Located in Trenton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. 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. Seacoast Fun Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show - 12 min drive - 15.1 km
Garland Farm - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Shell - 12 min drive
Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 14 min drive
Island Take Out - 6 min drive
The Original Travelin' Lobster - 8 min drive
Gateway Lobster Pound - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia?
As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia on 22 Aug 2027 start from £3,221, 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 Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shorefront, spacious,fireplace,beach BEAUTIFUL Views of MDI and Acadia located?
Located in Trenton, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Acadia National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kisma Preserve and Atlantic Brewing Company. Indian Point Trailhead and Trenton Health Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing home with great views and location. House was very clean and well equipped with most everything you could need. We would definitely stay here again.
Lovely home on the water with a rock beach nice for walks. Well decorated with art. Perfect for 2 or 3 couples as each bedroom is on a separate floor with their own full baths. It was supplied well. We enjoyed fires in the outdoor firepit two nights. Lots of stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2026
Gary,
Thank you this lovely review and high rating. We appreciate your kind words and enjoyed hosting your group.
Warm regards,
Marla
On behalf of the owners and our rental team
Beautiful view - lovely premises - loved the walk along the beach - close to everything of interest. The home is very warm and inviting. Had a wonderful sun filled stay in Bar Harbor.
Amazing ocean front property! **A note that the basement suite is an additional charge to book.**The art in the home and the views from living room and BOTH primary bedrooms were phenomenal. Beds were so comfy, plenty of closet space for each bedroom and every gadget you could ever need in the kitchen. Two sets of washer/dryers. This home is clearly very loved by all the details that are attended to. 23 easy minutes to Bar Harbor and 20 to Ellsworth made everything feel close but not too close. Eagle and seal sitings every day and the lawn was beautifully kept. I can’t say enough great things about how beautiful and comfortable this property was.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2026
Kara,
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We are absolutely thrilled that you enjoyed the phenomenal views, the cozy beds, and those magical eagle and seal sightings. It sounds like you truly made the most of your visit and enjoyed easy access to Bar Harbor and Ellsworth.
A quick note for future guests: Thank you for highlighting the basement suite detail! We offer this suite as an optional, separate add-on so we can keep the main house pricing more flexible and budget-friendly for smaller groups.
It was an absolute pleasure hosting you. We would love to welcome you back the next time you are looking for a peaceful getaway!
Kindest regards,
Marla, on behalf of the property owners and rental team.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jennifer D.
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Very nice view of the water and very quiet and private. Just a bit too remote.
This house was absolutely amazing! You could tell the owners care very much about the property and the guests that stay there. The views over to Acadia were an added bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you for leaving this wonderful 5 star review! We appreciate your kind comments and agree that the owners work very hard to create an enjoyable experience for their guests.
Regards,
Marla J.
The Knowles Company
Sea Gypsy was the perfect location for our family trip to Maine. It is just a short drive away from Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and more. The house has everything you could possibly need and is in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood.
We were two couples here on our first trip, exploring Maine. This home exceeded our expectations! The main and upper floors were perfect for two couples. Views from every window. Plenty of room to spread out and visit. Great kitchen for cooking our meals. And the artwork was absolutely lovely! We would definitely stay here again!
This has been one of our favorite properties that we have stayed at. We had a lot of plans for our trip but found ourselves wanting to just hang around the house! There was plenty of room for all of us and everything was spotless. This location is perfect for heading into Acadia. The view is great from the house and the access to the beach was great! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Hi Katherine,
Thank you so much for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed Sea Gypsy and would consider returning.
Warm regards,
Marla
The Knowles Company
Everything met and exceeded our expectations. The home is beautiful and the furnishings were second to none. Extremely pleased with this rental. Highly recommended, we hope to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2022
Hi Gary,
Thank you for this wonderful review of Sea Gypsy. We are pleased to hear that everything met and exceeded your expectations.
We hope you come back!
Best,
Marla J.
The Knowles Company
One of the nicest overall VRBOs I've stayed in. Good location and a clean, well stocked home. My only suggestions would be to get an air conditioner for the main room (bedrooms have ac).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2024
Christian,
Thank you for your feedback and wonderful 5 star review!
We hope you will be back soon.
Kind regards,
Marla
Great time in Maine and a wonderful stay at the Sea Gypsy! Exactly as listed and everything you could ever need was supplied, the most well stocked VRBO I have ever stayed at! Comfortable home with beautiful views. Close to all activities but far from noise and crowds. Beautiful sunrise views. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2024
Thank you for sharing this WONDERFUL review and rating of Sea Gypsy. We appreciate the feedback.
Kind regards ,
Marla
The Knowles Company
What a perfect location for exploring MDI and Downeast Maine. Beautiful views and a private beach with warm calm waters. Our kids loved having their own space to hangout after the day’s adventures. The kitchen has everything you need and the patio table and dining room are lovely places to enjoy a meal after a day of exploring.
The home is really close to route 3 and Ellsworth so exploring the greater Downeast area was really easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Thank you for leaving this WONDERFUL review for Sea Gypsy, Mary! It sounds like great memories were made by all.
