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In the heart of Bethel, Ursa Major House offers a serene retreat amidst private wooded surroundings. Enjoy a game room, relax in the hot tub or by the fire pit with your loved ones and take advantage of air conditioning for year-round comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$1,176
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking.

Welcome to the Ursa Major House. This house was acquired in the spring of 2022. All furnishings and hot tub are brand new. Every bedroom has had a mini split unit installed, providing each room with heat and air-conditioning. The kitchen/living room also has a mini split unit. This system is additional to the baseboard heating system found throughout the home.

This 4 bedroom and 3 bath house with private wooded yard is your perfect year round getaway. Minutes away from Sunday River resort, Mt. Abrams, Bethel center, Cross country skiing, snowmobile and ATV trails. Amenities include a fully stocked kitchen mudroom, game room, hot tub, fire pit, 2 car garage and air conditioning.

This is one of the only properties in Bethel that comes with garage access. Guests will be provided with a virtual garage door opener via an app during their stay. I have had two full size trucks parked inside, so it is definitely large. Keep your vehicle out of the elements. No need to clean snow off of your car before heading off to the mountain to ski. 1-2 cars can be parked in the garage, depending on the size of the vehicles.

Distances to many local attractions:

2 miles to Bethel center - Groceries, Shops, Restaurants and much more.

8.7 miles to Sunday River

8.6 miles to Mt. Abrams

8/10th’s of a mile to the nearest snowmobile trail / ATV Trail

6.3 miles to Cross Country Ski Center

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

No Shoes in the house. This helps keeps floors and carpet especially cleaner.
No smoking in the house, Period!

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 area

Located in Bethel, this holiday home is in the mountains. Bethel Historical Society and Dr. Moses Mason House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Mountain National Forest and Bethel Hill Common. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Bethel travel guide
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Bethel, ME

What's nearby

  • Aerial view of colorful autumn foliage and scenic railroad tracks through a tranquil forest, Bethel, Maine, United States.
    Bethel Pathway
    7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bethel Historical Society
    6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dr. Moses Mason House
    6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bethel Hill Common
    6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Bethel Chamber of Commerce
    7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Local Hub
    11 min drive
  • Circle K
    10 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    8 min drive
  • Butcher Burger
    4 min drive
  • Breau's Too
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking.?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking. on 10 Mar 2026 start from NZ$1,176, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ursa Major House - Quiet family getaway, minutes from skiing, hiking, biking. located?

This family-friendly Bethel holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dr. Moses Mason House, Bethel Hill Common and Bethel Chamber of Commerce. Bethel Pathway and Androscoggin River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was lovely! Everything at the home was as described and pictured. Very clean. Communication with the host was seamless and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Fantastic place

We stayed here as a group of 9 friends for a ski weekend and this place was absolutely perfect for us. The house was extremely clean and a great size for our group. We loved the hot tub, living room setup and games in the house. Sunday River is only a 12 minute drive from the house. Trevor, the host, was wonderfully communicative and our check-in and check-out processes were very easy. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

GREAT family vacation place!

Stayed to ski with out family. House was very clean, well appointed, and Trevor is amazingly responsive. Trevor checked in several times while we were there and answered questions immediately. Great location for Sunday River and close to restaurants in Bethel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Perfect Bethel Get Away

House was just as advertised. Very well stocked with everything you need. Kids had a blast with all the games in the basement. Very nicely decorated home. Perfect location for going into downtown Bethel or skiing at Sunday River. Highly recommend! Host was very responsive with questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

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

Beautiful House

My family had a wonderful time in this house. The house is very well appointed, we loved the fact that towels were provided for use of the hot tub, this is never the case in most places. The house is decorated nicely and made us feel right at home. I highly recommend this property and I will definitely stay here again, Thank you Trevor.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Amazing stay!

We had a fantastic stay at Ursa Major House. The house was absolutely perfect for our two families with kids. House is well-appointed and stocked with all you need. As a bonus, the hot tub, kids game room, and fireplace were loved by all! Trevor the host was the most responsive host I have ever connected with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was everything and more than it was made out to be, couldn’t be happier. Everything in the house was quality. Privacy outside was great, very clean inside and out, you would never know it’s pet friendly. Very well stocked, plenty of towels, pots and pans, cooking oils and spices, toilet paper, board games and movies, internet is fast and water pressure was great. Heat pumps in every room. My only “complaint” would be that most of the doors were hard to open and close and it’s more of a personal preference but there is no tv’s in the bedrooms. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Very responsive

We happened to rent during a week of terrible storms and flooding. Under these extenuating circumstances, Trevor was supportive and helpful. The place is set up perfectly for a family and we would definitely go there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Christmas Ski Weekend

Perfect house for our family Christmas ski weekend and probably our best VRBO experience. The house was clean, fully stocked, and even decorated for Christmas. Trevor made sure we had everything we needed and quickly responded to our questions. The house was spacious and had large common areas for hanging out. The location was perfect for skiing at Sunday River and the hot tub was great for after a day on the slopes. The kids were kept busy with all the toys in the basement. The host has clearly put a lot of thought and effort into the rental to make sure guest have everything they need while there. Would 10/10 recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The communication was super easy. The house was clean and had plenty of room. The living-room was so cozy and loved the hot tub at the end of a long day. Close to beautiful hikes and great restaurants. Definitely would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean. Beds were comfortable. I liked that that the master bedroom had its own bathroom with a shower and also two more full bathrooms in the home. New technology for individual heating in bedrooms and living room. A warm gas fireplace was appreciated. Plenty of towels available and they smelled freshly laundered. Kitchen was well-appointed. All in all a great stay. TY.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zorian R.

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

Great house and vacation

House feels like new, owner is very helpful and it was a great stay for the family - kids loved the basketball and the arcade games. Owner was very helpful and nice. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

A very Nice House With a Great Owner

One of the nicest and well equipped VRBOs we have stayed in. The owner was easy to communicate with and very responsive. This house worked out great for a Sunday River ski weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail M.

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

Ski Weekend

Great property with a very responsive host. Everything was easy from check-in to check-out. House was very clean, comfy and well stocked. Kitchen is roomy. Fireplace is awesome. We had an excellent weekend. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

brian w.

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

Absolutely perfect

Trevor was a fantastic host and super accommodating. The house is stunning and comes fully stocked with everything you could think of. The locations was amazing as it’s 15 mins or less from Sunday river and even closer to town and stores. Definitely coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tory K.

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

Perfect Ski Vacation

We had a great stay at Trevor’s beautiful home. He was very attentive and answered any questions we had. The house was perfect for our two families. There was plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed. The hot tub and games were perfect for relaxing after skiing. We hope to go back and stay there again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet A.

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

Five stars PLUS

Great ski vacation with family. Trevor clearly put a lot of care and effort into designing and stocking the house- from games and entertainment to kitchen necessities and more! No detail was too small and nothing was neglected. We had plenty of room and everything we needed. Thanks for a great vacation and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Lovely stay close to Sunday river

Trevor was a great host - would definitely stay here again. I’ve been to my fair share of rentals and they tend to provide the bare minimum (exactly 2 trash bags, 1 roll of paper towel, 2 rolls of toilet paper)… but Trevor made sure everything was thought of! It made our trip so much easier knowing certain household items were available for us to use. The house was perfect and beautiful - well kept with a homey feeling. You can tell they care about the experience for guests. Trevor made himself very available for any questions we had. Overall we had a great time and would absolutely try to book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

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

Wonderful Stay

My family had a wonderful stay in this beautiful and comfortable home. There was more than enough space for all six of us and a few more would definitely work comfortably. Having four bedrooms and three full bathrooms was ideal. The kitchen was fully stocked with all of the pots and pans, dishes, glassware, utensils, and serving ware needed for cooking and serving, and all of the small appliances needed as well – Keurig, regular coffee maker, toaster oven, blender, etc. We were there on Christmas and were able to cook as easily as if we were at our own home. The home was decorated for Christmas as well which was a lovely touch. The game room in the basement was stocked with many board games for all ages. Downtown Bethel was just a few minutes down the road and there were restaurants / places for takeout there as well as in Newry / Sunday River area. After skiing at Sunday River, getting into the hot tub back at the house was perfect. The large mudroom was great for storing ski equipment and the gear dryer was awesome. Communication with the owner was easy and he was available quickly if we had a question. I would highly recommend staying here and would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space! Big living space around the fire place, and large dining room table to gather around. The kitchen was fully stocked with any utensil, appliance, and cookware you'll need. Plenty of large bathrooms and the four bedrooms were large and comfortable. The hot tub was hot and ready and lights that came on automatically made it a great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025