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Main entrance to the residence off of East Shore Road
Front entry into the residence
Looking from the main entrance towards East Shore Rd. Large parking court area.
Very well landscaped gardens greet guests arriving at “Camp”
View “Lakeside” looking up from lower deck and firepit area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12631.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Embden, ME
  • Place, Embden Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugarloaf Ski Resort
  • Place, Sugarloaf Mountain

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds and 1 Crib

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury

Rustic Luxury! Year round sprawling Lakeside "Campsion". DURING SUMMER 7 NIGHT MINIMUM.

Offering 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. Enormous 1500+/- s.f. Great room with huge Flatscreen TV, pool table , game table and so much more. Private waterfront with two docks. Large deck off of the Main house as well as a lower deck with fire pit by the water.

NOW BOOKING FOR SUMMER 2026. DURING SUMMER WE HAVE A 7 NIGHT MINIMUM
Year round waterfront lodge is nestled on just under 2 acres situated directly on the beautiful and tranquil lake. This year-round lake house features custom and unique design throughout. The private water frontage and outdoor areas provide privacy for your family or corporate retreat. Enjoy the sunset and Mountain View’s from the expansive outdoor living areas with glass railings to maximize the views of the lake. The lake provides for great water sports such as boating, water skiing, tubing, swimming , fishing, canoeing , kayaking etc. This lake house property also provides a private swim dock at the water's edge as well as private huge boat dock with chaise lounge chairs . Water entry is pebbly ( not murky or muddy!!!) The entire property enjoys the sun throughout the entire day and is witness to beautiful sunsets across the lake. While here, you are close to Lakewood Golf Club and Playhouse, Diadema Golf Club as well as the beautiful Sugarloaf Mountain and its recreational activities. White water rafting is also available at the “forks”. Plenty of Summer, Fall, and Winter activities for everyone in your party. Open concept kitchen with Stainless appliances ( fully outfitted kitchen with dishwasher microwave etc.)
Dining Room ( seating for 10-12 between the large dining table and breakfast bar. Additionally, matching serving ware for groups of up to 14)

Two living areas with one enjoying a wood burning stove /Fireplace
Yard with open lawn area for summer yard games.
Full Laundry room ( we do offer 2 paddle boards, 3 kayaks and canoe )
Two tiered Decks with outside Fireplace
Gated property
Parking court for multiple vehicles.
Garage and Eagles Nest- Detached ( Eagles nest is not part of the rental unless arranged with owner)
Satellite TV and Internet
Security cameras are in use facing the front access door and the rear access doors. Not inside the residence !)
So many great amenities we can’t list them all. Many of our guests return year after year. Please look at our ratings. We have also owned this residence in excess of 23 years. We also are constantly making new improvements annually adding new amenities and keeping up with all routine maintenance which isn’t always the case with short term rentals. Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions you may have.

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Amenities

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Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks

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

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This property does not have any lifts

About the area

North Anson

Located in North Anson, this holiday home is on the waterfront. King Pine and Whiffletree SuperQuad Chairlift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ski Museum of Maine and Maine Huts & Trails. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Embden, ME

What's nearby

  • Embden Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wyman Lake - 34 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Skowhegan State Fairgrounds - 38 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Porter Lake - 50 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Appalachian Trail - 53 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Griswolds Country Store/ Diner/ Gas Station - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bing- Sol - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪SOLON SUPERETTE - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kniffins Custom Meats and Smokehouse - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Trail Headz Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury on 21 May 2026 start from AU$1,408, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy a pristine Maine lake. PRIVATE Waterfront. Elevated Rustic Luxury located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Embden Pond and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Kennebec River. Houston Brook Falls and Wyman Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Great Escape

Very clean, plenty of space to spread out, lovely pond - swimming, paddle boarding and fishing. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

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

Absolutely fabulous house and stay!

