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Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park.

Sun and fun on the beach, near Acadia National Park

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Oceanfront-There is a small cleared beach area at the base of the stone steps
Terrace/patio
view from kitchen, dining and living room areas
Terrace/patio
Seated in the living room offers great views of Somes Sound

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Place, Mount Desert Island Historical Society
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

+8
6 Single Beds and 6 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park.

Private with flexible cancellation policy. Wake up to sound of seals and ocean life on Mount Desert Island. Cantilevered house sited at the high tide mark on Somes Sound. A peaceful unique home with easy viewing of resident eagles, seals and other wildlife. If you are looking for a comfortable oceanfront house with swimmable water, look no further. The beach below has lots of great rocks to dive off or maybe you want to rest and read on a comfortable lounge chair on the deck, that hangs out and over the ocean below. We encourage a 2-week minimum during July & August months. Please reach out if interested in a month or longer for the 2023 season. House is very close (walking distance) to hiking and carriage roads. Carriage roads are very suitable for all ages and athletic abilities. Northeast Harbor is a 5-minute drive, Bar Harbor just about 12 minutes and about the same drive to Southwest--where you will find lots of dining options. Or you might decide to pick up some fresh fish or lobsters and enjoy dinner at the house. Maximum number of guests: 6 guests. Downstairs is a private queen-bedded room with a large picture window (with curtains), a closet and plenty of built-in drawers as well as a mirror that slides up/down in case you would like to wake up to an ocean view. Medium sized bathroom with sunken cast iron tub, great shower head and tiled throughout. Upstairs are bunk beds that thick and comfortable with plenty of windows and side porches; keeps ocean air circulating. There are closets and all bunks have drawers underneath and both sides have bureaus. Big eye-level ocean and mountain views. Separate bathroom upstairs as well. A 48-inch smart TV was added in 2022 (upstairs) as well as a Sonos port to more easily access your own music--connected to 2 house speakers.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
You agree that you will take full responsibility for making sure children are old enough to safely stay upstairs and understand heights.
Upon confirmed booking, guests must show a valid picture ID and the name on credit card must match name on the reservation.
Mid September through November: Maximum number of guests is 5 guests.

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this cottage is in the mountains and on the beach. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Naturalist's Notebook and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Bar Harbor Whale Watching are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Mount Desert Island Historical Society - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 17 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Chart Room - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mount Desert cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mount Desert Island Historical Society and Acadia National Park. Perpendicular Trail and Islesford Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Angela

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My sisters and I have been enjoying magnificent Mount Desert all our lives. We love the variety of things to do--both on and off the island. You are only limited by your own imagination. Mount Desert Island offers easy access to day hikes, carriage road walks, swimming, sailing or boating in ponds, lakes or the ocean, ferry rides to neighboring islands. Once you get a taste of Acadia National Park, you will get hooked! I provide insider tips and recommendations on specific sights, walking and hiking trails, dining spots etc--to get you started with your own explorations and adventures on Mount Desert Island.

Why they chose this property

This property is unique in that it is extremely close to the water's edge. You can relax on the deck and hear the sounds of the ocean just below. There are very few places quite like our location on Somes Sound, that give such expansive water and ocean views from everywhere in the house. The house is low maintenance and perfect to return to after a full day of activity or to lay low, while reading and/or watching sailing races and other boat activity. Over the years, I have made small adjustments to maintain what so many have grown to appreciate about this wonderful piece of heaven. If you like hearing the ocean lapping the shoreline or waking up to the sounds of seals cavorting, you will love our little "nub house" on Somes Sound.

What makes this property unique

Proximity and surrounding views. Many people love the hot outdoor shower with a views of the Sound and evening sunsets--it doesn't get much better than that! This house feels like a treehouse and is perfect for those looking for tranquility but within easy proximity to everything on Mount Desert Island; hiking, biking, all harbor towns, golf, tennis, canoeing, kayaking (right outside), swimming and so on. The house is built of mostly wood and a lot of glass--offering you and your group mountain and ocean views. We often hear people remark about our site, being one of the best vantage points on Somes Sound facing southwest. The deck hangs out over the water---you will not want to leave especially at sunset. But island adventures are too extensive to list-there are hundreds of things to see and experience on Mount Desert and its neighboring islands. We leave suggestions at the house as well as updated brochures for whale watching, fishing, bird watching, paddle boarding --and so on. In short, if you are a small group and want to be away from the summer crowds but close enough to all grocery stores, shops and restaurants, you will be hard pressed to find a better spot on Somes Sound.

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English, French

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