Summers in Maine.... Whip O'Will Lake House on Sabbathday Lake in New Gloucester Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Summers in Maine....Whip O'Will Lake House on Sabbathday Lake in New Gloucester pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Summers in Maine....Whip O'Will Lake House on Sabbathday Lake in New Gloucester located?

Located in New Gloucester, this beachfront vacation home is next to a golf course, steps from Sabbathday Lake, and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Maine Wildlife Park. Spring Meadows Golf Course and Poland Spring Preservation Society Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

24 July 2025

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We had a perfect extended family getaway by the lake. The sandy beach, dock and paddle gear made our stay so much fun! The in-law apartment worked out great to give us all space while still being so close.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y.

18 September 2022

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We had a great time. Peter is phenomenal!!

Beautiful property!! Had everything we needed and then done!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

27 June 2020

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Great memories, fantastic weather!

We had a wonderful time, the place was perfect for us. The weather was fantastic and Peter was a very gracious host. We hope to rent it next year! The lake is beautiful and quiet. Some of our favorite times were paddle boarding and kayaking.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

29 June 2021

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Relaxing vacation

Had a great week on Sabbathday Lake. The house was very clean and Peter was responsive when we had any questions. The lake was perfect to kayak, fish and paddleboard. The beach was clean. It was a good location to stay and travel around the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Amelia C.

18 October 2017

Excellent!!!!

House was perfect for our party, easy to make home cooked meals and grilling! Beautiful beach and view of Sabbathday Lake! Will definitely return if ever in the area again!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Ponce Inlet, FL

11 August 2019

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The Best Maine Lake House!

This lakefront property is AMAZING! The property is impeccably cared for by Peter, the most responsive, attentive owner we’ve rented from. It’s everything you could imagine and more for your Maine lake experience. Book now, you won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

19 June 2022

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Just... Fabulous!

What a glorious place. Warm water, beach, northern view for incredible sunsets. And Peter, our host, couldn't have been more gracious and helpful. Five stars throughout!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin K.

23 October 2017

Clean, hip, serene.

It was a wonderful stay at Peters property. His communication was top notch. We really couldn’t be happier with the place, as it greatly exceeded our expectations. Being right on the lake at this time of year was simply wonderful. Every detail was thought about and if we are every back in the area, we will definitely look this property up.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

8 September 2024

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Excellent lake front house

My wife and two daughters just finished our weekend stay and we had an absolute blast. The beach and dock were excellent. There were plenty of water toys and the water is crystal clear. The grocery store is close, the Maine Wildlife park is just down the road, and it's not far off I95 so it made for a pretty great weekend getaway. We will hopefully be back next summer. Thank you Peter!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenn R.

25 June 2018

A little piece of paradise

This cozy and stylish lakeside house has everything you need. It's beautifully and comfortably furnished and well stocked with all the necessities. The lake, just steps from the house, has a paddle boat, canoe, and paddle boards. The Shaker Village a few minutes' drive away is fascinating. Can't wait to visit again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J., GLEN ARM

19 August 2018

Well provisioned, comfortable, wonderful location

We had a wonderful time. The cottage is very comfortable and the lake is very close. I had to drag the kids out of the lake most days. Great location close to Portland, Freeport, the western mountains, etc. Clearly the owner understands what people want in a vacation place and he has provided it. Thanks for a great two weeks.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

20 June 2019

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Everything you could possibly need for the perfect Maine vacation!

This property exceeded our expectations; the cottage has all the amenities, and the lake view was amazing! The owner, Peter, was so kind to check in with us after we first arrived to ensure that we had everything we needed...really appreciated that personal touch! Our only regret is that we did not have an opportunity to use the wonderful outdoor space the owner has created for guests as we were constantly "on the go" with local family. We would definitely rent this cottage again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elisha D.

21 July 2018

Beautiful House!

This house is absolutely beautiful, well maintained, clean, and stocked better than any other rental house we have ever stayed in! The owner, Peter, lives close by and is very welcoming and at the ready to help should you need anything; he really made us feel like family during our stay. One night we were going to grill and the propane tank ran out; Peter came by with a new tank in no time and we were on our way to enjoying burgers. We are looking forward to the chance to stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R., Lake Havasu City,AZ

16 September 2018

Beautiful & Peaceful Lake House

This is an incredible property if you are lucky enough to be in the area. The house is cozy and well stocked with all the comforts of home. The view from both units is gorgeous. The beach access is large with plenty of room to hang out or partake in many water activities, which the owner has provided. The location is nice and quiet. We had a hard time leaving! Peter the owner is very friendly and accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ken D.

