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Seal Cove Farmhouse, a waterfront property next to Acadia National Park
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Room
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
NZ$834
avg per night

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Seal Cove, ME
  • Seal Cove Pond
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

Room

  • 334.5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Price is NZ$834 avg per night,

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About the area

Seal Cove

Located in Seal Cove, this farm stay is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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

  • Seal Cove Pond - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 21 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 27 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 36 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Beautiful Farmhouse located on a lake with breathtaking views of Acadia Park

An elegant and beloved Island landmark, this classic Maine farmhouse commands magnificent, permanently-protected views of Seal Cove Pond, Western Mountain and Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island’s “Quietside.” Built by James Studley Powers, a sea captain, circa 1887, the house is a magnificent example of Victorian architecture—spacious and light-filled, with high ceilings and wood floors, two carved fireplace mantels and many other original details. The Farm at Seal Cove Pond is an unusual combination of charm, refinement and comfort; formerly the working farm that produced the Seal Cove Farm goat cheese, it has today the feel of a tranquil estate.
The period timber frame barn borders fields of wildflowers and raised gardens. There is a shaded terrace for outdoor dining, which includes a grill, table with benches, and 7 adirondak chairs. Five acres of fields, lawn and woods contain lovely walking paths, blueberry and raspberry bushes, pear and apple trees, ornamental shrubs, and many varieties of hardy evergreens and hardwood trees.
The additional 6 acres on Seal Cove Pond is a birder’s paradise for viewing eagles, ospreys, great blue herons, owls, hawks, and red-winged black birds, among many other species. Directly across the Pond lies Acadia National Park with all it has to offer for natural beauty and recreation: the sunrise over Western Mountain, the call of loons, and boundless opportunities for hiking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle-boarding, swimming, fishing, and star gazing.
The sparkling waters of Blue Hill Bay are less than 5 minutes away, easily accessed by a public dock and boat-launch at Seal Cove. Southwest Harbor and Bass Harbor—15 minutes by car—offer a wide variety of shopping and restaurants, including Thurston’s Lobster Pound, in a quintessential Maine harbor setting.
Conveniently located but private and peaceful, The Farm at Seal Cove Pond is a property ideal for all ages and interests—a rare opportunity to treasure a piece of Maine’s heritage in a stunning farm setting.
Seal Cove Pond encompasses 283 acres, and is stocked with brown trout, small mouthed bass, and pickerel. The ponds eastern shore is Acadia National Park, and there is access from both the edge of the property, as well as from Acadia, via a park road.
The Bangor Daily News recently published an article on the Farmhouse Titled "Built by a sea captain, full of light".

Property manager

Marc Lewandoski

Languages

English

Amenities

Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, no smoking allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Farmhouse located on a lake with breathtaking views of Acadia Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Farmhouse located on a lake with breathtaking views of Acadia Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Farmhouse located on a lake with breathtaking views of Acadia Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Farmhouse located on a lake with breathtaking views of Acadia Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this farm stay is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seal Cove Pond and Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Beautiful Farmhouse located on a lake with breathtaking views of Acadia Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B.

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

Peaceful

Great property! Quiet and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely old farmhouse!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay

This was the such a charming and quintessential New England farmhouse. We absolutely loved our stay here. It was nice being on the quiet side of the island. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relaxing after hiking all day. We will recommend this farmhouse to any of our friends looking for a place to stay while visiting Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z., Cos Cob

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

Perfect location for a relaxing getaway!

This is our third stay at Seal Cove Farmhouse and we can’t wait to return! It’s 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths make it perfect for our group of 6. We love staying on the quiet side and exploring Acadia- it’s an amazing house in a peaceful location! I highly recommend staying here and Marc is a wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Amazing home

Great decor great location host very kind and attentive to your needs far from island commotion restful !! Loved the home
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mia S.

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

Seal Cove Farmhouse

It as a wonderful family gathering. The house was spacious and in a good location. Access to Seal Cove pond was great for fishing and paddle boarding. The owner was responsive and very helpful. I would come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Lovely old farmhouse with lots to do close by

We loved our stay at the Seal Cove Farmhouse. Plenty of room for our family to gather but also have their own space. We did a lot of cooking, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We especially appreciated being able to access the trails nearby or go swimming at area swim spots without having to go the busy east side of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V., Weehawken, NJ USA

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

Beautiful Property on Quietside of Mount Desert Island

Marc was wonderful and balanced being very informative but giving us privacy well. The property is well described and had plenty of space for our group. We enjoyed our week very much and would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Breanne V.

