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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Windham, ME

Maine Wildlife Park13 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)18 min drive
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal19 min drive
Thompson's Point19 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

My family had a wonderful stay. House was spacious and direct access/view of the lake was perfect. Kitchen is stocked wi...

Kelly B.

Aug 28, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Cozy Lakefront Cabin Portland - Windham Area

Relax and enjoy the "Rustic Luxury" of a brand new custom 9 room lakefront cabin. Escape and experience the best vacation Maine has to offer. You can gaze over the serene lake from the comfort of huge deck just steps from the shore. Highland Lake is the "goldilocks" lake-not too big and not too small. After you've had a chance to unwind you can easily experience The Old Port's cobblestone streets, unique shops, and spectacular restaurants-Only 10 miles from the cabin. Take a day trip to Old Orchard Beach-just 21 miles away. Freeport's world famous shopping is just 23 miles away. And even more of natures outdoor adventures are available at Shawnee Peak which is just 35 miles away.

Property manager

Eric Ciccone

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Windham

Located in Windham, this cabin is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sebago Lake, while State Theatre and Thompson's Point are cultural highlights. Maine Wildlife Park and Happy Wheels Skate Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.

Windham, ME

What's nearby

Maine Wildlife Park - 13 min drive
University of New England - 17 min drive
State Theatre - 17 min drive
Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive
Thompson's Point - 19 min drive

Getting around

Portland Transportation Center - 26 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Falmouth Service Plaza - ‬23 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
‪Stockhouse Restaurant & Sandbar Pub - ‬11 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
‪Aroma Joe's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakefront Cabin Portland - Windham Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakefront Cabin Portland - Windham Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakefront Cabin Portland - Windham Area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakefront Cabin Portland - Windham Area located?

Located in the heart of Windham, this cabin is 3 mi (4.9 km) from MAGAN Trailhead and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mercy Primary Care and Maine Wildlife Park. Riverside Municipal Golf Course and Happy Wheels Skate Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Apr 2024

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

The best ❤️

This house is fantastic! Perfect lake house and really warm lake water that is perfect for lots of kiddo fun. The lake has a shallow area at the dock stairs which is great for the little kids and it was so fun to swim out to the floating dock. Well stocked, very clean and very comfortable house. Kitchen has everything you need; we also grilled, which was great. Plenty of blankets and pillows and lots of good communal space. They have plenty of lake towels and kayaks/SUP. We can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

28 Aug 2023

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

Great house!

My family had a wonderful stay. House was spacious and direct access/view of the lake was perfect. Kitchen is stocked with essentials for cooking, listing was accurate on other amenities. Highly recommend for a relaxing lake vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer m.

4 Aug 2023

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

Perfect location/house

We stayed at this house in 2020 and really liked it so we decided to come back this year. The layout of the house was perfect for our family and friends. Teenagers had one floor and the rest of us had the upstairs. The lake is so nice and peaceful during the week. We were able to enjoy the kayaks, paddle boards and the lake. Also, being close to everything makes it nice so we enjoyed a trip to Portland and even went to a drive-in movie. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

1 Aug 2023

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

Cozy Cabin!

Wonderful place for a family. Awesome access to the lake and use of some very fun diving platforms, and kayaks. Quiet property back in the woods and right on the water. 20 minute drive to portland. Couldn't ask for more.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

17 July 2023

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

Peaceful serenity

The house is very spacious and has everything you need fora perfect vacation. Our 2 teen daughters stayed on the lower level and loved having it all to themselves. The upper deck was a quiet peaceful spot for me to enjoy my morning coffee and enjoy a beautiful view while I work remotely. We kayaked, swam, had a fire, the list goes on and on. Close to Portland with great restaurants and plenty of shopping. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Frederick H., Hamden

1 July 2023

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

Lakeside peace with activities galore!

We had a wonderful Maine vacation with our teenage sons. The house was spacious and clean with an amply appointed kitchen and comfortable beds. The lake views and fresh breezes were lovely! We spent time on the deck reading, and all of us enjoyed swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding on the lake. There was plenty of room for us to spread out inside, with TVs on both floors for rainy days. The owner is a great communicator, and he provided helpful suggestions for nearby shopping and attractions. We all want to come back to Highland Lake!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

26 Aug 2022

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

The cozy cabin is beautiful!

