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Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake

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Exterior
New Dock. 5’ deep at end of the dock and 12’ at the swim raft.
Dining and living area - 1st floor
Dock and Beach - Beautifully clear water and sandy bottom
Fully appointed kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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St Albans, ME
  • Place, Great Moose Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterville Opera House
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Ground Floor Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake

**Please note - We only rent our property through the VRBO/Homeaway company. If you see it listed on local websites for rent - it is a scam. Please reach out to us through VRBO/HomeAway with any questions - Thanks!**

Welcome to "Cliffside." Perched on a beautiful spot looking west over Great Moose Lake, enjoy spectacular sunsets, swimming, great fishing, and family fun in this well appointed 2,400 sq. ft. home. Cliffside features three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and is thoughtfully designed for entertaining both adults and young ones alike. All three levels feature their own bedroom and bathroom, sleeping two on the second floor, two on the first, and four on the ground floor.

The main floor features a full kitchen with dining and sitting area with a walk out deck for grilling and enjoying the lake view. A massive two story propane fireplace overlooks the cathedral ceiling great room. The second story has a bedroom with half bath and a balcony overlooking the lake and the main floor. The bottom floor "game room" is fully equipped for fun, including a ping pong table and an old fashioned Popcorn Machine to enjoy movie nights on the large screen TV. A selection of movies are available for you or you can sign in to your Netflix account. A large selection of board games are also available.

**Please select Videos (beside photos) to see a better views of the property and the lake** A field stone and granite patio lead to a staircase which brings you to the lake. A new dock was installed in June of 2017. The water is crystal clear and the lake bottom is firm gravel and stone, perfect for swimming. For the little ones, an easy zero grade walk in from the small beach makes exploring easy. Please note the staircase to the lake would not be recommended for young children unsupervised or for people with mobility limitations.

Spend your days swimming, kayaking, fishing, and playing in the beautiful water of Great Moose Lake. Frequent loon sightings, gorgeous sunsets and tranquil views are a part of the experience at "Cliffside". On a clear night the star gazing is spectacular from the deck or lawn.

Nearby Hartland features a grocery store and restaurant, along with a hardware store. Only 20 minutes away, Newport has a Walmart, Pizza Hut, Dunkin' Donuts, along with many other stores. Palmyra Golf Course is only 10 minutes from the house. Bangor is about 50 minutes. The iconic Acadia National Park, located on the beautiful Mount Desert Island and home to Cadillac Mountain is approximately a 1 hour and 45 minute drive from the property. Given the size of the park you can easily hit many of its best destinations inside of a days journey. Bar Harbor, the bustling town on Mount Desert Island is a great location for shopping, dining and embarking on a number of sea faring excursions.

In the winter enjoy nearby snowmobile trails, snow shoeing and cross country skiing. There is also at least one or two ice fishing derbies each season. If downhill skiing is your preference, New England's premier skiing resort at Sugarloaf USA is only 60 miles away. Smaller ski resorts are closer.

We recently acquired this home and will continue to add updated photos highlighting the beautiful outdoor aspects of this property.
Suitability: children welcome, non-smoking only, pets not allowed, wheelchair inaccessible.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint Albans

Located in Saint Albans, this holiday home is on the waterfront. JW Parks Golf Course and Eaton Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Moose Lake and Sebasticook Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Albans, ME

What's nearby

  • Great Moose Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kennebec River - 37 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Colby College - 43 min drive - 65.5 km
  • Waterville Opera House - 45 min drive - 67.3 km
  • Hermon Mountain - 46 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mammies Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Bakery And Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Goat Kabob House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jack In The Box - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Kit Kat Klub - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake on 17 July 2026 start from AU$607, 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 Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful year round lakefront home on crystal clear Great Moose Lake located?

This family-friendly Saint Albans holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Great Moose Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of JW Parks Golf Course and Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital. Sebasticook Lake and Lake Wassookeag are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time fishing and swimming. Beautiful home. Had everything we needed. Communication by owner was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

Great vacation!!

We stayed at Cliffside last summer, loved it so much we returned this year. Beautiful home, great location and so relaxing with the gorgeous lake views!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Love this location

Thanks for the great week
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim Y.

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

July Trip

My family and I had a wonderful time and enjoyed staying on Great Moose Lake. We had a few questions that were promptly answed. Home and grounds were beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Beautiful

This is a very nice home.....just beautiful inside and out. Fully furnished, has all the makings of a great get away vacation. Many thanks for a relaxing time in Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

Gorgeous and Relaxing!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay from the minute we arrived! The house is decorated beautifully and had all the comforts of home. The property is gorgeous with outstanding lake views! We had so much fun fishing, swimming, kayaking, playing ping pong and enjoying the view. We also took some day trips but enjoyed spending our time in the house and on the lake. Thank you so much for opening up your beautiful home, we truly enjoyed our visit and hope to return soon :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Reunion

Well appointed home on a quiet lake. True to notes in the listing; lots of stairs! We enjoyed the Bed/bath on each of the 3 floors; it was as if each couple had their own suite. Common space was great for us all to congregate. A daily paddle in one of the included kayaks was enjoyable. Beds were a little soft for some. Scott was easy to communicate with and quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shea M.

