This vacation home accommodates 12 guests with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy nearby water sports, game walks, and fishing, while exploring attractions like the Naturalist's Notebook and Carriage Roads. The stay is pet-friendly, welcoming families seeking adventure.
Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Arcade/game room
Barbecue grill
Patio
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Pet-friendly
Explore the area
Seal Harbor, ME
Carriage Roads
Place, Carriage Roads
19 min walk
Acadia National Park
Place, Acadia National Park
3 min drive
Jordan Pond
Place, Jordan Pond
5 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
27 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
4 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Main Hall Bath Upstairs
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House
Step out your back door into Acadia National Park
This is the rare Mount Desert home with a private trail connecting directly to the National Park's carriage road system — bike, run, or walk straight into Acadia without ever touching a car. Perfectly positioned between the quiet luxury of Seal Harbor and the rugged charm of Acadia National Park, you're just 10 minutes from Jordan Pond House and Acadia's main attractions and only 13 minutes to Bar Harbor. Seal Harbor beach is located just a mile away where you can enjoy the best sand beach on Mound Desert Island, perfect for sea glass hunting, paddleboarding, swimming, or enjoying a beverage while you watch the sunset.
Spread out in comfort: The large great room features a beautiful wood paneled vaulted ceiling and quiet views into Acadia National Park. Unwind by the fireplace or stay cool with full AC (a rare find on the island). Challenge the family in the basement game room or give the kids their own movie night on the large screen tv. The dining room has seating for12, plus more seating at the large kitchen island. The kitchen is designed for cooking and has lots of space for multiple cooks to work together. We have outfitted the kitchen with all the essentials! If you don't want to spend your time eating indoors, take advantage of the large grill and enjoy dinner on the large deck looking into the park. The front porch is the perfect spot for a quiet cup of coffee or listening to the ocean during a storm.
A first floor full bath and queen bedroom offer a step free option. All our mattresses are new and high end, ensuring you will enjoy a great night’s sleep to recharge for your next adventure. We have extra bedding to ensure you are comfortable all year.
Whether you're here to hike, bike, or just relax within earshot of the park, Carriage Road Cottage puts you closer to Acadia than almost anywhere else on the island. Enjoy the perfect location away from it all with easy access to the highlights of Mount Desert Island.
Seal Harbor is the secret gem of Mount Desert Island, located just a quick drive to Bar Harbor, but well outside the hustle and bustle so you can escape from it all. This home is as close as you can stay to the park without camping! The great room looks back into the serene woods of Acadia and you can enjoy our private trail that takes you right to the Carriage Trail system. You can walk, ride or run to the famous Jordan Pond House and never have to fight for parking! It is also a short walk to shops in Seal Harbor, The Lighthouse restaurant and Seal Harbor Beach. Northeast Harbor is also a short drive away where you can find more quaint shops and restaurants. Seal Harbor has a stop on the Island Explorer Route for convenient access during peak season. Our home also has a Level 2 EV charger available for guest use for a small additional fee.
Pets will be considered. Please reach out to discuss with us before booking.
We supply the following items for your stay
Laundry Detergent
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Tissues
Dishwasher Pods
Dish Soap
Hand soap
Bar soap in showers
Shampoo
Conditioner
Coffee filters
Some basic cooking spices
Beach towels
Beach chairs
Please Note: Guests are required to sign a separate rental agreement within [48 hours] of booking. A copy of this agreement will be sent to you via email or messaging upon booking confirmation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pet must be pre-approved by host prior to booking.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is absolutely no smoking or vaping on or in the property.
Pets will be considered on a case by case basis. Please message us for details BEFORE booking.
Pets may not be left unattended at the house unless they are crated. Pets are not allowed on the furniture under any circumstances.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3969745vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Seal Harbor
Located in Seal Harbor, this holiday home is on a lake. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 22.3 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House - 3 min drive
The Salty Fisherman
Choco-Latte - 14 min drive
Bar Harbor Lobster Co - 13 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 28 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House?
As of 1 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House on 3 Apr 2027 start from £2,592, 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 Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Acadia Carriage Rd Access Walk to Jordan Pond House located?
This family-friendly Seal Harbor holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Naturalist's Notebook and Carriage Roads. Acadia National Park is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great house, very well equipped as a rental. Very professional and responsive host. The house is new, so everything works and is great for a large family. I recommend this house and host. East access to Seal Harbor and surrounding areas.
The house was simply perfect...brand new, high quality construction. The beds, furniture were extremely comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. The location was perfect...backing to the carriage roads and Acadia, yet very private. I can't recommend this rental more highly!
Excellent kitchen facilities, and excellent group spaces… Really enjoyable to all be able to sit together in the living room and I’ll eat together at the dining table. We also loved being able to hike directly into the park from the back of the property.
Amy and her family were a pleasure to host. We would welcome them back any time!
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Maureen F.
