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Sand Pond Escape located in Picturesque East Baldwin, ME.

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Beautiful Sand Pond as seen from the porch of this cottage.
Private kitchen
Living area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 489.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Baldwin, ME
  • Sebago Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Long Beach Marina
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sebago Lake State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Camp Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sand Pond Escape located in Picturesque East Baldwin, ME.

This seasonal property is located on a very quiet 70 acre pond in the rural Town of East Baldwin. The camp is located right on the shore of the pond and includes a small sandy beach and dock. The water is shallow in front of the camp making it ideal for guests with young children. The depth increases gradually and there are no sudden drop-offs. The bottom is mostly sandy with no aquatic vegetation to have to wade through.

The property is located 1/2 mile in on a dirt road from Rte. 11/107. The camp includes two bedrooms with queen size beds and one bedroom with twin bunk beds. There is a single bathroom with a shower only. The water comes from a drilled well so there are no problems with the water quality. For your entertainment, the camp has DIRECTV, a DVD and a VCR player with numerous dvd's and VHS tapes provided. The camp has a gas cook stove and an outdoor gas grille is provided for your grilling pleasure.

If you are interested in fishing, Sand Pond is noted as an excellent bass fishing pond. General fishing regulations apply to this pond and anyone 16 years old and over are required to have a State of Maine Fishing License. There are also no special boating regulations on this pond, however, any boat with any type of a motor must have a current boat registration from any state. Also, Maine requires that a suable sized life jacket must be in the boat for each person onboard.

There is a local convenience store located about a mile away known as The Whistle Stop. They make excellent pizzas as well as a variety of both hot and cold sandwiches and if you are running low on gas you'll find that they have gas pumps as well. If you need to do a lot of shopping, North Windham is only a 25 minute drive away and here you will find Shaw's, Hannaford and Walmart as well as just about all the various fast food chains like MacDonald's, Burger King, Dunkin Donuts, Dairy Queen, Wendy's, Kentucky Fried Chicken and more. If you like shopping the outlet stores, then the Town of North Conway, NH is the place for you and it is only a 40 minute drive and also has a Super Walmart and Shaw's.

Note: NO tents or campers are allowed to be set up or brought onto the property. Any guests that come over to visit are not allowed to stay overnight. Overnight stay is limited to the number of people listed on the rental agreement.

Property manager

Neal Wykes

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Laundry
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs are not allowed on any furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking allowed inside or on the porch. Thanks
Showers must be short with a 15-20 minute interval between showers to allow septic time to drain.
Sheets, pillow cases and towels are NOT provided. Blankets and bedspreads are provided.
Guests will be responsible for any type of damage caused by their pets including but not limited to screens, shades, curtains, furniture, etc.

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

About the area

East Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this cottage is on a lake. Long Beach Marina and Steamboat Landing Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sebago Lake and Sebago Lake State Park. Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds and Blacksmiths are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Baldwin, ME

What's nearby

  • Sebago Lake - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Long Beach Marina - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Sebago Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Point Sebago Golf Resort - 32 min drive - 29.8 km
  • St Josephs College - 32 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Runway Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Outpost Public House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sportsman's Kitchen & Keg - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Richards Dairy & Seafood - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Phat Boys Diner - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Pond Escape located in Picturesque East Baldwin, ME. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sand Pond Escape located in Picturesque East Baldwin, ME.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Pond Escape located in Picturesque East Baldwin, ME.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sand Pond Escape located in Picturesque East Baldwin, ME. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Saco River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sebago Lake and Long Beach Marina. Horne Pond and Little Watchic Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Maine

Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Douglas L.

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

Mold, Mildew and Cob Webs

Expecting comfortable cabin, getting a dirty smelly place to stay. The refrigerator had food in it and needed cleaning before use. The back bedroom had a bloodstained mattress cover. The mattress was frightfully ancient. There were cobwebs lining the sill above the sink. The floors were covered with sand. The location was great. The pond enjoyable. We cleaned the stove, cobwebs, floor and put a different sheet over the mattress pad. The owner/cleaners should be ashamed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

We had a wonderfully peaceful week at the cabin. The weather was less than cooperative, but that didn't spoil the peace and quiet. There was a small issue but Neil addressed it and fixed it immediately. Will most likely rent the property again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

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

Wonderful place to swim and relax

This is a clean cabin and it's on a beautiful pond we liked it alot
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Paradise

Special place very special place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Peaceful and Serene

This is a lovely rustic cabin, complete with pine board walls. It was equipped with everything you need. It was so quiet that we felt as if we were all alone even though we had neighbors. Loved that the pond was right out our back door. Our dog was obsessed with sitting on the dock, watching the fish all day. The few people we ran into on our daily walks were friendly. It was a relaxing five days, which is what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa I.

