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Unique Historic House on Pristine Watchic Lake
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5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8464.5 sq m
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Standish, ME
- Place, Watchic Pond2 min walk
- Place, Sebago Lake10 min drive
- Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier44 min drive
- Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Second Floor Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Second Floor Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Third Floor Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Third Floor Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Third Floor Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
First Floor Mini-Bathroom
Toilet
Master Bedroom En Suite
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Third Floor Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Unique Historic House on Pristine Watchic Lake
This charming semi-historic house is truly unlike any other. Perfectly situated on the eastern shore of beautiful and clean Watchic Lake, you will enjoy abundant sun in the back yard with 100 feet of water frontage great for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, or just lounging by the water or on the dock. The house is a spacious three story building with a full kitchen, living room, formal dining room, five bedrooms, laundry area, and two and a half bathrooms. Lovely antique furnishings, wood flooring, and ten foot ceilings on the first floor lend elements of elegance to the house, but what makes it truly remarkable are the porches. The house boasts 2200 square feet of magnificent enclosed porches wrapping around three sides of the first two floors. During the summer months, there is hardly any need for the inner rooms, as the porches provide accommodations for relaxing, recreation and entertainment, eating meals, and even sleeping. These amazing porches make this property truly unlike any other available, and are sure to make your stay here memorable.
Watchic Lake (or Watchic Pond) is a clean and quiet 443 acre lake with a maximum depth of 41 feet. A variety of fish species inhabit the lake, including bass, perch, and pickerel. Several loons and families of ducks also call this lake home. The lake is fed by springs and a small stream, and is drained by two streams, one at each end. Several small privately owned islands can be found near the center of the lake. To date, no invasive aquatic plants have been found in Watchic Lake.
Please note that although this property can comfortably sleep a large number of people, the maximum occupancy of 8 people is strictly enforced to maintain the quality of the lake and to prevent overwhelming the single family septic system.
Watchic Lake (or Watchic Pond) is a clean and quiet 443 acre lake with a maximum depth of 41 feet. A variety of fish species inhabit the lake, including bass, perch, and pickerel. Several loons and families of ducks also call this lake home. The lake is fed by springs and a small stream, and is drained by two streams, one at each end. Several small privately owned islands can be found near the center of the lake. To date, no invasive aquatic plants have been found in Watchic Lake.
Please note that although this property can comfortably sleep a large number of people, the maximum occupancy of 8 people is strictly enforced to maintain the quality of the lake and to prevent overwhelming the single family septic system.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Standish
Located in Standish, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Long Beach Marina and Seacoast Adventure are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Poulin Preserve and Waterboro Barrens Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Standish, ME
What's nearby
- Watchic Pond - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Sebago Lake - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
- Maine Mall - 29 min drive - 35.0 km
- Old Orchard Beach - 40 min drive - 49.7 km
- Old Orchard Beach Pier - 44 min drive - 52.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Panda Market - 16 min drive
- Aroma Joe's - 4 min drive
- Dunkin' - 5 min drive
- Limington Martket - 8 min drive
- The Kitchen - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Listing accuracy
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12 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Christine A.
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family memories made
Christine A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Theresa S.
12 Aug 2023
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Family week
Theresa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jeannine P.
17 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suberb location
Jeannine P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Lynda Swan B.
4 Sept 2025
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Lynda Swan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lee T.
16 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need is there.
Lee T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent
John R.
12 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Gatsby
John R.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
Karen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Maureen C.
29 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Sibling Wedding/Family Reunion
Maureen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Arthur B.
21 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Gatsby for Sure !
Arthur B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Raymond S.
22 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, location is fantastic
Raymond S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan P.
9 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house, view, and host
Ryan P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Jenny S.
26 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful
Jenny S.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Chris W.
30 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing family vacation on the lake
Chris W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Charlene R.
16 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Charlene R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Maureen C.
23 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old but charming
Maureen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Kathy H.
10 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay there again
Kathy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Deline H.
18 Sept 2021
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Wonderful Location
Deline H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good
Julie T.
11 Sept 2021
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R & R
Julie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent
David L.
5 Sept 2021
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Relaxing Waterfront Home
David L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Kathryn M.
29 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Kathryn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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8/10 Good
Rob H.
4 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised, almost.
Rob H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Steve K.
5 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property!
Steve K.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Doug C.
2 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinary Experience
Doug C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent
William A.
7 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pristine lake!
William A.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020
About the host
Hosted by Michael Hanaburgh
Mike is a long-time resident of Maine who spent several of his childhood years in this very house. He now lives in nearby Gray with his wife and daughter. After many years teaching high school Biology, Mike has recently undertaken the adventure of a career change and transitioned into property management full time.
Why they chose this property
Mike is the fourth generation of his family to own this house. He lived here year round for several years as a child and has continued to spend time here whenever possible in the years since. Now, he is happy to share this beautiful lakefront property with his wife and teenaged daughter, and also with the guests who choose to make their own happy summer memories enjoying all that the property and the lake have to offer.
What makes this property unique
There really is no other place quite like The Little Gatsby House. Ideally located on a beautiful Maine lake, summers here are perfect for making amazing memories to cherish for a lifetime. But what makes this place truly unique are the magnificent enclosed porches that wrap around three sides of the first two floors. You will love spending time there day and night.
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