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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6154.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Shapleigh, ME
  • Square Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Treasure Island
  • Mousam Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bonus sleeping/relax

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Primary bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available

You won’t want to leave!

OK, you plan to get away to Maine with your family, kids and friends—we are open all 4 seasons. You want to escape the pace of everyday life. No airports, no congestion, no crowds. You just want to relax. Coffee in the morning on the deck and campfires in the evening. We promote Dark Skies practices to enjoy the stars. Clean water, summer kayaks and games. Ready, set—-we got you covered!

Book early. Pack your bags. Near the end of a mile long single lane dirt road(well maintained year round), you will find a secluded waterfront home situated in a quiet cove on coveted Square Pond (nearly 900 acres —5 miles of water)with expansive deck above a cascading, terraced lawn down to the waterfront. Crystal clear water for boating, swimming and fishing awaits. Sleeps 6 with two baths. Quiet and relaxing. Docks(2)and kayaks (4)and paddle boards available in the summer season. Modern home with WiFi and televisions. Forty steps from the water. Westerly view with afternoon sun. Sunsets!!

First Question—Will you enjoy the evening sounds of loons?

Second question—Will you see the majestic flight of the residing Bald Eagle?

Come —-find your answers.

Note: Please review photos for stairs to the water from the home and interior spiral staircase and stairs to upstairs bedrooms.

Property manager

Allan Krans
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 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
If launching a boat at the public launch—size matters due to the small size of the culvert— thoroughly clean off vegetation.
Respect neighbors, especially after dark. Noise travels over water. No large parties, gatherings or events. Maximum 21 day rental.
No use of Owner’s boat.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Shapleigh

Located in Shapleigh, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bowl A Rama and Province Lake Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mary Grant Nature Preserve and Goat Hill Trail. Acton Fairgrounds and Heritage Park Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Shapleigh, ME

What's nearby

  • Square Pond - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shapleigh Fields - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Acton Fairgrounds - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Mousam Lake - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Great East Lake - 15 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willy's Ale House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Iron Tails Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shapleigh Corner Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thurston and Peters Sugarhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rock House Ice Cream - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience “the view” on Square, make memories! June, August available located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Square Pond and Treasure Island. Mary Grant Nature Preserve and Shapleigh Fields are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stanton H.

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

Great Stay

Wonderfull week at your home on the lake for our extended family of 6 ranging in age from 9 year old twins to myself, 87 year old head of the family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Beautiful setting

Beautiful, clean, well stocked….we had such a fun time and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Wonderful Lakeside Home

We really enjoyed our stay. The home was beautifully decorated, newly furnished and very well appointed. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

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

vary nice property and house!!

would rent again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect!

What a wonderful place to stay! Very clean, neat and comfortable with amazing views and water frontage. Perfect deck for morning coffee and listening to the loons. We had such a great time and hope to be back next year. We could not have asked for better hosts, communication was clear and easy and everything was well stocked. Truly fabulous!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Great Time on the Lake

Property has everything you need for a great getaway ….. all you need to do is show up !!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W., Scottsdale, AZ

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

Best Stay Ever!

This property was the best place I’ve stayed on a VRBO property. The house was beautiful, beds were comfortable, grounds were lush and immaculate! The owner was very responsive, kind and helpful. I give this property a 10 out of 10 and will certainly return
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

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

Second Visit

We came back this year after a great stay in 2023. Our return visit did not disappoint! My family had a blast swimming in the clean water, sitting on the deck, and enjoying the many creature comforts of the house. The A/C, dishwasher, and air fryer were real crowd pleasers. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Third visit as perfect as our first two visits!

