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Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram

The Maine Country House is an adorable 3 bedroom Colonial that is perfect for families and intimate getaways alike. This fully equipped property can accommodate up to 9 guests and is located 30 seconds from, and has full access to, beautiful Lake Christopher. The house is in the Village of Bryant Pond, aka Woodstock, just minutes from Sunday River & Mt. Abram skiing & the Town of Bethel.

You can spend your days on the water using our canoes, kayak and docks. Outdoor sports equipment is also available to enhance the fun. This is done through a shared lawn space with our property next door, The Maine House. This property can access the left dock facing the water and access a portion of the lawn on the left side if you so choose. You can enjoy a great view of the lake, beautifully landscaped yard, and views of the lake from the enclosed porch, new deck and hot tub. The house also offers a full yard and gas grill.

We have provided all the basics, such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, sheets, and towels. We also make available a few extras such as a fireplace, washer & dryer, dishwasher, WiFi internet access, TV/DVD, and stereo.

EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT: We will negotiate an early check-in time and/or a late check-out time if there are no back-to-back groups with reservations.

We have TWO houses, The Maine House #102687 (1 of 2), The Country House #153426 (2 of 2), both are next door to each other and often rent together.

Property manager

Tim Salvesen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: If you need to smoke please do so outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Woodstock, ME

What's nearby

  • Mt. Abram - 10 min drive
  • Snow Falls - 14 min drive
  • Sunday River - 18 min drive
  • Sunday River - 21 min drive
  • Kezar Lake - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local Hub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Breau's Too - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loose Boots Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Last Run Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Korhonen Land Care Cushman Rd - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mineral Collector and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mt. Abram and North Pond. Bethel Chamber of Commerce and Bethel Pathway are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Country House on Lake Christopher 14 Miles to Sunday River & 5 Miles to Mt Abram Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House for Group
Our group spent 5 days here. Nice place, fit our group of hikers well. Near beach and water. A+
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lakehouse
The house exceeded our expectations (the pictures don’t do it justice online). Lake was beautiful, canoes being available was a major plus, and Tim was a very responsive host. Check in and checkout were seamless. One downside was that the lakeside area is shared space with the other rental house - which is not a problem until it is. On the first day. the party staying at the other house took slight issue with us sharing the space, which led to an awkward start to the weekend. Wasn’t a big problem overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting!
We loved the setting and especially the hot tub!! So lovely and secluded. The house was well set up with a nice kitchen and bedrooms. We hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elana K.

Sunday river ski trip
This place was great for our Sunday river ski trip with friends. Great location, about 20 minute drive to the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was just as described. Very quiet. Having the hot tub was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Ok
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W., Grand Island, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult siblings and spouse get away.
My husband and my two brothers along with their wives went to Maine for a much needed vacation. The Country House worked perfectly for our group. The beautiful lake, hot tub and wonderful local countryside was all very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuri P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property review
Nice property, we loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for ski trip
Tim’s lake/mountain house is the perfect place for friends and a weekend of cheer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Family Getaway
This home was perfect for our family getaway; very clean, extremely well-equipped, wonderful hut tub and a cozy fireplace. We were well taken care of and enjoyed a very relaxing long weekend. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ethan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome and clean house!
Lovely house on the lake for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brandon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
Quaint and affordable. A little outdated but didn’t take away from the great time we had. Definitely bring a mattress topper as the beds are a bit… stiff. Other than that great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
I was nice, everything worked . House is so adorable but in need of some deep cleaning and some extra T.L.C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, but a little outdated
We had a nice weekend at the country house. Due to the cold weather some of the pipes froze and I had to go into the basement and direct a heater and fan into a crawl space to help thaw them out. The house was sufficient for what we needed, but it is in need of an update. We probably won't be visiting that area of Maine again, but if we did I'm not sure if we would stay at that location. Not because of the house, more we would want to be closer to the ski mountains. It was very close to the Mineral Museum of Maine, which was incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Rustic
We had a blast at this cozy house in Maine! The pond was gorgeous & our favorite parts were the fireplace and hot tub. A very quaint and pleasant experience - we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Yuriy K., Boston

Cozy house close enough to Sunday River
The house had everything we needed to stay and cook meals and the hot tub was great. The fireplace was nice too. The steps weren't shoveled of snow, some recycling was left behind from previous guests, and the oven was dirty enough we felt we had to clean it before use. Other than that, everything about the house was dated (except the new hot tub) but does the job. So good house to stay at but could use better maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Diane D.

