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Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
TV, DVD player, books
3 bedrooms, travel crib, internet, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond!

Plan your escape with family and friends to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage in Raymond! Nestled on 6 private acres and filled with rustic charm, this vacation rental is set up for your arrival and offers a well-equipped kitchen, lake access, a gas grill, and more! Spend your days fishing off the lengthy dock, kayaking calm waters, listening to the peaceful sounds of nature, and dining al fresco with the kids. When the day winds down, gather by the bonfire to roast s’mores and tell ghost stories!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Acreage | Free WiFi | Direct Lake Access

Built in 1959, this charming and secluded 'Deeschalt' cottage is the perfect lakefront retreat for a multi-generational family looking to escape the day-to-day routine!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, outdoor dining set, beach chairs, dock, lake access, gas grill, picnic table, fire pit, 6 acres, 2 kayaks, rowboat
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, microwave, toaster, kitchen utensils, flatware/dishware, drip coffeemaker
INDOOR LIVING: 1 flat-screen cable TV w/ DVD player, movies, fireplace, 6-person dining table
GENERAL: Linens/towels, trash bags, paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: Stairs required to access, multi-level home
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Tassel Top Park (5.1 miles), Sebago Lake State Park (12.2 miles), Donnabeth Lippman Park (8.0 miles),
NEARBY LAKES/PONDS: Panther Pond (direct access), Sebago Lake (11.5 miles), Thomas Pond (8.5 miles), Little Sebago Lake (5.7 miles)
FAMILY ATTRACTIONS: Maine Wildlife Park (7.1 miles), Downtown Portland (24.6 miles), Seacoast Adventure (7.1 miles), Babb’s Covered Bridge (13.9 miles)
RESTAURANTS: The Fisherman’s Catch (4.5 miles), A La Mexicana (5.1 miles), Deck House Sports Tavern (7.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Portland International Jetport (27.2 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- Absolutely NO SMOKING allowed on property
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property has a strict maximum occupancy of 6 due to the septic system
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C
- NOTE: This multi-level home requires stairs to access

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1040 sq ft (97 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Waterfront Panther Pond Cottage w/ Deck+grill
New! Waterfront Panther Pond Cottage w/ Deck+grill
Quiet & Remote Waterfront Cottage on Panther Pond! Cottage
Quiet & Remote Waterfront Cottage on Panther Pond! Raymond
433057

About the neighborhood

Map
Raymond, ME

What's nearby

  • Panther Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crescent Lake - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sebago Lake - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Little Sebago Lake - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Sebago Lake State Park - 22 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Freeport Station - 43 min drive
  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kindred Farms Market & Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ice Cream Dugout - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Panther Pond and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Crescent Lake. Raymond Pond and Rattlesnake Mountain Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Quiet & Remote Cottage on Panther Pond! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
A lovely chalet steps from the water. Owners are in property and very accommodating. A little slice of heaven
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Rustic cabin with a short walk to a very nice beach
Our family of 6 loved Panther Pond. We were on the lake for the entire day. The cabin provides a great place to crash at the end of a busy day. Rustic, clean and had everything we needed. Don was great, nice guy. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

H B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
We had a great stay at the Chalet! It's like roughing it, but with many upgrades that made it much easier. Unfortunately the weather made us unable to take advantage of all the amenities, but when we make it back this way, we'll be sure to return! Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

venorah s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy but not so comfy
The property and the managers were great. It was very relaxing but the furniture and especially the beds could be updated. They were very old and not very comfortable. Not sure I would book again. The kids loved the canoes and the view was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

