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Four-season waterfront family lake house on pristine Embden Lake

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Living area
Interior
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Embden, ME
  • Embden Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort
    ‪64 min drive‬
  • Sugarloaf Mountain
    ‪119 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Lower level bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower level bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower level bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master 1

1 Queen Bed

Master 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower level bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upper level bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Four-season waterfront family lake house on pristine Embden Lake

Cozy, private, lakefront house on pristine Embden Lake in central Maine. Year-round, this is the place to be! This lake house is the perfect place to ski, snowmobile or ice fish from in the winter. In the summer, Embden Lake is the perfect place to swim, boat, hike, bike and just plain relax. In the fall, enjoy the crisp air and stunning foliage as the trees show their colors. The lake house enjoys mid-morning through evening sun and gorgeous sunsets from this east shore location. It's central Maine and western mountains location makes it an ideal base camp for outdoor activities.

Rentals are six nights with check-in on Monday and check-out on Sunday. For off-peak dates (September through May), we encourage you to request a booking as we can usually accommodate a shorter stay.

This peaceful, inviting 5 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, lakefront home is the perfect spot for a family getaway or a couple’s retreat. This home boasts 100 feet of privately-owned waterfront on crystal clear spring-fed Embden lake and it's own large, private dock. Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck overlooking the lake, listening to the sounds of the loons. The large, private lot with mostly level grass lawn and and gradual water entry is excellent for kids and adults to play! The property includes a back, undeveloped, wooded lot for added privacy.

In the summer, swim, boat, kayak, hike, and bike by day, watch the gorgeous sunsets in the evening, and relax shoreside by the outdoor fire pit at night. Days are endless on Embden lake! The generous dock offers lots of room to sunbathe and stretch out over the crystal clear water, and the sloped lawn leads to a gradual entry into the water - perfect for young children. Explore the lake in the included kayaks, or relax with a good book in the hammock. Nearby hiking adventures are endless--many amazing mountains such as Sugarloaf, the Bigelow range, and Katahdin all within one-two hours drive. Cornhole boards and horseshoe pits offer hours of lakeside family entertainment.

In the winter, make your winter getaway complete with skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and ice fishing just outside your front door. With Sugarloaf/USA and Saddleback ski resorts a 45-minute drive from the home, this is the perfect spot to relax after a day on the slopes. It’s the ultimate base lodge for snowmobilers with ITS 87 just outside the doorstep. Once the lake freezes over (usually by January 1st), the lake house becomes your ultimate ice fishing shack as you can watch your traps from the large windows and cozy warmth of the camp. Venture into the woods or out onto the frozen lake with your snowshoes or cross-country skis and explore Maine’s great outdoors.

In the fall, hiking and foliage are abundant in beautiful central and western Maine! Leaf-peepers will love striking out from this central Maine location to all the hot spots. The foliage on the lake is spectacular, especially when paired with a crimson sunset over the lake.

This open-concept lake home offers a living room and dining room area with cathedral ceilings and plenty of lake-front windows to fill the house with sunshine no matter what season. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need during your stay including all dishes, cooking pans, utensils, a dishwasher, Keurig machine, coffee maker, refrigerator with ice dispenser and microwave.

The two master bedrooms each feature a queen bed and bureau and share the upstairs full bath. The additional three bedrooms are nestled in the walkout basement and share a half bath. One has a queen bed, the second has one set of twin bunks and a twin, the third has a set of twin bunks and a full size bed.

--Enjoy grilling and the outdoor firepit year-round.
--Smart TV is available with Netflix and more - just bring your own login!
--All linens and bath and beach towels are included.
-Starter amounts of all typical supplies (paper products, cleaning products) are included.
--Water shoes are recommended for the rocky lake bottom.
--Please note that the dock is removed in the fall and is returned in the spring
--The lake has a boat landing on the southern end of the lake
--Actual address is 4 Finch Lane. The address VRBO uses for the listing is not correct, but does show correctly on the map.
--No parties or events.
--No fireworks.

Property manager

Corina Gilbert
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family-friendly with large yard, shallow water.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Contact us with your pet's breed and weight.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets must be kept off the furniture and their waste must be cleaned up.
No fireworks allowed on the property.
Smoking allowed, outside only. Please leave no trace.

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

About the area

North Anson

Located in North Anson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stanley Museum and Ski Museum of Maine are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maine Huts & Trails and Skowhegan State Fairgrounds. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Embden, ME

What's nearby

  • Embden Pond - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Skowhegan State Fairgrounds - 38 min drive - 34.4 km
  • University of Maine - Farmington - 58 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort - 64 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 119 min drive - 73.5 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Evergreens Campground & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Solon Hotel Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Diadema Golf Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Apple Tree Bakery - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Four-season waterfront family lake house on pristine Embden Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Four-season waterfront family lake house on pristine Embden Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Four-season waterfront family lake house on pristine Embden Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Four-season waterfront family lake house on pristine Embden Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Embden Pond and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Kennebec River. Houston Brook Falls and Wyman Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisha D.

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

Embden family get together

Our stay was perfect! Every guest was extremely comfortable and had everything they could possibly need. We would 100% recommend this lake house and we would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Another great stay!