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

Fabulous stay at the Farmhouse!

We absolutely had a delightful time! This place and house is fabulous! Quaint, inviting, and warm. A magical place. Well equiped, great bedding and extras! I loved the location and privacy off the beaten path of Bar Harbor and the busy-ness there. It was just perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z., Cos Cob

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

Amazing house in a perfect location!

If you are looking to stay in a comfortable farmhouse with plenty of room for everyone, just minutes from SW Harbor and fabulous hiking trails, this is the house for you! This is our second summer staying here and we had a fantastic time! Hiked, kayaked, ate out a lot and relaxed- the best! Marc is responsive and very easy to communicate with and we look forward to coming back again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa K.

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

A Magical Spot

Seal Cove Farmhouse is a special place. The house is absolute perfection! Spacious, immaculate, beautifully furnished & full of historical artifacts. The property is beautiful with little paths and secret gardens. Star gazing at night was spectacular! Marc is friendly and helpful! The entire trip was A+++++
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z., Cos Cob

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

A hidden gem on MDI!

This is our 4th year at Seal Cove farmhouse and it’s an amazing property on the quiet side of an incredible island! The location is stunning and the house and massive lawn are perfect for outdoor lounging, games and comfortably being together with family. Even if it rains! Marc the owner is wonderful to work with and we look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Second trip to Seal Cove Farmhouse

We had another wonderful week at Seal Cove Farmhouse! The property is beautiful & our grandchildren enjoyed the toys, books & games available. The location is perfect for our family, since we love the “quiet side” of the island, especially Southwest Harbor, Seawall & Wonderland. Marc is a very responsive host & goes the extra mile to ensure a great experience for his guests. Thanks for another memorable family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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

Great Time on the Quiet Side

What a great home for our family to spend a relaxing and quiet week on the Quiet Side of the island. The spacious and well equipped farmhouse was more than we anticipated and enjoyed the history of the property. We spent time kayaking and hiking with our grandchildren and made wonderful memories.!! Great location for our family!! The home is equipped for a range of ages and plenty of room to spread out. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erwin G.

old world charm

Old farmhouse with superb updates to make living in the house very easy. The house is close to the road, but the insulation and best windows (Marvin) I have ever seen eliminated all road noise. The four bedrooms and three and one half baths made life so comfortable in the house. There is a large Weber grill outside wich performed perfectly.Plenty of parking space and overall excellent home to rent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle S.

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

The BEST family vacation

Location couldn't be better. This farmhouse is perfectly located for family members who have diverse interests....close to easy and more strenuous trails, biking, kayaking, shopping, eating. We enjoyed grilling, playing badminton, blowing bubbles, and walking around the gorgeous property. The rooms/bathrooms were just what we needed to accommodate a baby and a 14 year old, 2 older adults and 4 younger adults. The kitchen had everything we needed to make home-cooked meals and the living spaces allowed us to be together without being on top of one another. Marc was a joy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S., Dayton

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

A Magical Stay

I've booked a lot of VRBO stays throughout the years and this Tremont, Maine farmhouse was one of the best! We loved the "Quiet Side" of MDI, but all the hiking, canoeing and shopping was within easy driving distance. The farmhouse is beautifully decorated and full of all the amenities. Marc was helpful and we appreciated him letting us have a garden bridal shower for my niece since all the family was gathered in Maine for the 4th of July holiday. I would highly recommend this "magical" place. P.S. I gave 4 stars for the check-in because we had a little difficulty with the key lock box, but after several tries, it worked. But that was only a minor problem that did not affect out stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Family Vacation with small kids

This property is great. It was perfect for our family of 5 adults and 2 children (2 and 5yrs old). Our kids loved exploring the yard, the grass was well maintained with ‘paths’ that we got to explore. We used the fire pit multiple times with ease and lots of chairs to sit outside. The inside was well maintained with a lot of amenities. The kitchen had all the items we could have needed for cookings, lots of linens and beach towels, and a lot of different areas for us to hang out. We ended up having a complete empty bedroom. It was greatly appreciated that the laundry room had some bug sprays since the mosquitos are legit (at the farmhouse and out at Acadia). Marc was quick to respond to any questions and gave us greats tips for our arrivals. We would absolutely stay at this property again and loved being on this side of the island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

What a Treat!