We had a wonderful, wonderful stay! The house was fabulous! It provided family members spaces to gather together, as well as space to be by themselves. The outside space also provides so many different spaces to gather, swim, and enjoy each other and the beautiful pond. It was such a wonderful house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Magnificent vacation

We loved our vacation at Camp Baumann. The house was spacious and roomy yet cozy at the same time. So fun and unique and comfy spots for the whole family inside and outside on the multiple decks and docks. Loved the kayak and paddle boards, hot tub, fire pit - you name it. Steve was an excellent host. He was very responsive to my many questions and requests for recommendations. All 11 of us had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a magical week my family and friends had staying at Camp Baumann !!!! From the moment we turned into the driveway we were enchanted. This very spacious home somehow manages to capture the charm and coziness that is essential in the lake house experience. Attention to details and anticipation of every need truly made this one of our most memorable Maine experiences ( which is impressive considering I have been visiting Maine for the last 51 years). The lake front was perfection and stairs placed at both docks made it accessible for us all.Our only complaint is that we didn’t stay longer.We can’t wait to come back next year. The Bauman's were the perfect hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis M.

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Perfection

Our l family of eight adults thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was better than described. So much space for all of us to relax and play. We enjoy the every bit. Steve is truly a ‘super’ host and was very responsive both before and during our stay. My only question is “is it too soon to go back”?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for sharing your home with our family, we loved our stay and created memories we will cherish forever. The house was spacious for our group of 7, everyone had space to themselves and there was plenty of room to comfortably relax in the same area. The outdoor area is beautiful - the landscaping is exceptionally groomed, the seating areas are among the breath-taking lake/mountain views, and there is room for all everywhere you go. Our family spent our sun-time in the lake, the water is crystal clear and clean enough to not need a shower after a swim. The host is very kind and was quick to answer any questions we had. Thank you so much! cannot wait to return!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark ..

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

Perfect lakehouse

This was our second year and Steve does a great job with this rental. The house is pristine, well stocked and the property is amazing. We had incredible weather this year and the lake was amazing. We also rented a boat from Port Harbor Marine which was really fun. We had 13 people stay at the house and it was more than enough room. Not much going on in the surrounding towns but if you are looking for a place to just relax at for a week, this is the place for you. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Amazing Getaway

Simply put, this property surpassed our expectations. An amazing home (camp) on a beautiful, quiet lake. Embden Pond has some of the clearest water we've ever seen a New England lake have. Just what the doctor ordered if you are looking for a true escape with family/friends. Accommodations were top notch, and the pool table was a wonderful bonus. Days were spent fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding and using the great swim/dive dock. Took day trips to white water rafting (Kennebec River) and zip lining and hiking (Sugarloaf). Owners were responsive and excellent to deal with. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Winter Gem

Terrific winter getaway in a really cool house! We enjoyed every aspect of our family stay with our grown children and their children. This home was exceptional well appointed with something for everyone! A beautiful well equipped kitchen for the cook, a wonderful great room to watch the Olympics, and plenty of spaced out bedrooms to enjoy a quiet nights sleep. Situated right on the water with a spectacular winter view. Exceptionally clean and wonderfully decorated. Owner is very responsive and accommodating. A real gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin b.

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

Great Place

The home was large, with plenty of seperate areas for our group of 10. Home is deffinitly.set up for large groups - plenty of seating, cookware, towels, ect. Two great docs plus floating swim platform. We used all the water toys - 2 SUP, 2 kayaks and a canoe. In addition, rented a pontoon boat for 4 days. Dont let the word "pond" fool you, Embden Pond is a sizable lake. Steve, the owner, was very very responsive with all questions. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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Just fantastic

We came to Camp Baumann for an after-Christmas getaway and it was absolutely lovely. The house is huge, and so fun and quirky and personalized-feeling. We had everything we needed, and enjoyed our four days of lounging around in front of the fireplace, in the hot tub, playing pool, and watching movies on the huge TV set. The kitchen was perfectly stocked and organized. We were supposed to come with another family but they had to stay home due to Covid, but there would have been plenty of space for two families to have their own spaces, even though it didn't feel too big for just the four of us. Can't recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

