Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake

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New Dock. 5’ deep at end of the dock and 12’ at the swim raft.

Dock and Beach - Beautifully clear water and sandy bottom

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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

St Albans, ME

Great Moose Lake15 min walk
Sebasticook Lake30 min drive
Skowhegan State Fairgrounds42 min drive
Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Ground Floor Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

**Please note - We only rent our property through the VRBO/Homeaway company. If you see it listed on local websites for rent - it is a scam. Please reach out to us through VRBO/HomeAway with any questions - Thanks!**

Welcome to "Cliffside." Perched on a beautiful spot looking west over Great Moose Lake, enjoy spectacular sunsets, swimming, great fishing, and family fun in this well appointed 2,400 sq. ft. home. Cliffside features three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and is thoughtfully designed for entertaining both adults and young ones alike. All three levels feature their own bedroom and bathroom, sleeping two on the second floor, two on the first, and four on the ground floor.

The main floor features a full kitchen with dining and sitting area with a walk out deck for grilling and enjoying the lake view. A massive two story propane fireplace overlooks the cathedral ceiling great room. The second story has a bedroom with half bath and a balcony overlooking the lake and the main floor. The bottom floor "game room" is fully equipped for fun, including a ping pong table and an old fashioned Popcorn Machine to enjoy movie nights on the large screen TV. A selection of movies are available for you or you can sign in to your Netflix account. A large selection of board games are also available.

**Please select Videos (beside photos) to see a better views of the property and the lake** A field stone and granite patio lead to a staircase which brings you to the lake. A new dock was installed in June of 2017. The water is crystal clear and the lake bottom is firm gravel and stone, perfect for swimming. For the little ones, an easy zero grade walk in from the small beach makes exploring easy. Please note the staircase to the lake would not be recommended for young children unsupervised or for people with mobility limitations.

Spend your days swimming, kayaking, fishing, and playing in the beautiful water of Great Moose Lake. Frequent loon sightings, gorgeous sunsets and tranquil views are a part of the experience at "Cliffside". On a clear night the star gazing is spectacular from the deck or lawn.

Nearby Hartland features a grocery store and restaurant, along with a hardware store. Only 20 minutes away, Newport has a Walmart, Pizza Hut, Dunkin' Donuts, along with many other stores. Palmyra Golf Course is only 10 minutes from the house. Bangor is about 50 minutes. The iconic Acadia National Park, located on the beautiful Mount Desert Island and home to Cadillac Mountain is approximately a 1 hour and 45 minute drive from the property. Given the size of the park you can easily hit many of its best destinations inside of a days journey. Bar Harbor, the bustling town on Mount Desert Island is a great location for shopping, dining and embarking on a number of sea faring excursions.

In the winter enjoy nearby snowmobile trails, snow shoeing and cross country skiing. There is also at least one or two ice fishing derbies each season. If downhill skiing is your preference, New England's premier skiing resort at Sugarloaf USA is only 60 miles away. Smaller ski resorts are closer.

We recently acquired this home and will continue to add updated photos highlighting the beautiful outdoor aspects of this property.
Suitability: children welcome, non-smoking only, pets not allowed, wheelchair inaccessible.

Property manager

Scott Ismail

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint Albans

Located in Saint Albans, this holiday home is on the waterfront. JW Parks Golf Course and Eaton Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Moose Lake and Sebasticook Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St Albans, ME

What's nearby

Great Moose Lake - 15 min walk
Sebasticook Lake - 30 min drive
Lake Wassookeag - 36 min drive
Skowhegan State Fairgrounds - 42 min drive
Colby College - 44 min drive

Getting around

Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sunrise Restaurant & Bakery - ‬13 min drive
‪Nettie's - ‬10 min drive
‪C & R General Store - ‬21 min drive
‪Breakfast Nook - ‬21 min drive
‪Hartland Diner - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake located?

This family-friendly Saint Albans holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Great Moose Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of JW Parks Golf Course and Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital. Sebasticook Lake and Lake Wassookeag are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shea M.

9 Aug 2023

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

Gorgeous Home on a Beautiful Lake!

This property is absolutely beautiful inside and out. Our family travels to Maine every year from Virginia to visit family and this by far has been our favorite place to stay to date. The house is very clean and well stocked. My girls loved playing ping pong and using the kayaks and paddle board. The lake is gorgeous. We did lots of fishing and swimming. We saw a bald eagle and lots of loons. This is a great family property - although I wouldn't recommend for anyone that has trouble with stairs. It is 84 steps from the house to the lake. My grandparents came to visit and were unable to walk down to the water due to all the steps. But all in all, I would give our stay a 10 out of 10!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal P.

3 Aug 2022

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

Peaceful Getaway

This property is amazing and was equipped with 2 kayaks, 1 paddle board and a swim dock. We have 5 children ranging in ages from 22-9 years old. All 5 children LOVED this vacation and we spent so much quality time in the water together. It's high praise when every child claims this vacation is their all time favorite. This is the second time we've rented this property and it was just as wonderful as 3 years ago. Scott's home is the perfect peaceful getaway!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John & Kim O.

