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39 Marsh Road in Gouldsboro. Make this your next place to stay!
39 Marsh Road
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Patio Area on First Level overlooking the water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gouldsboro, ME
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
  • Place, Village Green
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grand Marsh Bay most private waterfront home. Protected habitat - Kayaks Incl

The scent of ocean and breezy salt air welcomes you to the Towns of Gouldsboro, Corea and Winter Harbor located on the Schoodic Peninsula. The community offers visitors a spectacular coastline and encapsulates scenic views through parts of Acadia National Park. Several picturesque villages and harbors offer a glimpse of the working waterfronts, from lobster fishing to sailing. The quiet and peaceful community shines with several restaurants, kayaking tours, monthly concerts, lobster dinners, antiques, a bell foundry and pottery, art, craft and woodworking shops. Visit and enjoy relaxing sunrises and some of the most remarkable sunsets.

Acadia has new trails in Winter Harbor 8.5 miles of new biking paths and 4 miles of new hiking trails. The parking area is on Schoodic Loop Road, about 1 mile south of Route 186 in Winter Harbor. Satellite parking will be available at the Masonic Lodge and Winter Harbor Town Office on School Street in Winter Harbor.

Forbes Pond, Gouldsboro Wildlife-rich wetland habitats of Forbes Pond form the centerpiece of this 927-acre preserve in Gouldsboro that lures wildlife enthusiasts and anglers throughout the year.
Forbes Pond is good for:
Hiking – Explore a two-mile network of three interconnected loop trails that gently weave through attractive forest terrain to a picnic spot on the shores of Forbes Pond. Fishing – Cast your line in search of largemouth bass and other resident fish that await . Birdwatching – Bring your binoculars to enjoy close-up of views of avian species attracted to the preserve’s diverse forest and wetland habitats.

Rental weeks run from Saturday to Saturday. Check in is at 3PM on Saturdays and check out is at 11AM the following Saturday. Shorter or longer stays are welcome as long as they do not interfere with other guest booking their weeks from Saturday to Saturday. Please contact the owner if there are any special request.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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 and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Cadillac Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gouldsboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Bartlett Maine Estate Winery - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Chapter Two Art Gallery - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 16 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Rogers Point Beach - 29 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bunkers Seafood And Spirits - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Mexican Takeout - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chase's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Marsh Bay most private waterfront home. Protected habitat - Kayaks Incl pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Marsh Bay most private waterfront home. Protected habitat - Kayaks Incl?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Marsh Bay most private waterfront home. Protected habitat - Kayaks Incl?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Marsh Bay most private waterfront home. Protected habitat - Kayaks Incl located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Bartlett Maine Estate Winery, Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North, and Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center. Schoodic Peninsula and Grindstone Neck Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy drive to Bar Harbor but away from the crowds Winter Harbor is charming. Treehouse restaurant is very good. Its a Shore Thing is a fun grocery/mercantile. The point Schoodic Peninsula is a must see!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and beautiful home with wonderful views of Grand Marsh Bay, the canoes and kayaks are an added bonus! Property owner was great to work with as well! Thank you and we all hope to return again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were accommodating and walked us through the property upon arrival. We were able to use the kayaks and other property amenities. The kids had fun exploring the marsh and we were able to take the kayaks out. We even saw a porcupine and other small animals around. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house right on the water! The host was very attentive and friendly. The property was very clean and had everything you could need. The canoes and kayaks were very fun and a great bonus. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this home. It was in a convenient location and the use of the kayaks was great. The property is well maintained and beds were very comfortable. We cooked often and had all the kitchen essentials. The property owner and his wife were very helpful with tips on good local restaurants. We had a breakdown with our vehicle but a local garage Balzarini Boyz Automotive were able to get us back in the road in no time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug E.

