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Perfect extended family waterfront getaway! Just 30 miles from Sugarloaf

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Interior
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Embden, ME
  • Embden Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Sugarloaf Mountain
    ‪112 min drive‬
  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bubblecuffer

1 Queen Bed

Hayburner

1 King Bed

King’s Landing

3 Single Bunk Beds

Narrow Guage

2 Single Bunk Beds

White Nitro

+1
5 Single Bunk Beds

Winter’s Way

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Perfect extended family waterfront getaway! Just 30 miles from Sugarloaf

Our home is a cozy, family-orientated oversized ranch, located 33 miles from Sugarloaf, immediately on Embden Pond, the cleanest Lake in Maine! Less than 4 minutes to the public boat launch, and immediately on snowmobile and ATV trails. Beautiful views of the lake as well as the mountains of the Kennebec Valley.
Our home sleeps 17 comfortably in beds, with plenty of common space. NO pets, NO smoking of any time, at any time, NO parties at ANY time. NO use of fireplace or woodstove is permitted. NO charging of electric vehicles, and NO hair dye/coloring on premises
5 night min holidays and July & August. PLEASE READ full rules & details prior to booking. Please pay attention to parking map!!

The Inn at Embden Pond is located 33 miles from Sugarloaf, 10 miles to downtown Madison, and 15 miles to Skowhegan and the Bigelow Brewery. We are immediately on Embden Pond, less than 4 minutes to the public boat launch, and immediately across from ATV & snowmobile trails. Embden Pond offers 1,542 AC of fishing, boating, kayaking, and swimming, and was the cleanest pond in Maine for 2021. Enjoy beautiful views of the Lake as well as the mountains of the Kennebec Valley, all from your own beach chair!

Our home is a single level vaulted ranch styled dwelling, which sleeps 17 comfortably; air mattresses allowed, if needed. Free WIFI included as well as basic cable, and all TV’s are smart TV’s, so you can log into your favorite streaming service.

Room layouts, named after trails from Sugarloaf, are as follows:
“King’s Landing” offers twin over full bunks, as well as a twin size trundle (open ceiling)
“Hayburner” offers a king size bed
“White Nitro” offers a queen bed
“Bubblecuffer” offers 5 twin beds; 2 up/2 down bunks, and one captain style twin bed
“Narrow Gauge” offers twin bunks, with floor space for an additional air mattress, and is divided by a heavy duty curtain from “Winter’s Way” which offers a king size bed.
1 Pack and play is also available with (1) sheet provided (booster high chair also available)

The living/dining/kitchen areas are open, off of which are the home’s 2 full bathrooms. Tub is available in one bathroom, however, please do NOT attempt to use jacuzzi features; tub only.

The closest full size grocery store is Hannaford in Skowhegan, however, Vicniere’s Elm St Market in North Anson, as well as Solon Corner Market in Solon offer a great small town selection of grocery items, a deli counter, personal care necessities, ice cream & frozen foods and the latter offers fresh live lobster.
Bait, Bolts and Bullets is also in Solon, and offers…well…
There are also several area farmers markets/wood stands/vendor fairs, often found alongside various roadways on a quick drive

We want you to enjoy your stay, but please be respectful - this is our home and we have poured many, many hours into making it warm and inviting. Please do not touch or move any decor items, and please follow the enclosed rules.

Attached please find a site map of the Resort. Please make special note of the trash dumpsters, public swim dock and beach areas, as well as available parking areas.


House Rules:

NO Pets allowed, ABSOLUTELY NO smoking of any type at ANY TIME.ZERO TOLERANCE, NO parties or events. NO glitter or confetti allowed.
$500 fee will be assessed for any violations.
Due to age, fireplace is decorative only - please do not attempt to light a fire, do not hang on live edge, and do not stand on stone hearth

Woodstove may NOT be used

Laundry is available for use for stays over 5 nights, please bring your preferred detergent, etc.

ALL Trash, indoor & outdoor, must be brought to the dumpsters (see map). Take out whatever you bring in. While we do not have access to recycling, bottles and cans may be dropped off outside the Embden Community Center - you’ll pass it on your way out of town, and proceeds go towards lake maintenance. Drop box is located on the left side of the parking lot

Cameras are on site. We have better things to do than monitor your vacation!! :) However, if there are any neighborhood complaints, we reserve the right as homeowners to do our due diligence and check in.

TP will be provided at 2 rolls per bathroom (4 total), and 1 roll of kitchen paper towels. Please plan accordingly if extra is needed for your stay. Please plan to bring your own toiletry items.

“Ladies room” also includes use of hairdryer and basic 1” curling iron.

Kitchen is fully applianced, to include dishwasher and microwave, coffee pot (individual pot (will accept standard KCups; basic selection provided), as well as use of griddle and waffle maker (please be sure to leave them as you found them!).

Please clean all dishes and return them to where you found them


Quiet hours of 10PM - 7AM are strictly enforced by the Association, please be courteous.

