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True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 104000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
‪8 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪17 min drive‬
Cadillac Mountain
‪26 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway!

True North is a private 20 +/- acre, beautifully landscaped hidden retreat on the quiet side of Bar Harbor and is centrally located on Mount Desert Island making it easy to choose a different island destination each day! True North is within walking distance to Blagdon Preserve which has beautiful walking trails that lead to the ocean with beaches to explore, picnic areas and a chance to see Maine wildlife such as seals, eagles, osprey, deer and much more! Long Pond is a 5 minute car ride for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding all of which can be rented at Pond's End via National Park Canoe & Kayak Rentals. Family fun at Somes Pond, Echo Lake beach and Beach Cliff Mountain hiking trails are approximately a 5 minute drive. Acadia National Park entrances, in Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor are all a 10 minute drive due to our central location. True North has a big game room and acres of land to explore and play outdoor sports. Let your kids run free while you relax after a busy day of exploring and end your days by the campfire enjoying the privacy of what True North has to offer!

Property manager

Stephanie Fountaine

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Bar Harbor Whale Watching 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 Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
Village Green - 22 min drive - 20.9 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 22 min drive - 20.9 km
Cadillac Mountain - 26 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
‪Abel's Lobster - ‬11 min drive
‪Island Take Out - ‬8 min drive
‪Farmstand Cafe - ‬11 min drive
‪Mother's Kitchen/Coffee Matter - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the ocean, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Atlantic Brewing Company, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Acadia National Park and Long Pond. Seal Cove Pond and Beech Cliff Loop are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Neal M.

20 Aug, 2025

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

An amazing, roomy house with a ton of amenities and ways for families to spend the time, and in a really central location to most of the things you will want to do on the island. Great hiking, paddling, and restaurants within a 5 minute drive.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

10 Aug, 2025

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

The home is beautiful and well-appointed with everything we needed for the week.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

29 Jun, 2025

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

Excellent Location to stay

The description of the property is accurate. We really enjoyed our stay. The house was a great fit for our family. It was easy to travel to different areas on the island. If we ever make it back to to island, we hope to stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig g.

14 Jul, 2025

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

Very communicative hosts. Best welcome experience I've had as a guest. Great property - lot's of wildlife! A fantastic experience.

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

25 Jul, 2025

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

This was the best rental my family has used for vacation throughout New England. It was a perfect location for exploring the Bar Harbor area and Acadia National Park. Set back from the road, the property was quiet and welcoming for humans and animals. Well supplied for young children through adults. Definitely worth the price ( which actually was pretty low compared to smaller rentals!).

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

7 Jun, 2025

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

The property is impeccably maintained. The inside is unbelievably clean amd spacious. The outsode grounds feel like you are on a hike in Acadia. This home is a gem to stay at for your trip!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

18 Aug, 2024

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

True North

Great location to everything that we wanted to do on the island. Clean and well maintained property!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

21 Oct, 2023

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

Fun fall vacation on MDI.

We enjoyed our stay at True North! The house had everything we needed for a comfortable family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

30 Jul, 2018

We were very pleased with the house and furnishings and enjoyed our stay very much.

This home is very nicely furnished and has almost everything one would need for a enjoyable stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

shannon l.

12 Aug, 2023

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

Great stay!

This property was great. Lots of room and very clean. Close to everything we wanted to do. Beds were comfortable and the house was fully stocked! We definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

13 Jul, 2024

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

True North is truly amazing!

Our stay at True North was one of the best stays we have ever had in Maine (and we’ve been coming to Maine for our whole lives)! Every detail was impeccable! Thanks Stephanie for sharing your wonderful family home with us, we had an outstanding time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger B.

9 Jun, 2023

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

Everything our family needed!

We had a wonderful stay in Maine, and this house had plenty of space, linens, hot water, and activities for our family of seven.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

23 Jul, 2024

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

True north

Awesome owner and house more than we thought!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara c.

27 Sept, 2024

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

Quiet and lovely

Tons of room for everyone. Could make our own lobster, so yes the kitchen is fully stocked. The basement is great for a raining day. Steph was easy to communicate with.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff L.

19 Sept, 2023

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

Private and quiet

Clean, well appointed, lots of privacy, very quiet. Basement game center is lots of fun and Stephanie is great

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine G.

27 Aug, 2023

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

Wonderful stay in Maine

The property was wonderful -- roomy, surrounded by woods, convenient to anything you wanted to do on the island. We took hikes on both sides of the island with some satisfying vertical stretches and great views. Great lobster was available on the quiet side. It was always pleasant to return to our special secluded home at the end of an active day.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

25 Jun, 2024

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

Loved True North

Loved True North, everything was charming, clean, and well stocked. Played a few games of pool in the game room and used the grill to boil lobsters from the co op. The home is also back in the woods off the main road a bit which isn't obvious from the pictures, and the extra privacy was a nice surprise.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin N.

