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Luxury Lakefront - Near Acadia & Bar Harbor - Over 100 Five Star Reviews!

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View of house from dock. Spectacular!
View from the dock towards North
Soaring family room with tons of natural light! Leather couches.
Gourmet kitchen. Stainless and granite. Lobster pot. Keurig. Everything you need
Sunrise from the dock. Really.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Penobscot, ME
  • Toddy Pond
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Branch Lake
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Gameroom

1 Single Bed

Jungle Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Lodge Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Whereever You Like

2 Double Beds

Wildflower Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Luxury Lakefront - Near Acadia & Bar Harbor - Over 100 Five Star Reviews!

Gorgeous lakefront home nestled on 2.2 very private acres. With over 250 feet of frontage on Toddy Pond, the house sits 75 feet from the water, atop a small rise, providing a lovely view of the lake through the trees. Toddy Pond is one of the most desirable lakes in downeast Maine. The charming oceanfront town of Blue Hill is only 15 minutes away, with Acadia and Bar Harbor about a 45 minute drive.

This year-round home is well appointed, with a gourmet kitchen, luxury master suite, and maple floors throughout. The living, dining, and kitchen areas share an open floor plan, anchored by a massive granite fireplace, providing a very spacious feel, even for larger groups. A spectacular arched window casts a sunny disposition in the living area throughout the day.

The following are actual recent guest comments:
'Your house is a first class act. We loved it.'
'…we couldn't have asked for a more perfectly appointed and relaxing home for our vacation.'


Great Lakefront Getaway! Toddy Pond is the perfect lake for a Maine getaway. Eight miles long, but only half a mile or so wide, it has three distinct sections, and many rock outcroppings, making it the choice for those looking for a quieter alternative to other area lakes. (It’s not conducive to large pleasure boats, due to large boulders lurking just beneath the surface.) The home is located on the western shore of the middle section. So if you are looking for a place of solitude to relax, swim, fish, and canoe, but with the convenience of nearby attractions, this is the place for you.

Very centrally located. In addition to the traditional Bar Harbor and Acadia area, Castine, Blue Hill, Deer Isle, and Stonington are all lovely trips a short distance from the home.

Property manager

Dan Staples

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penobscot

Located in Penobscot, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Northeast Historic Film and Jonathan Fisher House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jonathan Buck Monument and Holt House. Travelling with kids? Consider Blue Hill Co-op Community Market and Blue Hill Books. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Penobscot, ME

What's nearby

  • Toddy Pond - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 29 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Branch Lake - 37 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Telephone Museum - 47 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 48 min drive - 45.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bayview MKT And Takeou - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Happytown - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Abby's Attic - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Breadbox Bakery - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Lakefront - Near Acadia & Bar Harbor - Over 100 Five Star Reviews! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lakefront - Near Acadia & Bar Harbor - Over 100 Five Star Reviews!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lakefront - Near Acadia & Bar Harbor - Over 100 Five Star Reviews!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lakefront - Near Acadia & Bar Harbor - Over 100 Five Star Reviews! located?

This family-friendly Penobscot holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Toddy Pond and within 12 mi (20 km) of Blue Hill Co-op Community Market and Blue Hill Books. Blue Hill Mountain Trailhead and Penobscot River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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. 113 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing location! The home had everything we needed for an incredibly wonderful stay. We especially enjoyed sitting on the deck with our wine to talk about our day. It was really spacious and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant, clean, beautiful house and location. Had everything we needed. The 13 year old was happy to catch sunfish and bass!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Beautiful Lake house

We stayed this May and had a lovely time at this beautiful property. The host was responsive and accommodating, and took care to ensure that the amenities were satisfactory to our party before we confirmed the booking. The lake was peaceful and beautiful and the property fit our needs exactly. This property is far enough away from Acadia that you'll need to wake up extraordinarily early if you want to view the Cadillac summit sunrise, but close enough that we were not bothered making the trip to Acadia several times during our stay. We had an excellent time and would recommend this place to anybody looking for a quiet getaway in Maine.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Fantastic weekend at this beautiful house

Our family had a fantastic weekend at this beautiful house on Toddy Pond. The house was roomy, clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed, and we enjoyed many meals in the dining room. We used the grill, and enjoyed a lazy rainy Saturday by the fireplace, which was amply supplied with wood. My husband and son took a dip in the lake - braves souls, in the cold temperatures of late May - and had a lot of fun! This Maine house, woods and lake is a peaceful spot. There were only 5 of us, but plenty of room for a bigger family! A "must see" is the Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory - it's amazing, and we had a delicious dinner at Marlintini's in Blue Hill. Big thank you to Dan and his family for sharing his house with our family; it's a gem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay, plenty of room for our family. We did not use the lake as we intended because it was not easy to get down to the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

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

Great spot!

Loved the house and beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake Q.

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

Great relaxing trip

Beautiful, spacious house. More than enough room for our group of 2 grandparents, 2 adults and 2 teens. Very relaxing with amazing views of the lake. Host was very responsive when we needed to reach out.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

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

Perfect house for the family

We enjoyed our stay at Loon Cove tremendously. The house was beautiful, bright and well-maintained. We had six adults and a two-year old and there was plenty of room for everyone and plenty to do. Kayaks, bicycles, fishing poles, table tennis, board games, books, fully stocked kitchen, tons of towels, blankets, etc. Access to the lake was easy and the weather was great. We would certainly consider visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy w.

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

Best family vacation ever

Perfect house with room for privacy and group activities. Everyone enjoyed the ping pong table. I loved cooking in the wonderful well stocked kitchen. The lake is lovely and clean.So many towels, pillows, blankets! thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie L.

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

Everything you want in a vacation rental

Really nice. We were there for only three night. Would go back with our extended family for much longer. This place has it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

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

Perfect family escape on Toddy Pond

This house was the perfect spot for our annual summer lake trip. Plenty of bedrooms and configurations to comfortably sleep everyone and lots of fantastic common area space. Super comfortable living room (lots of cozy seating), spacious kitchen, and a giant dining table (though we ate most meals on the outdoor deck overlooking the lake). We loved being able to send the kids outside or to the basement to play. Toddy Pond is magical, and this house and space made it all the more so. We hope to return for future trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Wonderful taste of Maine

We loved this house! There was plenty of space for us, a fully equipped kitchen, nice lake frontage. It was wonderful listening to the loons at night.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

wonderful!

This is our second stay at Toddy Pond, and it was just as wonderful as the first time! Love the house and the view! Great space for our family of ten! Our only wish is for a third bathroom. Love being able to canoe from the dock and Acadia hiking during our week there. We recommend the Searsport Maritime Museum and the beach park across the street, Fort Knox, and the Penobscot Bridge Observatory, Castine, and Bar Harbor visits, all within reach of this lovely house. Hoping for a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ALLEN F.

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

2023 Maine Family Vacation

Clean, private location and a good location to Acadia & Bar Harbor. Large family table, kitchen well stocked and use of fishing poles. Should consider replacement of Gas Grill & Mattresses.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana W., Lawrence KS

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

Maine Family Vacation

My kids and grandkids enjoyed a week at Loon Lake. The house was clean and the common spaces were a delight. Across to the lake was wonderful. We ended up renting kayaks for the week and enjoyed using them to explore the lake. The bathroom situation is awkward, but workable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Guestbook Comment

We greatly enjoyed our stay in this peaceful and tranquil setting. The house was extremely well equipped and laid out. The owners are very considerate and provide great directions to the house(well off the beaten path) as well as helpful hints on things to do in the area.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Simply perfect Maine getaway spot.

Loved this property! Even better than advertised. A super quiet remote spot. Pond was frozen so we skated for miles, warmed up by the fireplace at night. Great kitchen for cooking family meals. Day trips to Acadia National Park and Ellsworth. Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M., Philadelphia, PA

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

Toddy Pond

Thumbs up for this one! Our family had a wonderful time at Toddy Pond. We loved the house location, size, and amenities. We rented canoes and thoroughly enjoyed the lake. We were within reach of Bar Harbor and Acadia and enjoyed hiking there. We enjoyed a visit to the Penobscot bridge observatory and Fort Knox. Groceries were conveniently nearby. We all would love a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

Toddy Pond was wonderful! We had a family vacation with the Nifongs from Harrisburg (see their comment.) The kids had a blast kayaking. The house was clean, well equipped, and the price was right for the fun we had. We're heading back again in 2006!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Guestbook Comment

The house and location were great. This was our 3rd visit to the area, but the first in the winter. The house had everything we needed to make our stay very enjoyable. The location was very accessble for many interesting day trips. Blue Hill was a very charming Maine Coastal town. We also enjoyed trips to Camden and Bar Harbor. We hiked the Carriage trails in Acadia and climbed the trail up Blue Hill mountain.

