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Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres

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view from the water at high tide
Exterior
Downstairs is one open Great Room
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres

Enjoy this beautiful 1990 constructed post and beam home nestled in the woods on a private five acre retreat. This home has cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, an open floor plan with lots of windows. The first floor bedroom has a queen-size bed and views through the woods to the water. There is a half-bath on the first floor. Walk upstairs to a private, spacious loft with two twin beds and a full bathroom. Watch the change of the water on this tidal cove (11 ft tidal change). Swim at high tide off granite ledges and enjoy low tide walks along the shoreline. Your stay includes all bed linens and bath towels.

It is important to arrive at your vacation rental without any huge surprises, so let me tell you a bit more about the place.

The house is 1200 square feet, located 1/2 mile down a dirt road. You cannot see another house from our house. There is a washer/dryer but not a dishwasher. There is a DVD/VHS player but no regular television stations. There is wifi internet connection at the house. There is a forced hot air Rinnai heater, as well as a woodstove. The water is only 120 feet away from the deck. At high tide there is 11 feet of water, and at low tide there are mudflats. The town of Ellsworth is 6 miles away and has 2 large grocery stores, shopping, movies, and restaurants.

Our rentals run Saturday to Saturday.

We have a limit of 4 people sleeping at the house, and we do not allow pets.

Acadia National Park is a treasure to explore. The Schoodic Peninsula area of Acadia is more remote, less traveled, yet equally as spectacular as the Mount Desert Island area. This rental house is a 30 minute drive from each of these Acadia National Park locations.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Pets
No Smoking
Maximum of 4 people

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Wild Acadia Fun Park and Seacoast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Kisma Preserve - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Wild Acadia Fun Park - 14 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop On The Run - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres?

As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres on 3 July 2026 start from NZ$437, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Post & Beam Home on 5 Peaceful Acres located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and within 6 miles (10 km) of Trenton Health Center and Kisma Preserve. Wild Acadia Fun Park and Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lillian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The wonderful hosts, the property’s beautiful and tranquil surroundings and excellent access to Acadia and Ellsworth has kept us coming back…a home away from home!Lillian S. Warwick, NY
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Nice and quiet. Short drive to Acadia NP. Good communication with our hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved having breakfast & coffee on the deck and watching birds! Good access to many coastal attractions, not just MDI
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week! Perfect location for hanging out, visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor, as well as the Schoodic Peninsula and other coastal communities! Stayed here a couple of times with our daughters when they were young and this time with just the two of us. It was wonderful every time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with an excellent location. We had a wonderful vacation. The peacefulness and views were exceptional. Great jumping off spot for Acadia, Schoodic area, and Bar Harbor. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful. Everything we needed was provided plus some extras.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I loved our stay at this waterfront home in Lamoine. It was so peaceful and secluded; we enjoyed just sitting on the deck and looking through the trees to the water. The location is great for exploring Acadia National Park--close to both MDI and the Schoodic Peninsula--as well as several other fantastic nature preserves. The amenities provided by the hosts were perfect; we had everything we needed for our stay and hope we can return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

April S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters Trip

Great home base for our Sisters trip! Loved lighting the fire and reminiscing with some Maine libations each night….
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William S L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved the house, amazing location, had everything we needed and more. Loved the river, my husband went fishing and crabbing during the stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leila P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful. Convenient location. It was secluded and still close enough to town and Acadia. The hosts left us snacks and a map for hiking, everything was so hospitable. I would definitely recommend. It is nicely stocked in case you forget something little which I really appreciated. Loved being on the water!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clare E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Autumn Vacation House

Our stay at Cathy and Rick’s lovely home lived aligned with previous most favorable reviews. The house and it’s serene yet very convenient location offered all that we needed for a perfect autumn vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

++++++++++++++++++++ B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall vacation

We had a great time and will recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shyla T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private and peaceful

This home was the perfect location to come back to after enjoying Acadia. Owner is excellent to communicate with, if needed. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great Maine getaway

Property as described. Home very clean and accommodating. Quiet and secluded yet convenient to Bar harbor/Acadia. We really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

After hiking and biking in Acadia this was a perfect place to end each day. We spent 2 weeks here and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful peaceful place to stay in Maine.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cabin in the woods

Terrific place, perfect for a family of 4. Clean, simple and quiet. It was our third time renting the place and will do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin and location were a peaceful and restorative oasis to reset and be together as a family. Provisions were not lacking. Watching the water from the couch, bedroom, deck, or shoreline made it impossible not to relax!!! After a day of exploring more bustling areas, it was always a treat to come back to a cozy cabin that felt like a hug. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony Q.

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Awesome

Trip was amazing. Quiet, serene, relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable and all the amenities we needed were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

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Peaceful Retreat 5 Stars!!!

Cabin is located in such a relaxing location. A woodsy setting with water access. My daughters enjoyed playing in the low tide mud flat (adventurous kids dream) and then swimming at high tide. The dramatic change with the tide was wonderful to watch. The cabin itself is feels so spacious even though its only 1200 sq ft. Location makes it so easy to get to Acadia/ Bar Harbor. Cathy and Rick were extremely responsive with recreational type questions leading up to the visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maine Coast and Acadia

This is a beautiful and secluded cabin in the woods, just a short drive from Acadia National Park. It was clean and well/stocked with everything needed for our week-long stay. From the back porch we saw deer, turkey, and many birds. I highly recommend. turkeys,and
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

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Waterfront Gem

The charm of this place is off the hook. Their water access is awesome. If Acadia wasn't so close, we might have spent most of our time at the house. And you don't have to enter Acadia to see wildlife, as it comes through the backyard all on it's own. This place was truly heaven and we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We loved staying at Cathy’s place. The location was perfect for exploring and for enjoying some tranquility. We were amazed with the high quality of the accommodation and the effort taken by Cathy to make our stay comfortable. We have stayed in lots of accommodation around the world and this was one of our favourites. We would 100% stay here again. Thank you Cathy for sharing your gorgeous place with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mallory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Everything about this property is perfect! Tucked away in the trees away from all the hustle and bustle of the town is a perfect cabin. The cabin was clean when we arrived! Had no problem communicating with the owner. We had a wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne Modrak M.

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Birder heaven

Just wonderful! House had everything we needed and the location was great for going to the Schoodic Peninsula and Mt Desert . The hosts kindly left flowers , a map and snacks which was a pleasant surprise. Hope we can get back some day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic spot surrounded by natural beauty

We had a wonderful time at Cathy's lovely cottage. We relaxed on the deck watching the jade green water flowing into the inlet and listening to the bird song. The welcome gift was thoughtful and tasteful, as were all the touches in the cottage such as Meyer's hand soap, Burt's Bees shampoo and an excellent range of games and books. We loved every moment of our stay and will return again and again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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Hosted by Cathy Straka & Rick Miller

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