19 August 2023

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Peacefull vacation

Very clean and well supplied with everything needed for a relaxing week. The owner was available for questions when needed, but was not at all intrusive. The dock was not available due to the excessive rain, but Peter made arrangements with a neighbor to use their dock for our boat. Very nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Margie B.

6 July 2018

This a beautiful property on a clean, quiet lake.

Peter’s property is nicely updated with tasteful decor and is well stocked with everything you could need; from kitchen supplies, to beach towels, even beach toys for the kids. The lake is clean and quiet and the beach in front of the property is large and great for kids to play on. We enjoyed multiple meals with our large extended family on the outdoor eating spaces. Having a grill to use was awesome. Peter was attentive to all our needs. Thank you Peter for an amazing vacation spot!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

11 July 2020

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Peter/Maine

My family and myself had a wonderful time. A very relaxing vacation no hustle and bustle just kicking back... Lake water clean and refreshing Sandy beach and house very clean. The owner Peter lives a few houses down and is assessable. Always there if you needed something or had any questions and a great person. We rebooked for next year and can’t wait !!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

26 June 2019

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PEACE!!

Total relaxation! This was our first trip to Maine to visit my brother and his family—I can now see why they are so in love with this state! The view from this house overlooking the lake will put anyone at complete peace. Sit outside, enjoy watching the kids use the provided life jackets, paddle boards, 2 person paddle boat, kayak and canoe while taking in the breathtaking scenery. Thank you Peter for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Hermosa Beach, CA

11 September 2017

Wonderful summer stay!

Peter was very responsive and easy to work with. The house was clean and well kept. The downstairs studio was a plus. Peter also gave a lot of thought into the supplies within the house and outside. He had firewood, candles, insect candle, water bucket to wash your feet off before entering the house, water tubes, everything for the kitchen and bath. It was a wonderful stay and it would be my pick again for years to come.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne G.

31 August 2023

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Family Vacation

We booked this site because of the lake, the location to Portland and golf courses, and the ability to bring our dogs. We were blessed that all 3 of our adult children got the time off, we were all together with my 90 year old Mom. The house was perfect, we loved spending the whole day in the lake, Peter supplies the paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, and a paddle boat. The setting was amazing, and our son proposed to his girlfriend on the dock in front of our family!!! It was a perfect week in the perfect spot, we will be coming back for sure!!!!! Thank You Peter for such an amazing location for our momentous event!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

13 August 2023

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Wonderful week on the lake in August

Peter is a great host. The lake is lovely and clean. Getting into the water is gradual and sandy, which made it easy for our grandkids to walk in and play where it's shallow or jump in off the dock. They loved swimming to the floating dock. Lots of chairs for sitting by the lake plus kayaks, canoes and paddle boards. The house is as described and very comfortable. The separate "apartment" below the main house worked well for our two families. We had a great time. Thank you, Peter.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Ponce Inlet, FL

2 September 2018

Amazing

The house, AMAZING, the view, AMAZING, the owner, AMAZING! You get the point......The house was very clean and modern and had everything that you would need. The beach was perfect and use of the kayaks, paddle boards, and paddle boat were a great addition. We’ve rented many homes and never found an owner that was as attentive and responsive as Peter was. We’ll be booking with Peter again for sure.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Magda R.

2 October 2017

Laid-back yet stylish home away from home

If it weren't for the lure of the lake steps away from the front door, I'd never want to leave this beautiful and comfortable house. The open-plan kitchen/living/dining area offers an uninterrupted view of the beautiful scenery outside. The fully equipped kitchen makes cooking a pleasure. Indoors there are Wi-fi and a large TV; outdoor pleasures include a deck with a grill, and down on the beach are a fire pit, floating dock, paddle boat, and canoe. The house was immaculate and the bed was super comfortable. A trip to the Shaker Village 10 minutes away was fascinating. Portland and the Freeport outlets are an easy drive. Can't wait to return!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

1 July 2023

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Loved our first trip to Maine!

I stayed at this house with my mom, dad and adult daughter. There was plenty of room for all of us to spread out and enjoy the week. The house itself had everything we needed and then some! While we didn’t have the best of weather, we thoroughly enjoyed time on the dock, in the paddle boat and kayak, and the beach. We could have easily stayed another week and loved every day. We drove to Freeport for shopping, Portland and Cape Elizabeth for sightseeing and Boothbay Harbor area for the botanical gardens and a whale watching excursion. Everything was a bit of a drive from the house but I knew that before booking. We wanted to see Maine and all the different countrysides so this location ended up being perfect for us! Thank you for opening your house up to us so we could experience Maine together. Memories were made that will last a lifetime ❤️

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

24 July 2025

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We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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