Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia

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A rustic wooden cabin with a stone foundation, surrounded by lush greenery and a large tree.
A staircase with white steps and wooden handrails, a desk with a chair and a rug in the background, and wall-mounted items.
A two-story house with a grey shingled roof, a brick chimney, and a front door with a glass panel. There is a small tree in the front yard.
A rustic dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and a shelf with kitchenware.
A kitchen with a wooden table, red cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • High-speed internet

Explore the area

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Sullivan, ME
  • Place, Sullivan Harbor Farm
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Sullivan

Located in Sullivan, this vacation home is in a rural area. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Cadillac Mountain. Prayer Labyrith and Seacoast Fun Park are also worth visiting. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Sullivan, ME

What's nearby

  • Sullivan Harbor Farm - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Acadia National Park - 29 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 42 min drive - 56.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 47 min drive - 62.5 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 59 min drive - 72.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tracey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Black Sheep - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flanders Bbq - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sullivan Harbor Farm Smokehouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia?

As of Oct 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia on Jun 26, 2027 start from $279, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ideal Maine artist's retreat, next to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and near Acadia located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Sullivan Harbor Farm and within 6 mi (10 km) of Morancy Pond and Flanders Pond. Prayer Labyrith and Schoodic Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Artists Retreat was perfect for our family of three. The house was immaculate and comfy, the back yard was great, and walks, hikes, and swimming sposts were varied, beautiful, and nearby. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
*Classic Maine farmhouse which has been beautifully restored and decorated. *Large private backyard fenced in for our dogs. Very quiet and peaceful. *Excellent communication with our host!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve is awesome and I absolutely love his cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fabulous. The most “well stocked” house we ever stayed in. The house was clean and very homey.One suggestion that should be on the listing…” there is no driveway.” You have to park across the road. Not a far walk, but we arrived after 9:30pm and it was raining. We had no idea where to park and unload. When you get in the house the directions say “no driveway” and to park on his lot across the street. A “heads up” ahead of arrival is important. Also, kind of old school, but non the less…he mails the keys to you USPS. Very nice stay!! You will not be disappointed. Very relaxing!! A beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2026
Thank you for the very nice review. I did want to take a moment to note the parking recommendations were the first item on the list of “house functions “ I sent in your attachments. Sorry for any confusion. I look forward to working with you again Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location, wildlife, home very clean, quiet, comfortable. Owner supportive & responsive with my questions. Thank you for great time spent at place.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful 1700’s farmhouse with furnishings to match. A very cozy and welcoming space. So glad we found Mr Clarke, an absolute pleasure.
Front yard
Kitchen entry
Our “ porcupine “
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Maine location

Beautiful and clean home. Amazing host who replies quickly. Great home base for Acadia and Bar Harbor. I am already missing Maine and this gorgeous location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Lovingly Restored Maine Farmhouse

The owners of this property have invested a lot of thought and care in their ongoing efforts to restore this house. The kitchen was well appointed, the linens good ones and garden pleasant. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
By far the best place we’ve ever stayed. It was clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was very easeful to cook in and had everything we needed. Location was great, easy entry and lots of nearby amenities and fun things to do. TEN stars, honestly. Just wonderful all around, didn’t want to leave we had such a good stay. THANK YOU Steven. Hopefully we’ll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

thanks

all went well, host was responsive, lovely space
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was comfortable, and the owner was very helpful. The backyard was fenced, which was great for my dog. The bedrooms need ceiling lights as they were too dim in the evening. The owner provided most everything one would need, but the place was much too cluttered, which cuts down on available space for guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect Getaway

Returning to Maine, we wanted a comfortable home base from which to explore. We loved the rustic charm of this house - it had all the comforts and modern amenities we needed, while feeling cozy and relaxed. It felt like an “old soul” with “deep wisdom.” We are eager to imagine a return to the area and this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay for those loving older houses and nature

My husband and I are both biologists and we loved this house and yard. The fencing provided a secure area for our midsized dog and she loved it. We normally stay on the quiet side of Acadia but loved the opportunity to explore the Schoodic and the local trails at this location. The hosts were great at responding quickly! We would definitely return to this quiet, homey house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet and relaxing home get away

We loved the house, with its open floor plan and country feel. The area was quiet and the stars magnificant at night. No problems to report. The owner is quick to respond to any issues and address them. The location is well suited to hiking trails accessible from the house, and swimming ponds and lakes are nearby so you don’t have to drive far to have fun. We enjoyed our visit very much.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect place to stay while in Acadia

It was our first time in Acadia and this cottage was the perfect spot to explore from and to return to each day. It’s on a quiet road with beautiful grounds (including a large fenced-in yard, which our pup loved). The cottage is beautifully appointed, comfortable, and full of thoughtful and tasteful touches. Steve was a gracious host, quick to respond, and the property has everything you need for a long or short stay (we were there for a week). We loved being away from the hustle and bustle of Desert Island in August. The Schoodic Peninsula provides easy access to all the major sights and has many worthwhile attractions of its own. Highly recommended… we were sad to leave and would rebook this gorgeous home in a heartbeat.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five Happy Days and Nights.

