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Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park

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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by dense greenery and flowering bushes.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a dining area with wooden chairs and stools.
A dining table with six wooden chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of a forest.
A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread and matching pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a carpeted floor.
A living room with a blue sofa, striped armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a nautical-themed painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
At the waterfront, this apartment features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 4 guests. Families can enjoy birdwatching, sailing, and mountain biking nearby. The outdoor areas include a patio, porch, and deck, while a private boat dock provides ample opportunities for sports and water activities. This property welcomes pets. Nearby attractions include Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bass HArbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park

Nestled among the treetops, this charming 2nd story apartment offers 896 sq feet of thoughtfully designed living space featuring 2 bedrooms with 1 queen bed and 2 twins, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with tub/shower combo, and private deck with grill and additional seating. The true highlight of Treehouse is the access to the peaceful tidal waters of Bass Harbor. A short stroll will take you to a dock with complimentary rowboat and kayaks available to guests of Treehouse and our two other cottages, Tides and Seabreeze's. Just a 3 mile drive to the village of Southwest Harbor with shops and restaurants and several trails of Acadia National Park. Of note; We named this cottage Treehouse as it is a top floor unit tucked in the treetops, requiring a staircase to access the unit. Be prepared to carry luggage up several stairs to access.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 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 less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside buildings
Dog must be crated or go with guests when you are out of the rental
Dog must be treated with flea and tick preventative prior to arrival No dogs on beds or furniture
We will email a copy of our pet policy upon booking

Important information

You need to know

Property # 113514
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this apartment is near a water park and on the waterfront. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
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Bass HArbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Treetop retreat with access to kayaks and rowboat near Acadia National Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rey clean property. Used the kayak and was fun
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot to use as a base for exploring Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. The property was immaculately clean and well-maintained and well stocked with kitchen utensils, table settings, towels and bedding. The grounds, shared with several other cottages managed by the owners, were very pleasant and we enjoyed rowing around Bass Harbor from the shared private dock. The location is on the quieter side of Mount Desert, which we preferred, but we were pleasantly surprised to find a few great restaurants and coffee shops in nearby Southwest Harbor, a short drive away, while Bar Harbor was an easy and pleasant 20 to 30 minute drive even during our late August visit. The hosts were on site daily managing the cottages on the property and were very responsive to questions and requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy, the host, was kind and friendly and the cleanliness of the apartment was outstanding, as was the ease of visiting all the harbors, restaurants and Acadia. Everything is beautiful!Although the listing says it’s air-conditioned, the bedrooms are not and even with an electric fan in each, the heat was uncomfortable and made it difficult to sleep. The listing said Waterfront. There is no view of water. Our view from the living room because the poor trees have dead branches, was a driveway leading to a maintenance lot and other lodgings. The gravel road was noisy as pick-up trucks and cars often went in and out.There is a bay two minutes from the apartment and I was excited by the photos in the listing and eager to use the boats. I was ignorant about the tides in the bay and it was often just mud when we wanted to kayak. One day, we were lucky to be around when the tide was in and enjoyed the rowboat.I appreciated having a washer and dryer, but wasn’t expecting to share them with the housekeeping department in a maintenance garage filled with cleansers, tools and paint cans.We are senior citizens and the photo in the listing didn’t show how steep the set of often slippery stairs to enter the apartment was. Carrying luggage was difficult.It would be very helpful for the listing to clearly describe the difficult stairs, the lack of AC in bedrooms, the limited boating hours, and sharing the driveway and laundry with maintenance and housekeeping.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback and we are sorry that some aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We will use your feedback to make our listing even clearer. The cottage's air conditioning is provided by a mini split in the main living kitchen dining area with fans provided in the 2 bedrooms. We will look into whether window units would be appropriate additions to the bedrooms. The cottage is not advertised as waterfront. The listing describes it as "nestled among the treetops" with access to our dock with kayaks and rowboat. Our dock is on a tidal inlet, meaning tides rise and fall and at low tide the water washes out of the bay. We would be happy to leave a tide chart in the unit. The stairs are shown clearly in our listing photos, including their steep pitch, but we will consider using additional wording. The washer and dryer are located on the bottom floor of the building and are not indicated as private. We do use this area for storage of things we use to maintain our properties as well as 2 washers and 2 dryers that the owner and myself will access occasionally. We will make that clearer in the listing as well. We are sorry the driveway noise was disruptive during your stay. We are located in a residential area and we cannot control the comings and goings of other homeowners and guests. We appreciate your feedback and will consider making this aspect of the setting even clearer in our listing.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The area is amazing…quiet but close to everything. The apartment is nice, though the sofa wasn’t the most comfortable. Happy with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet location and easy to access Acadia National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed and equipped. Our only difficulty was carrying luggage up and down the steps. In all, this was an exellent lodging.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for what we needed. It is clean, tastefully decorated, and comfortable. We loved the view from the deck and side windows. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable stay

