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Property grounds
Lake
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Standish, ME
  • Watchic Pond
    1 min walk
  • Sebago Lake
    12 min drive
  • Little Watchic Pond
    16 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    31 min drive

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About the area

Standish

On lake.At this Standish cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watchic Pond and 6 miles (10 km) of Saco River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Little Watchic Pond and Sebago Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Watchic Pond - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sebago Lake - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Little Watchic Pond - 16 min drive - 11.6 km
  • St Josephs College - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Maine Mall - 29 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 31 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aroma Joe's Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Standish House of Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Runway Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Outpost Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Papa's Ice Cream - ‬6 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.

Lakefront Cottage - private dock, large decks, large fire pit

Your family and friends will love this lakefront retreat on the shores of Watchic Lake! Enjoy lazy afternoons on the water with the help of a private dock, shaded decks.

This 4 bedroom home is located directly on the lake. It is great for swimming, fishing, floating, or just sitting by the fire pit and relaxing. In the winter you can enjoy ice skating, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing.

The main level is an open concept living area combining the dining, kitchen, and living room. There are two large bedrooms on the second floor. The master bedroom has a private balcony. The other room contains a full and twin size bed. There are two small bedrooms in the basement (one does not have a window) and another cozy family room.

We have a selection of games and DVDs for rainy days or nights at home. Light a fire in the fire pit near the water and enjoy views of the lake

Just twenty miles from Portland International Jetport. 35 minutes to Funtown/Splashtown and 40 minutes to Old Orchard Beach. North Conway NH and outlet shopping make for a nice midweek day trip.

Fall leaf peeping, the Fryeburg Fair, hiking and biking are all within a close proximity. Winter rentals provide access to ITS trails and bountiful ice fishing.

***Please note this home is in close proximity to adjacent neighbors. Some neighbors have been known to throw parties and play loud music on the weekend.***

Property manager

Rob Richardson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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: 1852 sq ft (172 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Cottage Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit
Lakefront Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit Standish
Lakefront Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit
Lakefront Cottage Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit
Lakefront Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit Standish
Lakefront Cottage Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit
Lakefront Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit Standish
Lakefront Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit
Lakefront Cottage Private Dock 3 Large Decks Large Fire pit

Lakefront Cottage - private dock, large decks, large fire pit Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wanda A.

Family wedding
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great week!
We ended up having wonderful weather and took full advantage of the lake, kayaks, bbq grills, and fire pit. All the things were there for us to reconnect and make memories with family! The blow up cobra floatie created a lot of laughs!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation 2023
Really nice lakeside location, plenty of comfortable space for family and friends to enjoy celebrating our graduate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable base
We used this house as our base for a weekend wedding nearby. Our needs were simple and this house was a comfortable place to sleep and eat our breakfast. If we wanted more ambitious meals, the kitchen would have served us well.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
August Family Week at the Lake
The Loon’s Nest worked out very well for our family of eight. The kitchen is up-to-date and well stocked with dishes, utensils, and pots and pans. The refrigerator is huge. The deck off the main level was great for reading, grilling, and outdoor meals. The upstairs bedrooms were very comfortable and each has a private bath which was really nice. The bedrooms on the lower level are quite small but workable. The bathroom on the main level has the only indoor shower, but the outdoor shower is wonderful. The waterfront area was great. We enjoyed the dock which is roomy enough for chairs and has stairs to access the lake. The raft was nice for swimming and fishing. The huge deck near the water has plenty of tables and chairs and a beach umbrella. There is also a small screened sunroom with couches and a small refrigerator. The sunroom was a perfect place to go for peace and quiet. Other reviews mentioned how close the neighbors are and how noisy they can be. Our experience was that it was noisy and crowded on the weekend but after that it was super quiet. The lake was nice for kayaking and we enjoyed watching and listening to the loons.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost perfect with a beautiful view
We had a wonderful time staying at Loon’s Nest. The view of Watchic Lake was beautiful from the dock. We loved the white Christmas lights that went all the way down. The large deck and fire pit had plenty of seating and we spent a ton of time just sitting on the dock. The kitchen was well-stocked. The living room was comfortable and we enjoyed the decks on all the floors. Communication with the hosts was easy and efficient. Our son loved having the Wii, board games and a great dock to swim from. We also appreciated the thorough instructions/info binder. The neighbors are very, very close, but friendly. But there isn’t a lot of privacy if that is what you’re looking for. The sunroom wasn’t the cleanest- we ended up mainly using the deck/grill instead. The only other cons for us were no A/C (it was really hot the first few days of our stay), no washer and dryer and only one tiny shower on the first floor. We would definitely recommend Snickerdoodles for breakfast/lunch (there’s a river with a picnic area right before you get there that’s great to eat at!). It was also an easy drive into Portland and to the coast to see the lighthouses (35-45 min). Overall a great stay! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The pictures do not to this home justice! It was absolutely beautiful. Perfect place for a weekend getaway. The fire pit was a great way to spend the night, there was even a pile of wood we used (after drying it out for a bit). The neighbors were very friendly and did not bother us / get upset with the music playing for the majority of the weekend. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed!
We were looking to spend a week relaxing and swimming and enjoying family time and that's exactly what we got. Having only one bathroom was a bit of a challenge but really not a huge deal. The owners were super helpful with our questions. We would definitely go back and rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Camp
Very comfortable, homey camp. Wonderful lakeside dock, perfect for swimming and boating. There was an shallow area for 3-year old to play in, too. Large deck with grill near the water was lovely for cocktails and dinner. The wifi was excellent. The property was as described. Neighbors are close but friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S., framingham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake getaway spot close to Portland
Clean lake with friendly neighbors and a roomy house made this a comfortable place for our week long vacation. The deck area by the waterfront was in particularly nice with lots of seating, a huge grill and a cabana with a mini fridge. The local lake association was great too with helping us to out in our sunfish and small boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Stephani P., Billerica