We stayed with our adult children and were thrilled to wake up each morning in the gracious and casually beautiful Cape Cod house with lots of light and views of Maine typography, pine trees, fields, and very pretty flowers. There was a sense of privacy and peacefulness as well as spaciousness for each of us to spread out to talk, to read, to cook and to eat. The kitchen was excellent for cooking and shared meals. We hope to return. The house is only a few minutes drive from Frenchman’s Bay. There are trails for hiking just off Punkinville Road which is used by high school track students. Being able to visit with dear friends who who live nearby made the visit perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return to cherished summer vacation AirB&B

Staying in the Spacious and beautiful cape cod, on a quiet road minutes away from Frenchmen’s Bay, we loved the privacy of the house and yard. The two Adirondack Chairs in the enclosed backyard were the perfect place for reading or conversation when we wanted to enjoy the sun and breeze. (Note: the stones steps from the back door are uneven and can be treacherous). The two beds were cozy and comfortable. The living room, and most of the house is bright with sunlight, (though the lamps did not provide adequate light for reading in the evening). Our family and visiting friends gathered comfortably in the main living area and shared a meal in the generous, well stocked kitchen. The kitchen is a dream for people who love to cook. Though we were four adults, only towels for two were provided. That may have been my mistake when I registered. Our children expressed to us their gratitude for inviting them to share our vacation in this house and location, next door to beloved friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Old Farmhouse

I loved everything about this home, the road it's on and the surrounding area. Close enough to Bar Harbor and Acadia to make day trips easy, yet at the end of the day you get to escape the crowds and come back to a place so peaceful and inviting that you feel like you really have come home. From the country kitchen, the comfortable bedrooms, the large, yet cozy, living room, the owners have created a space so charming I never wanted to leave. The home is beautifully decorated. I felt like I had stepped back in time, you could feel the history, the generations who lived there and all the love that the owners have put into maintaining that feeling. The fenced in yard and private courtyard were a huge bonus. Our dog was in heaven. The only minor inconvenience was that there was no WIFI when we arrived due to a power outage from a storm that passed through the day before. In order to get back on line in a timely fashion the owner asked us to buy a router and he will reimburse us. This was unfamiliar territory for all of us, as this had never happened to him or us. We did manage to purchase a router and get WIFI back, though I would rather not have spent vacation time doing this. But storms happen and it was nobody's fault. The rest of our time in Maine was wonderful and this home was the perfect place to return to after a day of adventuring around the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely pet friendly house with great location to local trails. House is situated on a quiet road convenient to Bar Harbor and a slightly longer drive to Cutler and Lubec.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to use as a home base for Acadia and Schoodic adventures. Very nice house and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Maine Getaway

We could not have been happy with Steven's house. It was even better than pictured, if that's possible. The house was clean, beautifully decorated, with a well stocked kitchen. As writers, we wanted proximity to Acadia without the crowds, and this place was just the ticket! We thoroughly enjoyed our days hiking and writing, and then making dinner and building a fire in the cozy wood stove on chilly autumn evenings. Our Norwich Terrier was also in heaven: there is a lovely 2 mile loop in the Nature Preserve down the street, and a whole flock of wild turkeys made twice daily appearances. We would rent this house again in a heartbeat! As other reviewers mentioned, the Dunbar Store is great for quick groceries. The local wine shop has limited hours: we took advantage of days in Acadia/Bar Harbor to get more substantial groceries at the Hannaford, and stock up at the wine shop in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sublime time in this Sullivan home!

Charming, historic yet comfortable house in Sullivan Maine provided us with the perfect bolthole to rest and relax after exploring the many natural wonders of Down East. Our doggie loved it too! Be sure to visit the Dunbar grocery store for fresh old fashioned donuts in the morning and a vaviety of provisions (lobsters too!) for a charming yet unpretentious local experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sullivan

The rental process was so easy and the host responded promptly to all my questions. The house was in a nice location, close to restaurants, shopping, hiking, the ocean. We brought our 2 dogs along and we thoroughly enjoyed the fenced in yard. It was very private and relaxing. The house was great, tastefully decorated and had everything you could possibly need. It’s such a beautiful property and also a great place for stargazing.Steven was a very responsive host. If you need a place to relax and enjoy nature, this is it! We saw deer, turkeys and what we think was a bear cub. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We enjoyed relaxing in this remote antique home. It was perfect to rejuvenate our energy after the art show in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and quiet

This place was perfect in many ways. Location was close enough to everything we wanted to see and do, and the property was perfect for us. The second we walked in, I didn't want to leave! So quiet and relaxing. We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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