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“Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME

Riverside holiday home in Bass Harbor with a water park

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Exterior
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Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Kids Room

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

“Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME

Brookshire Cottage is a luxury 100 year old totally renovated Bungalow home located on Mount Desert Island in Bass Harbor. Near wonderful trails 5 mins away on the ocean. Ships Harbor Trail and Wonderland Trail. Road in front of our home circles the Island around Seawall. Very Scenic drive along the water.

The property is a 3 bedroom home with Luxury Master Suite with Master Bath, claw foot tub, and seamless glass shower. Perfect for relaxing after hiking the trails of the park or kayaking in the ocean or lakes. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking for a large group! Farmhouse sink and table inside and outside for family meals! Fire pit, gas grill, and lobster cooker available! The property is dog friendly for dogs 50 lbs and under with a pet fee $125.00. Smart TV in all the bedrooms and living room. The house has air conditioning also for keeping cool in the Summer. Please note that the Air Conditioner is only on the first floor. Windows and large fans upstairs. Rarely does the temperature at night become to
hot. If you rent in the Fall we have a gas stove for keeping warm. The property is up the street from Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Ferry Terminal and hiking trails only 5 mins away! Located on the quiet side of the Island but only a short drive to Bar Harbor. Many great restaurants and stores on our side of island too. Decorated with a classic theme. The house was totally rebuilt and redecorated 3 years ago. We provide comfortable sheets and linens. This is very important to our family. There are two separate rooms with queen beds and another bunk room that has three single beds. Trundle bed in living room.

There is another guest house in the back that is rented separate from the main house.
LittleBrook Cottage .

**Please note If you are bringing a dog please add it to the reservation so it will charge the $125 pet fee** otherwise we must do this manually. We strive hard to be pet friendly.

Keep in mind we are not handicapped accessible. The house has stairs.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Smart TV in all bedrooms and WIFI
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Under 50 pounds with permission Pet Fee $125.00
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only receptacles for disposal

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dogs do not PEE on lawn. Signs show PET walk area. $200.00 damage fee if dogs pee in grass. Turns green grass brown. Trying to stay Pet Friendly.
If pet over 60 lbs please contact owner. If pet left alone, please kennel! Kennel provided upon request. Rules strictly followed
Very important to us to have dogs travel with owners! Please everyone do your part. Pet Friendly properties are hard to find! Extra work and expense

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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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Map
Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 35 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at the cottage. Great location for a visit to Bar Harbor and adjacent communities. Quick drive to Acadia National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheetal F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, comfortable and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audra D.

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

Brookshire Cottage

This property is super cute with shabby chic touches. The master bed was very comfortable and the kitchen had modern appliances.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute cottage

We very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell C., Aldie

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

Great stay and perfect location

Nice property with everything you need. Great location with easy access to Acadia and Bar harbor
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

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

Cozy Stay

It was perfect for our quick stop in Acadia. The house was perfect for our family of six, and the host was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

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

Great homebase to explore

Everything was great! We enjoyed relaxing at the cottages, and the kitchen enabled us to cook easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

Family trip

Fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

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

Loved the decor!

Two sisters and one friend stayed at this lovely cottage while exploring Acadia! Place was decorated with a loving touch and everything needed for comfort and enjoyment. Communication with the owner was easy! The nearby town was a plus! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

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

Fall break

Absolutely beautiful property…wished we had booked a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Renato N.

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

Nice stay

It was a nice stay, about a 30-35 minute drive to Acadia/Bar Harbor. Only thing to note is that only the living area had AC so the upstairs bedrooms got a bit warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaspreet K.

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

Gorgeous cottage

Very cute and well decorated! Host provided all the essentials we needed for a fun getaway in Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Lovely cottage near Acadia

We had a fantastic fall weekend. The host was gracious and gave us perfect advice for local dining and hiking. The cottage is well appointed with everything you could need. Charming decor. True New England!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth B.

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

Seaside Cottage Haven

We loved staying in this cottage. It was cozy but also spacious, and the architecture and decor were both beautiful. Everything was clearly labeled and easy to find. We would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Patsy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house but too many rules and many trip hazards.

