Simonson Lakeside on Highland Lake
5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)Apartment in Highland-Lake, ME
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
This is the first level of our home on Highland Lake.
The house has been in my family since 1954. In 1983, the first level was created by my parents for their retirement home. It has been updated since then, but remains very close to what they created.
The second level was completely redone in 2017. Jennifer and Peter continue to live there for the Summers in Maine (mid-June to mid- September), and expect to be there while the guests are there.
The property was and continues to be set up as two separate residences. There is a connecting door, but we keep that locked when the house is occupied by two separate groups (guests and owners).
The first level is a walk-out onto a deck that is 7 feet above the level of the lake.
There is a dock with the water level 5 feet deep at the end.
We face the West, so you will get spectacular sunsets. The lake is 640 acres. It is located 20 minutes from Downtown Portland, and 40 minutes from Freeport, home to LL Bean.
The house has been in my family since 1954. In 1983, the first level was created by my parents for their retirement home. It has been updated since then, but remains very close to what they created.
The second level was completely redone in 2017. Jennifer and Peter continue to live there for the Summers in Maine (mid-June to mid- September), and expect to be there while the guests are there.
The property was and continues to be set up as two separate residences. There is a connecting door, but we keep that locked when the house is occupied by two separate groups (guests and owners).
The first level is a walk-out onto a deck that is 7 feet above the level of the lake.
There is a dock with the water level 5 feet deep at the end.
We face the West, so you will get spectacular sunsets. The lake is 640 acres. It is located 20 minutes from Downtown Portland, and 40 minutes from Freeport, home to LL Bean.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Highland-Lake, ME
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)5.0
This lakeside is a family heirloom. We met the owner who gave us a little history of his home. It was immaculate. I loved all the little painted tiles, built in shelves; it was visually appealing. My favorite part was sitting on the deck in the morning or evening.. it was so peaceful. At night one can hear the loons. I hope to return someday. Maine is a beautiful state, and this home sits on a little piece of heaven.
5.0
This beautiful home had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The living space was very clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen and nice deck where we enjoyed the beautiful sunsets, and the lake was great for kayaking. It was also close enough to easily explore the Maine coastline. Peter and Jennifer were super hosts with great communication and easy check-in/check-out. We would definitely love to stay here again!
5.0
Challenging to get there in the dark, but so worth it!
Beautiful accommodations and wonderful hosts!
Enjoyed our “Girls Getaway “ week in the Portland area!
5.0
What a beautiful property! Very quiet. Loved the lake. Property super clean and well taken care of. Thank you so much we really enjoyed it!
5.0
Perfect girls weekend on the lake. My 3 friends and I found the property to be meticulously clean and well-stocked. Peter was helpful with anything we needed and the location on the lake can't be beat. Half an hour or so into Portland for dinner and/or sightseeing. We'll be back next summer!
5.0
Great lakefront getaway
Perfect girls weekend on the lake. My 3 friends and I found the property to be meticulously clean and well-stocked. Peter was helpful with anything we needed and the location on the lake can't be beat. Half an hour or so into Portland for dinner and/or sightseeing. We'll be back next summer!
5.0
Great lakeside location
We enjoyed our stay. Super clean house located in a secluded area but close enough to the city and beaches. Well equipped kitchen which enabled us to cook meals. Great to meet the owners who were friendly and even offered boat rides on the lake!
5.0
Nice and quiet yet close enough, 20 minutes, to major city.
5.0
Second Honeymoon
Nice and quiet yet close enough, 20 minutes, to major city.
5.0
Wonderful place!
We enjoyed the lake house very much! Beautiful views out every window of either the lake or wooded gardens. The place afforded lots of privacy with its location and was well appointed with everything we needed and more. The owners were on site, helpful and friendly, and even offered a boat ride to see an eagles nest! My husband and I and my sister and brother-in-law really enjoyed our stay and felt completely at home. Thank you again!
5.0
Friends Getaway
We had such a relaxing, enjoyable stay on Highland Lake. The house is SO nice and the pictures don’t do it justice. Peter and Jennifer have provided everything you would need for an extended stay. We loved it so much we didn’t need to do anything but enjoy the deck!
