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Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia

Holiday home with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
View from the front porch.
Sunny rear deck.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia

Recently finished home on wooded, residential road in Bass Harbor, on the quiet side of Mt. Desert Island (renovations completed spring 2012). Home has a great layout and comfortably accommodates a large family, two families, or several couples. The kitchen, appliances, bathrooms, fixtures, and many furnishings are brand new. A gas fireplace in the living room can take the chill off a Maine morning or evening. Bedrooms include a king-sized master with private bath, queen-sized bedroom, and a bunk room which sleeps 4. There is a front porch and large rear deck off the kitchen. The home is tastefully decorated and well-appointed. The owners have young children and are happy to accommodate yours. Pets negotiable.

Come visit all that Mt. Desert Island and Acadia National Park have to offer, while enjoying spacious, comfortable accommodations at this beautiful cottage in the woods.



The first level open floor plan includes a tiled entryway, half bath, kitchen with breakfast bar and seating for 4, dining room with seating for 10, den/family room, and living room with a gas fireplace. There are three bedrooms upstairs, including a master bedroom with king bed, walk-in closet, and private bath. The master bath features a double granite vanity, tile shower and separate soaking tub. Also upstairs you will find a queen-sized bedroom and a large bunk-room with two sets of bunk beds to sleep four. Downstairs, the living room can accommodate two additional guests. Options include a queen-sized sofabed and a twin-sized pull-out chair-and-a-half. The home can accommodate a maximum of 10 people, but more comfortably 8. Mattresses and bed linens are all new. There is another full-sized bathroom in the upstairs hallway. Both upstairs bathrooms feature tile floors with radiant heat. The home has hardwood floors throughout, and the first floor also has radiant heat (a benefit for chilly spring and fall visits). A portable crib, high chair, and other baby and child items are available upon request. Please contact owner with your special needs.

Owners also have a smaller rental property in Southwest Harbor. Please view listing #3766383 for more information about that property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets allowed with advance approval by owner
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All reservations are subject to owner screening and approval within 48 hours of booking acceptance.
Please answer these questions within 48 hours of booking: 1) Reason for stay 2) Will the primary renter be present? (Provide photo ID) 3) # of guests
Well-behaved dogs (no puppies) are subject to owner screening and approval in advance of stay. Additional pet fee applies for more than 1 pet.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property # 976458

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Wendell Gilley Museum and Maine Granite Industry Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Bar Harbor Whale Watching and Naturalist's Notebook are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Newer Home on Mt. Desert Island, Minutes to Acadia located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 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. 91 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carroll A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 couples stayed and enjoyed sightseeing around the region. Accommodations as advertised and was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property on the quiet side. Great space for family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home for a very comfortable stay in Acadia. Close to many local outstanding restaurants and close to the Nat’l Park. Maria was very helpful and had great local suggestions. Fall in Acadia is beautiful!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky & Phil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing! Highly recommend. What a beautiful house situated on wooded lot. We will be coming back for sure next October! Thank you so much! Very clean, well appointed and everything you need; just the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean home in a great location! My family of five really enjoyed our stay. Host was super with communication. Would def recommend:)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Amazing relaxing vacation

Family staying together - plenty of room-beautifully appointed- everything we could of needed was there.Comfortable- we had some great game nights and used the grill. Located close to many restaurants and coffee shops.A great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family. My parents, my siblings, my wife, and my two toddlers loved the house. It is in a great location, a short drive to Acadia. The property is secluded and quiet, yet close enough to do quick day trips. The host provides an abundance of things for all ages. There are books, puzzles, toys, and games. My kids were always entertained. The host was very easy to work with and the description was best accurate. This house truly felt like a home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous peaceful house! It felt like home. Everything we needed for our stay was available. We enjoyed the local art festival going on during our stay. I would highly recommend this house to anyone traveling to Maine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a very comfortable house. Great kitchen. 2.5 bathrooms was very nice for 4 women.Easy drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Ship Harbor Trail nearby, a must!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine k.

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

Beautiful extremely clean home with great host!

If you are going to the area you probably already know what a great place it is. We were very near hiking trails and great restaurants. We were two couples and it was very spacious. Great kitchen with large cooking area. All in all a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Beautiful home

We enjoyed our week in Acadia. Found lots to do each day and we followed the owners recommendations for food and fun. Everything was great! Would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great place on quiet side

Had a great stay. Was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Area was quiet and beds comfortable. Host was excellent and quick to respond. Minutes to Bass Harbor light about 30 minutes to other major Acadia attractions
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sophie E.

Very friendly and cozy!

The property is beautiful! Maria was very accommodating and communicative. The house is situated in a cozy spot in the woods but is within minutes of the ocean. When we come to Acadia we will be renting from her again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

patty s.

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

Vac o

Everything was very nice and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward J.

