What a gem - positively magical place!! I came to the lakes region in search of Moose and Loons so…read moreI made sure to book a room in the Haley Pond Lodge section to be right on the water. And while I still haven't found any moose, I saw my first loons in real life right behind my room AND managed to capture their haunting song on video right from my patio!! This beautiful inn has been around for over 100 years - and the inside of the main lodge is full of antiques and is oozing with Victorian charm - so warm and inviting!! All the staff were just fantastic- caring and eager to help and so friendly - in the lodge and the tavern both. I reserved a water view king room in the Haley Pond Lodge and it was huge!! Lots of shelf space and a huge patio overlooking the pond - just magnificent! The room had a standard coffee maker, microwave and fridge. The bathroom was beautiful and everything was spotlessly clean. Water pressure and temp worked perfectly. The grounds are the best part - there are mallard ducks all over the place. I saw two deer right outside my room when I first arrived. One night I heard a moose bugling (mating call) and it was so loud haha! Shame I never saw him lol. There are tons of species of waterfowl on the pond - I saw Ring-necked Ducks and Mergansers!! And the best part was I saw LOONS!! At first, I found a mated pair right out back from my room - and they were fishing - it was so fantastic! And I saw more out across the pond bathing and preening. The mornings were super foggy which created such an eerie ambiance and the loons were crying their haunting song - oh it was just magical! Breakfast isn't included but is served daily. I didn't try it so can't speak to it but I did have dinner in the tavern one night and it was fabulous. I got the Parmesan crab dip and a tavern salad with grilled salmon - all totally delicious. I visited in late September so the fall foliage was just starting to come in - I can only imagine how gorgeous it is during peak foliage. This is a marvelous place to base yourself out of for wildlife chasing, skiing, summer fun on the lakes - for really any kind of vacation honestly. Haley Pond Lodge is detached from the main inn and set quite a ways back - but the grounds are easily walkable. There's plenty of parking and it's very centrally located in the adorable town of Rangeley. I even walked over to the huge Rangeley Lake a few times bc it's so close - it's especially wonderful at sunset. Prices for food and lodging are reasonable, even during peak seasons. All in all I had a great experience and will most definitely be back - without a doubt!

Rangeley Inn is an absolute gem, perfect balance of modern amenities and historic charm! The view…read moreof the lake, the town and the nearby mountains are all breathtaking in all directions. Great meals, and many options, but my favorite surprise was how good the fried chicken was. The Ranegely Inn is a must for any visit to the area!

This is a bed and breakfast that is as special as the part of the world it is in. It has such a…read morehomey feeling it is easy to forget your not in your own home. Sandy is aces he has a wealth of information about all things Maine. Breakfast made to order as it should be in a B&B. I will be back at the Rangeley Lakes B&B often

I have visited this place in winter, the lake was frozen, we did not enjoy the lake activities, but…read moreover all it was fun because I am not from this region, I am from middle east and we do not have snow like here, it is new to me. The owner is a very nice person, he provide us with everything we need. great hospitality and awesome costumer service. I recommend everyone to come to this place, and definitely if I can come again Ill do so. All services are available in this town" Rangeley" we loved it and enjoyed it. Have pleasant stay in Town and lake motel, and do not forget to bring your own food.

Unfortunately, our stay was very disappointing. **The location was the only positive.** We…read moreexperienced numerous issues with cleanliness, maintenance, communication, and customer service. One of my biggest concerns was the **unexpected 4% credit-card fee**. When I made the reservation, I specifically asked for the total cost and was not told about this additional charge. Had I known, I would have paid another way. Instead of acknowledging the lack of communication, the owner said that everyone is charged the fee. The issue is not that everyone pays it--it is that **I specifically asked for the total and was not informed of the fee.** The cabin itself was disappointing. It smelled **musty**, the windows were outdated and difficult to open, the couch had a **large hole and dog hair**, and the living-room rug had **multiple burn holes**. The kitchen was also not properly prepared, as all the dishes were still in the dishwasher when we arrived. The waterfront was difficult to enjoy due to numerous ducks, feathers, and droppings throughout the property and around the docks**. Boats were everywhere, our dock was smaller and very close to the others, and unlike the other cabins, ours faced the grass and marina rather than the lake. The included kayaks were also unusable because one paddle was broken and there were no usable replacements**. After waiting about 25 minutes, we were ultimately encouraged to use the broken paddle. There were additional maintenance concerns, including standing water around the cabin, a rusty pipe with unknown water coming from it, and a large open basement area containing rusty materials, buckets, and debris** that appeared potentially unsafe for children or pets. Check-in was also not a good first impression. We arrived around 2:50 p.m., and although check-in was at 3:00, no one was there. I was told the person responsible was out running errands and would return soon. What was most disappointing was the lack of ownership and customer service when we brought these concerns forward**. Instead of feeling that our concerns were taken seriously, we felt that excuses were made and responsibility was avoided. For the price, we expected a clean, well-maintained property, functioning amenities, accurate pricing, and professional customer service. Unfortunately, we did not receive that. The location was the only thing this property had going for it, and that alone was not enough. I would not stay here again and cannot recommend it based on our experience.

