Skiing
119 Mountain Rd
119 Mountain RoadShawnee Peak - Great Local Ski Mountain
Sunday River is the perfect destination whether you're a corduroy carving pro or clipping in for the first time. With eight interconnected mountain peaks, Sunday River has a trail for everyone.
135 Trails and Glades
870 Acres
5 Terrain Parks
8 Peaks
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Sunday River Resort
15 S Ridge RdSunday River is the perfect destination whether you're a corduroy carving pro or clipping in for the first time. With eight interconnected mountain peaks, Sunday River has a trail for everyone.
135 Trails and Glades
870 Acres
5 Terrain Parks
8 Peaks
Beach
We have purchased a membership to the Hawthorne Beach club, a private sandy beach on Panther Pond maintained by Slovenski Camps. The beach is only accessible by boat and is about 8 minutes away from the house by canoe or kayak. Renters are welcome to make use of this amenity during their stay. Please check in with beach attendants on arrival and let them know you are staying at Raymond Retreat and be sure to review and abide by the rules below:
Beach Regulations: - Boats are asked to approach and depart at moderate speeds. Maine state law enforces a safety zone within 200 feet of shore. From the Town of Raymond web site: This safety zone is in effect near ALL shorelines, even around points, islands, coves, and on rivers. This law exists for
two primary reasons: - Safety. The zone 200' from shore is the area where swimmers and small boats are most likely to be present and where a boater operating at high speed might not see them. (But there may be swimmers
anywhere in the lake at times, so please do keep a careful watch.) - The Environment. The 200' zone helps reduce the environmental impact of boat waves, reducing erosion and protecting the delicate shoreline habitat of species like nesting loons." - Insurance regulations: Swim at your own risk. Attendant, but no lifeguard, on duty. - Environmental regulation: No bathrooms on the beach. When someone has to go to the bathroom, boaters have to return home.
Visits should be of a reasonable length less than 4 hours. Hawthorne Beach Club
Slovenski Camps
25 David Plummer RoadWe have purchased a membership to the Hawthorne Beach club, a private sandy beach on Panther Pond maintained by Slovenski Camps. The beach is only accessible by boat and is about 8 minutes away from the house by canoe or kayak. Renters are welcome to make use of this amenity during their stay. Please check in with beach attendants on arrival and let them know you are staying at Raymond Retreat and be sure to review and abide by the rules below:
Beach Regulations: - Boats are asked to approach and depart at moderate speeds. Maine state law enforces a safety zone within 200 feet of shore. From the Town of Raymond web site: This safety zone is in effect near ALL shorelines, even around points, islands, coves, and on rivers. This law exists for
two primary reasons: - Safety. The zone 200' from shore is the area where swimmers and small boats are most likely to be present and where a boater operating at high speed might not see them. (But there may be swimmers
anywhere in the lake at times, so please do keep a careful watch.) - The Environment. The 200' zone helps reduce the environmental impact of boat waves, reducing erosion and protecting the delicate shoreline habitat of species like nesting loons." - Insurance regulations: Swim at your own risk. Attendant, but no lifeguard, on duty. - Environmental regulation: No bathrooms on the beach. When someone has to go to the bathroom, boaters have to return home.
Visits should be of a reasonable length less than 4 hours. Hawthorne Beach Club
Tassel Top Beach is situated on 35 acres on the east shore of Sebago Lake. A stand of mature pines and hardwoods grace the entrance to the park and the park road leads you to a graveled parking lot. A short walk brings you to 900 feet of sandy beach, one of the best beach areas on Sebago Lake. The beach has a secured swimming area marked by buoys; however there is no lifeguard supervision. The beach area has many picnic tables, outdoor grills and changing rooms are also available. Tassel Top offers a fully stocked Snack Shack with ice cream, hot foods, charcoal, candy, drinks, snacks, clothing, sundries, beach toys and more.
Another enjoyable feature of Tassel Top is a walking trail, covering about 0.90 of a mile, that meanders through acres of Maine woods. The clearly marked trail has points of interest marked by signage and benches for quiet meditation or rest. The trail is maintained by park staff and is handicapped and stroller accessible. This path if for FOOT TRAFFIC ONLY. No bikes, ATV's...etc.
There is no boat launch at the park and boats of any type are not allowed on the beach.
Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the park or on the beach at any time.
The park is supervised by a Park Ranger and Assistant Rangers, who are present daily.
