A really wonderful place!

Guest: LP (Boston MA)
Date of Stay: 08/22/10 Review Submitted: 11/20/11

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Camp Soleil in August 2011. We found the house to be inviting and exactly as described. We loved watching sunsets from the screened porch. Our boys and dog loved swimming and exploring Georges Pond. The owners were amazingly courteous and accommodating. If you are looking for a laid back lake house with beautiful sunsets and lots of fun, please consider making a reservation!

Recommended for:Pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Wonderful spot!

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/29/11 Review Submitted: 09/07/11

We rented the cabin for 3 nights and extended to 4 just because we wanted to spend some more time. If we weren't pressed for time, we'd stay for longer. The cabin has anything and everything you might need, without being overly stuffed with unnecessary objects. We and our kids (5 and 2) loved kayaking on the lake, building a fire in the fire pit, watching sunsets on the screened in porch, looking at the starry sky from the dock and listening to loons into the night. The owners are lovely people that keep everything in order and can help if you need anything. We would love to come back and stay at Camp Soleil.

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You'll love it here...

Guest: PB (Atlanta, Georgia )
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/06/11

I spent a wonderful week at Camp Soleil earlier this summer (2011). Great cabin, wonderful setting, fabulous hosts. Yes, the cabin is cozy (read: compact) but it had everything you’d need, and no matter what room you were in, it always felt like it was big enough. And you’ll do doubt love the large screened-in porch as much as we did, sitting in the rocking chair, enjoying the breezes, the beautiful sunsets, the call of the loons and more. And as a swimmer, George’s Pond was a treat. Cool, crystal-clear water. And while I’ve stayed in a number of cabins in Maine, this was the first that supplied linens! Definitely not standard, but Dana and Annie go out of their way to stand apart from the crowd. And I was doubly surprised to see paper towels, sponges, dish soap, all that good stuff. Again, NOT standard. If you do decide to rent with them, I’d suggest checking in with them before going shopping to see what is indeed at the cabin already so you don’t end up spending money you don’t need to. Not to mention they provide free use of kayaks! Again, not what most of us are used to... And speaking of Dana and Annie, they really make you feel like you’re staying with good friends. They went way out of their way to make me feel welcome, and to do everything they could to make my stay more enjoyable and low-hassle (ask Dana about the shortcut to Acadia that bypasses Ellsworth completely). One night, when I asked them where they’d suggest I buy lobster, Dana offered to pick up some from a friend of his who sold it, on the way home from work. He insisted it was no trouble, and the price was amazingly cheap, a lot lower than I’d have paid elsewhere. This was typical. The location is really good as well. A bit out of the way, but only about 30 minutes driving to the gates of Acadia, so well within striking distance. All in all, given the setting, the great lakefront a few steps away, the location, the exceptionally welcoming and helpful hosts, and all the value-added stuff, it offers wonderful value for the money.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.

Perfect Getaway!

Guest: Leanne (Philadelphia Suburbs - Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/09/11

We spent a week at this wonderful cabin and were just thrilled to have found it! The absolute best part of this cabin is the screened in porch overlooking the lake we spent hours out there. Put that together with great owners who keep the place meticulously clean and provided everything we could need and you have the perfect vacation getaway. Far enough from the busy crowds of Bar Harbor but close enough that we spent time in Bar Harbor and Acadia every day, this was a great comfortable home base to return to.

Owner response:Thank you Leanne for the kind words. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come back again! Dana and Annie Shaw

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great Camp and Location

Guest: Michelle S. (Troy, NH)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/01/10

We just returned from a week of sunshine and adventures. Camp is cozy and in a great location for day trips and hikes. This cottage is squeaky clean and has a wonderful screen porch overlooking the small lake. The lake has loons and 3 eagles. The owners are absolutely the nicest couple you could ever meet and go out of their way to ensure you are comfortable and happy. The lake is away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor but close enough to go there and explore. Wonderful places to eat, nature cruises to islands, hiking trails with ocean views, Bar Harbor activities and day trips to various harbors all make this a wonderful vacation.

Owner response:Thank you so much! It was our pleasure to share our little slice of heaven with you folks!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Loved It

Guest: Keeper of Books (Ellsworth, ME)
Date of Stay: 08/22/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/10

My husband, our dog Redman and I stayed at the camp for a week. Annie and Dana did a wonderful job in providing us with all we needed to make the vacation relaxing. Sitting on the porch reading from our Kindle and enjoying the vista was the best. Paddling around the island was fun. Redman and Faya loved playing together with Faya trying to get Red to go in the water, with no luck. We are from the area so we didn't need to go site seeing, which made the week not traveling a real treat.The cabin was very clean and well maintained. I highly recommend this vacation spot. You will be making friends for life.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/19/09 Review Submitted: 08/19/09

Our family (mom, dad, two young adult daughters, one very enthusiastic black Lab and one grey short-haired cat) spent five nights and six days staying at Camp Soleil, and we loved every minute of it! It was hard to drag ourselves elsewhere (Acadia, etc.) when we had such a lovely waterfront vista and all of the amenities we could possibly want for a perfectly relaxing vacation! Dana and Annie were the best proprietors we could ask for, offering us all sorts of helpful advice and graciously allowing us to use their kayaks and life jackets. All in all, a fantastic vacation! We hope to return soon!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/29/09 Review Submitted: 06/29/09

I'm renting this lovely camp right now! My chocolate lab settled in right away. Can't wait for her to swim! On my first afternoon, I saw a tufted titmouse, a blue jay and a bald eagle. At night, listened to Cinema Paradiso while reading a Georges Simenon novel while KoKo savored the peanut butter in her Kong. There's nothing wrong this picture! Definitely bring your music. The camp & location are a treat for the senses.

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