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Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026

Beachside holiday home with water park

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Property grounds
Lake
Exterior
Property grounds
Shoreline looking South on Somes Sound

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81620 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hall Quarry, ME
  • Place, Echo Lake Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Granite Industry Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft bedrooms

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bathroom

Loft bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026

WEEKLY Sunday to Sunday Rental June - Sept - Flexible 4 night Minimum for May and October 11 -Nov

Acadia Cove Cabin is located in a secluded wooded setting on the shoreline of Somes Sound, the only fjord on the eastern coast of the US. Located on the border of Acadia National Park, this two-story ocean-front house sleeps up to 8 people and commands views of the Sound, nearby Norumbega, Sargent and Acadia Mountains, and a wooded shoreline and private cove. The cabin is centrally located on Mt. Desert Island with only a short drive to Southwest Harbor, Echo Lake, and Acadia National Park trails and sites. From your deck, watch sailboats and lobstermen at close range, launch your own kayak from the beautiful private shoreline, and enjoy the stunning combination of woods, water, wildlife and granite ledges.

This new house has a modern Salt Box design with a spacious living room and views of the ocean and mountains. There are two private bedrooms with queen beds, a large sleeping loft that has two single beds, and another queen bed in a semi-private area. There are 1.5 bathrooms, modern and new amenities including a large ocean view kitchen, washer and dryer, a large deck facing Somes Sound, private parking, and easy access to the shore in a secluded wooded setting.

7 Day Sunday check-in and Sunday check-out during peak summer weeks of June - Sept; flexibility for dates in April - May as well as October - November, with 4 night minimum.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Sea view

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Bar Harbor Whale Watching 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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Hall Quarry, ME

What's nearby

  • Echo Lake Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Maine Granite Industry Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Long Pond - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Acadia Cove Cabin on Somes Sound - MDI - Summer 2026 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mount Desert holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Maine Granite Industry Museum and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Acadia National Park. Echo Lake Beach and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 67 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at our favorite vacation spot
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was stunning and peaceful, exactly what we hoped for in a getaway. It was comfortable, beautifully kept, and had plenty of space for the kids to enjoy. A perfect spot for family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. The beds were comfortable, the view is stunning, the location was the right amount of secluded but close to everything you would want to do. My family and I enjoyed our stay and hopefully will be back someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous, private, well-stocked vacation property. We loved this VRBO and wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our long weekend at ACC was exactly perfect. The cabin is beautifully designed, decorated simply, and had above and beyond what we needed. The water views with the fall trees were breathtaking. The space is very private, and while we noticed there were other properties close when we walked down to the water, we didn’t see or hear other humans for the entirety of our stay. We couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect space or experience, and know it will stay with us for a long time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the most extraordinary places we’ve ever stayed—stellar views, well designed and appointed and outstanding location!
View from outdoor seating area in the grounds
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syd G.

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

Great cabin

Loved staying at John’s cabin. It’s in a beautiful location and just a few minute drive from all the beauty Acadia has to offer. I wish I could have stayed longer. It was such a relaxing retreat for me and my friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Upscale Waterfront Cabin with Spectacular Views

We stayed for a week to enjoy Acadia, hike and experience Mount Desert Island. The cabin was a perfect choice for our group of two couples with room to spare. The setting was about as perfect as it gets.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

The Perfect Stay

Quiet, beautiful and a great sized cabin. Can’t beat that view! We loved every minute of our stay. This cabin is on the quiet side of MDI which we really appreciated. We went into Acadia daily which was close and enjoyed bar harbor but then came back to a peaceful cabin. Owner was extremely kind, proactive and responsive. He answered all our questions and he checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. Would HIGHLY recommend this wonderful spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky Z.

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

Beautiful Place to Stay

Acadia Cove Cabin is a beautiful property! The kitchen has everything you might need. The view is stunning and the host was very helpful. We loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir B.

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

The cabin was beautiful, gorgeous view. Clean, well equipped, comfortable. justperfect.

