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Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor

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A spacious living room with a leather couch, wooden flooring, a dining area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a Bosch dishwasher, and a window with a view of greenery.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. There are large windows providing natural light.
A kitchen with a stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted artwork, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Near the sea, this vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers access to hiking, biking, snorkeling, and mountain climbing. Enjoy nearby golf facilities and games available on-site. Explore attractions like the Naturalist's Notebook and Carriage Roads while staying in this family-friendly village.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Acadia National Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Seal Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Naturalist's Notebook
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jordan Pond
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor

Relax with the whole family at this quiet, peaceful place in the center of Seal Harbor village. Acadia is literally across the street and the best carriage roads in the park are a short walk down the street in one direction, with Seal Harbor Beach a short walk in the other. Pemetic, Penobscot, Cadillac, and Day mountains are all accessible without even getting into the car. It is a short walk out the front door to Jordan Pond House, Wildwood Stables, and Seal Harbor Beach.

In classic Maine fashion, this handsome cottage was originally built in 1890 as a workshop for a local carpenter. It has since been lovingly restored and converted to a summer home in the best spot on the island for easy access to carriage roads, central peaks, and sailing in the Great Harbor.

A one-floor living space featuring an open concept kitchen, dining, and living space. The space is incredibly bright, with windows covering the entire western end of the building and plenty of southern exposure.

There is a large pullout couch and an oversized chair and ottoman in the main living room and a dining table that seats six.

The kitchen is clean, efficient, and outfitted with all of the necessary tools. All of the artwork featured throughout the house is by local artisans.

There are two bedrooms, both with oversized windows for plenty of light. The master has a queen bed with double closet. The second bedroom has a double and a twin bed with double closet.

Outdoors is a seating area with cedar Adirondack chairs made by a local craftsman and a Weber propane grill for your use.

There is plenty of parking for up to three vehicles. A full size washer and dryer are free to use as needed.

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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 # 122011
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 deadlock

About the area

Seal Harbor

Located in Seal Harbor, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Seal Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Naturalist's Notebook - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bracy Cove - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Carriage Roads - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Jordan Pond - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬4 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Co - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor?

As of 10 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor on 19 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,193, 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 Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet oasis across the street from Acadia and just steps from the harbor located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Naturalist's Notebook and Acadia National Park. Carriage Roads and Bracy Cove are also within 2 miles (3 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. 133 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location.Love being so close to Acadia and all the trails.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, comfortable, and close to Acadia, the beach, and bike rentals. Would love to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location for everything you want to see in Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cottage for 2 to 3 people to spend time right in Acadia National Park Convenient for travel to all the main sites, preparing simple meals and relaxing.Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor! Comfy stay and everything is exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael is a great host. The cottage was as described and he was responsive to our requests. The cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood and is walking distance to Jordan pond and the carriage road system. Seal Harbor is a short walk in the opposite direction. Our experience was great. I look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Our third stay here! This cottage is very conveniently located in Seal Harbor with quick access to Acadia on foot or by car. The sandy beach is a short walk down the street and is such a bonus. Very quiet location. Clean and comfortable with a nice floorplan for families. We'll be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When reviewing the guests books you can see many families spend season after season here and it’s easy to understand why! You immediately feel at home and peace when you walk in. The location is perfect to hit so many hikes and things to do around Acadia, it was easy to pop in and out as needed throughout the day and not waste a lot of time. Not to mention the place was SPOTLESS! The washer and dryer were also very helpful. It’s the perfect place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, very comfortable and such a convenient place to stay if you're visiting Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Clean and comfortable. Will be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location. The property had everything we needed. Easy check-in and out. We're looking forward to returning for another stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location which is close to everywhere you like to go. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seal Harbor

Great location for Acadia and Bar Harbor area
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very convenient to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy home conveniently located close to Acadia National Park

The property was well maintained and clean, the owner was very responsive throughout the booking process and was very helpful in finding nearby activities to keep my fiance and I occupied during our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. The neighborhood was peaceful and quiet. After hiking or biking all day it was the perfect place to retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for a good price

This is the best area for biking and beaching and Michael is a great host.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia

Perfect quiet spot to enjoy Acadia NP area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for exploring Acadia. Away from the business of bar harbor but quick and easy drive to restaurants and shops. Within walking distance of e bike rentals which was a great way to explore the park. House was in a quiet area and very clean. Would definitely recommend/stay there again for my next Acadia trip. Michael was quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hidden Cabin

He had a great stay. The location is a little more crowded than we expected but it was still pretty private. Accommodations were great otherwise
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect location for Acadia exploration!

This cosy, charming place tucked away in a neighborhood was a perfect base for us to explore the park by bike, on foot and so convenient to the other small towns of Mt Desert Island. It was a very memorable visit and we were delighted with its sunny and comfortable location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2020
Thanks Sharon & Steve, You were Great guests and I enjoyed a couple of evenings in your company. Thanks for helping to turn my life around. I am feeling much better thanks to the two of you. You two are the Best and most positive people I know !! Blessings, Nick
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to heal

Took a week to recover and reenergize, and found all we needed in this cozy little hideaway! Close to everything, but hidden away perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seal harbor home

Great location! Host very quick to respond to questions. Very quiet location. I would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house was quiet and the location excellent. I thought it was overpriced and it irritated me that there was a fee for my kids when the house is intended for 4 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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We are a local, year-round family who moved to the island for all of the same reasons you are looking to vacation here. We spend time in the park every day, whether it is a walk on the carriage roads, a hike up nearby Pemetic, Penobscot, or Cadillac, or a morning run up those same mountains. In the summer, we also spend as much time as possible kayaking, sailing and fishing in the Great Harbor or swimming in nearby favorite swimming holes. We live nearby and will be available to help with anything needed during your stay. We may even be willing to share some insider tips on hidden gems around the island … maybe ;-)

Why they chose this property

Enjoy Acadia the way it was meant to be enjoyed - the way the Rockefellers and Rusticators enjoyed it - in the peace and quiet of Seal Harbor. Acadia is literally across the street and carriage road entry is a short walk down the road, with easy access to Cadillac, Pemetic, Penobscot, Sargent, and Day mountains and all of the area surrounding Jordan Pond. No need to get in the car to enjoy the Park! Seal Harbor Beach and the lovely Great Harbor area are a short walk down the hill.

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