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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 10 167.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Mount Desert, ME
- Acadia National Park4 min drive
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center16 min drive
- Cadillac Mountain19 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Summer 2025 book now and experience the beautiful views!
Built by Daniel Somes, son of the pioneer, the Mount Desert House is of prime historical interest as an early public house on Mount Desert Island located just minutes from the beautiful Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Come stay where Thomas Cole, principle artist of the Hudson River School, Frederick Church and hundreds of others have stayed while exploring Mount Desert Island.
Your party will be the only guests of the Inn occupying the entire second and third floor of a wing. The second floor consists of the 'Pawn's Room' full bunk bottom with a single top, connecting bath to the 'Knight's Room' (queen ). The 'Bishop's Room' (Queen)has its own private bath.
The third floor known as 'The Castle' consists of a large open living area with beamed cathedral ceiling and a completely furnished large kitchen, (ice-maker, microwave, stove, oven, disposal, refrigerator w/cold water) a living room with table and chairs, gas fireplace, small sleeping loft with queen floor mattress and twin and full bathroom with tub and shower, washer and dryer.
The suite has water and mountain views and a private entrance and balcony.
Comes with all linens, towels, dishes, and kitchen appliances, BBQ grill, canoe. smart TV flat screen TV.
Sleeping arrangement: Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1- Queen bed
Bedroom 2- double bed w/ single bunk on top
Bedroom 3- Queen bed
Loft- Queen bed and one single
Private off street parking.
Your party will be the only guests of the Inn occupying the entire second and third floor of a wing. The second floor consists of the 'Pawn's Room' full bunk bottom with a single top, connecting bath to the 'Knight's Room' (queen ). The 'Bishop's Room' (Queen)has its own private bath.
The third floor known as 'The Castle' consists of a large open living area with beamed cathedral ceiling and a completely furnished large kitchen, (ice-maker, microwave, stove, oven, disposal, refrigerator w/cold water) a living room with table and chairs, gas fireplace, small sleeping loft with queen floor mattress and twin and full bathroom with tub and shower, washer and dryer.
The suite has water and mountain views and a private entrance and balcony.
Comes with all linens, towels, dishes, and kitchen appliances, BBQ grill, canoe. smart TV flat screen TV.
Sleeping arrangement: Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1- Queen bed
Bedroom 2- double bed w/ single bunk on top
Bedroom 3- Queen bed
Loft- Queen bed and one single
Private off street parking.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
100.00 fee per dog .
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Somesville
Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.

Mount Desert, ME
What's nearby
- Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
- Otter Cliff - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jordan Pond House - 20 min drive
- Shell - 10 min walk
- Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 12 min drive
- Abel's Lobster - 4 min drive
- Island Take Out - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by William Reiff 207-244-7285

Though the Mount Desert House is the oldest inn on Mount Desert Island, Bill and Tina Reiff restarted the inn in 2002. Since then they have enjoyed many years of great guests and fun times throughout the summer.
Why they chose this property
You wouldn't to want to be anywhere else. Come have some fun!
What makes this property unique
The Mount Desert House is located at the center of the island making it a good choice for a base from which to explore the area. The dock on Somes Sound services the boats and provides access to the ocean.
Languages:
English, German, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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