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Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park

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A two-story white house with green shutters, a gravel driveway, and a church steeple in the background.
A white building with green shutters and a well-maintained garden with white flowers.
A house with a dog sitting by the door, a porch with greenery, and a window with shutters.
A rustic wooden building with a gravel path leading to a seating area with chairs and a table.
A two-story white house with a green awning, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering bushes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Mt Desert, ME
  • Place, Acadia Repertory Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

downstairs

1 Queen Bed

downstairs master

1 Queen Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed

upstairs master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

downstairs bathroom

Shower only

upstairs bathroom

Bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park

Charm, Elegance and Character abound with this Lovely Coastal Cottage, built by the founding family of Abraham Somes in 1820, Sits on Somes Pond & 4 peacefully serene acres with views of the brook & pond, of gardens, fields, and of the picturesque Church at the center of town. Recent updates have been made to assure the appeal and comfort of our guests. This 6 BR home has 3 Fireplaces, 4 BRs and a bath upstairs and 2 BRs and a bath downstairs, a formal dining room and two other eating areas, an inviting living room and a lovely screened porch for morning coffee, cocktails or just to read, completing the charm and serenity with views around the property. Across from Somes Sound & Central to Acadia National Park trails, sites, ponds & lakes for swimming and recreation as well as all the harbor towns. We are situated in the center of the island, ten minutes from Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor and Southwest Harbor. Shopping, restaurants, hiking, boating, antiquing, museums all nearby. Property includes a canoe for use on Somes Pond. You will love this home and the experience.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Ask for permission first .
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Cat friendly please ask the host first
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1875567vb
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
Note from host: Ask for permission first .
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mount Desert

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Somesville, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Currents Seafood And Spirits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Charming New England Home on Somes Pond & Acadia National Park located?

Located in Somesville, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Family reunion

The house was roomy, the setting beautiful, the home like staying in a historical treasure!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shabsy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1820's home surrounded by history!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Idyllic setting

Beautiful old farmhouse in a gorgeous setting! Plenty of space for our family to roam and enjoy meals and games together. Host Brit was amazing and quick to respond. The area was close to all that the beautiful island offers. A fun and relaxing family week…we hope to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

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

Lovely home and setting in historic Somesville!

We felt at home instantly in this historic home in Somesville. The bedrooms were comfortable, with good light, and the living space and screened porch were so pleasant. Our family of 7 was very comfortable. Outside, the flat, grassy yard was perfect for frisbee and soccer. Also, our son loved taking the canoe out onto Somes Pond to fish. Overall, very happy with the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

A Journey Back into Maine History

This June and July, our family (2 grand parents, 4 parents, 2 teenagers, 2 dogs) spent 2 weeks at the Babcock house in Somesville. We loved the 200+ years old house filled with antique furnishings., surrounded by a lovely field and gardens. A stately old Elm overlooked the yard. We had a couple of very cold days when we spent hours playing games in front of a fire in the spectacular fireplace. On hot days, we were able to kayak to Somes Pond to check on the Loon family there. We played croquet in the yard and, of course, visited Bar Harbor biking and hiking trails, and charming towns. We highly recommend Cafe, This Way in Bar Harbor and Cafe Drydock and Inn in Southwest Harbor. Brit Babcock, who managed the house was great fun, very accessible, and helpful. Her family sold their Mt Desert Pies at the bottom of the driveway and, as a family of 8, we ate an AWFUL lot of them. Rhubarb Strawberry was a favorite. As you can see, we loved the variety of adventures we had, learning about Somesville history, hiking, swimming, kayaking, and being with each other after a year of isolation. We highly recommend the Somesville house! Brit, thanks for the good time!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Susanna S.

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

Good location, lots of rooms

My husband and I and our 3 young adult children and a friend stayed here in early-mid August. Somesville is kind of in the middle of Mt. Desert Island -- Bar Harbor side and the Echo Lake side are about equidistant. There are 6 bedrooms so everyone could spread out. The property is off what seems like a private road. Somes Pond is right outside, so our kids used the canoe to explore the pond. The fireplace was very nice to use on the one rainy day and a couple of cool nights. The cons: Bar Harbor is overrun w tourists at this time, so demand outstrips supply at every turn (hotels, restaurants, and esp parking). You feel like everyone is trying to make a buck off the out-of-towners. So the price is high for what you get, basically everywhere. For this house, there are only 2 bathrooms, only one of which has a shower. The front door doesn't lock, and many of the windows don't either. We didn't have anyone come in and steal our stuff, but I kept worrying about that. The seat on the canoe was broken so my husband rigged one with a bungee cord he found in the barn. The kitchen faucet is old and splashes everywhere. The upstairs sink is the very old fashioned kind where one faucet has hot water and the other faucet has cold water, so you can't ever get warm water. The cleaners had not emptied out the ashes from when the fireplace was used before us, so we had to do that. There is no air conditioning, but wasn't an issue during the time we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Perfect Acadia Vacation

We had an incredible week exploring Acadia. The house was fantastic- full of history and charm, gorgeous views and well appointed. Brit was wonderful to work with. She had great tips about making the most of our Acadia vacation. It was hard to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kara K.

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

Beautiful house and location

Lovely historic home with plenty of room in a serene location. The owner was great and easy to deal with. The house is situated in convenient area on Mount Desert Island
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brit Babcock

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Our great grandfather, seven generations ago, Abraham Somes, was the first permanent settler on the island. Our great grand father, four generations ago, Isaac Somes, built our home here and it has remained in the family since being built. Everyone who stays here remarks on how peaceful and lovely it is to stay in our home on the pond. We invite you to enjoy as we do. :)

Why they chose this property

Original home of Isaac Somes. Isaac was the great grandson of, Abraham Somes, the first settler on the Island.

What makes this property unique

Family home since 1820, serene, charming, lovely, with updates and care to empower guests' experience.

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English
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