We loved our time and hope to come back again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Amazing Lake Experience

This is our third trip to Emden Pond and our first at this gorgeous Lakehouse. They have 10/10 review ratings for a reason! There is NO stone unturned here…anything you would need is there for a fabulous fun time where you can focus on your family vacation and less about going out for various items! We all enjoyed the large dining/living room playing jenga and watching movies, cooking, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, boating, sunset views,cornhole and enjoying time at the fire pit roasting smores and hotdogs! We all had so much fun and truly enjoyed this phenomenal well thought out Lakehouse! We hope to book again next year!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Our vacation

We had a blast!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaun d.

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

Great place to stay

Very clean and feels just like home. They have all the ammenities you would need. Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

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

Ice Fishing Trip

Great time with family. House is immaculate and family friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann F.

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

Family Traditions Continues!

Have been on this pond for 60+ years and unfortunately due to the passing of family member our house was sold. However, this beautiful home was near were our girls formed fabulous memories on Embden and this home is allowing the next generation the same experience on a very clean pond and house offers great family bonding opportunities with all of the amenities!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

Wonderful Lake House

Everything is so well thought out at this lake house that makes you feel right at home. We have stayed at many lake houses previously and this one hands down was our favorite. We had more than enough space and things to keep us busy. If you’re looking for a Great Lake house for larger families this one won’t disappoint.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Peaceful

My family had a wonderful time at the house. Would definitely return next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shaun d.

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

Winter getaway

The camp was perfect. We icefished 3 days and had a blast. Caught salmon, tougue, and brook trout right in front of camp. We will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

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

Lakeside camp

We had a great week spending time with our family. The kitchen is very well equipped and there was lots of space for everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

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

Family Weekend Getaway

The camp was perfect for our family. We loved the open concept.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Amazing property!

Our stay was great! The house layout was perfect for our group. The kitchen is outfitted with everything you could possibly need. Beautiful spot and amazing sunsets!!! The owners were super responsive. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

Excellent Rental

The property was an excellent rental in every way ! Location , cleanliness , well equipped, all amenities were available and extra amenities that you usually don’t find . Owners were great and responsive . Look forward to renting again !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie C.

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

The dream getaway: gorgeous home, pond, and sunsets!

We haven't been to Embden Pond in years and this house made our return spectacular. The house itself was beautifully decorated and had all of the amenities we could ever need for a lake stay. All of the modern appliances and utensils in the kitchen were extremely helpful for making great family dinners. The couch was SO comfortable; everyone kept falling asleep on it after early mornings. The bedrooms were comfortable and there was plenty of room for everyone. All of the lawn games and water toys were great to have too, they made for many fun evenings. The outdoor fireplace and patio were great entertainment spots and brought everyone together. The beautiful yard was where everyone spent most of their time; plenty of comfortable chairs and the best spot for watching the sunset! We had gorgeous sunsets every night of our stay, as the sun set on the other side of the lake directly across from the house. The pond itself is so clean, with crystal clear water and no weeds at all. The only thing that left something to be desired was the fishing!!! It is a really hard pond to fish if you're looking for bass. Overall, we couldn't spend enough time here enjoying the house, soaking up the sun, relaxing, and enjoying the lake life. The end of our week here came way too fast! Thank you for such an amazing stay :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Second visit- amazing property

This is our family’s second stay and as always it was perfect! Crystal clear beautiful lake with everything well thought out on the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Wonderful !

Our stay was fantastic, house was beautiful and equipped with all that we needed.The pond was big clean, and wonderful for any water sports.The yard was set up very nice.We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Great home, great property.

The camp was among the best we saw on the lake, in addition, my friends and I have been renting lake homes across Maine for almost 30 years and this was a top 3 home for us. Perfect combination of setting, property size, and home size. Very impressed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Lovely Lakeside Cabin

We always have enjoyed our stays and have visited this cabin for the second time now. The size is perfect and can accommodate our whole family. Sitting out on the deck or patio watching the sun set is our favorite thing to do. Thank you for another wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S., Portland maine

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

Fun and relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Peaceful location, great views

Great place for group of friends (and pups!) to stay for a week. Beautiful location. Accessing the property was a little difficult to navigate at night, but Corina was extremely responsive, provided great directions to get to the location, and was communicative around plowing schedules for our group's peace of mind. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dincer B.

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

Beautiful lake house

We had a great Christmas vacation in this beautiful lake house; with our 2 kids and dog. This house has everything you could possibly need. Host is very responsive. We had a great experience overall.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Awesome

Great time at the property. Beautiful views and very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Perfect camp

Loved our stay here! It was very clean and organized. Host had every possible need at the premises. Our only complaint is that our time here was not long enough! Definitely would stay here again and recommend others to this place!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

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

Great time

This place was great, beautiful view, nice owners, would reccommend

About the host

Hosted by Corina Gilbert

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Our family lake home welcomes you! Cousins Mike and Marc, together with their wives, purchased this home in the fall of 2020. Our two families have spent much of our lives on Embden Lake and want to share this lakefront getaway, on one of the most beautiful, pristine lakes in Maine, with you.

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English

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