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Oceanfront; Stunning views of Cadillac. Acadia & Schoodic nearby. Kayaks, too!

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view across Frenchman Bay to Acadia NP and Bar Harbor
Tree Tops Cottage
Cruise ship anchored ascoss the Bay
fragrant honeysuckle on the deck
Paddle into the bay from our waterfront

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 379.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gouldsboro, ME
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Village Green
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront; Stunning views of Cadillac. Acadia & Schoodic nearby. Kayaks, too!

Located on Frenchman's Bay on the scenic Schoodic Peninsula and just a short drive to Bar Harbor, Tree Tops Cottage is a private and charming guest house on a beautiful coastal property. Guests are encouraged to enjoy five acres of woodlands, gardens, and a peaceful, protected, pristine shore front. High in the branches of old pines, the 3-level cottage boasts panoramic views of the mountains of Acadia National Park, small islands, seasonal cruise ships at anchor, lights of Bar Harbor at night, and the occasional lobster boat working from local fishing villages. If Acadia National Park is on your itinerary, we are 30 miles from the main entrance on Mount Desert Island. Those who prefer a quieter hike will find numerous trails nearby on Schoodic Peninsula. If you prefer to stay at your vacation home, you can wander along garden paths to the water's edge where you can launch one of our kayaks and paddle into Flanders Bay, pass Seal Rocks, and pull up on a sandy beach for lunch and a swim. The protected cove is the perfect place to try kayaking in the finest paddling waters in the area, or striking out in an exploration of the many islands that make up the calm side of Frenchman's Bay. Take your camera as you look for nesting bald eagles, and walk along our shore to find sea heather in season. At day's end, relax in a hammock or chair by the water or on one of your decks to watch the tide ebb and flow, and capture a spectacular sunset.

The first level master suite has a half bath for your convenience. Double French doors open onto the deck where you can enjoy morning coffee in the company of ever-present hummingbirds. The main level has a full bath, generously furnished kitchen/pantry and living area with dining table, relaxing chairs, a cozy nook for reading or napping, and a fireplace that adds to the comfort and charm. An elevated screened porch provides a captivating environment for alfresco dining or relaxing on the chaise lounge, A gas grill is provided for your culinary pleasure. In addition, there is a desk for work or games, a television, and additional sleeping accommodations for one person.

Whether you are looking for a destination to relax in the Schoodic and Bar Harbor area, enjoy the gardens and explore Downeast Maine, or want an active vacation to hike, bike, or paddle, Tree Tops Cottage welcomes you. The on-site owner is an excellent resource for all activities in the area, especially biking, hiking, and paddling. Tree Tops Cottage provides a unique setting to experience the best that beautiful Downeast Maine has to offer. Situated close to the water with three levels and stairs, it is best suited for adults and children 12 and older.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 12
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
12 or older
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, this cottage is near theme parks and by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Cadillac Mountain. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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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Gouldsboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Bartlett Maine Estate Winery - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 54 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 58 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 59 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tracey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Mexican Takeout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Flanders Bbq - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront; Stunning views of Cadillac. Acadia & Schoodic nearby. Kayaks, too! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront; Stunning views of Cadillac. Acadia & Schoodic nearby. Kayaks, too!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront; Stunning views of Cadillac. Acadia & Schoodic nearby. Kayaks, too!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront; Stunning views of Cadillac. Acadia & Schoodic nearby. Kayaks, too! located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Bartlett Maine Estate Winery, Sullivan Harbor Farm and Grindstone Neck Golf Course. Chapter Two Art Gallery and Tidal Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

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

Unbelievable time

Perfect location to get everywhere we wanted to go along with the friendliest hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay and was everything the posting said it would be. The hosts are extremely generous in sharing their property, gardens and kayaks to access the quiet water off of their property. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely best VRBO experience we have ever had! Our hosts were awesome and the cottage was beautiful and fully equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our week exploring Acadia on both MDI and the Schoodic peninsula. Highly recommend- our host, John, invited us for a ride in Frenchman’s Bay on his boat and with my hubby suffering from a touch of motion sickness from a sailing excursion previously we had to decline. Enjoyed a happy hour with our hosts in their gorgeous main house overlooking the meticulously maintained gardens. It was a pleasure to meet such wonderful hosts and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Amazing cottage

This was our 3rd year staying at this cottage and we loved everything about it! Location, perfect! View, perfection! Our hosts, amazing! Everything you need is at your fingertips and the cottage was perfect, as usual. John, Ann and Brandy are wonderful hosts and we will be back for year 4 next year!
View from deck
View from dock/ platform
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly y.

