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Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore

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Aldernest Den (downstairs of the Aldernest Cottage)
Entrance to the Aldernest Den. Parking for two cars is right there.
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Twin bedroom - new beds in 2018 plus dresser and small closet

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore


Along with my husband and family, I invite you to share the beauty of our home and cottages on Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park.

We are located in the coastal village of West Tremont, on the western side of Mount Desert Island. You can get to the parts of the park within 10 minutes and to Bar Harbor in about 30 minutes.

The Aldernest Cottage is adjoining our home overlooking Blue Hill Bay. The rocky shore front of Maine is just a short walk across the lawn. You can have your coffee in the morning sitting on the rocks while you enjoy our private, peaceful setting. In the evening you will enjoy the beautiful sunsets that will probably take your breath away.

The Aldernest Den (downstairs apartment) has two carpeted bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with two twins. There is a dining room/living room area, fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a washer/dryer.

You will find our rates competitive and the setting incomparable. Please come, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of our location while you are visiting Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park.

Additional Details:
Wifi using 200 Mbs Spectrum Cable Modem Connection
High definition television with Roku
Heat and air conditioning provided with reverse cycle heat pump
Parking for two cars

Please Remember:
1) Our Cottage is Pet Free. We have found that many returning tenants are allergic to pets so this is a "firm policy", no exceptions, please.
2) We can accommodate four people comfortably with two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with two twins. We do count children, including infants as part of the occupancy. No exceptions, please.
3) Our Cottage is Smoke Free. No smoking allowed on the premises.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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 # 1610826vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bernard

Located in Bernard, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby.
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Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Seal Cove Pond - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

As of 30 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore on 15 Aug 2026 start from £184, 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 Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Acadia National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Seal Cove Pond and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stay in a beautiful location - we didn't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rian M.

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

Fantastic stay!

Beautiful, wonderfully located property. Thank you, we had a great stay and would return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet, roomy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

taeyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Great get away

Great spot to relax before getting ready before big hikes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. It was a pleasure having you here. I certainly hope you will be able to come back to Mount Desert Island and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean first floor apartment in a very quiet neighborhood a 3 minute walk to an idyllic outcropping overlooking the bay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Long weekend Acadia trip

We really enjoyed our trip to Acadia and the accommodations. It was great to have the kitchen as well as the beach access. Very comfortable cottage for a family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2020
Thank you for staying with us this year. I appreciate that you left the cottage in excellent condition. These certainly are extraordinary days so it is especially nice to know that our guests appreciated our cottage and had a good time here. You certainly are welcome to come and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

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

Quaint and all you need

Couldn’t have been happier with this location - away from the tourism crowds and waterside, for beautiful sunsets. Much thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Wonderful and Quiet Property

Great rental property on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. Super clean and all the amenities necessary for a pleasant stay. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay here. Thank you for leaving the cottage in excellent condition. You certainly are welcome to come and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richarf L.

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

Fall visit with friends to Acadia

We had a very nice stay. It is a longer drive to the park and Bar Harbor from the quiet side of the island but also very peaceful and less crowded. Accommodations were perfect for meeting up with friends from another state to enjoy catching up and sharing a visit to Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Just what the doctor ordered! A quiet place for me to recuperate from surgery while my adult kids did their favorite Acadia hikes. And we finally got to the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, less than 10 minutes away. The house was perfectly appointed, and I especially enjoyed sitting on the adirondack chairs on the rocks overlooking water, a very short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Excellent apartment on the quietside for 4

Very nice owners. Very easy to rent. We were a family of 4 with older teens and this property was perfect for us. Very quiet and peaceful. Loved having laundry on-site.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Great spot!

The apartment was very clean and quiet and in an excellent location right near a lot of entrance points to Acadia. It was only about 20-30 mins to Bar Harbor too! Kathleen was so helpful, incredibly nice and easy to get in contact with. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sigurd S.

