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Woodstock house rental - Bald Mountain (see: more on our website link)
Bald Mountain (see: more on our website link)
 
Woodstock house rental - Bald Mountain (see: more on our website link)

Bald Mountain (see: more on our website link)

Enjoy breakfest with a view (see: more on our website link)

Enjoy breakfest with a view (see: more on our website link)

Dining Room (see: more on our website link)

Dining Room (see: more on our website link)

5 lb Brook Trout taken from our dock (see: more on our website link)

5 lb Brook Trout taken from our dock (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Living Room (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Living Room (see: more on our website link)

View from Bald Mt. (see: more on our website link)

View from Bald Mt. (see: more on our website link)

Guest House (see: more on our website link)

Guest House (see: more on our website link)

Guest House Master Loft (see: more on our website link)

Guest House Master Loft (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Bed Room (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Bed Room (see: more on our website link)

This Big Buck often comes at dusk (see: more on our website link)

This Big Buck often comes at dusk (see: more on our website link)

There's boats, canoes and a small sail boat (see; more on our website link)

There's boats, canoes and a small sail boat (see; more on our website link)

This baby Moose is huge now... (see: more on our website link)

This baby Moose is huge now... (see: more on our website link)

  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps10
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Woodstock vacation house rental
House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths, (Sleeps 8-10)

THIS IS THE COUNTRY VACATION THAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF. The scent of wood smoke and pine. The haunting echo of a loon on a misty, morning pond. Moose wading at the shoreline.

Nestled in a pristine mountain valley, this upscale, waterfront property will take your breath away! The lush (3) acre setting includes, a spacious Grand House, a large New England Barn separate Alpine Style Guest House located on the northwestern tip of the property.

The architecture of the home interiors is an open concept; T&G pine walls, stone and pine floors, high beamed ceilings w/sky lights and lots of glass and decks to enjoy the views. Each season on the Pond is a truly, unique experience. In SUMMER swim crystal clear water; enjoy virgin trout fishing just outside your door. Sail or canoe on the Pond, breathe in the view before an evening cookout. AUTUMN on the Pond is breath taking! A blaze of color reflects upon the mirrored surface on the Pond. It's a perfect time for hiking, Mt. Biking, some late golf or trout fishing: spectacular photography. WINTER? Ski Sunday River or Mt. Abram. It's a snowmobile paradise! Sled from your door across miles of Maine's trail system.

While at the house, build a bonfire, make hot chocolate and skate in the shadow of the mountains on the Pond. Snowshoe or X-Country ski an untouched winter wonderland. Or, just cozy up beside the fireplace with someone special and enjoy the quiet of the winter woods.

Both homes have mountain and water views. Each home is rented separately. Check it out!

Keywords: Lakefront, Waterfront, lake, Mountains, hot tub, boats, fireplace, snowmobile, trout fishing, rock climbing, honeymoon, family, vacation, moose, hiking, biking, price, weekend, rental, house, cabin, Bald Mt., private, upscale, pet, nonsmoking, swimming, beach, romantic, quiet, relaxing, wifi, internet,

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About The Owner

Ever since I was a boy I had wanted to be writer. I had read everything that Hemingway wrote. I guess I was as caught up in the legend of Ernest Hemingway—who the man was and how he lived his life—as much as I was his crisp, efficient prose.

Neil Young, to me, is to music what Hemingway is to American literature. As that young boy I insistently listened to Neil Young, began to write and dreamed one day of building a place in the mountains, on a peaceful lake in beautiful Maine.

Why The Owner chose Woodstock

I took my time. I searched to find that idyllic place that I had imagined. That’s how I found Shagg. It is a secluded paradise of green forest, on the shore of crystal clear-spring-fed water. The lake is nestled in a mountain valley. At the northern tip, the granite face of Bald Mountain rises up and reflects down upon the water. The moose… The loons… The massive trout… I built the main house and a guest house and a large New England barn. I invite you and your loved ones to come share a get-away on the lake in Maine I used to dream about.

What makes this house unique

It’s difficult to decide which season I like best up on Shagg. Of course, Summer is amazing. I love to swim and fish and hike Bald Mountain. The views are breathtaking. I love the wild sounds just before dusk when loons are settling down for the day. Then I want to say Autumn because the lake is ablaze with vibrant color. The sky is that beautiful rich blue. And the air is cool, crisp, sprinkled with the scent of wood smoke. When I think of Winter, I think of stillness. Quiet. Deer tracks in the snow outside the door. Getting on a snowmobile under starlight chasing shadows along a mountain trail.

Now that I think about it, what I like best is when someone like you writes in our guest book, “We had the best time together here.” Then you talk about how you made the mountains and the lake and the house yours. How this place will always be apart of you. How you will always be a part of it. That’s exactly the place I told you about. It’s that place I dreamed of creating when I was a little boy.

