The historic property maintains its original colors from the 1840s.
Location: Somesville, Mount Desert Island, Acadia, Maine, USA (Next to Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor & Northeast Harbor.)
Accommodations: Single Family Home, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)
Original Somes House & Barn built Circa 1850 & restored 2002 by great-grandaughter (4th) of Abraham Somes, founder of Somesville. Within walking distance is Somes Sound, Somes Pond (swimming hole quite popular), Long Pond (kayaking, canoeing, swimming), & theatre (live performances). 20 minutes to Bar Harbor, Bass Harbor, Northeast Harbor & 5 miles from Southwest Harbor. Lots of biking, hiking, & beautiful spots to see all surround this warm, charming, family home. Previous renters tell of the strong feeling of love that overcomes them at the top of the stairs & throughout the cottage. The screen shed (attached to barn) is furnished with even a small refrigerator. The flower gardens offer quiet pleasure as well.
Front entry leads to cozy kitchen w/counter seating for two. Formal dining room w/table that seats six comfortably. Living room furnished w/thoughtful mix of antiques and new pieces, both comfortable and inviting. Floors and wall are a mix of old and new, too, helping to update this historic home while maintaining its charm and character.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Rannai Heater, Screen Shed for relaxing, barn, flower gardens, front porch, original Somes house owned by last direct descendant or Abraham Somes Founder of Somesville
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Oct .. $145./night .. $1000/week
All Rates and Time Requests for All Months of Year Are Negotiable.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- The historic property maintains its original colors from the 1840s. - Somesville, Maine Vacation Rentals
- One of several gardens on the property - Somesville, Maine Vacation Rentals
- The living room overlooks the front yard and gardens. - Somesville, Maine Vacation Rentals
- Newly renovated kitchen has all modern amentities surrounding an antique sink.
- Front bedroom has double bed, original antique lighting and armoire.
- Back bedroom offers twin beds, antique lighting and armoire.
- Bbq in front of the oldest standing barn in Somesville w/attached screen shed.
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