Escape to this cozy cottage, perfectly nestled between the sandy beach and four-wheeling trails of Sebago. Unwind on your private patio, grill up a BBQ feast, or stroll across the street to access a serene residents-only beach. With kitchen essentials like a microwave stove and refrigerator at hand, enjoy home-cooked meals in comfort.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 666 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Cheerful Single Level Home w/ Shared Beach on Sebago Lake!
Cozy cottage just completely renovated, with sandy beach access and fourwheeling trails, available for rent. House right next door also for rent if you need more space (55 Ossippee Street, Sebago). You will love the serenity of the area and the steps to the beach. It's the perfect location to take a break and relax but within 30 minutes of the City of Portland, a little less than an hour from Old Orchard Beach with shopping, restaurants, amusement and water parks and the beach! Also shopping at LL Bean and FreePort Outlets are only an hour away.
We provide a BBQ grill, your own private patio, a refrigerator, microwave stove and all kitchen supplies, 2 full size beds, 1 twin size bed, and a sleeper pull out couch along with quilts, blankets and pillows. We DO NOT provide sheets, pillow cases or towels. Lots of space on a quiet, dead end street, go across the street and you are at a private beach for Ossippee Residents only. Or drive 1 mile to the resident boat landing and beach. There is a convenience store within walking distance for all your vacation needs including fresh produce, meats, and take out along with a restaurant within walking distance that has a new Tiki bar out front. Also Long Beach Marina across the street with boat and jet ski rentals.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Smoking only allowed OUTSIDE the property
Location highlights
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only allowed OUTSIDE the property
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 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
About the neighborhood
Located in Sebago, this cottage is on a lake. Long Beach Marina and Steamboat Landing Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sebago Lake State Park and Holt Pond Preserve. Narramissic Historic Farm and Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating, fishing, and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting. Visit our Sebago travel guide
Is Cheerful Single Level Home w/ Shared Beach on Sebago Lake! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cheerful Single Level Home w/ Shared Beach on Sebago Lake!?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cheerful Single Level Home w/ Shared Beach on Sebago Lake!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cheerful Single Level Home w/ Shared Beach on Sebago Lake! located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Sebago Lake and Long Beach Marina. Sebago Cove and Trickey Pond are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Cheerful Single Level Home w/ Shared Beach on Sebago Lake! Reviews
Reviews
Very Good
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.
We have stayed here twice, and it never disappoints. Check in is easy and the owners are very responsive. perfect size and location for a nice lake getaway. Highly recommend! Value for what you receive is also on point and it's really a home away from home for us! Can't wait to come again next year!
For the most part everything was great!! The fire pits were full of broken glass, beer cans,food cans and the grills were not clean full of grease which we cleaned. Initially we booked in January when the details included a third bedroom so we were surprised when we confirmed closer to our stay that it was actually only a two bedroom
The house has been updated and it is lovely, clean and well equipped we had a wonderful time and the weather was spectacular
We rented from here for 5 years. This year we rented again even though each year has had its trying times no curtains on windows that finally were put up- the septic backed up this year and we couldn’t use the toilet for 12 hours and the. The house smelled of poop the rest of the day! There was a couch in the yard upon arrival and full trash cans the couch was a fixture for almostEntire stay! The beds are rock hard and old mattresses we bring our own bed pads and beddingAnd ship it in every year to make it sleepable the grass was not well maintained and the coffee pot was broke and I was asked to purchase one and get reimbursed? We could not get the couch bed out the first night so we went and bought airMattresses and I called to alert the owner andAsked them to come look they never came now she sends me a request to replace the couch for 2k you spent 599 at bobs discount furniture are you kidding me .if you rent take the insurance and call Vrbo if they ask you for money the lake is lovely.
Overall the stay was fine. Kiana was very responsive when we needed to know something. The location to the lake was great. The house met our needs. The cottage next door was under construction and the workers started very early. So that was a negative. . We had an ant problem mainly in the kitchen area too. For a house so close to the lake it would be nice to have some beach chairs to take to the lake and maybe a kayak. We have stayed at lake houses for the past 5 years and those 2 things were usually supplied by owner. And a hair dryer for the girls. The back yard needs a little TLC. There was scrap wood laying around from construction a lawn mower and some old chairs. My own suggestion would to move the grill away from the large propaine tanks that supply gas to the house. Thats not safe.
Jay H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Brenda P.
Aug 29, 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not what we thought it would be
We were able to check in early which was nice. The main floor was very clean and newly remodeled. We were told that there was a loft with a twin bed and a toddler bed. The loft was a mess, the beds were not made and it was easily 100° in the space. There was no air conditioning or outlets that I could find safely to put a fan in that room. We were also told that the living room had a pull out couch. We tried opening up it was broken and full of sand. If our other adult children had come with us we would’ve had to find another location for them to stay. When I addressed this with the owner, I was told that she could not do anything about the weather and her house was also hot. I felt for the cost, this was not acceptable. The house was perfect for 4 people, not 6 or 7.
