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Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park

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Room
Terrace/patio
Water side of the Boathouse
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Dock
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Place, Seal Cove Pond
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park

The Boathouse is an efficiency cottage that accommodates 2. It has everything you could ask for in a romantic cottage getaway. The Boathouse is a waterfront cottage located on the shore of Hodgdon Pond, a fresh water pond on the west side of Mount Desert Island. Hodgdon Pond is very quiet and peaceful and is bordered by Acadia National Park that protects the watershed from future development on the east side of the pond. From the front deck, you look right out over the beach area and dock where there are kayaks, canoe and rowboat for the free use of our guests. The dock and use of boats is shared with one other vacation home.

Amenities include: The efficiency of one room living area with a queen size bed, kitchen with dinette, range and refrigerator and two chairs to relax in. The separate bathroom has a new walkin shower. There is a land line telephone where cell service can be limited due to the location. Satellite cable TV, and internet is also provided. The spacious deck has an outdoor grill. Newly updated heating and air conditioning system.
Area Information:

The recreational, cultural, and dining offerings in this area are phenomenal. Acadia National Park is at your fingertips.

The Park has nearly 32,000 acres of land which offers unequaled beauty and ocean front access. Over 55 miles of carriage trails provide hiking and biking with vistas of unrivaled beauty.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Fine for children, but only one queen bed.

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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

No smoking inside buildings

1 dog under 35 lb’s allowed June 3-9, 2024 June 22-29, 2024 With $150 non refundable pet fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4483537
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Seal Cove

Located in Seal Cove, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Map
Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Seal Cove Pond - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 21 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Boathouse Efficiency Waterfront Cottage near Acadia National Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy place to stay right off the water. Bar Harbor is 20 min from the location so an easy drive to go to dinner or the national park. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations, piece of heaven
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful place to stay during an Acadia getaway. My husband and I spent our honeymoon here and loved how quiet and private our stay was. The property is immaculately kept and just a short drive from everything you want to do on the island. We will absolutely stay here again when we come back to Acadia!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for two people exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor! Loved coming back to such a peaceful and quiet cabin at the end of a busy day. Super clean and had everything we needed. Very easy check in process and great communication with host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Viktoria K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here, just sitting on the dock drinking my morning coffee made it all worth it. It’s a little slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

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

Wonderful stay

Great stay on the water!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Great place to stay

A wonderful cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Lakehouse is just beautiful! It had everything for a quiet escape in nature. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Great Spot

Nice cabin with everything you need. It was very peaceful being on the "quiet side" of the island.
Full Moon
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

A great "little" place!

We loved our stay at the Boathouse!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Great place to stay

Another delightful stay at the Boathouse.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

Peaceful get away

Beautiful home and location. Perfect for 2 people looking to relax in a peaceful atmosphere yet close to Acadia and Bar Harbor for daytime adventures.9
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful property

Had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boathouse is a beautiful place to stay. Just sitting in the quiet overlooking the lake is enough to bring me back. I am glad there was not much available on the other side of the island as it was busy. Staying in this side of the island and driving to bar harbor gave us a chance to explore the island on our way over. Very much recommend this place, it is all it claims to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Magical

The Boathouse is beautiful and serene. We have been traveling Maine and this was the highlight of our trip. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie O.

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

Boathouse cottage

A very clean and cozy cottage, perfect for our trip to Maine for our anniversary. We loved the location and it was a beautiful view. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

MDI marathon

Wonderful stay. Super relaxing and clean. Enjoyed the time spent there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

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

What a tranquil getaway

The Boathouse was just the perfect place for my husband and I to stay while exploring Acadia. The view from the dock was so serene and the perfect spot to enjoy a good book. The Boathouse itself was just the perfect amount of space for two. The home was clean, heating/cooling system worked great, bathroom was spacious, and close to bar harbor and other Acadia area attractions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris J.

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

Couples Retreat

Great little tucked away boathouse
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny L.

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

great little cottage

The cottage was better than we had hoped for .The dock was awsome.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

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

Maine vacation

We enjoyed the peaceful pond and access to the boats. The boathouse was cozy and stocked with comforts of home. The bed was very comfy too. Location to Acadia and Bar Harbor were perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Getaway

The cabin was cozy and the setting was beautiful. It’s the perfect place to immerse yourself in nature and just a 15 min drive to an active downtown (Bar Harbor).
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

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

Loved our stay!!

If you’re looking for the perfect place to refresh and unplug, this is it! It is in close proximity to local attractions while remaining peaceful, as it’s located on a pond/ lake! Don’t pass up this perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Honeymoon getaway

The property was fantastic! A comfortable cottage on the lake with all the amenities that you need to use as a base camp for your Acadia adventures!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2021
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Boathouse is truly a gem, perfect for a couple looking for a remote get away but close enough to enjoy all that Acadia has to offer. We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Private cozy cabin just close enough to all of MDI

Quiet cabin on a pristine pond bordered by Acadia National Park. We enjoyed the kayaks for a paddle with a loon, the misty mornings, and the easy drive to Southeast and Bar Harbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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