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Driftwood Cottage: Bass Harbor, ME

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Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Driftwood Cottage: Bass Harbor, ME

This sweet ranch home abuts Acadia National Park's Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse entrance. Its close to the Acadia National Parks walking trails Ship Harbor and Wonderland. Seawall is also not to far from Driftwood Cottage. There is a big wrap around front deck along with a big front yard. You and your family can enjoy the fire pit and play set in peace and quite environment. Driftwood Cottage is pretty private so you can enjoy your vacation with your family. The cottage is pet friendly and your pet will enjoy the spacious environment. Restaurants, little shops, grocery stores and the library are located near by. You will enter this comfortable ranch home through a spacious mudroom. Inside, the eat-in kitchen offers seating for 4 at the table and 2 more at the bar. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and is well appointed. The adjacent living room is spacious, offering multiple spaces for gathering. Featuring two bedrooms, the master is set with a king size bed. The master bedroom does have TV and amazon fire stick set up. The second bedroom has a bunk bed with a full bed over a full bed with a pull out twin trundle bed underneath. Allowing for up to 5 people in this room. This second bedroom would be great for kids, it also has TV and amazon fire stick set up.

Property manager

Joseph Lunt & Christina Lunt
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No out of control parties

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

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia 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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Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 25 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftwood Cottage: Bass Harbor, ME pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Driftwood Cottage: Bass Harbor, ME ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Cottage: Bass Harbor, ME ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood Cottage: Bass Harbor, ME located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 214 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 214 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Another great Acadia stay at Driftwood Cottage

We returned to driftwood cottage after falling in love with the property two years ago, and this time we had one more child and one more dog than our last visit! Once again, this incredible property did not disappoint. Our kids loved the bunk beds, the swing set, and the children’s books, and my wife and I appreciated the laundry machines, the spacious deck, and the quiet setting. Our hosts were, as always, prompt and helpful when we needed assistance. They even shared some clutch suggestions for entertaining our family on a rainy day. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful describes it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Another great weekend getaway

Another great stay at Driftwood Cottage. The owners go above and beyond for their guests! We plan to be back in the Spring. Jason & Carol Carrigan
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Property was amazing, great place to relax after exploring the area. Perfect for families with young kids. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

So much more than I expected. This is a beautiful private quiet lot with deer visiting (or I guess we were the visitors). The lighthouse is a 10 minute walk to the cliffs with breathtaking views and the faint sounds of the bells in the background. We sat outside very early in the morning with coffee and I haven’t seen so many stars since I was a child. The house is immaculate and well appointed with everything necessary for your stay. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

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

Awesome!

Highly recommend! We loved staying at Driftwood Cottage. So many extras included in this VRBO. Communicating with the owners was easy and quick. No complaints. We hope to definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Conveniently Located First Class Accommodations

We were very pleased with our stay. My husband and I and two Shelties had more than enough room to spread out in this lovely home. Everything was pristine and top notch. Conveniently located for hiking in Seawall area and very close to Bass Harbor Light. We loved the food nearby at Charlotte’s Lobster pound near Seawall. We hope to come back with more family members next time. We can imagine this house would perfect for a visit with.grandchildren.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Fantastic Stay - Book this house!

We were lucky enough to spend 5 wonderful nights here as part of an east coast road trip from Wisconsin. As someone who travels often with our dogs, we rely heavily on rental platforms like this. We also host. When I say this property was one of my favorites out of hundreds, take that to heart. It was so clean, organized, stocked and comfortable. They thought of every detail - down to a very exciting box of dog toys mine loved. Comfy towels, bedding, blankets etc. This house has everything you need. Wonderful, quiet yard. Safe for pups and kids- little traffic as its a dead end gravel road. Quick walk to the lighthouse and easy drives to Acadia, Bar Harbour, Schoodic. Host was helpful, kind and didn't leave a laundry list of instructions which was refreshing. It was simply comfortable. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

The Driftwood at Bass Harbor

The Driftwood Cottage was stocked well with almost everything that you would need for a comfortable getaway. We just stayed for one night, and enjoyed the quiet side of Acadia! The description for the property could use some updating though. It said that you could take a short trail through the woods to the Bass Harbor lighthouse. This is no longer allowed through the national park property across the street from the cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline D.

