Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit

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A grassy outdoor area with a fire pit, a bench, and a view of a lake and forest.
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the front door.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and lamps. There is a kitchen in the background with a microwave and cabinets.
A living room with a sofa, a recliner, a coffee table, a ship's wheel, and a window with blinds.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table with a lamp, a television, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Prospect Harbor, ME
  • Place, Schoodic Peninsula
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapter Two Art Gallery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Grindstone Neck Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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PRIVATE OCEANFRONT RETREAT - LARGE DECK, PANORAMIC VIEWS, MINUTES FROM ACADIA
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  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
PRIVATE OCEANFRONT RETREAT - LARGE DECK, PANORAMIC VIEWS, MINUTES FROM ACADIA

About the area

Prospect Harbor

Located in Prospect Harbor, this cottage is 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's Visitors Center and Cadillac Mountain. Prayer Labyrith and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Prospect Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Schoodic Peninsula - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Chapter Two Art Gallery - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Schoodic Point - 22 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bunkers Seafood And Spirits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Downeaster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chase's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Treehouse Seaside Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit located?

Nestled on the beach, this Prospect Harbor cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Schoodic Peninsula, Grindstone Neck Golf Course and Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North. Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center and Chapter Two Art Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to spend time on the quiet side of Acadia. Everything was perfect from the nice welcome basket to the beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the quiet side of Acadia, the welcome basket, and those beautiful views. It sounds like it was a perfect stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views from a great location. Cant wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2026
Casey thank you for your great review. Our door will be open for you, see you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice comfortable and a Beautiful home. We enjoyed. 1 thing the steps were many to go up and down to leave or go outside. Outside pictures look like it’s goes right in the door to the main area but us seniors it was difficult. Overall we got more exercise, we were ok helping each other. Loved the balcony & fire pit. Very nice VRBO .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you found the home comfortable and beautiful, and that you enjoyed the balcony and fire pit. We appreciate you sharing your experience with the stairs too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location, nice views, close to Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place - beautiful views, spotless and designed to make you feel the airy-ness of the place. Couldn’t have asked for nicer place and hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Diane,Thank you for your great review! Glad you liked our place. See you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was super clean and had everything you would need to enjoy your stay. Enjoyed the view of the harbor from the deck and relaxing out by the fire pit in the afternoon. The hosts were very friendly and kind but also unobtrusive. Would definitely recommend and book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Eric,Thank you for your wonderful review. I especially liked that you said we are unobtrusive! Surly when people look at the pictures they see it is beside our home. It is your vacation, not to be pestered by the owner. The cleanliness is my priority. We take pride it our rental, wanting to offer the very best to our guests for their enjoyment. Thanks again! See you next time.Debby and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prospect Harbor

Had a wonderful time. Beautiful place & location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect home away from home!

Our stay at Tranquil Retreat was delightfull. The Cottage was well equipped and nicely decorated. It was private and very tranquil setting. The owners, Debbie and John were helpfull and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for you great review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. See you next time!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Will return. This is our 2nd stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2023
From the guest: "Will return. This is our 2nd stay"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This was such a great little getaway!

Lovely property and sweet owners! We felt right at home. We got to see the moonlight over the ocean watching the tide come in over the rocks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful property in a forested quiet area and the charming cottage is really nicely designed, decorated, and appointed. Our hosts were just as wonderful! The quiet roads through the forest gave us endless walks with frequent views of inlets and lakes, and occasional interactions with friendly and interesting local people. Acadia Ntl park is an easy drive away and it is amazing. We loved so many things about this property and area and we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Response from Waterfront Prospect Harbor Cottage: Yard, Fire Pit on 24 Oct 2025
Thank you Pamela for the amazing review. You captured everything perfectly. See you next time! Debby and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing honeymoon

My Husband and I spent our honeymoon at this wonderfully peaceful property. The accommodations were excellent and the place very clean and charming. A bit of a drive from Acadia, but worth it for the peace and quiet right on the water. We’d love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2022
Hi Rachel, thank you for taking the time to leave your review! The homeowner has asked us to pass along the following message: - "Rachel,The best of luck on your life together. Thank you for choosing our Tranquil Retreat for your honeymoon. Glad you enjoyed your stay! - Debby"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Coastal Maine Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful cottage in Prospect Harbor. It was equipped with everything we might need and more. The owner was so helpful and quick to respond to any questions we had. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2023
From the owner: "Thank you Darlene for your kind words. See you next time."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay

We were very pleased with our decision to book here. John and Debbie were on excellent hosts. The property is located in an attractive area with short duration access to many of the attractions that drew us to the area. The property was very clean and great for a stay. With an oceanside view and a nice area to sit by the water, it really was a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. The apartment has been well cared for and offers all of the amenities for a fabulous stay. We were greated with a very much appreciated goodie basket of snacks and a kind welcome message from the owner. This was welcome as we arrived after driving many hours that day.Communication with the owner was excellent. The location is near the Schoodic Peninsula which is a wonderful area to explore. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Beverly, I cannot thank you enough for your kind words! We take pride in our rental, and want to offer the best to our guests to optimize their vacation experience. We welcome you back in the future, the door is always open!Debby and John
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tranquil Retreat, indeed!

