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Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞

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A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, and a kitchen area with shelves.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a green bag hanging on the wall, and a clock on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 6 guests, this vacation home features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It includes 2 separate living rooms for relaxation. Enjoy the patio for outdoor gatherings. Explore attractions like Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse nearby.

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞

Enjoy your stay at Acadia to its fullest with all that Cattail Cottage has to offer! The peaceful location is also one of the most convenient for reaching all the best of Acadia NP. This newly renovated, handcrafted, 1 bdrm/1 bath home sits on its own wooded lot, just minutes from Bass Harbor Headlight, Seawall, Wonderland, and Ship Harbor Beaches and trails. Smell the salt air and wake up in MDI's biggest Lobster Harbor. Fresh seafood, sunsets, lobster boat tours, trails and beaches all right here. The property offers a spacious Lawn, outdoor grill and fire-pit! Inside you'll love the hardwood floors, and full kitchen. Master bedroom as well as 2 sofa beds makes a total of 3 separate sleeping areas for up to 6 people.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4056704vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bass Harbor

Bass Harbor is home to this holiday home. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting.
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Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 6 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞?

As of 1 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞 on 16 Sept 2026 start from £1,469, 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 Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful private location, cottage @Acadia NP, Lighthouse, Beaches, Seafood🦞 located?

Situated in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Your host

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I am an owner/ host proud to offer my own property. I grew up here on Mount Desert Island and I work as a small boat captain.

Why they chose this property

There is so much to love about this location and neighborhoood. Quiet and peaceful and easy access to the more savory, less over-run parts of Acadia NP.

What makes this property unique

Hardwood floor, lots of sun. Custom handcrafted and recently modeled interior.
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