The property was great. The house was clean and had more than enough room for our group. The views of the lake are amazing and the property has a fire pit and kayaks, canoes and paddle boards. There is a floating dock. The area is private and quiet. There was even a friendly stray cat! Eric the owner was easy to work with and there were clear directions left for us. It was a wonderful vacation and a house I would definitely return to!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

17 July 2022

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

Just what we were looking for in a summer getaway…

Our family, including two kids in their late teens, enjoyed everything about this property. As soon as we arrived we knew it was going to be a great week. The house is loaded with all amenities you would expect to have in your own home. The rooms are spacious and super clean. The kitchen and three bathrooms, all updated, is a plus. Then you look at the view. Morning coffee on the upper deck overlooking the quiet lake is how every day should start. Just steps from the house is a dock with easy access to the water and a swim platform. We spent most of our days floating on the swim platform and kayaking or paddle boarding which are included with the rental. Evenings could be spent playing games found in the family area or sitting by the fire pit outside. Even though this property feels secluded it is only minutes away from stores and restaurants. There is a drive-in, a bowling/laser tag facility and craft brewery nearby. Owner is highly responsive and cares about your satisfaction with your stay. We will definitely reserve this property again next summer.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

1 July 2022

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

Great time on the lake!

Had a great time on Highland lake. Beautiful house. Bigger than you expect.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy c., Leander, USA

5 Oct 2021

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

Better than expected!!!

Everything about this property was better than we expected. We have stayed all over including stays at 5 star luxury hotels. I am finicky as to places for our family vacation. Eric was delightful to work with. He provided answers to questions when needed and even directed us to a great nearby grocery store. This home is nicer than even the pictures can convey. My teens didnt want to leave at the end of the week. I can not express enough how nice it is to have a space feel like home the minute you walk through the door. Our first vacation in over three years and for our 20th anniversary - fulfilled all our expectations.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

20 Sept 2021

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

Great cabin on the lake

We were all very impressed with the accommodations, cleanliness, and attention provided by the owner. I would recommend this cabin to anyone visiting the Portland area.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

15 Sept 2021

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

This House Made the Trip Fantastic!!

Where to begin? We were two couples and two single women staying for five nights. The home was very clean and well stocked - bathrooms upstairs a little small but was great having three bathrooms in the house! The kitchen had every utensil you could want - made wonderful breakfasts that we enjoyed on the deck overlooking the lake. The view of the lake from a few of the bedrooms was stunning! We enjoyed the firepit and took the paddleboards and kayaks out on the lake several times. The last night three of us enjoyed a moonlight paddle while the rest kept the fire going. Plenty of room for the six of us inside and outside. Only 25 mins from Portland. Eric was a terrific communicator - was very evident that he wanted his guests to enjoy their time at his house - and we certainly did! We came to do the Maine LIghthouse Bike Ride and would love to make it (and staying at Eric's) at tradition!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

michael G.

5 Sept 2021

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

Lake House

Beautiful log home right on the lake. Kayaks and paddle boards were a plus. Close to Portland.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara T.

30 Aug 2021

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

Peaceful lake retreat

All around great time! The cozy cabin is more than just a cabin, it is a home built from love. It qas truly a pleasure staying at the cabin. Eric was a delight to communicate with, every host should take a page out of his owner's book. Home was very clean, which was a must for us. Eric is quick to reply to email and texts. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

kathy d., Rock Tavern,NY

7 Aug 2021

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

Lakeside cabin

This property was wonderful. Right on the lake, it was a beautiful setting for our family vacation. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake and swimming, too! The fire pit provided a nice place to sit in the evening. We really enjoyed it!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana M., Shelton, CT

