Castle Lodge is a new construction, privately sited mountain retreat on 3 wooded acres in Newry, Maine — 3 miles from Sunday River Golf Club, 2 miles from Frenchman's Hole swimming hole, and minutes from Grafton Notch State Park hiking. With a pond, custom sauna, hot tub, and space for 14 guests, it's the most complete large-group rental in the Sunday River area. EV charger on-site (6/15). Dog friendly.
Guests come for the golf, the swimming holes, and the hiking. They come back because of the house.
**Summer in the Sunday River Area**
The Newry and Bethel area is one of western Maine's best-kept summer secrets — a full week of activity without repeating yourself. Swim at Frenchman's Hole (cliff jumping, waterslide, waterfall pools, 2 miles away).
Paddle the Androscoggin River by kayak or tube with Bethel Outdoor Adventure (5 miles).
Play 18 holes at Sunday River Golf Club, rated the #1 course in Maine by Golfweek, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. (3 miles). Hike Table Rock in Grafton Notch for panoramic ridge views (15 minutes). Mountain bike the lift-served trails at Mt. Abram Bike Park (15 miles). Explore Step Falls and Mother Walker Falls in Grafton Notch State Park.
End every evening back at the luxury chalet — fire pit lit, hot tub and sauna ready, something on the grill.
**Swimming Near Castle Lodge**
- Frenchman's Hole — cliff jumping, waterfall, natural pools: 2 miles
- Honey Hole swimming pools: 5 miles
- Step Falls waterfalls: 10 miles
- Grafton Notch swimming areas: 10 miles
- Pond on property - suitable for dogs
**The Setting**
Three private wooded acres with a scenic pond, panoramic mountain views, and total seclusion from neighbors. Paved parking for 6+ vehicles. Whole-house generator — power outages don't interrupt your stay.
**Outside**
- Pond — dog swimming, frog-catching, morning coffee views
- Hot tub with Bluetooth speakers and LED lights
- Custom-built sauna
- Wraparound deck with gas grill and griddle top
- Outdoor fire pit with wood provided
- Cornhole and yard games
- EV charger on-site (6/15)
**Inside**
- Chef's kitchen, fully stocked for group cooking
- Open-concept living area with floor-to-ceiling windows and mountain views
- Gas fireplace for cool mountain evenings
- Arcade game, Smart TVs throughout, board games, video games
- Custom dining table seats 9, breakfast table seats 4, plus bar carts and additional seating for the full group
- AC in every bedroom
- In-unit washer and dryer
- Blackout shades in all bedrooms
**Sleeping 14 Comfortably**
- Primary suite (top floor): King bed, en-suite bath, Smart TV
- Loft: Twin daybed, private workspace, yoga and exercise area
- Bedroom 2 (main floor): Queen bed
- Bedroom 3 (main floor): XL twin-over-queen bunk, shared full bath
- Lower level room 4: Two twin bunks, twin trundle, queen sofa bed — plus full bath with tub, wine fridge, Smart TV, and direct access to hot tub and sauna
**Location — Newry and Bethel, Maine**
- Frenchman's Hole natural swimming hole: 2 miles
- Sunday River Golf Club: 3 miles
- Artists Covered Bridge: 2 miles
- Bethel Outdoor Adventure (kayak/tube rentals): 5 miles
- Bethel Village restaurants, breweries, and shops: 8 miles
- Grafton Notch State Park (Table Rock, Screw Auger Falls): 15 minutes
- Mt. Abram Bike Park: 15 miles
- Maine Mineral and Gem Museum: 8 miles
- Private pond: on the property
**About Us**
We're locals who know this area well and care about every stay. We respond personally within minutes, walk every guest through check-in, and visit the property regularly to keep it in top shape. The home is independently safety-certified, stocked with quality linens, a fully equipped kitchen, and all the toiletries you need from the moment you arrive. No hidden fees — what you see is what you pay.
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