Hidden inside a restored schoolhouse from around 1866 is a surprisingly bright, charming, and effortlessly bohemian space that’s brimming with design ideas to steal. (Think, layered rugs, a vintage world map used as a headboard, and heated brick floors—all housed, for the most part, in one big room.) Shapleigh Pond offers waterfront views, and in the peak seasons, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards are all available for renters looking to take advantage of this rental’s proximity to the lake.
Location: Shapleigh, Maine
Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Amenities: Washer, dryer, TV, record player, crib/travel crib/changing table available upon request, high chair, board games, indoor fireplace, coffee maker, fire pit, outdoor dining, hammock, kayaks, sun loungers, shared outdoor pool, private hot tub, pets allowed
This quaint log cabin is postcard New England, complete with mountain views and, of course, the requisite fire pit. It’s conveniently located near several ski resorts, breweries, and antique shops, with a screened-in porch for soaking in the sprawling vistas. It’s also great for the traveler in search of going off the grid. The home is fairly remote, and as there’s no television, unplugging is encouraged.
Location: West Paris, Maine
Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Amenities: Bathtub, washer, dryer, record player, Bluetooth sound system, travel crib, board games, indoor fireplace, coffee maker, fire pit, outdoor dining, hot tub, pet-friendly
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