Take a ride to Mackworth Island State Park in Falmouth for a 1.5 mile perimeter walk in the woods. Peaceful, picturesque and mostly in the shade.
Thank you, Peter and Jennifer!
5.0
We spent a very pleasant couple of days at this property. The host was gracious and helpful, the house was well appointed and the view was spectacular.
5.0
A great short break
We spent a very pleasant couple of days at this property. The host was gracious and helpful, the house was well appointed and the view was spectacular.
5.0
Great hosts. Great place with beautiful and peaceful lake.
5.0
Great place to getaway for a long weekend. Right on a beautiful lake but close enough to the necessities.
Property is extremely well kept. Hosts were helpful and responsive from the time of reservation until we drove away.
5.0
Quiet getaway
Great place to getaway for a long weekend. Right on a beautiful lake but close enough to the necessities.
Property is extremely well kept. Hosts were helpful and responsive from the time of reservation until we drove away.
5.0
Lakeside retreat
Great hosts. Great place with beautiful and peaceful lake.
5.0
Want to come again!
Idyllic stay on a beautiful lake with awesome host. House and view even better than the pictures Also enjoyed swimming right off the dock Whole family wants to go again !
5.0
The photos of this property on the listing don’t do it justice. It’s really lovely. You are literally 10 steps from the lake. The kitchen is amazingly well-stocked, there’s a nice deck on the water, the views from any room on the back side of the house are of the lake (which was very quiet), and the owner was kind enough to share a bottle of wine. This property is less than 30 minutes from downtown Portland. While staying there we went to the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath (highly recommend) where we took a boat ride and saw 10 lighthouses and some lovely territory, and we did a catamaran sail out of Saco which was fun and relaxing. We also visited Kennebunkport and some beaches in that area. This place is great if you need a break from city life or want a terrific home base to explore the area.
5.0
Lovely lakefront property in the Maine woods
The photos of this property on the listing don’t do it justice. It’s really lovely. You are literally 10 steps from the lake. The kitchen is amazingly well-stocked, there’s a nice deck on the water, the views from any room on the back side of the house are of the lake (which was very quiet), and the owner was kind enough to share a bottle of wine. This property is less than 30 minutes from downtown Portland. While staying there we went to the Maine Maritime Museum in Bath (highly recommend) where we took a boat ride and saw 10 lighthouses and some lovely territory, and we did a catamaran sail out of Saco which was fun and relaxing. We also visited Kennebunkport and some beaches in that area. This place is great if you need a break from city life or want a terrific home base to explore the area.
5.0
What a gem! This home (even nicer than the photos!) is beautifully decorated and well appointed and close to Portland. The owners, Pete and Jen, took great care stocking the home with everything you'd need, including excellent drinking water (new water filtration system). If I couldn't find something (lobster crackers for instance), Pete happily supplied it (lobster crackers and bibs, for instance). It was like having my best neighbor transported to Maine. Large windows/glass doors in every room ensure great lake views throughout. Comfortable beds/sofa/plenty of linens and soap/hand sanitizer/ and even garage space for the car! What more could I ask for? Sitting on the patio every morning and watching the sunset from the same spot every evening was a highlight. This ain't your grandparents "camp", and that's a very good thing.
5.0
My husband and I enjoyed our peaceful quiet getaway. Close enough to Portland but far enough away for no loud city sounds. A comfortable and beautiful place to spend a anniversary celebration!
5.0
Beautiful location - quiet, peaceful, meticulously clean. Peter and Jennifer were great hosts and very helpful, We hope to stay there again!!
5.0
Outstanding!
Beautiful location - quiet, peaceful, meticulously clean. Peter and Jennifer were great hosts and very helpful, We hope to stay there again!!
5.0
It was a beautiful spot with a spectacular view. It was off the beaten trail so conducive for walking and biking. My husband and I got up every morning and sat not he deck over-looking the water and had our coffee. At night we listened to the loons. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well stocked. The owner and his wife were lovely, incredible helpful and full of good information. We will be returning..
5.0
What a find!! This was the perfect spot to stay while touring the local colleges. It was immaculate and a comfortable size for our family of four. We really enjoyed the large deck overlooking the lake and saw some spectacular sunsets. Pete was a fantastic host and even went out of his way to mail us some laundry we left behind.