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

Beautiful place

We were thrilled with our stay here! Everything was perfect! There were even deer in the front yard in the morning. Fantastic place to spend your time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

The Perfect Getaway

This house is perfectly located near some beautiful hikes in Acadia! The hosts were SUPER responsive and we felt right at home. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to cook some delicious meals. I’ll definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

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

Great place to end the day!

We loved the place! Great vacation and could go there to relax in the evening. Very clean we all loved the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle H.

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

Amazing Stay!

We had the best time exploring Acadia and being able to stay at this amazing home! It literally had everything you could possibly need. It was so clean, comfortable and peaceful. Being greeted every morning by the cute little deer was an extra bonus. It was great being walking distance to the Bass Harbor Lighthouse and a 4 minute drive to the Wonderland Trail. And close enough to end most evenings in Southwest Harbor. Looking forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Beds

Property and location was wonderful. Beds in small bedroom was a little difficult for adults, but we made do. We completely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Analisa F.

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

Family vacation

Visting Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor was amazing. Lobster rolls like no other in South Harbor. The home we stayed in was lovely and met all our needs. Beautiful property in a great location. Loved seeing the deer out front when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

Just what we needed

This house was a perfect place to stay for our trip to Acadia. It was stocked with just about everything we needed. It was clean and comfortable and wonderful to come home to after a day activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

A serene base to explore Acadia National Park & MDI

Not only was the property as listed and pictured, but we found it extremely well-appointed which was so convenient and appreciated. It was clean and an excellent layout for our family - and the kids really enjoyed the playset outside! The biggest draw of this property is how calm and serene the location is. It's an oasis from the very crowded part of the island, but also very close to very interesting attractions like the Ship Harbor trail and great food spots. We enjoyed the mornings and nights on the deck, looking at the deers that always visit and listening to the sounds from the sea.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Holiday in Arcadia

Lovely property in a beautiful bit of the island. The house was so well thought through - everything you need. Such a beautiful and peaceful part of the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

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

A perfect fit for our family

Wonderful stay at Driftwood Cottage! Very child-friendly, clean, and filled with thoughtful touches throughout. We truly wanted for nothing and our stay was very easy. We particularly the firepit and swingset, which made kept our kids happy. Very quiet and peaceful location--a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Acadia. Everything was as advertised and we would come back again. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

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

Amazing place to stay

Enjoyed staying at this property. It was very close to a bunch of major locations as well as a great restaurant called Archie’s lobster. We were able to get to a lot of the Arcadia attractions with 20 minutes, which is exactly what we were looking for. We were far enough away that we were in the middle of the woods. The kitchen was well stocked, and they had so much firewood to enjoy in the evenings. Thanks for the amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Michelle S.

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

The Fab Five in Bass Harbor

Great place to stay. Very nice home. Walked to the lighthouse. Close to everything. You will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hank K.

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

Acadia Summer

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Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley J.

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

Quietside Gem

Driftwood cottage is secluded, clean, and well-equipped. We enjoyed sitting on the porch listening to the buoy bell ring and watching the baby deer. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. My husband appreciated that the kitchen was well-appointed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Great stay, beautiful spot

The house is really cute and comfortable. It worked out perfectly for my family if 4. My kids especially loved the playset outside! It was very nice to be able to walk to the Bass Harbor Lighthouse, because parking down there was a little chaotic! The only thing to note is if you are sensitive to dogs and have allergies you may want to bring your allergy medicine along. The house was very clean, but if you have allergies you know!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Amazing staton the quiet side!!

We had a blast! Never stayed in the quiet side and everything was so delightful. Hikes nearby for the whole family to enjoy and the home was better than advertised!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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