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Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Northeast Harbor, ME
  • Place, Northeast Harbor Golf Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall.

RENOVATED KITCHEN WITH ALL NEW APPLIANCES.

The sounds of a small waterfall will lull you to sleep or enhance your evenings on the deck of this contemporary cottage on the shores of Somes Sound. With its open, grand living space, this home creates a perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing by the fire, or soaking up the views.

Open Living/Dining/Kitchen area with fireplace and floor to ceiling windows looking out to Ocean. Bedroom with queen bed, Private Full Bath; Bedroom with twin beds, Private Full Bath and 2nd Full Bath across the hall. Master Bedroom with king bed and Private Full Bath. Bedroom with single bed and upper bunk; sharing a Full Bath with another Bedroom with single bed. Laundry room. Separate office, or den (with seating for 8, computer and T.V.), private card/game room and carport. All on one floor.

Large open Deck with fireplace overlooking a narrow cove that opens to Somes Sound and the ocean beyond.







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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 289434vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Northeast Harbor

Located in Northeast Harbor, this cottage is by the ocean. 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. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Northeast Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Northeast Harbor Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 18 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Modern Luxury Waterfront with its Own Brook/Waterfall. located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Northeast Harbor Golf Club and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Acadia National Park. Asticou Azalea Garden and Thuya Garden are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great escape!! Well-stocked kitchen, snacks to greet us, comfortable beds, loads of space, and such a peaceful setting surrounded by nature. We simply loved our time in this beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful architectural beautiful home with the best of locations. A small group of adult women enjoyed spending time on the property and exploring the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Quiet times We strive to make it a special experience and it sounds like you had that We hope you and/ or your friends will come back and visit us again next year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

Stunning modern architechture

Beautiful house, fabulous art and great views of the tide changes. Perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Fred R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Property

Beautiful home
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran M.

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

Absolutely fabulous! The view is spectacular! Lovely mid century home. We loved the sitting outside

User friendly. Owner quick to respond
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
So glad you were happy; you were good guests to have too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

First impression ‘WOW’, parting thought Wonderful

We loved our time in this beautiful home. Floor to ceiling windows look out on beautiful views and a peaceful stream with waterfall. Lots of attention to detail puts pleasant surprises at every turn.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
thank you, Lynn. we really appreciate your review and are so glad you had a good time.
Verified

8/10 Good

Peg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Northeast Harbor Hard to Beat

Location of house was fabulous. Had an issue with no heat for entire stay but local manager was very helpful. The extra person charge is very confusing and requires clarification
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Stunning, Tranquil and Comfortable Oasis

Our family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Dorothy's home. The pictures don't do it justice. The home had everything we needed to get the most out of our time on Mt. Desert Island. The location was central to all we wanted to do, yet felt like it was miles away from the rest of the world. Clearly, much thought and expertise went into the design and decor of this home. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2024
Thank you, Karen. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Quiet Times. As the name implies we want our guests to enjoy some peace and relax while visiting . The brook offers a uniqueness that only we have! Isn't it wonderful to watch the boats sail by on the Sound? We will take your advise and try to get even better photos. We hope you return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this home was wonderful: So close to Acadia Nat'l Park, and and easy drive to several local towns. The setting is spectacular--beautiful and serene.As for the home itself: This is, by far, the most well-stocked VRBO home we've ever visited. It really felt like staying in someone's home, not a rental. There were SO MANY towels, linens, cleaning supplies, dishes, etc... A bigger family or group would be quite comfortable, and have everything they'd need. The only possible improvement would be a better layout for groups in the common area. While charming, and plenty of room, the layout is such that the TV is only viewable from a small area--so "movie nights" for a family would be a challenge. For a couple, it was fine; we enjoyed the fireplace in the evenings and then moved over to watch a movie later. This is a nit-picky comment; but if watching TV is important to you, there could be a better situation.Everything else about the home is lovely! Clean, comfortable, welcoming, and a perfect getaway nestled in the beauty of Maine.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2025
Thank you for sharing your positive experience. We hope you will come back. If you do, please note that there is an outside office/den on the other side of the carport in which there is a large television with a sofa and comfortable chairs for viewing movies.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Stunning Architecture

