Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River - Hanover

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6148 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Hanover, ME

Howard Pond1 min walk
Sunday River15 min drive
Sunday River19 min drive
Berlin, NH (BML-Berlin Municipal)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River

The House on the Hill will not be available for reservations January-July 2024 because of restorations due to a plumbing leak. Check back with us for Summer reservations.

This charming private retreat is nestled among Maples, Birches, and Firs with a view of Howard Pond. The tastefully decorated three-bedroom, two-bath cottage sleeps six with two queen beds and two twin beds. The inviting open living/dining/kitchen features a vaulted cathedral ceiling with roof windows that allow light to fill the home. The 6' pine dining table accommodates everyone.

The primary suite with the adjoining loft living area is located on the second floor. The pine paneling, cabinets, and pine wood floors add to the warmth and ambiance of this Maine woods retreat. There will be the slightest sigh (ahh) of approval and excitement as you enter this gracious, welcoming environment. This is a place that can restore your soul. After a day full of activity, you can sit by the fire and watch the leaves or the snowflakes fall. Relax and while away the hours in the rocking chairs on the 8'wide farmers' porch that spans the front of the house.

Howard Pond is a pristine Maine pond that prohibits noisy watercraft and is home to a loon family. There is a public swimming area and a dock near the dam. Adventurous hiking --including the Appalachian Trail & other hikes in the White mountains-- and quiet walks are just outside your door. You may even see a moose!

Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling is all within 10 or 15 minutes of the house.

The Sunday River Golf Club is one of the premier courses in New England. The Bethel Inn and Country Club also provides a challenging 18-hole course.

Minutes away from the Androscoggin River, canoeing, kayaking, and guided trips are within easy access.

Keywords: skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, golfing, house, canoeing, hiking, swimming, fishing, relaxing, private, romantic, non-smoking, charming, cottage

Property manager

Anne Wheeler

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Perfect place to relax with family & friends at The Maine Country House.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Children over the age of 9 are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cancelation 30 days prior to arrival for the following holiday reservations receive no refund: Dec. 22 to Jan 2; NE Feb Vacation; July 1st to 5th.

Tampering with any electronic/wifi equipment without the written permission of the owner will result in the loss of your entire $300 security deposit.

A complete list of the House Rules are a part of the Rental Agreement

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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hanover

Located in Hanover, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Lovejoy Bridge and Dr. Moses Mason House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sunday River and White Cap Ski Lift. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hanover, ME

What's nearby

Howard Pond - 1 min walk
Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk - 9 min drive
Sunday River - 15 min drive
Sunday River - 19 min drive
Mt. Abram - 28 min drive

Restaurants

Sunday River Brewing Company - 15 min drive
Matterhorn Ski Bar - 18 min drive
Puzzle Mountain Bakery - 17 min drive
Gone Loco Cafe - 14 min drive
Bluebird - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Private Vacation Home - 15 Minutes to Sunday River located?

This family-friendly Hanover holiday home is located on the riverfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Howard Pond and Androscoggin River. Sunday River and Androscoggin Brunswick-Topsham Riverwalk are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

22 Aug 2023

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

House on the Hill

A beautiful house in a beautiful location. Felt right at home and so close to the pond and hiking. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

1 Aug 2023

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

Grea

We really enjoyed our stay at the ‘House on the Hill.’ There was every amenity available and the location offered much needed peace and solitude. The kids really enjoyed swimming at Howard Pond. We would definitely rent again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

31 July 2023

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

Fantastic house!

We had such a great time staying at the “House on the hill”! We spent most of our time sitting on the porch, or in the water at the pond. The house has everything you could ever want or need. We had a bad storm one night and lost power, but the owner communicated immediately when it would be back on, and where the lanterns and batteries were, incase they were needed. We would absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianela G.

23 July 2023

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

Perfect week at the lake!!

We absolutely loved this house!! The property was perfect to stay and we had everything we needed - with every detail thought through for comfort. Thank you so much Anne, we are already looking forward to next year!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

25 Sept 2022

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

Came to area for a wedding. Property so nice will come back for a vacation.

Property is very well maintained. Beds are so comfortable! Enjoyed coffee on porch. A plus rating.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anne Wheeler

As a native Texan, my first visit to Maine was in the fall in the late 1980's. I was fortunate enough to stay with friends on Howard Pond and I fell in love with the place. For several years, I would return in the fall to this place that literally restored my soul... walking in the woods, listening to the loons and being surrounded by nature...very different from my 'city life' in Austin, Texas. One year when I got off the plane in Portland, I wondered to myself if I could possibly find a place of my own in this part of the world. It took a couple of years to find the land, hire the builder and take on such a project long distance. In 1995 construction was complete and I walked into the House on the Hill and fell in love all over again. Please be my guest..enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Sunday River, skating on the pond, walking in the woods or swimming and fishing in the summer or just relaxing by the fire or rocking away the hours on the porch.

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

I love to walk in the woods in every season of the year. In the fall, I am convinced that there is no more spectacular fall folage anywhere in the world than in the Western Mountains of Maine on Howard Pond. It is great fun to have this house as a base and travel around the state and into New Hampshire and Vermont for day trips or take a couple of days and travel to the Maine coast. There are great skiing, hiking, canoeing, biking and antiquing adventures within minutes of the house. And, of course, swimming in the pond in the summer. When the pond freezes, it is great fun to skate on that open frozen expanse of water. And, there is nothing like snowshoeing in the woods or on the trails at Sunday River or the Bethel Inn and Country Club where you can also cross-country ski. My family loves the friendly and relaxed atmosphere at on the mountain. Bethel is truly a quaint New England village and has some lovely places to dine. The area is noted for the many hiking trails from level walking trails to the challenging terrain. The House on the Hill is a perfect spot to embark on an adventure or to retreat and curl up with a book.