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Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Living Room with Electric Fireplace
Kitchen
Master King Bedroom View 1
Upstairs Loft with Two Twins (room for a blowup mattress)
Aerial View of our home

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Strong, ME
  • Place, Porter Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugarloaf Mountain
  • Place, University of Maine - Farmington
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Loft Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf!

Lakefront Paradise! Fully stocked home on Porter Lake, WiFi, Smart TVs, deck & patio, outdoor furniture, grill, hammock, spacious yard and private dock, swim float, only 35 minutes from Sugarloaf USA's ski slopes and only 20 minutes from the college town of Farmington's resturants, bars, shops, and more! Direct access to Maine's best network of ATV & snowmobile trails or ice fishing (winter) out the front door! All the comforts of home, Experience Maine's lake lifestyle at its finest!
The house sits out on a peninsula and you will love the nearly 360 degree view of the lake! Porter Lake is a hidden gem in Maine's Western Mountains; its clean, clear waters are surrounded by pristine nature and endless opportunities for outdoor sports! Whether you enjoy fishing, kayaking, or powerboating and watersports, Porter Lake is the perfect place to get away from it all and enjoy the authentic Maine experience! Get away from the crowds of other more well known lakes and enjoy your very own slice of Maine Paradise any time of the year!
The entire house and property is yours during your stay! Our property is at the end of a private, quiet road and the few neighbors are very friendly! A well equipped general store, gas station, and farm to table restaurant, open 6:00 am to 8:00 pm is only 5 minutes away in Strong. You can get to additional restaurants, bars, shops in Farmington or Kingfield only 20 min either direction. Finally, you will love the proximity to Sugarloaf USA's 162 trails over 1240 skiable acres for skiing, the Maine Huts and Trails network for hiking & mountain biking, the Bigalow Mountains and Appalachian Trail, as well as ITS and Black Fly Loop snowmobile trails and cross country skiing, snowshoeing trails just out the door! For security, we have an outdoor camera at the front door/driveway area and a noise decibel monitoring device.

We supply all linens, bath towels, beach towels, hand towels, etc (we do not supply washcloths). Please check our listing for all other free amenities.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Strong

Located in Strong, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stanley Museum and Farmington Historical Society’s Titcomb House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Powder House Hill Trails: Flint Woods & Village Woods and Porter Lake. Ski Museum of Maine and Maine Huts & Trails are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Strong, ME

What's nearby

  • Porter Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Maine - Farmington - 31 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Maine Huts & Trails - 32 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Embden Pond - 51 min drive - 43.7 km
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort - 59 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Elephant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Haunted Train Ride - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Country Delight - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Country Delight - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bea Balm Herb Patch of Maine - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf!?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf! on 7 Nov 2025 start from AU$527.45, 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.

What time is check-in at Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront, Stunning Home only 30 min to Sugarloaf! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Porter Lake and within 16 miles (25 km) of Stanley Museum and The Nordica Homestead Museum. Ski Museum of Maine and Maine Huts & Trails are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful slice of Western Maine

Don’t hesitate to book here .Great place .Clean and stunning lake frontage .Great hosts .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

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

Great Place

We really enjoyed the property. The interior was nicely updated. The fire pit on the shore was perfect. The ride to Sugarloaf was a little further than expected but the coziness of camp made up for it. Will definitely consider another stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility

Beautiful, peaceful spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

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

Nicest house on the lake.

Beautiful house, just like depicted, excellent communication, even our service dog was able to relax for once due to the privacy, peace and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff and Jess’ lakefront home made for a perfect retreat to relax and take in the peace of the lake and loons. Comfortable bed, nice and clean with everything you need to enjoy yourself. Great communication with the owners throughout the process. Hard to pack our bags and say goodbye. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Amazing property

Jeff and Jess Davis are amazing hosts. I highly recommend their property if you are in the Strong/Kingfield area. House is spotless and well equipped We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Jeff and Jess.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Location!! Location!!

Beautiful peaceful spot on the pond/lake. We could not have enjoyed our stay more! Clean, well equipped and tremendous view of the pond and mountains. We are already discussing going back next year. Special place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Lakeside paradise

This is a pristine property all four seasons, With a full view of the lake out of any window, you are one with nature in any season. The house is immaculate and the amenities very welcoming. The host aims to please and couldn't be more accommodating. We'll be back for sure. ssh is
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot! We just live over in Oquossoc, but what a nice little getaway! Sweet peninsula, quiet, beautiful property! Although very "moosey" to the right down the shore, we only saw an otter! Made my entire birthday! Thanks for sharing! Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment we pulled up and realized the spot was ours, we were awestruck!….we had our 85lbs Boxer, Max with us in tow and it immediately felt like home, the house is well appointed with everything you would need for a stay, along with the view! The view from all but 2 windows is amazing, and there are a lot of windows! Loved our stay, we canoed, kayak’d and grilled…we loved everything minute of this location…even fished for smallies and had a few real nips….great property and super responsive and accommodating hosts, would recommend over and under over again….we’ll be back!
Canoeing
Lake
Canoe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family loved our stay at this cozy home on the lake. The views of Porter Lake are stunning and nothing beats having your morning coffee while watching the sun rise up over the lake and listening to the loons say good morning. Being able to kayak or canoe out onto the lake for fishing or exploring the nearby beach was great. My boys found a little island with a rope swing for jumping into the lake and spent a lot of time there having fun. I personally enjoyed floating on the raft chair during the hot afternoons. My dogs felt right at home too running around on the grass and being able to step out onto the lake for a sip of water when they were thirsty. We stayed in most of the time and were able to cook several meals either in the well-equipped kitchen or using the outdoor grill. The beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed taking naps almost daily especially since we woke up very early most mornings because we didn’t want to miss the beautiful sunrises. Our only slight negative is that we wished the living room area was bigger to accommodate my whole family but the reclining sofa was very comfortable to watch TV in and there were other TVs throughout the house. We would definitely recommend this house for a relaxing week with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Hst were friendly and very responsive

