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Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef!

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
Exterior
4 bedrooms, memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef!

Welcome to our relaxing and rustic, lakefront property situated on Sebec lake. The 3 bedroom (3 queen beds plus 1 sleeper sofa to sleep 8 guests), 2 ½ bath home. Also, the "Loft" above the garage is available for additional fee to guests desiring a 4th bedroom with a queen bed, 14" memory foam mattress, ceiling fan, and over 300 square feet of private space. It has a queen bed plus twin day bed and a trundle sleeping up to 4 guests, no bathroom. More info on our page, just search for PineTreeStays and save!

Please ask for additional pricing. Main house+loft=sleeps 12 guests.
Other: free WIFI, fireplace, screened outdoor kitchen, and fire pit.

Completely furnished with all the amenities you need to be as comfortable as possible during your stay, including washer and dryer, linens and towels, and a full kitchen.

We also can provide PRIVATE CHEF services upon request for guests that desire to have a special dinner or cookout prepared by a local private chef at the Sebec Lake House! Chef will design the menu based on your requirements, shop for all of the ingredients, prepare the meal, and clean up afterwards. Please inquire for details.

You can also check out our sister properties: Lily Bay Chalet and Beaver Cove House - Moosehead Lake waterfronts (both on the same road).
Lily Bay Chalet: https://abnb.me/W6AatUuyGCb
Beaver Cove House: https://abnb.me/9UkcLW1yGCb

Other special details throughout the Sebec Lake House include radiant heat, deck fire pit, fireplace, outside fire pit (firewood not included, please bring your own), indoor/outdoor bluetooth speaker, wireless internet, Roku TV with your own log in.

For TVs: You will be able to log into your own account (for example Netflix or Disney+) and with our guest option you will be automatically logged out when you set it to your check out date.

With Roku streaming you can stream top free or paid programming from services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Apple TV, HBO, SHOWTIME, PBS, and The Roku Channel.

Finished basement with a walkout to the lake. Dock available for use with a floating island and 2 kayaks. Public boat launch is less than ½ mile away. Fish all year long including great ice fishing in the winter!

We love pets too, but please be respectful of our property. Pets have to be housebroken and any outside droppings have to be removed or fee will be assessed. Pet fee is per pet per stay.

$100 Pet fee is per animal per stay. Maximum is 2 pets unless agreed upon prior to stay. Example 2 dogs would be 2 x$100 for the stay. Pets have to be housebroken and any damage to the property will be taken out of the damage deposit. Guest are required to pick up any outside pet droppings from around the property or fee will be taken out of the damage deposit.
Security: 1 security camera on the front left corner of the house pointing at the parking area and front door and 1 camera on the back of the house in the left corner pointing at the backyard and the deck. Devices record automatically when sense any motion fit security reasons. No devices inside the house or pointing at the inside of the house.

In the fall, the dock is removed from the water for winter months and it's not put back in until around Memorial Day weekend depending on the lake water level . This is a normal occurrence for lake houses in Maine in order to protect the docks from ice damages. Guests still have private access to the lake.

The outdoor furniture is placed into storage for the winter months as well.

Supplies provided include 1 roll of paper towels in the kitchen and a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom. Please plan accordingly if you will need more supplies and bring them with you.

Please see our sister property that can sleep up to 16 guests: Lily Bay Chalet on Moosehead Lake in Maine.

Boat rentals--party barge, fishing boats, waterskis and wakeboards are all available at Tim Merrril & Co across the lake in DoverFoxcroft. Water temperature reaches almost 80F degrees in the summer months, so great for water activities. The water is unbelievably clean and clear. Daytime temps in the summer months range from 75-90F, with the evenings 50-70.

Other Activities: There are 4 nine hole golf courses within a 25 mile radius. Eighteen hole courses, some very nice about an hour away. There is great fly fishing and whitewater rafting on the Penobscot river 1 1/2 hours away. Shopping and restaurants are in Dover Foxcroft 1/2 hour away. Great hiking can be found at Boarstone Mountain, Baxter State Park, and Gulf Hagus. Peaks-Kenny State Park is part of Sebec Lake. Also within a half hour are tennis courts and horseback riding. Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor make for a nice day trip from the lake house about 2 hours away.

More on Sebec Lake:

Located in central Maine's Piscataquis River Valley, Sebec Lake is surrounded by a land of recreational opportunity. Whether you come to relax in New England's rural countryside or accept the challenge of the Appalachian Trail, Sebec Lake has it all. Boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, canoeing, scenic drives and wildlife viewing are among the many activities found in the Maine Highlands region that surrounds Sebec Lake.

