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Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Lake Life on Sheepscot Lake!
"Eight Is Enough" is derived from our 5 kids+2 parents+1 dog. All Mainers!
3 parking spaces in front of cottage.
Plenty of privacy from neighbors provided by nature.
Large screened-in back porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Palermo, ME
  • Place, St George Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Saint George State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Liberty Tool Company
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Angler's Cove

1 Queen Bed

Coleman Camper

1 Double Bed

Moose Crossing

3 Single Beds

The Boat House

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island

'Eight Is Enough' is the perfect getaway for couples as well as families with children. Stay a week or rent the month (or longer!) if you are a 'snow bird' summering in Maine. During the day, kayak, swim, fish, or just sit on the dock and relax. At night, make s'mores by waters edge, view the Big Dipper from the dock, and listen to the calming sounds of loons and crickets. Dirt roads provide great morning walks or bike rides. Fill your fridge with groceries from notorious Tobey's Market, just 5 miles away. High speed internet, smart TV, DVD's, and board games for entertainment in case of a rainy day.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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

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 and a first aid kit
Property # 669347vb

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Palermo

Located in Palermo, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Savage Oakes Vineyard and Winery and Camden Snow Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maine State Museum and Kennebec Ice Arena. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Palermo, ME

What's nearby

  • St George Lake - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Lake Saint George State Park - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Liberty Tool Company - 16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Augusta Civic Center - 35 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Belfast Harbor - 36 min drive - 49.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lori's Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake St George Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mainely Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Mesa - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Maine Summer Lake House on Bald Head Island located?

Located in the heart of Palermo, this cottage is 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from St George Lake and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Lake Saint George State Park. St. George River and Lovejoy Pond are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Quiet setting on a beautiful lake

Our family of four had a wonderful time. The lake was warm and the cabin is fantastic. We had everything we needed at the house to enjoy our time there. Plenty of room for everyone to stretch out and relax. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board. Perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

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

Tranquility in a Beautiful Setting

“8 is Enough” was well furnished and had comfortable beds and was well appointed and felt “homey”. It is well located on the lake with a wonderful swim platform and dock. There are multiple fire pits and a perfect screened in porch. The Gleason’s were very accommodating and communicative owners and our trip was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Fantastic Lake Front Cottage

This cottage was just what my wife and I were looking for, a peaceful quiet getaway on a beautiful Maine lake. The water here is so clean that you use it to shower. The cottage had everything we needed for a worry free visit. Early morning sunrises, listening to the loons, moonlit nights, kayaking etc............. it was exactly what we needed. We hated to leave and we look forward to our next visit. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful cottage.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheepscot L., Palermo, Maine

Perfect Vacation Place

"Eight is Enough" is the perfect vacation place. My family spent a week there in June. With the layout of the house, there was plenty of room to spread out and not feel cramped. Of course the lake and the dock were big hits. The kids loved fishing on the dock and my nephew loved kayaking. After leaving the hot and humid weather in NC, we spent a lot of time just chilling on the dock and enjoying the beautiful Maine weather. The location of the house was great for day trips. This was the first visit to Maine for us so it was wonderful to be able to explore several towns within a short driving distance. The owner, Keith provided us with all the information we needed for check-in and was great to answer any questions. It was a great vacation week! Louise G.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

Amazing retreat on a tranquil lake!

We just returned from our week-long trip at Eight is Enough and couldn’t be happier with our stay. Upon arrival we were immediately impressed-the house was immaculate, the view was stunning and the lake was crystal clear! We had our two little boys with us, aged 3 and 7. They also felt right at home as the house feels quite comfortable. They loved bunking up together in the “Moose Crossing” room and playing in the coves of the “Bear Cave” unearthing old toys from the Gleason kids’ past. The fishing was perfect for our two boys as they didn’t need much patience before something was tugging on the line. We enjoyed canoeing to the beaver damn and to Survivor Island for a pirate’s treasure hunt. We saw plenty of loons and even had a bald eagle sweep down as we lounged on the dock-just amazing! It was hard to leave the lake, but on a rainy day we went to Augusta’s movie theatre which had spacious recliner chairs. Kids loved it. We also headed to Camden for the Mount Megunticook hike and lobster rolls and cold beers at The Waterfront afterwards. They boys loved waving at the big boats as they went by. Belfast was also only an hour away and we loved picking our own lobsters at Young’s Lobster Pound-and we got to bring our own beer to boot! The owner, Keith, was attentive and quickly and patiently replied at all my questions...and I had a lot! :) We would not hesitate to recommend this peaceful, relaxing, and fun retreat to any of our friends and family! Enjoy! You will not be disappointed!

