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Autumn is Wonderful! 
Ski and Snow Mobiling
Exterior
Playground in May...getting the docks out!
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14343.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Harrison, ME
  • Long Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Pondicherry Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Highland Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

3rd Floor Loft East

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

3rd floor Loft- West

2 Single Beds

Master - 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

Master - 1rst Floor

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Second Floor Front West

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Rear- West

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1rst Floor Master

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Master

Toilet · Shower only

Mudroom 1rst Floor- Powder room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Swim, Kayak, lawn games. Walk to ice cream. Live Theatre , firepit smores!

64 Main sits on a large corner lot in the Friendly Village of Harrison, Maine. The current owner grew up in Harrison. He and his family returned in 2016-17 to restore his Doctor's former home. (Dr. Rubie Day was one of Maine's first female Osteopaths). As a young boy walking to school, Ron, would pass Dr. Rubie's house wondering if one day he would ever own a home like that.

Coming "home" has been a romantic journey, and reminder of what makes Harrison, and this home, a special place.

Harrison is in the heart of Maine's Western Lakes region, known for it's four season recreational opportunities and Village pace of life. Beginning in the Mid 1800's , steamboats and later the Narrow Gauge Railroad carried city dwellers to Harrison year after year. Boys and Girls camps flourished. Today there are families who have lived in Harrison for generations , welcoming those who come to their summer/ ski homes, and short term visitors alike.

From 64 you can walk across the back lawn to Crystal Lake, the town Beach, boat launch, and park. From the front door you are within blocks of the Town Library, year round Old Mill Restaurant (great food and frequent entertainment), and the Harrison General Store. Deertrees Summer Theatre, is just 1 mile "up the road".

When restoring 64 Main, the owner had his eye on creating a home that could accommodate many ages and host family reunions and small events. The owner collaborated with his wife who owned and operated an Award Winning small hotel in Portland for 16 years. They aspired that 64 Main be a place where families will come year after year, enjoying spaces to gather together as well as find moments.

64 Main has 6 bedrooms. 2 Master Bedrooms with King beds and en suite baths. One Master is on the first floor with a private deck. The third floor attic space is a classic kids loft that can easily sleep 6. The large family room (once a barn) and attached screened in porch are favorites of many.

The owner tried to preserve as much of the original house as possible while creating a lasting, safe, and comfortable home. The home was all new windows (30!), a new heating plant that utilizes the original radiators, all new plumbing and wiring, expanded new septic system, state of the art insulation, some air conditioning, all new appliances including a 6 burner gas stove, and a Fire Sprinkler system.

There are 2 onsite paved parking areas/ of space to accommodate a boat.

The home and grounds are smoke free. We love animals but do not allow pets.

Property manager

Barbara Ward
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Exceptions may apply....feel free to ask!
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Covid Cancellation Policy: If guests need to cancel their reservation due to Covid Illness or Travel Policies we will waive cancellation fees.

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
Note from host: Exceptions may apply....feel free to ask!
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harrison

Located in Harrison, this holiday home is on a lake. Civil War Monument and Rufus Porter Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shawnee Peak and Steamboat Landing Mini Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Harrison, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gallery 302 - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Pondicherry Park - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Highland Lake - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Shawnee Peak - 19 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A La Mexicana 2 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fluvial Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Maine Lobster Express - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Tannery Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swim, Kayak, lawn games. Walk to ice cream. Live Theatre , firepit smores! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Swim, Kayak, lawn games. Walk to ice cream. Live Theatre , firepit smores! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swim, Kayak, lawn games. Walk to ice cream. Live Theatre , firepit smores! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swim, Kayak, lawn games. Walk to ice cream. Live Theatre , firepit smores! located?

This family-friendly Harrison holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Lake and Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Center. Highland Lake and Pondicherry Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

UCONN annual winter reunion

Stunning property and wonderful hosts - 110% appointed and their thoughtful and personal touches make it feel like home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay! Fantastic house for big group of family! We were in the area for a wedding nearby, and it was perfect for us. Would consider again for a family get together when the weather is warmer and enjoy the beach and the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay! Location was perfect, in between the two lakes. House had everything you could think of needing, plenty of space, great kitchen. Couldn’t ask for a better place, we will stay again only longer next time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Mike

This property was perfect for visit with family. We had a short visit and wished we could have stay longer to enjoy all the amenities in the area as well as the house. Thank you Barbara for having such a great property available for our visit to Harrison.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette M.

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

Ladies annual getaway

Absolutely beautiful. Roomy and very clean. Manicured property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

Reunion

Second time at this rental and more to come - lovely home, awesome host, and a great area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Christine P.

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

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home and great location by the lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Craig A., South China, Maine USA

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

Great weekend!

Great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April P.

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

Wedding Weekend

We booked this house for our wedding party to stay in and it was perfect. So many bedrooms so no one had to share a room, great spaces to hang out in and chat. Short walk to the beach and downtown. Barbara is very responsive and a great host. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

E-Lorraine J.

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

Spacious convenient lake house

The property was large spaces and beautiful each space felt very clean many bathrooms. Had it two toilets or two sinks more than enough space and amenities for 12 people conveniently located next to downtown the one restaurant in town on ice cream parlor a general store.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal A.

