We had a great stay. The lake was very quiet with hardly any boaters. The cottage was located close to restaurants. Residents are very watchful about maintaining the speed limit on the road we stayed on and quick to complain.

We had a great week at the lake (Second week in July 2022). The weather was perfect. The house has a private beach with a dock and swim raft. We went swimming, kayaking and canoeing everyday.

Beautiful spot on a pond

Beautiful spot on a pond

Cottage was very nice. Use of kayaks and canoe were great bonus. Nice fire pit and chairs. Everything you need is there!

Mary was excellent from the beginning, she was available anytime we needed her, we loved our vacation. Her home was peaceful and comfortable.

Mary was excellent from the beginning, she was available anytime we needed her, we loved our vacation. Her home was peaceful and comfortable.

The house was very clean, the beds were comfortable and the water was great. Very relaxing and quiet. Great place to stay as they had everything. We enjoyed kayaking and found an island Mary talked about. We're very picky house renters and Isla's Will fit the bill.

Cottage was very nice. Use of kayaks and canoe were great bonus. Nice fire pit and chairs. Everything you need is there!

The house was very clean, the beds were comfortable and the water was great. Very relaxing and quiet. Great place to stay as they had everything. We enjoyed kayaking and found an island Mary talked about. We're very picky house renters and Isla's Will fit the bill.

Great experience. Mary is wonderful.

Great experience. Mary is wonderful.

This is a close-to-Portland and very convenient location situated at the end of a road, so despite proximity to suburban Maine, it is mostly a private site. The house was nicer even than the pictures depict and very much as described by both the lovely owners and the previous guests. It is more house than cabin or camp and even has air conditioning (smart move given that summers are getting warmer). The WiFi connection was excellent and we were all three able to work and Zoom without a hitch. For an end-of-September stay, it was wonderfully quiet and peaceful with very few of the many houses on all sides of the pond occupied, so we mostly had the pond to ourselves. Given the number of houses I would think this pond quite busy in peak summer—ideal for a family vacation with children or teens—with this house’s spot adjacent to a wooded natural area being quite prime. Our visit coincided with the moon’s peak and the moon rises were spectacular, directly across the pond. Our last night we had an owl calling. The loons were there daily (and nightly) as were a number of ducks (wood ducks and mallards), herons, woodpeckers, chickadees and plenty of lingering warblers and vireos.

This is a close-to-Portland and very convenient location situated at the end of a road, so despite proximity to suburban Maine, it is mostly a private site. The house was nicer even than the pictures depict and very much as described by both the lovely owners and the previous guests. It is more house than cabin or camp and even has air conditioning (smart move given that summers are getting warmer). The WiFi connection was excellent and we were all three able to work and Zoom without a hitch. For an end-of-September stay, it was wonderfully quiet and peaceful with very few of the many houses on all sides of the pond occupied, so we mostly had the pond to ourselves. Given the number of houses I would think this pond quite busy in peak summer—ideal for a family vacation with children or teens—with this house’s spot adjacent to a wooded natural area being quite prime. Our visit coincided with the moon’s peak and the moon rises were spectacular, directly across the pond. Our last night we had an owl calling. The loons were there daily (and nightly) as were a number of ducks (wood ducks and mallards), herons, woodpeckers, chickadees and plenty of lingering warblers and vireos.

Loved out time and Mary was very responsive. Thank you very much.

Loved out time and Mary was very responsive. Thank you very much.

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at Isla's Will very much. Property was clean and very organized. We loved our morning sunrise from the deck and kitchen. It was a full moon during our stay, so we enjoyed many gorgeous moon rises as well. Loon calls in the evening echo over the pond. Beautiful sound to hear. The chipmunks and turtles were quite entertaining. We saw a couple eagles fly by. We hiked a bit in the wildlife area next to cottage. Very nice. The view from hawk mountain is absolutely amazing. Mary is a very nice woman. Communication with her could not be any easier. She has so much information about our stay, it left little to no questions. However, we knew if we needed anything, she was just a phone call away. Our visit was just the two of us, but plenty of room for more adults and children. The atmosphere is very welcoming and homie. We felt quite comfortable as soon as we got there. My husband enjoyed fishing from the dock. We were sad to leave this slice of heaven. We hope to be back next year. Thank you Mary. We loved Isla's Will.

We had a nice week. The location is fabulous and Mary is a wonderful host. We kayaked, fished and swam. Walked the trail and biked the road. Used the canoe and had a couple camp fires and roasted marshmallows. We saw a kingfisher, the loons came up close while we were kayaking. The eagle swooped down and snagged a fish right in front of us on one trip. Blue Heron flew between us just minutes after. The pond is nice and quiet. Perfect for a get away. The camp fit the four of us perfectly with room for visitors.

We had a nice week. The location is fabulous and Mary is a wonderful host. We kayaked, fished and swam. Walked the trail and biked the road. Used the canoe and had a couple camp fires and roasted marshmallows. We saw a kingfisher, the loons came up close while we were kayaking. The eagle swooped down and snagged a fish right in front of us on one trip. Blue Heron flew between us just minutes after. The pond is nice and quiet. Perfect for a get away. The camp fit the four of us perfectly with room for visitors.

