Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River - Hanover

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Entire home

The House on the Hill is, of course, on a hill surrounded by forest

The living room looks out on to the front porch

This is a view looking toward the front door and to the wall to the stairs

There is a 50" Samsung Smart TV and Sonos Sound System

The floor plan is an open concept, and this photo is taken from the front door.

Overview
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6148.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Hanover, ME

Howard Pond
1 min walk
Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk
9 min drive
Sunday River
15 min drive
Berlin, NH (BML-Berlin Municipal)
74 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River

The House on the Hill will not be available for reservations 2024 because of restorations due to a plumbing leak. Check back with us for 2025.

This charming private retreat is nestled among Maples, Birches, and Firs with a view of Howard Pond. The tastefully decorated three-bedroom, two-bath cottage sleeps six with two queen beds and two twin beds. The inviting open living/dining/kitchen features a vaulted cathedral ceiling with roof windows that allow light to fill the home. The 6' pine dining table accommodates everyone.

The primary suite with the adjoining loft living area is located on the second floor. The pine paneling, cabinets, and pine wood floors add to the warmth and ambiance of this Maine woods retreat. There will be the slightest sigh (ahh) of approval and excitement as you enter this gracious, welcoming environment. This is a place that can restore your soul. After a day full of activity, you can sit by the fire and watch the leaves or the snowflakes fall. Relax and while away the hours in the rocking chairs on the 8'wide farmers' porch that spans the front of the house.

Howard Pond is a pristine Maine pond that prohibits noisy watercraft and is home to a loon family. There is a public swimming area and a dock near the dam. Adventurous hiking --including the Appalachian Trail & other hikes in the White mountains-- and quiet walks are just outside your door. You may even see a moose!

Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling is all within 10 or 15 minutes of the house.

The Sunday River Golf Club is one of the premier courses in New England. The Bethel Inn and Country Club also provides a challenging 18-hole course.

Minutes away from the Androscoggin River, canoeing, kayaking, and guided trips are within easy access.

Keywords: skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, golfing, house, canoeing, hiking, swimming, fishing, relaxing, private, romantic, non-smoking, charming, cottage

Property manager

Anne Wheeler

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Children over the age of 9 are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cancelation 30 days prior to arrival for the following holiday reservations receive no refund: Dec. 22 to Jan 2; NE Feb Vacation; July 1st to 5th.

Tampering with any electronic/wifi equipment without the written permission of the owner will result in the loss of your entire $300 security deposit.

A complete list of the House Rules are a part of the Rental Agreement

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hanover

Located in Hanover, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Lovejoy Bridge and Dr. Moses Mason House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sunday River and White Cap Ski Lift. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hanover, ME

What's nearby

Howard Pond - 1 min walk
Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk - 9 min drive
Sunday River - 15 min drive
Sunday River - 19 min drive
Black Mountain - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sunday River Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
‪Matterhorn Ski Bar - ‬18 min drive
‪Puzzle Mountain Bakery - ‬17 min drive
‪Gone Loco Cafe - ‬14 min drive
‪Cantina Del Rio - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River located?

This family-friendly Hanover holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Howard Pond and Androscoggin River. Sunday River and Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

22 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House on the Hill

A beautiful house in a beautiful location. Felt right at home and so close to the pond and hiking. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grea

We really enjoyed our stay at the ‘House on the Hill.’ There was every amenity available and the location offered much needed peace and solitude. The kids really enjoyed swimming at Howard Pond. We would definitely rent again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

31 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house!

We had such a great time staying at the “House on the hill”! We spent most of our time sitting on the porch, or in the water at the pond. The house has everything you could ever want or need. We had a bad storm one night and lost power, but the owner communicated immediately when it would be back on, and where the lanterns and batteries were, incase they were needed. We would absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianela G.

23 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week at the lake!!

We absolutely loved this house!! The property was perfect to stay and we had everything we needed - with every detail thought through for comfort. Thank you so much Anne, we are already looking forward to next year!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

25 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Came to area for a wedding. Property so nice will come back for a vacation.

Property is very well maintained. Beds are so comfortable! Enjoyed coffee on porch. A plus rating.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

dan s.

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

house was clean and neat

clean and neat all the little extra's great house

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky K., Long Island City

29 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, lovely and welcoming

Thank you, Anne, for your hospitality and patience! Your property is lovely, immaculately clean, and organized! It was very easy cleaning up at departure.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denys L.

25 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place!!!

Very nice place to stay with a family!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn A.

24 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Home was so cozy and perfect for our short stay, wish we could've stayed longer. Beautiful views, and home well taken care of.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

18 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Camp Auntie Getaway

We hadca wonderful stay in this beautiful home despite the rain. we swam in the pond and used the floats provided. What a treat to find fully inflated floats to use. We enjoyed playing games during the rainy afternoon. The kitchen had everything we needed and the whole house was so organized it was easy to find anything. The beds were comfortable and it was so cozy to wake up to the sound if the rain. We can't wait to visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W.

16 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good experience, loved the setting

We loved the quiet location, beautiful spot. Many of the amenities (towels, etc...) were better than many other places we've stayed. Great home away from home. Would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wai K., Plymouth

31 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place

We really enjoyed at this beautiful house and peaceful environment..the town is very beautiful and quiet ... especially the house is really full in detail...we really loved that..

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie M., Portland, ME

26 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a beautiful pond to spend warm summer nights.

