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Life is short, Eat The Cookie!
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Raymond, ME
- Place, Raymond Pond1 min walk
- Place, Crescent Lake
- Place, Panther Pond10 min drive
- Airport, Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
4 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Life is short, Eat The Cookie!
Escape to our charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath lake house nestled on the serene shores of Raymond Pond. This idyllic retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort, modern amenities, outdoor shower, and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for families, friends, or couples seeking a peaceful getaway.
Location:
Our lake house is situated on the shores of Raymond Pond, offering activities for every season. In summer, enjoy swimming, fishing, and water sports right from the dock. Fall brings stunning foliage and hiking trails in the nearby White Mountains. Winter invites you to ice skate, ice fish, or embark on a snowshoeing adventure. And spring is perfect for birdwatching and exploring the awakening nature.
Bedrooms:
- Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed
- Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed
- Bedroom 3 (Upstairs Loft): Four Twin beds (can be converted to 2 King beds)
Bathrooms:
- Main Floor full-bath with shower
- Upstairs half-bath
- Outdoor shower
Highlights:
- Open-concept living area with large windows providing breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding woods
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- Cozy gas fireplace in the living room for chilly evenings
- Spacious screened-in deck overlooking the water, perfect for outdoor dining or simply unwinding with a book
- Shared dock granting access to the lake
- Canoe and 2 stand-up paddleboards for exploring the tranquil waters
- Fire pit area for s'mores
- High-speed Wi-Fi, Roku TV, and board games for entertainment
- Washer and dryer for your convenience
Amenities:
- Air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
- Linens, towels, and beach towels provided
- Free parking
Nearby Attractions:
- Poland Spring Golf Course (8 miles)
- Seacoast Adventure Mini Golf, Go-Kart, Snow Tubing (9 miles)
- Point Segago Golf Course (13 miles)
- Sebago Lake State Park (14 miles)
- LL Bean and Freeport Outlets (25 miles)
- Pleasant Mountain Ski Resort (26 miles)
- Portland's Old Port District (27 miles)
- Cranmore Mountain Ski Resort (47 miles)
- Sunday River Ski Resort (48 miles)
- Black Mountain Ski Resort (57 miles)
- Boston (130 miles)
Local Restaurants:
- The Galley Restaurant & Pub (Naples) - Great lobster rolls & BBQ
- Fishermen's Catch (Raymond) - Great lobster & lobster rolls
- Deck House Tavern (Windham) - Great fish & chips, fish tacos, big beer list
- Portland Pie Company (Windham) - Great pizza
- Bob's Seafood (Windham) - Great seafood
- The Good Life Market (Raymond) - Great sandwiches
- The Mosquito (Raymond) - Great hard packed ice cream
- The Ice Cream Dugout (Windham) - Great ice cream & soft serve
Nearby Grocery Stores:
- Hannaford (Windham)
- Shaw's (Windham)
- Walmart (Windham)
- Hannaford (Gray)
Notes:
- No smoking allowed
- No pets allowed
- Parties or events must be approved in advance
Book now and experience the tranquility of our 4-season lake house on Raymond Pond. Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, this hidden gem has something for everyone. We look forward to hosting you!
Location:
Our lake house is situated on the shores of Raymond Pond, offering activities for every season. In summer, enjoy swimming, fishing, and water sports right from the dock. Fall brings stunning foliage and hiking trails in the nearby White Mountains. Winter invites you to ice skate, ice fish, or embark on a snowshoeing adventure. And spring is perfect for birdwatching and exploring the awakening nature.
