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SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND.

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The Point House on Moose Pond. looking up from the lake
The Pont House welcomes you
Exterior
Pencil Point

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Bridgton, ME
  • Place, Moose Pond
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shawnee Peak
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Story Land
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

bedroom #4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Master/ bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND.

WINTER
SKI & WALK HOME FROM PLEASANT MT EAST CHAIR! The Point House on Moose Pond is across the street from the East chair of Pleasant Mt. or a 1 mile drive to the Main Lodge. With plenty of storage space for skis and gear in the front entrance area, a detailed description of this 4 bdrm, 2 bath house that sleeps 12 can be found within this site. We will supply bed linens and bath towels. Lease is required/see attached to this page. Message with any questions.
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SUMMER
The POINT HOUSE is located right on the shores of Moose Pond. The property is a wonderful relaxing location for family and friends to gather. We rent for weekends/less than a week after Labor Day thru October. The property is not available for spring rentals. THIS IS A NON-SMOKING HOME. Dogs are welcome $100/dog. Cleaning is $250. additional cleaning fee will be assessed for longer stays. Linens and towels are not provided.
The property overlooks Moose Pond and has breathtaking views and the calming songs of the loons. The property offers ample space for children and pets to play. There is a picnic table and fire pit to enjoy meals and evening cocktails while watching the sunset and the moon rise. In addition to the bedrooms there is space for sleeping on couches (couches do not pull out). There is a rec room in the semi-finished basement with a pool table, foosball table and 2 couches. The Point House has natural steps on an incline from the house to the pond/point which is right out front. It is what we call "an upside-down house"...you enter the house on the bedroom level with stairs that go to the upper/living area and master bedroom. The Point House is within walking distance of the East Chair lodge of The Pleasant Mountain ski area and approx 1/4 mile from the main lodge for great hiking. There is a 75lb mushroom anchored boat mooring available. Boats can be launched via the public ramp on Route 302. There is a small PRIVATE, beach with a wonderful sandbar for great shallow swimming that kids will love. there is a raft further out for deeper swimming. There are a variety of golf courses. Bridgton is a great little town with many restaurants, shopping and a movie theatre. Our family has had many wonderful moments on Moose Pond and the Point House is the perfect place for our guests to enjoy the area. We invite you to view additional photos on the FaceBook page THE POINT HOUSE ON MOOSE POND



Keywords: SKI. PLEASANT MOUNTAIN, Moose Pond, Bridgton, Lake front, Family friendly, water sports, hiking, spacious,

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great shallow swimming off the sandbar
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Additional fee of $100./pet/week
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
WE DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING IN HOUSE OR ON DECK
Dog waste must be cleaned from the point, disposed into the woods. PLEASE do not leave dog waste bags loose in trash!! If dispose of waste bags in .
specific house rules and expectations in green folder in house. NO SMOKING ALLOWED IN OR AROUND HOUSE

Important information

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Property # 300844vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bridgton

Located in Bridgton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Rufus Porter Museum and Gallery 302 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shawnee Peak and Saco River Brewing. Travelling with kids? Consider Narramissic Historic Farm and Saco Valley Sports Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Bridgton, ME

What's nearby

  • Moose Pond - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shawnee Peak - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sebago Lake - 31 min drive - 40.6 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 38 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Story Land - 48 min drive - 56.6 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Queen's Head - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blizzard's Pub At Shawnee Peak - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Black Horse Tavern - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND.?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND. on 12 Jun, 2026 start from S$689, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SKI PLEASANT MT. BRIDGTON, WALK TO EAST CHAIR. SANDBAR SWIMMING IN MOOSE POND. located?

This family-friendly Bridgton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Moose Pond and Shawnee Peak. Pleasant Mountain is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Very relaxing with a beautiful view and property. The sand bar made swimming in the pond very enjoyable. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
So glad your visit was fantastic. The sandbar is fun for swimming. Come back to visit soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this home is perfect! Beth and her family were so accommodating, kind and communicative! We had a wonderful week to remember!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Rachel, we are thrilled you had such a great visit. Come back again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic property and the sandbar can't be best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2025
So glad you had a great week. You're right, the sandbar is fantastic. Hope you can come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merri S.