The Pond is wonderful. Easy access for walking or car.
The property looked very quaint from the pictures. Inside it feels tired and in need of updates and cleaning. As we walked in we couldn't help but notice a strong, stale and sour smell (more than just an old house smell) that permeated the whole house. We opened windows and used fans which helped a little. By the second day the smell was only an annoyance but not terrible. Although only some of the windows opened, many of those needed to be propped open. Some window blinds were broken or absent. Dishwasher and washer and dryer were very helpful. New deck and hot tub were a wonderful place to hang out and stargaze. Having a first floor full bath was very handy especially coming in from the pond. At one point we thought we had a possible safety issue and the owners responded quickly with information that eased our fears. It would have been good to have a property instruction booklet to explain all the "how to's". We did not know which pier and equipment we could use. Was the firepit by the pond available to us? Etc. If these issues could be resolved we could see this house and pond as a "go to" place for future wonderful vacations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Week stay
House is older and in need of repairs but that is somewhat reflective in the price. The cleaners/management were great. Found it odd with the dock sharing process but overall was a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Heidi L.

Perfect Summer Getaway
Like so many this year, we had to cancel our original summer plans, but were very fortunate to find this place. We enjoyed a week long stay, with canoeing, swimming, games, hiking and hot tub. The house had everything we needed. It's true to the photos - dated furnishings, but spacious and has everything you need for a week at the lake. My only critique is that the floors were left fairly dirty from the previous renter (with obvious confetti everywhere). It was a little strange, as the rest of the house had clearly been cleaned before our arrival - just the floors were a bit of a mess. We swept up and enjoyed the week.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Vincent C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Pictures not accurate, not worth money.
Lake is very nice, has strong current & wind, if have small kids that are not great swimmers use caution. The house is not clean other than the beds being made, the rooms are dusty, the bathroom had mold on floor. Tile was cracked/chipped and insects on ceiling in other. The dishes were dirty, and the jacuzzi had debris in it, Unsure if cleaned from last guests:-(, several broken electrical outlets. After second call into owner he returned call, seemed nice said would address my concerns and never called back! I ATTEMPTED contact 2x more times and he NEVER returned my calls. The barbecue was falling apart and all grease. Bottom line: location great but house needs cleaning and upkeep. I do not feel worth the price paid per night for condition of exterior and interior of lodging. My family felt unsettled sleeping & eating in these conditions. Pictures are misleading.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location.
House was spacious. Good amenities. Great access to lake and route 26.

8/10 Good

Jazmyne C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a group of 7! The location is great the hot tub was amazing but we had ask for no cleaning fee which we still had to pay no big deal but when we got there the place was not clean we started to clean ourselves when we were told someone would be there to clean after us doing it for over an hour...... we did not get any type of refund and it’s a little disappointing

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time with the family
Check in was a breeze, the house had plenty of space. Family enjoyed swimming, running outdoors and using the canoes/kayaks that were available. We definitely want to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Description could be made more accurate
Overall, this was a good place for families with children and we enjoyed our stay. We appreciate that we were given a delayed check-out time. The description of offerings should be updated though. A draw for us was the "play house". However, it was locked and was used as storage for lawn care equipment. The windsurfer sail was broken. The grill was too sooty to be usable. A burner on the kitchen stove didn't work. The owner was not responsive to our emails in advance, but was responsive once we arrived and started texting.

8/10 Good

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to unwind
The Maine Country House is a comfortable old home located steps to a crystal clear, quiet lake. We enjoyed the deck and screened porch for meals. We spent the days floating in tubes on the lake within feet of the loons and went canoeing at sunset. The kitchen was adequately supplied, suggestions are more drinking glasses, a colander and caffeinated coffee (coffee was provided, but only decaf was there when we arrived, fortunately we brought our own). Also recommend Wifi connection information be posted. A great place to get away and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020