Lakefront Home With Private Beach Close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor

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A waterfront building with multiple storefronts, including a visible sign for 'The Olde House' and a moose sculpture on the roof.
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A cabin in a forest with a clear path leading to it, surrounded by trees and logs.
A spacious loft-style living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a red sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Waltham, ME
  • Place, Graham Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellsworth City Hall
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Downeast Scenic Railroad
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Grand Theatre and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ellsworth Congregational Church and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Travelling with kids? Consider Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Seacoast Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Waltham, ME

What's nearby

  • Graham Lake - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Ellsworth City Hall - 20 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet - 22 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Downeast Kettle Korn - ‬26 min drive
  • Overeasy
  • Night walk on West Shore

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home With Private Beach Close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lakefront Home With Private Beach Close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home With Private Beach Close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home With Private Beach Close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home With Private Beach Close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Abrams Pond, Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre. Downeast Scenic Railroad and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful space to sit down and just relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
I am so glad to hear you all enjoyed your time at our home - we look forward to welcoming you back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful place, of course I would come back, everything clean, and with a wonderful vibe, our 3 year old daughter loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Thank you so much! We’re so glad to hear you all enjoyed you stay - our 3 year old and 2 year old children love the space as well :) we wanted to make it a family friendly environment for all to enjoy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location

We really enjoyed the location of the house and its setting. It was remote enough to feel like you were in a wilderness paradise, yet close enough to Acadia national Park, where we ventured almost every day. A great place to come home too after a day of hiking and sightseeing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words about our home and property - we are so glad you enjoyed your time in Maine :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and we loved the location,being right on the lake. Josh was the best as far as any communication questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house and location. Owner left the house with all kinds of things we needed like towels and cleaning materials. Highly recommended. Mike Modestino
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and quiet lakefront home

We really loved the setting of the home - enjoyed several dinners out on the deck; took pictures of sunsets; played games together; drove to Acadia for lots of hiking. Thankful for a nice home layout that accommodated our family of 5 very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed our stay at the Sullivan home very much, the beach had an ocean vibe, with spectacular sunsets. The large deck provided us a perfect place to play games and have dinner. The fire pit is a nice touch, and the kitchen was outfitted with everything we needed. The layout of the house was wonderful, providing us with plenty of room for all of us. The bathrooms were clean and efficient. Plenty of towels, and the bedding that was provided was helpful. We kayaked to the nearby island and explored that a little. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting seclusion, we only saw one other person the whole time! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We are so glad to hear you all enjoyed the setting and seclusion our home offers - with everyday amenities just 10-15 min away. Best of both worlds :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Lake House!

We had the lucky opportunity to stay in this lovely ,private lake house in July 2024. The location was ideal, the lake was awesome. The fishermen enjoyed the lake, as well as the kids. A great shallow beach for swimming. The house is new, so everything was pristine. About a 40 minute drive to Acadia/Bar Harbor. The owner was very helpful and quick to answer any questions. We did happen to be there during "the heat wave", so having no air conditioning was our only complication. We would definitely stay there again if ever in Maine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your time in Maine at our home and would love to host you again in the future :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay close to Acadia

We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Joshua’s property! The house was clean, well-maintained, and provided all the comforts we needed for a relaxing getaway. The detailed instructions Joshua provided made our arrival and stay seamless. The location was perfect for exploring the area; we particularly enjoyed hiking Cadillac Summit and Jordan Lake, which offered breathtaking sights. The private beach access was a wonderful bonus, and we had a great time. Joshua’s thoughtful touch of leaving a bottle of red wine for us was much appreciated and added to our enjoyment. Communication was smooth and prompt, and Joshua was always available to answer any questions we had. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience and highly recommend staying at Joshua’s property. Thank you for a wonderful stay, Joshua!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
You are so kind! It sounds like you guys had a great time and I am so glad we were able to help. Our part of the lake is a special place we are so lucky to have and to share with guests :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful!

What a lovely place to stay, it had everything that we needed, plenty of space and beds! The host was very communicative and friendly. Having a huge private beach was amazing! The water is warm and shallow. However the bottom is very squishy, I think because there's a lot of clay, so bring water shoes. Other than that the only other thing I can think of was there did seem to be multiple cameras on the outside of the property. I totally understand why and have no problem with that. However I feel that it should have been mentioned somewhere, but it wasn't. I would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Alexis - I'm so glad to hear your group had such a nice stay at the lake! We appreciate your compliments and kind words about the property - we've worked very hard to provide a great retreat for guests to enjoy :) Regarding the outdoor cameras, we have added them to the description. Outdoor cameras are on site in case of a weather or power emergencies. These are not actively monitored during any guest's stay and they cannot see inside the home :) They are to give us peace of mind as owners, when no one is there and if something were to go wrong.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside Family Vacation

My 3 sisters, daughter and husband and sons, and I stayed at this property in June. From the beginning Josh was very prompt in communicating. The house was very private, with no neighbors in sight. The house was situated about 45 minutes from Bar Harbor, Acadia Natl park, and Bangor. It was clean, large enough for privacy and group gatherings. They had a great selection of games. The boys used the kayaks which were a new addition since booking. We also sat at the fire in the solo fire pit. Knowing we were on the lake in a forest, we knew to bring bug spray, which we did need for the mosquitoes. Grocery store was just 10 minutes away. Considering the solitude you get when staying here, the proximity to everything you need or want was perfect. The boys also enjoyed the video game during down time. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Thank you for the kind words, it sounds like you all had a wonderful stay! We'd love to have you all back as well - be sure to check the calendar as next summer is already filling up fast :)
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Waltham