A scenic 45-mile drive northwest of Bangor takes you to the rolling hills and wooded shoreline of Lake Sebec. The 11-mile long lake is formed on the Sebec River by the Sebec Dam. Twice a year Sebec Lake's water level is lowered from its average depth of 42 feet to encourage the salmon spawning.

More than 800 properties are tucked among the trees surrounding Sebec Lake. Whether you select a lakeside or countryside vacation rental, the lake will provide the perfect home away from home. Here you can wake to fresh mountain air, plan your daytime excursions, and relax to the calling of loons at the end of a perfect day. Visitor needs are served by the quaint communities of Dover-Foxcroft, Bowerbank, Milo, Willimantic and Sebec.

Peaks-Kenny State Park is near the community of Dover-Foxcroft. Here you will find 813 acres offering campsites, picnic areas, restrooms, showers, a bathhouse and beach. Several public parks and ramps can be found along Sebec Lake's shoreline, concentrated in the communities of Dover-Foxcroft, Sebec and the village of Sebec Lake. The Milo Public Boat Landing provides access to Sebec Lake from the Sebec River.

Maine's Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Department places Sebec Lake in Region E (Moosehead Region). They state that the pristine waters of Sebec Lake are one of the original homes of landlocked salmon in Maine. Stocked lake trout can also be found along with smallmouth bass and white perch.

The dramatic view that spans Sebec Lake's horizon includes Mount Katahdin. At 5,267 feet, it is Maine's highest mountain and the end of the Appalachian Trail. To the north of Sebec Lake is Borestone Mountain. Here you can hike the trails of the 1,640-acre Borestone Mountain Audubon Sanctuary or visit their interpretive nature center. Located within the shadows of the mountains are Moosehead Lake, Maine's largest lake, and Baxter State Park, where you can enjoy hiking, climbing and camping.

Whether you choose to canoe, kayak, bike, hike or drive into Sebec Lake's countryside, the scenery is spectacular. Not to be missed are the nineteenth-century Katahdin Iron Works State Historic Site and two National Natural Landmarks. The first is Gulf Hagas, a 3.5-mile long gorge that is part of the Appalachian Trail. In contrast to the rugged bedrock of the gorge, "The Hermitage" holds 35 acres of Maine's oldest white pines and is protected by the Nature Conservancy.

Summer is not the only busy season at Sebec Lake. When "leaf peepers" arrive to view the spectacular color around Lake Sebec, thoughts turn to camping, hiking and the chance to hunt. Among the wildlife to be found in the forests or game preserves are black bear, moose, deer, elk and game birds. During the winter, Sebec Lake residents can expect to see temperatures approach zero with area snowfalls averaging 85 inches annually. This is the season for ice fishing, snowmobiles, skis, snowshoes and dogsleds. No matter the season or choice of recreation, a stay at Sebec Lake will place you central to it all.

Property manager

Raf and Jenn - PineTreeStays.com

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only allowed outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $100 pet fee per pet for the entire stay

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Bowerbank, ME

What's nearby

  • Sebec Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Center Theatre Inc. - 39 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Piscatiquis County Ice Arena - 41 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Peaks-Kenny State Park - 51 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Schoodic Lake - 63 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pat's Pizza Dover-Foxcroft - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Bear's Den - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Peace Love & Waffles - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Nor'easter - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Spruce Mill Farm Kitchen - ‬39 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Sebec Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Pleasant River. Woodlawn Museum and Center Theatre Inc. are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Lakefront house on Sebec Lake, ME. Fast WiFi, chef! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature's Tapestry
Absolute perfection. Quiet, beautiful, cozy, and inspiring. The physical dwelling is stunning- the consideration to detail in the design is noteworthy, and waking up to the floor to ceiling window view over the lake was something of dreams. Everything delivered as promised and then some! If I HAVE to find a critique, it would be that it was a little difficult to get the kayaks/paddleboards to the water from where they are stowed, but I have a hunch the water level was super low and that issue isn't the norm. The exterior of the property is somehow more impressive than the interior, nestled in the trees and buzzing with wildlife. From morning mallards, mid afternoon Bald Eagles, to the late night coyotes howling at the moon, this beautiful spot makes it impossible to ignore your connection to Mother Nature. A truly serene escape to focus on little else than loved ones and enjoying the landscape of God's canvas. We will certainly be back! Stop thinking and book this one- unless I'm trying to schedule a trip back at the same time- then don't:)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S., San martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake house
Perfect house to relax and spend time with family and friends. Main house fits 6 adults comfortably. We did opt for the over garage room for our adult son to stay since we had 2 couples and 2 adult children. The main house and garage would be great for 4 couples and a few kids for sleeping. The house is super spacious. Plenty of places to sit and relax and spread out. Clean and comfortable. Dock is awesome and so nice to just sit and listen to the frogs and nature. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

devin s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Devin
Nice house on the water for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole r., laconia nh

