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Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
View from master bedroom front windows
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61530 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mt Desert, ME
  • Place, Maine Granite Industry Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back reading room

1 Double Futon

Living room queen-size pull-out coach

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom, upstairs

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners

Ideally situated in the center of Mount Desert Island, Echo Pines Cottage is the perfect "home away from home" for vacation activities. It's only minutes from popular "quiet side" trails, including stunning Acadia and Beech Mountains. The entrance to Acadia's pristine, swimmable Echo Lake is only 3 miles away. You'll enjoy a view of the northern section of Echo Lake from the cottage's front windows.

The house sits on 1.5 wooded acres, on a private road. The home is surrounded by tall pines and birch trees. Watch for deer that regularly pass through the yard, and listen for the call of the loons from the lake.

Enjoy eating around the wood- topped kitchen island, or sit by the bay windows looking toward the water.

The cottage is private, but close to all the activities the island has to offer. "Downtown" Bar Harbor is about 15 minutes away, and quaint Southwest Harbor is less than 10.

The house has been outfitted for your comfort, including premium mattresses and many kitchen conveniences and amenities. You'll love the whimsical, "Maine" character of the place. And we take pride in having a spotless cottage!

There are two bedrooms, both with queen-size beds, plus a queen-size pull-out couch with memory foam mattress in the living area and a full size futon couch / bed in the back reading room. The reading room can be closed off for privacy. There are two full bathrooms, both with showers and tubs, one upstairs and one down.

The kitchen is fully appointed, ready for family meals and gatherings! You'll find many basic kitchen staples, like standard spices, cooking oil, and storage wraps provided for you. We also stock condiments in the fridge.

In the basement there's a washer and dryer for your use. Laundry detergent is provided. There's also a ping pong table, ready for those family tournaments.

We, the owners, are local, living on the west side of Bar Harbor, so we're intimately familiar with the area and are ready if you have any issues or questions.

We make every effort to go above and beyond for visitors to MDI. We love the island and truly enjoy sharing it with those who come to experience this fabulous national park. Our goal is that you leave loving Acadia National Park and MDI as much as we do.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved welcome, 2 max, $60 per dog per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Lock the doors
If you have time, starting a load of towels in the washer would be really appreciated!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Hall Quarry, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center, while Maine Granite Industry Museum and Acadia Repertory Theater are cultural highlights. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Maine Granite Industry Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 17 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Tall pines & lake view. Perfect location ctr of MDI! Close trails. Local owners located?

Located in Hall Quarry, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Maine Granite Industry Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia Repertory Theater and Long Pond. Beech Cliff Loop is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay. There is a reason we come back to this home every year.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really wonderful place to stay - we hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, nice view, just the right size for two couples looking to enjoy hiking and exploring.Watch for deer as you're driving!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for us - clean, comfortable, and a great size. The hosts left great instructions and tips for our stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dexter A. G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First place we have ever stayed that my wife did not clean before we slept! It was immaculate! Great location and beautiful view of lake and wooded areas. Host was extremely communicative and helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of four had a fabulous stay here, and we would have loved to stay longer! The location is quiet and scenic, the kitchen is well stocked, the beds are very comfortable, and we even made use of the ping pong table one rainy afternoon. The location provided easy access to Acadia, Southwest Harbor (where we did a Sail Acadia cruise), Bar Harbor, and various other points of interest. The spacious, well stocked kitchen made for easy meal preparation, and we appreciated being able to use the washer and dryer as well. All in all, a perfect stay, and I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

R Gentry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house in a secluded area of MDI. About 15-30 minute drive to most places, which was perfect for us. Comfortable rooms. Great kitchen and amenities. Very good communication with the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great! Very clean, comfy beds, everything worked, kitchen supplies were fantastic and overall the cottage was very homey! 5 adults were quite comfortable in the space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house, bed comfortable, water views from many rooms, excellent kitchen space. Great location. Deck space very comfortable. There is traffic noise from route 3 which can be heavy during the day on weekend but not as bad at night. Hosts very accommodating and felt like they cared about your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myron A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! All the amenities of home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

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

Highly recommend

The property was super clean and the location was perfect for hiking Acadia! The property hosts were very responsive and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was amazing! Private and had a view of the lake. Super clean and had everything we needed. 15-20minutes to pretty much everything the area has to offer. The owners were quick to answer any questions and had great recommendations. I would give it more than 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolute gem of a property! Located in the quiet woods with great view of Lake Echo yet a quick drive to the major Acadia locations. We were able to get to all of our destinations and find parking without issue because of the accessibility. The home has everything a family needs to have a wonderful vacation, including a mini-trail my kids loved. The owners have one of the most insightful packets we’ve ever had that helped us find new things to do with our kids. We plan to stay here when we return to Acadia again someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna O.

