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Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants

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A wooden dock extending into a calm lake with a glass of wine on a round table.
A covered porch with wooden flooring, a patterned rug, and a wooden table with chairs.
A kitchen with a large window, a sink, and a hanging light fixture.
A cozy dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two lamps on the wall, and a door leading to an outdoor patio.
A cabin with a deck and a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by a forest.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Norway, ME
  • Place, Pennesseewassee lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, McWain Pond
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Papoose Pond
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor large bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2nd Floor Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

2nd Floor Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants

Swim and paddle from private dock in one of Maine's cleanest lakes using multiple kayaks and fishing canoe available for your use; Relax and dine on the beautiful screened-porch; Cuddle inside by the propane fireplace on chilly evenings; Play games and complete puzzles while listening to the rain on the metal roof; Prepare a feast in the fully-appointed kitchen; Visit Norway's historic village, minutes away, for fun shopping and excellent dining; Awe over the autumn foliage on the lake or hike many near-by trails.
In winter, borrow xc-skis to enjoy the free groomed trails nearby; snowshoe, or ski Mt Abram and Sunday River (30 minutes away). Perfect landing spot after a day at the Fryburg or Oxford Fair, or to host your family after a wedding at one of Norway’s amazing venues. Multiple extras and appliances to make your stay restful and easy so you can enjoy and return home refreshed.
Lake has no public access; this is a quiet, serene location to make memories.

We have an additional lovely bunkhouse on the property with 4 beds for an additional cost.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please respect our neighbors and limit outdoor noise after 9pm.

Important information

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Property # 3568407vb
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

Norway

Located in Norway, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Pennesseewassee lake, while Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Center and Gallery 302 are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Norway, ME

What's nearby

  • Pennesseewassee lake - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • McWain Pond - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Papoose Pond - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Long Lake - 23 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Oxford Plains Speedway - 24 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Luchador Tacos - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪X Vault Pub And Provisions - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright beautiful clean 3br/2ba Lake House by Norway hiking, skiing & restaurants located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pennesseewassee lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Western Maine Health and McWain Pond. McLaughlin Gardens and Island Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! We had everything we needed. Spacious, cozy and very comfortable. We enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Loved the screened in porch! Quiet lake, clean water, lots of boating options! We had a great family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this summer getaway was perfect. The house is sparkling clean and is equipped with everything you need from pans to toiletries to cooking supplies. The rooms are spacious. All the appliances, windows, floors and woodwork look new. Our family of 8, 1 child and seven adults had plenty of room with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. It is right on the lake and plenty of kayaks, canoes and paddle boards are available. The pond itself is very clean and is very quiet. We only saw a few people on boats during our entire stay. The best part of this cottage is the enclosed porch. It is a large room where you can dine, play games and hangout through the evening with no bugs or mosquitoes. Will definitely return!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great updates to the home and clean! Overall great experience. There is no AC so if you go 1 of the 3 weeks it’s hot, just be prepared. They did supply a couple window units which helped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property on Sand Pond

My wife and I enjoyed a week here and we couldn’t be happier. The camp is well equipped, clean and comfortable. If you’re looking for a lake camp near Norway, I highly recommend this wonderful property
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay at one of the most beautiful settings in Maine. The house was clean, every amenity was accounted for, and clear instructions for everything. The owner was fantastic with working with me on everything. Zero complaints. Only compliments.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect escape

This property is gorgeous, clean, well kept and we'll supplied. We spent a very comfortable week here and didn't want to leave! We will definitely keep this in mind for our next sand pond escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2024
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Wedding Weekend

Our family gathered from all over the US for a wedding in Norway, Maine! Seven of us stayed at this beautiful house on Sand Pond! This venue was immaculate, very comfortable, well furnished, and our host Meredith was responsive to our questions. Wish we had time to stay longer!! 5 stars all around!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
Thank you, Kathy! Norway is such a beautiful place for a wedding, and we’re so glad you chose Sand Pond for your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clear water

It was a good time had by all. Kids were entertained by the fishing and water fun. Home was absolutely gorgeous and we didn’t need a thing. Can’t wait to go back and take the bunk house too. Till next year. Joan
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
We're so glad you had fun and we look forward to welcoming you back! Thanks for taking such good care of everything!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lakehouse is lovely! Beautiful sunny screened in porch where one can play games or just read and relax. Meredith has the house stocked with anything you may need, but forgot to bring. The house is very clean and well organized. The lakes shore is Rocky, but not reedy or mucky. The water is so clear you can see the fish around the dock. There is a ladder on the end of the dock which helps with entering the water. The loons serenaded us from time to time. I would recommend this beautiful home to anyone looking for a lakeside vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house for a summer vacation

