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Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park.

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View from the deck at low tide.
Master bedroom.
House from the beach.
Kitchen with breakfast nook.
Sun room off the living room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Hancock Point, Hancock, ME
  • Place, Tidal Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sullivan Harbor Farm
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Downeast Scenic Railroad
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park.

The large master bedroom on the first floor is equipped with a king bed and private bath. Second floor has four bed rooms, two singles, one queen and one with twin beds. One full bathroom and one half bath on the second floor.

The full kitchen with breakfast nook and skylight has a gas stove, microwave and oven. The large living room has a smart TV with dining area seating for up to 8.
A separate sun room off the living room with glass doors allows for some quiet reading. The large deck overlooks Frenchman's Bay with views of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Acadia is a 20 min motorboat ride and a forty minute drive.

Beach steps to the shore make it easy to launch kayaks and paddleboards.

Part of the yard is fenced and gated for pets. Quiet non-destructive pets are allowed but not on the furniture.

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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 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
There is and additional $75 pet cleaning fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 779707vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Hancock

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Hancock Point, a neighbourhood in Hancock. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Acadia National Park. Seacoast Fun Park and Downeast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Hancock Point, Hancock, ME

What's nearby

  • Tidal Falls - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Sullivan Harbor Farm - 18 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show - 19 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 27 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 35 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tracey's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Aloha - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Tracy's Lobsters & Clams - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬47 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hancock Point holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tidal Falls, Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Sullivan Harbor Farm. Flanders Pond and Indian Point Trailhead are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Beautiful, quiet and private location

Very comfortable house and beautiful setting made our stay wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2022
Thank you Cheryl. Glad you had a nice time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Been staying here for many summersLovely! Quiet, beautiful sea breezes.Will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you Joan. You are always welcome.
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10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

7th year staying on Hancock Point

Crosby’s are very accommodating So appreciate their sharing this treasure of a property with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2022
Thank you Joan. Always lovely to have you stay with us. We have solved the water problem you briefly had. All good for next year. Stay well. Carol
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

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

Great vacation

Our stay was very comfortable. The home was clean and the neighborhood quiet. The kitchen was well equipped. We particularly enjoyed our walks on the beach with our English Setter.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spyridon S.

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

The Sunset of Life Well Lived

A wonderful family cottage filled with the remarkable memories of a glorious age gone past. Warm, friendly and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

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

Really nice spot

Loved how cozy the property was, but also extremely private and an amazing waterfront spot. As a bonus the neighbors on the street were friendly. Also Carol was very quick to back to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2023
Thank you. Hope you can visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

madeline g.

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

Tranquil & Serene

Great location with beautiful views of Frenchman's Bay. House was located about 100ft from the bay with it's own private beach. The home was fully equipped with all the necessary items you need. Especially enjoyed the large master bedroom with adjoining bathroom after a long days outing. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Another wonderful week

Location! Location! Location! Been here many times- Beautiful, quiet Serene. Well equipped. Hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2023
Have a wonderful year. See you next summer.
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10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Beautiful property…

Peaceful and relaxing property. The views are just stunning and we spent much of our time admiring them. Easy drive to parks, hiking and neighboring towns to visit. Thank you to the Crosby family for making this home available to us. Rod and Gina Lister
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2022
Thanks you. So glad you enjoyed our family home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Another wonderful week

This was our 11th summer renting from the Crosby family. So appreciative that they share this classic summer cottage with us. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thank you Joan. See you next year. Warm regards The Crosbys
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne Z.

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

Hancock Point

Excellent location with beautiful ocean views to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Lovely Maine beach. Private (October stay). Convenient access to Bar Harbor, Schoodic, and even Quoddy Light. Enjoyed hearing waves at night when going to bed through open window
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2021
Thank you Wayne. So glad everything worked out well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Family friendly home right on the water

Loved staying in this bayside home. Close enough to Arcadia and Bar Harbor for day visits but away from tourists. We enjoyed the spacious home. Everyone had their own space to relax. I do feel that the hot tub needs to be taken off the amenities because it’s a tub in the master bath that isn’t in use anymore. But we all enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend.
Sunset from the beach in front of the house
The house from the beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed our family home in Hancock. We have some updates to do and the bathrooms are high on our list for this year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Just the best

Every time we walk into this house we take a deep breath. It is so comfortable, so beautiful, so full of light. It has a history and feels like family. We love it. The views, the deck, the fenced yard for the dogs. We will come back over and over again. Thanks to the family for opening their home to us.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Beautiful, quiet getaway

This is our second time staying here. The house is so comfortable with beautiful ocean views. A big kitchen that is well stocked with every dish/utensils any cook needs. A super comfortable primary bed is a welcome at the end of a fun day on the Maine coast. The living/dining areas are comfortable. We enjoy all the books and family mementos/history that adorn the house. The house is located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood with local country roads to take long walks. We truly loved staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2024
Thank you Cheryl So glad you enjoyed your visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

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

Spacious, Peaceful, Waterfront home

Another beautiful week in Hancock point on the water . Trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor were easy. There was more than enough space for our family of 5 to be together or apart. A beautiful spacious master overlooking the water 4 upstairs bedrooms with 2 additional bathrooms ensured that 3 teenagers were able to have their own space to relax, study and enjoy time alone when needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you Renee. Come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Comfortable and spacious, great location!!

