The Chalet - Family-Friendly Waterfront Vacation Home on Crystal Lake

Terrace/patio
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
9.2 / 10.0
Outstanding(28 Ratings)

House in Harrison, ME

14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

WATERFRONT on Crystal Lake! This quintessential chalet-style home sits on quiet Crystal Lake with 150 feet of private shoreline, private dock and swim platform for guest use, and close to a public town beach perfect for swimming! Perfect for your family getaway.

Maximum of 8 adults age 21+. Bunk beds are for children only.

Our large 3,700 square ft open-floor plan home has space for the whole family! Enjoy our walk-out lower level game room with Foosball and ping pong tables, plenty of games and puzzles, and a large TV viewing area with variety of DVDs to keep the kids occupied while the adults lounge on our comfy over-sized sofas on the main level in front of our large wood burning fireplace or enjoy a glass of wine on the deck while listening to music using our built-in Sonos sound system. Prepare gourmet meals in the expansive fully-equipped chef's kitchen with seating for everyone.

In the warmer weather months, take one of our 3 kayaks out on the calm water, grill burgers on our large 6-burner grill connected to our house propane system, and enjoy the evening in our screened-in gazebo. Feel free to tie off your boat on our dock or rent a boat from Harrison Marina 5 minutes away on Long Lake.

In cooler weather, jump on your snowmobile and ride on a local trail right on the frozen lake and take it to access 10,000+ miles of Maine's Interconnected Trail System (ITS) or drive 20 minutes to Shawnee Peak to ski on one of their over 40 trails, 7 glades, and 3 terrain parks - nighttime skiing too! Ice fishing is available on Crystal Lake and Long Lake. Cozy up to our one of a kind suspended wood fireplace while you watch the snow fall through our floor to ceiling windows.

House Rules:
• Maximum occupancy is 14 with up to 8 adults maximum.
• No smoking indoors or outside. Smoking of tobacco, marijuana, or other similar products that rely on vaporization or aerosolization in or on the premises is not permitted.
• No pets. No dogs, cats, birds, or other animals may be kept in the house or allowed anywhere else on the property. Our son is highly allergic.
• No parties or events. Any assessed fines will be passed along to violators.
• No loud, rowdy interactions. Please be respectful of our neighbors in our quiet neighborhood. Sound can carry quite easily across the lake. Per Association Bylaws, no excessive noise from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday and no excessive noise all day on Sundays. Any fines incurred will be passed along to violators.
• No parking on grass. Please only park on the paved driveway.
• No visitors or extra guests beyond number of guests on your original reservation.
• No fireworks. Although fireworks are legal in the state of Maine, the town of Harrison has an ordinance banning the use of fireworks on private property.
• All trash and recycling must be bagged before being placed in the trash/recycling cans outside. This is a requirement by our trash removal service. Extra fees may be assessed for violations.
• Do not move furniture. Is something amiss upon arrival? Please let us know.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10.0
Outstanding(28 Ratings)
8.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
Booked the chalet for our annual multi family getaway, and the location could not have been more perfect. The house is perfect for gathering people together, gave each couple a private area and plenty of play space for the kids. The property had everything we needed and was very clean upon arrival. Would highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Our family truly enjoyed our stay at this custom Crystal Lake home. It has a large open concept that is plenty of room for our group of 12. It was clean and well stocked. Linens and bath towels were provided as well. The lake was perfect for swimming and fishing. There were alot of steps to get to and from the lake but it was mostly a gradual climb. The decking is in need of updating but that would not deter me from renting. It was older but safe. The owners were quick with a response for all of our questions. I would highly recommend this property for your next family getaway.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Our family enjoyed a week at the Chalet. We swam in the clean, cool lake every day. The kids fished & saw a large snapping turtle, There were plenty of activities in close proximity to the house to keep everyone busy. Pictures don't so the lake house justice. John is an attentive host, & was always available. We hope to return soon!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Great property for our family vacation. Beautiful house with fantastic living area, we had 8 adults and 6 kids and never felt cramped. House has lots of toys for kids and is very clearly a vacation home that’s also rented out, not just an investment property like so many places you get now. Huge fridge for all the groceries and kitchen overall was great. The lake is perfect, smaller body of water compared to the surrounding lakes, which means water temps are great and very little choppiness / boat traffic. The dock is in great shape and the kids basically lived down there all week. Some of the other reviews critiqued the beds and the deck. We all thought the beds were comfortable, and while I wouldn’t host a charity WWE tournament on the deck, it’s in good shape for a deck that has to live through Maine winters. Plenty of room for 4 vehicles to park, which is not common in this area given the slope of the terrain. Has central a/c which was a lifesaver during the heat wave. Would definitely stay here again, close to town and groceries. Great spot.
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
The Chalet was a perfect site for our senior citizen leaf peeping reunion. Just 90 minutes from some of the finest mountain fall colors and 90 minutes from coastal villages, this home base provided a lakefront retreat center each night before the next adventure. The home, on beautiful Crystal Lake, featured a unique fireplace that warmed our hearts and bodies in the evening. The huge refrigerator was big enough to hold food for our gathering. The high-end master suite bathroom was professionally remodeled and sparkled with modern features. The huge recreation area was well equipped with a big screen TV, ping pong, foosball and table games. We fell in love with New England and can’t wait for our next trip.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
We loved the beautiful, private location on the lake and enjoyed hanging out on the deck, the dock and swimming platform. The house has tons of room- it’s hard to find rentals that have 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and seating for all in the kitchen and common areas and this fit the bill perfectly. John is very responsive and proactively checked in with us during our stay to see if we needed anything. Highly recommend!
6.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
While it’s a beautiful property on a stunning lake, the house itself is a bit run down. We stayed with 4 families & kids ranging 8mo-12. The kids had a blast jumping off the dock, the lake was warm. The downstairs was great for kids, lots of toys, games and movies. However there was a very musty smell when we arrived.Turns out the bathroom toilet was leaking & the floor was soaked when we arrived.We turned the water off so it was OOO, but all the kids were on that level as well as one couple so it was disruptive to not have a working bathroom for all the guests on their level.The owner was very responsive and was able to get a plumber over pretty quickly, however the problem was only fixed for a short time and the toilet started running and leaking again. We had to turn the water off and could not use the bathroom the entire trip. The appliances were very temperamental and we had a hard time cooking on the stove. It’s a beautiful wolf stove but very old and a lot of burners don’t work. That being said, it did the job.Most every bed was so uncomfortable every guest was complaining by day 2. People were taking turns sleeping on the couches, which were comfortable.The biggest issue I had with the house was the deck. It was beautiful but so old and rotted. It was extremely dangerous and honestly should not be in use at all. If you leaned up against after a few drinks it could’ve easily snapped resulting in a very bad outcome. All and all I would give the house a 6/10.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
This was our second time renting this house. It is beautiful and fully equipped with everything we needed. The lake is gorgeous and everyone enjoyed their stay.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Harrison?

The average price for a rental in Harrison is R 7,613 per night. This rental is R 6,285 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Chalet - Family-Friendly Waterfront Vacation Home on Crystal Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Chalet - Family-Friendly Waterfront Vacation Home on Crystal Lake pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Chalet - Family-Friendly Waterfront Vacation Home on Crystal Lake?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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