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

Nice waterfront property

We all enjoyed the sandbar beach, playing catch and football, and floating around. The morning dippers would've liked quick access to deep water, but the description was accurate. The shallow water meant it was a very comfortable temperature! We enjoyed the Adirondack chairs and firepit. The house is big with floor to ceiling windows and slidin!g glass doors onto decks that overlooked the waterfront. The kitchen is well stocked. Our host was very helpful and available whenever we needed something. We enjoyed our week there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2025
So glad you had a terrific visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Family Week

We had a great time at the house, the pond was perfect for the kids! It was warm and shallow for them to play in. The house was setup great for week away with 6 adults and 3 kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2024
Samantha, thank you for the great comments. We are thrilled you had a good time. Hope you can come visit again. All the best Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Moose pond house

Spacious, comfortable house on Moose Pond. Well-equipped kitchen. Large outdoor area by the lake with lovely morning sun. Sandy shallow area great for children. Short drive to Bridgton
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
So glad you all had a terrific time. Hope to see you again soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Peaceful and fabulous

We love this property and we’re so happy to return this summer. It’s a great spot for families! The water is so shallow it’s easy to let the kids go play in the lake while you sit and relax in the Adirondack chairs. House is comfortable and has everything you need. Great spot to unwind, unplug and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2023
Kimberly, thank you 😀 we are so glad you had a terrific week. Hope to see you again in 2024. Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

A relaxing stay with space for ever

My family had a wonderful stay at Point House in June. The house had plenty of flexible sleeping accommodations for all of us. We spent our days floating and kayaking in Moose Pond, playing board games on the screened in porch, and reading books on the decks. The house is conveniently located a short drive to the drive-in movie theater and shops in Bridgton. We saw loons on a daily basis and the dragonflies were our frequent companions on the lake. It was truly a wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much Julie. We hope you and your family will visit again soon Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

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

Great stay

Fantastic property and waterfront! We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I can’t say enough about how great the beach is, especially for a soon to be 21 month old. May have been a few older than that napping on the great float. Neighbors on either side enhanced the experience with friendly dogs to play with ours as well as just being friendly and nice people. Moose Pond is a great location, Pencil Point may be the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thank you Bob and family. We are thrilled you had such a great visit. Hope you will come back to see us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin O.

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

Family camp at Pencil Point

Our group loved the Point House. Plenty of space for our 2 families with 4 adults and 4 kids. The shallow sandy bottom swimming area was perfect for the littles just learning to swim. The beach/picnic/fire circle area was our favorite place to be. We brought extra hammocks to set up a hammock cove down by the lake. The kitchen is stocked and the grill was new. The screen porch is delightful. We got into the puzzles on a rainy day. Good hiking nearby. Looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
So thrilled you had a great week. We hope you will come back to visit. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Superb

We had an amazing week at The Point House. We spent every afternoon sitting in the shallow waters reading books or sipping cocktails while watching the kids play. Beth and her family were attentive and helpful. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We brought our paddle boards and enjoyed them every day. Also hiked Pleasant Mountain. Gorgeous! Can’t wait for next year’s visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2022
Thank you Kim and family. So thrilled you had a great week. Looking forward to your visit next year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

A great place to swim

We enjoyed everything about our visit—and our host was lovely and responsive. The best part was the beach and swimming for all of us. The grandkids could walk out on sand in a beautiful, large shallow area. Adults could swim as far as we liked along the shore. So appreciate that the family makes this property available through VRBO. I will add that groceries, boat rentals—pretty much everything was nice and close. Also, don’t miss the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum—wow. A terrific outing if you need a field trip day.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2022
Thrilled you had a fabulous time. Hope you come back soon
Verified

8/10 Good

CHRISTINE H.

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

Stairs were an issue for my husband.

