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Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views

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A wooden room with a bed, a nightstand, and a chair. - Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views (Newfield)
Interior - Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views (Newfield)
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a television, a rocking chair, a bench, and a window seat with a view of trees. - Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views (Newfield)
A wooden dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances, and a view of the outdoors through a window. - Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views (Newfield)
Nestled into towering white pine trees, Balch Pond Cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy your morning coffee on the screened-in front porch overlooking the lake, then spend your days fishing, swimming or kayaking and evenings by the fireplace with a good book.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views

  • Enjoy a relaxing getaway in a cozy cottage nestled into the towering white pine trees at Balch Pond. Sip your morning coffee in the screened in front porch overlooking the lake as the sun dances off the water. Settle in as the loons swim by beckoning you to join them in a refreshing swim in the pristine lake. Enjoy your time fishing, walking in the woods, picking blueberries, swimming or kayaking then lay back in the hammock with a good book as you listen to the gentle waves lapping up against the shore. Senior and kid friendly, the lot is level with two docks and the lake is a mere 15 yards across a sandy, private front yard. The wooden dock has a ramp and steps into the water. Only an hour drive to the ocean or enjoy a scenic drive to the White Mountains. The private, semi secluded cottage sleeps 6 with 2 bedrooms each with a double bed, living room with fireplace and pull out couch, kitchen, dining room, updated bathroom, screened in porch with sitting area and picnic table. Also included: Onsite parking, fully stocked kitchen necessities (guests provide their own meals), coffee pot, sheets, towels, fireplace and wood, free Wi-Fi, tv, dvd player, washer, rowboat, blow up kayak.

    This wonderful cottage does not have central heating nor insulation. The fireplace is great at heating the living room. We provide a space heater and electric blankets for cool nights.

    No smoking no pets please

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please clean all used dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Located in West Newfield, this cabin is on a lake. Blueberry Hill and Clark House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hansen Pond Preserve and Goat Hill Trail. Acton Fairgrounds and Heritage Park Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our West Newfield travel guide
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ME, Newfield

What's nearby

  • A calm lake at sunset with boats and a dock.
    Sebago Lake
    51 min drive - 63.8 km
  • A coastal road with a bridge, surrounded by water channels and a distant town.
    Wells Beach
    60 min drive - 71.7 km
  • A wooden pier with buildings extending into the ocean.
    Old Orchard Beach
    60 min drive - 85.1 km
  • Balch Pond
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shepherd Island
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Country Goods & Groceries
    7 min drive
  • Poor People's Pub
    18 min drive
  • Lino's
    18 min drive
  • Knotty Pine Grill & Tavern
    18 min drive
  • Redneck Yaught Club (The Sandbar)
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Balch Pond and Shepherd Island. Hidden Lake and Belleau Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Peaceful Lakefront Retreat with Views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Amy S.

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

Excellent Stay

Everything was as stated in Vrbo. had a wonderful peaceful stay. thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbey B.

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

Great Lake get away

Perfect weekend place to relax, fish and spend time with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dougl G.

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

Lovely cottage

Rustic little cottage right on the water and it has got everything that you could want to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

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

Peaceful

I loved the the cabin very quite and friendly neighbors Beautiful view of the lake. It was a very relaxing vacation the loons a sound that stays with you We would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Renewing Stay

Wonderful stay. Just perfect. The property was immaculately clean. The loon calls were delightful. Lots of sunfish for the kids to catch and release right off the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice K.

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

Last bit of summer

There are many aspects of this spot on the pond that are wonderful - the history of the home, the original interior and the porch... but my favorite is just hanging out on the dock in the warm sun with a book and the view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mo D.

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

Cold for August, but no rain!

We like to stay at waterfront cabins because we fish. The cabin has a wonderful waterfront deck AND a dock! As well as a screened in porch, where we ate every night. We were inside more than usual, but thankfully there is tv, internet and board games available. Overall an enjoyable stay. (although the fishing was lousy - not the owners fault. Thanks, Mother Nature!)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect , peaceful get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this cabin. We stayed a week and had plans to go to a few places but it was so nice we decided to stay right there. The pedal boat was great and the view & loons.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake, super peaceful and relaxing. The swing was a perfect touch—great for quiet moments and soaking in the view. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Quiet fishing and relaxing

Our 2nd time here. Lovely as usual. We plan to be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave V.

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

Peace and quiet

Another great time on Balch Lake. We love this place!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice K.

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

Perfect

Love this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dougl G.

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

Quiet Cottage

A quiet cottage with just the sounds of the loons.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail C.

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

Third summer at the Whitehouse cabin

Love love love the lake, the loons, the tranquility, the slow pace! Our third summer here and we had a great time - thanks as always!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Cottage

Quaint cottage with character. A great place to get away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect. Thank you for sharing your cottage. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice K.

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

Pond Oasis - Take a step back

I love staying at the cottage! Kayaking and swimming on the pond are the best. Meals on the porch and relaxing on the dock in the sun are favorites.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice K.

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

Paradise!

Loved this cottage - and enjoyed every minute of my stay. It is everything and more than what shows in the photos. Would definitely return if there is opportunity to.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna m.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We had a great stay even though the weather wasnt the best. Just sitting listening to the loons was wonderful. Thank goodness for the electric blankets we needed them. There is one small electric heater & we could have used another. Already booked the last week of September & can hardly wait.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dougl G.

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

Welcoming

Sarah is a wonderful host. When I arrived I realized i had forgotten a critical piece of gear and needed it to be sent overnight. Sarah sprung into action and saved the day. The cottage itself is rich with history and provides a welcoming rustic charm. It is right on the water with two docks and wonderful views. This is my fourth visit and I hope to have many more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail C.

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

The true lake experience

We loved every moment of our stay at this historic cottage. The lake was quiet and peaceful. The echoing loon calls were magical. We brought our kayak but also used the boats provided—our kids (as well as the adults) had a fantastic time playing on the water. We loved the front porch overlooking Balch lake, as well as the fire pit. The remnants of hurricane Ida came through one of the nights we were there—but we had a cozy evening by the fireplace and enjoyed the sound of rain on the roof during the night! Thank you for preserving this true lake experience and sharing it with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

jan c.

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

Review

Great spot and the camp had great dishes! For a sleep 6 there were only 3 bath towels and shower liner should be replaced. Propane tank was somewhat low and told don and Brenda to let property manager know..we may run out but never heard anything. Due to the rain we were ok. Previous tenants garbage was left animals made a mess, understandable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Back in time

My sister and I took our 90 yr old mom for a relaxing 4 days and it felt like we'd gone back in time. The cottage was well thought out and sturdy when it was originally built and has since been updated (microwave, washing machine, updated bathroom). We spent hours sitting on the deck on the edge of the lake, looking across at the island (which blocks the view of some of the houses so you can imagine that you are one of only a few families on the lake). We swam from the deck, just walked down a few stairs into the water. The screened-in porch was ideal for meals and afforded great views. We used the canoe and stand up paddle board every day to explore our quiet end of this lake. On the one really rainy and cool day, we closed off the living room, curled up and read for hours to the sound of the rain in the cozy warmth provided by the space heater. The loons' haunting wail echoed down the lake every day and night, so beautiful. The story of the cottage is displayed on a wall in the dining room and it felt like we were part of history just by staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025