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

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

Heavenly lake, lovely house!

The location of the property is excellent. Great overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

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

Great Fall trip for our Family

We had such a nice time staying here. It was perfect for our fall getaway! Beautiful foliage, crisp evenings, and plenty to keep us busy with the canoes and kayaks. Even the cold couldn't stop my kids from daring each other to go swimming, and jumping off the dock til their teeth chattered. The house is immaculate, and the kitchen well-stocked for cooking. It's plenty close to convenience stores and towns. I can only imagine how wonderful it would be in the summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz B., Richmond, Va

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

Gorgeous Fall Getaway

We have been dreaming of Maine in the fall for years, but with school aged kids it’s been a difficult trip to plan. One of the silver linings of 2020 and COVID is that the kids are doing virtual learning and we were able to take them with us to Maine. The cabin is incredibly comfortable and when we walked in the first day the view from the Lakeside Lounge and the Glamping kitchen took our breath away! Our son loved kayaking and just about everything about our stay. Keith is an amazing host and was very responsive if we needed anything at all. Due to the recent drought there was a slight problem with the pump sending water from the lake up to the house. Keith was coincidentally in Maine this past week and was at the Lakehouse within 30 minutes and fixed it. He also treated the whole family to lobster dinner for our very slight inconvenience. He sure puts his guest’s satisfaction at a high priority! Thanks Keith and Heather for sharing this beautiful place with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Peaceful oasis.

After our plans to travel to Ireland had to be scratched this Summer. We decided to spend a week in Maine and were extremely lucky to get to stay at Eight is Enough's cottage at Sheepscot Lake. Keith is the most accommodating and helpful host that anyone could imagine. The house is charming, steps to the lake with the cleanest possible water, the location couldn't be any better so peaceful, quiet and tranquil. It's fully equipped with everything you would and need. We caught so may fish loved listening to the loons, the sunsets were amazing I really could go on for days. To top it off we saw a hummingbird as we were leaving the house on our last day and for me that was the icing on the cake as its my favorite bird. So happy our family got to spend quality time together at the most amazing location. Thank you Eight is Enough for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emilie G.

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

Quintessential Maine Camp

After our out-of-state travel plans had to be cancelled, we looked to our home state for a replacement vacation. We were so glad to have found Eight is Enough and Sheepscot Pond. We had never been to a camp in Maine before, but from all I have heard about them, this is exactly what I pictured. The house itself was perfect for our two boys (ages 9 and 5). We really appreciated the little details for the kids like the step stool in the bathroom, plenty of games, and the little beach with a sand box. The lake was warm and clean and we all enjoyed swimming, fishing, and catching glimpses of the loons. The photos in the listing were completely accurate and in some cases don't do the place justice. Keith, the owner, was very responsive and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a true Maine camp experience. We certainly hope to go back again some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

Maine the Way Lake Should Be

My family stayed at this rental and we loved everything about it. We plan to be back again again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Unplug from it all and Plug into what matters most.

We live busy lives. Our kids range from 9 to 23. Finding something to suit all of us was going to be a challenge. We wanted a vacation to unplug from schedules, work and wifi! To take in time with family, friends and the beautiful outdoors. No traffic, No internet, No beaches, No crowds! That's exactly what we got. The sun shined upon us on the dock every day. The loons called out and the refreshing lake was inviting. The swimming, fishing, boating, fires with s'mores. I could go on. But most importantly we got to plug in to what matters. Family time. In an environment that made it easy to do. It was a prescription that was filled, so to say. Thank you Maine! Thank you to the Cottage Eight is Enough on Sheepscot that provided EXACTLY what our family needed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

An at-home feel camp with endless opportunities for memories.

I knew it was going to be a great stay when I turned down the road and my child said "Mama... I'm getting really excited!" And covered her mouth, let out a shriek, and eyes sparkled. We will remember our stay at Eight is Enough for the rest of our lives. It is where our 2.5 year old first rode in a canoe, singing "row, row, row, your boat...". It is where she caught her first fish (and was so concerned it was out of the water). It is where she and I shared a first- kayaks! Our family of three enjoyed every moment possible. Keith and Heather have the camp neat, tidy, clean, and set up kid friendly (step stools and gates included!). We are Maine locals, who coincidently live on a lake road, and hope to make this a summer occurrence. There is nothing like saying "good morning" and "good night" to a lake. A couple of side notes: 1- The lakefront is rock, not sand, so leave the sand toys at home! It made me extremely nervous upon arrival but our toddler did fine! 2- Don't just bring one size sheets. You may find you like firmness of a different bed (so! Many choices!)!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Lovely place, second year renting

Really lovely place with a responsive and communicative owner. Southern exposure makes for a good long day on the water. My second year renting this same place with my kids - and nice personal watercraft for us to use to explore the lake and catch some fish. You won't be disappointed!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Perfect week on the lake with family

A lovely and well appointed lake house, appointed with children in mind. Comfortable and just the right amount of rustic with creature comforts built in. Well maintained and clean. The owner is responsive, communicative, and friendly. My favorite room is the screened-in porch. Perfect for morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. Enough room for the kids, but privacy for everybody. Swim dock with slide was a hit - and not just for the kids! ;) I've rented many cabins over the years, and this was my favorite.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra W.

