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Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

Lakefront holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Our private location offers the Pond's best view of Acadia's Western Mountains
Aerial view of Top O' the Ridge and private dock on Long Pond
The dock and vacation home viewed from the lake
Canoeing & kayaking on the lake with the loons is a favorite activity
Our wall of windows &  upgraded 'bare feet friendly' Azek deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Master

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

4 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Master

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

Sited on one the finest spots on Mount Desert Island this contemporary, fully applianced vacation home offers a commanding view of Long Pond and Acadia's Western Mountains that takes your breath away. The sweeping panorama wraps around a large, south facing deck where you can enjoy meals, curl up with a good book, listen to the loons, and watch the canoes and kayaks amble by. A private dock, 2 canoes, 2 Kayaks, and 2 boat moorings offer wonderful recreational access to Long Pond. This home has a 65" OLED flat screen, home theater, cable TV with high speed Internet , free domestic calling phone service, and a standby generator for power continuity. With 3 bedrooms, a loft, 4 full baths (2 with Jacuzzi tubs), this private vacation destination provides all the ingredients required to create life long memories. Top O' the Ridge is a great getaway destination in Spring, Summer, & Fall.


A premium vacation destination: This exceptional and private vacation destination is located at the tip of Northern Neck on Long Pond, Mt, Desert Island, Maine - the home of Acadia National Park. The panorama from the spacious south facing front deck presents one of the finest sights in all of Acadia with the best view on Long Pond. Enjoy watching the pond-scape's many moods, listening to haunting calls of loons, catching a sight of bald eagles soaring, watching shimmering moon rises over the pond, and stargazing at the the bright stars of the Milky Way. The private dock comes with 2 canoes and offers easy access to boating, swimming, and fishing in the clean, inviting, warm summer waters of Long Pond. All this and more can be yours to savor, in the heart of Mount Desert Island just minutes away from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.


The Home: This spacious, modern, open plan vacation home offers 4 bedrooms (including the loft space) and 4 baths. The window walls of the living and dining areas bring the spectacular view right into your living space. The living area includes a full featured home theater system with 65" OLED TV, Cable TV service, fast Internet/WiFi service and a several hundred title DVD & Blu-ray library. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry with roll-out lower cabinets for easy access to pots and pans. The cabinets are fully stocked with dishware and utensils to indulge your every cooking whim. The main suite has a California King hybrid mattress with a tow sink private bath, Jacuzzi tub, seated shower, and washer dryer. The lower level living area bedroom has its own private bath , kitchenette, and separate living dining area. The private dock, 2 canoes, and 2 kayaks offer excellent swimming and boating access to Long Pond. 2 private moorings that will moor up to a 20' power boat are included.

The Acadia Region: The home is located centrally on Mount Desert Island within a short drive to all Acadia National Park attractions, Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, and Bass Harbor. The nearby park loop road offers spectacular sight seeing and tourism activities including Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, and the Jordan Pond House. Local hiking trails offer challenges that range from walking trails to rock climbing. The famous 30+ miles of carriage roads are ideal for walking, biking, or horseback riding. The many island ponds and ocean offer swimming boating, fishing, whale watching, sailing, and other recreational activities. For golfers, there are several local courses to enjoy.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Pretty Marsh, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center, while Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 22 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 27 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View located?

This family-friendly Mount Desert holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Bianchi Realty Trust, Rai Bianchi - Trustee

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I am the Trustee of a family Trust owns this property gifted to the Trust by the parents for their three sons (the beneficiaries). We rent out the home when family is not vacationing there and reinvest any surplus to constantly improve the property.

Why they chose this property

It is arguably the best site on Long Pond and one of the top venues on MDI enjoys a very charming camp with all the conveniences of a modern home and excellent recreational access to Long Pond. The locals have known that the clean lakes of Mount Desert are the place to be. . This home was purchased from the original owners as a modest camp and expanded to a modern lakefront home in the mid 80's with 3 bedrooms, a loft, and 4 baths. The property is heated year round avoiding the musty odor associated with many seasonal camps.

What makes this property unique

This vacation home enjoys knotty pine walls, vaulted ceilings and a chalet style wall of windows which brings the exceptional view inside. It is located in a private setting that rivals the beauty of Acadia National Park - and actually overlooks it. We never tire of the incredible panorama that unfolds from the south facing deck. Top O' The Ridge is a truly exceptional recreation destination and not just an access point to other attractions.

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