Beautiful setting and spacious. Several stairs to the house and then to the lake. Pictures of the waterfront were a little deceiving. Not much of a Sandy beach. Maybe because water level was up? I would recommend if stairs aren’t an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review. I'm sorry the stairs became an issue. I did post pictures of the walkway to house, the water front and inside the house. The winter was hard on Pencil Point as I explained in an email prior to your arrival. We had multiple trees come down during storms which affected the water front. Thank you for visiting
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Perfect Maine Staycation- Quality Home- Exceptional Owners

This home is perfect got families and large groups . Lot's of bedroom configurations, options. Lovely art that felt personal to the family, left for guests to love as much as they do. Loved the screened in porch, high ceilings..and coveted the sauna for a winter stay. The kitchen had all we needed and more. Even without air conditioning mid summer the home was very comfortable, shaded by pines, lots of ventilation. Plenty of of deck seating for groups to gather quietly or together, lovely views. Easy to get to, peaceful. Wonderful sand bar for youngsters and deeper water floating dock. Loved the fire pit by the water. Thank you Beth and Family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2020
Thank you Barbara 🌞 glad you had a nice visit. Come back again, soon
Verified

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lake House

I stayed here with my partner, my daughter and her husband, two sons and grandson. We all enjoyed the house, the beach and the lake. We roasted hot dogs down by the waters edge fire pit. We enjoyed the house and the site. The lake edge has a sandy beach. The bed situation was not so good. Two queen sized beds were advertised but one is just a full. One single sagged badly. One full is lumpy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2021
We are glad you had a good week. Mattresses are on our shopping list for 2022 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

We had a wonderful time! The beach is excellent with very clear water. The large sandbar was perfect for my 3 year old grandson. They also provide beach chairs and a table which was a nice bonus. My son brought his bass boat and enjoyed fishing. The screen porch was a wonderful place to eat meals and relax, without mosquitoes. The decks provided beautiful views for adults and probably older children. However, it’s not a safe place for young active children. Luckily there is the screen porch. Hiking is only a few minutes away and was fabulous. The only issue for us was the humidity in the house. We are very sensitive to humidity and the weather was extra h
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2024
Ann, we are so glad you had a great time even with the heat. Sadly, i wish we had control over the weather. Take care and thank you for choosing The Point House. Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Great vacation on Moose Pond!

This property was perfect for our family's needs. Grandkids really enjoyed the safe, shallow sandy swimming area and dock. Bedrooms worked out great for all of us. Plenty of hot water for showers and laundry. Master bathroom is accessible from the kitchen and master bedroom which was a definite plus. Screened in porch was perfect for listening to the loons every night. Bridgton was very convenient for grocery and other shopping. Everyone hiked jockey cap in Fryeberg- highly recommended. The covered stairway from the parking area to the house was unique and just cool! Be prepared for quite a workout between these stairs, the house, and the path down to the beach. We hope to return next year, that says it all. Thanks Beth!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2023
Thank you Paul for the great review. Glad you all had a great week and we look forward to hosting you again. Dock?? Just to be clear to those who read this review...we don't have a dock but we do have a raft 😀 I tried to get as clear a picture as possible to accurately show the walkway to house and path to water. Take care and thanks. Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Z.

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

Great Week!

We stayed here during the Fourth of July week! It was myself, my husband, my 2 children (7 and 5), my brother, his wife and their son (18 months) as well as our 2 dogs. The description was completely accurate - there are a lot of stairs but the description states this explicitly. There is also no beach (again completely accurate description!) however the area (shallow sand bar which is great for families with younger kids) where you swim is very shallow and the three kids had a ton of space where they could stand and play. My two older children loved the jumping dock - my husband and brother could walk all the way out and stand the whole time which was awesome! Beth was absolutely fabulous and incredibly responsive - she actually ended up staying next door (her nephew owns the house next door) for a few days; they had very friendly dogs as well! We had an amazing time!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2024
Ashley, we are thrilled that you all had a great week. Thank you for the terrific comments. We hope you'll come visit The Poin House again. All the Best, Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul d.