Please note, use of ATV’s, snowmobiles, and boats/water, as well as the use of our home, are expressly at your own risk, no liability will be assumed by homeowners. NO power equipment is included in rental fees, you must bring your own “toys” and registration of same is your responsibility - Embden Town Offices are located less than 2 miles away, and all power toys may be registered here (Remember to bring your current Registration for all necessary info). See Town of Embden website for most up to date hours & fees. Please note, operation of all powersports is prohibited on site, with the exception of 5mph driving to trails.

Swim platform will be in water weather permitting; use is completely at your own risk. Water depths vary, please check prior to use.

Rental fee does include the use of one canoe; onsite kayaks are strictly off limits.

Outdoor fire pit with chairs is available for use, please bring your own campfire wood for outdoor use. Please DO NOT enter woodshed for any reason. We will have to charge from security deposit if (our) wood has been used. Please see State of Maine regulations for out of state firewood, homeowner is not responsible for monitoring firewood origin. **There is a retired Army Veteran within a 5 minute drive, who sells camp wood year round at the end of his driveway - he would love your business! Go back to the end of West Shore Rd, take a right, then a quick right across from the Community Center onto Wentworth Rd, he is a little over a mile up on the right.

Door code will be provided prior to check-in, and will automatically change after check-out time. Please lock the door behind you.
Before checking out:
all bedding MUST be removed from beds and left in hamper provided, please leave towels with sheets.
All trash, indoor and outdoor, must be brought to trash shed
Bottles and cans may be disposed of in the trash shed, unless you have chosen to donate (see note above)
Please leave our home the way you would like someone to leave your home! Recommended packing list: water shoes, inflatable rafts/floats/kayaks, your favorite coffee, a good book! (Although the end table is also filled with several to read & enjoy, but please put back!)

Additional fees include:
cleaning fee

Private dock (in season, upon request) $25/day

MUST READ ALL RULES
NO PETS, NO PARTIES, NO SMOKING, NO FIREPLACE OR WOODSTOVE USE. NO charging of electric vehicles on the premises

ALL CLOSETS ARE OFF LIMITS. Violation of any rules will incur a $500 fee in addition to any and all damages

Property manager

Angel Wilgus
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Absolutely NO smoking of any type, at any time. You WILL be billed for any missing or damaged items

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 first aid kit

About the area

North Anson

Located in North Anson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Embden Pond and Kennebec River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ski Museum of Maine and Maine Huts & Trails. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Embden, ME

What's nearby

  • Embden Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Skowhegan State Fairgrounds - 36 min drive - 32.7 km
  • University of Maine - Farmington - 51 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort - 57 min drive - 54.9 km
  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 112 min drive - 69.0 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Evergreens Campground & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Solon Hotel Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Diadema Golf Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Apple Tree Bakery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Plus - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect extended family waterfront getaway! Just 30 miles from Sugarloaf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect extended family waterfront getaway! Just 30 miles from Sugarloaf ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect extended family waterfront getaway! Just 30 miles from Sugarloaf ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect extended family waterfront getaway! Just 30 miles from Sugarloaf located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Embden Pond and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Kennebec River. Ski Museum of Maine and Maine Huts & Trails are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri L C.

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

Wonderful

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

“Family Celebration of Life”

Wonderful spot for a family gathering! We came to Maine to attend a “Celebration of Life Gathering” for our Mother who was born & raised in the area. Our stay at this large, beautiful cabin was perfect for our immediate family to enjoy nature, the lake, memories & each other! The cabin was comfortable for a larger group. It came complete with all the comforts of home. By day we enjoyed water activities in the clear waters of Embden Lake, By night family camp fires with s’mores! Amazing, peaceful setting to relax & have fun! We hope to return next year! Would recommend this one of a kind get-a-way! ~The Greenwood Family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

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

lovely spot

family gathering, property was perfect for what we needed. had a few concerns but they were quickly taken care of. would definitely go back again !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Desiree M.

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

Beautiful Spot

The house was located in the pond, the dock is shared with a few other homes, so it isn’t private but we had no issue with that. I recommend bring floats and rafts. We loved the area. The house is open. The rooms are tight but we didn’t spend much time there so it didn’t phase us. We brought our own linens as there was a fee for linens which I have never had any other time I have booked a house. The only issue was they give you half the fridge and freezer and half the pantry space and with the number of people the house hold the space could be limited but we had no issue. We lived the location and the manager was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

al t.

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

Graduation

Good for a large group, not directly on the water though
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri N.

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

Family Gathering

We were in the area for a funeral. All of the out-of-state family members were invited to stay at the house with us. It was a great place to simply be together. It was nice to make our own food instead of going out to eat. The hosts were extremely communicative and helpful. Some have already said we need to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Monika N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

We loved the main room overlooking the lake. It felt very cozy. The bedrooms are smaller and tighter than I thought. Communication with the owner was great, he replied very quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Angel Wilgus

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This is our second home, we love it so much we wanted to share it when we can't be there!

Languages:

English, French

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests