Entire home

FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!

Photo gallery for FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!

A marina with various boats docked, surrounded by a forested area.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.
A well-maintained garden with a stone pathway leading to a seating area with tables and chairs.
A garden pathway leading to a white house with a stone border.
A dining area with a white table and wicker chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the living room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

View in a map
Mt Desert, ME
  • Place, Maine Granite Industry Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!

The Captain's Retreat farmhouse is located smack in the middle of Mount Desert Island in historic picturesque Somesville which is conveniently located to all of ACADIA National Park highlights! You can be hiking on a park trail, swimming in Echo lake, kayaking on Long Pond or enjoying a live performance at the Acadia Repertory Theatre all within a few minutes drive away! We are 15 minutes to Bar Harbor for whale watching, shopping and nightlife & 7 min to Southwest Harbor to experience a quaint traditional Maine town with local shops, lobster pounds, art galleries and dining. Beech Hill organic Farm is right down the road for ALL the best LOCAL produce, grass fed meats, fresh eggs, maple syrup and more! The farmhouse was purchased in 2017 and it has been renovated/updated to reflect its original 1920's pristine glory. The farmhouse is on 3 acres with lots of wild blueberries you can pick in season and fun to explore! BRAND NEW 6 ft. cedar fence has been installed across the front of the property and a generator that powers the whole farmhouse for any island outages. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 full bathroom. On the main level is the the huge sunny farmers kitchen, dining room, living room and 1 full bathroom. You can relax or play on the large lawn or pick local blueberries in the woods in season. EVERYTHING is BRAND NEW in the home.....from the pottery barn living room furniture, comfy beds with fine linens/quilts, plush egyptian cotton towels, chef quality cookware, a gorgeous french country dining table that seats 8..... all the comforts of a home....this not your typical rental cottage with saggy furniture and worn out. Come experience a quintessential New England farmhouse on your well deserved vacation! Relax in style after a day in the park, enjoy a traditional lobster boil, make smores at the outdoor solo fire pit or stay toasty warm dining outside under the propane heater on the granite patio in the cooler months. A bright sunny farmers kitchen with new appliances with a center island that can seat 6 is a great place to gather while cooking or morning coffee. Come savor all that Mount Desert Island has to offer from sunsets on Cadillac Mountain, sailing on Somes Sound, popovers at the Jordan Pond House, horse drawn wagon rides on the carriage paths, picnics at Sand Beach, and so much more!!! Well mannered dogs welcomed on case by case approval basis. Caretaker is located on property in the carriage house with separate entrances from the farmhouse and delighted to assist you in any manner and share their “secret spots on MDI” as well as give you complete privacy while you experience your dream vacation on Mount Desert Island! New auto start generator on property runs whole farmhouse house for when electricity goes out, High speed WIFI!!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 999 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$175 1 dog $275 2 dogs, must be approved by owner
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dogs not allowed on any furniture/linens/bedding When dog home alone MUST be crated or gated in kitchen ONLY if can NOT go over or through baby gates
ALL dogs MUST be approved by owners

Important information

You need to know

Property # 981935
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Mount Desert

Located in Somesville, a neighborhood in Mount Desert, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding, ice skating, and snowmobiling.
Map
Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Granite Industry Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 14 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 25 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Original Travelin' Lobster - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!?

As of Oct 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres! on Oct 19, 2026 start from $537, 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 FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres! located?

Located in Somesville, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Maine Granite Industry Museum and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Long Pond are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and well maintained, in a convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home and central to alll things Acadia. We hiked both sides of the island. The home is a quaint updated farmhouse and the hosts have graciously stocked it with everything you need for a wonderful vacation. There are stairs in this home and all of the bedrooms are on the upper floor. No problem door our crew but good to know if you have someone with mobility concerns. The backyard is heavenly and we were visited by deer twice!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The area is beautiful and the location was great for getting around.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts very very responsive The property is lovely especially if you have dogsA great location for exploring MDI
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

This is a wonderful property - great location, great hosts, really nice house and property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely farmhouse near Echo Lake

We enjoyed our stay a lot. The owners were great, very helpful and welcoming!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall foliage tour

The farmhouse was quaint and impeccably clean! The owners were very helpful with dining suggestions. We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute little farmhouse

This house was perfect for our two night stay. The owner was very friendly and attentative.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine Vacation

Robert & Elizabeth were very welcoming and attentive hosts. The property and home were lovely! We totally enjoyed our stay and would return if we have the opportunity to visit the area in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We stayed for a week with our adult children. It was a great location to all the things we wanted to do. The hosts were very responsive when I needed to reach out. The house was very nice. We would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We had a great time staying at captains retreat. We appreciated being so close to both sides of the island. The house was clean and looked just like the photos. The owners were easy to work with both before and during our stay. It worked well for our family of 5. We only wish we could have stayed longer to explore even more of Acadia!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Comfortable home-base for my family. The outdoor area is a wonderful space with plenty of room for my kids to run around. Loved chilling in the hammock and enjoyed grilling outdoors. There’s no a/c but gets cooler some nights. We all had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a family vacation to enjoy the fall colors and explore Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The location was perfect—an easy drive to both, which made getting around simple and stress-free.The home has a peaceful backyard set away from the road, which made it a nice spot to relax. You might hear some traffic at night if the windows are open, but it didn’t affect our overall comfort.Communication with the owners was excellent—very prompt and helpful. One of our favorite parts of the stay was gathering around the Solo Stove in the evenings. It was the perfect way to unwind and reflect on the day.We had a wonderful stay and are already looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Margaret

The house was well-equipped, comfortable, and very clean! The hosts always responded quickly and were available if we needed anything, which we didn't because everything was provided! We are all hoping to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful, well-appointed home

We loved this home. Everything we needed for a family of 5. We cooked many meals in the kitchen and enjoyed the yard. Only downside was the traffic noise since the house is so close to a busy streeet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
We are so happy you loved the farmhouse! In 1920 they built houses much closer to the road or most likely it was a carriage path at that time...we installed the new fence and put sound machines and box fans in rooms that are closest to front of house to help abate cars passing by. We are delighted the boys have fun in the yard!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Vacation Spot

This was an ideal property for our family of 5. We loved being outside of Bar Harbor, but inside Acadia. Elizabeth has left a book full of resources and recommendations. The house was spotless and wonderfully equipped with everything we needed. We also enjoyed the backyard area for grilling and making s’mores on the solo stove. It was a picturesque spot, and we highly recommend Captain’s Retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved Our Stay!

The Captain's Retreat was the perfect home away from home for our family trip to Maine. The house was exactly as pictured, very comfortable, relaxing, full of character and well equipped. Elizabeth and Robert are wonderful hosts, and we loved the personal touches they provided. Fresh flowers and herbs greeted us in the bright kitchen upon arrival. We immediately felt at home and could not have asked for a better experience. We loved the central location as we could easily get to wherever we wanted to go on the Island. We would not hesitate to stay at the retreat again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be back next Year!

I love this place! Location for me is perfect! So close to all my quiet side hidden spots, yet just a short drive to BH hustle and bustle! The new addition of the privacy fence is nice! Love hanging out in the hammock! The backyard is just a getaway in itself! Our dogs love exploring in it! Looking forward to returning and making more happy memories!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property and Great Location

This house was great and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Kids ages 11/9/5 enjoyed the house. They loved the little loft area in the bedroom for some quiet time and a little secret hideout. Kitchen was great for cooking our lobster and seafood dinners. We love to cook and the kitchen was well equipped. Outdoor space was relaxing and it’s own little retreat. We enjoyed the fresh blueberries on the property. Location was perfect for easy access to Acadia, Bar Harbor, and lake access for paddle boarding. One of our best vacations to Maine yet. Thank you for letting us stay at this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Convenient to all things MDI and Acadia NP

This older ‘farmhouse’ is well maintained, well appointed and very comfortable. Everything about the property is charming. The owners live in the attached “carriage house” and are absolutely respectful of guests’ privacy. You have full access to the beautifully landscaped yard with solo stove for evening fires, comfortable chairs and picnic table for alfresco dining or relaxing. I would give this property 5+ stars except for one problem issue. The property is located on the main road to Southwest Harbor and traffic whizzes by at 50+ mph resulting in considerable traffic noise. During the warm summer nights when you need to leave windows open, we found the level of traffic noise to be disturbing until midnight and again starting up early morning (5 am). On cooler nights, when you can leave the windows closed, and using the “white noise” machines provided in each bedroom, the traffic noise would not be an issue. Other than this one concern this place is 5+ stars all around.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Very nice house; Right next to a very busy street.

Everything the other reviews say about this house are true: It is very well decorated, the furniture is all new, it is clean and the owner is delightful. However, the one thing not mentioned (and why I gave it a three star review) is that it is right next to a very busy street, and so you constantly hear traffic noise from a steady stream of fast-moving cars, which are all about 10 feet from the entryway to the house. This is less of a big deal at night than I worried it would be - the noise from the box fans (there is no AC) pretty much drowns out the traffic noise. But, it is definitely an issue, and it makes sitting outside (there is a lovely lawn) much less pleasant than it otherwise would be. I also was frustrated because I was not warned of this. There is nothing in the description warning about traffic noise, and when I spoke to the owner on the phone before renting, and specifically asked if there was anything I should know about the house, she never mentioned the constant noise from the traffic. So, it is a nice house. But if you are looking for a quiet vacation (which, given that this is on the 'quiet side' of MDI, might be a goal), this might not be the house for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2020
Thank you for the positive comments about the farmhouse and yard. It is unfortunate that the road was an issue for you during your stay. We have never had a guest bring this to our attention of being problematic in the 2 seasons of renting. We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Maine property

Beautiful home with fantastic outdoor space for enjoying the Maine weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

We had a wonderful time! The house was just as described . We loved our stay and will be back! I highly recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint Vacation

The property was wonderful! It was spotless and had all the essentials and more! It was perfect for my friends and I during our trip to Acadia. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Robert Zelinski & Elizabeth Escardo

Host profile image
Elizabeth is a Yoga Instructor and Therapist and has been living on St. John, US Virgin Islands for 20yrs. She teaches yoga, meditation and wellness classes and retreats on Mount Desert Island each summer. Through her love of nature and holistic healing she finds solace in residing within 2 beautiful National Parks sharing her passion of Health and Well being and serving her valued guests.
Robert is a professional captain and owner of Orion Yacht Management in Northeast Harbor, Maine. He works and lives on a privately owned 100ft yacht out of NYC.

Why they chose this property

Robert has had deep roots and connections in the yachting industry on Mount Desert since 1989. He introduced Elizabeth to the beauty of the island in 2010 when they met. Having careers that keep them apart most of the year, Mount Desert is where they have the opportunity to spend precious time together each summer season. The "Captain's Retreat" was purchased in February 2017 and we are delighted to share our NEW HOME with you to create your own precious memories and experiences. Fall in love with Mount Desert Island as we have!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback