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Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water

Rangeley vacation home with kitchen

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A spacious log cabin interior with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.
6 bedrooms, high-speed internet, bed sheets
A cozy cabin interior with a leather sofa, two lamps, a patterned rug, and a wooden ceiling.
A wooden deck with four Adirondack chairs overlooking a calm lake.
A calm lake with a canoe on the shore, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rangeley, ME
  • Place, Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Rangeley Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Saddleback
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rangeley

On waterfront.You'll find Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum and Rangeley Lake within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Powder Dreams Ski Shop is within 3 miles (5 km) and Rangeley Lakes Trails Center is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Rangeley Lake - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Rangeley Lake State Park - 20 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Saddleback - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort - 48 min drive - 33.5 miles

Getting around

  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Furbish House Brewhouse & Eats - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Swig 'N Smelt Pub - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Sarge's Pub & Grub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Looney Bin - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loon Lodge - ‬10 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.

Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water

Ark is a picturesque waterfront lodge nestled on the shores of Gull Pond in Rangeley, Maine, offering a private retreat in one of Maine's most scenic regions. Surrounded by tranquil waters and lush forest, this spacious property is perfect for families and groups looking to escape into nature while enjoying the comfort of a well-equipped lodge. With direct water access and breathtaking views, Ark provides an ideal setting for a peaceful and memorable getaway.

The lodge combines classic Maine charm with modern convenience, featuring a unique layout that includes both an old-style main lodge and a newer addition. The main lodge retains the warmth and nostalgia of a traditional camp, with wood finishes, a cozy fireplace, and comfortable furnishings that create a welcoming atmosphere. The newer addition expands the space with a second kitchen, dining, and living area, making Ark perfect for larger groups who want both shared gathering areas and plenty of room to spread out.

Outside, Ark offers multiple ways to enjoy the natural surroundings. A spacious deck overlooks the sparkling waters of Gull Pond, making it an ideal spot for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply soaking up the views. Guests can also take advantage of the private dock for swimming, kayaking, or just relaxing by the water's edge. With its stunning location, thoughtful design, and ample space, Ark offers a beautiful and private escape for those looking to enjoy Rangeley's pristine lake region.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Main Lodge - Main Level: First Bedroom with Two Twins. Upper Level: Second Bedroom with Two Twins, Third Bedroom Queen, Fourth Bedroom with Two Twin bunk sets and Two Twins (Six Twins total),
Newer Addition - Main Level: Fifth Bedroom with One Twin over Double bunk set. Upper Level: Sixth Bedroom Queen (with private half bath). Sleeps up to 16 guests.

Location: 156 Camp Waya-Awi Road, Rangeley ME. On the eastern shore of Gull Pond. 2.4 miles to downtown Rangeley and 9.2 miles to downtown Oquossoc, and 10.5 miles to Saddleback.

ATV Access: This home does have direct ATV trail access. If when renting, at one of our homes with trail access, please ride to and from the trail access only. Please do not ride around the property or up and down roads. We want our guests to be good neighbors and enjoy the area without disrupting others, so please help with this so everyone can enjoy their time here in Rangeley.

FAQs: This property has a large gas grill. Sandy walk-in beach area with shallow water, safe for young children. Located on a quiet gravel road, nice for taking walks or a bike ride. There is 1 canoe and 3 kayaks provided. No motorboats allowed because there are no boat launches available on Gull Pond or at this property.

Discounted Saddleback Lift Tickets: Proud to offer discounted lift tickets to Saddleback. After booking, you will receive more information.

Traveling with a group? Check out nearby properties: Acadia Wingate Lodge and Camp Fontanalis.

Morton & Furbish Vacation Rental Promise: We've been providing quality, clean vacation rentals for 25+ years in Rangeley, Maine. We're local and we are here for you! Book with confidence knowing that the rates, images, and details published on this property are up to date and accurate. We are located on Main Street in Rangeley, Maine, and are set up to offer services and answer questions at any time during your stay. Our guests can contact us anytime 24/7.

What's Included: Every home is stocked with all your household essentials, high-quality sheets, medium-weight blankets and towels, and a starter kit of paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher tabs, trash bags, dish soap, and hand soap. Guests are asked to bring their own toiletries for their stay.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

38045
Ark - Gull Pond Home With Walk in Area to the Water Rangeley
Lake Front Lodge Unobstructed View of Lake Private Sandy Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water to the airport?

This vacation home is 80.2 mi (113-min drive) away from the Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water to downtown Rangeley?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi away from Dallas Plantation.

Ark - Gull Pond home with walk in area to the water Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Great Family Space

Beautiful view, lots of space, very clean, and fantastic space to enjoy family time. The team was fantastic at making sure our stay was a 5 star experience, thank you so much for your hospitality.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

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

Excellent property!

Great location, clean, easy check in and check out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

5/5!!!!

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home! The house was spotless, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. From the comfortable beds to the fully equipped kitchen, every detail was thoughtfully taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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

Hunting season

Great place to stay, great location. Hunting was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Another Great Week

We have been coming to the Ark each summer for 10 or 12 years. The grandchildren-once toddlers-are off to college! It is the perfect spot, larger enough, close to the water, and yet quite private. The addition of a large gas grill has made cooking for our crowd even easier. We look forward to returning.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

A bit of heaven

The Ark was the perfect place for our 12 person family vacation . The home is spotless and spacious . The views of the pristine lake , nightly sunsets from the house and porches are breathtaking .The beds are very comfortable . This is our 2nd year at the Ark …. It's our favorite family gathering place . Thank you to the Barako family for sharing their treasured home .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Arthur H.

5 Stars

The Ark is always a great place for vacationing with family . We have rented the Ark for several years and never disappoints !!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Great Rental for our Family

We have vacationed at the Ark many summers with our adult children and grandchildren. Many wonderful memories. We hope to return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Great views

Was large and comfortable. Pond is nice and quiet with great views. We enjoyed the pond every day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

Perfect for large family

This was our second year renting the Ark and it did not disappoint! It's perfect for our large family to gather and have privacy. The flat lawn and the shallow sandy lake was perfect for the kids to swim safely. The sunsets can't be beat! We hope to go back here again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Patrick S.

Ark

This property is in a nice location. It is very spacious and user friendly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

Excellent

This rental is perfect for a large family or group. Plenty of bedrooms and the common space is so spacious. The outdoor space is open and flat and the sandy beach is perfect for little ones. We will definitely be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Perfect for our family

This was our fifth summer at the Ark.With many rooms, baths, and two complete kitchens, the Ark allows us to feed a crowd, join one or two others for a game or a puzzle, canoe, kayak, swim, read to the grandchildren in the "bunk room," or find a quiet spot to catch up on our own reading. We look forward to our week each year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

The Ark

This was our family's fourth year spending Labor Day weekend at the Ark. It was spectacular as always. Swimming, boating, fishing... the fun never ends. It is so wonderful to have a comfortable home to spend time with our entire family. We all look forward to another year at the Ark.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

Wonderful getaway

We had an amazing vacation here. The kids enjoyed the clear and calm water that they could walk out on safely as it stays fairly shallow for a while. We also had a great time catching many little fish from the dock and canoe. We hiked three trails all within 20mins of the house and had dinner and ice cream one night right on the Main Street. The stars were a highlight every night of our stay. Highly recommend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

Great Family Vacation Spot

We had a great week on Gull Pond at the Ark. There was plenty of room for 6 families. The grassy lawn, the many deck choices, and the sandy shallow beach was perfect for our little ones! We can't wait to head back next summer! Morton and Furbish has great communication as well. Highly recommend renting through them directly instead of going through a third party site.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

We love the Ark!

This was our family's 7th summer of gathering at the Ark. It is perfect for our vacation: room for children, spouses, and grandchildren. The swimming area is great both for the teens and the toddlers. We love the loons and the sunsets, but most of all we enjoy "cousin time," good food, and a relaxing setting. We will be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tisha K.

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

Amazing Stay

Our family would highly recommend “The Ark”. The space is massive and easily accommodates large parties. Two kitchens and two living rooms is unheard of - this rental offers that. The waterfront is also ideal with sandy bottom, weedless swimming and plenty of space. We enjoyed canoeing and fishing, lawn games and relaxation. If you’re planning a vacation for several people, this is the place to book!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Ark

Our family has thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Ark for the past three years. The home is clean and equipped with everything we need for a comfortable stay. Our children and grandchildren never have a dull moment with fishing, boating and swimming every day. This past stay was spectacular with the weather. We could not have asked for better. We hope to keep this tradition going for many years to come. Labor Day weekend 2024 here we come!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H., Cordova, MD

Awesome Home!!

