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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12209 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Shapleigh, ME
  • Mousam Lake
    17 min walk
  • Rock House Ice Cream
    20 min walk
  • Wells Regional Transportation Center
    35 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    51 min drive

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Welcome to THE NEST, HotTub/Sauna/Rock Haven Lake access

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (1)
The price is CA $319
per night
CA $551 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Welcome to THE NEST, HotTub/Sauna/Rock Haven Lake access

About the area

Shapleigh

On lake.You'll find Mousam Lake and Acton Fairgrounds within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Sanford Dog Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Square Pond is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mousam Lake - 17 min walk
  • Acton Fairgrounds - 6 min drive
  • Square Pond - 12 min drive
  • Blueberry Hill - 17 min drive
  • Engine - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 35 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Memories Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Willy's Ale House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Third Alarm Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded lakeside home with 2 private docks, hot tub, bball hoop, H2o activities

Bring your family or a group of friends for a fun and relaxing stay on Mousam Lake! With three bedrooms, an additional loft and basement sleeping area, there’s room for everyone!

Explore the lake with the canoes and kayaks available to you or bring your own boat, the public boat launch is a mile away!

When you’re not enjoying the lake, the house provides many spaces for your favorite outdoor yard games, a screen house to have a drink and play some cards and a large hot tub to melt away the stresses of life.

Inside you’ll find every thing you’ll need for a comfortable stay. A large dining room table encourages togetherness. The fully stocked kitchen is complete, including everything you will need for those lobsters you’ve been craving since last summer. Each shower is equipped with spa grade shampoo/conditioner and body wash.

If you feel like getting out a bit, you will find Ted’s fried clams, a beer store, a natural food store, and a handful of local restaurants and ice cream spots all about a mile from the house! On top of all the other great things to see or do in southern Maine, there is something for everyone!

Property manager

Chris Underwood

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2250 sq ft (209 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful Shapleigh lake home with dock
Lakeside Home With two Private Docks hot Tub!
Lakeside home with two private docks & hot tub! Shapleigh

Secluded lakeside home with 2 private docks, hot tub, bball hoop, H2o activities Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