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

Gorgeous Home on a Beautiful Lake!

This property is absolutely beautiful inside and out. Our family travels to Maine every year from Virginia to visit family and this by far has been our favorite place to stay to date. The house is very clean and well stocked. My girls loved playing ping pong and using the kayaks and paddle board. The lake is gorgeous. We did lots of fishing and swimming. We saw a bald eagle and lots of loons. This is a great family property - although I wouldn't recommend for anyone that has trouble with stairs. It is 84 steps from the house to the lake. My grandparents came to visit and were unable to walk down to the water due to all the steps. But all in all, I would give our stay a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

Everything you could want in a lake house vacation

The house was picture perfect, the photos don't do it or the yard justice. It had nearly everything yo might need for an extended stay. Since there is no cross breeze due to the window set up a couple extra fans for the bedrooms would have been nice but even without them it was tolerable. If you do not like stairs this may not be the place for you but if you don't mind a little work out, this is the perfect spot for a relaxing, quiet vacation. The lake was amazing, clear and warm. The wifi is a bit inconsistent but that is to be expected so if you want speed & consistency you may be frustrated. Scott is easy to get a hold of and communication was great. Hope we will be making this a yearly trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal P.

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

Peaceful Getaway

This property is amazing and was equipped with 2 kayaks, 1 paddle board and a swim dock. We have 5 children ranging in ages from 22-9 years old. All 5 children LOVED this vacation and we spent so much quality time in the water together. It's high praise when every child claims this vacation is their all time favorite. This is the second time we've rented this property and it was just as wonderful as 3 years ago. Scott's home is the perfect peaceful getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John & Kim O.

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

Wonderful

We have stayed here many times. We love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Great Time At Cliffside

It was a wonderful 2 weeks!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great Vacation, beware the Summer Heat...

Recently stayed for 2 weeks in mid-July. House & property are beautiful & fantastic, clean & well prepped. 2 families (4 adults, 3 kids) & had plenty of room. Internet works well, good enough for streaming services. Deck has been updated w/ composite, railing balusters replaced by horizontal steel cables (nice upgrade). Loft inside got same steel cable upgrade. 4 stars only because house can get stifling hot. 85 degrees w/ windows open and fans going. Owners did install a portable AC prior to our visit, but the 12k BTUs barely made a dent. AC was next to the kitchen table, so at least during meals & games, had cool air blowing on us. Some nights few adults slept on the basement floor to get away from the heat. I recommend pair of window units on opposing sides of 1st floor, consider venting the gas stove out wall thru cabinets, & curtains on the high windows (sun bakes front of the house from 12pm on). Grill is a Charbroil Commercial InfraRed type, w/ solid perforated grates. After cleaning the grill extensively still seemed to smoke profusely during use, & temperature control was tricky. Prefer to see a Weber Genesis & spare propane tank on hand. Master suite upstairs is ½ bath, expect to shower on the main floor. Kitchen is fully stocked. Ample seating everywhere (house, yard, water). 2 kayaks and a paddle board available, & kids caught numerous small fish from dock. Expect a workout getting to/from the lake. 6-7 flights equivalent (no joke about “cliffside”). Elderly would struggle. Multiple landings for rest, & picnic table before the final flight down to the dock. Dock and swim platform are fantastic. Dock has 4 wooden Adirondack chairs, swim platform has 2 built in loungers. Mooring for any boat/power sports you bring. Dock is unanchored and tying to it against house rules. Shoreline is gravel (if considering beaching). Boat launch on the opposite shore, about 20 min car ride. No fuel on lake, bring gas cans. Bugs were fierce at dusk, so limited outside night activity. Expansive patio w/ seating and lighting, fire pit w/ some firewood provided, corn hole game, ping pong with paddles and balls(serious players, bring your own paddles). Dart board, but no darts(that we found). Popcorn machine works well, packets provided above the fridge. TV & soundbar w/ sub make movie night fun. Enjoyed our stay, would consider renting again. Thanks Scott and Kirsten!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

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

Awesome!

Our stay was awesome as usual!! Great owners and beautiful house and lake!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul S.