18 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful Bar Harbor Location

We had a wonderful stay. Very peaceful and beautiful setting. The house was well stocked and the owner was a joy to work with. Everyone enjoyed the basement playroom with the pool table, air hockey, and ping pong table. She even left all the fixings for S'mores for the kids. I would definitely recommend this location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

30 Jul, 2024

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

True North

Our stay at True North was wonderful! Everything we needed was available and home was very clean, well stocked, and extras provided. This included firewood for campfire, snacks, and all kinds of games. Communication with Stephanie was prompt and easy. Wonderful private setting and very peaceful! Thank you for everything Stephanie!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara O.

16 Sept, 2023

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

Lovely Place

It was great staying at True North. It's clean, spacious, and comfortable. (It feels like you are staying at your home instead of a vacation rental.) It is in a quiet, woodsy area with a nice backyard, away from the bustle of tourists. Stephanie is nice, helpful, and accessible. If my family and I are able to visit MDI again, we would be happy to stay at True North.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamla M.

17 Jun, 2024

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

Great place in the woods

This home was nestled into the woods away from the road and anybody else. Very quiet and picturesque. The house was very clean and spacious. The game room was fun and well maintained. The host also provided all sorts of amenities including everything to have a fire in the fire ring. I would highly recommend staying here. Only downside is almost everything on the island is at least 20 minutes away.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

6 Jul, 2023

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

Fantastic place!

If you’ve read all the other reviews, all I can add is: they are all true! The house itself is fantastic! So large! Stephanie has thought of everything! The location is nice and secluded and yet close enough to everything that we wanted to do. We enjoyed the provided s’mores ingredients by the fire pit one night, thx Stephanie! You truly can’t go wrong booking this place!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shawn w.

30 Jun, 2024

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

Amazing house with quiet atmosphere

Our family spent a week in Maine and we LOVED the house. With the house being set back off the road and in a quiet area it was exactly what we were looking for, but it was also close enough to all activities in Acadia that we weren't spending our whole vacation drivig. The house was especially well furnished and supllied with all the little things like garbage bags, toilet paper, Ziploc bags, camp chairs, fire wood etc that just makes it nice to not have to worry about it. Stephanie was also a great host providing a welcome gift (we love SMORES) and a packet of information including tips for Acadia and the surrounding areas as well as places to eat. It was and amazing property for our vacation and I would highly recommend to anyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Branko L.

10 Jul, 2022

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

The peacefulness of True North

This is a great place for a family to have a nice picnic in the backyard without seeing any neighbors. It has everything that the family needs for cooking and entertainment for everyone. Also, it’s within close proximity to everything you want to see. Stephanie is a great host, very helpful and thorough. I would recommend this place to anyone except the week when I will book it again. A truly great experience

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

15 Jun, 2023

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

Excellent

Stephanie made this trip so easy for our family, from the moment we walked into her beautiful home she made us feel welcomed. The home was very clean and had everything we needed all we had to do was just relax and to enjoy our vacation. I would definitely recommend this home and for anyone at any age, Stephanie put a lot of thought into this and had things for all ages to do to keep them all busy. Thank You Stephanie!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Fountaine

I was born and raised in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. I am a 20 year paralegal and office manager for my husband's business Bar Harbor Building Contractor's, LLC. I have been in the weekly rental business for over 15 years. I am a devoted mother to a wonderful 11 year old boy and 17 year old niece. We travel frequently and rent weekly rentals so I understand what people need and want in a rental home.

Why they chose this property

True North is located on historic Richardson family land that has been passed through many generations and has stayed within the family. It is a private 20 acre retreat allowing you and your family plenty of space to enjoy your vacation! We have a sun room, patio, balcony, game room, fire pit, horse shoes and outdoor playhouse. True North is within walking distance to a beautiful preserve providing hiking trails, picnic area, and beaches to explore the Maine coast and more.

What makes this property unique

We are located on the "quiet side" of Bar Harbor, within walking distance to the ocean and less than 5 miles to Long Pond and Echo Lake that provide canoeing and kayaking. True North is centrally located and less than a 10 minute drive to in town Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor. Acadia National Park entrance is less than a 10 minute drive and Beech Cliff Mountain is 5 minutes from True North. We are 5 minutes from Atlantic Brewing Company where you can enjoy a tour and see how they make Island brewed beer and wine. You are encouraged to bring your bikes and ride on the beautiful carriage trails and enjoy a lobster at one of the three lobster pounds within a 5 minute drive.