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

Quiet, beautiful stay Down East

I have been coming to Maine for more than 30 years, always staying on or near Mt Desert Island. This year, my family and I decided to mix it up and stay closer to Schoodic. It was a revelation: no crowds, dark skies for stargazing, yet plenty of amenities in the nearby small coastal towns of Winter Harbor, Birch Harbor and Corea. The house is big and could easily accommodate a group of six. I would also that Phil and Kim might be the best hosts I've ever had--they continuously went above and beyond, even to the point of sending us an area map before we came. This is the place for you if you want a quiet stay that feels remote and love birdwatching and paddling. We used every one of their boats, and they range from choices for beginners (open-faced kayaks) to more experienced paddlers (solo canoe). We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home provided the perfect setting for our family vacation to Acadia! So peaceful and tranquil; we enjoyed watching the tides on the marsh from the deck, and we had so much fun exploring with the kayaks. The house was immaculate, well-provisioned, and just beautiful. We especially loved the huge windows and spacious, open kitchen/living/dining area. Close enough to everything we needed, but removed enough to be quiet and have a lovely view of the stars and milky way. The owners, Phil and Kim, were gracious and quick to answer all of our questions. They were ready with suggestions for activities and outings, and we appreciated their pro-activeness in making sure all was well before and during our stay. I would highly recommend spending much time in Acadia and also the lesser-visited Schoodic Peninsula…such an incredible amount of natural majesty and beauty. We enjoyed hiking up and down Cadillac Mountain, renting ebikes to travel the carriage roads, whale watching in the Gulf of Maine, kayaking, dining in Bar Harbor, exploring various other hiking paths in Acadia with their amazing vistas, clambering on the rocks in the Schoodic Peninsula, walking to Bar Island at low tide, and our teen boys had the greatest time rock-climbing on the Otter Cliffs. An absolutely stellar vacation, with a stay at a more-than-exceptional home. Thank you, Phil & Kim!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Great property and a great host

We had such a great visit. I highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for a wonderful off the beaten path location. Beautiful and peaceful while keeping all of the park within reach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Amazing property and Host

Our Gouldsboro stay was amazing and relaxing. The property was well maintained and was on beautiful property with great outdoor space and water views. Phil was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Acadia Get Away

The house was perfect, location was great. Lots of deer and turkeys. Lots of privacy. Plenty of things to do, canoes, kayaks
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Private great location fun home

Wonderful property great views had plenty of room for my family of 5, enjoyed the fire pit nighty canoes and kayaks good restaurants and local flare all within a short drive home is well appointed for cooking grilling and enjoying the large property will return soon
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cheryl d.

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

Kayak adventures

The home was immaculate with everything you could possibly need. The owner thought of everything!! Highly recommend if you like kayaking and peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

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

A secluded paradise!

Our family had such a memorable time while staying at this house. We drove the hour long drive to Acadia Nat’l Park/Bar Harbor area twice even though our young adult sons would have been happy to meet the days high tide on the bay in the kayaks. The views at Acadia, Schoodic Peninsula and from the living area in the house were all beautiful. Phil and Kim were great and we would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan T.

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

Great base for exploring Acadia

Great for families. We loved the separate tv/ family room downstairs for teens. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Amazing family vacation!

Overall loved this property. We enjoyed being near Acadia but far enough away to be away from the crowds. Drive into Acadia wasn't bad, and the ferry from winter harbor to bar harbor was also easy and enjoyable! The property is on the water so make sure to bring mosquito spray and warm clothes as the evenings got cold but enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful getaway

This property was perfect for peaceful, relaxing time away with the family. The house is beautiful, clean, and well-maintained. The hosts provided everything you could need for your stay. They checked in with us the day of arrival and next morning and were always prompt with any responses. There was a nice variety of kayaks amd canoes, as well as life vests in varyihg sizes. We enjoyed being out on the water when the tide was in. We really enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Generous Owners & Restorative Vacation

Our family enjoyed the owner's helpful and generous hospitality! They share their gorgeous home, its contents and their fleet of kayaks and canoes with those who rest here. The ocean bay views are calming, the home is extremely comfortable and beautiful, and you are able to relax in the quiet peace of this property. It's so close to the Schoodic Peninsula of Acadia (stunningly beautiful) and day trips to the larger part of Acadia (Sand Beech, hikes, Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole and more) as well as to Bar Harbor were easy and a gorgeous drive. If we didn't live so far away, we'd gladly stay here every year :) Thank you, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Real Maine

Super well appointed house at the end of long access way. Nice and secluded, but everything you could possibly need is provided. Access to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park is easy enough. A local ferry is also convenient for passengers. Grindstone Golf course is quite scenic, and local seafood is excellent. There is even a street side pie stand up the street. Homeowners are completes pros and easy to work with. This place is a winner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Ray of sunshine

This lovely home was the ray of sunshine we needed for our rainy vacation. Well-appointed, very clean, comfortable, and did not want for anything. Enjoyed using the fire pit, games and meals in the stocked kitchen, and gorgeous water and forest views. Although the weather did not cooperate for our use, the kayaks and canoes are in top shape. Phil was very nice and easy to communicate with. Photos do not do this home and property justice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Beautiful home

Home was clean and nicely decorated. Furniture was clean and in good condition. 4 stars for listing accuracy because the high chair wasn't in the house. The owner promptly got it for us once requested and we felt the access for kayaking was difficult. The kayaks were in the yard and there were no stairs or dock leading from the yard to the bay, just a steep path with large loose stones. Nice outdoor area but mosquitoes were bad so we didn't get to enjoy it as much as we would have liked. Very nice grill on deck. Kitchen and baths were well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole V.