We came for a week of ATV'n with 9 people total. Other than a gas grill, which I saw in another's review, the house lacked NOTHING! We brought our own grill :) We will schedule our next trip around the availability of this unit. Both kitchen's were fully furnished and plenty of HOT water for the showers...and plenty of room for 9-15ppl to spread out. Ample parking for 3 trucks and trailers...Cant wait to go back!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Returning Vacationer

This is our 2nd trip to the Ark...and where we will return to again! Spacious is an understatement. We had 4 couples and a single with PLENTY of room for more....House was clean, neat, and tidy. This trip the weather got cool enough to turn on the gas wood stove in the evening which really heated the house up quick. Enough parking for 4 trucks and trailers - tight, but manageable. No complaints! Look forward to returning again....
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Excellent Vacation Home!

My family and I stayed at the Ark 1 and 2 for about 10 days. There was plenty of room for all 6 of us to spread out. It was great to have two full kitchens, two sets of washers and dryers, and two full living rooms. We had additional family staying in another rental in Rangeley and when they came over, still plenty of room for evening dinners and sitting around chatting. The view from Gull Pond is wonderful.....it was a bit too cold to enjoy the porch and dock seating but we intend to return and get some use out of those and also getting out onto the water. Plenty of dishware and bowls, etc. to cook dinners - fully outfitted. The road in was great to get some exercise on in the mornings, everyone is very friendly. Just loved staying at the Ark and are planning on staying again. The owners really have decorated and made the Ark comfortable to stay in. The furniture in the living rooms are very comfortable! Just can't say enough about how great this accommodation is!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

SCOTT S.

A Good Stay with Some Disappointing Issues

My family and friends stayed in the Ark (both sides) early summer 2024 and had a great time with some issues. The Good *It's very close to the water *The water is shallow and warm. Perfect for little and big ones. *The bottom is mostly sand for quite a ways out from shore with a very gradual drop. *Less than a 10 minute drive to all the amenities in town. *The huge Great Room is an excellent gathering place. I dare say perfect. *The Morton & Furbush folks were had excellent communication and follow-up. *Beautiful pine board walls and accents through most of the place. *WiFi works well and handles a good load *The kitchens were well stocked with everything we needed. The only thing we wanted that they didn't have was a soft spatula. *The provided kayaks were great. The Bad *There are some maintenance issues. Such as a toilet that wouldn't flush as a piece was broken but replaced with a paperclip. *There were two leaks during a rainstorm that came through the ceiling. One of which we were asked to catch in a bucket. We did, but it needed to be emptied throughout one night. That put quite a damper on my following day. But they asked and it seemed like the right thing to do. *Some of the beds are exceptionally uncomfortable. The most notable example is the bed upstairs on the small side of the Ark. It's like sleeping in a bowl. *Goose poop. There is goose excrement everywhere between the building and the water. All over the lawn, the dock, the deck, etc. definitely not hygienic to go barefoot anywhere here or let little ones play without VERY close supervision. *There is no air conditioning. If high heat and humidity are a concern, you may want to consider staying elsewhere. We enjoyed our stay and may return with appropriate preparations first, such as brining our own air mattresses. Despite some concerns, the excellent communication from Morton & Furbush is definitely noteworthy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Family Camp Week

Our three generational family have returned to The Ark each July for 10+ years. We love the bunk room for the cousins, the proximity of the swimming area, the room to play board games and do puzzles, and the two kitchens to cook family meals.We look forward to returning.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

The Ark

Our family absolutely loves the ARK - we stay in both sides as we have a large family. It fits us all with room to spare. We used the canoe and paddled around Gull Pond. The loons are fun to see and we saw deer near the house. The large dining room table fits us all for family dinners and is the best part of the day for my Dad. Down town Rangeley has great restaurants - especially Furbish - nice to sit outside! We rented ATV's and spent the day having a lot of fun. The Alpine shop and other shops have some great stuff. Overall a great vacation and a great place to stay.

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