Of the many vacation rentals I have enjoyed, this was a standout for architecture. The extensive clerestory windows added light to all the interior spaces like halls and bathrooms. In some cases, they were aided by mirrors to give the illusion of seeing trees and sky above the usual bathroom mirror. As shown in the photos, the wall of glass in the rear gives an amazing perspective on the stream flowing into the fjord (Somes Sound). The built-in furniture of the sunken living room is precisely fitted to the surrounding kitchen and dining floor. A shelf on the dining wall is curved to guide the eye to the view in the rear. The stone fireplace is a masterpiece. Not everything is storybook perfect. The bathrooms are small. We used one for each of us. The use of single-pane glass in the rear wall made it challenging to get the rear warm in cool evenings and mornings without overheating the bedrooms. Opening a bedroom window helps. The kitchen is not a wonderland of granite and high-end cabinetry, but roomy and more than adequate for preparing many meals. The supplies of paper, foils, wraps and cleaners was far more generous than at most vacation rentals. The location is nearly perfect for accessing all that Acadia has to offer. Northeast Harbor is a quiet village with a couple of decent restaurants (better than at our home). With the pandemic, we limited ourselves to take-out. The house location is even quieter than the village, although I was told the stream can be noisy in a period of more normal rain. The owner and caretaker were very helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2020
Thank you and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. The architecture and thus the bathrooms are of the style of mid century modern, although the house was built in the 1980s. Frank Lloyd Wright's designs inspired it. This means the bathrooms are small, but since there are 5 bedrooms and 5 baths, there is room to spread out and have one's own bath.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lois o.

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

Fabulous house in great location!

Do not hesitate to rent this zen inspired heavenly home. Everything you need and then some! We fell in love with this house!!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne S.

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

Quiet Times

The house and deck are designed so that the main spaces (living room, dining area, kitchen and deck have lovely views of Somes Sound. The kitchen is supplied with all the equipment any cook could desire and is designed so several people can prepare food together. The house can comfortably sleep seven and there is a daybed if you are a party of eight. The grounds are gorgeous, beautifully maintained and subtly lit at night. Hadlock Brook runs by the house, adding wonderful sound to the experience. There is a clerestory which cleverly brings light into the interior bathrooms. There is a Frank Lloyd Wright vibe to the house which is very cool. It would be helpful to note that although the house is on the Sound, there is not easy access to the water from the house. Renters should not assume they can swim or kayak from the property itself. But the bouse and grounds are terrific, gorgeous and very quiet. It was a pleasure to stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond K.

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

Eclectic, artistic, unique property

Easy booking, check in, and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcea D.

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

Beautiful House

Beautifully designed contemporary home on an incredible piece of property. Views of the ocean and a lovely creek running down the side of the house. This house is private and quiet, but conveniently located to restaurants, shopping, and Acadia National Park. Equipped with everything you need for cooking, lounging, and a comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

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

Great zen space and location

Stream side property with view of Somers Sound tidal fluctuations. Open communal living area with nice spaces inside and out. A pleasant walk or quick cycle to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry H.

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

Great place to stay!

Fabulous location. Stunning interior and decor. Beautiful and serene gardens. The brook next to the house adds to the beauty. Great views of Somes sound. Easy access to Acadia and Jordan Pond. Quiet and peaceful location. Would recommend this property to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Gerry and his family were terrific guests and left all as they found it. We are so glad they enjoyed the house; we were happy to have them and hope they will return. Please note there is a typo on their rating, it should be 5 stars for communication. They were wonderful guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

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

Spectacular House & Spectacular Location

This is by far one of the best places we've ever stayed. A gorgeous house, perfectly nestled in the lovely landscape of Mt. Desert Island. The house has a fully-equipped kitchen, where we made delicious meals with local fare. There are beautiful places inside and out to sit and appreciate the natural environment. Deecy is a wonderful host, responding immediately to questions. We were sad to leave and hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara K.