Liked: Check-in, location

Nice

My family of 4 had a nice get away. The quiet lake setting was just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B., Monkton, MD

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Sand Pond Escape

We spent an excellent 2 weeks at Neal’s camp on this gorgeous pond. The tranquility and silence of almost zero boat traffic was lovely as we were able to appreciate the loons, the eagles and the ample bass literally flying out of the pond. Our 2 kids and our dog really enjoyed the shallow warm water as it allowed them to swim and explore for hours. The rustic charm of the camp was appreciated as it forced us to unplug and unwind.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joyce M.

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

Going Back In Time

Our visit brought us back in time. It felt like staying at Gramp's camp in Northern Maine during the 60s and 70s. The camp is rustic with just enough modern updates for comfort. The pond was like glass for most of our stay and the only ripples came from quiet paddlers or slow trolling fishermen. Sunsets from the dock were just beautiful. One of my favorite Maine traditions...the loons' calls...every night. Quiet dirt roads were mostly traffic free and perfect for walking. The serenity here transcends one back in time to a quieter place without noise, speed and hi-tech distractions. We needed a break from all that and found it here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

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

Beautiful camp

Definitely would rent again! Extremely peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Maine

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moira G.

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

Perfect pond

Cabin sits on the edge of a sandy pond. Great for kids because it's very shallow. Also a perfect place to teach kids to kayak. We loved the quiet and spacious cabin. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

travis r., Conway NH

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

Sands Pond Cottage

This place was very quite, was a great place to relax.The house itself was very rustic feel ,but very homey feel as well. The house was well stocked with what you would need in a kitchen. We enjoyed having a campfire in the evenings and listening to the loons. Also a good place if you have young children, as the pond is swallow for a longs ways out. We would rent again without any worries. Thanks for a great get away Neil and Lynne
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Peaceful

Quiet and peaceful, exactly what we were looking for
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., East Greenwich

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

Tranquil setting.

Very rustic camp so charming and the view is incredible. Stocked with everything you need and more. A wonderful get away spot. Quiet pond very few boats which is nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

James B.

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

Nice Maine camp on a pond.

Very quiet and peaceful. Beautiful water view from the front porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Delsey A.

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

A quiet space

very quiet. Pretty view
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Great location

Very good experience
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Maine

Great place
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

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

Reset vacation

This cottage was simply lovely. It was well equipped and very roomy. Located on a quiet pond with walk in sandy bottom. Beautiful sunsets, good swimming and anything we needed within thirty minutes. The host was attentive but not overbearing. I would recommend this to anyone looking to rest and reset for another year at work! We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Beautiful pond

The water is perfect for young kids, shallow and warm. Walk out a bit and good swimming. Nice breeze kept us cool even in the heat wave. Kitchen has everything you need, and there is a gas grill! So very quiet, even in peak season!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful setting, comfortable living space, everything you may need in the kitchen. Row boat was fun and enjoyed the fire pit. The pond was a great surprise. Shallow, sandy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Nice relaxing stay

Very much enjoyed our stay at Neals cabin. Neal was very responsive to questions and great to speak with. The camp was cozy and inviting, great place to relax and unwind. Perfect outdoor area with large fire pit and gas grill. Good spot for walks through the woods, our dogs loved it! Mid September is a great time of year to visit if you’re looking for peace and quiet. The propane heater in the cabin came in handy to take the chill off in the morning. Neal keeps a 12 foot rowboat on the property which came in handy for bass fishing. This pond is loaded with bass in the 2-2.5 pound range, my son and I caught over 20. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Great for families

Communication with owner was super easy, and the property was perfect for a getaway with our four year old and infant. The water was shallow enough that the baby could splash around and the four year old could go pretty far out before it got deep enough he had to swim. The fire pit and boat were lovely surprises! The neighborhood was secluded but the neighbors we met were very nice, and it was less than an hour to Portland to go and poke around. The cabin had everything we needed in the way of pots/pans/appliances, and the gas grill was great to have for cooking. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Melissa L.

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

First time renting a property!

This was our first time renting a property and we weren’t sure what to expect! Although we were close to home, we enjoyed being on vacation directly on the water! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed including paper plates, paper towels, toilet paper, etc! The beds were a bit old and rough for 9 nights of sleep but it wasn’t that big of a deal! The lounge chairs were awesome :) My kids (ages 5 and 7) loved the warm clean water but wish it was a tiny bit deeper (it was shallow legit half way across the pond so they really couldn’t swim!!) Awesome fire place and grill! Overall we had a nice vacation and Neal was easy to communicate with and made sure we were all set throughout the week!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Neal Wykes

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Languages:

English