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A spacious room with large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a stone fireplace.
A wooden staircase in a forested area leading to a building with a blue roof.
A spacious living room with large windows, a stone fireplace, and a television.
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a covered area and hanging flower pots.
A dining table set for a meal with a view of a forest through large windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms3000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Naples, ME
  • Place, Sebago Cove
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Trickey Pond
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sebago Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Naples

This vacation home places you next to Sebago Cove and within a 10-minute walk of Sebago Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Sebago Cove - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Trickey Pond - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sebago Lake - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Maine Mall - 45 min drive - 38.4 miles
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 57 min drive - 48.7 miles

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kindred Farms Market & Bakery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Top Of The Hill Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Captain Jack's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Shimmering Cove Retreat

A year-round waterfront retreat on Sebago Lake in Naples, Maine

Nestled in a sheltered cove with 130 feet of private lake frontage, this 5-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor adventure. Enjoy a floating dock, kayaks, canoe, SUP and boat mooring right at your doorstep. The spacious house sleeps 12 (1 king, 2 queens + 6 twins) and features a covered deck, screened gazebo, hot tub, and a detached game room—ideal for family gatherings or quiet evenings by the water.

In winter, ice fish right from the property on Sebago Lake or head over to nearby Long Lake for more excellent ice fishing opportunities. Whether you’re swimming and boating in summer, chasing vibrant fall foliage, or exploring snow and ice adventures, Shimmering Cove is ready year-round.

Nearby Attractions

• Sebago Lake State Park – Sandy beaches, hiking trails, picnic areas, boat launches, plus groomed and ungroomed cross-country ski trails and snowshoeing in winter

• Tassel Top Beach (Raymond) – Popular sandy beach with swimming area, picnic tables, and snack shack

• Naples Causeway – Local shops, restaurants, and the heart of the lakes region

• Long Lake – Easy access for boating, swimming, and winter ice fishing

• Point Sebago Resort – Golf, dining, and family activities (seasonal)

• Pleasant Mountain (formerly Shawnee Peak, ~25–30 min) – Family-friendly skiing and snowboarding with ~44 trails, terrain parks, and the most night skiing in New England

• Mt. Abram (~45–60 min) – Relaxed family mountain with ~45 trails and a welcoming local vibe

• Lost Valley (~40–50 min) – Smaller hill with night skiing, terrain parks, and a friendly atmosphere

• Bridgton & Fryeburg – Charming downtowns with shops, restaurants, and events (15–25 minutes)

• Maine Wildlife Park (Gray) – Animal exhibits and nature trails (about 35 minutes)

• Portland (~45–50 min) – Vibrant Old Port district, restaurants, shops, museums, and waterfront attractions

• Old Orchard Beach / Scarborough beaches (~1 hour) – Closest ocean beaches with long sandy shores

Let me know if you’d like any other tweaks!
The vacation home features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

855960

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

Located steps from Sebago Cove, this vacation home is in Naples, and within a 10-minute walk of Sebago Lake and Trickey Pond. You'll also find Long Lake and Brandy Pond within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Shimmering Cove Retreat?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Shimmering Cove Retreat?

At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a lake view in some house, as well as a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Shimmering Cove Retreat?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Shimmering Cove Retreat?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional), which is 27.3 mi away (44 minutes by car). Another top airport is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is located 24.3 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shimmering Cove Retreat?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Shimmering Cove Retreat.

Shimmering Cove Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and beautiful home. Simple communication and would recommend for any time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation spot!

Absolutely beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful and very special property. The accomodations were perfect for our family reunion. We especially appreciated cooking together in the thoughtfully designed and well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sabego cove retreat

Place was amazing and absolutely beautiful. It was in a great location. It had everything that you possibly needed. Definitely could have stayed here a lot longer than we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing. Perfect amount of things to do and places to just relax. Sebago is a beautiful lake for swimming, boating, or just relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing cabin

What an amazing experience, house was great! Location was great! Will definitely be booking here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shimmering cove

A lovely home for a family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous and secluded location

This place was exactly as advertised and the perfect place to hold my 40th birthday party.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and location

This was a great home on a beautiful lake. The home had a great layout and the dock and all the boats are great bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A great place to enjoy a weekend away

We had a really great time at Shimmering Cove. Its a nice home with a great kitchen and amenities. We loved using the kayaks and the hot-tubs. Its close to some good hikes too. A perfect weekend getaway, even in April, when spring is still arriving.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine retreat!

Lots of room for the whole family (12). We had a great time and property owners were super responsive to anything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends

Very nice property would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and in a great location. The kitchen was well appointed and everything was labeled makingnit easy to find and put away. The beds were comfortable. There wa plenty of seating for meals. The stairs to the lake are well-maintained an has benches at every landing should you need to rest. The boats, paddles, and PFDs were in good condition. Overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family and friend weekend

A lovely, spacious lake house with all the amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shimmering Cove gorgeous fall weekend

Sprawling home with many indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy—gazebo, porch, hot tub, dock side, kitchen, game room. Perfect long weekend spot for 2 families with young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay for my father's 80th birthday!

The location was amazing, the kitchen was a dream, and the open layout was wonderful for gathering and laughing. Jessica was a pleasure to work with and so responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for large group or family

Lots of room and spaces for people to spread out. Great waterfront for swimming, boating The property owner was great to work with. Everyone totally enjoyed their vacation at Shimmering Cove
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little family getaway

We loved our stay! The views are magnificent, the fishing was top notch and the hot tub was a hit. The stairs were worth the pain and we felt like we earned every cookie that we devoured. This is a wonderful place to recharge and get away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house, amazing location!

Second time renting from this listing, loved it just as much as the first. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

The house was perfect for a large family. Loved the outdoor space. Great house for all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

The home was beautiful and in a quiet area. The perfect place to really unwind and enjoy the beauty. The owner, Jessica, was extremely friendly and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

Beautiful property and a simple seamless process to get in and out. Great communication! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

The property was perfect for A birthday gathering with friends! Great foliage!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Nice and spacious, very well kept. Perfect for a group of friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay in front of the lake house

This place is very nice and pretty. The space was very spacious and we loved the deck and the lake. Jessica our host was very nice , friendly and response quickly. She made our Visit very enjoyable and relaxing. I would recommend people to stay at this place .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018