lesley m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shapleigh
The house was great, clean, well stocked, roomy and bright. The yard was big, with plenty of space for games and hanging out. Our one disappointment was that photos of the property made it seem like the lake was close to the yard when in fact we had to walk across the street through another yard to get to the dock and our boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
In love with the Lake life
We loved everything about our stay! House had everything you can think of and the beds were the most comfortable we have ever had at a rental! The hot tub was great to soak in at the end of the day. We used the canoes and kayaks every day, highly suggest a paddle right before sunset! Owners were quick to respond with any questions. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Girls Get Away
Beautiful place if you have a large group. Many areas to gather from the fire pit to hot tub or a quick pickup game of basketball! It was rainy for us one day and I side we were comfortable with family visiting for the day. Perfect table space for large group dining or game playing! Beds are comfortable there is another sleeping space in the basement we did not use but would be great for even more to join you on your vacation. Kitchen had everything we needed. Good accessibility to the water . Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Our family had a wonderful time at this property. The house was well stocked. We loved the back yard and thought it had a lovely ambiance. We had multiple lobster boils and loved using the firepit. We used the dock across the street everyday to boat and swim off of. We had 5 people and one child and thought the house was a really comfortable fit for this amount. We did not use the loft or basement bedroom although these might work for a younger adult. Thanks for helping us make this such a fun trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mousam Lake Getaway
I want to start by saying that Erica & Chris were amazing (fantastic communicaiton) & our family had a fabulous week in Maine on Mousam Lake. Positives: house was stocked with everything we needed, living room was a big area for everyone, it even Netflix had a guest account for us to use (thank you). We brought 2 baby gates for our two 1 year olds which worked out great. The backyard is great and Erica supplied corn hole boards to use as well. We enjoyed many nights outside by the fire, and some of our family enjoyed the hot tub as well (said it was fabulous). Giant lobster pot was great! Boat launch was easily accessible and near the property. There’s a little beach for kids down the road that was great for our 1 yr olds to “walk in” to the water. Negatives: the double headed shower on the main floor was different. Our family that stayed upstairs said the rooms were small and that the shower curtain barely fit the shower. We didn’t use the loft area, and our guests who stayed in basement said it was warm due to no AC downstairs (very cool space though). Loved the master bedroom of the kitchen! Couldn’t find the pullout couch in the living room, as advertised which was disappointing with our big group. There are a lot of stairs to get down to both water access areas, which can be challenging for really young or old guests. We wished the (swimming) stairs on the front dock were up front where we swam (vs around the other side of the dock). All in all, we had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Many pros, a few quirks
Great property for a family lake vacation. We loved the location, easy access to the lake, the kayaks, the large yard, the fire pit, the hot tub. We basically did not leave the property and that was perfect. The downsides are two of the sleeping areas. There are three proper bedrooms that would comfortably sleep 6-7. The sleeping loft is right off the kitchen so unless everyone keeps exactly the same hours, those people are going to be disturbed. Also it requires climbing down a ladder to get to a bathroom. Bigger concern was the basement sleeping area, accessed through an unfinished part of the basement. There was a funky smell and the air quality did not seem good. Bathroom access in the night is tough. The electrical was a little jerry-rigged. We had teenagers sleeping down there and they put up with it, but if you have a larger group, think through who is going to sleep where.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation Home
We had a great, comfortable, clean, and peaceful stay at Erica’s house! It was a perfect vacation home in that we had everything we needed, were very cozy, and had easy communication with the owners when we had questions. The weather wasn’t great for us to enjoy the area as much as we’d have liked, but the property has amazing access to the lake, although one access point is across the street (the lake wraps around). The only minor issue we had is that the front room, which has great couches, space to play games, and the tv does not have curtains/blinds on the big windows. Given how early is gets dark, there was a good chunk of our visit where we felt a little exposed to neighbors, but since we mostly laid on the couches/sat around playing games, it didn’t matter too much. We would definitely come back in the summer and enjoy all the property has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine
Would also be a good place to rent during the summer
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Property was very nice & clean, well appointed with details for travelers. Was surprised to find that one bedroom was an open loft of the kitchen and another in the basement without bathroom or A/C. We enjoyed the hot tub, the kayaks and canoes (which included life preservers in all sizes), and the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Vacation
Our experience was wonderful. The house was well kept and had many amenities. There was a small problem with the hot tub and the owners were very prompt in fixing it and getting it taken care of. There were twelve of us and the house had more than enough room to accommodate that many people. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian C., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Maine house with all the amenities!
From day one Erica was friendly and accommodating. I had to change our dates and she generously helped make it possible. The house is so nice and comfortable, including the beds and strong A/C in every room. Hot tub is the fanciest we’ve ever been in! LOVED it! Downstairs bedroom is perfect for a teenager who doesn’t mind walking through the unfinished basement to get to it. Gas grill seems brand new. Picnic house (as we dubbed it) is so, so nice for eating outside without any bugs. We used the canoes & kayaks everyday. Floating dock is great. Overall very happy we rented this house! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