21 Sept 2021

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Wonderful

We have stayed here many times. We love it.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

29 Aug 2021

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Great Time At Cliffside

It was a wonderful 2 weeks!!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

11 Aug 2021

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Great Vacation, beware the Summer Heat...

Recently stayed for 2 weeks in mid-July. House & property are beautiful & fantastic, clean & well prepped. 2 families (4 adults, 3 kids) & had plenty of room. Internet works well, good enough for streaming services. Deck has been updated w/ composite, railing balusters replaced by horizontal steel cables (nice upgrade). Loft inside got same steel cable upgrade. 4 stars only because house can get stifling hot. 85 degrees w/ windows open and fans going. Owners did install a portable AC prior to our visit, but the 12k BTUs barely made a dent. AC was next to the kitchen table, so at least during meals & games, had cool air blowing on us. Some nights few adults slept on the basement floor to get away from the heat. I recommend pair of window units on opposing sides of 1st floor, consider venting the gas stove out wall thru cabinets, & curtains on the high windows (sun bakes front of the house from 12pm on). Grill is a Charbroil Commercial InfraRed type, w/ solid perforated grates. After cleaning the grill extensively still seemed to smoke profusely during use, & temperature control was tricky. Prefer to see a Weber Genesis & spare propane tank on hand. Master suite upstairs is ½ bath, expect to shower on the main floor. Kitchen is fully stocked. Ample seating everywhere (house, yard, water). 2 kayaks and a paddle board available, & kids caught numerous small fish from dock. Expect a workout getting to/from the lake. 6-7 flights equivalent (no joke about “cliffside”). Elderly would struggle. Multiple landings for rest, & picnic table before the final flight down to the dock. Dock and swim platform are fantastic. Dock has 4 wooden Adirondack chairs, swim platform has 2 built in loungers. Mooring for any boat/power sports you bring. Dock is unanchored and tying to it against house rules. Shoreline is gravel (if considering beaching). Boat launch on the opposite shore, about 20 min car ride. No fuel on lake, bring gas cans. Bugs were fierce at dusk, so limited outside night activity. Expansive patio w/ seating and lighting, fire pit w/ some firewood provided, corn hole game, ping pong with paddles and balls(serious players, bring your own paddles). Dart board, but no darts(that we found). Popcorn machine works well, packets provided above the fridge. TV & soundbar w/ sub make movie night fun. Enjoyed our stay, would consider renting again. Thanks Scott and Kirsten!

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

1 Aug 2021

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Awesome!

Our stay was awesome as usual!! Great owners and beautiful house and lake!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Paul S.

16 July 2021

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

Great house on a beautiful lake

Wonderful property on Great Moose Lake. This was our third time staying at the lake, and as before, it was a wonderful respite. The lake is great for fishing, kayaking, swimming, and general peaceful repose. The laughing loons add to the nightly mystique. This house in particular was spacious and immaculate. All the amenities are here, including smaller touches like ceiling fans and small fans for the bedrooms, which were welcome due to the unexpected heat. Like most of the camps here, there is no AC. Nice deck with a grill and a firepit outside with plenty of chairs and firewood. The steps down to the lake and the dock, swimming platform, kayaks and paddleboard (very nice!) are a hike, but not that bad, especially considering that the elevation gives a great view. The owners are very quick to respond and were able to give timely answers to all our questions. We did have an issue with our departure, though, as there was a perception by the cleaning crew that we had not cleaned enough prior to departure, despite our having spent considerable time that morning and the day before cleaning and tidying. We were surprised and confused by a message from the owner after we left that we had left a mess and would be assessed a cleaning charge. Long story short, I'm not sure what the cleaning crew saw, but we had made great efforts to follow the extensive cleaning instructions prior to our departure. Fortunately, we were able to straighten it up with the owners and receive a refund of the charge. My perception was that the cleaning crew didn't want to do much, if anything. We had taken a few pix of the place right before we left, but they weren't needed in the end, as the owners were gracious to extend the refund. Always take some pix after you've cleaned! In the end, I'd highly recommend this stay. We miss the lake!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

12 July 2021

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Excellent Stay

We had an amazing week on the lake with our family! The house was clean, spacious and had everything we needed and more! Our kids are still talking about it weeks later. We would definitely recommend and would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

B H.

19 June 2021

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Great Lake and a gorgeous house and view!

Our trip was wonderful- the house was clean and had everything we needed. Isolated but overall close to stores.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

24 Feb 2021

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Lakeside Paradise

We had the most amazing stay here. Unlike most guests, we went in the depths of winter (February school break). It was a different kind of lake experience, but one that we thoroughly enjoyed. The lake was frozen solid, and we were able to take long walks around the perimeter, play in the snow, and watch the neighbors ice fish. The house itself was gorgeous and full of light - the lake view is incredible. We had everything we could have wanted - comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen, plenty of games and movies to watch, and great internet service. The fireplace made the house extra warm and cozy all week. Scott had the driveway plowed and the front steps and walk shoveled for us right after it snowed. One of our best vacation rentals ever. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

21 Nov 2020

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Cold and Covid

The house is beautiful as is the backyard and the lake. We simply went too late in the season to really get the most out of the place and most things were closed. We would definitely return in the summer or spring.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

11 Nov 2020

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Beautiful home spectacular view

Landscaping is gorgeous but the stairs ! Would not recommend to anyone with little children or elderly folks

10/10 Excellent

Tarun Reddy B., Westford, MA

20 Oct 2020

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You have it all here!