A cozy cabin in the woods.
Dee’s Chalet is exactly as pictured - a cozy cottage away from it all. It’s clean and well stocked with kitchenware, towels, books, games, and movies. Nancy and Don even made us brownies! We enjoyed the beach and canoeing and hearing the loons on the pond. We went to Portland one day and took in a movie at Smitty’s one afternoon. We also went to the adventure park nearby. It was a perfect vacation. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Eileen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R., Woodstock GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
What a treat! The chalet was cozy, just like going back to grandma's house. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We invited family over and enjoyed a clambake outside at the firepit. A magical evening that we'll remember forever.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
Very nice and private area. Pond access was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Fantastic vacation
Everything about our Maine accommodations was perfect. I'll take a secluded house in the woods on an ocean size lake over a crowded ocean beach anyday. Private Canoes, dock, a separate semiprivate lakefront beach shared with a couple other vacationers from other nearby but distant houses. Most of those with beachfront access (10-12 people) gather for the nightly sunsets over the water which are must-see events every single night. it's only a 30+ minute drive to Portland, Kennebunkport, Ogunquit for great eats and shopping. having a full house and the aforementioned amenities made this short drive more than tolerable. Some days we never left the property at all. My girls caught their first fish, (bass and salmon). I'd go back to this place in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maine trip
This is a very centrally located spot for enjoying the Portland area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic Maine Summer Experience
We loved staying here with a group of children and adults, it is the classic Maine "lake camp" experience. Great fishing on the property and a wonderful lake beach with a dock accessible via a short (and really fun for kids) walk through the woods. The property is as advertised and the bedrooms were all very comfy; there was plenty of space to grill and eat outside. You could be very happy to spend the day just relaxing on the lake, but restaurants and activities in Windham and Portland are also not far away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had a great stay at the lake house! The property managers were so thoughtful and we found nothing lacking. The beach was fantastic, and the canoes were a lot of fun. We even had plenty of fans to keep us cool at night
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful, cozy cottage experience
Dee's Chalet was the perfect spot for our two weeks in Maine. The location was ideal and made a great home base for our visit: equidistant to our family, the coast, and Portland. Nancy and Don were excellent hosts, starting with a tray of fresh brownies! The beach was most comfortably accessed by canoe, which made for a fun little jaunt on the pond. The beach itself was awesome: sandy, warm, shallow and clean. I would love to stay again!! The only things that were disappointing were completely out of Nancy and Don's control: the wifi was unreliable (due to the provider) and the bugs were atrociously fierce. However, with bug spray and cell phone data, we were happy as clams. Thank you!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Our Wonderful Vacation in Maine
Our family had a great time at the Chalet in the woods on Panther Pond. We felt right at home from the time we arrived and were all sad to leave at week's end. Great location to do other things in the area, comfy house, incredibly quiet and peaceful, sandy, kid friendly beach area and use of canoe's and a rowboat. What else does one need on a family trip? The hosts are great and very thorough explaining everything to us upon arrival. House was very clean with everything you need for a week's stay. Kids loved swimming, fishing, canoeing and just exploring the woods in the area. All in all maybe our best family vacation spot yet!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stefine P.

Gorgeous and Very Enjoyable
We had a blast at Dee's Chalet. The cabin was stocked with everything we needed, and our host, Nancy, even had pie and ice cream waiting for us when we arrived. The cabin was comfortable, the beach delightful, and there were canoes and a rowboat available for use. We enjoyed exploring the pond and the surrounding woods. Even on the few rainy days, there were games to play in the cabin. My ten year old daughter was enchanted by the whole experience. Hopefully, we'll be able to return next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

A beautiful quiet spot!
Nancy and Don are warm and friendly hosts who welcomed us with open arms to their piece of paradise on earth. The chalet is on quiet Panther Pond with a dock that leads you to a lagoon-like spot filled with lily pads and aquatic life. The peacefulness and beauty of the pond did its trick as we felt the stress of city life float away from us. The chalet was very comfortable and had everything that we needed. Although there is a television available, none of us watched it, not even our kids!! This vacation will be a memorable one as it allowed the 4 of us to relax and get caught up in each others' lives before the madness of work and school set in in a few weeks. Thank you, Nancy and Don, for sharing your place with us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