Facilities, room and staff were great. The location has beautiful views with outdoor areas to…read morerelax. The dinner we had there was also excellent. Only area for improvement would be the breakfast part of the B&B. Extremely limited and not the same quality as the rest of the experience. Will come back!

So, Loon Lodge is an iconic place to visit. The Pub has been a favorite spot for cozy atmosphere…read moreand decent burgers. We visited this past Saturday, Valentine's Day, expecting to enjoy some pub food and a beer on our way to a local event. We arrived at 4:30- well before the expected holiday rush. Uh oh!! No more pub type menu. Not just for Valentine's Day- but forever. It's over. So, that leaves you with dinner plate options ranging from $30 to $45. I had the shrimp Thai noodles and my husband had the mushroom risotto - which were the lower priced items on the menu. (We wanted simple fair, not a $45 plate, and did our best to pivot). The noodles were okay. The risotto was overly salty and looked as though it had sat under the heat light for a long time. Yikes. The friend we dined with ordered Chicken Parm. "Just okay" was the assessment. The meals all came with a small salad. Our server was great and the lodge is lovely but we went for the food. And it let us all down. A bowl of noodles. A bowl of rice. Two beers: $120.00. We won't be going back. Such a shame.

We just returned home from a week of celebrating our daughter's wedding, the first event being a…read moreWelcome Party for 100 people at the Mountain Star Estate event barn. It was incredible. This site is just beautiful. We hired a bluegrass band, and the acoustics in the barn were perfect: everyone danced. Planning & organizing were made easy by owner Sharon, who had great ideas and suggestions for staying on budget. Front of house manager Adrian coordinated the rehearsal at the outdoor ceremony site, and thank goodness for her experience and advice on how to arrange this. We rented the farmhouse for the wedding party and close friends to stay: everyone loved being together and on site. Sharon was more than flexible when a few guests needed to arrive a day early. You can't go wrong with this event space We were wondering to ourselves if we should've just had the main event in this barn!

Mountain Star Estate is truly a special place. Nicole and Chris couldn't have picked a better…read moreplace to celebrate their wedding! All the vendors were amazing and did a beautiful job. An extra shout out to Kim the photographer and Jim from Coastal Critters. Most importantly, a big heartfelt thank you to Adrian who doesn't skip a beat with every little detail and to Sharon and Travis who most graciously hosted our family and friends. Thank you! Lorraine and Alan

Knowing I had another 11+ mile hike to complete in the area, I knew exactly where I wanted to stay…read morewhen the opportunity arose. Motel was booked solid so I went with a campsite this time around and I am so glad I did. Check-in was again a breeze and the staff are just so nice. Having inquired as to my activities in the area, they remembered the details and brought in up in conversation whenever we ran into each other. A nice personal touch. I stayed at campsite #9 "Double Decker" and it was the perfect size for my medium sized tent and large SUV. It came with a fire pit and picnic table. When you first round the bend, the campsites seem squeezed in there but the site itself felt pretty private once I settled in and I was not bothered by the full campground surrounding me. Quiet hours by 10pm made getting rest for my weekend activities easy peasy. As a solo camper, I felt very safe here. The nearby lounge area had a television, kitchen w. oven, range, refrigerator, and freezer, television, electrical outlets, games and more. Toilets and coin-operated showers were on the backside of this building. I don't mind pay showers but wished I got a little bit more time for my first four quarters as I was scrambling to put more in as I rushed through each visit. Bring plenty with you if you like to take your time. Firewood available for purchase (delivered to your campsite!) along with some other staples. Would absolutely stay here again. And again. And again.