wendy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We had an amazing stay. Our host was very responsive and the house had everything we needed....there were many little extras that exceeded our expectations. The lake was clean and beautiful and our outside amenities were outstanding including the extra touches of kindling to make a fire, accent lighting and plenty of seating. The hot tub was especially relaxing, clean and worked very well. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend that others enjoy this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Maine Vacation
We planned this short mid week vacation for my dads 60th birthday. This was the lake we used to vacation in as kids. As fate would have it, this was the only property available that week. I am so glad we were able to stay here. Erica was incredibly accommodating, quick to respond if we had questions, and the house was absolutely beautiful, and meticulously clean. Adults and kids are like both said it was one of the best vacations we’ve had so far! Thank you Erica for such a wonderful stay, we will be back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Lake House
This home has everything you could ever want in a lake house! My family loved the location on the water, in addition to the hot tub, fire pit, hammock, and wonderful screened-inn porch. No detail is over-looked here- from the board games, to toiletries, to paper goods- the home had everything you could think of for a relaxing family get away. We have stayed at other rentals on Mousam Lake and this home was by far the nicest we have ever visited! The hosts were extremely accommodating and responsive- can’t wait to return next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
The property was very clean and the perfect size for a large group without feeling too large! The lake and property were perfect. We wish the weather had been a little warmer but with the large yard, hot tub and large family table there was plenty of other things to enjoy! The beds were very comfortable. The dog loved swimming in the lake and it was a great place to stay for her. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
I stayed here with a group of friends and family for my birthday. They property was clean and exactly as described. The Host went above and beyond making sure we knew what to expect and they were available in the event that we had any issues. The sleeping arrangements were great and everyone slept so good. I wanted to take the bed I slept in home with me as it was that comfortable! I highly recommend staying here and I hope we can get back to this home soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Family vacation
I loved this house! My favorite part is the dining room table, where all family and friends were able to sit together. This a great spot for families and/or friends to enjoy a vacation. My 3 year old grandson loved the many areas that he had to play inside and out. There were plenty of dishes and cookware. Since this was planned as a getaway to enjoy nature and my family, it was perfect! There are many essentials in the kitchen which is very helpful for those that fly to Maine, such as spices, coffee & coffee filters, plastic ware. Great Maine vacation home!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
My friends enjoyed a great weekend at this property. The hot tub, lights and fire pit were amazing, but the canoes and the lake access are by far my favorite aspects of this place. Would recommend for anyone and I will definitely be rebooking in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gopal N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern, spacious house with plenty of activities around
I organized a laid-back bachelor party for my best friend and a small group. This house was the perfect location: very comfortable, modern, and spacious, in a beautiful setting, lots of activities on and around the lake, etc. We thoroughly enjoyed being able to grill, hang out in the hot tub, taking the kayak and canoes out on to the lake, and playing yard games. Thanks a ton to the hosts also for really prompt and considerate communications throughout and for making sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lital A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect lake house close to ME and NH attractions
This is one of the best lake rentals we have stayed in. The home is beautiful, well equiped, very spacious with two docks to the lake. We grilled, cooked, enjoyed the beautiful outside deck, paddles on the lake and hiked in the nearby NH mountains. I hope to be back. We have great memories from this perfect lake house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway
Great place to stay with lots of extras. Canoeing was great and and swimming in the lake was a lot of fun. The property is gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to visit!
Great property! Neat, clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aiyana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than expected!
This property is the perfect space for a large family looking for a fun vacation right on the lake! The neighbors are extremely friendly here (which is not always this case in private lake communities). Everyone we encountered was absolutely lovely and we felt right at home. The lake is beautiful for swimming. Also, we were pleasantly surprised to see more space than expected in the basement room. You can tell the owner has done some great renovations and is likely continuing to build on the space everyday! Host was responsive and took care of everything. Would book again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
Ideal location for groups, quiet area, tons of space to stretch out and relax. Our family had a great time! We had so much fun swimming and kayaking, exploring Mousam Lake and the surrounding towns. Thanks Chris and Erica!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
My family really enjoyed the privacy of renting a home. The home and property is clean and comfortable. The owners are very responsive. We liked that the home is a little bit remote and not in a busy lake area, and that stores are still accessible nearby. The neighbors were also friendly giving us some gems of locations to suggest to eat at while there. Ted's Fried Clams was very close. The Shapleigh Corner Store has awesome Pizza and other treats! Breakfast at Mel's Raspberry Patch in Sanford is not too far away and delicious. The closest ocean beach is just a short 35-40 min drive. We were able to enjoy some indoor games on the rainy days and enjoy the lake on the sunny days. The outdoor backyard area is lovely with a hot tub and firepit with pretty lighting. My kids loved jumping off the raft and just floating on the quiet lake in the floaties provided and trying out a paddleboard. Who am I kidding...the adults loved it too!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021