Beech Hill Haven – 3-Bedroom Log Home with Cable Wi-Fi & Deck Overlooking Woods

• The BEST vacation rental in Maine!!

  The BEST vacation rental in Maine!!

  • Guest Morgan/Susie
  • Date of stay 09/20/08
  • Review Submitted 11/11/08
  This home is every bit as well-furnished, attractive and comfortable as the pictures and information indicate. The cabin is beautifully situated, very near to Bar Harbor, Acadia and other interesting areas. There are several great restaurants of every sort within a short drive or ride. The owner was a joy to work with. She provided an informational packet that covered every question and every detail of the property and its ammenities. She was very warm and open, and her pride in her property is obvious in the care she takes to make sure the rental is without any concerns or problems. The kitchen, the bedrooms, the spacious living area, bathrooms, laundry, garage and the deck (with grill!) hold everything necessary to make the time there carefree and effortless. This was, by far, the best rental property experience we have ever had. I would recommend this property to anyone considering vacationing in this area of Maine.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• Great week!

  Great week!

  • Guest Happy Camper
  • Date of stay 08/18/12
  • Review Submitted 08/28/12
  I can only say 'amen' to other reviewers here. The house was great in every way, the owner was a pleasure to work with and very informative, and the area is beautiful. We had a great week, it was hard to leave and hard to get back to the regular routine. The house has everything you need, even beach chairs; but we should have brought an umbrella for the beach. Our family would love to return to Beech Hill Haven!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• Just what we needed ...

  Just what we needed ...

  • Guest Roman
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 07/24/12
  The house and amenities were just as described, in a quiet location with easy access to everything on the Island. The pictures were terrific, but the actual size and beauty were still surprising. The documents describing how to get there, how to use everything in the house, and the games/library inventories were very helpful. Thanks for the recommendation of the nearby nature center - we visited twice to see the loons and take a guided tour. Early morning kayaking at Long Pond was a great choice as well, especially when we were able to drift within 30 feet of a bald eagle drinking on the shore! Bobbie called to make sure we got in OK. This rental is highly recommended.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers, age 55+.

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• An Excellent Home!

  An Excellent Home!

  • Guest Mitch
  • Date of stay 06/30/12
  • Review Submitted 07/10/12
  Beech Hill Haven is clean, cozy, and the pine interior makes you feel like you are out lost in the woods somewhere, yet it is close to Acadia National Park. In fact, we LOVED the location due to the centrality to every part of the park. It is away from the crowds of Bar Harbor, but you can get anywhere with ease. The hostess was extremely helpful and is very knowledgable about Mt. Desert Island. Plenty of rooms and beds for our family of 6. HIGHLY recommended!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

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• Great Week at Beech Hill Haven

  Great Week at Beech Hill Haven

  • Guest Leci
  • Date of stay 07/30/11
  • Review Submitted 08/13/11
  We spent the first week of Aug 2011 at Beech Hill Haven. Our experience was very pleasant from the first contact with the owner who is warm and friendly and willing to answer any questions. We have a 2 year old and were delighted and surprised by the assortment of toys and books for kids! The rest of our family was over at AMC Echo Lake Camp but they do not allow kids under 4 - which was fine with us. The house is very cozy, comfortable and well equipped. With all the books, puzzles and games there is plenty to do on a rainy day. We are not a big TV family but there were tons of videos. There is also an extensive library of books for all age groups and interests. The kitchen had more cooking equipment than our own kitchen. There is also a great organic farm down the road for fruits and veggies (and chickens and pigs for the kids to watch). We found it easy and convenient to get around the island - 15-20 min max to anywhere. Our hightlight was lunch with popovers at Jordan Pond House. We also enjoyed doing the sand bar walk in Bar Harbor at low tide, a boat trip over to Little Cranberry, and a lobster church supper in Somesville among other things. We have rented lots of houses all over the world from VRBO and this was the best equipped by far. Especially If you have kids this is THE best place.

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

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• Beautiful Home away from Home Getaway

  Beautiful Home away from Home Getaway

  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 06/25/11
  • Review Submitted 07/11/11
  Our family really enjoyed Beech Hill Haven for our trip to Mount Desert Island. Bobbie's house is equipped with anything and everything so not having a good time would be next to impossible. When we weren't out enjoying all the things to see and do in Acadia and Bar Harbor, we were playing games and reading from the owner's extensive collection of games and books. I would highly recommend Beech Hill Haven to anyone looking to vacation in the Acadia/Bar Harbor area b/c it is centrally located and Bobbie is wonderful to work with and extremely helpful with recommendations for things to see and do in the area as well. Thanks again!!! The Lipski Family

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

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• Grab this property if it's available! Great family vacation home near Acadia

  Grab this property if it's available! Great family vacation home near Acadia

  • Guest familyof5
  • Date of stay 08/21/10
  • Review Submitted 08/27/10
  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely log home complete with all of the amenities that you will need. The owner is happy to answer any questions you might have and has equipped the home with many nice details. The location is great, near Acadia national park but nestled in the woods on the quiet side of the island. Enjoy lobsters on the deck, cozy wood fires in the wood stove, listening to the loon while drinking your morning coffee. A welcome respite after a long day of hiking and exploring all that the area has to offer. We stayed for a week in Aug. 2010 with our 3 young children. Enjoy!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children.

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• Wonderful

  Wonderful

  • Guest Acadia lover
  • Date of stay 08/01/09
  • Review Submitted 08/27/09
  We just returned from a wonderful two weeks in this ideal home. We were a family of six: two grandparents, one parent, and three children, ages 4,7, and 10. The space was perfect and it was amazing that this home was loaded with everything we could possibly want--two coffee pots, two lobster pots...even a waffle iron (haven't had waffles in years). The video, game, and toy library was amazing; all the children found age-appropriate items to entertain themselves. The cottaage's location was also perfect for us since we have friends in Southwest and Bar Harbor. It provides easy access to all the park's trails and facilities as well as being close to a grocery store. There was only one problem: no hot water when we arrived. The owner was quick to respond and although the issue became complicated, the owner and service personnel did everything possible to correct the situation as quickly as possible. Hope we can go back soon.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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  • Guest Colleen, Gretchen, and Phillip
  • Date of stay 08/23/08
  • Review Submitted 08/23/08
  What a great vacation! The log cottage was wonderful; spacious, yet cozy, well-equipped and comfortable. We loved waking up to the sound of the loon and watching the doe and fawn out the window as they grazed in the backyard.

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Saturday to Saturday rentalsMay 4-May 25 - $1050/week
May 25-June 22 - $1250/week
June 22-June 29  - $1400/week
June 29-August 24 - $1550/week
August 24-August 31 - $1400/week
August 31--September 28 - $1250/week
September 28-November 3d - $1100/week50% of the rental amount will confirm your reservation, with the balance due 30 days before your arrival. A $300 security deposit is also required at the time of booking. If you need to cancel, deposits will be returned only if your reserved week is rented. Security deposit will be returned within two weeks following the end of your rental, minus any charges for damage or excessive cleaning. Discount of $50/week for stays of two weeks or longer.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.