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

Wonderful Stay at Camp Baumann

We had an amazing week at Camp Baumann on Embden Pond that was accompanied by one of the best weather weeks of the Summer. The house and location were impeccable and everything you could wish for. With a pontoon boat rented from Maine Boat and the kayaks and paddleboats provided at the house, we spent a large portion of our days on the lake. We loved everything about the home, from the great room to the large bedrooms and especially the outdoor living area. We took the kids on a short hike to Reed Brook Falls with its cascading falls. Steve was very helpful and always available to answer any questions. At the end of the week, my 8 year old nephew said he stay there forever. Camp Baumann is by far and away the top vacation rental we have stayed at and look forward to returning in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Fantastic Family Reunion

My family came from all over...California, Virginia and Florida to spend time together in Maine. Embden Pond is such a beautiful lake and this house was wonderful. Plenty of room to spread out and relax. The kitchen was so well equipped......we had everything we needed to cook big meals every night. We had a great time!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

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

A Wonderful Week

Our family of 10+ thoroughly enjoyed our week at Camp Baumann. The house itself is unique (in a good way), with lots of space to spread out, the pond (it’s really a small lake) was lovely…big enough but still relatively quiet, and the outdoor space is truly remarkable. The owner was always available to help deal with any minor issues that arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark ..

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

Incredible huge. Lots of space.

We loved the property. We found that the place had just about everything that we needed, except a bluetooth speaker :). I had a question or two on the first day and the host was very attentive and answered them right away. We had two families and a friend stay with us, which was a total of 10 people. We could have easily had 15 people in the house. The place is huge. The great room, or bear den as we called it is great at night for large groups and games. We rented a boat for the week through harbor marine and it worked out great. Lots of great memories at this place and it was only our first time. We will for sure be rebooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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Family time !

We had a wonderful week . The house is beautiful and well appointed. Lots of space to spread out, great kitchen . Outdoor space is exceptional with plenty of seating, hot tub and view of the lake. Steve the owner was very helpful and accessible. The area is quite remote but great for a peaceful getaway on a beautiful lake!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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50th Birthday Surprise

We rented this beautiful house for my husband's 50th birthday. His friends came from far and wide to celebrate with us. We had a fantastic time, and the home was perfect for our group of 15. The kids loved playing pool and watching sports on the giant TV. The adults loved gathering around the fireplace having conversations. Although the weather was cold and there was quite a snowstorm, we were warm and happy in the house. We skated on Embden Pond and enjoyed the sound of the ice singing at night. Even the hot tub was enjoyed in the cold! We even had a catered meal delivered from Alice and Lulu's at the base of Sugarloaf. Also, highly recommended. The property manager was there for any questions we had and assured us that we'd be plowed and shoveled out after the snow. The home has a whole house generator, so we hardly noticed even when the power went out. We did have an issue with the furnace, which was quickly resolved. We never were uncomfortable. The house is about 45 minutes to Sugarloaf and worth the drive to stay at such a beautiful place. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Excellent girls trip

Excellent stay. Had everything we needed. Interesting Maine decor!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

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Fall Wedding Trip

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Embden Pond. We were in town for a family wedding and needed a quite place for a retreat from the wedding chaos. Not only was the house and pond as beautiful as pictured, the leaves were turning and provided an extraordinary landscape. And there was plenty of activities inside and out to keep the family entertained!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hadi K.

