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~ STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SOUND VIEWS~

Family-friendly holiday home in Mount Desert with a water park

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Ariel view of the property and Somes Sound (Ocean)
View from your deck of our lovely landscaped yard,  Somes Sound and mountains
Mountain views from your deck `sunset
Ariel view of property and behind
Cottage View from the driveway

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10289.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

~ STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SOUND VIEWS~


*Special discounted winter rate Nov-Mar is for 6 guest total only.

In season 10 guests total, not to exceed 8 ADULTS maximum plus 2 children due to bed configuration and town code. You will be cancelled if you exceed the adult max upon arrival ~without refund.

Amazing Sound View, located in Hall Quarry, Mount Desert! Hall Quarry is located about halfway between Somesville and Southwest Harbor on Mount Desert Island.

Hall Quarry is a peaceful and serene village that sits nestled in the hills on Somes Sound, the only natural fjard on the East coast and a popular sailing and pleasure boating destination, offering protected deep anchorages and spectacular views all year long.

Sound View is a very spacious, meticulously decorated and a comfortable home away from home set amidst a huge manicured yard, overlooking the most spectacular and amazing ever-changing views of Somes Sound, as well as beautiful Sargent, Bald Peak, Parkman and Norumbega Mountains. Relax in the most private setting while you sip your coffee on your very spacious deck and enjoy the breathtaking views! Watch the deer grazing all around you in the early evenings. Also take in our spectacular Maine Lupine flowering field in full bloom, along your view to the Sound (seasonally, usually Early June). Feel free to cut some to have them fragrant the inside as well.

We are just minutes (2 to 3 miles) to some of Acadia National Park's most popular hiking and biking trails, as well as great swimming at Echo Lake Beach. We are within 8 miles of downtown Bar Harbor and minutes to everything that our beautiful Island has to offer, without having to endure the lack of privacy with downtown properties and the huge crowds and noise from the cruise ship traffic while staying in Bar Harbor.

Sound View has 4+ lovely bedrooms and three bathrooms. It will comfortably accommodate a total of 10 (8 ADULTS / 2 CHILDREN MAXIMUM) due to bed configurations. It is delicately appointed with fine furnishings, upscale real down duvet bedding, linens, & housewares, etc.

This amazing property provides you with everything you could possibly need! The beautiful gas fireplace is a perfect setting for cooler evenings. On the entrance level floor, there is a fully stocked kitchen for the chef in you leading to an open concept living room and sun-room dining area, both with large sliding glass doors to the spacious deck and gorgeous view. Lots of windows throughout allows for wonderful natural light. We just installed a heat pump for heating and cooling, A/C needs in the living room, kitchen, dining area. Into the hall, there is a master bedroom with a king sized bed and a smaller en-suite bathroom, as well as a second bedroom with a queen size bed and a larger bathroom for the main floor to utilize. Both upstairs bedrooms offer a/c and ceiling fans, other fans are available in the property.

Wander downstairs where you will find two more queen sized bedrooms, one leading to what we call the twin room. It has a twin bed and trundle unit (sleeps kids only). Also downstairs is a great office space with a relaxing day bed and then a very spacious recreation room for lounging, watching television on the comfy sofas or playing ping pong or one of the great games we have included. It also has a full bath attached with a tub.

Our glorious views continue from every window. This house is perfect for extended families traveling together or multiple couples. There is a washer and dryer located on each floor for your convenience. Outside enjoy the very spacious back yard with a great fire pit are for roasting marshmallows, playing corn hole or bring some other back yard games you enjoy. Firewood is available at the corner of Grants Hill Road for minimal fee.

Supplied items: All linens and bath towels, some beach towels, a Kuerig and drip coffee brewer, Crock pot/air fryer, microwave, dishwasher, all the pots, pans and dishware you will need. We supply laundry detergent, dish detergent, dish washer detergent, hand soaps, trash bags and spices. Also a couple of rolls of toilet paper for each bath and a starter roll of paper towels.

Please note: we are dog friendly, but you must inquire first with breed and size. We allow two dogs maximum and charge a fee if $200 per stay. No dogs are allowed on any furniture or bedding or will be charged For additional cleaning time.

Please visit our other properties:
Our sister property across the street Listing #9430299 Sleeps 8, max 6 A plus kids ~ 4 Bedroom/2 Bath!! Great for a reunion!!
Listing # 3814222 Seascape also located in Hall Quarry sleeps 6,
Listing # 3900896 Lilac Lane sleeps 8 located in the Village of Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets are not allowed on any furniture or bedding
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only and properly dispose
No pets allowed on any furniture or bedding or subject to addlt cleaning. Lobster cooking only outside with cooker. Please give us a few hours notice
If we find that you smoke or vape cigarettes, Marijuana in the home you will be charged a $500 additional professional cleaning fee
IF you exceed our max guests of 8 ADULTS plus 2 children. We will cancel your booking immediately and have you removed. There are external cameras.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 19 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 24 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Otter Cliff - 26 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~ STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SOUND VIEWS~ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at ~ STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SOUND VIEWS~?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~ STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SOUND VIEWS~?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is ~ STUNNING MOUNTAIN AND SOUND VIEWS~ located?

