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Pastoral farm setting for your scenic Maine retreat!
Riverside holiday home with indoor pool and outdoor pool
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16743.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Saco, ME
- Place, Funtown Splashtown USA11 min drive
- Place, Old Orchard Beach13 min drive
- Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier13 min drive
- Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Aster Room
1 Double Bed
Bunk room
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Daisy Room
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Lilac Room
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Lily Room
1 Double Bed
Peony Room
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Rose Master Room
1 King Bed
Tulip Room
1 Double Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st Floor bathroom
Toilet
2nd Floor Great Room Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Floor Tulip & Lily Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
3rd Floor Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Rose Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Pastoral farm setting for your scenic Maine retreat!
River Winds Farm & Estate is a family-owned and operated event venue and horse farm conveniently located in Saco, Maine. Experience our 160 sprawling acres of manicured lawns and gardens with pastures,trails, and woodlands fronting the Saco River. The property features a fully restored historic home the Austin House with accommodations for 16 guests. You can enjoy swimming year round with indoor and outdoor pools. Bountiful natural amenities for guests to experience. Jogging and biking trail right on the property.The estate is the perfect setting for a family vacation. We are just minutes from the highway, Portland jetport and historic Old Port where you can enjoy the quaint shops or eat in an amazing local restaurant. A short drive to several beaches or a day trip to old Orchard Beach, Kennebunkport, Ogunquit or Boston.
We are a working horse farm you may see people who board their horses at River Winds riding on the trails or the family making hay to feed the horses in the winter. We even have mini horses and goats for people to enjoy patting.
River Winds event barn could host a special event such as a wedding, anniversary, family reunion or birthday. Our Event Manager could assist you in the planning and guide you to local vendors. A separate contract is necessary for barn events and additional guests. Some occasions we host public music events! Austin House guests are welcome to attend our music events.
We have an indoor heated pool perfect for a midwinter getaway with the family. Depending on Mother Nature we have a skating pond, snowmobile and cross country ski trails. Consider us next time your looking for a little rest and relaxation.
We are a working horse farm you may see people who board their horses at River Winds riding on the trails or the family making hay to feed the horses in the winter. We even have mini horses and goats for people to enjoy patting.
River Winds event barn could host a special event such as a wedding, anniversary, family reunion or birthday. Our Event Manager could assist you in the planning and guide you to local vendors. A separate contract is necessary for barn events and additional guests. Some occasions we host public music events! Austin House guests are welcome to attend our music events.
We have an indoor heated pool perfect for a midwinter getaway with the family. Depending on Mother Nature we have a skating pond, snowmobile and cross country ski trails. Consider us next time your looking for a little rest and relaxation.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
With supervision indoor/outdoor pools & river
Events
No events allowed
Permission required for add’l house guest or event
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
300
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside fire pit only, dispose of butts
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Note from host: Permission required for add’l house guest or event
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Saco
Located in Saco, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Dunegrass Golf Club and Monkey Trunks Extreme Aerial Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marden's Surplus and Salvage and Funtown Splashtown USA. Travelling with kids? Consider Aquaboggan Water Park and Old Orchard Beach Parasail. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Saco, ME
What's nearby
- Funtown Splashtown USA - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
- Engine - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
- Old Orchard Beach - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
- Old Orchard Beach Pier - 13 min drive - 15.8 km
- Palace Playland - 13 min drive - 15.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 9 min drive
- Dunkin' - 9 min drive
- Fish & Whistle - 10 min drive
- Hoss And Mary’s Tasty Grub - 8 min drive
- Harris Farm - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Beth A Austin
River Winds Farm & Estate is a 160-acre family owned and operated property featuring event venue and lovely outdoor facilities suited for nearly any occasion. Established in 2002 by the Austin Family who first enjoyed it as their hobby and horse farm. Now, over the last decade, the family has decided to open its farm and estate up to the public to enjoy as much as they do. The property now serves as an events center, wedding venue, vacation and family function destination, and equestrian boarding and performance center.
Why they chose this property
The Estate features a fully-restored historic home, perennial gardens and lawns, acres of pastures and fields, woods and riding trails, mark this gorgeous property, all abutting the Saco River. The quaint, comfortable farmhouse with exposed wood beams and wide-plank floors, has plenty of room to spread out. The grounds provide room for lawn games and barbecues, swimming in the pool, or enjoying our miles of trails down to the river.
What makes this property unique
We are short drive to so many desirable destinations! Scenic day trip to the mountains. Short drive to the ocean. Twenty minute drive to Portland’s amazing restaurants, museums and shops. Hour and a half to Boston.
Languages:
English
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