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On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island.

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Exterior
Full Kitchen
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Abrams Pond
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island.

You can’t get any closer to the water then On The Rocks. This three bedroom camp is located right on George’s Pond in Franklin, Maine. Newly purchased and remodeled!

**Please, take note we are only taking reservations for two guests.***

Plenty of fishing and swimming can be done right from the dock.

MDI/Acadia National Park is about 45 minutes away. Schoodic Peninsula is only about 30 minutes away and very beautiful. You also avoid the Bar Harbor traffic!

Open concept with full kitchen and three bedrooms.

Two bedrooms located on the first floor.
Bedroom One is a King Bed with A Smart Tv.
Bedroom Two is a Queen Bed with a Smart Tv.

One full bathroom with a shower and a washer and dryer.

The kitchen offers a full refrigerator, stove and dishwasher.
Living room open to the kitchen is also equipped with a smartv, so all your Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. can be accessible to you while you are on vacation.

Property manager

Mark Reece
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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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

No pets allowed
Our daughter is very allergic to dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is on the waterfront. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tidal Falls and Kisma Preserve. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting. With kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Donnell Pond - 15 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 34 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Acadia National Park - 45 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 57 min drive - 52.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galley - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Itty Bitty Diner - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Cheesecakes - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Timbers - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Village Cafe - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Donnell Pond, Abrams Pond and Black Beach. Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Sullivan Harbor Farm are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 106 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Lovely stay

Great spot on the lake, easy access to Bar Harbor and other spots of interest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

david p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway. Far enough away to be quiet and peaceful while close enough to Ellsworth to allow for supplies, touring, eating out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Wonderful

Gorgeous property with plenty of fun activities to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Peace of Loon Heaven

An amazing place to stay while we explored Maine. Secluded , quiet , super clean and comfy Loons right off the dock , lots of loon calls at night . Fabulous stars when it isn’t cloudy .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie W.

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

Amazing stay, great hosts!

This is an amazing property. It’s also incredible clean and well maintained. It fits the description perfectly to a T. It’s a nice peaceful calming setting as well. Both of the hosts are very welcoming, and the instructions are also super simple and clear! I would recommend this to anyone and already want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mel B.

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

A few things need to mention

The propery was as discribed, but to be honest the steps to the dock were very unsafe, wrotten wood and the other thing was the internet. We had very poor video streaming, we would have to reset the computer 8 to 10 times per show. This made the tv unwatchable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

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

Great time and place

The accommodation was superior in every way. Great location, quiet and very comfortable furnishings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Picture perfect location!

On The Rocks was as beautiful as you can imagine fall in Maine would be! You literally are right on the lake, view is gorgeous. The cottage is very comfortable and has everything we needed, close to hiking and seeing the coastline of Maine. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great, quiet location!

Close to Acadia and on a quiet pond. Very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H., Austin, TX

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

Perfect Maine Setting

Loved our stay there. Beautiful setting. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie S.

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

Beautiful

The house was cozy, super clean and the view was astounding! Kitchen had new appliances and was fully stocked with dishes, pots and pans etc. Loved starting the day with a cup of coffee enjoying the view of the pond. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
On The Rocks provided the perfect quiet getaway for my fiancé and I! We didn’t mind the 30-45 minute drive out to Bar Harbor - there are so many fun stops along the way. The kayaks at the property are a plus, too! The house is very clean and had all the essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Relaxing get away

Loved staying On the Rocks. Nice size cabin for two…with everything we needed. Beautiful views! Great suggestions on places to visit and eat … their restaurant was wonderful! Only complaint was the mattress. Plenty of fish and eagles to watch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

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

I'd go back but would stay longer

Didn't want to go back home the cottage was so cozy and the pond so beautiful. Everything we needed was on site, clean & worked well. We ate at the owners' restaurant on Desert Island andenjoyed that too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Great place

The camp was great. SUPER CLEAN and lots to do. The owner was very helpful and everything listed was completely accurate. Best VRBO yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

Very nice stay!

Stayed 4 nights in July 2025. The cabin was very clean and everything was in working condition (didn't use stove though). A/C worked well and kept us comfortable. The large bed was very comfy. WiFi was great; we streamed Netflix several times with no issues. Neighborhood is BEAUTIFUL and very quiet & serine.PROS:The view is amazing! Sipping coffee while watching kayakers, boaters, loons, and even a bald eagle doing some fishing and bathing. Nothing better than that.Very clean cabin with pretty much anything you might need for cooking.Kayaks with life vests and oars. Very nice perk, we had a ton of fun on the pond.Quiet getaway in a very nice quiet area.Responsive host (via text)Good wifi for streamingCONS (very minor):Just a warning and very much out of the hosts' control - Google maps led us to the wrong property a few doors down, so be aware and look for the address on the trees by the road (don't trust online maps).There are no closets to hang clothes except an over-the-door rack (only one hanger), but there are dressers for folded clothes.We lost balance a few times and then noticed the floor of the cabin's main bedroom and hallway are not level, which threw us off when walking in those areas. The cons are not a deal breaker, but wanted to mention them. We had a wonderful time and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

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

Peaceful Pond Living

Property was spotless, well-equipped and very comfortable. Easy to communicate with owner when we had a question. Easy trip to local areas of interest, yet felt worlds away from tourist bustle. We spent many tranquil and restorative hours just gazing at the pond and watching the loons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Very peaceful!!

The property was a very clean, quiet, restful place to return to after a day of sightseeing. My husband and I enjoyed having the kayaks available…sunset on the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah P.

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

Relaxing weekend

Very nice camp on a pretty pond. Well stocked with everything we needed. Comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

emily w.

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

Perfect Little Getaway

We enjoyed our time One the Rocks! Such a nice peaceful area. The camp was very clean and we wanted for nothing. We enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the busier areas, but the drive wasn't too far to go anywhere. My husband went out on the kayak and found a bald eagle in it's nest! We would love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

First Maine Visit

Cabin was perfect. Quiet and comfy. No problems at all. Maine is beautiful. There is even a little spa down the street called Dewey’s. Hair, mani/pedi and tanning bed. Much needed R&R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

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

Peaceful

This little bungalow was perfect for the 2 of us. We couldn’t have any complaints if we tried. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Wonderful stay!

We are so happy we decided to stay out of the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and booked this place. We looked forward to waking up to the beautiful view every morning and seeing the gorgeous sunsets every night. The house was perfect and it came with everything we needed for our week long stay. The owners were also so easy to contact when I had a few questions. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

An idyllic spot!!

We had a wonderful stay at ‘On the Rocks’. The house was everything promised! We enjoyed watching the sunset on the deck, drinking beer by the warmth of the brazier and canoeing on the lake. The house itself was very well appointed and warm. WiFi worked well. We were so sad to leave!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Getaway

Great experience! Quiet and peaceful. Everything we expected.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark Reece

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Why they chose this property

Easy living on a lakefront property, it’s what a vacation is all about! Far enough from the hustle and bustle of Mount Desert Island, but an easy commute.

What makes this property unique

Kayak’s on the property and fire pit.

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English

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