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

Clean and worked great

The place was as described, clean, and worked great for our group, thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property by far exceeded our expectations! The home was stocked with everything we needed. It was clean and just a beautiful setting. We enjoyed grilling after a long day at the park. We even saw deers one evening while sitting out back! The host was quick to answer any questions and had a welcome sign and chocolate blueberries upon arrival! I would absolutely recommend this location and home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn't have imagined a better set-up for our first time to visit and explore Acadia. We honestly felt like we won the lottery discovering in early to mid-June that this property had one magical week still open for this summer. Located in a quiet wooded area sitting just above Echo Lake, we loved being just 5-10 minutes from some incredible trails, and also just 20 minutes from Bar Harbor. We even found a little pull-over spot for swimming in Echo Lake less than a 3 minute drive from the house, which we visited multiple times during our stay. This was also one of the best stocked houses we've ever stayed in and the beds were extremely comfortable. The hosts also were thoughtful and responsive in answering some last minute questions that came up around what trails might be ideal for hiking with a 9 and 11 year old. Perhaps one of the things our kids love the most about our stay was the volume of deer we regularly got to see each day around the property - we learned a neighbor leaves out water bowls for the deer so they seem to frequent the neighborhood multiple times a day. We hope to be fortunate enough to come back some day!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle B.

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

Wonderful Stay in MDI

The perfect house for a wonderful trip to MDI and Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

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

Visit to Acadia

Property was great, beds comfortable and kitchen was well stocked. Enjoyed our time at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Another wonderful year at Echo Pines Cottage

This is our go-to spot to stay when we visit MDI. The house is clean, convenient and the hosts are very kind and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend and we look forward to staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Great home base to explore Acadia

Clean, well-kept property, providing easy access to Acadia NP and other areas on Mount Desert Island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Nice Home for a Family Stay on MDI

Very comfortable and welcoming home for our family stay. The host was very accomodating. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Echo Pines Cottage, great place to stay in Maine

Our family loved this property. It was clean, well-stocked, and is in a great location to see all of the sites in Acadia. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Great Stay

What a wonderful home away from home! Everything was great-host, location and cleanliness of the house! We could not have asked for a better place to stay while visiting Acadia National Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noelle B.

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

Fantastic Home in a Great Location

Wonderful and well appointed home, with everything you need for a great week on MDI and Acadia!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Maine vacation

everything was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ellen and Curt Goldsberry

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We are lucky to be year 'round residents of Mount Desert Island, where we enjoy a huge variety of activities in Acadia National Park - hiking, biking, kayaking, swimming - even cross-country skiing in the winter! We live on the west side of Bar Harbor, in a home that we rented to summer guests for years, and we found that we love renting to folks who want to enjoy the wonders of Acadia.

We both love managing Echo Pines Cottage and gake satisfaction in providing a place for guests to connect, enjoy time together, and experience the treasures of Acadia National Park. Our goal is for guests to have a fantastic experience and to leave loving Mount Desert Island as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

As soon as we saw Echo Pines Cottage we knew it was the perfect spot for people who want to experience Mount Desert Island. The wooded property, the central location, its portrait view of Echo Lake... we knew vacationers would love it! We set out to outfit it with comfortable, fun furnishings and make it special. Curt loves to build furniture and he's had a blast making pieces for the house - everything from the kitchen island to the bedside tables.
This is a charming property on a private road, yet in a location that makes exploring the whole island easy. It's where we'd want to stay if we were visiting!!

What makes this property unique

Window views of Echo Lake
Waking up and feeling like you're in the treetops
Wooded lot with deer and birds
Central location to explore any direction on Mount Desert Island!

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