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. We even have a newly installed EV charger on site! This dog friendly chalet is your serene mountain escape!
Guests come for the golf, the swimming holes, and the hiking. They come back because of the house and the hospitality.
**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, dinner 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 newly installed!
**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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