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Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park

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Where memories are made
The Bungalow is a special place
Morning fire, afternoon fire, or evening fire...this is where it's at!
Aerial view of cabin and dock lakeside
Aerial view of lakeside of cabin

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Place, Abrams Pond
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park

Welcome to the Bungalow. This traditional, rustic, lakefront, cabin located on George's Pond and offers a quiet, peaceful Maine getaway. Built-in 1905, its rustic ambiance has all of the modern-day amenities without sacrificing the experience. You can fall asleep listening to the loons sing and awaken to the sunrise watching eagles and osprey feed on the lake. George's Pond is a 380-acre spring-fed lake surrounded by glimpses of the mountains of Acadia National Park. It is lake life at its best! The kids will spend hours swimming, fishing, kayaking, and jumping off the famous diving rock in the lake. This cabin sleeps 9 (2 Queen bedrooms, 5 twin beds in the loft), as well as a hammock perfect for an afternoon nap. We are minutes to Schoodic Mountain and Schoodic Beach where you can hike or have a picnic on Donnell’s Pond. Schoodic’s summit is flat with 360-degree breathtaking views over Frenchman Bay and Mount Desert Island. The Downeast Sunrise Trail is a revamped railway with miles of trails for biking, hiking, ATV, or walking (see website for more information) just minutes from the cabin. Schoodic Head is 30 minutes towards Winter Harbor and also part of Acadia National Park. There you will find beautiful hikes, a cute harbor town, and great ice cream. The cabin has a private dock, large yard perfect for family entertaining and playing games, enjoying a bonfire, or reading a good book in the hammock. Acadia National Park, known as the crown jewel of the North Atlantic coast, protects the highest and most beautiful rocky headlands. The cabin is just 40 minutes to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. There you can shop the island boutiques, dine in Bar Harbor's wonderful restaurants, go whale watching or grab a homemade ice cream cone. You can also play golf at the famous Kebo Valley course. On the way home, stop and pick wild blueberries and make a cobbler or relax on the dock and watch the eagles ha fish. There are multiple bike, kayak, and boat rentals available from local vendors. Kayaks and life vests are provided. Come for a visit, your memories will last a lifetime.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Lake view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean all dishes. Remove food and trash.
Strip used beds.
Hang wet towels to dry.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please treat this cabin like your favorite antique.
Quiet hours on the lake are from 10 pm to 7 am.
Put all trash in bins located by the shed, one is labeled trash and one is labeled bottles & cans. Please replace lids to keep out the wild animals.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is on the waterfront. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sullivan Harbor Farm and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Donnell Pond - 16 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Acadia National Park - 44 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 57 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 61 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chippers - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Itty Bitty Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪maine coast sea vegetables - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chippers Restaurant And Catering - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Abrams Pond and within 9 miles (15 km) of Donnell Pond and Black Beach. Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Sullivan Harbor Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Hartley

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My husband grew up in Bar Harbor and spent his Summers as a boy going "upta camp" on Donnell's Pond which is just a few miles away. It was important to him that his son spend his Summer's the same way he did. We love George's Pond. It's our happy place.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property because its a traditional old historic Maine cabin with the open loft and floor to ceiling fireplace. It has a lot of open green space for kids to play and enjoy Maine life at its best. When our friends and family come to visit, the parents report back that this was their favorite vacation ever. And that's pretty special.

What makes this property unique

The thing that makes this property unique is that its incredibly quiet and peaceful and away from the hustle and bustle yet close to the tourist attractions of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The only sounds you hear is the singing of the loons and the occasional boat passing by. It's truly a Summer dream!

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