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

Perfect house

Family vacation. We had great time. The lake with a playground is just behind the house. The house is fully equipped with just everything you can think of including a popcorn machine…. We really had a great time. The kids loved having their own floor which was wonderful. It’s even more beautiful than the photos
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

A showpiece house in a great location

This home is amazing, with everything you could possibly want for a family stay, in the lovely little village of Harrison. It was immaculate and Barbara was a very gracious host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary G., Grass Valley

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

Visiting my 90 year old sister and her family

We made my memories during out stay. Owner was so great to work with. The home was great and well supplied. Place was homey and you felt very comfortable there. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

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

Another great summer

Our second summer at the property was as good as the first time. Fresh flowers and pastries welcomed us into the home. We did find wasps behind the grill, but the owner came by and sprayed a few hours after we notified her. Garage is stocked with all you need for the lake. Plenty of games with plenty of space to play them in.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

joanne j.

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

Memories

What a lovely home! Old Maine charm, with modern luxury, and steps to Crystal Lake! Our family enjoyed every moment of our stay. Coffee on the screened porch in the morning, big breakfasts and dinners prepared in a fantastic kitchen with open dining and space for everyone to gather together. We loved the spaces created for the children, plenty of books and games to play in the evening. This was the best stocked home of any we have rented! We are so grateful! We would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sasha m.

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

Spacious but cozy

We had the most lovely stay in Harrison at Barbara’s home! The pictures don’t do it justice— the home is beautifully decorated, extremely well-equipped, and wonderful for a big group gathering. Many happy memories were made here this weekend and we would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

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

Amazing Location

This home is truly perfect. We stayed at 64 Main Street with two other families, 6 adults and 7 kids under 6. The home was awesome, three floors with the third floor being a loft style space, the kids were obsessed. Then the lake, playground, basketball court, restaurant, general store and ice cream are all within a 5 minute walk. We didn't have to put our kids in the cars once! Anyone looking for a chill vacation spot with all of the conveniences this is the place to be! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret M.

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

Wonderful Property and Owner

This is my first experience with a Vrbo property and it was fantastic! The house was just perfect for our family - very clean and well furnished. The owner of the property kept us informed throughout the entire stay. Simply perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., Prior Lake, Minnesota, USA

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

Fabulous Property

This house was perfect for our stay this June. We had 11 people and there was plenty of room for all of us. The property is very clean and well maintained and everything we needed was there for us. Barbara was an Excellent host even recommending some local restaurants and sights to see. I highly recommend it if you are in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise and Paul B., Lebanon,Ohio

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

Perfect place to enjoy family time

As many others have stated in their reviews, the house is perfect for a group or family get together. It meets and exceeds all expectations. The owner is very pleasant and accommodating and quick to respond! We would love to return and enjoy this beautiful house and great location in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

Jan 2023 UCONN DB gathering

Classy-cozy & welcoming, plenty of room to spread out - splendid reno & property, responsive & considerate owner, checked all the boxes and then some.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

Wonderful Family Stay!

This was my family's 3rd year returning here, and we had a wonderful time. The house, lake, and local area appeal to everyone in our multigenerational group. We all love being so near to the water, and the walkability of Harrison for ice cream and basics. The location is beautiful and the house is lovely. Barbara is also very helpful and responsive. We briefly had a power outage during a storm on this visit, and she responded to my message right away, and was immediately in touch with local services to report the outage and get an ETA for us on the repair. Everything was resolved within about 2 hours. I highly recommend this location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

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

We didn’t want to leave

Fantastic house- had everything we needed and more. Property owner was very responsive- we noticed a couple wasp nests on the house and she had someone over spraying the nests immediately. Easy two minute walk to the lake and playground- fantastic for the kids- and a nice large yard to play in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg O.

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

Amazing Getaway

2nd time staying at 64 Main & we are always excited for our stay. The house is amazing, Barb has thought of everything that we would need for a stay. The home has such a warm and charming feel. The location is amazing for fun activities. If I had to pick 1 of my favorite rooms (which is very difficult to do), I would say it’s the side porch. Having my morning coffee and watching my kids work on a puzzle together is awesome. Never once did our 3 kids say, “I’m bored!”. Thanks again Barb, looking forward to next summer at 64 Main. Meg
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S., Lexington, MA

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

Beautiful, Spacious Home, Convenient Location

Our family group of 10 (18 months--73 years old) had a wonderful week in this spacious, beautifully appointed home with its modern conveniences mixed with traditional charm. Communication with the property owners was easy and prompt. They were so considerate, even writing to make sure we knew about a new pub in town and a town fair, which turned out to be a hit with the children. We were greeted with lovely fresh flowers and a box of donuts. The proximity to the playground and sandy beach was terrific. The big lawn around the house was perfect for outdoor games. Listing photos of the interior don't show how attractive and pleasing the house is.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Ward

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What makes this property unique

Pontoon Boat Rentals :

Within Walking Distance. www.gatewaymarinalonglake.com

Deertrees Theatre:

"Maine's Most Enchanting Playhouse" is just a mile away. A 350 seat theatre nestled in the Lakes region foothills was built by Prominent Opera singer of the 1930's Enrica Clay Dillon.

Ice Cream Stand:

Within walking distance is Long Lake Creamery

Yoga With Rose: One block away at "The Ballroom". FMI: 207.423.0573

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests