See all properties
Entire home

Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor

Photo gallery for Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor

side porch looking out
cottage from water
Road side view
so close to the water
living room looking out

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
Ellsworth, ME
  • Branch Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Telephone Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Green Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Cottage on Branch Lake sleeps 6 w/ private dock. Prefect place to stay if you have friends or family staying in the Branch Lake campground it is only a 2 minute walk from the cottage. This cute little cottage was just newly furnished and is ready for family's to have lake front getaway but yet still close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. This property has a gas grill, washer/dyer, AC, and a heater for colder nights during fall and spring. A canoe is onsite so you can explore the beautiful lake.

Property manager

Shelley Miles

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Beach

Kamp Tahoe Cabin sitting on Branch Lake near Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, (8 reviews)
Kamp Tahoe Cabin sitting on Branch Lake near Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Always leashed and no leaving alone at cottage.
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Renters responsible for water safety. No fireworks Quiet hours 10pm to 7am scoop the poop, leash and no leave dogs alone at cottage.
9 people max at property. lawn is mowed every Friday everything needs to be off the lawn. This is a condo please be respectful of others.
Please only use unit 1 dock each dock is unit specific.

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 deadlock

About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this cottage is on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Bucksport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Branch Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Telephone Museum - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Green Lake - 17 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 22 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Beech Hill Pond - 27 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lucerne Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happytown - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lake front Cottage w/dock close to Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Branch Lake and Telephone Museum. Green Lake and Phillips Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Todd T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outside and lake area was beautiful. Inside of cottage needs work. Main air conditioning did not work. Window unit couldn’t keep up. We had a dog with and during the day it was 86 in the house and only got down to 78 during the night. Tough to sleep in the heat. Plastic shower base is cracked and feels unsafe. Simple things need replacing. Only one light bulb out of three in the bathroom worked. Toaster was broken. Kitchen plates and utensils were cheapest possible quality. Could go on but no need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh A.

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

Beautiful Lakefront Close to Acadia

We used the cabin as a home base to explore Acadia while having a fun and beautiful place to come back and see the sunsets and sunrises on the water. The little heater was enough to keep us warm during the chilly fall week we were there. Was a great spot for the two of us!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Weekend getaway

Stayed Friday to Monday. The place was great!! Plenty of room for 4 adults. Kitchen had enough space to prepare meals. Living area works well for watching movies and playing board games. The best part is the view of the lake and fall foliage was beautiful!! Definitely recommend staying at this cabin on Branch Lakr. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Quite and peaceful

Cozy little cottage right on the lake with all the essentials you need. Very Quiet and relaxing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Great location on water!

Wonderful use of canoe.... about 40 minute drive from Acadia National Park. Quiet area:) Manager provided great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Cute lake side cabin

Great little cabin. Good location. Would have enjoyed more water toys. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zhonghui W.

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

An incredibly underrated gem

I stayed for a long 4th of July weekend with my parents and my husband. My husband immediately jumped into the beautiful lake for a swim, and we used the grill for bbq every night - it was fantastic. The vibes were perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

It was so relaxing. ..

It was a nice small cottage with a canoe which was perfect for my cousin and I. We went to Acadia National Park and Whale watching. My only request is to make sure there is at least two rolls of toilet paper in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

Ahh..!

Shelley’s little cottage was the best spot for our getaway! Clean, cozy, rustic-remodel, right on the lake. Quiet & respectful adult neighbors. Just enough supplies provided inside to allow us to pack less. Perfectly situated to spend a relaxing time on the lake or as a base to go exploring. We’d go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Autumn get away

We rents this property to be able to visit Acadia and not have to pay too much. It was a perfect weekend. Cabin was as advertised. Very clean. Magnificent view of the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Rebecca Richardson R.

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

Beautiful peaceful location

The cabin is beautifully situated in an exclusive peaceful waterside location. It was clean and had plenty of towels and bed linen. The bedrooms are small but comfortable, the curtains aren’t a great fit so if you need total darkness take an eye mask. The pull out bed is not comfortable so if you’re relying on that you may need to use an extra quilt to cover the very lumpy mattress. The bathroom is very small but perfectly adequate for our three night stay. There is a slight tilt to the cabin but nothing too noticeable. It is rustic So don’t expect luxury and the kitchen isn’t particularly well stocked. Most of the ‘crockery’ is flimsy plastic which is a bit insulting given the price and it does feel like there is little effort put into creating a welcoming guest experience. Overall though, the location is what you’re paying for here (and use of the canoe) and that doesn’t disappoint so from that perspective I’d have no hesitation in recommending the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christine M.

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

Had a great stay!

We enjoyed our stay here. We had some difficulty finding it when we got there because it's a bit tricky to find in the dark, but the owner answered our call right away and helped us find it. She noted that the house number is posted on a tree, but it is hard to see if you don't know where to look. The place was spotless, super clean. The description describes two bedrooms, but they are more of divided spaces instead of rooms. There are solid walls and doors, but no ceilings in the separate rooms with the exception of the bathroom. It looks like the cabin was just one space and walls were added. So, everyone can hear everything that is said. Not a big deal for us and we would stay there again. The cabin does have a small window air conditioner, but I don't know how well it works. We were gone during the day so we didn't turn it on. When we would get back in the evening, it was stuffy in the cabin, but we opened all of the windows and everything cools off quickly. We used the AC as more of a fan because my husband and son like a fan noise to sleep. The beds were very comfortable, but the pull-out wasn't as comfortable. My son used a comforter as extra cushion. There were plenty of dishes. A grill was available, but we didn't use it. We had a great time using the canoe to paddle around the lake. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Beautiful lakeside cabin!!

