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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Tremont, ME
- Place, Acadia National Park1 min drive
- Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead4 min drive
- Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse4 min drive
- Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Downstairs bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Guest bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
“Drop Anchor” a cheerful and spacious residence
Drop Anchor is a 2 bedroom spacious residential home on the “Quietside” of Mount Desert island.
You will be 5 minutes from Acadia National park. Bass Harbor headlight, Ship Harbor, Wonderland, and Seawall picnic area. Bar harbor is a 20 minute drive.
Nearby is Archies lobster pound, Hansen’s seaside takeout (both walkable) and by car Thurstons lobster pound. And Seafood ketch. There are many other options in the neighboring town of Southwest Harbor.
The two story house is private with a backyard fire pit. While the home is exclusively yours, the property itself also has another studio rental and owners living quarters across the driveway. We promise to be respectful neighbors;) please note this is a pet friendly property! We do have dogs that we keep with us at all times, but you might see on the property.
The kitchen has recently been updated with all new appliances and paint. The bedrooms have new mattresses, and fresh coats of paint throughout.
The two bedrooms are located in the second floor along with two of the three bathrooms. The master bedroom king sized bed is a high off the ground four poster bed. The other bedroom has a regular style queen sized brand new bed.
You will be 5 minutes from Acadia National park. Bass Harbor headlight, Ship Harbor, Wonderland, and Seawall picnic area. Bar harbor is a 20 minute drive.
Nearby is Archies lobster pound, Hansen’s seaside takeout (both walkable) and by car Thurstons lobster pound. And Seafood ketch. There are many other options in the neighboring town of Southwest Harbor.
The two story house is private with a backyard fire pit. While the home is exclusively yours, the property itself also has another studio rental and owners living quarters across the driveway. We promise to be respectful neighbors;) please note this is a pet friendly property! We do have dogs that we keep with us at all times, but you might see on the property.
The kitchen has recently been updated with all new appliances and paint. The bedrooms have new mattresses, and fresh coats of paint throughout.
The two bedrooms are located in the second floor along with two of the three bathrooms. The master bedroom king sized bed is a high off the ground four poster bed. The other bedroom has a regular style queen sized brand new bed.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not child proof, bedrooms on 2nd floor
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
About the area
Bass Harbor
Bass Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting.

Tremont, ME
What's nearby
- Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
- Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- Wendell Gilley Museum - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 6 min drive
- Archie’s Lobster - 7 min walk
- Circle K - 5 min drive
- The Upper Deck - 4 min drive
- Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 24 min drive
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
21 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sherrie v.
28 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Sherrie v.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
12 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
6 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cathy P.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base
Cathy P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
sheila b.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
sheila b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marlene L.
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Marlene L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Connie S.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable spot for exploring Acadia
Connie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mona C.
5 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mona C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
24 August 2025
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Linda L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Dana D.
30 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dana D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John B.
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Stay in Southwest Harbor Area
Nicole S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren B.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay on MDI
Lauren B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Larry P.
6 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Larry P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Herb S.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend on MDI
Herb S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Evelyn J.
18 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Find
Evelyn J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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