A beautiful spot!
We just got back from a wonderful week at Nancy and Don's place at Panther Pond. The dock leads you to a beautiful lagoon-like setting filled with aquatic life and lily pads. The atmosphere calls for relaxation and you can just feel the stress float away as you sit by the dock watching the dragonflies buzz by. The chalet is more than comfortable and has everything that you possibly need. Nancy and Don are welcoming and generous hosts and are very informative. Although there is a television at the chalet, none of us turned it on, not even our teens! This vacation will remain one of the more memorable ones as it allowed the 4 of us to catch up on each others' lives before the stress of school and work set in in a few weeks. Thanks Don and Nancy for sharing your piece of paradise with us!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Hideaway cottage on the side of a beautiful lake
We chose the location because our son was attending a nearby Scout camp - and what a lucky find! The cottage has a retro (1950's) style and was equipped with every possible thing we could need - right down to sellotape and plastic storage boxes. It was like a home from home. There is masses of space upstairs in the bedrooms and a good sized living area downstairs so it was very comfortable to stay in and read. The TV channels were limited (which we didn't mind at all as most US TV is unwatchable) and internet access was intermittent - but we coped with that through using the numerous local venues having free wi-fi. The owners provide canoes and a row boat and there is access to swim on the lake from a private beach which we made considerable use of during our stay as it was SO hot! And our son caught a sizeable fish in the lake during his weekend off, so he was very happy. There is plenty to do in the area so lots of day trips out and there are plenty of amenities (restaurants, supermarkets, laundry, cinema etc.) within a short drive. Can particularly recommend "the Good Life" nearby for awesome salads and good breakfasts. Also the "Black Bear cafe" just outside Naples is worth a short drive for food and atmosphere (and live music some evenings). The owners provided lots of local information as well as recommendations and our week just flew by. The only complaint - and this is probably insurmountable - was the population of mosquitoes which was virulent. It would have been nice to sit outside (especially in the heat) and take full advantage of the picnic table and BBQ but we tried it one evening and were just eaten alive. A lovely, lovely week which we hope to repeat sometime.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jenn L.

Fantastic family getaway!!!
The house hidden in the woods on the lake was exactly what my family and I were hoping for. It had everything we needed: dishes, linens, canoes, and grill. The fire pit was a hit with the kids for s'mores. Everything was very nearby, including shopping, markets, lakes and boating. We had the best time. Nancy and Don were very accommodating. Thanks again!! We'll be back next Summer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jenn L.

Fantastic family fun getaway
We found this home to be the perfect little hidden getaway. Nancy and Don were so friendly and accommodating. There were plenty of dishes and linens. Gas grill, canoes, row boat, and life jackets were also on site. All the comforts of home. The place was immaculate but cozy. Just what we were looking for. The beds were comfortable and plenty of room for everyone. We had friends join us at the end of the week and they were just as happy as we were with the place. Beach access and only 10 min ride to town was perfect. We are already planning our next trip back. Thanks again, Nancy and Don.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jenn L.

Fantastic family fun!!!
My family and I spent one week on Panther Pond in this peaceful hidden getaway. Nancy and Don were so friendly and had everything we needed including: dishes, linens, and canoes/rowboat. The house was clean and homey. Beds were comfortable and plenty of room for everyone. My family and I are already planning our trip for next year. Can't wait to go back!!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Wonderful secluded setting!
What a great get-away spot! Quiet secluded location on a lovely lake, yet only a short drive to Portland. Very accommodating owners! Great Bass fishing on Panther Pond, and actually caught some of our largest Bass right off the dock! The chalet has all the basic amenities with potable water. Very comfortable beds! Thank you Nancy & Don- we look forward to returning next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Wonderful secluded setting!
What a great get-away spot! Quiet secluded location on a lovely lake, yet only a short drive to Portland. Very accommodating owners! Great Bass fishing on Panther Pond, and actually caught some of our largest Bass right off the dock! The chalet has all the basic amenities with potable water. Very comfortable beds! Thank you Nancy & Don- we look forward to returning next year!