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The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort...

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Property grounds
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Pool
Exterior
Outdoor dining
The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort... provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms3100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

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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.

The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort...

The Maine Experience is a premier family-friendly short-term rental property located in Sidney, Maine. Set on
expansive acreage surrounded by pristine lakes, forests, and open skies, the property offers spacious, upscale
accommodations designed to blend modern luxury with the natural beauty of Maine. Featuring premium amenities
such as a sparkling pool and expansive outdoor spaces, The Maine Experience caters to families visiting nearby
colleges—including Colby College, Thomas College, and others—as well as travelers seeking a refined outdoor
retreat.
Our mission is to provide an authentic Maine experience that rejuvenates the spirit through a harmonious balance
of outdoor adventure, relaxation, and modern comfort. Utilizing a flexible, multi-platform rental strategy, The
Maine Experience aims to become the region’s preferred lodging choice, fostering lasting guest relationships and
steady occupancy throughout the year.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Sidney, ME

What's nearby

  • Belgrade Lakes Chain - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Thomas College - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Colby College - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Augusta Civic Center - 16 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Waterville Opera House - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Korner Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Thirsty Mule - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort... have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort...?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort... on Oct 6, 2025 start from $298.8, excluding 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.

Is The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort...?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort... located?

Situated in Augusta, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Belgrade Lakes Chain, Thomas College, and Tree Spirits. Waterville Dog Park and Fort Halifax are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Maine Experience: Where expansive nature meets modern comfort... Reviews

10

Exceptional

8.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
A great spot for all 7 of us. Nice house with zones for everyone. Lovely backyard. Big kitchen and dining table
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025