My family adores this amazing home away from home on Square Pond! This is our third summer in a row staying here because we love it so much! The home has everything you could imagine needing, Allan is fantastic to coordinate with, and the lakefront property is so beautiful! Our week was filled with swimming, kyaking, paddle boarding, fire pits, listening to the loons, playing games, and enjoying morning coffees taking in the view on the deck. All the makings for a quality family vacation! Missing it already!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Perfect combination of fun, comfort and convenience

Allan and Mary's house is one of the best we have rented. Everything you need is there - well stocked kitchen, gas-powered wood stove, indoor and outdoor games, comfortable beds and a killer view. We enjoyed exploring local hikes during the day, family meals and corn hole games by the fire pit in the evenings. Can't recommend enough for a family/friends get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Wonderful get-away

Our family stayed at the Krans' cottage for a week, and had a wonderful time. The house is well stocked with what you might need, and the landscaped lawn is absolutely gorgeous and relaxing. Our kids (7-13 years) enjoyed the paddle boards and the outdoor games, and on the days that it rained, the house was comfortable and plenty of games and activities to keep everyone occupied. Thank you so much for the lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Square Pond 2020

This is our second year at this property and it was even better than the first. The owners have made some nice improvements to an already awesome vacation home. They are excellent hosts and really went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed ourselves thoroughly, which we did. The lake is so quiet even in Mid-July, it was completely relaxing for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Wonderful time in Shapleigh

We just needed a place to stay for a weekend to attend a wedding. We ended up booking this place because it had room to have our granddaughter over as well, but it had plenty of room for others if you had a bigger family. It was so well stocked with anything you would need, it was just like being home. Super comfortable and cozy. Grateful for the ac since it was in the high 90’s for a few days. Water was lovely, kayaks and paddleboards were nice to be able to use. Owner Allan was delightful! Thank you so much for sharing your house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

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

We had an excellent stay!

The hosts are helpful, friendly, and responsive. Their home is clean and comfortable complete with nice bonuses like: A/C, a well-stocked kitchen and a dishwasher. The best part is obviously outside. Swimming in the clean water is so refreshing. One cannot beat the view off the deck in the late-afternoon. I hope to be back in the future. Thanks for a wonderful and relaxing week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann L.

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

Just what we needed

As soon as we drove up to and then walked into the house we knew we had made the right choice. We were in town for a sad family occasion, and the loveliness of this location, the comfort of the house, and the abundant and generous supplies available were such a comfort to us. The weather was rainy and gray, but the view of the lake was still so peaceful and beautiful. Every few hours or so, one of us would say : “we should come back in the summer.”
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Just not enough time

Perfect location on Square Pond for an enjoyable stay with family and friends - clean, comfortable, and with all the amenities that you will need. There is something for everyone - whether you just want to float, hangout in the dock area, take out one of the kayaks for a tour of the lake, or just hang out on the deck, or in the AC cooled house. Allan was very helpful and communicative through the entire experience, from booking to checking out. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis L.

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

Anxiety gone

The house was perfect instantly walk in and see the deck and lake from the kitchen with an amazing view was perfect! House was super clean had everything you could ask for!!! Allen was a great host had some lock troubles he came and took a look and even left us with some nice gifts to enjoy!!! I WOULDNT HESITATE TO TELL ANYONE TO STAY HERE AND GET AWAY AND UNWIND!!! this is really the perfect place for that!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Perfection

What a lovely, extremely comfortable, well-appointed home! The kitchen is filled with everything you might need for cooking, including counter space, The master bed is very comfortable, with an adjustable heated mattress pad! All around, there are thoughtful supplies and stylish surprised to enjoy. And the view is beyond breathtaking! Allan, our host was extremely helpful - beforehand in making sure we'd be prepared for a Maine winter, and during, when I had some questions. We will absolutely be back.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lia M., Duxbury, MA

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

Awesome spot

We had a great stay at Allan and Mary’s house. Location is beautiful and they provide so many fun outdoor games to play. The weather wasn’t great for the first few day, but we still had a blast because of all the fun games they have. The kayaks and paddle boards were so fun for all of us. The house was clean and comfortable and very well stocked for all our cooking needs. Host was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Our 8 year old got a hole in one for disc golf and Allan dropped off a medal for him. So fun! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

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

Square Pond Beauty

My wife and I just experienced a wonderful week at the lake. Great property on a fantastic pond. This place has all you need for that perfect getaway summer vacay. Water toys from kayaks, paddle boards, docks and beach lounging. Lots of shade and/or sun. The camp has all you need for indoor comforts from air conditioning, clean bedrooms and baths and a well stocked kithen. Hoping to do this again and maybe often. Thank you Krans family. R&LR
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Serene and Relaxing

What a great find for a relaxing and enjoyable visit. We had rented this house in the summer and enjoyed it. It was a very pleasant find to see it was a year round rental. The lake in the summer is bustling and brimming with energy. The winter experience was very serene and contemplating. We enjoyed using the house as a base to go shopping and snowshoeing both locally and within a half hour drive. There is plenty to do in the area and we made a few afternoon trips to Sanford, North Conway, Cornish and Bridgeton. We also enjoyed sitting in the living room and watching turkeys walk along the shore, enjoyed the gas stove, comfortable seating and general relaxed vibe the house has.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deana Z.