This was an AMAZING property to stay in. This is our third summer in Mt. Dessert Island and this is truly a stand out property. Large house that easily accommodated our family. Kitchen was great to cook in (very appreciative that there were some spices and oils available). The beach towels and laundry access helped us from keeping our packing from getting out of control.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Seal Cove Farmhouse

We had an incredible time and made beautiful memories with the family while staying at this beautiful home. Marc was a great host and was very communicative. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay on the quiet side of Mt Desert Island. The house was perfect for our family with plenty of space. House was clean and as described and we had no problems during the stay. We would definitely stay again next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn D.

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

Such a beautiful, peaceful home and property! So much charm and character!

We had a wonderful early October family vacation in the farmhouse - me and my husband, our toddler and infant, and both sets of our parents, with plenty of space for all of us. Truly, the pictures can't do this home and the property full justice! We felt so at peace from the moment we arrived - the late afternoon sunlight through the house in particular is just pure magic. The house is spacious and warm and welcoming, and we could really feel the rich sense of history. And the property! We loved the views, and taking walks around the garden and various paths. We were happy to not be closer to town and the hustle and bustle, though it was still a reasonable drive to anywhere we wanted to go on the island. This place is a treasure, and we'd most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Chuck H.

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

3rd time and still love it

Nothing better than the quite overlooking Seals Cove Pond. The home has room for everyone and enough space outdoors to get lost to yourself. The only down side is that being so far out from most of the activities means a considerable amount of driving but what one must do to have some peace and quite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Spacious authentic farmhouse on beautiful pond

For a family from the city, it was such a treat to stay in this beautifully decorated, 140 year old comfortable and spacious farmhouse. Served as a great home base for exploring Acadia, but often didn’t want to leave the home/grounds. We enjoyed the pond across the street, both by canoe and listening to the loons from the home. Marc was great to work with. Overall, a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca K., La Grange, Texas, USA

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

2021 Autumn Visit to Mt. Desert Island, Maine

My family and I give a 5-Star Rating to the Seal Cove Farmhouse, located in Tremont, Maine. We spent 10 days there in September and just returned from our Mt. Desert Island, Maine Vacation a week ago. From the first moment that we drove up to the Seal Cove Farmhouse owned by Marc and his family, we were very impressed with this historic property. The late1800's restored Seal Cove Farmhouse's exterior is beautiful, and it's interior is, also, very lovely. We felt completely at home as soon as we entered the Farmhouse and began exploring its many rooms attractively decorated in a appealing nautical theme. My three family members and I each enjoyed having the privacy of our own 2nd floor bedrooms. Each bedroom sported a pleasant view of the pretty grounds surrounding the Farmhouse. The three full baths on the 2nd floor afforded us great convenience whether we were getting ready to begin our tours for the day or were getting ready to retire for the night. Downstairs we took advantage of the well-organized kitchen outfitted with all the china, glassware, cutlery, cooking utensils, pots and pans necessary to enable us to prepare our breakfasts and all other meals we decided to make at the Farmhouse. We looked forward to coming back to the Farmhouse every evening after our day trips exploring Acadia National Park and MDI knowing that we could relax and recharge in the comfortable sofas in the living room, catch up on emails with our laptops at the big eating table, or watch a movie or favoriite TV show on the big screen TV in the TV room next to the kitchen. We quickly felt the big Farmhouse was our "home away from home" and the headquarters where we planned each day's activities. It's location on the Quiet Side of MDI, several miles away from the busy tourist center of Bar Harbor, gave us the tranquility we relished after an active day of sightseeing around MDI. The Farmhouse's peaceful, homey atmosphere contributed to a renewal of energy for the following day's adventures. We would highly recommend staying at the Seal Cove Farmhouse to any visitors to MDI who are seeking a delightful refuge from which to launch their tours of the Island and to which they can return to unwind in a cozy, comfortable, and very charming abode.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Love the Farmhouse!!

This was our second time at the Farmhouse and it did not disappoint. The quiet side is the place to be and the property and home are so lovely. We have four kids between the ages of 12 and 17 and they all love the feel and coziness of the home. Location is great as you are away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor but still within an easy drive. Marc is so welcoming and helpful and always goes above and beyond!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021