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Historic Lakefront Family Compound, 7 Cottages, 18 Bdrms, Sleeps 34+ ; Unique

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Kemankeag lake front
The white House
Property grounds
White house lawn
Evening Dip
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
18 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 34

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Rangeley, ME
  • Popular LocationRangeley Lake4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMooselookmeguntic Lake15 min drive
  • Popular LocationRangeley Lake State Park31 min drive
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)113 min drive

Rooms & beds

18 bedrooms (sleeps 34)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 10

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 11

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 12

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 13

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 14

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 15

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 16

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 17

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 18

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Toilet

Bathroom 9

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 10

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Lakefront Family Compound, 7 Cottages, 18 Bdrms, Sleeps 34+ ; Unique

Welcome to Kemankeag
A place for family.

Kemankeag is an historic lakeside camp located in the western mountains of Maine on the shore of beautiful, pristine Rangeley lake.
Kemankeag has 6 cottages and 17 bedrooms. A true family compound in old-school style, this camp easily sleeps 32+ in rustic comfort.
4 large cottages and 2 small intimate cottages with 2 kitchens, 3 living rooms, allow for large families to be together, yet still have plenty of space and privacy.
Kemankeag enjoys a beautiful sunny southern exposure on the tip of Bonney Point. Steps from the cottages, two swimming docks offer expansive lake access. The kids will swim all day!

No granite counter tops, no stainless steel appliances, this camp retains the simple amenities that have served the family well for decades.
Kemankeag is offered as "the whole camp", sleeping 32+. Individual cottages are not available.




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Lakeside yard
Private Waterfront With Beautiful Views Of Rangeley Lake
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym
10.0 out of 10, (17 reviews)
Private Waterfront With Beautiful Views Of Rangeley Lake

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time outdoors after 9:00 PM. Sound travels over water.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rangeley

Located in Rangeley, this holiday home is on a lake. Bald Mountain Trailhead and Cascade Stream Gorge Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rangeley Lake State Park and Rangeley Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rangeley, ME

What's nearby

  • Rangeley Lake - 4 min walk
  • Bald Mountain Trailhead - 11 min drive
  • Mooselookmeguntic Lake - 15 min drive
  • Rangeley Lake State Park - 31 min drive
  • Saddleback - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Furbish House Brewhouse & Eats - 11 min drive
  • Portage Tap House - 7 min drive
  • Parkside & Main - 11 min drive
  • Loon Lodge - 14 min drive
  • Pine Tree Frosty - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Lakefront Family Compound, 7 Cottages, 18 Bdrms, Sleeps 34+ ; Unique pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Lakefront Family Compound, 7 Cottages, 18 Bdrms, Sleeps 34+ ; Unique ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Lakefront Family Compound, 7 Cottages, 18 Bdrms, Sleeps 34+ ; Unique ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Lakefront Family Compound, 7 Cottages, 18 Bdrms, Sleeps 34+ ; Unique located?

This family-friendly Rangeley holiday home is located on a lake, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Rangeley Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mooselookmeguntic Lake and Bald Mountain Trailhead. Powder Dreams Ski Shop and Long Pond are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Camp kemankeag is an absolute gem, right in the heart of lake Rangeley
Rangeley lake is amazing and once your there it's all yours, and only to be shared with the loons and a handful of boaters from the area. Everyone we met out there were great and happy to talk about this amazing place. If your looking to really get away for some peace and quiet you won't find a better place than camp Kemankeag. The cabins where great and have everything you really need and having so many cabins available to us made it easy to step away for a minute from the other 32 of us we had there, lol. John was more than helpful and never a bother in the slightest, and if you have the chance to hang an chat a few you'll quickly learn how he loves this place and you can surly tell as you will to . Thank you for the great memories and we hope to come back again to this beautiful little slice of heaven.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Kemankeag
From the moment we reserved the property, JS welcomed us and was always available. We loved that each subgroup of our family had their own house or cottage to stay in. The views of the lake and proximity were super, as was the privacy. Town was close enough to provide any necessities we needed. Everyone from 2 to 77 were very pleased with this magical place. Thank you Jonathan!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing, that is all I can say.
Outstanding, wonderful and totally relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special Family Memory Making
Jonathan’s camp is such a special place! The location is perfect if you’re looking for a get away vacation someplace beautiful and fun for your large family or group. Jon is always available and gracious, and checks in regularly to see if you need anything. It is definitely rustic so don’t expect modern conveniences or luxurious furnishings. That said, you’ll have everything you truly need to have a fabulous time! Kitchens are very well equipped with everything from myriad kitchen tools to spices, microwave and four refrigerators. There’s lots of space to enjoy lawn games by the lake and two great docks from which to stage endless family water fun. Only cons I’d say are the remoteness as far as getting there, over two hours from the Portland airport and four hours from Boston, a little bit of an annoyance as family members from all over the country came and went during the week. And our 30 member family could definitely have used a few more bathrooms! But those were minor issues. Overall it was a wonderful family time in a special place and we made memories we will always treasure!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A magical escape to Maine
We had a wonderful time at a simply magical place called Kemankeag. We were looking for a property that would allow for space for multiple families that spanned ages 6-75. This was the perfect spot. It had plenty of space for everyone. We enjoyed swimming in the lake, sitting around a camp fire, watching sunsets, doing puzzles and most importantly, enjoying time together. There are so many spaces to curl up and read a book, relax on a hammock, catch a sunset or gaze at the stars. Jonathan was on hand to help with anything. He was so responsive from the moment I inquired until it was time to depart when our stay ended. He shared many great stories and was simply a wonderful person who made our stay extra special. We are so grateful for our time and enjoyed every minute. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan Stein

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Kemankeag is the vacation camp of a very large family and has grown over the last hundred years as the family grew. Starting as a "sport" fishing camp at the turn of the last century, houses and cottages were added as needed.

Kemankeag has never before been available to the public.

Why they chose this property

Kemankeag has been the private refuge of one family for 100 years. We are now able to share it with a few select families a year.

What makes this property unique

Kemankeag has space to spread out for a large family. With 6 cottages and 17 bedrooms, nobody feels crowded. We do not have large "bunk rooms".
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