Lake Front Cottage Facing Acadia National Park on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert

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Looking across Hodgdon Pond towards Acadia National Park from Cottage 1

Driveway side of cottage with parking area

Front of cottage facing the water and view

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Enjoy the area

Seal Cove, ME

Acadia National Park5 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center18 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)20 min drive
Cadillac Mountain37 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Back bedroom

2 Single Beds

Front bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Located in Seal Cove on the 'quiet side' of Mount Desert Island, this cottage at Hodgdon Pond Farm offers proximity to all the other attractions of the island and Acadia National Park. The 3 double bedroom/ 2 bath cottage with sleeping loft shares 7.4 acres and 800 plus or minus feet of shore front on Hodgdon Pond with Cottage 2, which is about 2/3rds of a football field away. (Please see 924253VB). The opposite shore of the lake is owned and protected by the National Park. Wildlife is abundant and guests frequently see osprey, Bald eagles, kingfisher and many other birds as well as deer, beaver, muskrat, and sometimes otter and moose.

The cottage has its own dock, canoe, two kayaks, two Stand-up Paddle Boards, and a rowboat. Swimming is best from the rocks on the opposite shore, and from a swim float in the lake. There is a charcoal grill, picnic table and outdoor furniture as well as a hammock overlooking the lake, Satellite TV and Internet. We now keep a section of the lower field mowed, and there is a storage box containing outdoor games for renters to enjoy. Note this is shared with people in Cottage 2, and there are posted house rules for using the games. PLEASE CHECK WITH ME ABOUT OUR CANCELLATION POLICY because it is very different from the one indicated by VRBO.

There are also two small ponds, a sitting area, swing set and sandbox on the property that are shared with people in Cottage 2.

Wherever possible, we use 'Green' cleaning products, provide supplies made from recycled paper, LED bulbs, and implement other ways to reduce our impact on the environment. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection has certified Hodgdon Pond Farm is an 'Environmental Leader' as designated by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.

Though there are beds for 7 people, we limit occupancy to 6 people, but occasionally permit a 7th person for an additional charge of $250.

Keywords: Lake Front Cottage

Property manager

Barbara Lawrence

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Renters must wash and dry beach towels, and put used sheets in one bag we provide, and towels in the other. Washing other towels greatly appreciated.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seal Cove

Located in Seal Cove, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Seal Cove, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive
Village Green - 23 min drive
Otter Cliff - 26 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Shell - 11 min drive
Tan Turtle Tavern - 22 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 20 min drive
Thurston's Lobster Pound - 14 min drive
Colonel's Restaurant - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Cottage Facing Acadia National Park on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Cottage Facing Acadia National Park on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Cottage Facing Acadia National Park on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Cottage Facing Acadia National Park on the "Quiet Side" of Mt. Desert located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Adam F.

13 September 2023

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

Peaceful Oasis on the Quiet Side

We had an amazing week here, with everything we needed for our family of 7. The house was packed with toys, puzzles, books, and activities for the whole family; the kitchen and bathrooms were well-stocked and more than adequate for us. Beds were comfy and just what we needed. The property is beautiful and quiet, and we enjoyed all the boats and the access to the beautiful pond. We were there just after Labor Day and had the whole pond to ourselves and another family or two. Highly recommended if you want to be on MDI without the crowds and chaos!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

18 July 2023

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

Quiet but close to it all!

This was a great place to stay to have the peace and quiet of the island but also be close to all the experiences of Acadia! We loved our week in Maine.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 July 2023

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

Perfection.

This place is perfect. Complete privacy. Love that the entire time we were there we never saw another person on the water out front.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

13 June 2023

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

Relaxing paradise

The HPF cottage was perfect for our stay. The whole place was very clean and we enjoyed the at-home feel of it. It was a short drive to Acadia and the Park Loop Road. We enjoyed Thurstons Lobster Pound for dinner, which was about a 15 minute drive from the cottage. Our 2 year old appreciated the toys Barbara had at the house (he loved the pull along froggy), and we loved that she had a pack & play and booster seat for him there. The weather didn't cooperate for us to swim but we enjoyed the canoe on the property and loved that there were several small watercraft options to choose from. We loved our peaceful time at HPF and would absolutely return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

19 July 2022

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

Great time in Acadia!

We had a great time at Hodgdon Pond Farm. Great location, great cottage, very peaceful, great to have access to the pond and all the kayaks, canoes, paddle board, and dinghy. Wonderful place!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Lawrence

I'm a summer kid who fell in love with Mount Desert Island and lived there year-round for 15 years. After many years and many travels, I still think of it as home. My first novel and sixth book, 'Islands of Time,' is set on Mount Desert Island. Linda Greenlaw, NYT best-selling author said, 'I really like it. It's a love-song to the people and landscape of Maine.' The sequel "The Other Island: Ben's Story" was published in 2017, and I'm proud that Greenlaw and other fine authors have liked it as well.

Why they chose this property

I was attracted to this property, formerly a hunting and fishing camp, because the ad boasted abundant wildlife. When I first saw Hodgdon Pond Farm, I realized proximity to Acadia National Park gave it enduring protection and privacy, and yet it was convenient to everything else on the island.

What makes this property unique

I love reading in the hammock beside the lake, and listening to the sounds of the birds and animals - the trill of tree frogs, keening of loons, and the querulous calls of osprey that always sound as if they are trying to get children off to school. Sometimes I hear a beaver slap the water with its tail, and sometimes ravens loudly scolding an eagle. The bullfrogs, Kingfisher, and warblers add to this ever changing, ever fascinating serenade. I also love sitting in one of the Adirondack chairs near the Little Ponds. The last time I was there I watched a mother duck and four very small duckings paddling to the bridge with the beaver dam. When they got very close a mink lunged out from under the bridge - but missed them all. Another time I was weeding the garden between the ponds when an otter stood up about ten feet from me, clutching a frog in its paws, which it then crunched as it rested in the culvert. These experiences carry me through a long winter!