Cozy Lakefront Family Compound - Spacious and private with spectacular views! - Casco

8 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Casco, ME

Sebago Lake3 min drive
Point Sebago Golf Resort7 min drive
Sebago Lake State Park7 min drive
Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)41 min drive

A group of friends and I stayed here for a weekend in fall. The place was spacious, clean, and had great views of the la...

Christopher H.

Oct 23, 2023

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - Main House

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main House

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Main House

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 - Main House

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6 - Guest House

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7 - Guest House

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 8

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8 - Bunk House

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Main House

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Main House

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Guest House

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cozy Lakefront Family Compound - Spacious and private with spectacular views!

Bring the whole family or group of friends and create memories to last a lifetime with your own private compound on tranquil Thomas Pond. Camp Dragonfly’s spacious, remodeled 5 bedroom main house has all the amenities you could need, the 2 bedroom guest house has a kitchenette and full bath, while the adorable bunkhouse has two sets of bunks – the perfect hangout for the kids or teens!

Take pleasure in 250 feet of private shoreline with trees buffering each side giving you complete privacy. Play your favorite outdoor games on the large, level yard. Access the sandy bottomed, crystal clear water from the stairs or two docks. Swim to the float and soak up the sunshine while you observe the resident bald eagle circling overhead. Cast a line from the canoe or dock and enjoy some of the best fishing in the lakes region. Cook up some lobsters in our giant outdoor gas-fired cooker. Sip your coffee in the mornings and watch the sunrise from the covered porch or savor your favorite beverage in the evenings by the cozy fire pit while you take in panoramic views of the lake. Finally, after a full day enjoying "The Way Life Should Be", fall into a peaceful slumber as you listen to the soothing cry of the loons.

While away from it all you are only 10-15 minutes from grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, ice cream stands, movie theatres, hiking, golf, mini golf and go-karting. A tennis court, 3 pickleball courts (we provide net and paddles!), swing set, and a half basketball court are less than a mile away.

Amenities include 2 docks, stairs to the water, swim float, 2 kayaks, canoe, paddleboard (adult and children’s life jackets provided), water floats and noodles, firepit, Weber gas grill, outdoor gas burner with lobster pot and utensils, outdoor games (cornhole, spikeball, bocce, whiffle ball), and indoor games (various card games, cribbage board, jumbo sequence, deluxe scrabble, rack-o, and guesstures to name a few).

The boat on the mooring is not for use or available to rent, but there are several local marinas to rent from that will deliver the boat to the boat launch for you. We suggest reserving and arranging drop off well in advance.

Main House: 5 bedrooms, 7 beds, 1.75 baths, 3 smart tv’s
Guest House: 3 beds + futon, 1 full bath, 1 smart tv
Bunkhouse: 1 Bunk with 2 twin xl beds, 1 Bunk with 2 twin beds, 1 smart tv (no bath)

Camp Dragonfly rents from June-October.

*** The 7 Day Rental period in summer is generally Sunday to Sunday only unless otherwise indicated ***

Outdoor motion activated surveillance devices located at exterior doorways for security purposes only when the property is vacant. There are NO interior cameras.

Property manager

Jenny

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You assume all risk for you and your guests swimming in the lake and indemnify owners and their agents from any liability whatsoever for your use.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Casco

Located in Casco, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Point Sebago Golf Resort and Rattlesnake Mountain Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Blacksmiths and Steamboat Landing Mini Golf. Seacoast Adventure and Maine Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Casco, ME

What's nearby

Sebago Lake - 3 min drive
Kettle Cove - 4 min drive
Point Sebago Golf Resort - 7 min drive
Sebago Lake State Park - 7 min drive
Panther Pond - 11 min drive

Getting around

Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Cafe Sebago - 7 min drive
Ice Cream Dugout - 10 min drive
Annette's Country Skillet Diner - 8 min drive
The Galley Restaurant & Pub - 8 min drive
Pear's Ice Cream & Hoagie Shop - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lakefront Family Compound - Spacious and private with spectacular views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Lakefront Family Compound - Spacious and private with spectacular views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lakefront Family Compound - Spacious and private with spectacular views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lakefront Family Compound - Spacious and private with spectacular views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Thomas Pond and Sebago Lake. Blacksmiths and Kettle Cove are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

23 October 2023

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

Lake House in Fall

A group of friends and I stayed here for a weekend in fall. The place was spacious, clean, and had great views of the lake. The host was very responsive whenever we had questions. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

10 October 2023

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

Lakehouse retreat

Absolutely lovely home. Gorgeous view of the lake! Spacious and beautifully decorated. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking our meals! Owner extremely responsive! Shower in upstairs bathroom needs some work. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

5 October 2023

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

What a gorgeous weekend experience—definitely a cut above!

