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Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20331.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Manchester, ME
  • Place, Cobbosseecontee Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Augusta Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowdoin College
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 2 (MH)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3 (MH)

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5 (MH)

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6 (CH)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7 (CH)

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bunk Room - BR 4 (MH)

2 Single Bunk Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Primary Suite (MH)

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 2 (MH)

Toilet

Bathroom 3 (MH)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4 (MH)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5 (MH)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6 (CH)

Toilet

Primary Suite Bathroom (MH)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat

This accommodating, year-round destination provides you the flexibility and freedom to create an unforgettable vacation. A custom-built, craft-style home sitting just a few steps from the water is situated on 1.5 beautiful acres on the northeastern shore of Lake Cobbosseecontee in Manchester, Maine.

SUMMER LIVING: Slow down, connect with nature, and find peace and tranquility in the tree-lined back yard. Ducks, loons, and other wildlife are no strangers to this isolated and quiet place. Take a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard to explore the nearby brook for a different perspective of the area. Or enjoy a swim off the dock or rocky shoreline.

If you’re looking for a more fast-paced and exciting stay, this property also has a dock to moor boats or jet skis. Or utilize the spacious outdoor areas for grilling, games, and entertainment.

At the house you’ll find private as well as community spaces, hi-speed WIFI, a spacious kitchen, a dedicated work/office space, a game room, stunning views of the water, and multiple porches where you can witness the best of life on the lake, and the captivating beauty of Maine’s sunrises and sunsets.

WINTER-TIME*: Winter in Maine provides a variety of unique experiences. Once the lake has frozen over a whole new world opens up. Spend some time cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, snowmobiling, or ice-fishing. Or enjoy the soft and quiet serenity of falling snow and peaceful walks through local hiking areas.

YEAR-ROUND: Even though you’re tucked away in a quiet and secluded area, you’re less than 15 minutes away from restaurants, bars, shopping, art galleries, walking and hiking trails, night life in Downtown Hallowell, Augusta and Winthrop, and much more! If you’re seeking specific experiences, day trips, or if you’re looking for ideas and recommendations, we’re happy to help provide you with information on local offerings.

PRIVATE GYM: Located in the two-bay garage you'll find a variety of equipment at your disposal. This includes a multi-function squat rack with a bench, dumbbells, aerobic step, yoga mat, and an inversion board. (Unheated Space)

*Please Note: There are inherent risks associated with participating in activities on frozen bodies of water. Please review safety materials and resources thoroughly and exercise caution.

**No Pets Allowed At This Time

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Groups of 30+ people require portable bathrooms
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Groups of 30+ people require portable bathrooms
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

About the area

Manchester

Located in Manchester, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Governor Hill Mansion and Old Federal Building are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Peacock Beach State Park and Cobbosseecontee Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Kennebec Ice Arena and Maine State Museum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Manchester, ME

What's nearby

  • Cobbosseecontee Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Augusta Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Colby College - 24 min drive - 46.7 km
  • Bowdoin College - 39 min drive - 72.3 km

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$2,373, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Find Your Bliss at this Private and Captivating Lakeside Retreat located?

This family-friendly Manchester holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cobbosseecontee Lake and Augusta Country Club. Kennebec Ice Arena and Maine State Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

Great location with lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing just as it was last year! The kitchen was fully stocked and had almost everything we needed for our Thanksgiving meal, and the house was just perfection. Our family had a wonderful holiday along with the beautiful view! Dan was so wonderful and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was amazing and so much room . The view is insane . The best location on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family get together was set in this big beautiful house in a beautiful location, and a great time was had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ella R.

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

Beautiful

Dan the Host was top notch. He Met any needs immediatelyBeautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used the property as a home base for a wedding weekend. It was a breathtaking property and perfect for reconnecting with family and friends. We highly recommend this magical place. Communication with the property manager was easy and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie P.

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

Amazing!

Great stay, amazing house and property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph s.

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

maine re union

wonderful location beautiful house we had a great time with a 3 generation re union
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee D.

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

Amazing lakeside getaway

We loved this house. Great spaces and decor and the house was immaculately clean. The proximity to the lake was amazing and we look full advantage of the kayaks provided with the property. Communication was great. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

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

Retreat

This place was great! Large, private, right on the water. Filled with nature vibes. We had a larger group and felt there was plenty of space- Dan the property manager was super helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Review

Great Lake front property, ideal for grilling and yard games
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leisa B.

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

Dream hime

This would be my forever home if I could chose anyplace. We had a fabulous time. We all fit so comfortably. The rooms and furnishings were amazing. I only wish we could have stayed all summer.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Family getaway

We loved the spaces for our multigenerational get together. We had 10 teens aged 16-21, parents and grandparents. There was private space for everyone to enjoy. The private cottage was great for the teen girls; we enjoyed the workout space (which was a renovated garage space); biking trails were close by for off road biking for some of the boys. We also enjoyed nearby Gardiner and Hallowell (10min) for the cute antique shops, hiking, and quintessential Maine stores and restaurants. Only downsides, which were minor, are that the water was shallow by the dock (some places you can feel the lake grass while swimming) and we could have used more covered deck space outside with the amount of people we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

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

Wedding

Family and memories
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

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

Amazing spot and home base for our wedding weekend!