This family-friendly Mount Desert holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Maine Granite Industry Museum and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Echo Lake Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our family vacation - our 5 adult kids and us all had plenty of room and the location was so convenient to all the hiking trails we visited in Acadia, as well as Bar Harbor. The home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Comfortable house. Great location.

The house was perfect for the needs of 6 adults and 3 kids ages 3-16. Great location between SW Harbor and Bar Harbor. Quiet....right near Echo Lake and Acadia hikes, and not far from Long Pond. Supermarket nearby, and great restaurants in both places
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Excellent (all around)!

We had the best stay! Plenty of space for all! Great location and all the amenities for comfort!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romin P.

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

Fantastic place

Location is great and home is huge.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

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

Quiet Relaxing Stay

We had a wonderful time exploring Bar Harbor and the other harbors. The house was beautiful, great view, and very comfortable. We enjoyed our time and will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

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

Nice view

Beautiful view close to Acadia to hike. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake W.

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

Amazing Place!

I was here with a bunch of friends for a wedding, and the entire experience couldn’t have been better. Everything was flawlessly communicated to us, the house was exactly what we thought it would be, and overall it was just a beautiful place to stay. 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki D.

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

We loved the space!

With three generations staying in the house, the space to spread out so everyone had their own corner was essential. We had an absolutely lovely time. Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa N., Ebensburg

Enough space and amenities for everyone

We had a family with teens and adult children with their own families. The layout worked perfect for us. We had our own space and kids could spread out. A good location for Acadia and Bar Harbor as well as other smaller locations with great restaurants and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Perfect Home for your vacation stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Soundview! The home is beautiful, comfortable, nice and clean, comfortable beds, clean linens and it had everything we needed for a week stay! There were 9 of us in total - 4 adults and 5 kids and there was plenty of room for all of us! The kids thoroughly enjoyed having the downstairs area to themselves - with their own TV, sitting area, play area, bathroom and beds! It was perfect! The firepit and deck were also perfect for dinner and drinks after a long day of exploring the area. The house is also within an easy distance from Acadia Park Loop and lots of wonderful hikes, lakes, ponds, etc. I highly recommend a stay at Soundview!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Simply Outstanding!

We are repeat visitors to Mt. Desert Island and the magic of Acadia, with the good fortune to have visited many times over the past 20+ years. For this summer’s trip, we traveled with extended family who had never visited Acadia before. We found the listing for Sound View and there were no reviews when we booked, so we did a bit more research and found the great reviews for Randy and Erica Merchant’s other properties on the island. We thought Sound View would work well for us since we were two families (each with a dog) and we could keep our two teenagers busy with the available games, volleyball, basketball, and of course (!) Wi-Fi. The description and photos shown do not do justice showcasing this amazing home! First of all, the location is breathtaking – up a small hill off of Hall Quarry Rd with a phenomenal view of Sargent and Norumbega Mountains! The differing times of the day showcase the beauty with such different types of light – a photographer could just setup a tripod and attempt to capture this beauty for hours! Add some fog in the morning, or the amazing sunrises – just breathtaking! Now to the house – it’s beautiful! A wide open kitchen with TONS of storage space (great for the grocery run on the way to MDI!) with a comfortable living room on the main floor. The two bedrooms on the main floor are separated by the bathroom so you are not in each other’s way. Downstairs is the entertainment room, plus two more bedrooms (also separated from one another) and the small bunk bedroom which we used as a changing room. There are two doors downstairs to go outside to the yard, which is helpful when taking a dog outside for a walk (on a leash). We had several cookouts using the gas grill on the deck, and several campfires using the fire pit in the yard. There was nothing we needed during our stay. There’s an ample supply of cooking materials for the kitchen. Plenty of towels for both upstairs and downstairs, handily stored by both washers and dryers. Plenty of glassware available as well. We had a couple of questions before and during our stay, so we emailed Erica and received lightning fast responses. Not sure how she does it, but she does! This was our first stay in Hall Quarry. We prefer “the quiet side” of MDI and have often stayed in Southwest Harbor. Thanks to the outstanding experience at Sound View, we plan to return. Our stay at Sound View was simply a treasure. Thank you for helping us make so many outstanding memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

lynn a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house and location but dehumidifier leaked, no shampoo or soap in showers, which is unusual. No dishwasher pods. Great deck and nice to be away from town. Overall very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and convenient location. The hosts were super fast to respond. Perfect spot for our family's Acadia vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious property well located for all things Acadia national park. Owners are very friendly and communicative. Big kitchen for cooking and two refrigerators. Check-in and out were smooth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location to explore Acadia Natl Park. Quiet neighborhood. Large yard for kids to play.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie K.