Our group of 7 adults gathers once a year to review our work as healers and meditators, and to deepen friendships within the group. It takes a special place to meet all of our needs for individual accommodations as well as serene surroundings. Without question, this wonderful place (Dragonfly camp) with its absolutely lovely host is far above all of the other nice places we've stayed—and we've tried a different place each year. But we're coming back to this one from now on. It is spacious, spotless, and graciously appointed—an outstanding kitchen and living area with perfect views, perfect pillows on the beds, a thoughtfully placed outdoor fire pit with muted colored lights on the surrounding landscaped grasses, and lovely arranged plants in pots on the pier. The details are amazing. This place is absolutely a cut above the rest.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K., Ballston Lake, NY

25 September 2023

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

The Perfect Maine Property

This was truly the perfect Maine property. Situated a short drive from Portland as well as the beach but on a beautiful private lake gives great vacation diversity. The property boasting three sleeping dwellings was perfect for our large group of adults. The house was well stocked with anything you would need for cooking for 14 people including the large boil pot and plenty of utensils and tools for lobster and other seafoods. Not one person of our group had a bad thing to say and we all now have this saved on our VRBO wishlist for next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia M.

17 September 2023

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

Absolutely stunning

An absolutely PERFECT location for a relaxing bachelorette weekend! There were 11 of us that very comfortably stayed here for 3 nights! The house had an immaculate view of the lake and was so beautifully cleaned and stocked with every item/appliance imaginable. Jenny was a pleasure to talk with and was so quick in response to any of our requests/questions! Very highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet “home away from home”, large family or event gathering that’s close enough to town for last minute grocery runs, but quaint enough to feel like you’re the only ones on the lake! 100000000000/10 !

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jenny

Hello, my name is Jenny and I grew up in Maine. I now live in Southern New England with my husband and two teenage boys. I really wanted my children to know Maine they way I did, so in 2014 we purchased this lovely property and have spent quite a bit of time here. Needless to say the boys love it! We have gradually renovated areas that needed attention. It is still a work in progress, but something that I enjoy doing immensely. I also love hosting and doing all that I can to ensure our guests have the ultimate experience. It makes me happy to make you happy!

I am always thinking about ways to improve Camp Dragonfly. I want our guests to have the most remarkable and joyful time here possible. If you have suggestions on what could be changed or added to enhance your stay, please let me know!

Why they chose this property

I grew up going to my grandparents' camp on Sebago Lake and would also take day trips to Sebago Lake State Park. To me, the Lakes Region in Maine means fun in the sun and in the water, enjoying nature, and getting away from it all. The area is convenient to get to from the rest of New England. I also like that there are amenities nearby that are convenient and fun to explore. Thomas Pond was high on our list due to its excellent water quality rating and because it is less busy than other lakes and ponds. Why Camp Dragonfly? If you are here in May or June, look up and you might see dozens of dragonflies flying overhead. We love dragonflies because they are beautiful creatures that symbolize hope, change, and love. Dragonflies also remind us of our loved ones who are no longer with us physically. And lastly, we love dragonflies because they eat mosquitoes!

What makes this property unique

This house was built in the early 1800’s. We’ve been renovating since 2014, but you will still see many signs of an older home. We hope you enjoy the peace and tranquility of beautiful Thomas Pond. Hopefully you will catch a glimpse of the Loons that make the pond their home in the summer and hear their mesmerizing calls at night. There is nothing like Maine in the summer!

An interesting historical tie to this property that we’ve been told is that novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne used to be a frequent visitor as he spent many summers in Raymond and Casco between 1813 and 1825. His most famous novel, The Scarlet Letter, was mostly written at his mother’s home in Casco.

Thomas Pond is 442 Acres and has a max depth of 64 feet. The most popular species of fish caught are Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Chain pickerel. The water temperature in summer averages 78 degrees, perfect for swimming and lounging in the raft. In the evenings the Maine air can be crisp, so throw on a sweatshirt and enjoy the warmth of the firepit while you make some s'mores. You will have a perfect view of the moon rise and don't forget to look up at the stars and find the Big Dipper and the Milky Way. Good chance you'll see a shooting star too.

The best parts of this property are the large yard for games, privacy on either side, and gorgeous open views of the lake, all three of which are rare in a lakefront property. Thomas Pond also has less activity than other lakes in the region, which adds to the tranquility, but it's also fun to watch the water skiers when they come around. The pond is large enough for water sports, but small enough to explore with the kayak or canoe. We do hope you enjoy your time at Camp Dragonfly and make memories to last a lifetime.