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

Lake Life in Maine

We usually stay on the coast but decided to try a lake adventure this summer. This house was beautiful and clean, with everything we needed. What we enjoyed the most: kayaking, swimming off the dock, peaceful coffee with the view in the mornings, and starry skies with the campfire at night. The lake community was not very welcoming, but the house definitely was! We were close enough to the shore to get to the beach (about an hour). Ice cream, mini golf, and amazing antique stores are not too far away either. Allan was so helpful and kind, and if you get to meet Peter, consider yourself lucky! Thank you for the wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Wonderfully welcoming and relaxing!

Everything about our experience here was exceptional! From the pre-trip communication with Allan answering our questions, to sweet welcome gifts, and attentive responses during our trip, our hosts couldn't have been better. It felt like they were taking care of family. The house was clean, well-appointed, super comfortable and had everything we needed to feel at home. There were a ton of things to keep us busy - from board games and yard games to kayaks, and great places to sit and enjoy the view of the lake when we didn't want to do much of anything. The position on the lake is terrific, with the majority of the motor boat traffic staying out of the cove where we were. Nice mix of shallow water for the kids and deeper for swimming and boating. All in all, we couldn't ask for a better host, house, or lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G., Durham, NH

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

A Perfect Lake Home Experience

Allan and Mary's beautiful home is definitely a 5-star rental. They have thought of every amenity to make your stay comfortable, convenient and fun! My husband and I, with our two adult children and their partners, had plenty of space to be together or apart. We enjoyed the long deck and the beautiful, landscaped yard for playing games and relaxing. It was especially nice to have the 5/4 kayaks and paddle boards to get out on the water to explore the lake. We'd gather around the fire pit in the evenings to watch the sunset and play some cornhole. To top off our relaxing stay, we watched a bald eagle snatch a fish from the lake in front of us and eat it in the treetops above us, a couple of times! It was a magical place, and we'd love to return. We all agreed the week was perfect! Thank you, Allan and Mary!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

An Oasis in Maine

Mary and Allan have really figured out how to strike the balance between comforts of home and amenities of vacation. The spot they have has great views and nice seclusion. The lake is crystal clear and the water was so inviting. It is really nice of them to provide kayaks and canoes as well so you can swim or take a nice boat Trip around the cove or the lake. The house itself has exactly what you need with a great kitchen, really comfortable furniture and mattresses that help you sleep the night away. If you find that you need a break from nature, it's an easy trip to town with shopping and restaurants and other activities you can spend time doing. We really enjoyed our time here and found that we were looking at dates in 2022 on our second day because we want to make sure we can come back. Probably the best thing we can say is that nothing feels forced. Everything feels natural and feels exactly like you would want it to: relaxing, thoughtful and premium.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Allan Krans

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We are a large multi- generation family in New England with family ties to Minnesota. We are direct descendants of Nicholas Doe who emigrated from England to Dover NH in 1662. Later in the mid 19th century, descendants moved to Maine to work in the timber trade—migration to Stillwater Minnesota to continue in timber work followed. In 1978, we returned to Dover NH and in 2019, we returned to Maine.

We gather often to celebrate, relax, create memories, and enjoy life. Choose our lake home for your next vacation.

Why they chose this property

We are committed to assisting you. We hope you enjoy your stay. A recent guest wrote in our Journal as follows: “I have tears in my eyes as I write because it is our last full day and we don’t want to leave. “All the comforts of home with the serenity of the lake at our fingertips.”

What makes this property unique

Not all water bodies are the same. Choose carefully. Square Pond is one of the cleanest water bodies in the region. Big enough for boating; calm enough for kayaks. Enjoy either of our two docks for charcuterie, laughter and sunsets. Make family memories.

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