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Lakefront home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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 home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk

Overlook at Highland Lake

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Discover the epitome of lakefront living at this charming home on the western shore of Highland Lake, just 12 miles from Portland. Spend your mornings sipping coffee on the decks overlooking the water, your afternoons swimming or paddling from the dock at the water's edge (kayaks, paddleboards, life vests, and fishing gear are provided!), and your evenings grilling and dining alfresco as the kids play on the waterfront lawn. There's also a firepit where you can roast s'mores, tell ghost stories, and stargaze in the evenings.

The two-story interior is perfect for entertaining, with a large living room offering multiple seating vignettes and a smart TV for streaming using your accounts. (The fireplace is not operational.) Prepare favorite recipes in the adjacent well-equipped kitchen using the stainless steel appliances, and pull the high chair up to the dining room table to gather the whole crew together at mealtime. Indulge in a restful night's sleep in three upstairs bedrooms. Kids will love the bunk room, while those who need to work remotely can choose between two WFH desks in the guest bedroom.

Dundee Park - 5.7 Miles
Babb's Covered Bridge- 6.6 Miles
Falmouth Community Park - 7.7 Miles
Shaw Park-7.9 Miles
Val Halla Golf & Recreation- 11.4 Miles
Portland - 12.1 Miles
State Theatre - 12.3 Miles
Sebago Lake State Park - 18.7 Miles
Shawnee Peak - 35.6 Miles

THINGS TO KNOW
This home welcomes long-term renters.
There is an HOA boat launch down Amber Lane.
The dock, two kayaks (one adult and one child-size), and paddle boards are only available from May through October.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details: The dock is available from mid-May to mid until late October, depending on the weather.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Streaming services
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Fishing 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not 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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

92262

About the neighborhood

Map
Windham, ME

What's nearby

  • University of New England - 20 min drive - 16.8 km
  • State Theatre - 20 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Maine Medical Center - 20 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 21 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Thompson's Point - 22 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 31 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Falmouth Service Plaza - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Harmon's Lunch - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mercy Primary Care, Maine Wildlife Park, and MAGAN Trailhead. Seacoast Adventure and Happy Wheels Skate Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Lakefront home with sunrise views, private dock, kayaks, paddle boards, WFH desk Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan O., Fountain, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty lake near Portland Maine
Nice location for a girl's getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cat S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Pristine slice of Heaven in Maine!
The house was perfect- thoroughly clean, bright and spacious. The house was well stocked with games, books, and equipment for exploring the lake. Fishing poles, kayaks and life vests were all available for use. The view of the lake is stunning- so serene to watch from sunrise to sunset. The host made the house feel so welcoming, we are already planning our trip back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We really enjoyed our stay. The only issue was getting the air conditioning to work, thankfully we didn’t need it. We would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alec S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucked Away Gem!
The place was clean, beautiful, and centrally located to shops, restaurants and bars. It was tucked away and quiet right on the lake. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renter
Great time. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Constance B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House on a lake
We had rain which didn't allow us to use the dock or lake or fire pit. The house is in good condition, just a couple of things I noticed. The bathtub on the 1st floor does not drain properly. There are no window treatments on the 1st floor which we did not care for. Dining area light did not work right. The location is private, and convenient to shopping, and getting to different tourist sites around Portland.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
The house and property were just as described. We had our 4 young adult children meet us there, from their various college towns. We spent about half of our time exploring the region, from Portland to Acadia. But we had rest days in between, just hanging out at the house and lake, playing games and watching the otters play in the lake. All the kids- aged 18 to 26- loved it as much as we did. It was just so comfortable and spacious!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Setting but not Managed by Premier Host
The stay was great because we made it great, but for Premier Host Property it was lacking - ripped pillow case; bathroom sink stoppers didn't work properly; fridge not cleaned well; poor info about area. Booked with VRBO but ended up having to deal with Vacasa Property Management which was not ideal and confusing. There wasn't one designated rep; the reps who responded had poor/no knowledge of the property or area; replies slow and/or responded multiple times by different reps with different answers to same questions. VRBO and Vacasa are now asking to rate the property. Very confusing. During our stay, a man in a truck arrive unannounced, collected something from behind the house and left without letting us know who he was and his purpose. We saw him from the water when boating. No explanation provided. Concerning bc the key pad door lock often didn't work and/or was difficult to lock from the outside. Site info lacking ex: slope down to lake; water crafts located in basement require physical ability to move in and out. Ground around fire pit is large black rock & difficult to walk on; pit location poor only two people can sit "comfortably" around it; poorly constructed with stone that gets very hot. Fire wood not provided. Pots and pans poor condition; knives were dull; No plastic glasses to use outside near dock or fire pit; no place mats for table; You really need to provide all your own kitchen supplies - not just food. Sofas not comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the photos!
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The home was even more beautiful and spacious than the photos show. The area so very peaceful and quiet. The home was very clean and updated. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakeside home!
Nice location right on the lake. House was a good size for family stay. The kitchen area and living room area is large enough for the whole group to gather!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franlena C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We stayed at this property during a guys weekend getaway and it was perfect. Very clean and spacious. Although it is too cold this time of year to utilize the lake, the view was amazing. A great place to relax and get away from the city. The fire pit was where we spent most of our time. Less than 30 mins from Portland. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022