Josh’s house was beautiful being very new and clean. We really liked the layout and roominess. We felt uncomfortable about all the security cameras/game cameras around the property. It seemed as though many were pointed towards the windows and some windows did not have coverings. We did not use the master shower for this reason. The cameras felt very invasive. We also found the beach and lake hard to use. It was mostly just mud and not swimmable.The yard is not ready to be used and is still a new construction site.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
I am sorry you had concerns about the outdoor cameras. They are noted in the listing and if you had messaged us I would have explained they are there for the safety of the home in case of power/heat loss or fallen trees. None can see inside the home. It is a newly built home in the woods on a lake, there is no grass or yard and we did not include that in the listing. I’m sorry you were expecting that. All pictures accurately show the home and surroundings. It is a wonderful lake, I am sorry you did not enjoy it as much other guests have.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Beautiful view but very secluded location

This property fit all nine of us comfortably (eight adults and one 1yr old). It was right on the lake and has a BEAUTIFUL view. Joshua was an excellent communicator and helped us streamline any bumps we may have experienced during our stay. However, there were a few things that we felt conflicted about. First, the lack of AC really hit due to a heat wave. It was noted in the listing, but it was nearly 90 in the house, so that was tough. Secondly, the house is a hike from Acadia and Bar Harbor. With normal tourist traffic, it was about an hour each way. Finally, there were little things, like the shampoo and conditioner mentioned in the listing were actually tiny travel sized ones, so after one use they were gone. Overall, if I were renting the house to experience quiet seclusion, I would absolutely stay again. However, if you are looking to experience Bar Harbor and Acadia, the travel time to get there definitely cuts into daily plans.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Hi There - Thank you for your kind words about the lake view of our home. Regarding the lack of AC and location of the home, both of these details are included in the property description. We did have record-setting heat hitting 100* for one day which is unprecedented for this area, typically the home is a cool and comfortable 70* with a beautiful breeze coming off the lake. Regarding travel time to Acadia and Bar Harbor, that is typical for this time of year in Downeast Maine. It takes over an hour to get from one side of the park to the other - Route 1 traffic can back up quite a bit, but greater Ellsworth is still an incredibly popular destination for visitors looking to be in close proximity to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Our home appeals to guests looking to experience those attractions while also enjoying a lakeside retreat for the best of both worlds.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect family vacation spot

This house was the perfect set up for two families. We loved watching the sunsets on the lake. There is a nice solo stove on the deck for bonfires. They have a blackstone which was perfect for a couple of our dinners. The host reaponded very quickly to our questions. We visited Acadia a couple times and Bar Harbor (maybe save Bar Harbor for a weekday) which was about a 45 minute drive. Went to Stonington and kayaked around the islands. We did get passes for the sunrise on Cadillac Mountain but the weather was terrible and we couldn’t see the sunrise since the fog was so bad. We were bummed about that! Great restaurant options in Ellsworth. We had dinner at Union River Lobster Pot and breakfast at Riverside Cafe. Lots of great seafood options on the way to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The only negative thing I would say about our stay was the house does not have AC and some of the days/nights got a little warm.They do have box fans in all the rooms so we took advantage of those. Would definitely visit Maine again and stay at this spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Tranquil Retreat in the Maine Woods: A Family Reunion by the Lake”

Our family reunion at “Joshua Property” in the ancient woods of Maine was nothing short of magical. Nestled among towering pines, this secluded haven offered a view that stretched over graham lake—a canvas of tranquility. From the moment we arrived, our host’s thoughtful gesture awaited us: a bottle of wine on the table. Its warmth mirrored the embrace of the forest around us. As the sun dipped below the horizon, we gathered around the solar stove, flames dancing, stories intertwining. Our three families—my wife and I, along with her two sisters’ families—laughed, reminisced, and reveled in each other’s company. The scent of pine mingled with shared memories, and the lake whispered its secrets. From sunrise to sunset, we found solace in the ancient woods. The fire crackled, casting shadows on our faces—the flicker of flames echoing the bonds we rekindled. And as the stars emerged, we traced constellations, connecting our lives to the vastness of the universe. “Joshua Property” became more than a house; it became our sanctuary—a place where laughter echoed through the trees, where stories were etched into the very fabric of the forest. We left with hearts full, knowing that this tranquil retreat would forever hold a special place in our family’s story.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your review - we’ve done our best to create a space for folks to unwind and relax with friends and family. We are so glad your group had such a memorable experience :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this lake house. We loved the easy access to the lake. My family enjoyed swimming in the lake (it was shallow enough for my younger kids to enjoy as well) and using the kayaks. The house was clean and the owner was easy to communicate with. We had such a relaxing time and would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would stay again. The property is better than I expected. It is secluded and very private. The kayaks were a plus. The fishing was good. Water on lake was warm. We brought floats and had an exceptional time. Joshua was very prompt with communicating with me and attentive to any needs. Acadia is a must see place. Definitely book this place if given the opportunity.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Graham Lake, this property was amazing and location was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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