In the Heart of the Mountains
Experience Luxury and Serenity
Luxury Mountain Lodge | Sleeps 16 | Hot Tub · Sauna · Game Room · Views
Bethel, ME, United States
This 5-bedroom Bethel chalet sits 8 miles from Sunday River with mountain views from a wraparound deck, private hot tub, barrel sauna, and fire pit. The game room features pool, ping pong, air hockey, arcade machines, and karaoke, while the backyard playground and pet-friendly policy make it ideal for multi-family groups and reunions seeking both adventure access and on-site entertainment.
Good to know
Welcome to Crimson Hideaway, a luxury chalet in Bethel, Maine, with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths for up to 16 guests (adults, children, and infants). It’s perfect for family reunions, retreats, and micro-weddings. We’ve been Superhosts for 4 years with nearly 300 five-star reviews, this home is among the area’s top-rated, and we can’t wait to host you. Traveling with a bigger group? Our other chalet is just down the street and sleeps 13 more, so you can book both for up to 29 guests. ⭐️ "The chalet was phenomenal and was even better than the photographs showed. Our grandkids never left the playroom and hot tub... The view of the sunsets on the large deck was breathtaking." — Bob PRIME LOCATION 📍 5 mins to Bethel Village shops and restaurants 📍 8 miles to Sunday River — skiing, golf, archery, and lift rides 📍 5 miles to Mt. Abram for skiing, boarding, and mountain biking 📍 Close to fishing, swimming, kayaking, tubing, and hiking 📍 Parking for up to 6 vehicles EXPERIENCE AT A GLANCE 🌄 Wraparound deck with panoramic Mt. Abram views, outdoor dining, and BBQ grill (on the deck, and may be inaccessible in winter) 🧖 7-person hot tub · 4-person barrel sauna · swing bench and bar table 🔥 Backyard fire pit, cornhole, bocce, frisbee golf, yoga gear, and children's playground with swings, slide, and climbing walls 🏡 Great room with 65" smart TV, gas fireplace, and dining/kitchen island seating for 16 👩🍳 Gourmet kitchen: coffee bar, air fryer/toaster oven, waffle maker, Ninja blender, lobster pot, instant pot, and full cookware 🎮 Game room: 3-in-1 table (pool, ping pong, air hockey), 2 arcade machines, karaoke with disco lights, popcorn station, and wall games (Tic Tac Toe, Connect 4, Scrabble) 🎬 Basement living room with 75" smart TV 👶 Family-friendly: high chair, Pack 'n Play, baby gate, children's dinnerware 🐾 Pet-friendly: up to 2 house-trained dogs (kennel and bowls provided) 🧺 In-unit washer/dryer with supplies provided ❄️ AC on the upper two floors from Memorial Day to Labor Day· Whole-home backup generator · Boot dryer · 7 smart TVs 🚿 Linens, bath towels, hot tub towels, and a starter kit including ground coffee, basic kitchen/cleaning supplies, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. 5 BEDROOMS · 9 BEDS · 3.5 BATHS Main floor ★ Primary suite for 2 — king bed, 55" smart TV, ensuite bath with shower, dresser, and closet ★ Half bath Upper floor ★ Queen canopy bedroom for 2 — smart TV, workstation, closet ★ Double queen bedroom for 4 — smart TV, closet ★ Full bath with shower and tub Basement ★ Queen bedroom for 2 — scenic view, smart TV, dresser, closet ★ Custom bunk room for 6 — 2 twins and 2 queens, smart TV, dresser ★ Full bath with shower CONCIERGE SERVICES Elevate your stay with optional concierge services — details sent after booking: ✅ In-home massages and facials ✅ Private chef and catering ✅ Fresh flowers and celebration setup on arrival ✅ Grocery stock-up, party décor & micro wedding partner services ✅ Firewood delivery
Other Details to Note
⚠️ PLEASE NOTE BEFORE BOOKING 📝 Rental Agreement, ID & Security Deposit Hold This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement and the booker’s ID verification. Guests are required to either authorize a refundable temporary $500 security deposit hold (not a traditional security deposit, not an actual charge, released if no damage/excessive cleaning), OR opt in for a $45 non-refundable damage waiver provided by a third-party insurance company. The optional damage waiver is $45 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $2 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. To make this process easy for you, we use the Happy Guest guest portal— a simple, secure website, no app or account required. All adult guests must be 25+ except members of the same family. Lodging tax: 9% collected and remitted on your behalf. 