we would definitely stay again

The pond is peaceful and the view from the back deck is lovely. There is a beaver den near the lake house and every morning we would see the beavers swim by, along with loons, musk rat and lots of fish jumping.

Big and well set up for a couple families. Ours was a Winter stay, and the house worked great for that (looks amazing for Summer, too). Very close to Shawnee and to town. Pond was smooth so the skating was good. Great wood stoves. Everyone had a blast.

Our grandkids all 5 of them loved it, they were a little nervous eat first about the taxidermy animals on the walls but got over it! House was clean and close to the mountain

We were really enjoyed the stayed. The house had everything we needed. Checkin process was super easy and the house is super nice. Henry was very responsive and helpful. We will definitely stay here again in next summer trip. Thank you Henry!

The house is great! Perfect for our stay with family friends. The view of the pond is amazing and loved that there are canoes, kayaks, lifejackets, and some sand toys available. We also really enjoyed the fire pit. The small town of Bridgton is nearby and very cute with variety of shops and restaurants. Remember to pack towels for the kitchen as well as the bathroom. We didn't bring kitchen towels and it was a bit of a nusience.

What a perfect week stay on Beaver Pond. Yes the pond was full of weeds but you could stay in the sandy beach front or float around without any issues. The animals in the camp didn’t bother any of the kids they actually thought they were fun to say goodnight and good morning too! Henry was easy to communicate with. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and was perfect for larger groups with many levels of living space!

Plenty of room with 4 levels, a good size yard and beach. Very picturesque overlooking the lake and mountains. Perhaps the best appointed facility we have ever stayed at for both outdoor and indoor activities; not to mention anything you might need in the kitchen. Communications and followup with the owner couldn't have been better

We had a wonderful time at this house with our family! It was a spotless and well-kept home with plenty of space for everyone and everything we needed to cook our meals every day and relax. We had lovely sunset dinners on the porch in the evening while we watched beavers swimming by and loons. We loved the sandy beach area and access to the pond, which was clean and pleasant to swim in, as well as the boats and lifejackets to explore the water. We also enjoyed being so close to Bridgton, where we saw a movie, played on the Town Commons playground and enjoyed some ice cream, and surrounding towns, where we hiked Hawk Mountain and visited a brewery. Our kids LOVED the obstacle course at Pondicherry Park by the Lakes Environmental Association building. We had a few issues with spotty internet, which Henry was very helpful with, but it was also to be expected in this rural area of Maine. Our 5-year-olds did not mind the taxidermy. All in all, it was our best family vacation yet despite a few rainy days and we hope to come back again next summer!

Lots to say about this wonderful vacation rental. First of all, the location of the property couldn’t be better. Only 10 minutes from Bridgton and all its small town pleasures: Reny’s, Bridgton Books, the Magic Lantern Theater, the drive-in, Pondicherry Park for an easy hike through a gorgeous forest, the Gazebo for ice cream and giant board games, Highland Lake for swimming. Highly recommend Ricky’s Diner for breakfast (try the homemade hash) and the Black Horse Tavern for dinner (delicious fried shrimp). Then it’s less than 30 minutes from Fryeburg for tubing on the Saco River and barbecue at the 302 West Smokehouse & Tavern. Story Land and North Conway are about 45 minutes away, both of which we enjoyed. Yes, my 19-year-old twins and their two friends all loved going to Story Land and “reliving” their childhood. It’s still fun for all ages. Beaver Pond is wonderful for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Not so great for swimming (bottom is really mucky) but we found the giant duck float in a shed attached to the house and enjoyed floating around on that. The side of the pond the house is on (East facing?) gets full sun, so you can stay out on the water all day if you want. Inside, the house is spacious, well equipped, and clean. We brought our Roku to use with the TV but connection was spotty, so we ended up using the TV only for watching a couple of DVDs we had brought with us. The mattresses seemed very new and no one complained about being uncomfortable, as is often the case with rentals. We had to bring our own sheets, bath towels, and beach towels, but I didn’t really mind because I kind of prefer my own linens anyway. Don’t forget towels to use as bath mats and towels to use to dry dishes! PLEASE NOTE: As the photos and reviews indicate, there are a LOT of animal heads on the walls. In fact, several more were added to the family room apparently after these photos were taken. And what the photos don’t show are the deer and bear heads on the bedroom walls. If this is the kind of thing that bothers you or your children, think twice before renting this property. My teens ended up naming the animal heads to make a game out of it for themselves. The rest of the decor is creative and totally appropriate for Maine. Someone sure had fun shopping! Henry was easy to communicate with and very responsive to all my inquiries. All in all, we enjoyed our time on Beaver Pond.