5.0
Upscale retreat
What a gem! This home (even nicer than the photos!) is beautifully decorated and well appointed and close to Portland. The owners, Pete and Jen, took great care stocking the home with everything you'd need, including excellent drinking water (new water filtration system). If I couldn't find something (lobster crackers for instance), Pete happily supplied it (lobster crackers and bibs, for instance). It was like having my best neighbor transported to Maine. Large windows/glass doors in every room ensure great lake views throughout. Comfortable beds/sofa/plenty of linens and soap/hand sanitizer/ and even garage space for the car! What more could I ask for? Sitting on the patio every morning and watching the sunset from the same spot every evening was a highlight. This ain't your grandparents "camp", and that's a very good thing.
5.0
Best relaxing getaway
My husband and I enjoyed our peaceful quiet getaway. Close enough to Portland but far enough away for no loud city sounds. A comfortable and beautiful place to spend a anniversary celebration!
5.0
the ultimate vacation spot
It was a beautiful spot with a spectacular view. It was off the beaten trail so conducive for walking and biking. My husband and I got up every morning and sat not he deck over-looking the water and had our coffee. At night we listened to the loons. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well stocked. The owner and his wife were lovely, incredible helpful and full of good information. We will be returning..
5.0
Lakeside Utopia
What a find!! This was the perfect spot to stay while touring the local colleges. It was immaculate and a comfortable size for our family of four. We really enjoyed the large deck overlooking the lake and saw some spectacular sunsets. Pete was a fantastic host and even went out of his way to mail us some laundry we left behind.
5.0
What the doctor ordered
Great location with super friendly lake front neighborhood yet very private.
5.0
Exactly what we needed
We needed a long weekend getaway, to celebrate our 25th, spend time with aging parents, get some r&r and decompress from the daily grind. The weekend was perfect all around. Our hosts Peter and Jennifer were super-friendly and helpful, and were there when we needed. They even went above and beyond to make our experience absolutely fabulous. The accommodations were well-appointed. The location was spectacular, especially at sunrise and sunset. Enjoyed some wildlife. Soaked in peace and tranquility, and re-charged the batteries. Definitely on my list of future repeat stays. Highly recommended!
5.0
We’ll be back!
Amazing stay on a beautiful lake with gracious hosts. Can’t wait to return
5.0
Peaceful and beautiful
The lake was wonderful to be next to peaceful and gorgeous . We enjoyed being near Portland and all the ocean activity as well . the apt is immaculate and much thought has been given to the comfort of the guests . Peter andJen are the absolute best hosts period .
Myron ansd Sima We hope to be back !!
5.0
Amazing getaway!
This home is beautiful and Peter and Jennifer are amazing hosts. The pictures of the place do not do it justice, it is so picturesque, clean, and bright, with an amazing view of the lake. The location was perfect for us- very close to Portland but still far away enough to get a real country feel.
5.0
Lake Life
The Hosts, rental unit, cleanliness, lake swimming, and especially the sunsets exceeded our expectations! Fantastic get away! You will not be disappointed with your stay here! Thanks, Pete and Jennifer, for being so accommodating and such lovely hosts!
5.0
Great location and hosts
Pete and Jennifer were very accommodating and welcoming. The lake and house location are beautiful and we would love to go back.
5.0
Enjoyable and relaxing!
Peter and his wife were accomadating and ensured we had everything we needed for our trip. Great location on the lake, fishing was great, and overall a relaxing trip.
5.0
Beautiful lakeside place
We had a wonderful, although short, visit. We were greeted warmly and shown around thoroughly. The information and instructions for the cottage were very helpful. The. lake is just gorgeous and the property is very nicely done. Peter was a great host, helping us with every need. I can't say enough nice things about this property and highly encourage anyone to consider it.
5.0
Perfect getaway location and amenities!
Great location, terrific home, and well-appointed kitchen for those who like to cook. Wonderful waterfront property. As long as you don't mind property owners living upstairs, this is the perfect getaway site!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Highland-Lake?
The average price for a rental in Highland-Lake is $496 per night. This rental is $114 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Simonson Lakeside on Highland Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Simonson Lakeside on Highland Lake pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Simonson Lakeside on Highland Lake?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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