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Highland Lake House - Epic Lake Views, Easy Lake Access, Fully Appointed Home!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Windham, ME
  • University of New England
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • State Theatre
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Thompson's Point
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Highland Lake House - Epic Lake Views, Easy Lake Access, Fully Appointed Home!

Highland Lake House is a rare example of a private lakeside retreat, sited on level, natural terrain with over 250' of water frontage. Situated on a point, this is one of the few places on the lake where you can enjoy both full sunrise and partial sunset. This property comes with 2 docks and the deepest part of the lake is just a stone's throw away to enjoy boating, fishing and water sports. Highland Lake is 2 hours by car from Boston and 20 minutes from Portland. This 3 bedroom home with 6 beds (1 king, 1 queen, 2 twins, 1 full hid-a-bed, 1 twin in sunroom), and 2 full baths, was originally built as a cottage in 1910, and since then has been converted to a year round home with a modern kitchen and amenities. Memorable features include a sandy beach, garage, on demand generator and a classic Victorian cottage look, complete with a turret and large wrap around porch with gorgeous panoramic views of Highland Lake. This is an excellent place to stay anytime of the year. In the spring the new plant and leaf growth is pretty, in the summer the lake is very nice for many activities, in the fall the leaf colors are beautiful, and in the winter the frozen lake offers interesting views and adventures.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Windham

Located in Windham, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sebago Lake and Thompson's Point. Seacoast Adventure and Happy Wheels Skate Center are also worth visiting. With kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Windham, ME

What's nearby

  • University of New England - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Maine Medical Center - 23 min drive - 22.5 km
  • State Theatre - 23 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 24 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Thompson's Point - 24 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 29 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Harmon's Lunch - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Amato's Sandwich Shops - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Lake House - Epic Lake Views, Easy Lake Access, Fully Appointed Home! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Highland Lake House - Epic Lake Views, Easy Lake Access, Fully Appointed Home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Lake House - Epic Lake Views, Easy Lake Access, Fully Appointed Home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Highland Lake House - Epic Lake Views, Easy Lake Access, Fully Appointed Home! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mercy Primary Care, MAGAN Trailhead and Riverside Municipal Golf Course. Sebago Lake and Sebago Lake Basin are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Amazing!!!

We absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful home! It was the perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is directly on the lake. Beautiful views. There are kayaks and paddle boats you can use. Location is 10 miles from Portland which is great to visit for food and more
Stayed 49 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Terrific Time

Beautiful, lakeside retreat. Great kayaking! Home was clean and had plenty of room. Modern conveniences, close to groceries, and spacious fire pit area. Morning coffee on the porch is a must. Excellent fishing straight from the dock!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

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

Another great stay

This property has worked very well for my family for the past two years. We are able to hang out on the porch overlooking the lake and swim and paddle as we want. It is also close enough to Portland to go in a get a good meal. I am loath to write such a good review because it results in the house being booked so much. But truth is the truth.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chris H.

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

Very nice house with a great location

Our family had a great time in our short stay at the Highland Lake House. The location is absolutely gorgeous and the water toys provided by the owner were a wonderful perk not found at a lot of rentals. We had a couple very minor issues with the property and Matt was very quick to respond via text at his direct number. We had a good time and upon leaving to go on to Bar Harbor we actually wished we had spent more time at the highland lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norm D.

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

Perfect Lake getaway

This place was perfect! It's spacious, clean and well equipped with everything you need. The lake views are breathtaking! Amazing location, 15 minutes from everything in north Windham, 20 minutes from Portland
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Holiday Getaway

Very nice and quiet location (in December) for our family to celebrate the holidays Plenty of space in the house for 5 or 6 adults and nice views on the lake. Well equipped and modern kitchen and convenient to Portland. We enjoyed the stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 spent a nice week at this home during a rare heat wave in June. We enjoyed the comforts of the home and the beautiful view of the lake from the wraparound porch. We greatly appreciated the owner making an exception to accept our Great Dane who exceeded the 50lb dog limit. :) Things I wish I’d known: neighbors have access rights to the lake through the property and despite the 2 docks, it’s not an ideal spot for swimming (shallow, muddy or very rocky). The kayaks, paddle boards and peddle boat were nice to have to explore other areas of the lake. Also, of note, if you want to bring a boat, you must be able to hand-carry it into the lake (no boat launch available for renters). Overall, it was a relaxing week on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth P.