Absolutely love our stay. Henry, the homeowner was super responsive and the place was very clean and ready for our stay upon arrival. Definitely would recommend.

This is a terrific home with so many activities to do on the property. The location was perfect for us as it was close enough to drive to the coast while also right near great hiking trails. We hope to be back!

My dad loves fishing and he must have caught 40 + fish over the course of the week. There is a sandy beach in the yard over looking the water. It is a little tough to get into the water from the yard due to a cement drop but there is a beach right next door to the property. We had this all to ourselves and we swam and launched the kayaks from here. The water was so clean. It is next to a somewhat busy road so you do hear a bit of road traffic at times. The property is very spacious and my toddler had plenty to do. There are a few neighbors down the lane but we never ran into any of them. The house is huge. It is a great set up with a laundry room, living room area and bed and bath on the lowest two floors. We had a couple stay down there and it was very private for them. They had to work a few mornings and we never even heard them doing their zoom meetings. This also walks out to the back yard. The main floor has a very large living room and dining area. The kitchen is also open to this area so it’s nice to be able to socialize while cooking. The only possible negative, which is apparent from the pictures, is the many animal heads on the walls. They are pretty much in every room so if this sort of thing bothers you a lot, this is not the place for you. The top level had two very spacious bedrooms and one smaller bedroom. The deck is huge and has an incredible view. It is off the kitchen. We spent every night having a bon fire and firewood was very easy to find in the area. There are many lakes and ponds which seem easily accessible in the area. The little downtown is very cute and we had a wonderful time at the Depot Street Tap house for drinks and Vivo Italian kitchen for dinner. Both had outside seating. There are also some hiking trails downtown which go over a nice wood bridge and trails in the woods. This was perfect for my three year old. We spent a few days hiking area mountains and had a good hike up Black Cap Mountain which was ok for my toddler and older parents. The more athletic adults in our group were able to find more challenging mountains in the area. Only about 30 minutes away is North Conway and we had a great time there. Many shops and places to stop for food and drinks. We were unable to get into Echo lake as some of the outdoor parks and trails require reservations due to Covid. Overall this was a great spot. It was more than comfortable for our group of six adults and one toddler. Henry was easy to work with

Beautiful home which was well equipped right on the shore of Beaver Pond. Grandchildren (2), ages 3 and 7, loved all the levels in the home and playspace available to them. Reccomend highly! Communication with owner was prompt and helpful

Overall we had a very good time. The private access to the pond was amazing as were the views. This is a real gem of a property. A few things to note: The host was super helpful. They provided us with 2 kayaks, a canoe, and four HUGE floaters. The host paid me back when the grill ran out of propane. The host called a technician when the internet went out. The lake is amazing. It gets super quiet and flat at night which is perfect for an after dinner swim or kayak trip. The house has a lot of animal heads on the walls. We didn’t notice them in the photos, and upon arrival they scared all of our kids. The house was low on essentials like paper towels and toilet paper. There’s a fair amount of road noise. Nothing too bad but it felt a bit out of place to hear a semi engine braking while kayaking.

My family and I had a wonderful time at the lakehouse. The lake is extremely quiet and peaceful, and we kayaked and swam every day. Also caught some good sized bass! The location is super convenient - restaurants and a grocery store are less than 10 minutes away. The house is spacious and clean as well. Henry was extremely responsive when a few questions popped up. I highly recommend staying here.

Mr. Demillo was great with communication and the house was beautiful and clean. Very happy about our stay and will hopefully be returning in the near future

Wonderful view, very clean and the communication was outstanding. Recommend 100%

We came for my sons graduation from college and had an amazing family trip. Kayaks, canoeing, s’mores by the fire, caught 4 fish off the dock and threw back:). The owner was accommodating and easy to deal with. Loved it!

A private feeling location right on the water. We enjoyed the property and the ability to get right into the water whenever we wanted. It was also nice being close enough to town, we could easily pick up groceries or grab a bite at plenty of good spots. A perfect place for a family vacation, or a small group looking for a quintessential Maine getaway.

Beautiful location and very comfortable accommodation.

Very nice house spaced perfectly for two families with small kids. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back!

Second stay there. Very comfortable . Great location.