Best,
Marla J.
The house was well stocked with all the essentials such as paper goods, etc. The kitchen is a cook’s dream. The scenery is beautiful out of the dinning room area. The house is located in quiet and pleasant environment. I. Addition the house is conveniently located to all types of activities such as hiking, restaurants, winery, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2023
Debra,
We appreciate the wonderful feedback and are delighted to hear that the kitchen is a cook's dream!
Kind regards,
Marla
The Knowles Company
We thoroughly enjoyed staying here ! The ocean views were spectacular. Waking up to seeing eagles flying overhead was so peaceful. The home was fully stocked with all the kitchen gadgets needed! The home decor so unique. Everywhere you looked there was a new piece of artwork to admire. Thanks for putting so much thought into making your home so comfortable! We had a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Hi Jennifer,
Thank you for your lovely review of Sea Gypsy ! We hope you return again soon to enjoy the peaceful location and spectacular ocean views.
Best,
Marla
The views alone are worth the stay. So many plusses! The house has so many wonderful things to look at in it that its entertaining. The kitchen is wonderful for any cook. A very quiet "lane". The ocean is calling you here, for a walk on the rocky beach or just sitting outside/inside doesn't matter because its so relaxing just gazing at the water no matter where you are. The moon and the sun come up where you can see "everything". You won't want to leave even though the location is such that Bar Harbor or Acadia or Southwest Harbor are all just a short drive away. This is one of our favorite rents and we have rented many. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
Thank you for sharing your review of Sea Gypsy, Rachel.
Kind regards,
Marla J.
The Knowles Company
Verified review
6/10 Okay
richard i.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The view was spectacular. The outside was great. We had an issue with closet space. On the 1st floor there were only 2 bedroom drawers. My husband had to live out of a suitcase. Also there was no closet to hang clothes. The kitchen had very little empty closet space and the downstairs had no dressers or closet. Also one of the reasons I took this place was a review that said it was great on the first floor for a handicapped person. The bed was very difficult to get into. You had to climb up removable steps to get into. The bed was very comfortable once you got in it.
We thoroughly enjoyed our 1 week stay at this comfortable home. Everything was in order and very well-appointed. The kitchen had all the equipment we could possibly need and the host provided easily-findable appliance instructions. We especially appreciated the restaurant recommendations (the Travelin’ Lobster was the best!) The view across the bay to Acadia National Park was spectacular, and we enjoyed watching the sunrises/sunsets and the changing tide out the back picture windows. The home is in a quiet area, but just 15 minutes from town and good restaurants, and near all the outdoor activities we wanted to do.
Highlights of our stay were hiking various trails in Acadia (get a good trail map from the visitor center), the view from the top of Cadillac Mountain, watching a young porpoise surf the incoming tide near Frazer point on the Schoodic peninsula and a trip to Quoddy Head State Park which is the easternmost point of land in the US. And then coming back to relax at the house to watch the sunset. We even learned to play dominoes from the available games.
We would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Diane,
The owners and I are so grateful that you took the time to share this WONDERFUL review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the spectacular views, found the home to be well-equipped, comfortable and made great memories with your family!
Kind regards,
Marla
A clean, spacious, well appointed property nestled in a wooded, secluded area. This property provides a spacious family gathering room that overlooks the water, known as “The Narrows”.
It offers amenities and comforts not often afforded by similar listings.
The kuerig coffee system was a plus, along with the variety of owner supplied k-cups. Every morning we observed harbor seals, eagles, humming birds and hawks just outside the family room windows.
We kayaked the bay as it is well protected from the occasional winds.
This is a well connected small country neighborhood and the neighbors are delightful. One of our favorite vacation rentals.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Thomas,
Thank you for your kind words. We agree that this is a very special property in a unique location. The owner has taken many steps to add thoughtful perks for her guests to enjoy!!
All the best,
Marla
The Knowles Company
Property was beyond expectations. Super clean, comfortable, well decorated, great view! Can't say enough good things about Sea Gypsy. It is in a very quiet area-only noise is from occasional airplane and the birds. Kitchen has every tool/cooking item you can think of. Beds were comfortable. Slept with the windows and doors open (all have screens, even the regular doors have retractable ones). Basic necessities in the house-tea, sugar, coffee filters, salt/pepper.
House has many interesting details and decorations. It is the best VRBO I've stayed in.
Son loved having the downstairs bedroom/bath/sitting room to himself. My mother loved the bedroom on the main floor-only 4 steps up for her.
House has many interesting details and decorations. It is the best VRBO I've stayed in.
Just a note-it is not in Bar Harbor or on Mount Desert Island, It is 24 minutes from Bar Harbor but just a short (less than 10 minutes) drive to restaurants and grocery store in Trenton. This was not an issue to us since we were out exploring during the day. Sugar Bakery had great muffins and blueberry desserts (5 minutes). The Chart Room was also great (17 minutes).
Stairs down to the beach are very steep and there is a ramp at the very bottom. Huge rocky beach to explore at low tide.