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

Peaceful

We’ve have stayed at many VRBO’s, this was by far the best experience we’ve ever had. John and Ann went above and beyond making sure our home was well stocked, clean and comfortable. The surrounding gardens are gorgeous and the view from the screened in porch was simply beautiful. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Relax with a View

What a wonderful stay we had! It was awesome to have the perspective of the tree tops, the water, and the Acadia Hills. The cottage is so well done and peaceful and the gardens so enchanting. The enclosed porch, large deck and master bedroom all with a view make this a special private getaway. Impeccable hospitality, with just the right amount of communication. Easy access to Acadia National Park, especially Schoodic point which is our favorite and love the sunset view from Cadillac Mountain. John found and mailed a lost cargo strap, that’s service supreme! All in all the perfect place to be on retreat enjoying one of the best parts of Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesli H.

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Peaceful Getaway

The property is amazing! Beauty every where you look. So peaceful and relaxing. John and Ann were wonderful hosts. John helped carry our luggage to the cottage. They left us a bottle of wine and cheese and crackers upon check-in. Very helpful with things to do in the area. Lovely little tree top cottage. Convenient to area attractions. Would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley D.

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Great first trip to Maine

Quiet, comfortable and convenient location. The hosts are superb! Enjoyed visiting many harbor towns and coastal sites.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie Samara H.

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

Peaceful paradise with a bird's eye view

Every day was different....the sky, the water, the weather...and it was all breathtakingly beautiful. In a prime location to explore all of Acadia National Park, Tree Tops is the perfect place for a home base with views and amenities to make a day in a lovely experience. The hosts, John and Ann see to your every need while preserving your privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Wonderful!!

We had a wonderful time at the Treetop Cottage. Beautiful views of the bay, along with lovely gardens surrounding the homes helped us relax from our long drive. The cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. It was so nice to return to after our adventures during the day! We highly recommend. If we ever get back to Maine, we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

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

Tree house with a view

It was a beautiful, clean, tree house with gardens, and beach front views. The hosts greeted us and left fresh flowers and cheese, fruit and wine. We felt very special. They also took us out in their boat which we will always remember. We would stay here again. It was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Absolutely Perfect

Our stay at the treetops was absolutely perfect. John, Ann, and Brandy were the best hosts you could imagine. The gift basket, kayaks, the wonderful boat ride were over the top.There is so much to do in the area and on the grounds.My wife and I couldn’t think of anything that could be improved on.Really hated to leave.Thank you again for sharing your slice of heaven,John and Ann. Oh yeah and Brandy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie W.

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A Week in Paradise

Everything about this property was amazing! The hosts were always quick to respond before our arrival and made sure we didn’t need anything during our visit. They have everything you need there and the views are stunning. We felt so relaxed and comfortable during our stay and definitely plan to return soon. We sat on the deck a lot and just enjoyed nature. Definitely a 10/10 experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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Wonderful place with stunning views

We were absolutely thrilled with pur stay in Maine. The cottage was filled with everything we could have wanted or needed during our stay. Simply put, it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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Fantastic cottage and host!

