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Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side

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A white building with a sign reading "The Refuge" near a rocky shoreline with yellow daffodils.
A red single-story house with a metal roof, a front porch, and a small front yard with a path leading to the house.
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a window with curtains, two white chairs, and a wicker chair with a cushion.
A cozy living room with a sofa, two patterned pillows, a wooden coffee table, a side table, a lamp, and a bookshelf with books and decorative items.
A red wooden house with a white door and a white chair on the porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Isle au Haut, ME
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Duck Harbor Campground
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪153 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Schoolhouse

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side

Adventures on Isle Au Haut await you from this snug little cottage that provides a sweet home base for your trip. Imagine taking in the views that make the Island part of the Acadia National Park system, without the crowds. After hiking, relax and enjoy the fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances and utensils that allows you to savor delicious home-cooked meals. Unwind with a good book from the cottage's collection or engage in a friendly game night. With essentials like towels and basic toiletries provided, you'll have everything you need to feel right at home. Embrace the great outdoors, or simply relax and soak in the serene atmosphere. This charming cottage is the perfect haven for your next coastal getaway.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kid's natural wonderland!
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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 and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
We will bring you back to the ferry for departure. Please confirm your departure plan with us the day before.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1621066vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Isle Au Haut

Located in Isle Au Haut, this cottage is in a rural area and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Long Pond, while Blue Heron Gallery and Stonington Opera House are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Isle au Haut, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Pond - 11 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Point Robinson Lighthouse - 23 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 24 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Duck Harbor Campground - 34 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Sharks Point Beach - 38 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lunch Pail - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lunch Pail - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Black Dinah Chocolatiers - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Black Dinah Cafe - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side ?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Escape to a cozy Isle Au Haut cottage to explore Acadia Nat'l Park's quiet side located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Long Pond and within 6 miles (10 km) of Acadia National Park and Point Robinson Lighthouse. Duck Harbor Campground and Duck Harbor Mountain are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue and Stew are like super hosts! Kind, welcoming, so generous. They made our time on the island doable, adventurous, and fun. Great communicators. The space is well-appointed and stocked up. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This incredible place is so lovingly cared for by people who genuinely love to share it with their guests, and really care about giving a meaningful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The little red schoolhouse is an amazing place to see Isle Au Haut. Sue and Stu were the best hosts: helping us get from the dock to the property, telling us about things we could do on the island, even assisting our child to learn to kayak in the calm waters right off the house.The house was very comfortable for three of us, with a child sleeping on a pull out couch. The kitchen is one of the best stocked I have seen in years renting apartments.There isn’t much rental supply on Isle Au Haut, and we went in without too much expectation: this property way exceeded anything we hoped for.Do read the hosts communications and the house specifications/guide. Getting to Isle Au Haut requires coordination with Sue and Stu. We were extremely glad we did as the three days we spent there were some of the best of our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay in Isle Au Haut

Everything went perfectly, excellent communication and coordination with ferry rides as well! Highly recommend staying at Stew and Sue's rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful with serenity-gracious hosts

This was our favorite of any place we have been! Nicely renovated, wonderful history, all comforts in place set in trees by ocean, hosts kind and gracious in sharing their space! Very touched by being here, plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Island stay

Great experience and the absolute best host i have ever had the pleasure of meeting. They go beyond to help in any way possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay at Little Red

Little Red was clean, comfortable and in the perfect spot for exploring IAH. Sue and Stew go over the top to make your stay enjoyable with use of their car, bicycles and kayaks. Could not have asked for a better place for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue & Stew are fantastic … super attentive, thoughtful m, and just plain fun. We loved Little Red … just perfect for us … and had a great time on the island. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a comfortable, well equipped cottage on a water front property with a spectacular view. Everything is kept in very good order. Stew and Sue are excellent hosts, friendly, informative, and sincerely dedicated to making the stay the best possible experience. Isle Au Haut is beautiful and interesting. We highly recommend a stay at Turner Cove.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts kindly gave me a ride from the ferry dock and a ride to the ferry for my departure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Isle au Haut magic

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this delightful former schoolhouse. It was very clean and comfortable, felt roomy even with two kids, and our hosts were incredibly generous and responsive to our every need. It was a “remote” vacation made so easy - and the hiking, kayaking and exploring are out of this world. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Little Red. Sue and Stew were amazing hosts and available for anything we needed. Having access to their car and bikes opened up the whole island for exploration. Little Red is charming, well equipped, and has a very comfortable bed. The Refuge really adds to the overall experience with gorgeous views of Turner Cove. The hiking trails in Acadia National Park were stunning. Isle Au Haut and Little Red are perfect for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A magical place.

Sue and Stu were amazing hosts in every way and provided for all our needs. Staying on Isle au Haut for three nights was an experience we will never forget. The school house is a charming place and Sue and Stu have thought of everything to make the stay comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Little Red

Turner Cove and Little Red were the perfect home base for seeing the quieter side of Acadia. Sue and Stew went above and beyond, providing transportation and giving us a tour of the island pointing out highlights along the way. They even provided a "locals" map which added more great hiking trails and spots of interest not shown on the park service map. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

We can't wait to come back!

