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Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a gray sofa, striped armchairs, and a wooden coffee table.
A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in appliances, and ample natural light from large windows.
A deck with a view of a lake, surrounded by trees.
A house with a dock extending into a river, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Panoramic mountain views

    Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
  • A quiet escape

    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Donnell Pond
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • Place, Donnell Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay in the Heart of Down East Maine.

Welcome to Donnell Pond House, our lakefront paradise on Donnell Pond, one of the best lakes in the State of Maine! Our 4 bedroom/ 3 bathroom brand new house is the perfect home base for your visit to the Acadia National Park region of Down East Maine. Located just a short distance from Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park. You will have everything you need within reach.
Unwind and relax at our stunning all new construction house on the magnificent Donnell Pond. Drive down the private road to our lakeside paradise, perfect for family and friend getaways. Take in the sights of Donnell Pond and enjoy all that Down East Maine and the surrounding area has to offer including Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Relaxation and adventure await.

Enjoy our open concept main floor complete with a dining room, eat-in kitchen, brand new appliances including an ice maker and laundry room. The living room features a gas fireplace for cool Maine nights. Gaze out the surrounding windows as the lake comes to life. Guests may stay on the main floor bedroom with full bath surrounded by woods and custom landscaping. Upstairs you will find two full bedrooms with lake views and one bunk room for the kids. Our loft offers a quaint space for the kids to play board games or wind down with a nice book equipped with a pull-out love seat. Our 3 full baths are complete with heated floors. Stay connected with Starlink high-speed internet and Wi-Fi and Smart TVs in the bedrooms and living room.

Continue the party outside, relaxing on lawn Adirondack chairs and beach loungers, barbequing on our Weber grill and making smores while stargazing around the fire pit. Wade in the crystal-clear water of the lake and fish off of our private 20 foot dock.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please make sure the lids to the outdoor garbage pails are closed tight

If you used any games please put all pcs to games back in original boxes

Please fill out our guest book and suggestion book so we know how we can improve The Donnell Pond House

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Swim at your own risk. We recommend you do not swim in the lake unless you are a capable swimmer.

No vaping or smoking of any kind of cannabis. A $1000 cleaning fee will be charged if the house has to be cleaned.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3610308vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tidal Falls and Lamoine State Park. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Donnell Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 35 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 48 min drive - 63.9 km
  • Village Green - 53 min drive - 69.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 53 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Cheesecakes - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪182 Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪maine coast sea vegetables - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park on 18 Sept 2026 start from £1,600, 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 Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Luxury The Donnell Pond House near Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Donnell Pond and within 6 mi (10 km) of Spring River Lake and Georges Pond. Flanders Pond and Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Joseph DiDominica

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We are from Long Island NY but live a good portion of the year in Maine.

Why they chose this property

We have had a family home in this area of Maine for decades. We also have a Christmas Tree Farm only a mile from the house.

What makes this property unique

Our property is located on one of the BEST lakes in the entire state of Maine and only a short distance from Acadia National Park. The house is also brand new and has all the modern amenities.

Languages:

English

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