Woodstock house rental - Bald Mountain (see: more on our website link)

Bald Mountain (see: more on our website link)

Enjoy breakfest with a view (see: more on our website link)

Enjoy breakfest with a view (see: more on our website link)

Dining Room (see: more on our website link)

Dining Room (see: more on our website link)

5 lb Brook Trout taken from our dock (see: more on our website link)

5 lb Brook Trout taken from our dock (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Living Room (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Living Room (see: more on our website link)

View from Bald Mt. (see: more on our website link)

View from Bald Mt. (see: more on our website link)

Guest House (see: more on our website link)

Guest House (see: more on our website link)

Guest House Master Loft (see: more on our website link)

Guest House Master Loft (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Bed Room (see: more on our website link)

Grand House Bed Room (see: more on our website link)

This Big Buck often comes at dusk (see: more on our website link)

This Big Buck often comes at dusk (see: more on our website link)

There's boats, canoes and a small sail boat (see; more on our website link)

There's boats, canoes and a small sail boat (see; more on our website link)

This baby Moose is huge now... (see: more on our website link)

This baby Moose is huge now... (see: more on our website link)

Each season on the pond is a truly unique experience. In Summer, swim crystal clear water; enjoy virgin trout fishing just outside your door; sail or canoe on the pond; breathe in the view before an evening cookout. Autumn on the pond is breathtaking! A blaze of color reflects upon the mirrored surface on the pond. It's a perfect time for hiking, mountain biking, some late golf or trout fishing. Spectacular photography. What about winter? There's Sunday River and Mt. Abram. It's a snowmobilers paradise! Sled from your door across miles of Maine's system. Build a bonfire, make hot chocolate and skate in the shadow of the mountains around the pond. Snowshoe, cross-country ski a winter wonderland, or just cozy beside the fireplace with someone special and enjoy the quiet of the winter woods.

Other Activities: Snowmobile Trail outside your door Skating on the pond.

Ski: We are 20 minute away from MT Abram, ski area.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Woodstock, Maine

Notes

  • $775-$975/wk ($1,750 both houses)
  • US Dollars
  • The Grand House .. $975/week
  • The Guest House .. $775/week
  • $200 (Refundable) Security Deposit Per House is Required.
  • A Pet Fee is extra (Depending on type of pet).
  • Monthly/Seasonal Rates upon request.
  • Maine 7% Sales Tax
  • ***DEEP DISCOUNT FOR SNOWMOBILE SEASON RESERVATION by October 15th.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Woodstock, Maine

Property Type:
  • house

Floor Area:
  • 4000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Mountain View ...
    Surrounded by mountians
  • Lakefront
  • Lake View

Theme:
  • Family
  • Away From It All

General:
  • Fireplace
  • sofabed
  • Garage ...
    Large Barn Grand House
  • Heating
  • Broadband Access ...
    Available upon request
  • Linens Provided
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    (3) Large feildstone in Grand House Living Room, Grand House Master Bedroom and Guest House Living Room
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Alarm Clock
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Firewood
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Internet
  • Towels Provided
  • Dialup Access
  • Parking
  • Iron & Board
  • Telescope

Kitchen:
  • Kitchen ...
    (2) both houses
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Grill
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Blender
  • Lobster Pot
  • Pantry Items
  • Stove
  • Microwave ...
    (2)
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Refrigerator ...
    (2)
  • Ice Maker ...
    (2)
  • Freezer
  • Oven

Dining:
  • Dining Room

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -

Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Double Beds (3), Twin or Single Beds (2)
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • Books for Adults
  • Books for Kids
  • Games
  • Music Library
  • DVD Player
  • VCR
  • CD Player
  • Video Library
  • Stereo
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    (2) Both houses
  • Television
  • Radio

Communication / Internet:
  • fax

Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Barbecue
  • Deck / Patio ...
    (2) both houses
  • Balcony ...
    Guest House Master Bedroom
  • Boat with Paddles
  • Raft
  • Child's Swing
  • Sand Box
  • Sailboat
  • Canoe
  • Boat
  • Wood Deck
  • Boat Dock
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Screen Porch / Veranda
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Walkway to Water

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • pets considered
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible

Pool / Spa:
  • Hot Tub ...
    Grand House deck looking at water/mountains
  • Outdoor Hot Tub

Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • live theater
  • autumn foliage
  • caves
  • churches
  • library
  • marina
  • pond
  • forests
  • coin laundry
  • waterfalls
  • museums
  • cinemas

Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • bird watching
  • sledding
  • antiquing
  • sight seeing
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • wildlife viewing
  • boating
  • shopping

Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • ATM/bank

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • water skiing
  • mountaineering
  • paragliding
  • cycling
  • skiing
  • pier fishing
  • rafting
  • spelunking
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hunting big game
  • hunting small game
  • ice skating
  • mountain climbing
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • sailing
  • hunting
  • swimming
  • rock climbing
  • hiking
  • snowmobiling
  • cross country skiing
  • fishing

