We are writing to express our complete satisfaction with this wonderful property on Sebago Lake. We are a family of six, including three children, ages 8, 6, and 3, and a 9-year old Golden Retriever. Recently, we returned home from our annual family vacation, the third consecutive year that we have stayed at this property. It has become one of the highlights of our year.
The description and photos in the posting are accurate, if not understated. The cottage is rustic, but fully furnished and very comfortable with all the amenities of home. It easily accommodates our family and guests, and it is quite child and pet friendly, things that are extremely important to us.
That said, we do not rent the property for the cottage, per se. We spend nearly every waking moment outdoors. We rent the property for the absolutely beautiful beach just a few feet from the front door, the child friendly water access, and the stunning views. You simply will not find a nicer, more private or child friendly beach for the money. Frankly, the posted photos do not capture the essence of the property. My kids (and dog) spend all week playing on the beach, swimming back and forth to (and jumping off of) the large raft, and exploring along the rocks on the water's edge. Our last night culminated with us all wearing our headlamps and hunting for creatures; we successfully caught a frog, a fish, and nearly caught a crayfish!
The negative review of this property should be taken within the context of one's needs and expectations, which obviously differ from person to person. The owners do live next door. We are not intimidated or uncomfortable in any way by their occasional presence. In fact, we enjoy their family to the extent that we have shared a meal or two together over the last 3 years. They have a very friendly Golden Retriever, which is free to wander the property, as ours is during our stay, and that works out beautifully. We have never had a problem with their dog, or with the septic tank. We have seen ants, and we have even seen evidence that mice have visited, but neither are deal breakers for us. This is a rustic cottage in Maine! Importantly, the owners afford us ample privacy, while availing themselves to us if/when needed. We have never felt that the property was misrepresented.
We plan to spend our vacation at this property again next year, our fourth. We have unforgettable memories from our time here, and we anticipate this becoming a longstanding family tradition.