to the Sugarloaf base lodge. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The fall viewers were amazing. The house was great and super cute and Chip and Kathy thought of everything that you would need to enjoy your stay! They are so kind, thoughtful and we had a great time visiting with them too! Would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The house is actually more roomy than the pictures appear. It has an open kitchen/dining room area that is quite large. Comfy beds and accurate listing. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

douglasmonroe

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, great owners

If you’re looking for a Maine getaway in the woods, close to Sugarloaf, Diadema golf course, Farmington this is the place for you. Owners are great, pie is excellent, property is clean and well cared for. Highly recommend.
Stayed 58 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bastiaan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

Lovely house, with warm owners. Great place to relax or return to after a day of outdoor activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house.

Great location. Comfortable and cozy. Excellent kitchen. Quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home away from home

Beautifully kept little home with plenty of space and awesome kitchen and front porch. Short distance, a couple hours, to everywhere we wanted to go
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski trip

Took the kids skiing over school break.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2023
Chip and Kathy really enjoyed having you folks! Come again next year!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and comfortable house

We loved our two nights here. The bed linens (particularly upstairs) were very comfortable and the kitchen was convenient with everything you need. The bathroom was nice and the shower strong. We didn’t meet the owners but texted with them and they were very accommodating about what we needed to do at checkout (not much). We recommend this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and cozy

This was our second time staying here. Clean, quiet and cozy. Everything you could need. Kathy and Chip are very receptive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location for UMaine Farmington Graduation

Cathy and Chip are wonderful hosts! Liz is a terrific communicator. We rented the VRBO while we enjoyed our daughter's graduation from UMaine Farmington. The house is cozy, neat, well laid out and perfect for our stay. Thanks for making the weekend memory-filled!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday

Came for a sStar Trek themed birthday party.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Vineyard, ME

We had a nice stay. The layout if the house is nice with a long front room with kithen at one end and dining towards the other. It keeps people together. I like having a "TV" room off the main area to keep it separate. Chip and Kathy were welcoming hosts and kept the fire going in the woidstove.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dulce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great visit to Maine

Booked this cozy home in New Vineyard because it was close to the areas we wanted to visit. Perfect stay. Great communication with hosts, clear instructions. Home was spotless, comfortable, warm and well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a cup of coffee & tea and cook meals. Also enjoyed the fire pit and making smores! Because this house sits a little higher than the others nearby, it gives a great view to all the beautiful fall foliage all around. Another bonus is it is very close to Porter Lake and Farmington. We would definitely book this home again. The hosts are very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in New Vineyard

We enjoyed our stay at Chip and Kathy‘s home in New Vineyard. The house was nicely furnished, clean, well organized, and had everything we needed. Chip and Kathy’s hospitality was above and beyond! We really enjoyed the beach at Porter lake, but we also commuted to Belgrade Lakes, Rangeley Lake, Flagstaff Lake and even the southern coast of Maine. If you’re in the area, give this place a try. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. Thank you, Chip and Kathy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much to see, so little time!

We had a lovely time in New Vineyard, the location although remote was close to so many amazing places to see.... some of our favorites were Rangeley, Quill Hill & Moxie Falls. New Vineyard was quiet with no real business' but within 20 to 30 minutes civilization and great restaurants surrounded us. We loved the place clean quiet and lots of room to work. Our days were uninterrupted for work and late afternoon/evenings for new adventures. We will definitely be visiting again! Thank you Kathy, Chip & Liz
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meadow W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful adventure!

We went to New Vinyard to view the total eclipse. Chip and Kathy, our hosts were wonderful and warm. The house was perfect for the four of us. We rode around to other towns in the area, up the mountain, and across a famed wire bridge that bounces when you put on the brakes. Our nephew and three others came up to sit outside with us to view the eclipse. We all had an amazing time. The little village store was great for pizza and incidentals. By being in New Vinyard, we avoided the huge traffic jams after the eclipse.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountains are Magic

We had so much fun in New Vineyard while staying at this house! We came to cross country ski at Maine Huts and Trails and also the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center trails. Both were so much fun! The hosts were so hospitable! They were actually so nice and easy-going, it was like we were already friends lol. They said when we come back, will all have to hike together. There is an amazing view at the top of a mountain called Jacob’s Look that you can walk to from the house. We also took the one child with us sledding on a huge hill down the road from the house. It’s right across from Poland Spring. You fly! I can’t say enough good things about the house, the hosts, and the location. It’s magic! Go!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2023
Thank you so much!! Chip & Kathy really enjoyed having you all!!! Hiking together next time sounds fun!! Liz P.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Hinds

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I grew up in the small town of New Vineyard Maine and continue to live in the area with my husband Chip. I am a finish carpenter and love working on a variety of projects. Chip and I work mostly together which is a joy to both of us. I enjoy hosting friends and family at our home and near by cabin. We are really excited about opening up my Grandmother's former home and pray that it will be a blessing to all who stay here! We like to be as disconnected as possible to the craziness of the world around us and do not feel the need to have a computer or email address; so we have asked our friend Liz P to host this property for us online and take care of the technology side of things. Chip & I will be available by phone and in person while our guests are at this property to help you with any needs or questions you may have. We look forward to getting to know you through our guest book or in person and hope that you enjoy this peaceful, cozy home! - Kathy

I also have grown up in Maine and not far from New Vineyard. I have been working part-time in real estate for 5 years. I also manage a few rental properties for some out of state, mutual friends. I was excited when Chip and Kathy asked me to manage the technology side of their Vrbo property! As a full-time wife/secretary and mother I enjoy this variety of small part-time jobs that allow me to provide a little extra income for our family as well as the time to take care of my family. My husband is also a carpenter and has worked with Chip and Kathy on projects throughout the years. As their long-time friends we can attest to their warm hospitality! You will enjoy your stay here and the opportunity to unplug and unwind! - Liz P

What makes this property unique

There are a multitude of benefits to this property! Even though we have just added wifi... Vacation is a great time to relax, rest, fellowship, laugh, talk, and re-connect with the people right in front of you! You could even cook together with a fully equipped kitchen! Stay for a while and use our washer and dryer! Tell stories and roast marshmallows around the firepit! There are ATV and snowmobile trails right near the property! Skiing 40 minutes north! Swim at the town beach just a few minutes away! Hike some of the mountains nearby! Come unwind and check out the possibilities of restful quietness or nearby activities!

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