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

Beautiful House & View!

The house was amazing and very well-equipped with everything we could have possibly needed. The multiple kayaks, canoes, life vests, fire pit and huge yard made our stay fun & relaxing! The only reason why I'm giving the overall stay 4 stars has nothing to do with the owners or the house - the Green Head Flies were a bit much at certain times of the day. It made any water activity slightly annoying. However, this was just a small part of our time there. We were there towards the end of July. Perhaps there's a specific time-frame that the green heads are active. Every other part of our stay there was fantastic. We were able to take a quick 45 minute ferry to Bar Harbor or drive there in about an hour, which made accessing Acadia very easy. The owners were amazing, Phil answered questions immediately and the house was so beautiful with ample space and all needs were easily met. I highly recommend this beautiful spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Delightful, Diversified Stay in Downeast Maine

We celebrated our eleventh annual weeklong family gathering (5 adults) at Mudflat Manor. It was one of our best experiences ever. We recommend this location highly, for people of all ages (including children). The name may be tongue-in-cheek, but is accurate. This may conjure up a questionable image but that would be a mistake. In fact this property is halfway up Grand Marsh Bay and has plenty of water for canoeing and kayaking for at least three hours on either side of high tide, and we love such locations for the richness of their wildlife (especially birds). The tidal changes offer a rich variety of experience and are a real asset to the discerning guest The privacy of the house is a huge asset -- there are no neighbors and it is really quiet. This is highly unusual in a quality vacation rental and we treasured this aspect of the experience. The house is modern, well-built, well laid out and clean as a whistle. Three bathrooms is a huge bonus. The watercraft (4 kayaks, a canoe and a paddleboat), life jackets, and paddles were highly appreciated, well-used, and greatly appreciated. The great room (kitchen, dining area, and living room), with a magnificent arched ceiling, was superb. The owners were attentive and accessible, although we did not need any support during our stay. Being on the Schoodic peninsula was a great benefit, in our opinion. It is the "road-less-traveled" in Acadia National Park, but still within a convenient distance from Bar Harbor and the main features of the park. An exquisite place to be, away from the hordes, in our humble opinion. No place is perfect, but our "complaints" about Mudflat Manor definitely would be in the category of nit pics, and sufficiently personally idiosyncratic to be unworthy of noting here. We have never returned to a rental we have enjoyed for our annual family get-together, but we would consider it here. Overall, these Mainers (three of us anyway) enjoyed an exquisite experience in one of the most beautiful locations in our spectacular state.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flawless. Perfect house and spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl F.

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

Beautiful Maine Getaway

This house is stunning!! With 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, it was the perfect property for six of us to meet for a fabulous visit to Maine. The house is secluded in beautiful surroundings. We were amazed at how quiet it was! By all means, don't miss the stargazing from the deck. The house is well-equipped with linens and towel. The kitchen has anything a chef could want to prepare meals. The photos on VRBO really don't do it justice. Kim and Phil were kind and gracious hosts and very easy to communicate with. Phil even mailed me my makeup case that I left behind! It was the perfect retreat to tour the Acadia area and reconnect with dear friends. We will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager

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Broker/Owner of Adams Real Estate/Wife, Kim owns Salon 241

Why they chose this property

This property has been in my wife's family since 1964. It has been a place where her family vacationed during the summers and enjoyed the local wildlife and seashore. Great for bird watching. Close to Schoodic National Park. And a short drive to Bar Harbor or take the Winter Harbor Ferry for a fun cruise! We have been offering our home on HomeAway for the last few years and the people that stay here say they have had an experience of a lifetime. There are deer, rabbits and numerous wildlife sightings each day. See Birch Harbor, Winter Harbor, Prospect Harbor, Corea Beach & Schoodic Point all within 10 minutes of my property!!

What makes this property unique

629' water frontage on Grand Marsh Bay! With all the amenities of home. Cool ocean breeze and an abundance of wildlife. Its just a beautiful spot. The main level of the house is on the second floor with panoramic views of the water just feet away from the deck. Decorated with a nautical theme through out the home. A great kitchen and combined living , dining area for entertaining the family. Cathedral ceiling in the Kitchen/Living room with large windows on all sides. We have LL Bean Kayaks, Gas grill, outdoor fire ring for wood fires, outside furniture, Star Link Wi-Fi & Roku Smart TV's.

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