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

Best Vacation!

This home was perfect for our family. The view out back is amazing! This home had everything our family needed and more. We very much enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend this house for others to stay in. This house was very close to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor. We even were lucky enough to see Deer outside a couple of times.
A cute deer we saw in the back yard!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilu B.

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

My significant birthday vacation!

Thank you, Erica and Randy for having such a beautiful, clean , and conveniently located on Mount Desert Island, Maine! From the moment we walked in, everything was exactly as described in the property. Lots of little surprises, no foosball table, but an excellent ping-pong table that we played every single night… We have some champion ping-pong players now in our family.! The fire pit outside served as well with a nice fire glow as well as delicious s’mores! Huge dining room table, where we ate our meals and played lots of fun card games as well as Mexican train dominoes. I will also let you know. I really enjoyed every morning waking up to the beautiful mountains where I had my coffee and sat outside. Thank you again for your beautiful property. I’m sharing it with my family for my very significant birthday vacation. We’re already planning our next vacation and we wanna stay at your house. Thank you again you do for the VRBO community.
Our nightly visitors!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Family Trip to Acadia

Wonderful stay in great location for the park! Plenty of room for our family, and loved watching the stars at night and the view of the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

S H.

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

Wonderful location for extended family

The space is wonderful. It allowed one of our family members and their family to have the space on the lower level with plenty of room and the rest of us on the main floor. Kitchen was well equipped. The view off the balcony is gorgeous. Should we make it back to the Acadia area, we will definitely book this location again. The host was very quick with replies and answered all of our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint S.

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

Great place

This place turned out to be a great place for our extended family of 9 to stay. It’s about 20 minutes from everywhere on MDI making it a great hub to see everything you want to see.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint W.

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

Acadia adventure

Had a wonderful time at the Sound View house! Plenty of space and amenities for a family of 6 adults. Comfortable beds and furniture and a well equipped kitchen. Located in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood with great views. Watching the full moon rise over the mountains from the deck will be a lifelong memory for the whole family. Daily deer sightings in the yard and a great space for nighttime fires. Easy to navigate to everything Acadia has to offer. I highly recommend the house and the hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan K.

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

Family Acadia Vacation

We had a wonderful time! The house was perfect for our family of 4 couples and two small children. We especially enjoyed the back deck and fire pit. We would definitely return to the same place if we come back to Acadia
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa K.

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

Great family vacation!

We are a multi-generational family of six, and had a wonderful time at Erica and Randy’s home. It’s filed with nice touches, such as decorative touches, books, a ping-pong table, and a binder filled with nearby tourist information and suggestions. There was a lot of room for everyone - and each bedroom and bathroom was roomy (other than the tiny bunk bed room). The master bath’s shower is small, but was fine for us. The beds are comfortable, and so is the furniture. The kitchen is somewhat modern and has everything! We made many meals, and needed nothing but fresh ingredients from the market. We loved sitting out on the deck. It was great for resting before, during, and after just about anything Mt. Desert has to offer! There were a few issues, but not too terrible: The temperature downstairs really never got cool enough. Our week there wasn’t very warm, but if it was, it would have been uncomfortable. One of the baby gates did not fit a potentially dangerous part of the house at the entrance (where the staircase is located). We have a toddler who had to be watched every moment. However, the 2nd gate fit well on the deck by the table. If you are an adults-only group, there are no such issues. We had a few simple questions / concerns that were answered very quickly, and experienced wonderful communication. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Location

We really enjoyed a lot of things about this property. The location was fantastic. We were able to stay away from the really busy Bar Harbor but be close enough to drive to Bar Harbor or Acadia as we liked. We had plenty of options for food, ice cream near the place as well. Another thing we really liked was the layout of the house. We were able to let the teens have the downstairs area for bedrooms and hanging out while the adults stayed upstairs. We enjoyed the firepit and hammock and walks around the neighborhood. The best beach on the island and great hikes are right outside the door. Overall - great place for our Acadia NP excursions
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Great family stay

The property was spacious, clean, well-equipped, and exactly as advertised. We were able to easily enjoy the attractions of Mount Desert Island, being centrally located, and had beautiful views and outside dining and entertaining spaces to enjoy the scenery at the house. The neighborhood was very quiet and it was really perfect for a quiet family get-away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Erica Merchant

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My husband, myself and our two boys most recently acquired Sound View. My husband and children are all natives to Hall Quarry and I am originally from Massachusetts. We also reside in Hall Quarry, Mount Desert.

Why they chose this property

This property is very near and dear to my husband. It was his grandfather's property originally. It was then passed on to his uncle. A lot of great memories were made gardening and horseback riding with his grandfather when he was young. We were delighted we were given the chance to retain this property within the family.

What makes this property unique

Lots of property both inside and out to stretch out and enjoy!

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