This was one of the loveliest vacation rentals I’ve had. The views are incredible, the space has lots of little touches as well as being stocked with everything needed. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would love to come back soon! Thank you, Debby and John!
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
From the owner: "Joan, Thank you for your wonderful review . We take pride in our property and we enjoy sharing it with all. See you next time."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Cottage

Location was beautiful. Cottage was outstanding. Make sure to take advantage of sitting by the shore. Communications with Debby was quick and easy.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2022
From the owner: "Thank you, Allen, we are very happy you enjoyed our cottage! We hope to host you again!!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat

This was the perfect place for my husband and I to escape after a stressful few months. It was quiet, charming, peaceful and close enough to Acadia and to Bar Harbor to be able to do everything we wanted to do. Debby and John were also fantastic and left us with a basket of goodies and great suggestions of things to do in the area. It was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2022
From the owner: "Desiree, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the kind review."
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome vacation

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The accommodations were beautiful and very comfortable, and the view from the property is gorgeous and peaceful. We enjoyed sitting by the water and lying in the nearby hammock. We loved hiking and watching the waves at Schoodic Point, which is very close to the property. We also took several trips to the Mt. Desert Island portion of Acadia National park, which was approximately an hour's drive away. Fantastic vacation, highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
We are glad you had an awesome vacation while staying at our tranquil retreat. Please consider us if you vacation in our area in Maine again! Till then be safe and be well. Sincerely, Debby and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As Advertised

It was great. As advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birch harbor paradise

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Debbie & John’s property in birch harbor. The home was immaculate, property was fantastic, and the stars at night were amazing. We enjoyed watching the lobster boats while we were sitting around the fire pit. We were also just a short 8 minute drive from Schoodic Acadia. Debbie & John were great hosts. They gave you privacy but we’re also fun to talk to. Their home offered us a perfect vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2023
From the owner: "Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your time."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

I cannot say enough good things about this beautiful waterfront property. It is perfect for a couple's escape. We were looking to be away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, and this stay fit that. The kitchen was gorgeous and had everything I needed to cook. The balcony was a peaceful place to eat dinner while listening to the waves. The hosts communicates quickly but also gave all the privacy we craved. If I'm ever back in Maine, I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
From the Owner: "Melissa, thank you for your wonderful review. We put everything into the home that we would want to share with our guests. When we first moved to Maine, we thought of moving to Bar Harbor, but we chose Prospect Harbor because it was quiet and more relaxing. I’m glad you see my home for what it really is a place to unwind and relax. See you next time"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What a wonderful place!

We spent 10 days in this lovely, quiet place. The cottage is beautifully made and outfitted. It feels spacious, and the artwork, furniture, and kitchen equipment, and bathroom supplies are all very nice. It has everything needed to live comfortably and really relax. The views out every window are pretty and the balcony overlooking the lovely yard, trees, and ocean was the best place to sit and enjoy coffee, or the moon. The quiet roads in this area offer long walks through forest with frequent views of ocean, inlet, or lake. Acadia National Park is close and amazing. Our hosts were so lovely - relaxed, and generous, and fun to talk with. They gave us good advice whenever we asked. We look forward to returning to see them as well as their beautiful part of the world.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
Thank you Pamela for the amazing review. You captured everything perfectly. See you next time! Debby and John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect space and wonderful hosts!

We absolutely loved our stay. The space is homey, light filled, incredible views and stocked with everything you need. Might just be my favorite place I've ever stayed. The host was so helpful and offered great tips from everything from groceries to good restaurants to the best night to build a fire. I would absolutely stay here again. Only thing to keep in mind is it's an hour from Acadia and local food options are limited. Not at all a negative, as it also meant you are out of the touristy areas and could really unplug. Just worth it to have a good amount of groceries to last in case you rather just stay in and enjoy what this peaceful retreat has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful and gorgeous!

What a wonderful stay at Tranquil Retreat! Visiting the Schoodic Peninsula for an art residency, I was seeking a rental that would provide a quiet and restorative space when not working in the studio nearby. This apartment was perfect, and I look forward to returning. Communication was timely, friendly, and informative. There was a welcome basket full of goodies upon arrival! The owners next door were helpful and responsive, while not at all intrusive. The space was tastefully decorated, extremely clean, neat, and equipped with everything one might need. What really completed this gorgeous home away from home were the ocean views, sounds, autumn color, and the deck from which to enjoy them all with coffee or wine, which I enjoyed even with the chilly October temps.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2025
Tank you for your wonderful review! Glad you enjoyed the treats! We are her to help making your as comfortable as possible. See you next time! Debby and John
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