We had such a lovely stay on the pond. Kayaks and canoe were in constant use. Such a peaceful place. The home is welcoming and thoughtfully laid out. We will definitely return! Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Surprised to see a For Sale sign up when we arrived and trash scattered on ground.Apparently the home is being alittle neglected. He asks you enter thru garage, first impressions can tell a lot. The garage was filthy with outside debris,blinds were dirty and missing,work equipment all over,personal items scattered. inside the home was dirty. The refrigerator had hair in it and was dirty, counters and table were sticky. There was a large leak in the kitchen. The other home I rented had everything I would need,this one had no bathroom rugs to step out on etc.He was very accommodating however, he did send someone over to clean it better. However all they did was get the hair out of the refrigerator. Living room table was glass top and dirty along with the windows.Area rugs thru out were not vacuumed at all. This home has the potential to be beautiful and it is centrally located to everything. We made the best of it.I don't think I would use this site again for a rental property.

The house has an incredible view of Beaver Pond. Quiet and secluded, it was wonderful for a lovely weekend getaway. We enjoyed the fire pit, canoe, and kayaks. Beaver Bond was lovely and very enjoyable. The house location was close to town, which had great shops and a cute ice cream place. The layout of the house was also very accommodating for our family (immediate family plus grandparents). Nice sized kitchen, plenty of bathrooms, lots of sitting room around the table, and good bedrooms. Everyone agreed it was a great trip!

We had a very nice stay in Bridgton, the cabin was well equipped, the surroundings were peaceful and the scenery breathtaking. We saw lots of wildlife, beavers, loons, ducks and turtles, we spent a morning exploring the pond in the kayaks, its a perfect pond for kayaks. We enjoyed a night under the stars, toasting marshmallows on the fire pit. We have been vacationing in that area for many many years now, there is so much to do, from Bridgton drive in movie theater, browsing the quaint little stores in Bridgton, the town beach and of course a vacation is not complete without a trip to the Gazebo for ice cream. Some great local places to eat, Ricky's Diner serve a great breakfast and the Black Horse Tavern is always a great experience. We took a day trip to Mt.Washington and drove the auto road, we saw a Mommy and baby moose, we did some browsing around the stores in North Conway and of course a trip to the Moody Moose Restaurant and the Lobster Trap, two of our other favorite restaurants. Its always a great time visiting Bridgton. Henry was a pleasure to deal with and responded to any questions we had in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone looking to get away from it all. All in all a very position experience.

I agree with most of the previous reviews. The pictures don't do this home any justice. It's much nicer in person. First off the owner, Henry is easy to contact and he gets back to you very quickly. He is great to deal with. The house is fantastic, from its location on the pond to the cleanliness. We used the canoe and kayaks everyday to fish and paddle around the pond. The fishing was excellent! The fire pit outside is great at night. We also saw a lot of wildlife while here. A beaver made an appearance at dusk every night and there was a duck at the beach everyday. The back deck was huge and we ate outside for every meal. We will go for sure!

The pictures don't do this house justice! We had a great time using the canoe and kayaks for fishing and just paddling around. The pond is gorgeous. We relaxed at night around the fire pit..it was great. Henry was easy to get a hold of and very easy going.. We had 6 adults and the house fit us comfortably. The kitchen is stocked with utensils and pots and pans. We are definitely booking again!

This home has the best lot on Beaver pond. The house was both bigger and nicer than we expected! The highlights were the kayaks, canoe, and fire pit. There was plenty of dry firewood for evenings sitting by the lake next to the fire. The kids loved the swimming rings, horse shoes, board games, and wiffle ball and bat. We saw our first wild beavers ever in our lives! They tended to swim by the home in the early evenings. We also saw turtles, woodpeckers, toads, and fish. Beaver pond appears to be a really healthy ecosystem. The water was perfect for swimming. We had plans for sightseeing, but the house and lake were so wonderful that we ended up staying on Beaver Pond. The only thing we did was hike up Shawnee Peak for the views and wild strawberry and blueberry picking. As for the home itself, the renovations were very nicely done with a moose theme. The house is huge. We didn't even use the bottom two levels. The kitchen is right off the deck, and we ate almost every meal on the deck. We did have one hiccup - no hot water on arrival. Henry was really nice about it and sent a guy immediately out to install a new pump. Great landlord!! We are so thankful for our week in Henry's beautiful home!

As I drove up to the house, it was a "10" based on the location. The inside scored a "10" as well. All of my family members loved the home, the lake, the town. Very comfortable beds and layout of the home. Kayaks and canoe are provided along with beautiful fire pit on the beach with plenty of wood in the shed. A wonderful place to create family memories. We will definitely return to this rental. Loved sitting on the deck and taking in the view - so relaxing. A must rent again for sure!!!!!