We enjoyed our stay in Tremont as this location is close to the Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor where we spent our days exploring the scenic areas, wWe shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Magical Maine getaway

What a gorgeous house! Beautiful decor, super comfy beds, you feel like you've stepped back in time while still enjoying all the comforts of the modern era. Perfect base for our Acadia trip. Host was responsive and attentive. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richel R.

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

Beautiful Cottage!

This cottage has such lovely touches and nooks. Every way I looked, there was always something unique to appreciate. Our family only stayed for one night, but it was wonderful. I would recommend to others who are traveling in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Cozy Cottage

This cozy cottage was a great home base for all of our adventuring on the island. We really liked being on the “quieter” side but not a far drive from everywhere else. Kitchen was well stocked and home had virtually everything we needed. Beds were comfy and the house was very clean and nicely decorated. We had 3 generations staying in our group, and the rooms/setup was great for us. One upstairs room had 3 twin beds, so it was perfect for our teens to have their own beds and space, the other upstairs room for parents. Grandparents in the main floor bedroom attached to full bathroom. We did have to fold up a few rugs due to trip hazard for grandparents, but was easy to do. Wish the checkout time was a little later than 10 am for some extra time with the checkout tasks and packing up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Cozy cottage

An adorable cottage, cozy and plenty of space for a family of 5. Very clean and comfortable, and very well decorated. Also well stocked with spices, kitchen supplies, etc. responsive owner. Great outdoor firepit area. It was a little farther to bar harbor than we expected, but there are some trails a short drive near by if you want to get out for a walk. We had a great stay. Very clear directions provided throughout the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

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

Girls Weekend

We loved our stay in this cottage! It is so charming and well stocked. We made sure to spend one night in so we could really enjoy it. I would advise taking advantage of the wifi at the house and jotting down directions to where you want to go. I didn't have much cell service on Mount Desert Island, but worked great at the house. Thank you! We hope to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Jacque P.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Cute little Home

Cute little Home with lots of Notices to what you can do and not do in the Home. We enjoyed our stay. The reason I give a 3 is because of all the trip hazard rugs piled on top of each other. The rugs were dirty. When following the check out guide and I saw the BedBug spray I froze in place. So we took extra precautions when getting home just in case. Overall it’s an adorable little Home 30 mins from Bar Harbor and Acadia NP!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was very easy. The house was beautiful and had plenty of room for us. We didn’t realize until the second day that the Bass Harbor Head lighthouse was right down the road. We had to check it out the morning we checked out. Checking out was also easy.
Side porch.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating. Great info in book. TV hard to determine how to work. Lots of room. Day bed in living area nice to have but uncomfortable for sitting. Nice area on porch. Overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This quaint cottage was charming and well-appointed. It was cozy and we liked the various spaces to read and eat.While at the corner of two roads, it was very quiet and peaceful, with plenty of parking. The cottage works well for people who are close. We stayed with our two adult children and their spouses. We did not realize that the second half bath is attached to one of the two upstairs bedrooms, so one couple could not access it without entering their sibling’s bedroom. Stairs are steep to go down to the lovely first floor full bath, and that bath is not sound-proof to the adjoining first floor BR which made our kids hesitant to use it during the night.We had one issue that the owner tried to address but it’s hard to fix. Yellow jackets were getting into one of the upstairs bedrooms. We found many dead on the floor and under the bed when we arrived and a few still alive and more came in at night. We used the room-hesitantly- the first night before knowing more came inside. The second night the couple used the comfortable day bed in the living room. The owner was very responsive and graciously generous about arriving early (it was raining and we asked if we could come a tad early.)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Robbin Griffis

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Homeowner is a nurse and loves decorating homes. Professional Decorator and closet organizer since 2003. Homeowner has several homes she has acquired since 2003. Robbin loves making a special place for guest to enjoy! Sailing , boating, hiker, kayaking, paddle boarding, runner, yoga, painting avid history reader and loves old houses. I love creating spaces for people to enjoy. Also, love eating lobster.

Why they chose this property

Traveled to Maine with my children and friends! Started vacationing in Maine 20 years ago. Came to Southwest Harbor to sail! Best friends have a large Hinckley sailboat. Maine is the best place for sailing. My favorite spot on the Island is Bass Harbor. Best sunsets on the island. Great access to the ocean and harbor. Being on the end of the Mount Desert Island is truly a magical experience.

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