Liked: Cleanliness
Our week on Watchic
Overall we had a great week on Watchic lake! The water is so clean and the house fit the amount of people we vacationed with. The house had most of what we needed. All the beds were very comfortable, the amount of decks were very accommodating. We spent most of the time on the dock and floating on the water! We loved that there were access to the paddle boat and kayaks. A few things to be mildly critical of, I just wish we could have checked in prior to 4pm, that there was a second bath (although the outdoor shower was nice), and the couch was a little cleaner. The owner was good at communication. Otherwise, we had a great time and would recommend to others!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Aimee N.

Family getaway
The house was clean and quaint. The property was lovely leading to the beautiful lake view. It was so peaceful and quiet. A great getaway! Couple of notes, the DVD player did not work and screen doors were off it’s hinges. Limited hot water. Difficult not to track sand into the home even with leaving shoes at entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Had a wondertime
House is perfect for a weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Great place on the lake!
We had everything we needed to relax on the lake! The owner is very responsive. We used the paddle boat and kyack! Great time roasting marshmallows at the campfire, and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jonathan M.

Great!!
We had a great time at this place. Good location. Clean. Comfortable. Would have really liked to experience all this place has to offer in the summer months. But it still kept us warm in April.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Bryan H.

Great place to unwind.
Place was great. Neighbors on right as you look at lake were cool. Party animals. Neighbors on the left threatened to call the cops on us. So a mixed bag. Overall it was a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Spacious and Accomodating; Overall Amazing!
I stayed at Rob's property with a group totaling 10 people. Although we never actually met face to face, he was available by phone or email at any point. The house had ample space to accommodate the large group size between the four bedrooms and available couch space. Beyond that, I'll try to be brief; the summer house / oversized patio / fire pit / dock / water are all amazing. The pictures don't really do the property justice for the amount of fun that can be had in a variety of ways. The house is cozy, but keep in mind there is no central A/C, so it can get pretty warm in the summer. Thankfully, the nights were relatively cool, there's a number of box fans available to circulate air, and windows are abundant. Standish itself isn't much to see if you're touring, but a 35 minute drive from Portland (actually a really nice, small port city) makes it a great location. We also drove to Boston for a day (~2.5 hours), as well as Acadia National Park (~3.5 hours). All-in-all, it was the perfect location for my group's needs for the 4th of July. I would definitely recommend staying here, and look forward to again should I ever return to Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Cortney C.

Great Rental
Clean, great location! Lots of space! Loved the bonus room by the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Yaroslav C.

Highly recommend!
The house is nice, warm, clean, and cozy. We had 10 people and there was more than plenty of room to sleep. The lake access with outdoor fireplace is a great bonus. Lots of privacy. Communication with owners was easy and timely. Will be looking to come back in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Perfect Spot
This house was just perfect for a group of friends and I looking to explore the Portland area. We wanted somewhere outside of town for a bit more privacy than the city would entail. The house was very clean and comfortable. The central living area made for a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy our time. The outside area in the backyard was very nice - we would have spent more time outside if the weather was a little warmer. Rob was very responsive in setting up our stay and provided some great recommendations for activities in the area. Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Cool place with a lot of amenities and very accommodating owners.
Our group had a great time. We'll be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B., Fairfield

Great lakehouse
My family of five, including our dog, had a wonderful stay at this lakehouse. The owner, Rob, greeted us with a tour of house, wine, and s'mores kit to get our lake adventure started! The pictures on website are accurate but the bonus is the second house close to lake which is enclosed with sitting area & refrigerator. And it has a big deck with over sized grill to lounge, eat, etc. Rob also provides kayaks and floaties which we used every day because the direct waterfront access was so easy. Overall the house was clean and the lake was beautiful and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Amanda P.

Family week
We had a great time. The lake was amazing! The cottage was perfect for our family. We can't wait to go back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016