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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake with trees and a wooden gazebo structure. - Charming Lakeside Retreat (Bridgton)
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wicker chairs, a wooden table, and a television on a wooden shelf above the fireplace. - Charming Lakeside Retreat (Bridgton)
A rustic cabin with a gravel path leading to it, surrounded by trees and rocks. - Charming Lakeside Retreat (Bridgton)
A rustic cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a porch and large windows. - Charming Lakeside Retreat (Bridgton)
A wooden dining room with a large table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a cabinet with plates. - Charming Lakeside Retreat (Bridgton)
Nestled on Long Lake's shoreline in North Bridgton, Maine, Good Cheer Cottage offers a charming retreat. Unwind by the stone fireplace or relax on the fabulous front porch with games and cold beverages. This 100+ year old cottage features an open concept living area with plenty of seating, wireless internet, and air conditioning for comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Charming Lakeside Retreat

  • Good Cheer Cottage is located in North Bridgton, Maine, sited directly on Long Lake with 200' of lake frontage. This charming 100+ year old cottage was completely updated in 2019 with all the amenities you want for your summer vacation on the water. At the end of the day, the fabulous front porch will beckon you for hours of games, conversation, and cold beverages.

    Anchored by a stone fireplace, the Austrian inspired wood paneled main rooms are open concept and comfortable with plenty of seating. The dining room has a table for 6 persons and the living room has a sofa, two rocking chairs, a lounge chair and a large built in window seat.

    Good Cheer has 3 bedrooms, 2 queen beds and 1 king bed. There is 1 bath on the first floor with a new subway tiled shower and a half bath on the second floor. The new kitchen is fully applianced and outfitted. Other amenities include wireless internet; air conditioning; gas grill; use of canoe; fire pit; washer and dryer; TV with streaming through Chromecast. The waterfront has a dock with boat tie-up and a small sandy bottomed swimming area, perfect young children.

    PLEASE NOTE: We are accepting Friday to Friday bookings during the summer. If you try to book a Saturday to Saturday stay, it will show up at not available, but may be only because of the check in day. TRY FRIDAY TO FRIDAY IN YOUR SEARCH AND YOU WILL GET A TRUE RESULT OF AVAILABILITY!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Maximum length of stay for guests is 2 weeks.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: May not be optimal for small children.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Bridgton, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Sebago Lake, while Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Center and Gallery 302 are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Narramissic Historic Farm and Steamboat Landing Mini Golf. Visit our Bridgton travel guide
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Bridgton, ME

What's nearby

  • A red building with an American flag, a dock with boats, and a forest in the background.
    Long Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a small blue cabin.
    Highland Lake
    5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • A calm lake at sunset with boats and a dock.
    Sebago Lake
    20 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Colorful buildings with a wooden fence and a calm body of water reflecting the structures.
    Story Land
    56 min drive - 74.1 km
  • Shawnee Peak
    15 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Queen's Head
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    6 min drive
  • Trailside Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Fluvial Brewing
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakeside Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakeside Retreat located?

This family-friendly Bridgton vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Long Lake, Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Center and Crystal Lake. Highland Lake is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Charming Lakeside Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Absolutely a Good Cheer Cottage!

We had a wonderful stay. Property, amenities, location were fantastic. There was nothing more that we could have possibly asked for and then some. We loved the house, the location and we spent so much time on the porch enjoying the views and relaxing. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Good Cheer Cottage is AWESOME!!!

We absolutely LOVED it!! The cottage has so much character and charm, the AC was KEY, the porch amazing!! So easy to tie up our boat and jet skis - super close to public launch. GREAT restaurants in area. Loved being able to wake up early and get the great still water for skiing and wakeboarding. The hosts of Good Cheer were absolutely AMAZING, HELPFUL, FRIENDLY, GENEROUS, and super fast responders!! I would HIGHLY recommend this cottage! GREAT FAMILY VACATION!! (We were lucky to have GORGEOUS summer weather!!)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Our family of 5 had a wonderful time at the Good Cheer cabin! It was quiet, the property was very nicely maintained, and the peaceful location on the lake was just what we needed. We cooked a lot during our week long trip and the kitchen had everything we needed. Kath was truly a pleasure to communicate with and she was very responsive. We experienced a couple of minor issues with an alarm battery and water occurred and she was right on it. Highly recommend and will come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

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

Relaxing vacation!

Lots of charm at Good Cheer! Lovely spot on the lake. We enjoyed sitting in the rocking chairs on the porch, watching the chipmunks play in the beautiful backyard. Easy to cook in the well-appointed kitchen. A/C was much appreciated on the mid-90s days. Kath was always quick to respond from the moment we booked. Had a small issue with a window at the start of our stay and she had someone over to fix it immediately. Overall, we had a great week!!! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

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

Relaxing retreat

Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay at Good Cheer. Property was exactly as posted and the neighbors were courteous and quiet. Hosts met us on arrival and we enjoyed meeting them face to face. We are so thankful we found this gem, and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimm W.

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

Charming and Relaxing

My two friends and I needed to take a break from work and the stress of what is happening in the news and aound pandemic. Good Cheer Cottage is just what the doctor ordered. Three bedrooms with wonderful mattresses, a well-stocked kitchen, a living room with a wood stove, and a fabulous roof covered porch looking over the lake where we spent much of our time. Our hosts were so attentive, easy to communicate with, and met us on arrival with a bottle of wine and some saltwater taffy, that was such a nice surprise. The new tiled shower on the first floor was a welcome addition and the large kitchen sink made preparing dinners easy. I would highly recommend staying at Good Cheer Cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M K.

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

A bit of paradise

My husband and I absolutely loved staying at Good Cheer Cottage. The cottage has an incredible history. Our family used to vacation on Long Lake Bridgton every summer at a family owned cottage close to Good Cheer and it was fabulous to be back on the lake. The cottage is so cozy and comfortable with amazing views of the lake. We enjoyed sitting on the porch overlooking the lake- very relaxing. Kathleen was amazing and very flexible with check in and out times to accommodate our schedule. Wonderful hosts who wanted to be sure we had a good time. The house has everything once could need including good air conditioning because it was hot. Lake was amazing - water very warm and clean. It was the most relaxing and wonderful vacation we have had in a long time. We can’t wait to go back. Thank you to our hosts.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

A relaxing week at Good Cheer Cottage

Our family of five (mom, dad, and three adult children) enjoyed a relaxing week at Good Cheer. The highlight of this cottage is its lovely porch with its beautiful view of the lake - great for meals, telework, reading and relaxation. The kitchen is brand new and nicely equipped. Kath was very responsive to our needs/questions both before and during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020