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

Fun family vacation

This house was the perfect size for our family of 6 adults & 5 kids. Not only the sleeping accommodation's, but also the spacious living room and dining table. The screened porch provided a nice separate area for reading & game playing. At the swimming area the sandbar provided a large shallow wading area for the younger kids. Beth was very responsive when we had questions and communication was very easy. The only comments I would provide to older vacationers are regarding stairs & lighting. I am of retirement age and was ok with the many stairs, but individuals with mobility issues may not be as comfortable. That being said, we have rented many Maine lake homes and the elevation change between the parking area, house & waterfront is a common feature. Lighting in the common area for late night reading wasn't very bright and my old eyes benefited by having a reading light. Overall, we had a very nice family vacation and all family members were happy staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Perfect Location for Little Kids!

My family recently rented the Point House and it was a perfect location for little kids. We had six adults, and three kids under the age of 4. The house was very spacious and had plenty of room for us to eat dinners either on the screened in porch or at the big table in the living room. The house has an amazing deck overlooking the lake and also has a rather large yard with nice pine trees right by the water's edge. The private beach was perfect for our family of little ones since we did not have to lug beach chairs and toys back and forth-we simply left them down by the beach area. The beach itself was beautiful-it was all sandy and the water was crystal clear-the water was very shallow, up to an adult's knees for about 30 yards which allowed the kids to explore the water and have an amazing time! The place is also pet friendly-we own a yellow lab who spent the entire time swimming at the beach with us! Bridgton has an adorable town and is only 30 minutes away from Storyland and North Conway. We would definitely return to the Point House and the owner was a pleasure to work with!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Melissa and family, We are thrilled you had such a terrific time. Pencil Point and The Point House are truly a very special spot. Hope you come back to visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Great spot for families and pets!

Wonderful stay at Pencil Point on quiet Moose Pond. Town is close (10 min drive) with all your needs - grocery, coffee shops, ice creams and restaurants - so very convenient. Hiking is a 10 min walk down the road and Conway outlets are a short drive (30 min). Property itself is comfortable - plenty of room for guests and kids. Sandy and shallow beach which is fantastic for families with young children. Didn’t see another spot with a sandy beachfront like this anywhere on Moose Pond. Home has a well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. Kitchen is a little dark but under cabinet mounted lighting helps put quite a bit. Do be prepared to get your steps in - the house is on a hill and you walk down the property via a beautifully built terraced /covered deck and then you walk down from the house to the water as well. Not hard, but you definitely walk up and down a bit. We often packed a cooler and beach bag to bring with us to the water so we weren’t going up and back throughout the day. We hope to visit again - it’s a special, serene and beautiful spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2022
Lauren and family Thank you for picking the Point House for your vacation. So glad you all had a great time. Hope to see you next summer Beth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

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

Cleanest lake ever

We were a group of all ages staying for a week. We enjoyed it. Lots of pros. The cleanliness of the lake, clear sandy bottom, and shallow water made for the best lake experience of my whole life. The house was large. The kitchen was well equipped. The basement with the pool table was nice and cool and a helped keep kids busy. Couple things to be aware of as a prospective guest. 1) there is no AC. The listing does not have this as an amenity and we should have paid closer attention as it was a challenge. There are fans, but you may want to pack some additional fans as some of our visitors ended up bringing more with them to help stay cool. The week we were staying was particularly hot, so it may not be an issue all the time, but the kitchen especially was tough. (The grill is a nice new Weber and a must for needing to cook outside-so that was a big plus.) 2) The beach in the photos is not exactly the beach available to guests of the home. There is a very small section available but access is a somewhat steep few steps down the banking. There are roots and rocks. Not easy for little kids. The flat sandy beach belongs to the neighbors. The beach is marked by a post w/ pink ribbon which we were shown when we got there, but we thought from the photos that it was bigger. These things probably would not have prevented us from renting, but just want to be clear for folks who may be interested in these things specifically. Neighbors and house very dog friendly. Nice stay. Thanks Beth!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2024
Erin, so glad you all had a great week. YES the beach has changed tremendously over the years and i will make a point to update our picture again and info. We are very clear, as you mentioned, that we do not have AC. Enjoy the rest of your summer and we do hope you’ll vist again
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marianne S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting but...