This property checks all the right boxes. Sue and Stew go above and beyond in making everyone feel welcomed and at ease. This little red cabin has everything that you will need and more! Games, bikes, kayaks, water access and a vehicle to use We look forward to returning as soon as we can! What a special place! Terry and family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have been wanting to visit the Isle au Haut for years and I finally made it happen this summer. We couldn't have been happier with Sue and Stew's "Little Red". There is so much history and character. In addition, the property sits on 12 acres with a beautiful view and access to the cove. The house has all the amenities that you would need to cook. The photos do not do the porch justice. The porch is a great place to sit and very airy because of the many windows. Our teenage daughter slept on the pullout couch and was able to close the door for privacy. On the property, there is also seating to relax by the water and a beautiful tiny house of "refuge". In addition, Sue and Stew are so kind and giving. They have a fleet of bikes for guests to use on the island, kayaks to explore the rocky shore and they even allowed us to use one of their cars. We rode our bikes to town and to the trailheads. We stayed 4 nights and thoroughly enjoyed this unique and magical island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for our family of four. Sue and Stu are excellent hosts. They were there waiting for us when our ferry arrived and assisted with our luggage. Little Red was very comfortable and cozy. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Bikes, kayaks, and a car were available for our use. What a great value! I cannot say enough great things about our experience in Little Red. Will come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

Stew and Sue were wonderful hosts. Little Red is a great home base to enjoy all the islands trails from. Access to a car and bikes makes getting to the park on the other side of the island very quick. A special community and island. Thank you
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July to Remember

We had an awesome stay at Little Red. Sue and Stew are amazing hosts! They picked us up and dropped us off at the ferry landing, and invited us to join their family celebration for the 4th of July (and a special birthday!). We brought our own bikes to cruise around the island, but they had a car/bikes/kayaks all available for us to use, and the Little Red cabin was perfect! Clean with all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible stay!

We took the mail boat out to the Isle au Haut town dock where we were met by Sue and Stew. They brought us up to Little Red which we absolutely loved. There was plenty of room for myself, my wife and two daughters. Just a one minute walk away is the Refuge located right on the ocean where we enjoyed gorgeous sunrises each day. Stew also coordinated picking up fresh lobster from the dock which was incredible. Sue and Stew are incredible hosts and we would definitley stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax and explore on Isle au Haut

Our hosts met us at the boat when we arrived. The hosts were great about letting us know about getting around the island and accessing trails, roads, kayaks, bikes and other ways to explore. The cottage is rustic, but supplied with all needed amenities. An experience best for those who enjoy being outside and relaxing in a simpler way of life. We also were able to connect and visit with the few island residents whom we already knew.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed with Sue and Stew for a week this summer with our two children. We had a wonderful time at Turner Cove. Sue and Stew have a magical property and were so open to us and the kids running around picking blueberries, kayaking, and biking. I felt at ease knowing that they could help us with anything we might need given that we were in a more remote area. It made the trip very relaxing and easy. Thanks for all the tips and for being so sweet with the kids. We really enjoyed meeting you both and look forward to next time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful experience!

I and my daughter could not have asked for a better experience. The place is wonderful with an additional lovely small cabin right by the coast; perfect for reading, writing or just resting. Our hosts were most generous and kind. They met us upon arrival at Isle au Haut harbor half a day earlier to make it more convenient for us, taught my disable daughter to kayak independently, lend us their car so we could explore the island, showed us how to cook lobster properly and more. Cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful and Adventurous

Sue and Stew were fantastic hosts. Very helpful and accommodating. House is adorable and has all the basics for cooking. Hiking was excellent with more trails than you could possibly cover in just a few days. Little buggy so bring lots of spray and just keep moving! General store has just the basics, we planned out our meals and brought little baggies/jars of any spices or ingredients we needed. We plan to go back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our six day stay was absolutely wonderful. Isle au Haut offers a beautifully personal and quiet experience compared to the Maine mainland. We spent our days kayaking and exploring the stunning southern coast of the island in Acadia National Park, A massive thank you to our hosts, Sue and Stew. They were incredibly helpful, and without their hospitality, this island adventure wouldn't have been possible!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Stew & Sue (Turner) Foelix

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Stew & Sue (Turner) Foelix will be your hosts. We spend summers at Turner Cove and will personally welcome you when you arrive for your stay at Little Red located at Turner Cove. Members of the extended Turner Family members have been present for ~150 years.

Why they chose this property

Isle au Haut is home to the "less traveled" part of Acadia National Park. It is one of only 14 Islands with a year-round population and still has a one-room schoolhouse! Come and taste Island life. Little Red originally served as the East Side schoolhouse and now is a simple and sweet two room cottage. A short walk on a private trail leads you to expansive eastern views at the Turner Cove private waterfront.

What makes this property unique

For those who love Maine's rugged coast and untamed forests, Isle au Haut has unique appeal. Water, wind and light create interplay of natural beauty where no two days are the same. Leave your car and the world behind when you climb onto the ferry and come out to Isle au Haut.

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