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Tassel Top Park
Tassel Top Beach is situated on 35 acres on the east shore of Sebago Lake. A stand of mature pines and hardwoods grace the entrance to the park and the park road leads you to a graveled parking lot. A short walk brings you to 900 feet of sandy beach, one of the best beach areas on Sebago Lake. The beach has a secured swimming area marked by buoys; however there is no lifeguard supervision. The beach area has many picnic tables, outdoor grills and changing rooms are also available. Tassel Top offers a fully stocked Snack Shack with ice cream, hot foods, charcoal, candy, drinks, snacks, clothing, sundries, beach toys and more.
Another enjoyable feature of Tassel Top is a walking trail, covering about 0.90 of a mile, that meanders through acres of Maine woods. The clearly marked trail has points of interest marked by signage and benches for quiet meditation or rest. The trail is maintained by park staff and is handicapped and stroller accessible. This path if for FOOT TRAFFIC ONLY. No bikes, ATV's...etc.
There is no boat launch at the park and boats of any type are not allowed on the beach.
Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the park or on the beach at any time.
The park is supervised by a Park Ranger and Assistant Rangers, who are present daily.
Sightseeing
Relaxing sunset paddle through Panther Pond and Sebago Lake! Set out to watch the sunset and catch the moonrise on the way back. Sebago Trails Paddling Company offers a great experience for family and friends, with waters calming for the evening, and cool breezes blowing. Explore our kayaking and paddleboarding tours offered on Sebago Lake.
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Sebago Trails Paddling Company
1311 Roosevelt TrailRelaxing sunset paddle through Panther Pond and Sebago Lake! Set out to watch the sunset and catch the moonrise on the way back. Sebago Trails Paddling Company offers a great experience for family and friends, with waters calming for the evening, and cool breezes blowing. Explore our kayaking and paddleboarding tours offered on Sebago Lake.
Safety
We take safety and security very seriously here at Raymond Retreat. Please review the house rules and the red safety binder in the house for a complete list of rules and guidelines to have a safe and enjoyable stay.
In case of an emergency, dial 911. The closest emergency room is Bridgeton Hospital, which has a 24 hr emergency department and urgent care facilities
http://www.bridgtonhospital.org/
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Bridgton Hospital
10 Hospital DrIn case of an emergency, dial 911. The closest emergency room is Bridgeton Hospital, which has a 24 hr emergency department and urgent care facilities
http://www.bridgtonhospital.org/
Essentials
For dry cleaning, large loads of laundry, and bulky objects, we recommend Busy Bee up the road on Roosevelt Trail in Windham, ME
Busy Bee Laundry & Drycleaning
771 Roosevelt TrailFor dry cleaning, large loads of laundry, and bulky objects, we recommend Busy Bee up the road on Roosevelt Trail in Windham, ME
Raymond Post Office
14700 1st StUnited State Post Office
The UPS Store
824 Roosevelt TrailUPS Store
Walmart Supercenter
30 Landing RdWal-Mart
Shaw's
770 Roosevelt TrailHannaford Supermarket
797 Roosevelt TrailHannaford Supermarket
Lowe's Home Improvement
64 Manchester DrLowe's Home Improvement
Paris Farmers Union
1243 Roosevelt TrailHardware Store
Family Dollar
191 Portland RdFamily Dollar
Walgreens
19 Portland RdPharmacy
CVS
51 Market StCVS Pharmacy
Hiking
Rattlesnake Mountain via Bri-Mar Trail is a 2.5 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Raymond, Maine that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
NOTE: This trail closes annually between (April 1st-May 1st) for Saturated Soils.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/rattlesnake-mountain
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Rattlesnake Mountain
Rattlesnake Mountain via Bri-Mar Trail is a 2.5 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Raymond, Maine that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
NOTE: This trail closes annually between (April 1st-May 1st) for Saturated Soils.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/rattlesnake-mountain
Frog Pond Trail is a 1 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Raymond, Maine. The trail is good for all skill levels and offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/frog-pond-trail
434 Webbs Mills Rd
434 Webbs Mills RoadFrog Pond Trail is a 1 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Raymond, Maine. The trail is good for all skill levels and offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/frog-pond-trail
Sebago Lake State Park is a public recreation area encompassing 1,342 acres on the north shore of Sebago Lake in the towns of Naples and Casco, Cumberland County, Maine. It opened in 1938 as one of Maine's original five state parks. The mostly forested park is divided into east and west sections by the Songo River.
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Sebago Lake State Park
3 Park Access RdSebago Lake State Park is a public recreation area encompassing 1,342 acres on the north shore of Sebago Lake in the towns of Naples and Casco, Cumberland County, Maine. It opened in 1938 as one of Maine's original five state parks. The mostly forested park is divided into east and west sections by the Songo River.