FAQ & Policies

Everything you need to know.

Booking Steps

1. Request
Send us your dates and event type through the request form.
2. Confirm
We'll reply by email with availability and the rental agreement.
3. Reserve
Sign the agreement and place the $1,000 reservation deposit (applied to your balance). Full payment is due 30 days before arrival.
4. Plan
You handle your own planning, vendors, and timeline. For weddings, you'll get access to our shared container of helpful info and supplies. We're happy to answer property-specific questions along the way.
5. Arrive
Check-in, settle in, and start your stay.

Fees

Gathering Event Package$3,000 weekend / $2,000 weekday + 5.5% tax

Celebration Event Package$6,000 weekend / $4,000 weekday + 5.5% tax

Wedding Event Package$10,000 weekend / $6,000 weekday + 5.5% tax

Lodge Nightly Rate$1,000–$2,500 seasonal; demand-based and confirmed at booking

Cleaning Fee$500

Pet Fee$150 / pet

Additional Guest Fee$25 / person beyond 30

Reservation Deposit$1,000 (applied to balance)

Damage Deposit$500 (refundable)

Maine Lodging Tax9%

Event Liability Insurance~$150–$250 (Celebration & Wedding)

Included

✓Lodging booked separately: comfortable sleeping for 30, up to 45 with flexible options
✓All event tiers: tent, stage, tables, chairs, JBL Partybox portable speaker, and shared container
✓Linens for event tables
✓Celebration & Wedding: Event Shack and dance floor; Wedding: professional sound system
✓Lakefront use: dock, swimming, kayaks, canoe, paddleboard, paddleboat, fishing boat with motor (subject to availability)
✓Pickleball courts, basketball hoop, firepit, sauna, hot tub, theater room

Not Included

·Portable restroom rentals (required for Celebration & Wedding; renter arranges)
·Catering and bar service
·Day-of coordination
·Florist, photographer, officiant, DJ / live music

Common Questions

Is the sound system fixed in the tent?+

No, it's portable. It can be used in the tent or moved to your ceremony site.

Are restrooms provided?+

Couples and groups are responsible for arranging portable restroom rentals.

Is the lake and winter gear guaranteed to be available?+

Life jackets, boats, kayaks, yard games, sleds, and ice skates are all available on a use-and-share basis. Inventory shifts throughout the season, so we can't guarantee an exact count or size at any given time.

What's the fee for extra overnight guests?+

$25 per person for guests beyond 30, up to a total of 45 using on-site pull-out sofas, cots, and sleeping mats.

What's your cancellation policy?+

120+ days before arrival: full refund including the reservation deposit. 60–119 days: reservation deposit forfeited, all other payments refunded. Under 60 days: full balance forfeited. The $500 inventory and damage deposit is refunded within 7 days if all items are returned in good condition.

Can we bring pets?+

Yes — $150 per pet. Let us know in advance.