31 July 2021

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

Best rental property we have stayed in

We have stayed in about a dozen or so rental properties over the years and this one was by far the best. It is beautiful in pictures but even more so in person. Very spacious so everyone has their space. It impeccably clean. The kitchen had everything you need and ample plastic ware, cups, and chinette plates so you do not have to do dishes. The grill was fantastic and we used it almost every day. The exterior and deck offer incredible views, fire pit, relaxing chairs, and a hammock. There is plenty to do with a dock, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and a pedal boat. There is an easy swim to the floating dock which has pop up back rests and a table. The lake is very clean and the water temp was good. It is not big like Sebago and we stayed Mon to Fri and there were minimal power boats making it easier to kayak. And Eric is an excellent host. Constant communication and proactively sent us things to do on a day it was going to rain. This property has been in their house for generations and was just renovated in 2018. You can feel family and love throughout the cabin!! Will definitely return!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

19 July 2021

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

Great House

The cozy cabin was great. Had everything we needed. Easy to communicate with owner. Responded very quickly. The property was easy to find. Not far from grocery store. And not far from Portland. My family especially enjoyed the outside. The kayaks/ paddle boards were a nice way to get out on the water.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

15 June 2021

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

Trip to Portland

We loved the lakefront area with fire pit and deck. The use of kayaks was great. We spent most of our time in the city sightseeing, eating and drinking, so we mostly spent evenings at the cabin. A dishwasher would be useful and somewhere for us women to put all of our toiletries after showering :) Other than that, was quiet and peaceful! Thank you for letting us stay there!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

William W.

12 May 2021

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

What you think a cabin in Maine should be like (with convenience added)!

Cabin and lake were great! Excellent view. Provided natural beauty, peace, and quiet within a reasonable drive to all that Portland offers. Owner was very helpful and the process was super simple.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine T.

27 Apr 2021

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

Spring break

This place is as pictured. It is a beautiful updated log home. We went in April when it was still cold but it was nice to get away. The home was equipped with everything we needed. Eric was nice enough to check in often to see how we were doing. It is secluded enough that you definitely have privacy but close enough to Portland and shops if needed. The views of the lake are also amazing. I can see how summer time would be great here.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

19 Feb 2021

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

Very nice house for a staycation

My family and I all enjoyed our stay here. Theres a nice living room area for movies and game nights and the house was plenty warm in February.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

3 Dec 2020

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

Thanksgiving in Maine

The cabin is perfect! Gorgeous view, well stocked with anything you would need, clean, and owner so responsive if needed.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Julie L., Coppell

21 Oct 2020

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

Lake View and Solid House!

Lots of space! Very steep spiral staircase that won't work for everyone. Absolutely loved the peddle boat and the property owner is amazing!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Lisa A., North Reading

25 Sept 2020

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

Beautiful views and quiet lake

You can't beat this location. Whether you're sitting on the deck, the dock or by the fire pit, all you see is lake. It's a very quiet area. It took 10 minutes to drive to the breweries, distillery and grocery store. Great communication from owner. He messaged us several times to make sure we had everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT AND HOPE B.

24 July 2020

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

Love this place!!

We could not have chosen a more perfect place for an extended family of eight. The house was large with everything we needed. Couldn’t keep the kids out of the water which made for a perfect and relaxing time for the adults. A huge thank you to the Ciccone family!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Eric Ciccone

I live in the Boston area and I grew up spending summers on Highland lake in this 4 room 1929 log cabin. My parents are originally from Portland and they purchased the lakefront home back in 1979 to stay connected with family and friends. Some of my best memories were created at the old "camp." I am all grown up now-54 and my 3 children, siblings, nephews and niece are continuing the family tradition of building great memories on Highland lake.

Why they chose this property

If there is one thing an extended family of 16 can agree upon is that we all love spending time at the cabin on Highland lake. So, the old "camp" needed to be expanded to accommodate such a large and growing family. Over the past 3 years we meticulously restored the antique log cabin and expanded upon it to more than double its size. We wanted to retain its rustic charm yet introduce the convenience of modern living. Every square inch is custom crafted with this goal in mind. We are proud to open our doors and share our family treasure with your family.

What makes this property unique

I think the unique benefit of this home is its rustic charm without sacrificing the luxury of modern living. Also, the location affords a deep woods feel yet you can instantly experience the cosmopolitan City of Portland which is just 10 miles away. It truly is the best of both worlds.