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Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park

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Living area
Living area
Interior
updated kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ellsworth, ME
  • Place, Branch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park

**UPDATE** Camp Lindsay now has WIFI, a brand new 40' dock, fireplace and expanded living room! Branch Lake Charmer fully renovated located on a very private cove. Perfect set up for 2 families, 2 bedrooms + bath and laundry downstairs and 1 bedroom + loft and bathroom upstairs. Recently totally renovated with enclosed patio, 3 decks, BBQ area, fire pit, swim platform, new dock and right on the water! Boat launch close by so bring your boat and enjoy all that Branch Lake has to offer. Take the Canoe for a nature lovers tour or fish until your heart's content. Close to Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park and more. Fully equipped with all the comforts of home! Everything is new and comfy for you're stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Great for reunions or retreats

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Use of boating equipment at your own risk. Must follow state safety guidelines and flotation device guidelines.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1255753vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Great for reunions or retreats
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

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Woodlawn Museum and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Branch Lake and Green Lake. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Branch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 43 min drive - 43.1 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Bangor - 52 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 53 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 55 min drive - 60.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abby's Attic - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Happytown - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dorrs Lobster Co - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's Down-Under - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Patisserie&bistro&fırın - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious Lake Camp! Near Bar Harbor and Acadia Nt'l Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Branch Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Telephone Museum and Green Lake. Toddy Pond and Woodlawn Museum are also within 12 miles (20 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. 41 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deneen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful! Very well stocked with anything you might need, gorgeous views, Angela was so gracious and informative! Great location within driving distance to a lot of the tourists sites. Very comfortable beds ! One of our better vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the home comfortable and well-equipped. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and I’m glad the location worked well for exploring the area. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing Maine getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! The lake is beautiful and all the toys made it fun for everyone. Great place and id recomend it for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! It is such a special place and we are so happy you and your family enjoyed your vacation! We would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

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

Beautiful location and property

Perfect outing for my friends and I for nonstop fishing, paddling, and swimming.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariane S.

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

Beautiful!

We had a wonderful week! The cabin is clean, spacious and nicely decorated, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The lake is gorgeous and we loved spending time swimming, canoeing and just sitting by the water. Angela was very easy to work with and provided us with detailed info about everything we needed to know. It was the best lake trip we’ve taken as a family, and we are excited to come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time at the lake house and experienced the peace, beauty, and charm we love so much about this place. Maine’s lakefront is truly special, and it means a lot to know it created lasting memories for you. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary G.

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

Lake side

We had a lovely time at the house. It was a great place for our family to relax lake side and recharge.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken L.

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

Relaxing days on the lake.

Angela's property is a perfect spot to enjoy the lake and vicinity to Acadia National park. The house was clean and we'll equipped both inside and out for a perfect lake vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you Ken! We are so happy you enjoyed our home. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thea s.

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

Branch Lake vacation!

This house was the perfect spot for a vacation in Maine. The lake and house are beautiful. We have stayed on Branch Lake in the past and this house is on the top of the list for places to stay. The house accommodated 6 adults well. Hope to come back again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you for choosing our camp for your holiday! We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Awesome Lake front Camp

The camp was amazing. It was extremely clean, spacious, lake front and had lots of extras like swimming dock, canoe, kayaks & paddle boards. The kitchen had everything we needed for when we choose to cook there.. and it was was within a 30 minute drive to most attractions we went to. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us! We hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Perfect summer getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at this camp. Just right-sized for family. The lake is exceptionally clean and welcoming all summer water activities: swimming, kayaking, paddle-boarding - we did that daily and never got bored. Acadia is just under an hour drive away. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for choosing our camp! You were great guests and can’t wait to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Family Vacation

The house and property was as described absolutely beautiful. The lake was gorgeous. We had a wonderful time staying here. We enjoyed being lakeside starting with a cup of coffee in the morning to kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming the rest of the day. The house was fully stocked with everything you needed from kitchen supplies to linens and games. My family would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Awesome