This cottage exceeded our expectations. From the moment we pulled up and were welcomed by our gracious host, John, to our last morning cup of coffee on the deck, we were able to enjoy and relax. We HIGHLY recommend John’s cottage and we plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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Anniversary Get-Away

We loved the views. We were able to soak in the peace and quiet of nature. The second level porch was an amazing view and we spent hours there. John was a hospitable host who looked for ways to make our stay more comfortable. His personal boat tour was a highlight. We would love to go back again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

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Solitude in Paradise

This cottage is appropriately referred to as in the tree tops, close to the main house yet very private. Very beautiful and extremely gracious of the host to allow full use of his property walking through the gardens and walking down to the water. John is nearby either in person or by phone to support you and whatever you need for your trip. The bottom line is would I stay here again and the answer is yes and that’s all you need to know
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

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Treetops Cottage

Great place. Great view. Wonderful host who even took us on a boat ride in the bay. Located away from the crowds of Bar Harbor, but very close to Schodic Point in Acadia National Park. It’s the essential Down East Maine experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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Lovely cottage and views

As our second time staying here, the views do not get old! Such a wonderful home base from our trip. The cottage is so comfy and had everything we needed. The deck, the screen porch, the deck by the water! Already planning our next stay! The hosts are amazing, friendly and full of good information about the area hiking and places to eat. You will not be disappointed about anything staying here. We miss it already!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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Wonderful Stay

John and Anne are wonderful hosts who went above and beyond to make us feel so welcome. The property is even more incredible in person. You can tell that so much thought went into designing the cottage and main house. Loved having dinner on the deck and spending evenings on the screened-in porch overlooking Cadillac mtn. Great location out of the way, but still accessible to Acadia. Really look forward to returning-thanks for everything, John!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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Extraordinary

Truly words can not describe how absolutely enchanting this stay was. Our hosts were the most gracious we have ever experienced with VRBO. The property absolutely exceeded expectations; the VRBO pics and description just can not truly depict the magic of this place!! We packed a cooler, took some blankets and spent an afternoon on the dock. Stunning. I cooked several meals in the most well appointed VRBO kitchen I have ever been in. Thank you. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

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Unbelievably Perfect

Treetops Cottage is the most charming and cozy cottage. Everything is perfect- the accommodation, the view, the kitchen set up, the bed! It is perfectly situated near Acadia and Bar Harbor. It was hard to leave! Would definitely recommend and would love to stay there again!!’
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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A trip to remember

My partner, Samuel and I were more than pleased with everything about John’s lovely cottage in the woods. It has everything you may need, and is a short drive from many great hiking and food spots. Samuel and I would occasionally see John and his golden retriever, Brandy, in passing during our stay. He is an amazingly knowledgeable and kind host, and Brandy could not have been more friendly. We could not have imagined a better place to stay while visiting Acadia. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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Second wonderful stay!

This was our second trip to John’s place and it was just as lovely as the first time. We enjoyed the screened in porch and incredible view of the mountains and ocean. John left us some wine, cheese, fruit, and crackers and helped us with our bags. We had a relaxing week hiking, visiting Bar Harbor, and just hanging out at home. We were even able to see tons of fireworks from the porch on the 4th of July! There’s also a new deck and dock for kayaking and exploring low tide. We had a lovely stay and would recommend staying here highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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Heaven on earth

This was our third time staying at Treetops and each time it gets better. John is a wonderful host, ensuring that you have everything you need. He also took us on a wonderful boat cruise for an afternoon. It’s far enough from the crowds but close enough to the action. There is so much to see and do that you can never be bored. I look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Bernardin

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Why they chose this property

This property immediately impressed us, and so obviously met every criteria for a home on the Maine coast: VIEW!! An amazing panoramic view of Frenchman Bay, the waterfront of the property, the beautiful mountains of Acadia, the lights of Bar Harbor at night, and the charm of the Schoodic Peninsula, with a spectacular section of Acadia Ntl. Park in our neighborhood, for biking, hiking, paddling,and exploring the many villages and arts activities.

What makes this property unique

A short drive if you want to visit Mt. Desert Island and Bar Harbor, or just 15 minutes to Winter Harbor: restaurants, galleries, shopping, and the beautiful Schoodic Section of Acadia Ntl. Park.
The cottage is very private, roomy, completely and tastefully decorated and supplied, and quiet, surrounded by perennial gardens and 2 outdoor spaces, both with gorgeous views.

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