Bedrooms:
- Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed
- Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed
- Bedroom 3 (Upstairs Loft): Four Twin beds (can be converted to 2 King beds)
Bathrooms:
- Main Floor full-bath with shower
- Upstairs half-bath
- Outdoor shower
Highlights:
- Open-concept living area with large windows providing breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding woods
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- Cozy gas fireplace in the living room for chilly evenings
- Spacious screened-in deck overlooking the water, perfect for outdoor dining or simply unwinding with a book
- Shared dock granting access to the lake
- Canoe and 2 stand-up paddleboards for exploring the tranquil waters
- Fire pit area for s'mores
- High-speed Wi-Fi, Roku TV, and board games for entertainment
- Washer and dryer for your convenience
Amenities:
- Air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
- Linens, towels, and beach towels provided
- Free parking
Nearby Attractions:
- Poland Spring Golf Course (8 miles)
- Seacoast Adventure Mini Golf, Go-Kart, Snow Tubing (9 miles)
- Point Segago Golf Course (13 miles)
- Sebago Lake State Park (14 miles)
- LL Bean and Freeport Outlets (25 miles)
- Pleasant Mountain Ski Resort (26 miles)
- Portland's Old Port District (27 miles)
- Cranmore Mountain Ski Resort (47 miles)
- Sunday River Ski Resort (48 miles)
- Black Mountain Ski Resort (57 miles)
- Boston (130 miles)
Local Restaurants:
- The Galley Restaurant & Pub (Naples) - Great lobster rolls & BBQ
- Fishermen's Catch (Raymond) - Great lobster & lobster rolls
- Deck House Tavern (Windham) - Great fish & chips, fish tacos, big beer list
- Portland Pie Company (Windham) - Great pizza
- Bob's Seafood (Windham) - Great seafood
- The Good Life Market (Raymond) - Great sandwiches
- The Mosquito (Raymond) - Great hard packed ice cream
- The Ice Cream Dugout (Windham) - Great ice cream & soft serve
Nearby Grocery Stores:
- Hannaford (Windham)
- Shaw's (Windham)
- Walmart (Windham)
- Hannaford (Gray)
Notes:
- No smoking allowed
- No pets allowed
- Parties or events must be approved in advance
Book now and experience the tranquility of our 4-season lake house on Raymond Pond. Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, this hidden gem has something for everyone. We look forward to hosting you!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
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
About the area
Raymond
Located in Raymond, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Seacoast Adventure and Steamboat Landing Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maine Wildlife Park and Blacksmiths. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
Raymond, ME
What's nearby
- Raymond Pond - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Panther Pond - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
- Sebago Lake - 15 min drive - 15.1 km
- Point Sebago Golf Resort - 24 min drive - 16.9 km
- Oxford Casino - 26 min drive - 21.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Nonesuch River Brewing - 23 min drive
- Kindred Farms Market & Bakery - 14 min drive
- Dunkin' - 20 min drive
- Top Of The Hill Grille - 20 min drive
- China Village - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Josh Rose
Welcome to our lake house. Life is Short, Eat The Cookie!
Eat The Cookie is not only a fun motto, it holds a special meaning in our family. Our family had always wanted a lake house or a ski house, or somewhere where we could get away for the weekend. But a week before Thanksgiving in 2016, my wife, Randi, was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. That plan was put on hold.
As Randi was going through treatment, she told her doctors that she couldn't control what was going on with the cancer in her body, but she could control what foods she put into her body and she wanted to try to eat as healthy as possible. Randi’s oncologist told us that she should certainly try to eat as healthy as possible, but if it makes you happy, eat the cookie.
That became our motto of how we lived life!
Sadly, Randi passed away in August 2017 after a short 8.5 month battle. I was a widower at 42 years old with a 10 year old boy named Alex, and a 7 year old girl named Cameron.
When something bad happens, the saying is “at least we have our health”. But when our health is taken from us, it really puts life in perspective. If you’ve been thinking about buying that convertible, buy it! If you’ve been thinking of taking that vacation, take it! If you’ve been thinking of doing something for a while, but keep putting it off, don’t put it off any longer. Life is short, Eat The Cookie!
In August 2023, Alex, Cameron, and I ate the cookie and finally purchased this lake house. This is our happy place and now we get to share it with you. You've already taken your first step in Eating the Cookie by booking this house. I hope you have a great vacation!
Please let us know if we can do anything for you while you are here. And if you have any questions (or problems with the house), please don't hesitate to reach out at any time.
Enjoy your time here! And while you are here and after you leave, don't forget to Eat The Cookie!
Josh, Alex, and Cameron Rose
Eat The Cookie is not only a fun motto, it holds a special meaning in our family. Our family had always wanted a lake house or a ski house, or somewhere where we could get away for the weekend. But a week before Thanksgiving in 2016, my wife, Randi, was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. That plan was put on hold.
As Randi was going through treatment, she told her doctors that she couldn't control what was going on with the cancer in her body, but she could control what foods she put into her body and she wanted to try to eat as healthy as possible. Randi’s oncologist told us that she should certainly try to eat as healthy as possible, but if it makes you happy, eat the cookie.
That became our motto of how we lived life!
Sadly, Randi passed away in August 2017 after a short 8.5 month battle. I was a widower at 42 years old with a 10 year old boy named Alex, and a 7 year old girl named Cameron.
When something bad happens, the saying is “at least we have our health”. But when our health is taken from us, it really puts life in perspective. If you’ve been thinking about buying that convertible, buy it! If you’ve been thinking of taking that vacation, take it! If you’ve been thinking of doing something for a while, but keep putting it off, don’t put it off any longer. Life is short, Eat The Cookie!
In August 2023, Alex, Cameron, and I ate the cookie and finally purchased this lake house. This is our happy place and now we get to share it with you. You've already taken your first step in Eating the Cookie by booking this house. I hope you have a great vacation!
Please let us know if we can do anything for you while you are here. And if you have any questions (or problems with the house), please don't hesitate to reach out at any time.
Enjoy your time here! And while you are here and after you leave, don't forget to Eat The Cookie!
Josh, Alex, and Cameron Rose
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