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. Bedrooms: - Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed - Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed - Bedroom 3 (Upstairs Loft): Four Twin beds The space 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. For those rainy days, we have a basement arcade featuring air hockey, foosball, pop-a-shot, skee ball, ping pong, and cornhole, or an array of vintage board games to keep you entertained. Bedrooms: - Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed - Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed - Bedroom 3 (Upstairs Loft): Four Twin 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, 2 kayaks, and 2 stand-up paddleboards for exploring the tranquil waters - Game room arcade including air hockey, foosball, pop-a-shot, skee ball, ping pong, and cornhole - Board games such as Monopoly, Sorry, Yahtzee, Chutes & Ladders, Connect Four, Clue, Candy Land, Scrabble, Life, Boggle, Playing Cards, Dice, Cards Against Humanity - Fire pit area for s'mores - High-speed Wi-Fi, Roku TV, and plenty of games for entertainment - Washer and dryer for your convenience - Exercise bike with video screen for scenic rides - Folding chairs provided for sitting around the fire pit 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: - Fishermen's Catch (Raymond) - Great lobster & lobster rolls - Deck House Tavern (Windham) - Great fish & chips, fish tacos, big beer list (Connected to Seacoast Adventure) - Portland Pie Company (Windham) - Great pizza - Bob's Seafood (Windham) - Great seafood - The Good Life Market (Raymond) - Great sandwiches, blueberry pies, grocery, wine, beer, and liquor - Queen’s Head Pub (Bridgeton) – Great short ribs - Freedom Café (Naples) – Dine inside or outside overlooking Long Lake - Captain Jack’s (Naples) – Dine inside or outside, often live music on the deck - Baxter Brewing Co. (Lewiston) - Great food and over 20 beers on tap. Full bar as well. Can't Forget Ice Cream: - The Mosquito (Raymond) - Great hard packed ice cream - The Ice Cream Dugout (Windham) - Great ice cream & soft serve - Lakeside Dairy Bar (Naples) – Great ice cream near Long Lake Nearby Gift Shops: - On The Docks (Windham) - great local Maine gifts! - Unsalted (Naples) - clothing and t-shirts. - Dog on the Porch - (Bridgeton) - local Maine gifts. Grocery Stores: - Hannaford (Windham) - Shaw's (Windham) - Walmart (Windham) - Hannaford (Gray) Notes: - Please no smoking or vaping of any kind allowed inside the house or inside the screened in porch! A $250 fee will be charged for any violation or if cigarette butts are found on the ground outside the house. This is strictly a non-smoking house - 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! Other things to note Summer 2025: June, July, August 3-night rentals - check in Friday 4-night rentals - check in Monday 7-night rentals - check in Friday or Monday (Weekends may seem blocked off in the calendar, but if you would like a rental that includes a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, please message us to see if they may be available to rent.)