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

Early winter stay in Windham area

Property was very nice & convenient to Windham & Portland restaurants & activities. House was well maintained, and exceptionally cozy with the wood stove. Best coffee setup for any rental I have ever used which was a big plus for our crowd. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Excellent Lake House Stay

The property is fantastic with games for the family. Every window on the house has a view of the lake. Matt the owner was very helpful on the check in. Will stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Mainestay

The home is right on the lake. We kayaked which was fun. There is a wrap around porch which is great for relaxing and reading. Very enjoyable place
Stayed 32 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa C.

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

Family Getaway

Our family had a nice relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shana S.

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

Beautiful Location!

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this lake house! The scenery was beautiful and the house was spacious and gave off such a cozy vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elana R.

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

Thanksgiving

Really lovely lakefront and well supplied home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Perfect for family vacation!

Lovely home, 3 sides on the water, 2 docks, tons of water vehicles. Nice kitchen, comfy beds, lovely tub!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Relaxing Family vacation

We had a lovely stay at Matthew’s property. A great location, with beautiful views, and everything we might need. This was our second time renting here and there were some nice upgrades, new mattresses, a new TV upstairs with sleep sofa. Highly recommend for off season for a quiet getaway to watch the sun set off the porch and listen to the Loons. Also close to Portland.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine v.

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

Fantastic location/Amazing views

We had the best visit to Portland, Windham and surrounding areas and the house was simply awesome. Very clean, fully appointed with towels, comfortable linens and beds, and all the kitchen gadgets needed. Matt was very helpful in answering questions ahead of time and made the process easy! The lake views were stunning and the outside area provided a great space for kids to explore a bit. The house is centrally located with easy access to several great spots. We had quick trips to snow tubing, dog sledding, ice fishing and several lighthouses and hikes along the coast. Highly recommend this property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren W., Williamsburg, Va.

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

2nd time here’s .

This was our second time here. wonderful deck view, great sunrises. Nice improvements with better bedding, more a/c: would like a nicer beach but space doesn’t allow
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Two Great Weeks

We enjoyed everything about the Highland Lake House! Matt has made sure that everything you could need for a relaxing, fun vacation is provided. Kitchen’s well stocked, we loved using the kayaks, paddle boards, and pedal boats, beds are comfy, AC if you need it, great wrap around porch and screened in porch, plenty of room for our family of 6. We highly recommend this great home!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Highly recommend

Amazing view, clean, and fully equipped with anything you may need. Matt was easily accessible, always responded quickly. Close to Portland and local neighborhood had awesome restaurants. Highly recommend this listing, you wont be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Wonderful!

Enjoyed our stay at the Highland Lake House. The house was very comfortable with room enough for four adults and two teens. We loved the beds and wrap around porch and appreciated the air conditioning as the weather was very hot. The lake was quiet and we made good use of the pedal boat, paddle boards and kayaks. Thanks Matt and looking forward to renting again! Looking forward to renting again Looking forward to ren
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

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

Lakehouse wonderful time

We had a wonderful time staying at this property, and it exceeded our expectations. The photos don't do the property justice. Great front porch to loll away the hours; read, jump on a paddleboard, go for a swim, prepare a great meal in the well equipped kitchen, and repeat. A/c was essential for the climate and it worked well. Lots of seating in the living areas as well as two tables to play games. Loved the covered part of the porch where we watched a lightening storm one night - spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

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

Amazing house

We stayed for 5 nights 6 days. Beautiful location, house was big enough for our family. House itself was upgraded so beautifully. My favorite was the wrap around porch. The only thing I wish was different was the lake area, not so good for swimming. I was lucky enough to know neighbors to swim from their area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

beautiful well appointed property

We had 6 adults and there was plenty of space. Two large bathrooms very well appointed. The property was neat and clean. We enjoyed paddle boarding on the lake and going to Portland. Highly recommend this property. The kitchen was a hit with the folks on our trip who like to cook. The AC in each room kept the home cool even in the heat wave. Owner was responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catharine M.

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

Lake view on three sides

Three generations family of 5 and two dogs enjoyed July 4th week in this amazing Victorian cottage. Owner Matt was super responsive from first inquiry to questions during our stay. Watercraft as advertised, extensive kitchen provisions including vinegars, oils, and so many spices—vanilla, garlic and onion powder, even cream of tartar!—blenders, two outdoor grills ready-to-go, handsome tableware. Two nights of quality fireworks from all around the Lake. We made one half-day excursion to Cape Elizabeth and Portland for lobster rolls and Beals ice cream. Highland Lake is mostly quiet, with only occasional jet skiers or tubers. Awesome wrap-around porch great for reading, relaxing. Massive flat-screen TVs. My favorite room, the single-bed sleeping porch, and downstairs bathroom worked well for me, a grandmother with limited mobility. Worth SIX STARS or more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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