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Casco Maine Vacation Rentals Presents Listing #19644Single Family w/ 4 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 10
More Photos Of This Vacation Rental Below!!!! Email this listing to a friendVacation Rental Owner/ManagerName: Nancy HaleyVacation Rental DescriptionIf you want to experience life “as it should be,” to experience the brilliant colors of the sky at dawn, the trickling sounds of the lake lapping the shore, or the wonder of the sun rising out of a crystal clear lake, you’ll feel right at home at the Call of the Loon Cabin at Thompson Lake. The Call of the Loon cabin is located in the Lakes Region of Maine. Tucked between the Atlantic Ocean and the White Mountains, the Lakes Region of Maine earns its name from the more than 50 lakes scattered among green rolling hills. There are a multitude of activities to enjoy during the fall, winter, spring, and summer. Maine is a popular destination in the Fall. Leaf peepers flock to the area to get a first hand glimpse of the dramatic color transformation of the fall foliage from green to the brilliant colors of reds to orange to yellow. Foliage normally starts to change in mid to late September. It lasts well into October and typically “peaks” about October 10th. At this time of year vacationers can enjoy views of the foliage from just about anywhere. The vibrant landscape can be particularly enjoyable to look at while taking a scenic hike, riding a mountain bike, exploring the lake by boat, casting for fish, antiquing, apple picking, attending fall festivals, hunting, or just sitting on the deck gazing at the water. Winter is a particularly fun season in the lakes region of Maine for outdoor enthusiasts. The lakes become the playground of snowmobilers, fishermen, skiers, ATV enthusiasts and lots of others. The Lakes and ponds freeze over and by January are safe for all kinds of activity. Snowmobiles can be seen zipping around. Snow shoers forge a trail along the shore and across the lakes. Cross- country skiers find them a perfect arena for exercise. Skaters make use of the surface for fun. Fishing is also found in abundance. The ice fishing season opens January first and avid fisherman have their small shacks out for warming and cooking while they tend their traps. Skiing is also a popular winter attraction. Shawnee Peak Ski Resort, Mount Abram ski Resort, and Sunday River Ski Resort are all nearby and all offer fantastic downhill skiing opportunities. Cross country skiing can be enjoyed in the woods right outside of the cabin or if you prefer groomed trails from Carter’s X-Country Ski Center or Sunday River Ski Resort. From the first hint of Spring through the end of summer activity on Thompson Lake truly comes alive. This is considered peak season in the lakes region of Maine. Sights commonly seen on Thompson lake include groups of sailboats crisscrossing the lake captained by children learning to sail at one of the two camps on the lake, boats pulling a waterskier or someone out for a joy ride on a tube, canoers and kayakers exploring the shore, vacationers basking in the sun on docks or swim up floats, jetskiers skipping across the water, fisherman trolling the water, loons diving under the water, pontoon boats with groups of people enjoying a tour of the lake, and swimmers diving off of docks. If you are looking for that perfect romantic getaway or a vacation that is sure to please every member of your family, visit Call of the Loon cabin on Thompson Lake! Vacation Rental AmenitiesTelevision Telephone (local calls only) Washer/Dryer Deck Waterfront/Waterview DVD player and VCR Microwave Internet access Satellite television BBQ Gas Grill Heated 2 canoes 2 kayaks Ping pong Numerous games: cribbage, chess, scrabble, pictionary, stratego, etc. Activities and AttractionsThings to do (other than relaxing, reading a good book, swimming, napping in the hammock, enjoying the view, etc): FISHING: The fishing on Thompson Lake is great. Thompson Lake is 4,426 acres according to the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. It lies northeast of Sebago Lake with a maximum depth of 121 ft. It's about 12 miles long, and averages about 2 miles in width. The lake is stocked with fish. You will find Large and Small Mouth Bass, Lake Trout, Salmon, Pickrel, and many other species. BOATING: Canoes and kayaks are available at the cabin. If you choose to rent a motorized boat you can do so at the Thompson Lake marina. Among other things, pontoon boats are available at the marina for rent. This is a fun and relaxing way to see the entire lake. GOLFING: There are several golf courses in the area including Point Sebago golf course which offers 18 championship caliber holes, with a first class golf school and mesmerizing views. There are several other golf courses in the area as well. DOWN-HILL SKIING: Shawnee Peak Ski Resort, Mount Abram ski Resort, and Sunday River Ski Resort are all nearby and all offer fantastic downhill skiing opportunities. CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING: Cross-country skiing can be enjoyed in the woods surrounding the cabin or if you prefer groomed trails from Carter’s X-Country Ski Center or Sunday River Ski Resort. SNOWMOBILING: Snowmobile trails are accessible right from the cabin. The road that our cabin is on connects to a trail system that is maintained by the local snowmobile club. The trail network connects to the ITS (International Trail System) in Oxford, which is a half hour ride away. The local trails are multi-purpose trails for snowmobiles, hikers, and cross country skiers, so it is recommended to keep at a safe speed. The riding is very scenic, with very little traffic. There are many area lakes that interconnect with the trails. ICE FISHING: Ice fishing is a popular winter activity enjoyed by many on Thompson Lake as well as the surrounding area lakes. MOVIES: There are a few movie theatres in the area including a few drive-ins. AUTO RACING: Oxford Plains Speedway pffers all all kinds of races in the summer. SHOPPING: The towns of Freeport (known for its “outlet” shopping) and Portland offer great shopping and wonderful restaurants and lots to do and see. SONGO RIVER QUEEN: The Songo River Queen II is a replica of a Mississippi stern wheeler paddleboat. Boat trips run daily in the summer. OTHER: There are lot of other things to do including antiquing, hiking, biking, apple picking during the fall; enjoy fall foliage; day trips to other towns of interest in Maine, horse back riding, go- karts/mini golf, etc. You can call the local area chamber of commerce or search the internet for suggestions. Vacation Rental RatesFall 2007 to Spring 2008 (Saturday, September 10 through Saturday, June 17) Rates are as follows: Weekly rate: $1,250 3-night weekend rate: $695 (choice of Thursday or Sunday as third night stay) Holiday Weeks Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year's, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day Weekly rate: $1,500 Weekend rentals are not available during holiday weeks. Peak Summer Season (Saturday, June 17 to Saturday, September 10) Weekly rate: $2,500 per week Weekend rentals are not available during the peak season Lease deposit We require a 50% deposit to confirm your date and the balance is due at least 30 days prior to occupancy. State of Maine rental tax A 7% sales tax is applied to all rentals to be paid to the State of Maine. Cleaning fee and trash pick-up A $75 cleaning fee and a $10 trash pick-up fee are additional charges to all rentals.
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