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Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
View from master bedroom front windows
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6142.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mt Desert, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Cadillac Mountain
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back reading room

1 Double Futon

Living room queen-size pull-out coach

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom, upstairs

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners

Ideally situated in the center of Mount Desert Island, Echo Pines Cottage is the perfect "home away from home" for vacation activities. It's only minutes from popular "quiet side" trails, including stunning Acadia and Beech Mountains. The entrance to Acadia's pristine, swimmable Echo Lake is only 3 miles away. You'll enjoy a view of the northern section of Echo Lake from the cottage's front windows.

The house sits on 1.5 wooded acres, on a private road. The home is surrounded by tall pines and birch trees. Watch for deer that regularly pass through the yard, and listen for the call of the loons from the lake.

Enjoy eating around the wood- topped kitchen island, or sit by the bay windows looking toward the water.

The cottage is private, but close to all the activities the island has to offer. "Downtown" Bar Harbor is about 15 minutes away, and quaint Southwest Harbor is less than 10.

The house has been outfitted for your comfort, including premium mattresses and many kitchen conveniences and amenities. You'll love the whimsical, "Maine" character of the place. And we take pride in having a spotless cottage!

There are two bedrooms, both with queen-size beds, plus a queen-size pull-out couch with memory foam mattress in the living area and a full size futon couch / bed in the back reading room. The reading room can be closed off for privacy. There are two full bathrooms, both with showers and tubs, one upstairs and one down.

The kitchen is fully appointed, ready for family meals and gatherings! You'll find many basic kitchen staples, like standard spices, cooking oil, and storage wraps provided for you. We also stock condiments in the fridge.

In the basement there's a washer and dryer for your use. Laundry detergent is provided. There's also a ping pong table, ready for those family tournaments.

We, the owners, are local, living on the west side of Bar Harbor, so we're intimately familiar with the area and are ready if you have any issues or questions.

We make every effort to go above and beyond for visitors to MDI. We love the island and truly enjoy sharing it with those who come to experience this fabulous national park. Our goal is that you leave loving Acadia National Park and MDI as much as we do.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved welcome, 2 max, $60 per dog per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Lock the doors
If you have time, starting a load of towels in the washer would be really appreciated!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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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Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Otter Cliff - 22 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vacationland Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Maine Granite Industry Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia Repertory Theater and Long Pond. Beech Cliff Loop is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Ellen and Curt Goldsberry

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We are lucky to be year 'round residents of Mount Desert Island, where we enjoy a huge variety of activities in Acadia National Park - hiking, biking, kayaking, swimming - even cross-country skiing in the winter! We live on the west side of Bar Harbor, in a home that we rented to summer guests for years, and we found that we love renting to folks who want to enjoy the wonders of Acadia.

We both love managing Echo Pines Cottage and gake satisfaction in providing a place for guests to connect, enjoy time together, and experience the treasures of Acadia National Park. Our goal is for guests to have a fantastic experience and to leave loving Mount Desert Island as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

As soon as we saw Echo Pines Cottage we knew it was the perfect spot for people who want to experience Mount Desert Island. The wooded property, the central location, its portrait view of Echo Lake... we knew vacationers would love it! We set out to outfit it with comfortable, fun furnishings and make it special. Curt loves to build furniture and he's had a blast making pieces for the house - everything from the kitchen island to the bedside tables.
This is a charming property on a private road, yet in a location that makes exploring the whole island easy. It's where we'd want to stay if we were visiting!!

What makes this property unique

Window views of Echo Lake
Waking up and feeling like you're in the treetops
Wooded lot with deer and birds
Central location to explore any direction on Mount Desert Island!

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