Escape to Rivah — Your Private Hot Tub Retreat in Bethel, Maine
Tucked among the trees in Bethel, Rivah is the kind of place where mornings begin with coffee on the deck, afternoons are spent exploring Maine's mountains and lakes, and evenings end soaking in your private hot tub beneath the stars.
Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, mountain biking at Mt. Abram, hiking Grafton Notch, celebrating a wedding weekend, or simply escaping city life, Rivah was thoughtfully designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and truly relax.
Bring your dog, unplug from the everyday, and experience the peaceful side of western Maine.
Why Guests Love Staying Here
✔ Private hot tub surrounded by trees
✔ Private fire pit with Adirondack chairs
✔ Peaceful wooded setting
✔ Minutes from Bethel Village & Sunday River
✔ Dog-friendly
✔ Perfect for couples and solo travelers
✔ Ideal home base for hiking, biking, skiing & lake adventures
Perfect For
• Romantic weekends
• Anniversary trips
• Wedding guests
• Sunday River vacations
• Mt. Abram mountain biking
• Hiking & kayaking adventures
• Leaf-peeping getaways
• New England road trips
The Space
Sleep Comfortably
After a full day outdoors, settle into a comfortable queen bed with soft linens and warm wood surroundings.
The convertible sleeper sofa accommodates an additional guest, making Rivah ideal for couples, friends, or small families.
Enjoy:
• Queen bed
• Convertible sleeper sofa
• Smart TV
• Bluetooth speaker
• Wi-Fi
• Cozy propane fireplace
Kitchenette
Everything you need for simple meals before heading out to explore.
• Mini refrigerator (no freezer)
• Gas range and oven
• Coffee station
• Dining table overlooking the trees
Bathroom
Simple, clean, and stocked with the essentials.
• Walk-in shower
• Plush towels
• Starter toiletries
Your Private Outdoor Retreat
This is where most guests spend their time.
Start the morning with coffee on the deck.
Spend the afternoon exploring nearby lakes, rivers, and trails.
Come home, light the fire, relax beneath the string lights, and soak in your private hot tub while listening to the sounds of the forest.
Outdoor amenities include:
• Private hot tub
• Private fire pit
• Adirondack chairs
• Outdoor dining area
• Gas grill
• Wooded surroundings
• Dog-friendly outdoor space
Explore Western Maine
You'll be close to everything while still feeling tucked away in nature.
3 minutes → Round Pond
5 minutes → Mt. Abram Ski & Bike Park
9 minutes → Bethel Village
10 minutes → Restaurants, breweries & local shops
15 minutes → Sunday River Resort, golf & wedding venues
21 minutes → Grafton Loop Trail
1.5 hours → Portland, Maine
3.5 hours → Boston
Traveling With Friends?
Rivah shares the property with our sister cabin, Uptah. Each cabin has its own private hot tub, fire pit, deck, outdoor dining area, and separate space, making them perfect for couples or families traveling together while still enjoying privacy.
Rent both cabins together to accommodate up to six guests.
Guest Access
You'll have private access to the entire cabin, deck, hot tub, and outdoor living area. The bathroom utility closet remains locked.
Good to Know Before You Book
• Primary guest must be 25 years or older and staying onsite for the duration of the reservation.
• A rental agreement, photo ID, and a $200 security hold are required after booking. The security hold is authorized two days before arrival and automatically released seven days after departure if no damage is reported. Please note we are on the exception list as we are API Connected to a hotel-style software called OwnerRez to safely and securely take off-platform security deposits.
• Our cabin is on a private well, and water is a precious resource in the mountains. We kindly ask guests to help conserve water by turning off taps when not in use and keeping showers to a reasonable length. While the water is safe to drink, some guests prefer to bring bottled water or fill reusable bottles at a local natural spring just 5 minutes away.
• The kitchenette includes a compact mini-fridge (no freezer). If you're bringing extra groceries or frozen items, we recommend packing a cooler with ice for additional storage.
• A starter coffee and tea station is provided to help you ease into your Maine mornings.
• Outdoor amenities are available seasonally (May–October), including the picnic table, bistro table, gas grill, and yard games.
• Cell service is generally strong. Wi-Fi is the best available for our rural location and works well for streaming and browsing, though it may not be ideal for frequent video calls.
• The driveway is steep and gravel. All-wheel drive or four-wheel drive is recommended year-round, especially during winter weather. The driveway is professionally plowed and sanded after each snowfall.
• To help everyone enjoy a peaceful stay, we do not allow parties, smoking or vaping inside the cabin, or unregistered guests.
• Dogs are welcome! We allow up to 2 dogs (2 years or older is preferred). A $50 pet fee per dog applies. We simply ask that dogs are house-trained, supervised, and respectful of the property so future guests—and their pups—can enjoy it too.
Starter coffee and tea kit provided
Picnic table, deck bistro table, and yard games available May - October.
Cell service is strong; WiFi is the area’s best available (but not ideal for video calls)
Steep dirt driveway – 4WD highly recommended winter and spring
Driveway plowed and sanded after each snowstorm
No parties
No smoking or vaping inside the cabin
Registered guests only