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Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views!

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A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a window with a white curtain, a rocking chair, a table with a lamp, and a small heater.
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A cozy cabin kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a window overlooking greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • Place, Georges Pond
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Donnell Pond
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Abrams Pond
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views!

Enjoy the peaceful setting overlooking picturesque George's Pond in quiet Franklin, Maine. Franklin is conveniently located half way between the Mt Desert Island and Schoodic sections of Acadia National Park (apporx 45 minutes to each).
Rental includes use of entire A-frame cabin which is next door to owner's residence and shares a common driveway.

Loft sleeping area is accessed via a "ladder style stairway".

Lots of open ground around the cabin for games and relaxing. Shared camp fire pit overlooking lake is great for star gazing on a clear night. Fish, swim or boat in the lake or simply enjoy the views. Fine dining, entertainment, shopping, whale watching, hiking, biking, and site-seeing are only a short distance away.

NOTES: Water is not potable. Water is fine for showers, washing dishes, etc. Owners provide 2 gallons of drinking water per guest, per stay. Guests are asked to bring additional bottled, as needed. Fireplace is decorative only. There are space heaters and fans in the cabin.

Includes 3 kayaks and canoe, rented for additional charge per stay.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Property # 12540vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Sullivan Harbor Farm and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Acadia National Park and Tidal Falls. Prayer Labyrith and Downeast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Georges Pond - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Great Pond - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Donnell Pond - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Abrams Pond - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Sullivan Harbor Farm - 10 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪YU Take Out - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ruth & Wimpy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Black Sheep - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ironbound Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪K & D's Whiskey River - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views!?

As of 23 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views! on 11 Sept 2026 start from £376, 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 at Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Acadia Park Region - Quiet Lakeside Cabin, Great Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Great Pond and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Georges Pond. Donnell Pond and Black Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jim

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Have been coming to beautiful George's Pond for over 30 years.
It is the best of all worlds: close to all that the Acadia Park has to offer, (both Mt Desert Island and Schoodic), quiet rural area, quiet pond in lovely setting.

Why they chose this property

Perfect place to relax and unwind!

What makes this property unique

Convenient to all that Downeast Maine has to offer but off the beaten path.

Languages:

English

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