🐾 Pet Policy • Pet fee: $225 pet fee, for up to 2 fully house-trained dogs that are current on rabies vaccination and flea/tick prevention. • No cats or other pets • Pet rules apply (off furniture and pool, crate if alone). Full rules sent at booking. • Provided: kennel (24"x36") and bowls 💍 WEDDINGS, RETREATS & CELEBRATIONS We welcome intimate weddings, retreats, and special gatherings within our maximum guest capacity of 16. Additional fees or policies may apply depending on group size and event details. Reach out for more information. ~Check-in and Check-Out~ Standard check-in time is 4:00 PM, and check-out is 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a small fee, subject to cleaning schedules. ~Refunds~ We want your stay to be perfect, but please understand that we cannot issue refunds for factors beyond our control, such as weather conditions. We highly recommend guests purchase trip insurance. This home is nestled in the heart of nature. To help keep critters out, please keep doors and windows closed during your stay. Despite regular pest control efforts, occasional encounters with insects or other small pests—indoors or outdoors—may occur. No refunds will be issued for pest sightings. Additional cleaning may be required for stays over 10 days. Please reach out to inquire about longer stays. Violations of our house rules may lead to guests having to leave prematurely without a refund. Prioritizing Guest Safety, this home features smoke and CO detectors, fire extinguishers, a propane gas alarm, and a professionally installed children’s playground with 9 inches of protective pine bark mulching. Exterior cameras are active at all times for property and insurance purposes. To respect our neighbors, a noise monitoring device is installed on the property to measure sound levels only—it does not record audio.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the unit, free
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub Private, fits up to 7 people, open year-round, open 24 hours
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the unit, free
- Wifi
Luxury Amenities
- Air hockey table
- Chef
- Game room
- Spa services
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard Private
- Outdoor seating
- Patio Private
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the unit, free
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub Private, fits up to 7 people, open year-round, open 24 hours
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the unit, free
- Wifi
Luxury Amenities
- Air hockey table
- Chef
- Game room
- Spa services
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard Private
- Outdoor seating
- Patio Private
Entertainment
- Arcade machine
- Ping Pong Table
- Pool table
- Theme room
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table 12 parking spaces
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice maker
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Children's books and toys
- Children's tableware
- Fireplace guards
- High chair Free
- Outlet covers
- Playground
- Stair gates
- Travel crib Free
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Indoor fireplace
- Portable fans
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises Free, on premises
- Gym
- Private living room
- Sauna Private
- Free street parking
Location features
- Laundromat nearby
- Mountain view
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Located in a peaceful residential neighborhood, just 5 minutes to restaurants, and 12 minutes to Sunday River. 🌲 Things to Do Nearby • Sunday River Resort – skiing, snowboarding, lift rides • Mt. Abram - skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking • Grafton Notch – hiking trails and scenic views • Step Falls Preserve – gentle hikes and waterfalls • Frenchman’s Hole – clear swimming hole • Bethel Outdoor Adventure – river floats, kayaks, and more • Androscoggin River and Bryant Pond (Lake Christopher) - fishing and swimming in a small beach area • Sunday River Golf – mountain-view golf course • Maine Mineral & Gem Museum – Moon & Mars rocks • Dog sledding – guided snowy rides through the woods
Guest Access
You’ll receive a unique access code for a seamless and secure 24-hour self-check-in experience with our smart lock. You’ll enjoy exclusive access to the entire home, ensuring a private and comfortable stay, including access to the outdoor spaces--hot tub, sauna, fire pit, children’s playground, and more.
Find us
Bethel, ME, United States
Downtown Bethel is walkable and easy to navigate on foot. However, we recommend getting around by car during your stay, especially if you plan to enjoy outdoor activities like skiing or hiking. During the warmer months, you can also explore the scenic trails by bike. Nearby destinations: • 12 mins to Sunday Ski River Resort • 9 mins to Mt Abram Resort • 5 mins to downtown Bethel • 8 mins to North Pond Lake • 24 mins to Grafton Notch State Park • 1.5 hours to Portland, Maine Airport • 3.5 hours to Boston Logan International Airport • 3.75 hours to Bar Harbor
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