Everybody in my family loved the house and the lake. The lake itself is pristine and clear - a lot of wildlife too, from ducks to loons to turtles to a majestic bald eagle. The water was warm and the kids spent many hours in the water each day. As far as cottage, it was comfortable and spotless, we were thankful for air conditioner since it was actually quite hot during the week that we stayed. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well-stocked and Mary is one of the most attentive and pleasant hosts I ever had to deal with. Thank you for the wonderful week.

This was a great time to get away from it all. We were really able to stay put most of the week because we never wanted to leave the amazing views and peaceful paradise. It really is an incredible private little lake. Not much boat traffic. Mary’s spot is ideal- so serene. We did a day trip to Portland and some hikes . Sunset on Hackers hill was spectacular and the I’ve cream at mosquitos so good!

This lakefront home was a great place for our family to enjoy. The home accommodates the family including a four year old. The property has several places from which to enjoy the lakefront view, eat a meal, read a book and even a small lawn area for some games. The water, deck and float where great and the lake itself is fairly quiet, clean and not too developed. The kitchen was very well equipped and allowed the family to make some amazing meals. The owner was very helpful through the process.

First, Mary was SO easy to deal with. It was covid and things were changing. But we were planning to just isolate by ourselves up there. She was super easy to talk to, quick responses, very thoughtful about her COVID prep (like advised us to bring our own pillows just in case, of took the jigsaw puzzles out of the house bc they’re porous). We just brought some of our own games but I appreciated that she thought things through. The house was perfect for a single family, maybe 2. We had kayaks, and the swim platform, and discovered little islands on Thomas pond. We saw turtles, frogs, eagles, loons. It was just beautiful and relaxing from morning to night. We figured out grocery and food delivery. Drove through some cute towns that we’ll explore next time. It really reset us and we’ll be back!

This home on Thomas Pond was the perfect place for relaxing and enjoying the region near Sebago Lake. Mary was the perfect host, very responsive and helpful in all her suggestions. The house was extremely clean and well stocked on the end of a peninsula, so extremely quiet and private. They supplied 3 kayaks and a canoe which we utilized at least once a day. The pond is large enough with undeveloped areas and coves to make the kayaking and birding always interesting. We saw Loons, osprey, an eagle and migrating birds. There were plenty of places to hike for all ages. We especially enjoyed the views from Hawk Mountain and the Beaver Loop Trail in Sebago State Park. During this period with the Coronavirus, we felt perfectly safe, isolated but never bored. I would highly recommend this wonderful home and hope to return.

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy the beauty of lake and forest. Mary was easy to work with and very caring.

Location, location, location. Mary’s cottage is what anyone would think of for a lake house getaway in Maine...and then some. No pictures can describe the beauty and vastness of this place. At the end of a dead end street, there’s one neighbor and nothing but woods and a quiet little cove to yourself. Amazing views from every window. We spent a week and only left the cottage for a day trip to Portland and another to check out Hacker’s Hill. Plenty of space for any kid’s imagination to run wild! Thank you Mary for going above and beyond any owner we’ve come across in the past 4 years using HomeAway. One other note, my wife is a chef and the plethora of local food we were able to find blew us away! Maine has much more to offer than just lobster! Highly recommend this place to families looking for an amazing relaxing vacation. Can’t say enough, enjoy!

A beautiful lake front house with all the amenities of home. The flowers as you walk down the path from the driveway to the house are very welcoming. We had everything we needed to be comfortable. We had fun rowing and fishing around the lake on the 3 kayaks and canoe that are provided along with life jackets of various sizes. There is a lot of boat traffic on the lake on weekends with lots of people watching. The motorized boaters were very courteous of those paddling. The fishing was great, my son caught a 5-6 pound large mouth bass which made his day. We visited over the 4th of July and although we were not able to see the towns fireworks, the other residents of the lake sure did put on a spectacular fireworks show. This cabin is on the quiet side of the pond with a neighbor on one side, who we didn't see very much, and open space on the other side, so there is peace, quiet and privacy. We would definitely recommend this home to stay at.

We had a great time at the cottage. Very clean and location was great. Loved spending our days out in the canoe on the water. I really loved listening to the loons. The owner was very helpful and nice. Would definitely recommend it to family and friends.

The house and area are beautiful. Whole family enjoyed the canoe and kayaks provided.

This is a homey, well maintained very clean cottage right on the lake. We enjoyed our stay here. The owner is very accommodating and a pleasure to work with. There is one quite large bedroom, one medium sized bedroom and a loft which offers no privacy but is suitable for children or family members. Highly recommended for a quiet, private getaway that is not far from Portland.

This home is everything it said it was and more. Plenty of room for our family of 8 to be enjoying the inside and activities of the outdoors. Home was perfectly attended to with all our needs met and absolutely spotless. The setting outdoors was quiet and exactly what we all were looking for. Kids took a late September swim and used the kayaks then walked the trails. The host, Mary, was easy to email before the trip with area details and suggested activities. She is very kind and attentive. Didn't need to contact during the stay-we had everything we needed. We absolutely suggest this home and would love to return. Thank you!

If you are looking for rest and relaxation in a peaceful, picturesque setting - this is the place for you. The property is lovely and we were able to take advantage of nearly everything it offers - canoeing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, sitting out by the fire pit and simply enjoying the view from the porch. The house is very convenient to services but the best part of the location is that it is so private and quiet. We plan to visit again next year.