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

Cozy cottage

I and my children (ages 12, 18, and 20) had a wonderful stay at the Aldernest Den. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, and convenient to all points in Acadia National Park. Lovely, private grounds, and the 2-minute walk to the stunning rocky shoreline is well worth it. Kathleen was an excellent host. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am so glad you and your children had a wonderful stay here and were able to enjoy all points in Acadia National Park. Walking down to the shore is the perfect way to end the day. You are certainly welcome to come and stay with us again. Kathleen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

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

Amazing Quietside Getaway

Out of all of our places to stay while visiting Acadia, this was by far our favorite. The accommodations and amenities were clean, up to date and well equipped. With a SHORT walk to the private shoreline, it was the perfect place to relax, getaway while still having easy access to everything Acadia has to offer. The only issue we had was the week went by too fast!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

My second stay at Aldernest

I love the location and the space. Last year I stayed here in August with two friends, this year in June with a daughter and granddaughter. We love the trails, the mountains and the ocean. Kathleen is a wonderful host and the trail to the ocean is short and we sat out there at the end of the day. Very clean house and great beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

great location

The location on the "quiet side" of the island and on the ocean was perfect for us. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. The rooms were not big, but perfect for 3 adults, who spent our days hiking and climbing. We ate all breakfasts and several diners there and the washer and dryer were easy to use. Kathleen was great and showed us the basics. I will stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

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

Week in Acadia

My husband and daughter and I came for a week in Acadia. The location was perfect for visiting the park. We booked last minute due to a change in plans. The house had everything we needed and was clean. Loved walking down to the water to catch the sunset after a day of hiking!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Jay and I are always pleased to hear that our guests had a wonderful stay at our cottage. Taking a short walk across the lawn down to the shore after a day of hiking was certainly the perfect way to end the day. We hope you will be able to come back another time. There are many more hikes to conquer.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place.

We enjoyed our stay at Aldernest. 1/2 hr from the downtown Bar Harbor area, so not in the thick of things but not too far away. The cottage was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed. We could have used a few more washcloths and hand towels for a ‘sleeps 4 people’, but we managed. I think the 6 pm check in time and a 9 am check out time is somewhat extreme, but again, we managed. Beautiful seating area down by the water, very quiet, be forewarned, bring bug spray!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2021
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are always disappointed when someone comments about something (in this case towels) that could be so easily resolved during their stay. We reside right here on the property and enjoy the ability to respond very quickly to any need our guests may have. As for the check in and check out times, this is a reflection of our commitment to cleaning thoroughly between guests. We don't have a housekeeping staff...just Kathy, Jay and one helper. We hope our guests can understand our limitations. That said, if you have special needs regarding arrival or departure, we are always happy to provide any flexibility we can given the circumstances of the day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maida H.

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

Perfect little cabin- 100% recommend

We loved our stay at the Aldernest Den. The cabin was easy to find. It is located in a peaceful neighbourhood, and is at a couple minutes walk from the beach. We were travelling with little kids and Kathleen was a very accommodating and gracious host. She was always quick to respond to messages and even came in person at the time of our check in. The cabin decor is beautiful. It was clean and super cozy. It had everything we needed. It is about 45 minutes away from Acadia and less than 10 minutes from Bass harbour lighthouse. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Therese R.

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

Trip to Acadia

The cottage is somewhat tight quarters for 3 adult women. While it met our needs, the bathroom, especially the shower, is a bit small. The beds were all comfortable and there was sufficient closet space. We were very fortunate with great weather and so we spent very little time in the cottage. The living room is not really comfortable for lounging but that was not an issue for us. All points of interest were a reasonable drive — generally 10-40 minutes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claude C.

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

Acadia

Séjour parfait. Nous avons apprécié l'accès au bord de mer en fin de journée. Nous a permis de profiter du Parc National au maximum. Claude
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Nice quiet getaway cottage

We had a great stay and highly recommend the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergio O.

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

Very nice!!!

Very clean property. Beautiful, quiet location. And communication with Kathleen was very good and easy. Especially appreciated being away from the crowds after a full day of hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki E.

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

Quiet Spot

The apartment was very clean and the location was very peaceful. Only a 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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