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

summer 23 vacation

Stayed with family and a family we are friends with for the week went hiking in the mornings and exploring the area in the afternoon. Lots to see and do if your the outdoors type and love nature. Enjoyed cooking in the big well equipped kitchen for dinner before we started playing board games before bed. Kind of a long ride to bar harbor and Acadia national park other than that no complaints very quit beautiful area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Wedding week

We stayed at Maria’s house for our elopement wedding weekend with our family and friends. It was absolutely perfect! Much bigger than the pictures make it seem. Very clean, comfy and homey. The kitchen is completely stocked to cook full meals and they even had a high chair for our little guy. Very quiet neighborhood, ample parking. We couldn’t have asked for a better home for our week in MDI, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway in Beautiful Bass Harbor!We had the most amazing stay at this lovely home in Bass Harbor! We were two families traveling together, with kids ranging in age from 8 to 15, and this house could not have been more perfect for us.From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. The house was immaculately clean, spacious, and incredibly comfortable. It had that perfect mix of cozy charm and modern convenience. Every room was thoughtfully furnished and inviting, with plenty of space for everyone to spread out, relax, and enjoy.The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we could possibly need! We cooked several meals at home and appreciated how easy and enjoyable it was to do so. The living areas were perfect for games, movie nights, and unwinding after long days exploring Acadia and the surrounding area.The location was ideal—quiet, peaceful, and just a short drive to all the sights and trails we wanted to explore. Coming back to this house after a day of adventure truly felt like coming home.We made wonderful memories here—morning coffees on the deck, shared dinners around the table, laughter echoing through the house—and we’re so grateful for the time we spent in this special place.Highly recommend to any families or groups looking for a comfortable, well-equipped, and welcoming home. We would absolutely stay here again! Thank you Maria!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME

We've rented homes in Maine over the past 20+ years and found this home to be a top contender! This home is very nicely furnished, extremely clean, & well supplied ( like a home away from home)!! We couldn't have found a nicer place to stay on Mount Desert Island. It is located on the quieter side of the island which we enjoyed, and sits on a wooded lot located on a quiet street. The home owners are extremely responsive to any questions or concerns one might have. We felt very comfortable & safe living here for the week and enjoyed our stay. Would rent from Maria again & again....

10/10 Excellent

christopher t.

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

Don't hesitate

I've been going to Acadia once or twice a year for twenty years. This was by far the nicest place we've stayed - plenty of room for kids and grandparent, as well as great access to our favorite places. The kitchen was easy to work in. The kids loved the puzzles when it rained. The neighborhood was quiet enough for the kids to ride their bikes. The yard was perfect for a game of catch when the kids needed some slow paced at home time. Overall, I'm looking forward to next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

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

Wonderful stay on the quiet side of MDI

We had a wonderful weeklong stay with members of our extended family. The house and property is beautiful, well maintained and clean. Kitchen is fully stocked with all items necessary to cook. Plenty of games, books, and some puzzles to keep people entertained at the house. The hosts have provided detailed check-in information on how to find the house, along with a book detailing check out and other important information pertaining to the rental. One thing to note, which the host mentioned they plan to make note of for future renters, is that the master shower can take a little bit to heat up on the first day. When I reached out about this they were very prompt in their response. We enjoyed everything about our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tess T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Maria’s house. She was quick to respond to any questions or concerns. The house is very cozy and warm. We also love the quietness of the location and only a half hour drive to Bar Harbor, about 20 minutes to Cadillac Mountain and 15 minutes to Bass Harbor Lighthouse.The kitchen is well stocked with almost everything you need to cook or grill. My 2 mini schnauzers love the yard and surrounding woods. It’s like staying in an enchanted forest with a harbor nearby. We will stay there again when we’re in the area. Highly recommended!
Front of the house
Patch of woods along the deivei
Pine cones
Mossy ground cover
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Fantastic vacation home for a family.

Very nice home with an open concept. It was perfect for us. It had everything we needed and more. I traveled with my adult daughter, son-in-law, 13 month old granddaughter and adult son. We each had our own bedroom. The owner supplied us with a high chair and toys for our granddaughter. We all had a great time! Would definitely stay at this home again the next time we return to Acadia National Park. HIghly, highly recommend staying here!!! A family trip we will never forget!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey A., Cincinnati

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

Spacious and comfortable in an ideal location

We loved our stay and can’t wait to return. The location is magical and quiet, both on the street and the location on MDI. The house has a cozy warm feel with tons of space. It was very clean and bright and was perfect for our annual Acadia getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Perfect Acadia Resting spot

3 night stay while exploring Acadia. Beautiful property in immaculate condition with everything we needed for our stay. Had a wonderful time and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

A Sparkle in the Woods

Beautiful home with plenty of natural light and accommodations for family and friends. We truly enjoyed spending our Acadia adventure at this lovely house in a quiet, natural woods setting not far from the water and the park!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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