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At Echo Escape, endless fun awaits you, family and friends.
Echo Escape has been a family gathering spot for years. Our kids grew up here, our dogs swim here and we love sharing it. The water is steps from the house, the lawn is open for games, and the fire pit is ready to ignite. We have created lifelong memories at this wonderful escape and hope you will too. Enjoy!
Check-in is 4pm, check-out is 10am. We'll send keypad instructions before your stay, so there's no need to coordinate a meeting time.
Mt. Vernon is a small town in the Lakes Region of Maine — about 20 miles northwest of Augusta and surrounded by lakes, forests, and genuine Maine quiet.
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 70 miles | 1 hr 30 min |
| Boston, MA | 180 miles | 3 hr 15 min |
| New Hampshire Border | 100 miles | 2 hr |
| Canada Border (Jackman, ME) | 90 miles | 1 hr 45 min |
| Quebec City, QC | 250 miles | 4 hr 30 min |
| Montreal, QC | 220 miles | 4 hr |
Yes — Echo has very clean, clear water. Our swim raft is at a depth of about 15ft and the docks have ladders to make entry/exit easy. No diving off the shore dock please...it's about 6 feet deep. Both docks are well suited for use by kids and adults alike. Water temperatures are most comfortable from June through September.
Yup! We usually have a cache of firewood under the deck to keep it dry.
Full refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in. Inside 14 days, you'll be refunded 50% of nights not yet started.
Fridge, stove with oven, microwave, dishwasher, and coffee maker.
Comfortably 10. There are 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms in total. The master bedroom and 2 guest rooms have queens, and the bunkroom has 4 bunks appropriate for kids. Additionally, there is a loft that sleeps 2 comfortably.
All bedding and linens are provided as well as lake and bath towels.
Everything's included — 3 kayaks, 2 canoes, and 3 paddleboards are stored by the dock and ready to use, along with life jackets in a range of sizes.
Yes, use the firewood under the deck and please ensure the pieces are not too large. Any wood placed in the wood stove needs to fit in the wood stove. Lighter and paper are in the basement labeled 'Fire Pit'
The driveway can comfortably accommodate 6-8 vehicles. A camper or trailer up to 25ft in length can fit no problem.
The boat launch is located on the north side of the lake past camp Laurel when coming from the south
Trash bags and a large exterior trash bin and recycling bin are provided at the house.
Summer weekends in the Lakes Region book up early — check the calendar before you plan around it.