Cabin in Mt Desert, ME

Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin

Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin

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Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
Living area

Overview of Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin

8.8 out of 10 Excellent
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Lake view
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Mt Desert, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park5 min walk
  • Popular LocationEcho Lake Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center12 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)15 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin

Our two-story, four-bedroom (two-and-a-half bath) log cabin has beautiful views of Round Pond, a large front deck for lounging and dining, a side deck for grilling, and a dock for swimming and launching the canoe.

It's quiet and peaceful, with no TV connection (although we do have Wi-Fi) and lots of space to explore.

Upstairs: The master bedroom has a king-size bed, and the lofted bedroom (above the living room) has two twin beds. There is also one full and one half bath.

Downstairs: Living room, kitchen, and dining area are all in one open space, with the dining area set off to one side with optimal views of the sunset. There are two bedrooms downstairs: one with a queen bed, and one with two twin beds. There is also a full bath. The cabin is furnished as a home; please treat it as such. If you appreciate hand-crafted furniture, welcome! (If you seek a rough-and-tumble experience, you'll be happy elsewhere.)

We have a TV with DVD-playing capabilities but haven't quite found a great place to put it, so for the moment it's sitting kind of awkwardly on a table in the living room -- feel free to rearrange, if you'd like.

Canoe and swim toys are in the basement!

Property manager

Elizabeth Fox

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Lake view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Service dogs considered

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Start laundry before leaving to avoid extra cleaning fees. No indoor or outdoor fires; grill is provided. Please treat cabin as a home, not a hotel.
Visitors must sign waiver regarding use of water craft; waiver must be signed, scanned, and returned before code to lock box is given.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Garland Farm and West Street Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf 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.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min walk
  • Echo Lake Beach - 11 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive
  • Otter Cliff - 19 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 23 min drive
  • Shell - 4 min drive
  • Tan Turtle Tavern - 16 min drive
  • Beal's Lobster Pier - 14 min drive
  • Colonel's Restaurant - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful & private (but take note...)
This cabin is a find. You basically have a private pond to swim & paddle, with 2 spacious decks for gathering and relaxing. Inside is lovely. The main floor living area is more spacious than we were expecting, and the 4 bedrooms (3+loft) were perfect to accommodate our 3 generation group. Finding this lakefront, w/4 bedrooms, 2.5 bath (+ outdoor shower!) felt like a real score. We were all very happy and comfortable during our stay. Elizabeth is very communicative. She was quick to respond to all inquiries, and also provided lots of useful details and extra info. This continued all the way up to our stay and was really helpful. She obviously cares deeply about the quality of the cabin & its furnishings. However, Elizabeth is also very particular and her expectations exceed common standards. I say this as someone who has frequently rented other vacation homes without issue, and rented out my own home as well. We are respectful and careful guests, always leaving rentals in excellent condition. But, while most of our interactions were helpful and friendly, we also had some tension around a few issues. Do not expect any grace or wiggle room related to rules, and do report anything that could potentially be assessed as damage the instant you discover it. Understand that her concept of "normal wear & tear" may not match yours. And note: you must take with you at checkout any trash accumulated after the last pickup (which is totally inconvenient, kinda gross, and a little odd).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake house
We had a wonderful time at the house. The house and the pond are fantastic and it is so close to nearby hiking and the National Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodolphe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Acadia
The family enjoyed the perfect location to enjoy Acadia. Elizabeth is a great and responsive host that even mailed us back something we left behind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin in peaceful Pretty Marsh
My mom and I stayed in this cabin during our Maine vacation and I would recommend it to anybody who wants a peaceful escape to a wooded place near Acadia National Park. The cabin itself was clean, with good appliances, and plenty of dishes, napkins and utensils. The best part about it is the location in the woods along the lake in Pretty Marsh. I would stay here again if I could.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
Cabin is very secluded/private. Grounds were very well maintained. Inside was very clean and comfortable. Elizabeth was very helpful and was very prompt with questions. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Fox

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Why they chose this property

Seclusion, being surrounded by nature, the only home on the pond with electricity (camp without electricity is set far up, out of view, seldom used). Tasteful furnishings.

What makes this property unique

Peace, quiet, beauty, access to National Park without being hurried, private waterfront property.
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