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Mountains, Beach, or Boston Day Trips! Swimming, Foliage, Winter Sports Nearby
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Shapleigh, ME
- Place, Square Pond2 min drive
- Place, Marginal Way51 min drive
- Place, Ogunquit Beach51 min drive
- Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom with 1/2 bath
2 Single Beds
Master
1 Double Bed
Upstairs
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Downstairs bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Mountains, Beach, or Boston Day Trips! Swimming, Foliage, Winter Sports Nearby
Get away from the hustle and bustle at our little cabin in the woods! Our home is cozy but not claustrophobic with a cathedral ceiling in the main living space and a catwalk between the two upstairs bedrooms. The master bedroom (double bed) is on the first floor directly across from the main bathroom which offers support rails by the toilet and in the shower (no tub, though.) Linens and towels are provided. One upstairs bedroom has a half bath adjoining it and a twin size bed with pull-out trundle and a bookshelf full of children's books. The other bedroom has two twin beds, swinging saloon style doors, and a 3/4 wall separating it from the hubbub below. The basement is painted and stocked with toys and games as well as a washer and dryer. The cabin has wi-fi, but why not unplug and enjoy some of the many books from our collection found on bookshelves throughout the house? We do not have a TV, but shows can be streamed through your device or you may use our portable DVD player and DVD collection. The three season porch is all windows, surrounded by green with a glimpse of water at the bottom of the hill. Although our cabin is not on the water, the condo association has a dock about a 5-10 minute walk from the cabin which you are free to use for swimming or fishing. Nearly all of the rooms have ceiling fans, so throw open the windows and let the breeze flow through! We have a small air conditioner unit in the living room, but the cabin temp is usually comfortable with the fans. Parking available for two cars at the cabin (three if small); additional parking is a short walk away at the entrance to the condo property. The cabin is about two hours from Boston, slightly over an hour from the White Mountains (North Conway), and 45 minutes from the beach in Wells--you can enjoy everything from here! Please message me with any questions and note that the decor is a bit of a work in progress but I will try to keep pictures updated! Please note that this is a NON-SMOKING property. Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the Kettle Pond property, including outside, down at the docks, etc., as per the condo association rules. PLEASE NOTE: I do NOT have a security deposit on this property! In an effort to keep the out of pocket cost down for you, I instead have a damage protection policy which is a $99 fee (paid to VRBO, not me) for $5000 of protection. It is a purchase of an insurance policy, NOT a deposit that you will get back. There has been some confusion on this lately and I don't know if VRBO has changed their wording on the guest end or not, so I am just hoping to clarify! Thank you!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Just make sure you take proper safety precautions!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
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About the area
Shapleigh
Located in Shapleigh, this cabin is in a rural area. Mary Grant Nature Preserve and Goat Hill Trail reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Acton Fairgrounds and Bowl A Rama. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Shapleigh, ME
What's nearby
- Square Pond - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
- Lake Winnipesaukee - 43 min drive - 47.3 km
- Marginal Way - 51 min drive - 58.8 km
- Ogunquit Beach - 51 min drive - 57.7 km
- Old Orchard Beach Pier - 54 min drive - 68.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shapleigh Corner Store - 3 min drive
- The Cottage - 18 min drive
- Willy's Ale House - 8 min drive
- Local 130 - 8 min drive
- Bob’s Ugly Bagels - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Randy H.
14 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Randy H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charis B.
31 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family-friendly!
Charis B.
10/10 Excellent
Catherine F.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second Time
Catherine F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alain F.
16 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An exceptional place we strongly recommend
Alain F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Barbara & Kip S.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool Log Cabin in the Beautiful Woods
Barbara & Kip S.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stella P.
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cabin in the woods
Stella P.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Austin K.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway vacation home
Austin K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katie K.
18 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding party overnight
Katie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ernest C., Harrisburg, PA USA
15 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Ernest C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathy G., Ottawa
5 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could not have been better
Kathy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melissa K.
22 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, Fun Week
Melissa K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
joseph l.
16 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, restful week.
joseph l.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alain F.
7 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un lieu de détente en nature exceptionnel
Alain F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
4 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Maine Cottage
Laura H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Steve A.
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super
Steve A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Maine vacation
Sarah M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melissa K.
2 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
Melissa K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Stella P.
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, peaceful, and restful!
Stella P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michelle D., Argyle, NY
26 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. They make it easy
Michelle D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey B.
21 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway!!!
Jeffrey B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erik L.
21 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home to spend a week in!
Erik L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Anna P.
12 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great getaway!
Anna P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Harold L.
1 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Harold L.
10/10 Excellent
wendy s.
16 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away....
wendy s.
About the host
Hosted by Jennie Bryant
I grew up a literal stone's throw from Shapleigh and we live in this cabin when it isn't rented out. However, we frequently travel for my husband's job, which gives us the opportunity to rent. I work as a writer from home and I homeschool our children. Our goal is to pay off the house early, easing up the earning pressure and getting my husband into a more portable job so that we can spend more time with his family in the south and also show our children more of this incredibly diverse world in the interest of understanding and education.
Why they chose this property
I'm a Mainer--to me, Maine really is the way life should be, so living here is an easy decision! We bought this property both because it is just the right size for our little family and because it was built as a vacation home, giving us hope that we could rent it out! The dock and quiet roads are great for our own kids, and we look forward to sharing that experience with other families. I love how this cabin offers both coziness and closeness with nature. I hope it will be a refuge for tired souls who need an escape, and I look forward to offering that hospitality. Also, having grown up here, I feel like the lodging options for visitors are quite limited. The hotel selection is pretty unimpressive. I'd love to fill that gap and give my local friends and family more options for out of town guests.
What makes this property unique
Our cabin is, to me, the perfect combination of restraint (it's small, but not too small) and drama (see soaring living room ceiling, window encircled porch and glass doors.) I love being here--in our old home, which was cute, cabin fever set in a lot sooner. But somehow I crave spending time here, and I hope our guests will too!
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