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4.914
55Amazing time! The fall colors are beautiful 🤎🍂🐶
55Amazing location! We have an outback and parked down near the cottages. Best feeling knowing our pup could run on the driveway freely while exploring the beach and woods without risk of cars or other dogs. Easy to find, peaceful, and a true treasure!
55Good spot! About 15-20 minutes of walking time up and down the driveway depending on how much your pup likes to sniff :) We did pass someone who was walking their dog on the property right as we were heading out (about 1 minute after Sniffspot time slot ended) which could be an issue if you have reactive pups like mine, but we were in the car already so we just had to deal with barking thankfully! I would just be aware coming in and heading out if you have reactive pups but otherwise overall a great spot 💗 We will be back!!
55We had a blast! One dog loved going in the water and my other pup enjoyed exploring the woods! It was nice and quiet. Water was very warm and clean. I wasn’t thinking and wore flip flops, so make sure you bring some sneakers or good foot wear! Lovely property!
55More relaxing each time. Excellent private location.
55Great spot!! My dog had a blast playing in the water and views were amazing!
55A piece of paradise for my girl and I!! I let her explore first, then we did some kayaking. The property is clean and beautiful. The road to the spot would be tough right now in a lower car, so beware. But you could also park at the top and walk down. It was private, and the only noise is from people across the lake and boats. I am always on the lookout for safe spots for my reactive dog. She is dog selective and just can’t have loose dogs running up to her. Boat launches are almost never safe, so this is now on my short list of perfect places for us.
55Second time even better. Wink was relaxed and happy right from the start. He played in the water, biting at the waves and dunking the ball. Explored in the bushes hiding the ball and finding it again. Love this place.
45Great spot. Sand beach for pups to explore!
55Exactly as described. We loved it and most importantly Wink gained confidence being able to relax and run in the water and sniff everything. It’s been difficult to find a safe water spot for him to explore and get wet. He’s actually afraid of water so being able to see him do zoomies as close to shore as he could get, but still be in the water was delightful. We enjoyed the long winding driveway in and hiked up and down a few times also exploring the water lookout spot halfway up the drive. Very relaxing and beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. We would love to come back and let Wink explore more water fun. Maybe past his belly. Ha, ha. I’m glad we got that far!!
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Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton

Acton, Maine
Unfenced
5 acres
4.914 reviews
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Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton

Acton, Maine
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Hosted by Megan S.
Sniffpass
4.914 reviews
Sniffpass
Unfenced
5 acres
Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton - Acton, Maine
Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton - Acton, Maine
Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton - Acton, Maine

Fencing

Enclosure

Unfenced


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsNo

Other dogs

No

I will not accept bookings when I am there with my dogs

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

No

We have two indoor cats who if there will not be making an appearance

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

This is a remote area but there are some houses on the upper road If you decide to walk on the upper road or explore the several acres across the street you could encounter someone walking on the street, although rare As one prior visitor astutely pointed out sound travels on water so you can hear people across the lake and the seem closer than they actually are but could be potential distraction for your pup

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

If you pull in and park in one of the two designated parking spots you will not encounter anyone

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Lake or pond

Woods

Trash can

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free


Pricing
$15 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

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Location

Acton, Maine

Description

5+ Acres to romp and swim on peninsula that extends into Balch Lake Park at the top of the hill, hike down allowing your dog a Sniff-Fari on the way and reward yourself with beautiful serene lake views and a spot for your pup to swim at the end Don’t want to walk? Drive down and just head right to the lake! For the more adventurous there are a couple acres to bushwhack across the street All unfenced, peninsula provides natural barrier, very private Gravel road, bring sturdy shoes for walk down and back, needs to be graded after recent rain Recommend SUV or truck if driving down the hill! If sedan, park at top and walk down (although our sedan does make it down FYI)

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water In heavy rain, gravel driveway can shift In that case, recommend parking at top and walking down if you do not have an SUV or truck This is a rustic camp-like setting There is brush, vegetation, some fallen trees from recent storms There is always brush to be cut down and cleared but we are cautious given erosion concerns At the top there are some pallets stacked as well as piles of brush to be hauled out If during summer season, our boat trailer may also be stored up there There is still plenty of room to park

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
4
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

This is my beloved family retreat and I trust that you will treat it as such. My biggest rule is NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND. GIVEN OUR PROXIMITY TO THE LAKE IF THERE WERE TO BE A FIRE WE WOULD NEVER BE ALLOWED TO REBUILD. With that out of the way please respect the land as you would your own AND ENJOY YOUR TIME. If your dog poops, please scoop and either carry out or place in metal trash bin provided at bottom of driveway. There is also a pooper scooper there for your use. If in season and water turned on, feel free to use the hose attached to the side of the outdoor shower on the little camp (first camp at end of driveway opposite little beach). If the water to the camps is turned off, the hose will not work. THE HOUSES ARE OFF LIMITS INCLUDING PORCHES. THE DOCKS ARE OFF LIMITS. ABSOLUTELY NO CAMPFIRES. The area that can be used for swimming is immediately adjacent to the end of the driveway on the right down a small slope. It has a wonderful view down the lake. Please do not venture any farther on to the property towards the camps. Do not go down to the point of land (peninsula) jutting in to the middle of the lake where the dock is attached. This dock comes in off season. During the summer season there are chairs at the beach (THEY ARE PUT AWAY IN OFF SEASON) so that you can sit and relax and play with your dogs while at the beach. Please feel free to throw sticks and to bring food and hang out. All trash should go in metal can where dog poop goes. Please try to limit trash as we have to call someone to pick up our trash (we do not have routine trash service). We have wildlife. Our precious loons make frequent appearances. Do not let your dogs swim or chase these birds. I have two hunting dogs and they want nothing more than to get these birds - I get it! Otherwise enjoy walking and letting your pups explore off leash. Our land is a peninsula so they can run and explore with the natural boundary of the lake. Across the road we also own a couple acres if you would like to bushwhack and explore there - there is no formal trail. My advice for the best visit would be to park at the top of the road in the grassy area, walk down the road. Veer left at the annex for a quick extra exploration then retrace your steps, keeping the water (cove) to your right. Follow the driveway all the way down and you will reach the camps where your pup(s) can swim at the beach, then hike back up. Wear good sturdy shoes - the road is rocky and at times wet and muddy. I hope you enjoy the spot! Please reach out with any questions or concerns. AND AGAIN NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND PLEASE


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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Megan's 5 Acre Lakefront Unfenced Private Dog Park with Lake Access In Acton

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