A Peaceful Getaway on Lake Messalonskee

Open year-round, Pressey House Lakeside Bed and Breakfast in Oakland, Maine offers a peaceful retreat for guests looking to relax and recharge. Set at the north end of Messalonskee Lake, the property combines quiet lakeside beauty with easy access to outdoor recreation in central Maine. With 100 feet of pristine waterfront, guests can enjoy the view or spend time on the water by kayak, canoe, or paddleboard.

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Our story

Built in 1850, Pressey House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. The bed and breakfast includes a suite on the ground floor of the octagon, the Granite Suite, while the Ell Suite connects the octagon to the barn, where guests will also find the Loft and Terrace Suites. Each suite is spacious, comfortable, and designed to offer a relaxing stay.

Located In The Belgrade Lakes Region

Pressey House is located in Oakland at the north end of Messalonskee Lake, in Maine’s beautiful Belgrade Lakes region. In the summer, guests can enjoy swimming, boating, water skiing, and fishing, while winter brings opportunities for skating, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. In the fall, the region comes alive with some of the most spectacular foliage in Maine. Your hosts, Nicole and Ron Goodheart, invite you to relax, explore, and enjoy all that this special lakeside setting has to offer.

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Discover the charm, comfort, and character of Pressey House. Whether you're visiting for a weekend escape or an extended stay, your perfect Maine retreat starts here.