Perfect in every way

A beautiful and spacious lake house located on the perfect lake for my family. It's equipped with everything you could possibly need. On our first day the boiler broke which was a bummer - but despite being on his own vacation with this family in NH, Keith responded to our call within hours and had a plumber over to fix it with in an hour. This was on a Sunday night too! So we were very grateful and impressed with his response. If you plan to rent on Sheepscott and like the afternoon sun, I can't think of a better house. Just don't rent in early August as that is when we will be renting every year!! :-)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John and Deb S.

wow! perfect!

I just spent last week at Eight is Enough with my grown children, grandchild and my niece and her family. We are still talking about how wonderful EVERYTHING was. A large part of the excellent experience goes to Keith being an exceptional host and incredibly accommodating and easy to work with. The camp and facilities are perfect for relaxing and having all types of options if you want to be more active, with the swimming raft and boats. Finally, i want to again thank Keith for taking such good care of every detail including ordering perfect weather for the week! If and when we do a camp rental again, Eight is Enough will be our first choice. thank you Keith and family! John Soifer
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Fun and relaxation on the lake

We arrived from Switzerland to this gorgeous corner on the water in the woods of central Maine. Gracious, generous and uncomplicated hosts, very well stocked cabin with everything we needed and more, lots of room to play, swim, kayak, and fish. Would come again in a heartbeat!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A Summer's dream for all

A perfect lakeside cabin on Bald Head Island. Getting to experience kayaking, tubing, water skiing with the kids was unforgettable. The sunsets with the loons calling, roasting s'mores and a glass of wine. It doesn't get any better than this. Thank you Eight is Enough for being just what our family needed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Perfect Lakeside Retreat

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Eight is Enough - the house is beautifully furnished and well-equipped to ensure a fun and relaxing stay. The property itself is amazing, with several different areas to relax - including a lakeside fire pit. The lake is beautiful and perfect for swimming and kayaking. The owners are incredibly friendly and communicative, and we will definitely look forward to our next stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Worth it

A true Maine summer cottage feel, although most of time was spent enjoying the dock and floating dock, especially kids who used the kid slide. Little ones just played for hours on flat rock shoreline. Thanks for use of your kayaks, we explored the cove. Loons swam right near us....priceless memories.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie B.

Great Getaway

My daughter and I spent a week at "Eight is Enough" late June. We loved the quaintness of the camp, especially the screen porch, our favorite space. Very spacious, with plenty of sleeping quarters. The natural ledge landscaping down to the water is immaculate. My daughter spent most of her time in the LL Bean Hammock, which overlooks the lake. Kitchen had all the pots/pans/plates etc for in cabin cooking. The cove was quiet all week, only a few boats in and out. No landline phone, no cable, no data wifi was actually a benefit....so we could unplug. (That said, cell reception was fine). Hope we can find time to come back again. M. Bragg
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A true Maine Lake experie

The cottage is adorable. It had everything we needed. The lake is beautiful. Its quiet and not crowded at all. The trip up the river is a must by kayak. The bald eagles were teaching their young how to fly. I'll never get that image out of my head. My favorite moment is sunset and listening to the loons. A little treasure.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Large and Comfortable

This property is easy to get to. Once there you won't want to leave. Large, comfortable open concept kitchen, dining, sitting area. The screened-in area adjacent to the sitting area is a great spot to listen to loons and relax with your favorite beverage in the early evening. Lake is clean and quiet. Plan to return as soon as possible!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, serene lake stay

Exactly what we wanted...peaceful, relaxing getaway. VERY quiet lake, no major power boats. Almost seemed like we were only ones in the cove. Adirondack chairs on dock was all we needed. Charming cottage. Be Back next year! PS kayaks and canoes and nice bonus.

About the host

Hosted by Keith and Heather Gleason

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Mainers for 40 years with 5 kids who love lake life!

Why they chose this property

Beautiful, calm, clean, and quiet place to spend summer days!

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