This is an older home with a great sense of being in the family for generations, and plenty of places to relax, both inside and out. Some would feel it could use updating but it is comfortably clean and the private beach was the perfect location for me to paint. The surrounding area is great for walking, bicycling and hiking. We also enjoyed being able to just sit on the deck watching the boats, fishermen and wildlife. It is very quiet and private, but just a short car ride (40 minutes) to Bar Harbor and Acadia Park. We had a wonderful time and would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Julie D.

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

Wonderful in every way

This was a fantastic trip! The home is lovely, full of character, comfortable, and clean. The beach is amazing. We enjoyed exploring Acadia and other beautiful places in the area, but our family was equally excited to return to the house and beach so we could soak in the the sunsets, loon calls, seals eating dinner, sea glass finds, fireflies, and many other charms (our youngest loved the doll house upstairs!) Our whole family had a great week. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Thank you all. So glad you enjoyed our little bit of paradise. Come again soon.
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2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth S.

Hancock Point Property 779707

This home was definitely adequate for 8 people. Enough bathrooms also. We thought the home had old world charm and we were very comfortable there. Nice view and cottage frontage to look for shells, sea glass, etc. Large kitchen to work in and we enjoyed the screened room off deck for playing cards/games. Everything we needed to enjoy our week was there. Not a modern house but a comfortable house. We appreciated the fact that it was very private and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2020
Thank you. Come and see us again sometime. Did you mean to just put one star considering your nice review? The Crosbys
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

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

Great place with an amazing view right on the water

We loved our stay at the Crosby home. It was a perfect fit for our family to once again touch base with our New England roots. It was a bit like stepping back to a more charming time - no sterile white walls here. The huge kitchen was so much fun to cook in and the living room and sunroom were great gathering spaces. But best of all was the deck and view from nearly every window looking out onto Frenchmen’s Bay. We thank the Crosby family for sharing this wonderful treasure. We have already booked our return.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2021
Glad you fell in love with our home on the point. We agree. It is a treasure. Thank you as well for caring for it during your stay. see you next year. Regards Carol
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Home

As I grew up on the ‘Point’ every summer and the whole summer, I felt as though I had come home. The view is a WOW. The huge beach is awesome. The amenities were great. The deck was huge and perfect for just relaxing to listen and see what was happening water and lobster boat wise. The gulls did their yakking, the breeze did its sending the sea and pine scent. It was fun to see the cruise ships come in, anchor, across the bay over at Bar Harbor…and be happy not to be on one! The caretaker, Michelle was fabulous. It was fun to just walk down the road to my sister and cousin. We had a totally relaxing time at Hancock and your house.! Thank you thank you!😊
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2022
Karen thank you so much. A very special thank you for leaving the house so pristine. My housekeeper had very little extra to do in closing it up for the winter. Have a great rest of the year and I hope you will visit us again. Warm regards. Carol
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Excellent!

Authentic and rustic in a beautiful setting,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louann W.

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

Quiet Neighborhood Gem

A real family place. We felt right at home. Wonderful to have a private beach. This is what I wanted; a typical older home on the coast of Maine and it did not disappoint. It takes about 45 minutes to get to Acadia but Hancock Point is quiet and no crowds. Great place for walkers and runners.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2021
Thank you Louann, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Handcock Point is a little bit of paradise. Regards, Carol
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oslaida F.

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

Acadia memories

Spacious and comfortable for multi generational family. Away from large crowds, but good distance to the national park, both Mt. Desert Island and Schoodic Pt. Gorgeous view of the bay and splendid sunsets. We loved our stay and made great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2021
So glad you had a wonderful time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Crosby House

This is a repeat stay for us- and we will be back Comfortable, very family friendly house Definitely know we are on the coast from the beautiful views and sounds of the waves Beach easily accessible Has everything we need -
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2021
Thank you Joan. See you next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

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

first time in Maine

it was a nice experience for the first time in Maine right on the beach short drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia Park. I enjoyed the hikes in Acadia Park and going out to the beach and watching the ocean the lobsters were good but they don't stand a chance.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2021
Glad you had a nice visit.

About the host

Hosted by Susan Luke

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The Crosby Family home has been in the family since grandfather professor Lamar Crosby purchased it in the 1920's as a summer home for his family during university breaks. His children Lamar and Oliver spent every summer sailing and hiking and eventually brought their own families to share the summer traditions.

Oliver retired as US Ambassador in 1980 and with his wife Eleanor fully insulated the property as their retirement home. Eleanor made many additions to the original home to meet the needs of the family. Their children Michael, Jane and Hunter spent every summer in HP (Hancock Point) and consider it their home base as the family lived all over the world while Oliver was with the US State Department.

With the passing of Oliver at 94.5 years in 2014 his children and their families are protecting the property for the next generation but many live far away and can't spend entire summers at the family home. Renting it helps assure that we can keep it for many more generations. We hope you will enjoy it too.
The house is open seasonally June through October. Minimum rental is one week.

Why they chose this property

The view from the deck and large pitcher window overlooking the bay are spectacular in any season. My father in law, Oliver, would say, "We suffer...but not too much!"
No matter what the weather the well insulated home is a pleasure at anytime of the year. The fall foliage is just as exciting as the summer water fun.

What makes this property unique

The view across the bay of the mountains of Mt Desert island is outstanding in any season.

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