The positives of this cottage are-the setting. It would be hard to find a more beautiful outdoor setting than the one this property offers. It's truly stunning from the campfires on the beach to the easy water access to the views. Other positive-the owner. Beth was helpful and present any time we contacted her. She wanted things to be perfect for us and was friendly and amenable. The decks-there are decks on every floor of this cottage AND a great screened in porch for eating. Loved those features. However, the negatives are that this cottage needs some BIG TIME UPDATING! As rental property owners ourselves, we know people can do damage. But there were just too many things that needed to be cleaned and updated from the furniture to the bathrooms and kitchen (poor drainage in downstairs bathroom, flickering lights in upstairs bathroom, light bulbs out all over the place, need new shower curtain liners, etc.) I could go on. Second negative-the downstairs rooms which are a bathroom and two bedrooms, were very musty smelling. Some in our group with allergies could not go down there. The basement mustiness made it impossible to use (so if you have an exceptionally large group and plan on using it for sleeping, you may want to reconsider). While we spent most of our time outside or on the decks, the inside, even for a 'cottage' needs some big time updating-many of the things being very simple to take care of. It has a feeling of benign neglect. Our family had a terrific time at this chalet. We even brought our boat and docked it to the pier. We would have loved to rent again but the consensus of our group was the inside just didn't work for us. Fresh paint, updated lighting, new plumbing accessories, etc.nps we rent a place every summer and like to go to the same place if it works out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb, 2021
Thank you for your comments. We appreciate the feedback. Many of the items that you have mentioned are on a list that we have. We try very hard to tackle something large on the list every year. New couch for living room and paint are a priority for spring 2021. I am sorry that your visit to the Point House was not as you expected it to be. It is an older lake house. Visit our site in a year or so and take a look at the improvements. We hope you will consider another visit. All the Best
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous

We had a wonderful vacation at Pencil Point last week. The property was described perfectly and we were not disappointed in any way. The sandy beach is perfect for a toddler and the shallow water to the floating dock is wonderful for kids of all ages. The canoe was fun and the Pond is a wonderful place to paddle around. The screened porch is an added bonus for outdoor space when it rained. I would give this 5 stars and would gladly go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2021
We are thrilled you had such a wonderful visit to The Point House and Moose Pond. Here's hoping you come again 🙂 Many Thanks
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Fun spot!

We had a great time at Pencil Point House. The kids loved the beach, the canoe, and jumping off the raft. The camp was clean and comfy, although better lighting for reading is recommended in the living room. Everything you need for cooking is in the kitchen, the beds were comfy, and the balconies have a great view of the pond. Beth is very friendly and attentive to any needs you may have. The walk down to the water may be a bit treacherous for 70+, as my parents had to be very careful with the exposed roots and stairs. It is, however, a camp, and that’s what was expected. We also had fun by the camp fire and were sad to leave! Also the pool and foose ball table in the basement were a huge hit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2021
We are thrilled you had a great time and hope you will come back again. Thank you for lighting input in living room...helps to hear what might be needed. All the Best

About the host

Hosted by Beth Dwyer

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Our family has been coming to Moose Pond for 5 generations. Now that we all live in different parts of New England, Moose Pond seems to be the place that we come to be together as a family.

Why they chose this property

The family loved the location on the Pond for water sports and the closeness to Pleasant Mountain for skiing.

What makes this property unique

The Point House is a wonderful lakefront home with unique frontage on Moose Pond. The Home has spectacular water views and usage. Fall is a magnificent time of year to be in Maine when the lake changes color. No matter the season, the Point House is the perfect place for your next vacation!

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