We stayed at Cliffside for 3 nights and enjoyed the cabin thoroughly. Scott is very responsive and helpful. The cabin is very clean and ready when we arrived. Hanging out on the stone patio and near the firepit is what I loved the most. We had a great time swimming in the lake. There were 2 kayaks, a paddleboard, and life jackets for us to use. The kitchen is fully equipped and there are plenty of board games, ping pong table to keep everyone entertained. Overall a great experience and would love to be back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

27 Sept 2020

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Great Stay for the Family

Overall, a great stay for a large family. Big enough for everyone to have their separate spaces but cozy enough that you can appreciate each other's companies

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

John & Kim O.

14 Sept 2020

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Great place to stay

This lake house has all you need for a great visit, plus a beautiful view.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M., Hanover Park, IL

31 Aug 2020

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A Beautiful Relaxing Sibling Reunion

This property is Amazing. Wish we would have booked two weeks. It was spotless. The outdoor landscaping with multiple sitting areas was inviting and functional. The very best stocked kitchen, easily utilized for lobstah boil to BBQ. Beds were very comfortable. Large clutter free garage. Scenery was gorgeous. The lake was pristine and perfect for swimming. We travel often and our new sister *thank you Ancestry* lives nearby. The owners were qiuck responders and great communicators. Will be back to Cliffside with other family, I'm sure.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K., -

24 Aug 2020

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Quintessential Lakehouse

The view, the crystal clear lake, sunsets on the deck, the fire pit, the majestic property plus the gorgeous, well-stocked home (above and beyond) made for a truly perfect summer vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

2 Aug 2020

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Another great visit to Cliffside!

Thank you very much for another incredible stay at your beautiful home! This our third visit and hope to return next year. The house and dock are perfect for relaxing! The boating, kayaking and fishing were great and the most incredible sunsets.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

26 July 2020

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Beautiful home, comfortable surroundings

Peaceful social distancing. Just what we needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dianna B.

5 July 2020

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Amazing place

I asked my four-year-old what to say about the Lakehouse and she said “thank you we loved your Lakehouse very much!” It really is an amazing place, the hard scapIng outside is absolutely gorgeous. One of my favorite things is that the inside is really a house rather than a camp and had very comfortable couches and chairs and beds. I find that most rentals end up getting peoples hammy downs for furniture and I’d rather be in my own bed, but we were very comfortable here. The game room area on the Lower level stayed really cool which was excellent for movie time and playing ping-pong. The lake area is amazing because there’s a little beach which is so great for little ones. The deck has a gate which was really essential for my toddler. The only negative I can think of is that there are lots of stairs from the lake up to the house which my toddler found incredibly enticing LOL so we enjoyed the lake during naps. The kids room down stairs is GREAT, it doesn’t have windows which is sooooo nice for my kids who like to sleep in the dark. We will definitely be back. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

5 Jan 2020

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Had A Great Time

Came with my family (which includes 4 kids), as a bunch of Floridians in search of snow! We were not disappointed. The home is exactly as pictured and we had everything we needed for a good time. Lots of space and very kid friendly.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Dec 2019

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Heaven

This was our third year in a row staying here. Great house, very comfortable!! Looking forward to booking something in the summer. We will be back next December as well!!

10/10 Excellent

Danette L., Bedford, NH

12 Dec 2019

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Flawless property with all the amenities

The photos do not do this property justice, it is flawless! Our group particularly enjoyed the layout of the home, allowing privacy to each of us with only one bedroom per each of the 3 floors. They spared no expense with the bedding and decor, this is a truly a luxury property. We hope to return next time we are in the Saint Albans area!

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

24 Nov 2019

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Love this location

Thanks for the great week

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bruce F.

10 Oct 2019

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

Excellent Experience

This is an excellent property for those who love being out on or by the lake. The layout is excellent and the house is perfect. The wind picked up occasionally and made being on the lake a little challenging but you can't predict Mother Nature. We were prepared for that possibility and made use of the ping png table and dart board (we brought our own darts ). Communication with Scott was as easy as could be. He answered all my questions and even reached out with updates as the trip got closer. I would recommend staying here to anyone!.

About the host

Hosted by Scott Ismail

Why they chose this property

Thanks for looking at our property at Cliffside. In Maine many families have a "camp" which they grew up with as a focal point for family gatherings and summer fun on the water. My wife and I wanted to give our family the same gift and memories. We spent many years travelling the state, renting different properties and exploring new lakes until we finally discovered Great Moose Lake, and the property at Cliffside. Growing up only 45 minutes away, we were frankly surprised to find this hidden gem among busier and more well known lakes in the state. The property itself is a terrific place to relax, unwind, and have fun with plenty of space for adults and kids alike. We hope you decide to give Cliffside a visit and know that we won't be far away if there's anything you need during your stay.