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

Beautiful location

Lovely house where the ocean meets the mountains!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Modern retreat with kiddos

We had a lovely time in NE Harbor. The town was pretty well shut down, but that worked fine. The property is beautiful, very different from the traditional Maine cottage, and fun in that way. Our young children enjoyed exploring the stream and mossy woods and Japanese garden ringing the property. Note that you cannot access the low tide beach from the house itself, but the area has plenty of other water access points. The park was close and blissfully uncrowded for our November visit. The home felt like a boutique hotel and not like a turn & burn rental, as some can. We'd happily go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

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

Acadia In The Fall Is Fantastic !

Great home, perfect location. Brook along the house, outside fireplace ! We had a great family vacation and plan on going again next year. MDI in the fall is the best !
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald P.

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

Beyond Amazing

This home is truly amazing. It will go down as one of our all time homes away from home. The design of the home and the views of the bay from the home are unbelievable. The furnishings and the extensive artwork make staying in this home so pleasurable. Of all the homes we have stayed in, this home is by far the best equipped. The kitchen has every gadget you would ever need for any cooking project. Dorothy, the owner and Carl, the caretaker were so very responsive to all our needs. They were so helpful with suggestions for restaurants and activities. The location of the home is perfect for any outdoor activities we had planned on desert island. What a joy it was to come back to this wonderful home after a day of site seeing in the area. Sitting around the cozy wood burning fireplace in the evening was really special. Without question this was one of our most memorable homes we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david j.

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

Enjoyed the stay despite minor glitches.

This is a lovely home in an even lovelier location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, even though the house had some problems. One bathroom stool didn't work (though there are four other bathrooms available), one bedroom light flickered, and the fireplace could use a little upkeep. So the home wasn't perfect; some repairs are needed. But the glitches didn't dampen our vacation. We had a memorable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
All glitches have been resolved. Glad you had a good time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

The location and layout of the home and property is beautiful!

The owner was very responsive to any concerns we had. Anything you need to cook or entertain was present. Look forward to returning again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
thank you for your glowing report on Quiet Times.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

Secluded, relaxing, wonderful!

The house and the property are as spectacular as they look in the photos, and then some. From the charming little Japanese-style rock garden by the front door, to the dual indoor/outdoor fireplaces (well-stocked with wood), to the fabulous views out expansive glass walls through the trees towards the sound from the open living room, dining room, and kitchen, to the spacious two-level deck next to babbling brook and waterfall, this house is a true gem. It's ideally situated for exploring the natural beauty of Mount Desert Island, and provides easy access to Acadia National Park. There are a number of excellent restaurants within an easy drive, and Bar Harbor is only about 20 minutes away. Dorothy was very responsive, and couldn't have been more helpful in pointing us to local attractions. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
THANK YOU. WE ARE GLAD YOU ENJOYED IT AS MUCH AS WE DO.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

The Best Ever!

This house is fabulous. It is so much better than the photos. The decor is lovely and it is very comfortable; beds are so nice. The kitchen is well-stocked; the gas grill worked perfectly and we used it several times. There is a brook running beside the house and if you open a window, you can hear the delightful sound of water. Each morning we ate breakfast at Colonel's Restaurant, a solid breakfast and lunch place. On Sunday we worshipped at St. Mary's Chapel (the larger Episcopal churches on the island were still closed for the season) and I must say, The Rev. Jane Cornman moved me to tears with her sermon. We built a fire in the fireplace every night, plenty of firewood. Oh man, do I miss this place!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

About the host

Your host

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My husband and I enjoy vacationing in Maine. We cherish the opportunity to be on the water, hiking and playing golf, tennis, bridge and attending the wonderful lectures and concerts.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I enjoy the peacefulness and the beauty of our surroundings. This is our get away time thus the cottage is 'Quiet Times.' Since my husband still works we cannot spend the whole summer here so we decided to rent part-time for others to enjoy too.

What makes this property unique

You can enjoy a fire in the fireplace on the deck while listening to the brook and watching the tide come in and out. You can eat fresh lobster caught that morning and even fish a bit.

This is a one-of-a-kind property located on the gold coast of Maine, right on the water and minutes from town. Get the fun and peace of the ocean and the convenience and amenities of town in one package.
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