Liked: Cleanliness
last week before school
we had a great week at the lake house on sebec lake. the house was more than equipped with everything you could ever need including games, kayaks and movies. the owners were very responsive and the dock was incredibly peaceful. we had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric D., Eagle Mountain, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Would love to stay again!
We had a wonderful week of family time at the lake! We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards, the float, outdoor fire pit, portable fire pit on the deck, screened-in outdoor grill, games in the big yard, and many other amenities. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Princeton, Illinois, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property with fabulous views! Highly recommended!!
I took this trip with my four young daughters (ages 9-16) and my two dear friends. We had a wonderful time at this house! Clean, spacious, very inviting house. We enjoyed the view from the porch, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, fires and s’mores. This was our first time in Maine and it certainly did not disappoint! Wonderful rental property! I highly recommend!! Thanks for the memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property
Very nice property was everything it was listed to be very impressed……
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We had an amazing stay at this property and will deifnitly be returning for another trip. The property owner was very responsive to any questions we had. The house was very clean. The only complaint we had was that the lawn was not mowed and the grass was a bit too long. My toddler had a tick on her from this. Other then that we have no complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Away
My friends and I had a great time! Beautiful home and location for a relaxing weekend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a mixed experience
The house itself is lovely and the owners very responsive. If two adult couples want to stay in this home, it is perfect. However, it is advertised for up to twelve people and we felt it is was woefully under equipped for a group that size (which we were). When we arrived, there was no bedding for the sofa bed (which we needed) and because it was in a locked closet we could not access it until the following morning so some of our group spent the night on a bare mattress with a sofa pillow. There was no laundry detergent in the house, (no store closer than 30 minutes) and less than half of the bath linens needed for a group our size. While those issues were resolved the next day, it began our stay with a LOT of frustration. (Again, the owners were very responsive, very gracious, and quick to address the issues. ) It is important to note that there were no blankets or throws in the house to cuddle outside with on cool evenings or for watching movies or snuggling by the fire. (This has been noted in other reviews). There was also no reading material in the house, which is different from other VRBO homes we have stayed in. Again, lovely home for an adults getaway-would not recommend for a large group or a family with younger children.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M., LaQuinta

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Find!
Beautiful cottage, bright and light. Lots of glass with a beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Very clean property beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a great stay at this cozy property! The hosts were quick to respond to all of our inquiries, the property was clean and the amenities were exactly as described in the property description.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, home, and amenities!
Host is very responsive and kind. Property is very nice and easy access to lake for snowmobiles. I can imagine it's nice for summer water access too. Would recommend and come back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Really nice place. Plenty of room. Great host. Fishing was good. Will come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Everything about this place is perfect! It’s secluded, it’s on a beautiful lot with a beautiful view right out the amazing windows! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful get-a-way with friends!
Three couples with four kids in tow ventured to this beautiful property for three nights and we all had a wonderful time! Very quiet, private, and all of the amenities were exactly as described. We loved having queen beds in each room and bathrooms for each family! There was plenty of space for privacy, but the open kitchen and living room were perfect for gathering. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Home
Our family had a very pleasant stay. It as a warm and inviting atmosphere. The only thing tha they didn’t have was scissors.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Thomas R.

This was a nice piece of property and accommodations.
Well set up and porch kitchen was my favorite. could use more bedding and blankets around
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rodney A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend, beautiful home with beautiful views
Very easy process, owners were very accessible through messages, overall great experience, we'll be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy stay
Easy on and off the lake. The kids enjoyed the basement! The only thing lacking was hand towels in kitchen and something to clean counters with like a spray cleaner. Owners very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Went for snowmobiling, but snow did not cooperate. Had a great time. Accommodations were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonya W., Colchester

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet home away from home
My family and I Loved our stay !! Right on the lake. Everything was perfect. Only issue was not enough Linens. But that would not stop us from staying again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini Getaway
My husband and my friends had a great time!! Quiet, peaceful and very cozy. Loved it!! I will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA P., BIRDSBORO

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This was our 2nd time staying in this gorgeous lake house! Everything we needed aside from groceries and our luggage was provided! Thank you for.sharing your hose with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Bowerbank
Structure Type
Private vacation home