Overall probably the nicest place we have stayed in Maine. Close to Ellsworth, decent road to house. House is very nice Outside is excellent....fire pit, sloping land to lake, kayak ramp, grill, quiet location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2021
Thank you so much for the nice review! We try hard to make your stay perfect! We look forward to seeing you again. Angela
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Camp Lindsay

Our second summer at this place, and it didn’t disappoint. They made a few changes that makes this place even more attractive. We are hoping to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
We love our repeat guests! Thank you so much for choosing our camp. Angela
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

Beautiful Maine lake house

This was one of our favorite rental houses we've visited. The lake the house was on is so beautiful, and the hosts had fishing poles, kayaks, paddle boards and a canoe available for us to use. All of the welcoming touches were so appreciated, including wood and kindling in the fire pit set up perfectly for our first bonfire.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2021
Thank you for choosing our camp! We are thrilled you had a great time. Please come again. Angie and Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Great summer retreat

Our first time renting this home and have no regrets. The house is beautiful and very well stocked. We made lobster rolls that were served in the cute lobster plates. We kayaked and canoed and ended the day by the fire pit. We are looking forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2022
Thank you so much for staying with us! See you next year! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

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

Perfect!

Couldn’t have been happier with the location and host. Beautiful very private lake property with everything needed for a wonderful relaxing vacation. We sat by the campfire almost every night and made S’mores, listened to the loons and elk calling out in the evenings, and took the boat out exploring and fishing. The host was responsive and genuinely cared about our experience. The next trip to Maine will definitely be here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2023
Thank you for such a nice review! We really enjoyed having you and your family. We look forward to seeing you next year! Angela & Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen P.

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

Liked the property but did not like the lack of WIFi

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2020
Thanks for the feedback Carmen. Unfortunately WiFi is not available on our property but we have not had issues using a hot spot from any major phone carriers. Sometimes you just gotta unplug. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfectly magical week at Branch Lake! Every single detail was thought of! This charming, spotless camp is now one of our very favorites ever! The lake with its loons, eagles, owls, osprey, bass, and magnificent sunrises and sunsets were pure Maine perfection! Close to Acadia and Bar Harbor! But our favorite parts were lovely, lazy days on kayaks, tubes, SUP, canoeing, and just taking in the magnificent pine scented property, staring off at the gorgeous lake for days. Making meals were a blast since the kitchen was so well stocked, making puzzles, playing games, and just enjoying the comfortable cabin. Grilling under the pines! Truly vacation magic and we cannot wait to return! Get up about 20 minutes before sunrise with your cuppa joe for spectacular sunrises! And go sit out on the floating dock to see the stars and listen to the magical loons and owls! Thank you for an amazing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2025
Wow, thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful review! Reading about your week on Branch Lake truly warmed our hearts. We’re so glad you enjoyed the sunrises, evenings on the dock, and all the little details around the cabin. You were such wonderful guests — the kind every host hopes for — and it was a joy to share our camp with you. Knowing that you felt at home, relaxed, and made so many special memories means the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more lazy lake days and starry nights!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl C.

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

Spectacular lake retreat

The house provided more than enough space for 5 adults. It's a great place to unplug and relax! The lake is spectacular! It's quiet and clear. During our late September stay, the trees were peak autumn colors. Gorgeous! On clear evenings, gazing up at the stars was magical. It's a wonderful place to have fun with family and friends. -- fishing, kayaking, hiking, eating, laughing, toasting/burning marshmallows for s'mores. Away from the lake house, there's no shortage of things to do or places to eat in the Ellsworth area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2024
Thank you so much for your comments! We are so happy you had a nice time at our camp! Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver F.

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

Special Location

Our family of 5 stayed at Camp Lindsay for seven nights and had a relaxing, comfortable and amazing time. Water activities galore! We kayaked to a large rock that we could jump off, up a creek to a beaver dam, to blueberry island to pick fresh blueberries (which we put into our pancakes the next morning), among many other places. Our boys (5, 8, 10) practically lived on the floating island. I was able to get some solitude and kayak by myself around sunset and had a loon pop up next to me and sing while a bald eagle flew above and perched on a branch about 40 feet away. Anytime we left the camp, mostly to explore beautiful Acadia national park, I regretted leaving the home. The home is clearly loved by her owners. Many personal touches and a lot of personality. The home was also well stocked, which is always appreciated. Angela was responsive and always kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Angela
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Beautiful Lake Cabin on Branch Lake. Don’t look further. Rent this cabin.