1 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, Perfect location, Clean, Well-stockedbut..Safety issues: The smoke detector from 1 bedroom had been removed, and the electrical connector was dangling from the ceiling when we arrived. When I reported this issue, host texted that it had already been reported to her by the cleaners prior to our arrival. No one came to fix it. Also the front door deadbolt was broken - which I photographed and reported to the host. It didn't retract to allow the door to close. Silver metal tape shows there was an attempt at a temporary workaround. I requested a repair.I was told a handyman would fix both things. The timeline kept changing, and no one came. I was told a locksmith would come if the handyman couldn't fix it. It didn't happen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
We feel sorry for anyone that could stay in such a beautiful place and allow their trip to be ruined by a deadbolt and a missing smoke detector!
This guest did not understand our pet policy or cancellation policy prior to booking and reluctantly kept her booking when she learned she would not get a full refund. We believe this to be a retaliatory review.
Two days after her arrival, the guest reported a missing smoke detector. We did not know a previous guest had removed it. We ordered a replacement immediately. There was no safety issue, as there was a another detector just outside the room. VRBO investigated her complaint and also found there was no safety issue. One of the best things about our area is that is remote, which means deliveries can take days to arrive and the smoke detector did not arrive until two days prior to the guest's checkout. This unfortunately meant that our handyman could not replace it until the day of her checkout.
The guest reported she had difficulty with the deadbolt but acknowledged other members of her party were able to use it. Our handyman investigated the deadbolt and determined the issue was "user error". There was a lock on the door handle so the door could be locked even without using the deadbolt. VRBO also investigated her report and found there was no safety issue. We do not know why a small strip of tape had been placed on the lock but it was removed and the deadbolt is working properly.
We would not rent to her again.
We visited with three families each with a child under five. The house was extremely well equipped with high chairs, pack and plays, children's games and best of all, a basement where the kids could go be kids and adults could get a little quiet. The house is in a great location to the park, easy to get carriage trails, hikes and a short walk to seal harbor. Would definitely stay again.
If you are looking for a great location to Jordon pond and Arcadia with a large group this home is perfect! Hiking can start right out the back door as it did for our son who hiked Penobscot with pemetic. Our 6 year old Grandson really enjoyed our after dinner visits to Seal Harbor beach, great tide pools. We walked there and someone would drive the van and park to take us back. We all all enjoyed our dinner at the light house inn and restraunt very walkable. We never needed to use the basement or TVs we had an almost perfect 10 weather week for outdoor hiking and exploring. Jen was very reachable with any questions we had.
Perfect location - wish we'd booked for longer than 4 nights
The property was beautiful, brand new. It's very close to Bar Harbor, super convenient. Had fun playing ping pong and corn hole in the basement. Property has 3 bathrooms, but only the master has a connected bath. The downstairs bath was next to the room with the murphy bed, which wasn't ideal. FYI, for those of you flying in, there is NO shampoo, laundry detergent, or Keurig cups, so you must stop at the grocery. We loved our stay, and if we'd stayed longer, we would have walked more on the carriage road (or rented bikes). The carriage roads were very peaceful. The front porch has 3 rocking chairs (a great place for a cup of coffee in the morning. We would stay here again absolutely!
We just got back from our annual family vacation. The house was wonderful for 11 of us. Everything is well stocked - towels, bedding and kitchen supplies. We were happy to find an assortment of spices, oil etc which is not always the case at other rentals. The beds were comfortable. Kids loved the basement for playing and the great assortment of games. I’m a clean freak and the house was spotless upon arrival. Jen and Brian were super responsive when I txted we had no power. ( It was a neighborhood outage.). They followed up with info and checked in to be sure we had power back on. All the pics online are accurate and recent. The home is new. The access to the carriage trails makes this so worthwhile. The day we drove into Acadia to do the Jordan Trail we couldn’t find parking and ended up walking as far as if we had gone (walked) from the house. The area is stupendous. Read the guide they send to you. Chock full of good info. We learned the hard way not using the Acadia map they recommended and got lost. Acadia Park maps are poor. We all loved this trip and house! Thanks Jen and Brian!
This house is amazing. It took us thirteen years to get back to Maine after our honeymoon and this house was the perfect way to do it. The house is immaculate and super comfortable with lots of board games and blankets to make it even more cozy. You can walk to the beach and relax on the covered front porch. We booked way in advance and Jen, the host, was extremely responsive and helpful to all of our questions. She also had great tips for places to stop on our way up the coast. We cannot wait to come back here and only wish it was closer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer Tamedl
Why they chose this property
Perfectly positioned between the quiet luxury of Seal Harbor and the rugged beauty of Acadia, this is basecamp for a true Maine outdoor getaway.
What makes this property unique
Pets will be considered with a paid pet fee (contact owner) and if they abide by the following rules:
No pets on furniture or beds at any time
Pets may not be left unattended at the house unless they are crated
Pet waste must be picked up, bagged, and placed in a trash bin daily.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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