This was the perfect location!! We hope to stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

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

Cozy, comfortable cottage

The cottage by the lake is a quaint little cabin along a peaceful serene lake with a wonderful view. Definitely not the biggest or fanciest place but a wonderful quiet place surrounded by the beauty of Maine. Far enough away from the tourist traps of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Forest but yet close enough to go should you desire to be with people (yuck!) Nice accommodations with comfortable furnishings. Everything worked as expected with no issues. The communication with the owner was outstanding, fast and accurate. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sally E.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Rustic!!!

No smoke alarm or co detector ! The cabin felt it was tilting especially in the bathroom Mold on the bathroom ceiling. Furniture and beds uncomfortable lots of cobwebs and dog hair We left early! Too rustic for me!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

David C., West Bend, Wisconsin

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

Hiking gettaway

Very charming cottage on the water in a nice quiet area. Beautiful star gazing on the private pier. While we did not stay much during the day, there was a Very nice canoe and grill for our use. Nice view of the lake from inside the cabin. It was only two of us so it was perfect. More than 4 would find challenges with the small bathroom, two small bedrooms, and lack of closet/storage. Nice new appliances and we’ll supplied kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Ursula N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Cottage stay!

It was a nice location. The boat on the lake was a great plus. The cottage was cute, the pull out sofa in the living room was a little uncomfortable. But we made it work.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Veronique V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

best to know each other well

The cabin is in a beautiful location. We were there for an event so really only needed it for sleeping. As the 2 rooms have no ceiling (true cabin style) there is less than no privacy. It could use bedside tables and lamps and a few more plates. Completely adequate and the canoe was great to have. Overall, really nice for what we needed it for. Thank you for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivy C.

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

I love it so much, I’d buy it

This little cabin was so lovely. It really is close enough to jump in the water ( if you have strong legs). The lake was clear and lovely. My family used the canoe daily to explore the lake, and even visited the little islands in the middle of the lake! 30 or 40 minutes to Acadia, but this little cabin was worth it! It is no frills. You can imagine that someone’s grandpa built it in the 50s. My only critique would be that it needs 2 more plates in the kitchen since it sleeps 6. Other than that, it was perfect. We liked it so much that we asked to stay an additional night. Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

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

Beautiful views

What we expected and paid for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay on the beautiful lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great getaway right on a small lake

Wonderful panorama windows onto the lake. Beds are super comfy. Low maintenance just right for focusing on fun. Quiet at night and pleasant surroundings. Easy drive to Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vinny R.

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

Love the lake front property

Quaint and quiet, great neighbors and easy access to the lake
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lynne S.

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

Branch Lake Cabin

We would recommend this charming cabin to anyone looking for a beautiful, quiet vacation. The cabin was spotless, the neighborhood wonderful and the lake crystal clear and beautiful. The cabin is excellent for 2 to 4 people. Such a gorgeous setting! The only reason it does not get total five stars is because it needs a bit more dishes, some info about the area and has a very tiny deck- but with an excellent view. (I could not figure out how to give 4.5 stars, that should be the score not 4.0) Thoughtful stocking of the cabin with an Unusual amount of spices, very nice amount of towels and items needed to be comfortable with and to cook and clean up with.. Adequate pots, pans, sheets, blankets and heating was supplied. No need to bring anything with you but your clothing and kayak! The canoe provided was a good size. The beds were extremely comfortable! We were looking for rustic setting so it was perfect for us. The owner is very quick to answer questions. We had a really enjoyable stay and loved it there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie E.

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

Autumn getaway in Maine

What a cute little cottage, we truly enjoyed our stay, the cabin had most everything we needed while we day-tripped around northern Maine and the coast. The fall colours were at their peak. You can’t beat the stunning outlook over Branch Lake, I could wake up to that everyday! The two full beds were comfortable, the pull out not so much however we made it work. The only thing they could add would be some small side tables in the bedrooms and maybe two more comfy chairs in the lounge area, as it really only seats 4. We also weathered strong winds during a storm, we were expecting some damage that night however all was fine. The parking definitely is tight to turn around in but not much you can do about that! Thank you for being a great host and keeping your cute little cabin in good shape.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Miles

Host profile image

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Hotels

pet-friendly rentals in Hanmer Springs
cottages Arrowtown
pet-friendly rentals in Napier

Holiday Rentals

Henderson Holiday Rentals
Acacia Bay Holiday Rentals
Akaroa Holiday Rentals
Ashburton Holiday Rentals
Mount Maunganui Holiday Rentals
Whangapoua Holiday Rentals
Lyttelton Holiday Rentals
Waiheke Island Holiday Rentals
Cable Bay Holiday Rentals
Wānaka Holiday Rentals
Hamilton Holiday Rentals
Shantytown Holiday Rentals
Rangiora Racecourse Holiday Rentals
Waihau Bay Holiday Rentals
Martinborough Holiday Rentals
Marotiri Holiday Rentals
Bland Bay Beach Holiday Rentals
Ōhiwa Holiday Rentals
Sumner Holiday Rentals
Castlepoint Holiday Rentals
Kamo Holiday Rentals
Russell Holiday Rentals
Collingwood Holiday Rentals
Kailua-Kona Holiday Rentals
Khao Sok National Park Holiday Rentals
Methven Holiday Rentals
Tuatapere Holiday Rentals