Great Prices...great rooms!!!…read more We got engaged here!!! Came up for Vaca and stayed over night here until my fiance's family camp renters checked out so we could spend the week there! First impression was great!! Cozy good sized rooms for great prices!! Full kitchen in our room! Bathroom was nice and we had two queen beds!! TV and cable and a beautiful deck. Close to Sugarloaf! Place was so adorable and comfy that my fiance proposed to me here!! Made it even more special. The family that owns it are very sweet and were happy we stayed and congratulated us! :) Can't wait to stay here on our anniversary! :)

Nice resort but no lakefront cabins :( There is water access…read morewhich is very nice. Great indoor pool. Spacious 2 and 3 bedroom units. Can't ride 4 wheelers from the resort. You have to trailer them down the road 500 feet to ride, This is a real bummer. Friendly staff and lovely shared lakefront area. No fire pits at the cabins but a nice community one down at the lake.

This cabin had gas fumes coming from the laundry below so bad that we had to stay outside when the…read morecleaners were doing the laundry from other cabins that had checked out. We complain several times to management to no avail. We were told it was corporate that wouldn't do anything they had no authority to help us. In my opinion we should have been given a full refund. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone because they seem to put profits ahead of safety.

What a beautiful place to stay! Highly recommend coming during their March /April months for the…read moredeals. Food is great, service in all areas from in restuarant to room service is excellent. Staff is friendly, willing to go above and beyond! Highly recommend sticking to their pizza and dessert menu, as that was our favorite part of the menu! Rooms are clean and comfortable.

Have been to this hotel many times over the years and have typically had a great experience until…read morethis year. I booked 3 rooms for my fiancée and her bridal party for 1 night in August and they had issues with multiple rooms being ready on time. Their check-in was supposed to be 4:00 pm and by that time only one of the rooms was ready, they were told by the front desk that they had "no timeline" on when the others would be ready and available. By about 7:00 pm a second room was ready and available but still no word on the 3rd. It took until 11:30 pm for the front desk to provide keys to the 3rd room and when the girls went to bring their belongings there was already a random man settled into the room and he immediately became confrontational and threatening towards the bridal party, assuming they were in the wrong room and he attempted to intimidate them to make them leave. When they went back down to the front desk the staff couldn't have cared less and admitted to giving this man the wrong key to the wrong room while refusing to take any ownership for the error otherwise. They simply shrugged their shoulders and told the girls to go tell him to leave and come to the front desk... This leaves a huge stain on what was supposed to be a really nice weekend spa trip for my fiancée and her bridal party, to screw up 2/3 rooms for one night and put them in such a precarious position so late at night is completely unacceptable and incredibly disappointing considering the prices guests pay to stay here. There were 2 weddings booked at the hotel for the weekend and there were many other guests who had issues with their room reservations and I'm sure it was a chaotic/stressful weekend for the hotel staff; however, if you don't have the proper staff to handle multiple weddings in a weekend maybe don't overbook and force the guests to suffer from management's lack of preparation for these large events.

Not a good experience. Meals not as listed on menu. Meals not delivered to table at same time…read more I've had better experiences at local inexpensive diners. Maybe a bad day but this is my honest review.

We stayed at Bald Mountain the weekend of Sept 6 & 7. We ended up there because we were tenting…read morefor a few days before, and the rain drove us out. For a last minute reservation they were amazingly attentive (and we were a bit high maintenance!). They accommodated us at every turn, allowing us a late checkout, and leaving the boat trailer in the parking lot the day we checked out. The restaurant was really good and all of the staff, especially Amber, were especially welcoming and accommodating. The cabin was incredibly comfortable, warm at night, and cozy, especially once we built the fire. We were told our cabin had the nicest bed on the premises, and I believe it!The resort itself is beautiful, and the "cabin chic" is well done and high quality. I would like to go back next year in warmer weather and enjoy the water more.