Notes: Private Hot Tub in Grand House)

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Woodstock, Maine

Vacation in Maine Writer's Private Compound
average rating of 4.75 based on 4 reviews
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Vacation in Maine Writer's Private Compound
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p10583vb
+1 6038831506
Woodstock Mountains & Lakes
Tavares, Florida
4

Had a Wonderful stay at Shagg Pond

4 of 5
Submitted: September 11, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We stayed in the Great House for 2 weeks and my daughter and her family stayed in the Guest House. The Great house was awesome, beautiful views, large living areas, remote location, but not too far from town. A perfect Maine getaway. Close to the White Mtns of NH, and about 1 1/2 hours to the coast of Maine. We enjoyed the hammock, and the large deck, fishing from the dock and paddling the canoes and row boat. Sleeping with the windows open and hearing the call of the loons.
A group of us hiked to the top of Bald Mtn. don't miss it, if you stay here, the views are worth the climb, spectacular!
The Guest house was also very nice, clean and fresh, a short 50 yd walk to main house. The owner was very nice and providing excellent customer service, we did get our deposits back in a timely manner.
There was no Broadband internet, but we found "The Smiling Moose" in South Paris about 30 min away does have WiFi as well as good food and friendly staff.
Bring your own towels as they are not furnished. Overall,had an awesome vacation.
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Vacation in Maine Writer's Private Compound
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p10583vb
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Woodstock Mountains & Lakes
boynton beach, fl
5

GREAT GETAWAY IN MAINE

5 of 5
Submitted: July 8, 2011 Stayed: June 2011
STAYED IN THE GRAND HOUSE, VIEW OF LAKE BEAUTIFUL--- WE HAD A GREAT VACATION AT YOUR HOME. EVERYTHING COULDN'T HAVE BEEN MORE PERFECT. VERY PEACEFUL WHEN WE WANTED IT AND IF WE WANTED TO GET OUT AND ABOUT PLACES WERE CONVENIENT TO GET TO AND SITE SEEING AS WELL. WENT TO MT. WASHINGTON, JUST BEAUTIFUL AND NICE DRIVE. WE GOT FRIENDLY WITH THE LOONIES, SOOO NICE. THE FIREPLACE WAS GREAT. HAD SOME NICE COOL NIGHTS WITH A BEAUTIFUL FIRE. JUST KNOW, CELL PH SERVICE IS VERY LIMITED (CHK WITH YOUR CARRIER) WE COULDNT GET ANY RECEPTION) ALSO AT THE TIME NO INTERNET, I THINK THEY ARE WORKING ON THIS
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 4/4
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Vacation in Maine Writer's Private Compound
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p10583vb
+1 6038831506
Woodstock Mountains & Lakes
Concord NH USA
5

Unbelievable!!! We just had the best vacation ever

5 of 5
Submitted: June 23, 2010 Stayed: June 2010
We had to vacation early this year because of my husband's new job. We worried about the weather but summer came early. The lake and the mountain views are breath-taking. This is a very special place. My family rented the Grand House which was simply beautiful. The moment we arrived, it was like we were home. The world back home melted away. There was everything! The beds were made up and the house was spotless. The kids swam and fished. One day the whole family hiked up Bald Mountain and had a picnic lunch looking out over the endless mountains surrounding us. This was the most relaxing time. It was the kind of oldfashion family vacation that I remember as a child. Now my children are already asking if we can go back next summer. My husband and I took in the view everyday from the hot tub on the deck.

We would highly recommend this property to everyone who imagines a perfect, oldfashion, New England summer vacation. Oh-- we saw a MOOSE!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 9/9
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http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p10583vb
+1 6038831506
Woodstock Mountains & Lakes
Mattapoisett, MA
5

Grand House is Great

5 of 5
Submitted: January 8, 2008 Stayed: December 2007
We stayed at the "Grand House", one of two properties on this site. It was what was promised and more. For cleanliness it compared very well, superior, to 4 and 5 star hotels that I've stayed in. The owner had a contractor come to plow the very long drive and shovel us out twice during our 1 week stay. The contractor was polite and conscientious. We were supplied with ample firewood to enjoy a wonderful fieldstone fireplace. The home was furnished very attractively and all the needed amenities were available. We were able to follow the somewhat complicated directions and arrived in the timeframe that was projected for travel. The property owner was friendly while arrangements were made and left contact numbers should we need to reach her during our stay. We have already suggested to friends that we rent both houses on the property for a two family ski trip in the coming months. This was a very enjoyable experience! HOWEVER- WE ARE STILL WAITING ON OUR SECURITY DEPOSIT RETURN. WE LEFT THE HOUSE IMMACULATE. EMAILED OWNER W/O RESPONSE.
Owner's Response: Deposit Returned immediately. As I explained , we are so sorry for the glitch that happened. Thank you for the wonderful things you had to say about our property. We're happy you had such a great vacation.
Barbara
Helpful votes: 15/17
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