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

Great house on a beautiful lake

Wonderful property on Great Moose Lake. This was our third time staying at the lake, and as before, it was a wonderful respite. The lake is great for fishing, kayaking, swimming, and general peaceful repose. The laughing loons add to the nightly mystique. This house in particular was spacious and immaculate. All the amenities are here, including smaller touches like ceiling fans and small fans for the bedrooms, which were welcome due to the unexpected heat. Like most of the camps here, there is no AC. Nice deck with a grill and a firepit outside with plenty of chairs and firewood. The steps down to the lake and the dock, swimming platform, kayaks and paddleboard (very nice!) are a hike, but not that bad, especially considering that the elevation gives a great view. The owners are very quick to respond and were able to give timely answers to all our questions. We did have an issue with our departure, though, as there was a perception by the cleaning crew that we had not cleaned enough prior to departure, despite our having spent considerable time that morning and the day before cleaning and tidying. We were surprised and confused by a message from the owner after we left that we had left a mess and would be assessed a cleaning charge. Long story short, I'm not sure what the cleaning crew saw, but we had made great efforts to follow the extensive cleaning instructions prior to our departure. Fortunately, we were able to straighten it up with the owners and receive a refund of the charge. My perception was that the cleaning crew didn't want to do much, if anything. We had taken a few pix of the place right before we left, but they weren't needed in the end, as the owners were gracious to extend the refund. Always take some pix after you've cleaned! In the end, I'd highly recommend this stay. We miss the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Excellent Stay

We had an amazing week on the lake with our family! The house was clean, spacious and had everything we needed and more! Our kids are still talking about it weeks later. We would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B H.

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

Great Lake and a gorgeous house and view!

Our trip was wonderful- the house was clean and had everything we needed. Isolated but overall close to stores.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Lakeside Paradise

We had the most amazing stay here. Unlike most guests, we went in the depths of winter (February school break). It was a different kind of lake experience, but one that we thoroughly enjoyed. The lake was frozen solid, and we were able to take long walks around the perimeter, play in the snow, and watch the neighbors ice fish. The house itself was gorgeous and full of light - the lake view is incredible. We had everything we could have wanted - comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen, plenty of games and movies to watch, and great internet service. The fireplace made the house extra warm and cozy all week. Scott had the driveway plowed and the front steps and walk shoveled for us right after it snowed. One of our best vacation rentals ever. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Cold and Covid

The house is beautiful as is the backyard and the lake. We simply went too late in the season to really get the most out of the place and most things were closed. We would definitely return in the summer or spring.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

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

Beautiful home spectacular view

Landscaping is gorgeous but the stairs ! Would not recommend to anyone with little children or elderly folks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarun Reddy B.

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

You have it all here!

We stayed at Cliffside for 3 nights and enjoyed the cabin thoroughly. Scott is very responsive and helpful. The cabin is very clean and ready when we arrived. Hanging out on the stone patio and near the firepit is what I loved the most. We had a great time swimming in the lake. There were 2 kayaks, a paddleboard, and life jackets for us to use. The kitchen is fully equipped and there are plenty of board games, ping pong table to keep everyone entertained. Overall a great experience and would love to be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Great Stay for the Family

Overall, a great stay for a large family. Big enough for everyone to have their separate spaces but cozy enough that you can appreciate each other's companies
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John & Kim O.

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

Great place to stay

This lake house has all you need for a great visit, plus a beautiful view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

A Beautiful Relaxing Sibling Reunion

This property is Amazing. Wish we would have booked two weeks. It was spotless. The outdoor landscaping with multiple sitting areas was inviting and functional. The very best stocked kitchen, easily utilized for lobstah boil to BBQ. Beds were very comfortable. Large clutter free garage. Scenery was gorgeous. The lake was pristine and perfect for swimming. We travel often and our new sister *thank you Ancestry* lives nearby. The owners were qiuck responders and great communicators. Will be back to Cliffside with other family, I'm sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Quintessential Lakehouse

The view, the crystal clear lake, sunsets on the deck, the fire pit, the majestic property plus the gorgeous, well-stocked home (above and beyond) made for a truly perfect summer vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Scott Ismail

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Why they chose this property

Thanks for looking at our property at Cliffside. In Maine many families have a "camp" which they grew up with as a focal point for family gatherings and summer fun on the water. My wife and I wanted to give our family the same gift and memories. We spent many years travelling the state, renting different properties and exploring new lakes until we finally discovered Great Moose Lake, and the property at Cliffside. Growing up only 45 minutes away, we were frankly surprised to find this hidden gem among busier and more well known lakes in the state. The property itself is a terrific place to relax, unwind, and have fun with plenty of space for adults and kids alike. We hope you decide to give Cliffside a visit and know that we won't be far away if there's anything you need during your stay.

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