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

Incredible house

Everything is perfect about the house. Steve was so helpful and responsive. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend if you want a quiet off the beaten path lake experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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Lakehouse paradise

This property is amazing. The lake itself is unbelievably gorgeous. We commented all week long in disbelief over how clean, clear, and weed free the water is. We soaked up every moment in that water!! The paddleboards were used a ton as well. Loved the raft to swim or paddleboard out to. Please know for less mobile folks it's not a super easy access to the water. (My whole family, 12, 15, 17 and two in our 40's, had no issues, but my parents, both in their 70's, were not able to access the water, they did enjoy the amazing view, though!) The yard is impeccably maintained. We did use the hot tub once. Plenty of outside seating to enjoy the various areas or dine outside. The inside of the house surprised us even after reading previous reviews. It was spotless, comfortable, and very spacious! Quite a few stairs to consider if that's an issue for you. Very easy to spread out or come together as a group in this home. We loved relaxing in the great room (or the theater as my mom called it!) at the end of the day. The owner is super nice, very quick to communicate, and wants you to have a great stay. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. It was a tough spot to leave!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Perfect house for our family vacation

This is a fabulous house with a great waterfront location. From the cleanliness of the house to the detailed decorating, we thouroughly enjoyed our week. The owner was very attentive and easy to communicate with. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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Lake Perfection

Okay, so officially Embden is a pond, but somehow “pond” just doesn’t seem to capture the beauty to be found here. The house is beautiful without being pretentious or stuffy. Our family of 7 adults and 3 kids (aged 9-17) had plenty of space to spread out and relax both inside and out. There was also ample room to gather everyone together for meals. The grown ups brought fishing gear and permits and fished off the dock every day. The teens and kids enjoyed the paddle boards, kayaks, and swim dock. Everyone enjoyed the fire pit and s’mores. Aside from the beautiful setting and home, what really makes this property stand out is the attention to detail - all the little things that make you feel like you are in someone’s home, not a generic rental property - beach towels, tissues on the bed stand, candles to use on the patio - just a few little examples. This place is a gem, and we will treasure our memories of the week we spent there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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Simply Amazing

This property is flat out amazing. The pictures in the listing don't do it justice. Everything that you would need is in the home, I brought things I anticipated needing and was surprised to find them already there. The home is extremely clean, plenty of space for a large family to space out but also provides great spaces for gatherings. The lake is crystal clear, the docks are new and well built, I rented a 22 foot pontoon boat for the week and there was ample space with cleats to tie it up sucurely. I brought my ATV and was surprised to find that if you take a left out of the driveway and go about a 1/2 mile, the road turns to dirt and there are miles and miles of well marked ATV trails. Steve (property owner) is super attentive and responsive, he was extremely accomodating and very nice. This is truly a 5 star property and if you decide to rent it, I assure you that you won't be dissapointed. We hope to come again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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Perfect Lake Retreat for the whole Family

We did a family reunion at Camp Baumann and the house was a great size to accommodate 8 adults and 5 children. The outside space is very spacious and a beautiful spot to relax with lake views. Fun for the whole family with lake activities: canoe, paddle board, kayaks, and a floating swim platform! The great room was also very large and a great spot to gather for movies and sporting events. We loved our stay and felt the house was really spacious to accommodate our group!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Steve Baumann

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We have owned this lake property going on 23 years. We take great pride in keeping our lakehouse in excellent condition. Many of our guests return every year and always can plan on seeing new capital improvements or upgrades to the property. We love having the opportunity to share this property with our guests. We get rave reviews on our properties condition, maintenance and cleanliness.

Why they chose this property

Private property that you enter thru a gated entrance down our long paved private drive to the parking court. Very well landscaped outdoor areas. The lake is also one of the cleanest in the state.

What makes this property unique

The size and layout of the home offer guests the ability to be together or break away with the multiple gathering areas both inside and out. The curated furnishings over the last 23 years are both elevated and unique making the interior design a favorite feature to our guests. The cleanliness of the lake is also important to note. One of the cleanest in the state. The quality and character of the property coupled with the extensive well landscaped grounds remain a favorite feature for our guests. Many of our guests have been returning year after year.

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