This house was the perfect place for our family of 4 adults and three children. The layout worked well with parents and children upstairs and grandparents in the bedroom downstairs. The house is right on a beautiful serene pond with plenty of boats to use, a dock to access swimming and to sit on for sunsets. There were so many other features that made our vacation there one of the most memorable. Meredith, the owner, was immediately available by text for any questions we had. The kitchen had everything we needed. Early mornings and evenings on the screened in porch made it a great extension of our living space. There were even loons calling in the distance. We are already planning our vacation there next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation and look forward to hosting you and your family again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lake and house

We booked this house in conjunction with visiting day at a nearby summer camp. A great decision! Sand Lake is perfect -- quiet, the perfect temperature for swimming, private, and pristinely clean. And the house itself is new and thoughtfully designed and equipped. The kitchen had everything we needed and the house was furnished comfortably, with care and taste. Best of all: the spacious screened-in porch where we could relax, dine, and converse without fear of bug bites. Our whole family enjoyed swimming off the new and modern dock and swimming float, and getting out on the lake in the provided canoe and kayaks (complete with life jackets of various sizes). One caveat: the shoreline is rocky and drops off rapidly, perhaps making it not the best for families with babies or toddlers. But the 4-year-old in our party had a blast bobbing around in her floaties. The homeowner was instantly and cheerfully responsive to questions that came up during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway!

This beautifully appointed waterfront home made our summer vacation one that was unforgettable! The space accommodated six adults and two children (six & seven years old). The children slept upstairs with their parents in one bedroom room and a grandparent in the other upstairs bedroom. My husband and I slept in the lower bedroom, and our son on the pullout in the downstairs living room. The entire home was exceptionally clean and well-decorated. We loved everything about the inside of the home from the modern kitchen including everything we would ever need for grilling and meal preparation, to the screened-in porch where we gathered for family meals and games. The set of double sliders to the porch allows for a terrific breeze day and night. There are several family games to use, a pair of binoculars for bird (or children) watching, a badminton set, a pair of walkie-talkies, a Weber grill, and oodles of various sizes of life jackets and water noodles. Meredith was very helpful and always just a text away should we need anything. The location of the home steps away from Sand Pond is very clean and quiet. We particularly enjoyed the many kayak options and the swimming platform. We cherished our final night making smores while sitting around the fire pit. The early morning hours were spent sitting on the dock sipping coffee and listening to the birds and croaking frogs! This was our first VRBO experience and it was truly delightful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Laura, we are so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking such good care of the house during your visit - we really appreciate it. Sending best wishes for a great rest of your summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice home. Direct lake access was great to have and the variety of kayaks, etc. was a huge plus. Close proximity to Norway with cool shops and restaurants was also a bonus. It accommodated 6 people with ease. I’d recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very clean and the pond and dock were great. Lots of kayaks and water equipment. The house was full stocked with everything needed for a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Meredith Schmid

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We live in Maine and chose Norway for our home-away-from-home because of its proximity to so many of Maine's natural wonders and outdoor adventures. We love our lake and our home and are so happy to be able to invite others to rest, recharge, explore, and get to know Norway and the many activities and beautiful surroundings. Our lake water is clean, offers great fishing, and is private-access only, so there are no large boats to avoid if you'd like to swim the length. Our private entry is sandy and rocky with no muck to wade through, and you can jump right off the primary dock or dive from our swim dock into deep water.

Why they chose this property

The Town of Norway offers excellent year-round dining, shopping and outdoor activities. Within minutes of our lake home, you can enjoy a walk down historic Main Street for phenomenal gelato or poutine, visit art and book stores, and shop for Maine-made goods, then go antiquing, hiking, mountain-biking, sledding, snow-shoeing, xc- or downhill-skiing, or take a trip to the Oxford Casino or Racetrack.

After all that activity, you can then relax at our peaceful house on a private dirt lane, listen to the haunting call of the resident loons, star-gaze in the dark nights, go on a twilight paddle or take a dip in the lake. You can play badminton and games in the yard or roast marshmallows over the firepit. You can dine, read and relax in the screened-in porch. You can fully unwind.

What makes this property unique

Our home is newly-built and is designed to let the light pour in. Our home is bright and clean. All appliances are new, modern and energy-efficient. The kitchen is fully-stocked, from waffle-maker to popcorn popper, and the propane grill is ready for your bbq. We have a spectacular screened-in porch that extends the living area, so you can be outdoors for dinner, reading, or sleeping without worry of black-flies or mosquitoes.

The driveway can accommodate 4+ cars, and we use it for badminton and frisbee. We ask for quiet outside by 9pm to preserve the serenity of the neighborhood, but you can use the Smart TV and Internet for later-night entertainment. There are multiple kayaks, including sit-in, sit-on, a two-person, a paddleboard and a fishing canoe, all ready for your use, along with life-jackets for everyone.

The 1st floor bed/bath and easy walk to the lake are designed to be accessible for those with falling concerns, and black-out curtains upstairs help with toddler (or adult!) naps. The TV is located in the upstairs sitting room to encourage conversation, games and family time in the primary downstairs living area. We love our home and know you will love it too.
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