First I would not hesitate to rent again. I could not have been happier with this property. The owner Angela was easy to work with, honest and promptly replied to all my questions. I never had to wait. Fantastic. My entire family wishes we could have stayed a few addional days. The house recently went through a remodel. It is in great shape, and very comfortable. The kitchen is well supplied and the appliances are new. I’m leaving the beat for last. The house is sits on a small hill overlooking the gorgeous Branch Lake. The water was very warm and super clean. My boys and I swam from the doc to the swimming dock everyday we were there. The canue and motor fishing boat are both brand new. We ended up canueing everyday around two small islands close to the house. The fire pit is close to the house so it’s easy to refill your adult beverage the fire hypnotizes you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! I am sure your feedback will help other travelers get a sense of our place. We are thrilled you had such a nice holiday. We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Outstanding Lakefront Experience

When I think of a cabin on a Maine lake, this is exactly what comes to mind. Easily accessible from either Rte 1 in Bucksport or Rte 1A in Ellsworth. A beautiful home on a tranquil lake with plenty of privacy, Camp Lindsay provided everything my family could have wanted in a Maine vacation getaway. Our two boys loved playing on the beach, floating around in the water and swimming to the raft. Our two dogs enjoyed lounging on the docks and watching the occasional boat go by. The waterfront is the perfect combination of sun and shade so that we could enjoy the hot days in the water without feeling like we were roasting. All the bases are covered for fun in the water including kayaks, SUPs, canoe and floats. So much fun. The house had everything we needed in terms of amenities and so much luxurious space. If you like to cook while on vacation, this is your kitchen, not to mention grilling outside. Angela and Michael were incredibly attentive to our needs and provided timely responses to what must have seemed like a million questions. We can vouch for the fact that the cellular signal is incredibly strong and that the hotspot we brought with us was enough to handle the one online meeting that couldn't be avoided. We look forward to returning and highly recommend Camp Lindsay to anyone looking for a beautiful, peaceful getaway. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2021
Thank you Jeff for choosing our camp! So glad you enjoyed your stay. It really is a special place. See you soon! Angela & Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Family Gathering

We rented this home for our first destination family get together with my now grown up kids and their boyfriends. It was simply lovely. The location could not be more perfect. You are literally right next to the lake. The owner is wonderful to work with. All of the positive reviews speak for how perfect this destination in Maine is.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth G.

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

Nice retreat!

The water is so clear! We brought goggles for the kids and they enjoyed swimming around and looking at everything around them. We used the kayaks, canoe, and paddleboards daily.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Peace and Serenity

What an amazing lake house! Whether you're looking for a corporate retreat or a family vacation, this beautifully-appointed house is perfect! Clean, spacious, and tranquil -- with an incredible view. Easily sleeps 9 -- and more if you use the couches or air mattresses. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we enjoyed ours!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Absolutely fantastic

The property was excellent The water was clean and cool. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shoreline Vacation Homes

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We are an American family who has lived oversees for the last 8 years and recently moved back to the US to Connecticut. My husband grew up in New England and I grew up in California. We have 2 sons and 2 dogs and enjoy spending time traveling the world.

Why they chose this property

I chose this home as part of my husbands dream to own on this lake. He grew up renting a camp on Branch Lake and has fond memories of fishing with his father and grandpa. I had little experience on this lake but ended up buying this house and remodeling it without my husband ever seeing it! Talk about pressure. The good news is he loves it as much as I do and our 11 year old son thinks it is "the bomb".

What makes this property unique

The lake is the centerpiece of this home but I must say I have created a cozy and fully functioning home with a "cabin" type charm. One of the benefits is that it is a split level home with 2 masters so very convenient to vacation with friends or family. Downstairs has 1 queen, 1 double and 1 single bed to sleep 5, upstairs has 1 king, 1 double and 1 single to also sleep 5. There is a huge reclining sofa upstairs that could easily accommodate a couple more kids...

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