This house was amazing, we stayed here with our large group of friends during our wedding weekend as it was located less than 10 mins from our venue. This house was set up with large groups in mind, everything was so thoughtful and immaculate and all of our needs were met. With so many different activities during downtime, between the lake, kayaks, and game room, everyone had a blast. We recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

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

Family Reunion

Beautiful property and the property manager Dan went out of his way to make it a great week. Plenty of rooms/beds for our large group of 16. The kitchen was well stocked with everything, so many extra touches to make it comfortable. Comfortable beds and pillows. The game room and gym were a huge bonus and best of all the fishing was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

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

Great winter weekend on the lake

The house was so much more than we expected. The shared living spaces were great to watch movies and play games together. We were able to have a fire outside while others skated on the lake. Great bed rooms to ensure everyone felt comfortable and had their own space.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael L.

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

Thanksgiving with Family

We decided to book this beautiful property to bring our family together for a long weekend to celebrate Thanksgiving together for our first holiday since the passing of our father. This was the perfect spot! The house accommodated all 12 of us easily with plenty of space for more! The hope décor is perfection and the views are priceless! The days we spent there with filled with tears and laughter and reliving fond memories while making new memories. Dan was absolutely wonderful to deal with from start to finish and communication was top notch! We definitely recommend this beautiful home and would love to book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

cobbossee

Excellent modern home with all the essentials, right on the water. Close to town but feels miles away. Large property. Plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms. Good dock for our 22ft pontoon boat. Really appreciated the air conditioners. Propert manager/owner really easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Amazing property! Awesome stay!

There were 15 in our party. The check-in process was easy, and Dan answered any questions that we had. The property was the cleanest that we've seen, and we have rented many properties over the past 20 years. Also, there was plenty of room for all of us. There was something to do for everyone! The fishing was great, and the kids had a blast on the kayaks! The location was good as well. We went to Freeport one day and Bar Harbor the next. Truly a great property for a large family! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor O.

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

Weekend get away.

The stay that 14 of my close friends and I had here at the house exceeded all expectations. The house is beautiful and along with the entire property, it was perfect for our stay. We were able to sleep a large group of friends, the property is very fun. The grill and picnic area is perfect for lawn games and having dinner out back. Would recommend this home to anyone looking for a great time on a beautiful lake. Doesn’t get much better. Dan the property manager is amazing snd easy to contact in the process of renting the property. Very easy to get along with and extremely helpful, he showed us the entire property before settling in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen Y.

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

Outstanding

Beautiful property, each room is tastefully decorated, the cottage is adorable and private! We brought our boat and used the dock, it was ideal. Dan the property manager is AMAZING. Anything we asked for, he made it happen within 30 minutes. I would 10000% rent through him again. The house was amazing, huge, room for everyone. We had 14 people and we had extra beds. Don’t want to leave out the landscaping too….felt like I was in a private resort. Definitely recommend, and I am a picky renter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Wedding Weekend

We rented the house for the bridal party and both families - for a wedding at a nearby venue. The house was spectacular and Dan was so accommodating. It had absolutely stunning views and plenty of room for everyone. Something for everyone from the game room to the workout room to the views and sitting areas. There was only one issue - we just didn’t have enough downtime at the house over a very busy wedding weekend! Already talking about coming back in the future for a reunion with the bridal party so we can simply enjoy each other at this beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry R.

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

A truly remarkable property

We were first drawn to this property because of its proximity to our family's home near Hammond's Grove, which was a big plus for us as we could simply boat over and back for visits (much shorter than driving!). The home and carriage house are so well designed and thoughtfully provisioned. It not only looks beautiful and modern, but there are important little touches, like well-lighted closets, tempurpedic mattresses, and sumptuous bedding that you would expect in a five star hotel. The grounds and gardens are expansive and beautiful. We used the outdoor BBQ and kayaks and felt a little bit guilty about not working out in the well-appointed gym. Our grandkids loved the game room. We loved this property and will be back! Dan, the property manager is friendly and quick to respond.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen B.

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

Amazing lake house Augusta Maine

Our stay in Manchester was nothing short of spectacular. Nestled on the serene shores of Cobbosseecontee Lake, this vacation home offered a perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and nature’s beauty. The house has breathtaking views of the lake, which were even more stunning than the pictures. The house itself was immaculate and beautifully decorated, with every amenity we could have wished for. The living area was spacious and cozy, providing the ideal spot for family gatherings. The kitchen was fully equipped with modern appliances, making it easy to prepare meals. We particularly enjoyed dining on the expansive deck, where we could watch the sunset over the lake each evening. The bedrooms were incredibly comfortable, with plush bedding ensuring we had a restful night’s sleep. One of the highlights of our stay was the easy access to the lake. We spent our days kayaking, and swimming right from the private dock. The crystal-clear water and peaceful surroundings made for a truly relaxing experience. The hosts were incredibly helpful and responsive, providing us with great recommendations and ensuring our stay was perfect. In summary, this Manchester house on a lake is a gem of a vacation home. It provided us with a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. I highly recommend this lakeside retreat to anyone looking for a peaceful and luxurious getaway. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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