Loved it! Although a big screen TV would have made the place even better.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Beautiful cabin with amazing views

The cabin was in a beautiful location with incredible views. Very well stocked and comfortable. Perfect homebase to explore Acadia. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Excellent week

We enjoyed our stay tremendously. Wonderful location on the quiet side of the island. Would go there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Shanna W.

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

Acadia Fall Break

Acadia Cove was quiet, cozy, and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Beautiful Getaway on Somes Sound

This lovely cabin directly on the sound has amazing views and easy access to the water should you want to dive in. John, the owner, was super helpful, and he has a paddle board for your use and a great fire pit by the water. We truly enjoyed our stay, including the location, views, great beds, beautiful great room and kitchen. Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Indu S.

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

ACC=annual Shangri-La!

Always the highlight of our year—John & Paul are truly wonderful hosts who run a very special place that has become a family mainstay for us. We can’t recommend ACC enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Beautiful View, Great Location

So much to enjoy about Acadia Cove Cabin: watching the sun rise over the mountain, the beautiful view of Somes Sound, and, of course, the close proximity to the amazing hiking and biking trails at Acadia National Park. My wife and I really enjoyed our week here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Melissa B.

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

Fall trip to Acadia

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at ACC cabin. It was very clean, the views are great, there’s a fire pit and a paddle board with life vests provided. It did become difficult with our group of seven having only one shower but this is clearly stated in the description. Overall, it was a great place to stay on the quiet side of Acadia!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Beautiful Escape

We enjoyed our stay at Acadia Cove. The view of the water from the living room was beautiful. The kids enjoyed exploring the beach below and the stargazing was great. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

A little slice of Heaven!! Great location

We loved our stay at this cabin while visiting Acadia National Park! The location was perfect for relaxing and just a short drive into Bar Harbor for dinners etc. It is a great central location if you are visiting ANP and close to many of the sights on our must do list!! We also loved Southwest Harbor as well. But the scenery at the cabin was so nice we opted for dinner IN and smores a couple of nights! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Another fabulous stay at Acadia Cove

Once again, we enjoyed the mountains, sea, and forest of Somes Sound and Acadia. You won't find a more peaceful, tranquil house, while still being just minutes away from restaurants and shops in Southwest Harbor. We do miss having a TV, as we'd like to be able enjoy watching a movie or baseball game together as a family, instead of individually and separately huddling over iPads, but other than that it's ideal.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

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

Beautiful Property and Cabin

We had such a wonderful stay! The cabin and property was perfect for our group of 6. The cabin was clean and kitchen fully stocked. We had a fire pit and paddeboarded right off the property. Owner was very helpful with everything. Quiet and great location on the “quiet side” of the island. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Beautiful waterside property

Wonderful week stay with 6 people (3 adults, 3 teenagers). Kitchen was very well equipped and spacious, we cooked multiple times— grill also worked very well. House was beautiful and clean, bathrooms were modern (tho as advertised, only 1 shower). 2 bedrooms below had doors, beds on 2nd floor were kind of on an open balcony but worked really well.John was beyond all expectations— was present without being obtrusive, and just lovely. We also had belongings left behind and he went way beyond call of duty. (Not to volunteer him again for that!).Only downside was that the waterside location was so perfect, we didn’t get into the park as much as we had planned, tho we did the hikes nearby which were lovely. But relaxing on hammock and had a campfire— all was more than we had asked for!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Wonderful vacation spot

Can’t recommend this place enough. The views and location are a dream! We came to visit Acadia National Park which was an easy drive, but we could easily have enjoyed a vacation never leaving the cabin. Our kids loved heading down to the shore and going out on the paddle board. We loved reading in the hammock, or drinking coffee by the water or on the deck. We saw all kinds of wildlife, the weather was beautiful and John was very responsive. We would gladly come here again if we get the chance!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Douglass

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This new house replaced an earlier vacation home. The property has been in our family since the 1880s and we are related to Cyrus Hall, for which Hall Quarry is named. We have another home on the 9 acre property (not visible from Acadia Cove Cabin) and a family member is usually nearby during the summer rental season.

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