10/10 Excellent

Steven M., Cambridge, MA

Loon Cove a wonderful place for families

I just wanted to also say what a wonderful place Loon Cove is for families. Our children (now 12 and 6 years old) love swimming and kayaking from the dock. The hammock by the pond is a delightful place to read to children, and to watch the pond and the occasional animal or bird that comes by. The owner (Dan) provides play and recreational things for kids (and also a high chair). We have been coming back with our children since 2011.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Howard T.

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

Loon Cove is Spectacular

Loon Cove was the perfect retreat for our family. We stayed at Loon Cove during the last week in March and it could not have more tranquil or relaxing. Toddy Pond was frozen and the property was snow covered, making the days quiet and bright with the early Spring sunshine. The house itself was perfectly clean, very well maintained and well stocked with everything we could ask for, especially the kitchen, where we found the widest array of quality kitchen implements that we have ever seen in a vacation rental. We used the grill for dinners, and made a fire in the large fireplace each evening. We drove to Acadia for a day of hiking, and found it to be an easy 60 minute ride away. We were also impressed with the quality provisions available a short distance away at the Blue Hill Co-Op Market. Overall, Loon Cove is a spectacular property, and we would gladly visit again any time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W., Indianapolis, Indiana

Loon Cove

This is a wonderful place and we would definitely consider returning. The house isbeautiful and very spacious, with a very well equipped kitchen; comfortable, clean furniture; and good beds! It easily accomodated our family of 8 (2 children, the rest adults). The owner left lots of detailed information in writing and the man who delivered our kayaks offered us lots of good information about the area as well. The lake was wonderful - just the right size and very clean.The only drawbacks were the lack of a dock (there is only a platform which made it difficult to get in and out of the water especially to swim) and the access to the 2nd floor bathroom (the only access is from the Master Bedroom). We coped with both quite nicely and had a wonderful time.

8/10 Good

Charlie B.

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

Loon Cove Vacation

This is a spacious, very well equipped home. Great for relaxed vacation with three generation family ( we had 10 people, parents, two adult children and their families). Everyone had a great time with the 2 kayaks and canoe that we rented and were dropped at the property and picked up at the end of the week ( very easy). There were plenty of tubes for floating on the pond. A good time was had by all. We very much enjoyed the packet of information the owner sent us prior to arriving including directions and information on surrounding towns and restaurants. We had a great time exploring the area. The only reason for the 4 stars was the beds. None of them were comfortable and should be replaced. Otherwise it is a great place to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

The house was wonderful - We had out 18 month old grandson and his parents . He loved the open spaces, his toy trucks rolled really well on the floors. He was very excited to sleep with the animals on the second floor. We should have brought a baby gate to block off the stairs. The house was beautiful and with the leaves off the trees we had a perfect view of the lake. On our last day we woke up to the first snow of the season. A nice surprise, wish we would have gotten snowed in thru Christmas. Thanks for building such a lovely house, and hiding a bunny in the garden. Jan Fox, Rick, Jon, Angela and Garrett Hunter. Nov 2004

About the host

Hosted by Dan Staples

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Dan and Dana fell in love with Maine on their very first visit, and now live in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. While we love southern Maine, our heart lies with Toddy Pond. We hope to spend the entire summer at Toddy some day...

Why they chose this property

When we moved from Boston to the South in 2002, we had a dream about retiring to Maine some day. When we stumbled on this lakefront gem, we knew it was destiny. It's so quiet and peaceful, but lives like a "real house" not a lakefront cabin or something. We were smitten and the rest is history.

What makes this property unique

The way the house sits elevated above the water, with the huge deck looking out through the trees at the lake is just spectacular. You could just sit on the deck for hours. The fact that it's situated in a cove is just a bonus -- the cove is always calm and perfect for swimming. The finished basement with ping pong, foosball and its own TV area is always a hit with the kids. The living area is just spectacular -- a two story living room with a massive granite fireplace and huge wall of windows facing the lake makes every day a beautiful day.

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