Everything went well. Early check in and late check out were much appreciated. Only complaint was that the house was not the cleanest. Also, the bugs were bad in the house. Not sure how to remedy that.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

22 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

We spent 5 days while attending an event in the area and loved the house from the moment we walked in. Very well provisioned, clean and a great location for what we needed. The lake was a nice bonus. We will absolutely be staying again in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

12 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Really enjoyed our stay at Anne's home in Hanover. House was beautiful! Swimming in the pond, hiking in the area and a great dinner at Brian's in Bethel. Thank you, Anne!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Michael G., Madison

6 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Three generation week...

Owner was very accommodating and responsive. Amenities at house were satisfactory. Suggest you change out upper toilet and shower with adult size units.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

1 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect getaway

The House on the Hill was a fantastic place for our summer getaway. The atmosphere inside is warm and cozy, and the front porch is a great spot to relax on a hot afternoon. The property has everything and anything you might need during your stay, which made our travels easy. Anne was very easy to communicate with and responded quickly to any questions. I would highly recommend this property and hope to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ethan B., West Hempstead, NY

22 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Beautiful property in a beautiful location. The pond is impeccable, the people were friendly, great swimming, and great entertainment watching and listening to the loons. The house had everything we could have possible needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

18 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Thank you for your friendly communications and recommendations for dining and activities. We enjoyed our visit to the region and the house was clean and spacious and had everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan and Stephanie C.

13 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Comfortable

This was a lovely cabin situated up the hill yet close to everything. We enjoyed swimming and hiking up the street and throughout Grafton Notch State Park, which was an easy drive away. The cabin a had all of the amenities you could need for your stay through all seasons. We felt like there was so much care and thought put into every room and outdoor space of this property. We would love to come back during the ski season as well!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H., New York

2 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Well-Stocked

We had a fantastic stay at Anne's home. The house was well-stocked and well-located. Peaceful surroundings made for a great extended stay. Thank you Anne!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rogier B., Somerville, MA

11 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and peaceful getaway

Our family had an amazing time. Anne's cabin is charming, cozy and comfortable and in a very peaceful setting near the pond. We went for a beautiful walk in the Bethel community forest and swimming and playing in the sand at Ellis Pond (30 min drive), both of which were great with a toddler. We also grilled for many meals and made fires in the fireplace. We even picked up some delicious pie at the Puzzle Mountain Bakery Pie Stand. It was all very relaxing and just what we were looking for. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allie W., Boston

23 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home right near a lake and the mountains

We spent 4 nights here as a family of four during April break--even though it was the off-season, we got to ski at Sunday river (spring skiing in slush) which is 15 minutes away and did a bunch of hiking in Grafton notch state park--also about a 15-20 minute ride. Anne's house was very comfortable with great beds/sofas/loft area for the kids to lounge. The kitchen was well-appointed--one of the best I've seen in a rental--and we were able to cook meals easily. Anne was extremely responsive. I mentioned that we didn't have fire wood when we arrived and within an hour, she had friends drop some off, which allowed us to warm up with the lovely wood stove. This house is walking distance to Howard Pond and would be a great place in the summer too. We loved our stay and would definitely return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mansi S.

30 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, quaint Maine getaway!

We stayed at Anne’s place for a last minute ski trip at Sunday River. The place was great - well stocked with everything you need. Beds and the home were comfy! The instructions are clear and check in/check out was seamless. The proximity to Sunday river is good, about 15 mins. A few notes for future renters to be mindful of: the house is up a small windy road by the pond, which is a bit scary at night. Also, not too many restaurants that deliver and most spots for takeout are by Sunday River so guests should plan for that. The remoteness of the house also makes the WiFi a bit unstable, this wasn’t a huge deal deal for us but would be for someone looking to work remotely here. Overall, 100% would recommend to others and come back! Thanks Anne for being a wonderful host!

10/10 Excellent

Becca L.

8 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great stay, Anne was a wonderful host!

The house was clean and comfortable, great to come back to after a long day of skiing. Can’t wait to come back again!

About the host

Hosted by Anne Wheeler

As a native Texan, my first visit to Maine was in the fall in the late 1980's. I was fortunate enough to stay with friends on Howard Pond and I fell in love with the place. For several years, I would return in the fall to this place that literally restored my soul... walking in the woods, listening to the loons and being surrounded by nature...very different from my 'city life' in Austin, Texas. One year when I got off the plane in Portland, I wondered to myself if I could possibly find a place of my own in this part of the world. It took a couple of years to find the land, hire the builder and take on such a project long distance. In 1995 construction was complete and I walked into the House on the Hill and fell in love all over again. Please be my guest..enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Sunday River, skating on the pond, walking in the woods or swimming and fishing in the summer or just relaxing by the fire or rocking away the hours on the porch.

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

I love to walk in the woods in every season of the year. In the fall, I am convinced that there is no more spectacular fall folage anywhere in the world than in the Western Mountains of Maine on Howard Pond. It is great fun to have this house as a base and travel around the state and into New Hampshire and Vermont for day trips or take a couple of days and travel to the Maine coast. There are great skiing, hiking, canoeing, biking and antiquing adventures within minutes of the house. And, of course, swimming in the pond in the summer. When the pond freezes, it is great fun to skate on that open frozen expanse of water. And, there is nothing like snowshoeing in the woods or on the trails at Sunday River or the Bethel Inn and Country Club where you can also cross-country ski. My family loves the friendly and relaxed atmosphere at on the mountain. Bethel is truly a quaint New England village and has some lovely places to dine. The area is noted for the many hiking trails from level walking trails to the challenging terrain. The House on the Hill is a perfect spot to embark on an adventure or to retreat and curl up with a book.