Brenda P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Amanda W.
Aug 13, 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not what we expected
There was ABSOLUTELY no privacy. No curtains or blinds on ANY of the windows. Thankfully we had extra towels & blankets to hang over the bedroom & bathroom windows. My husband had to cut the lawn. The “dining”table was broken & fell on my daughter. The attic was a mess & totally un-useable- not at ALL what the picture showed. The “porch” was crowded with chairs for the dining table. No railing on the stairs to the attic which added a safety concern for the kids. We had to squeeZe the blow up mattress for the children in the living room. Only 1 bedroom had a dresser. One bedroom the fan didn’t work. No matter how long we had the AC on, the house wasn’t cooling down. We made the best of it, but dissatisfied with our stay.
Amanda W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Melissa M.
Aug 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Many things to consider before booking
The home was nice and recently updated. There are a few things to consider before booking here, however, and I will just list some things we encountered so that renters can assess if this is important to you or not. When I arrived, there were 8 large bags of trash out front from the last stay that did not get taken away until the following evening, brining in flies. When I arrived there was no instruction how to check in and no key available. When owner dropped off the key later she mentioned that the previous renters were "complaining" that there was no dining table so she "had to" go out and get one. I was grateful for the previous renters and to have a place for my family to eat. We ran out of toilet paper the first night. I contacted owner to see where that was stored and she stated she does not provide toilet paper. Upon arrival I had to log into my computer to finish some work (I would have to do some limited work throughout the week). The internet didn't work, I had to log onto another nearby connection to get some minimal tasks completed. The owner tried to help but when it did not work I was just told that it must be my computer. The internet finally came on about 3 days into my stay after insisting it get fixed. There were Tvs but no cable, internet or entertainment devices. I contacted the owner and she said she has a roku for us but forgot to provide it and wasn't sure if she could find it now because her kids were playing with it. Once she finally found it she asked my husband to drive out to her house to pick it up or else it would be a few days until she would bring it to us. He drove out an hour round trip to pick it up that night, mostly because there was a lot of rain that week and we have a 3 year old who was in a different environment and we wanted to let her watch a movie. There are no curtains on the windows and it was difficult to change in private. I rented a boat with a few of my friends one day. The owner knew we would be gone for the day, one friend came midday and we docked to pick her up. When she went in the house to change into her bathing suit, a man came down from the attic. She was startled and uncomfortable. She texted me to see if he was supposed to be in there- I had not given permission. He had a key but did not converse with her and left when he saw her. Overall, we had a nice time. Our family makes the best out of any situation! I hope this feedback helps renters when considering their options.
Process from checking in to check out was amazingly easy. Owner very responsive and ready if you need them for anything. If you are looking for a cozy happy family place this is it! Has a nice gas grill outback perfect kitchen well equipped! And an awesome coffee pot for early mornings! Large shower in the bathroom and washer and dryer as well! Couch in living room super cozy to watch movies and the bedroom space is perfect. I was crazy about keeping it clean and perfect for the next renter it’s seriously a nicely decorated and warm place! Don’t pass this one up!!!’
We book our trip very last minute and we so happy that we did. The house was perfect for us and our 2 dogs. The owner was great and always communicated with me. We'll definitely keep this house in mind when we go back to Sebago.
Allison R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Karla Y.
Aug 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Great location
Great location. Very clean. Just odd that there are no blinds.
Wonderful, clean, cozy updated cottage in a lake side neighborhood. Cottage kitchen is perfect!! Fully stocked with all kitchenware! Loved having a washer & dryer to use!! Absolutely a perfect location for a small family or couple who love and appreciate a wonderful lake and beautiful area. A few hiccups that the renter should /could fix are, we were never given a key to the property, no window treatments (shades) for privacy , and the TVs are only for watching DVD’s , not a big deal but all would have been helpful to know before . The area is gorgeous, the residents are amazing and we can’t wait to return!!
Short walk to the lake and the property had what you need for a lake getaway. Grill, fire pit, equipped kitchen and enough space for the four of us. Communication and cleanliness could be better but we enjoyed our stay
Nic P.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Wendy G.
Jul 9, 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Dirty
The day before we were supposed to leave we received an email that our rental was not available. They gave us a rental next door to the original rental. We were told the replacement was much nicer. The property was not clean, there is a really bad ant problem, the windows were difficult to open and close. Other than a good location I would not recommend this property.
The neighborhood was wonderful and friendly. The private beach was an awesome area to relax and go swimming. My pup had a blast! Kiana was extremely responsive!