Ski Castle | Your Private Fall Mountain Escape in Western Maine

Crisp mountain air. Brilliant fall color. Hot tub under the stars. Sauna after a day on the trails.

Welcome to the Ski Castle, a newly built, privately sited mountain retreat on 3 wooded acres in Newry, Maine. Designed for groups who want to explore western Maine by day and come home to something special at night, Castle Lodge comfortably sleeps 14 guests and gives you the space, privacy, and amenities to make a fall getaway feel like a true escape.

You're just 3 miles from Sunday River Golf Club, 2 miles from Frenchman's Hole, and minutes from Grafton Notch State Park and some of the best hiking and scenic drives in western Maine.

And when the day's adventures are over, you don't have to go anywhere.

Light the fire pit. Soak in the hot tub. Warm up in the custom sauna. Grill dinner on the deck. Pour a drink and watch the mountains change color as the sun goes down.

The best part of fall at the Ski Castle may be coming home.

Fall in Newry & Bethel

Autumn is when western Maine really shines.

Spend the morning hiking through brilliant foliage, explore waterfalls and mountain overlooks, take a scenic drive through Grafton Notch, or simply wander into Bethel for coffee, local shops, restaurants, and breweries.

Then return to your own private mountain retreat.

Fall adventures nearby

Grafton Notch State Park — 15 minutes: Hike Table Rock for panoramic mountain views, explore Screw Auger Falls, and discover some of western Maine's most spectacular fall scenery.

Frenchman's Hole — 2 miles: A beautiful natural swimming hole and waterfall that's especially scenic in the surrounding fall landscape.

Sunday River Golf Club — 3 miles: Enjoy one of Maine's most scenic golf settings surrounded by changing leaves.

Bethel Village — 8 miles: Restaurants, breweries, coffee, shopping, and local charm.

Artists Covered Bridge — 2 miles: One of Maine's most photographed covered bridges.

Mt. Abram Bike Park — 15 miles: Lift-served mountain biking and outdoor adventure.

Maine Mineral & Gem Museum — 8 miles: A great rainy-day stop or family outing.

Private pond — right outside: A peaceful place for morning coffee, wildlife watching, and dogs to splash around.

The Perfect Fall Evening

After a day outside, the Ski Castle gives your group everything you need to settle in.

Custom-built sauna

Private hot tub with Bluetooth speakers and LED lighting

Outdoor fire pit with wood provided

Wraparound deck with gas grill and griddle

Scenic private pond

Cornhole and yard games

Newly installed EV charger

Whole-house generator, so a power outage won't interrupt your getaway

Imagine coming back from a cool-weather hike, putting your feet up by the gas fireplace, then heading outside for a soak under the stars.

That's fall at the Ski Castle.

A House Built for small and large groups

The Ski Castle isn't simply a place to sleep — it's a place to spend time together.

The open-concept living area features floor-to-ceiling windows, mountain views, a gas fireplace, Smart TVs, board games, video games, and an arcade game.

The chef's kitchen is fully equipped for group meals, with a custom dining table, breakfast table, bar seating, and plenty of room for everyone to gather.

Every bedroom has blackout shades, and the home includes an in-unit washer and dryer.

Sleeps 14 Comfortably

Primary Suite — Top Floor

King bed

En-suite bathroom

Smart TV

Loft

Twin daybed

Private workspace

Yoga/exercise area

Bedroom 2 — Main Floor

Queen bed

Bedroom 3 — Main Floor

XL twin-over-queen bunk

Shared full bathroom

Lower-Level Bedroom 4

Two twin bunks

Twin trundle

Queen sofa bed

Full bathroom with tub

Wine fridge

Smart TV

Direct access to hot tub and sauna

Private, Peaceful & Dog Friendly

The Ski Castle sits on three private wooded acres, giving your group room to spread out and enjoy the mountain setting without feeling like you're on top of the neighbors.

There's a scenic pond on the property (perfect for your dog), paved parking for 6+ vehicles, and plenty of outdoor space for dogs and kids to explore.

Yes, we're dog-friendly.

Close to Everything — Yet Completely Secluded

Frenchman's Hole — 2 miles

Artists Covered Bridge — 2 miles

Sunday River Ski & Golf Club — 3 miles

Bethel Outdoor Adventure — 5 miles

Bethel Village — 8 miles

Maine Mineral & Gem Museum — 8 miles

Grafton Notch State Park — 15 minutes

Mt. Abram Bike Park — 15 miles

Private pond — on the property

Local Hosts. Personal Hospitality.

We're locals who know western Maine well and genuinely care about your stay.

We respond personally, walk every guest through check-in, and regularly visit the property to make sure everything is ready for your arrival.
The Ski Castle is independently safety-certified and stocked with quality linens, a fully equipped kitchen, and the toiletries you'll need from the moment you walk through the door.

No hidden fees. What you see is what you pay.

Come for the Foliage. Stay for the Ski Castle.

Fall weekends in western Maine don't last forever.

Come hike the mountains, chase waterfalls, explore Bethel, play a round of golf, take the scenic route through Grafton Notch — and then come back to your own private retreat.

The Ski Castle is where the adventure ends and the vacation really begins.

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