The house was very comfortable. Grass and lake well maintained. Plenty of towels and the whirlpool bath was very a nice bonus. Kayaks were fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

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

ICE FISHING GET AWAY

Great property, exceptional views....the house has great access to the lake. It snowed during our trip, so the large front windows made it a great vantage point to watch the snow and our ice fishing traps.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel P.

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

Beautiful scenery

Our stay was amazing and full of beautiful views. This was our first trip to Maine, and we plan to go back again several more times!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Hunting trip

Great property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dickie L.

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

Wonderful property

Loved the house / views / lake side hangout. Property was amazing and absolutely would consider going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia H.

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

Beautiful lake

Location was beautiful and house was very comfortable. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne H.

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

Weekend at the lake

We loved the quiet lakeside house, perfect for two couples. And awesome place for our dog to enjoy swimming. Hosts are very nice, can’t wait to come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Wonderful Spring Weekend

My husband, two dogs, and I enjoyed a quiet April weekend on Porter Lake. The place was exactly as described and clearly a beloved family lake house. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Norton,MA

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

Strong Maine Vacation

Beautiful layout for our summer vacation. We Kayaked, fished, used the swim platform and had a really nice time! Weather was perfect and lake was very clean! Our dogs thoroughly enjoyed the lake as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Fantastic Stay

Our stay in the Lakefront home was simply outstanding. The beautiful setting, quiet location, warm water, sunny weather, and the ability to have our local family and pet join us all contributed to this wonderful vacation. Our family hopes to return to this beautiful home next year. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kate A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake!

Our group booked this home to spend the 4th of July weekend and we had a good time. The home is on a gorgeous, clean lake and the setting is extremely relaxing and private. We really enjoyed sitting on the dock and watching the loons (I have never seen so many)! The owners provided great directions to get to the house and check in was easy. We appreciated the owners leaving kayaks and a canoe for guest use - it was nice to be able to get out on the water! The lake was also great for swimming although we would of appreciated if the ladder had been attached to the dock for our stay. Our dogs loved playing in the yard and swimming with us. The house appears to have been updated recently and was a good size for our group of four adults and two dogs. We appreciate the owners allowing dogs to stay. The house had most everything we needed to prepare meals except we could not find dish towels. We appreciated the space left in the pantry for guest items. Of note, some of the drawers and cabinets were cluttered and these spaces, and some kitchen items, were not as clean as would be expected. The beds were comfortable but there was limited space for guest items in the bedrooms/closets due to the owners storing their clothing/items there. We were able to work around this but our experience would have been improved if there was more space set aside for guest’s things. Would overall recommend this property to those looking for a relaxed stay on a beautiful Maine lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sybil C.

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

Beautiful place

We enjoyed our stay! Peaceful property. Very clean and updated. Great Lake access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

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

Beautiful Spot

My family and I stayed here for Memorial Day weekend and had a great time. We couldn’t have asked for a better location or a better view of the lake! Property was clean and well maintained! Would definitely recommend this place to everyone! We have actually already booked it for this winter!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Perfect snowed-in vacation

A perfect family spot to enjoy snow-shoeing and xcountry skiing on the lake. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff & Jess Davis

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Welcome! We hope that you have a wonderful stay at our home on the scenic western mountains of Maine. Relax and enjoy the natural surroundings and serenity of this special place. Please remember that this is our home; treat it and our belongings with the same respect that you would expect if someone were visiting your home. We found this property in 2018 and decided it was the perfect place to enjoy year-round with its beautiful lake and proximity to Sugarloaf for skiing and the hiking of the Bigelow Mountains. We enjoy spending time here with our family and friends along with our son.

Jeff owns and runs an international travel company, ActivSport Travel and Jess is a high school Math teacher in South Portland. Our passions lay in soccer, skiing, traveling the world, and being outdoors.

We know you will love your time at Porter Lake and feel free to say hi to the friendly neighbors, there are very nice people that live here. The setting is so relaxing you will be tempted not to leave but be sure to take advantage of the many hikes and trails in the area both during the winter and the summer!

Enjoy our home and have a wonderful stay!
Jess + Jeff

Why they chose this property

We chose this property because we loved the lakefront setting, and Porter Lake's pristine waters and wildlife makes it one of Maine's best kept secrets! We were looking for something close to a quality ski resort in the winter, but yet just far enough away to have some privacy from the hustle and bustle of the busy ski condo scene. We also wanted a place that would be special to visit in the summer and the fall months as well. This property checks all of our boxes for a perfect vacation any time of year and we think you and your loved ones will feel the same way!

What makes this property unique

Lakefront setting with unbeatable views and pristine nature. The sounds of the loons will enchant you and morning coffee out on the dock is a transcendental experience! In the winter, the property takes on an even more intimate and cozy atmosphere with snowshoeing and cross country skiing on the lake or snowmobiling on the exceptional trail network just down the road from the house as fun outdoors pursuits.

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