My partner and I were glad to stay here. We particularly enjoyed kayaking in the inlet that is at most a two minute walk from the property. About 30 minutes' drive from Bar Harbor where a lot of restaurants, shops, and some trails are, but quite close to other trails like Wonderland and a small town that is less crowded than Bar Harbor and has great food. Would happily stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2025
We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay Kai. We hope to host you again if you return
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine trip to acadia

This was a great little spot for the 4 of us and the location was perfect for visiting Acadia national Park and surrounding towns. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We loved the location of the cottage...far enough away from the crowds, but very accessible to Acadia & Bar Harbor. The cottage was clean and well supplied. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy

Cozy and good location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint, quiet, equipped and clean

The property was as advertised except it didn’t capture the beauty of the overall property. House was clean, well equipped and in a quiet and beautiful setting. Manager was very responsive and enjoyable to work with. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bass Harbor Stay

We had a wonderful stay. The place is super cute and was as advertised. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place on the quieter side of Acadia

We really enjoyed our time in Acadia - this is a great location for the quieter part of Acadia, which we enjoyed a lot. Loved being able to take the kayaks and rowboat out on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

Great location and immaculately clean. Very much enjoyed walking to the dock everyday to check the tide and kayaking. Peaceful and beautiful area. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay, quieter side of MDI

We had a wonderful time over on the quiet side of MDI. Easy access to Southwest Harbor and Acadia. Easy to get to Bar Harbor but away from the crowds of people. Access to the dock and kayaks was a plus. Greatly enjoyed our stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
So happy to read your review, as it is always heartwarming to read that our guests enjoyed their stay. We hope you will return to our area in future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful tree house

We enjoyed staying and working at the Tree House. We kayaked each morning in Bass Harbor and went on more adventures in the afternoon. Tha location was perfect quiet and accessible to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The tree house was clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couple Getaway

My husband & I loved staying at this treehouse location. It was the perfect size, equipped with all we needed for our stay. It was about 30 min from everything we wanted to do while visiting Acadia. If we hadn’t stayed here, and opted for Bar Harbor, we would never have seen this part of the area. Plus, the kayaks were a fun activity. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Treetop charm

A very charming, bright and cheery space. We enjoyed the quietside location away from the hustle but close enough to Acadia park. The views from the dock were beautiful. We had a relaxing stay. The host was very responsive in helping us with our needs.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family

Very lovely quiet cottage. Only about 25 minutes from Acadia. It was perfect for our family of 4. I would definitely come back! Water craft availability was a nice touch! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay close to Acadia National Park in the quieter part of the island. A lot of nice restaurants close by. Treetop retreat was smaller than we expected but was plenty of room for our party of 4. It is a second story house so you must go up a set of stairs to access the house. Wasn’t bad except for when lugging heavy suitcases and coolers up. The beds were extremely comfortable. Kitchen was equipped with everything we needed on our stay. Having access to the washer & dryer downstairs was a plus. We didn’t get time to enjoy the canoe & kayaks but love that it was an option. Host was very quick to answer questions. Thank you for sharing your vacation rental with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Maine Getaway!

The treehouse is a perfect summer spot. The photos do not do it justice; it is clean and tidy and the kitchen has every tool you could imagine needing (far from classic rental sparseness!). The location was perfect on Acadia's quiet-side, and the dock / kayak access was such a wonderful touch! Though it is a slight walk away from the house; the dock is not connected to the treehouse. Stacy was very responsive to all of our questions, within half an hour. I really have no complaints and would certainly recommend my friends stay here, or we stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, communication
I woke up in the morning and there was no water, no power and no cellular service.. need to leave the place one day earlier and was not offered a refund.. very disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage in the quiet corner of Acadia

This cottage is charming and comfy. It has everything you need, plenty of bedding, kitchen wares, towels, etc. The deck and patio set are great. The trees grew up taking away a potential view of the bay, but the trees do give the treehouse feel and privacy. We used the kayaks, dock, and garden areas quite a lot. The tide is very dramatic and the bay empties out, it will take a day or so to get used to that. The location is tranquil and out of the way, but there are quality restaurants and convenience stores within a mile or two. Just a couple of things, not a complaint, but informative, there is not a dishwasher so pack paper goods if you're staying as a family. Also, there is a long staircase up to the cottage. The steps are fine and there are handrails, but anyone in the party staying there needs to understand that you'll be doing these stairs to come and go, take out the trash, and do laundry, so you'll be doing them often. If we return to Acadia we will definitely consider this cottage again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stacy Just

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Native to Mount Desert Island.

Why they chose this property

Located on the quiet side of the island, yet within 1/2 hour to any location on the island.

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English

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