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 holiday 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 miles (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y.

18 Sept 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

Suzanne K.

29 Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Ponce Inlet, FL

11 Aug 2019

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

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

Barbara J., GLEN ARM

19 Aug 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 Jun 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

Ken D.

19 Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

26 Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne G.

31 Aug 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 Aug 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

Jon B.

30 Jul 2025

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Beautiful property and view from the dining window. Location is magnificent. Wife, kids and myself loved the beach, kayaks, paddle boards, etc. Communication with Peter was excellent.We look forward to coming back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

24 Jul 2025

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We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

24 Jul 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

Derek H.

8 Sept 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

Kimberly B.

1 Jul 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

Julie R.

28 Jun 2023

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Great vacation spot

House had everything we needed and check in and out was easy. Lake was great for fishing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H., Lee, NH

22 Sept 2022

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Lakefront Canin

Excellent! Owner was very helpful and really appreciated the ability to bring my dogs.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

19 Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Cayce U.

23 Sept 2021

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Incredible spot!

What an amazing oasis. The house is very comfortable, well appointed and right on the beach! Peter was a gracious and responsive host. Lots of thoughtful touches, kindling and newspapers for s’more fires, buckets of water by the door to reduce the amount of sand one tracks in, etc. Perfect vacation. Highly recommended.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn F.

14 Sept 2021

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Fabulous stay on Sabbathday Lake!

We had a wonderful week at Peter’s rental on Sabbathday Lake! Lovely, well equipped rental—plentiful kitchen and cooking supplies. We were very happy and Peter was a gracious and lovely host. Great spot for kids with the nice sandy beach and lots of interesting things to do in the area! Would happily go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

4 Aug 2021

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Two Weeks on the lake

We chose this property for its proximity to a family member who owns a house on the lake, and we rented it for two weeks. This property is nicely landscaped and situated on the south end of Sabbathday Lake. A wall of windows in the living room provides a spectacular panoramic view of the lake and its surrounds. The water is shallow and crystal clear and just steps from the door. The kitchen is well appointed with a nice set of dishes and everything you need for cooking, even a good set of knives. The house has two separate entrances, which was perfect for the days our adult children visited - they used the studio apartment which afforded them privacy and their own bathroom. It is located near a main road, but the traffic on it is sparse. The owner is genuinely nice, lives nearby and was extremely responsive, including replacing a piece of furniture that didn't meet our needs.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

10 Jul 2021

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The Perfect Lakeside Experience!

Our host, Peter and his Assistant Petey were wonderful hosts! The have thought of everything and more when it comes to creature comforts and thoughtful things. Clean, comfortable, and well stocked. Beautiful sandy beach with fire pits and fully stocked with wood. Kayaks, canoes, paddle boat and boards. Stocked kitchen. New High end washer and dryer. The list goes on and on. We give this place a 10🌟

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

19 Jun 2021

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Highly recommend!

Wonderful property on peaceful lake with beautiful views and sunsets. Energetic adults enjoyed canoes and paddle boats. House great room modern and cozy. Loved mid century furniture and well stocked kitchen. Peter welcoming and we hope to return next year!

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

28 Sept 2020

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Lovely family get away

This is a great rental. It has everything you could want, very clean and everything is as it looks on the website. The beach area is wonderful and lots of great sand for children to play in. There are 6 paddle boards, 4 kayaks, 2 canoes, a paddle boat, fishing equipment and life jackets. Great for families that love the water.

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

14 Sept 2020

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Awesome view

Very clean, amazing view, my family had a great stay here. The beach area is shared but never crowded or more than a few people around when we stayed. The owner was friendly and available to help throughout our trip. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

14 Sept 2020

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

Great stay, wonderful owner

Have stayed at many vacation rentals and this one ranks near the top. Great, flexible owner, A+ cleanliness, super location. I had misread the description and thought the beach was private but it’s shared with the house next door. No issues at all, we still had the beach to ourselves, just good to know.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

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