Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath
Dramatic Oceanfront Cottage with Stunning Views of Acadia National Park!
2 Bedroom, 2 Full Baths sleeps 4 - maximum 6 (new queen sofa bed or hi-rise inflatable air mattress for overflow guests)
Shift into idle in this lovely cottage by the sea. Sleep to the rhythmic sounds of gentle waves lapping on your shore. Prolific wildlife abounds; eagles, loon, osprey and an occasional seal. Sunrises here are some of the most magnificent on planet earth! Her reflection off the sea might even dance across your ceilings if you are an early enough riser and have a desire to connect with the beauty that surrounds you here.
The ocean and all her treasures are right at your footstep with a stunning porch that hangs over the sea and access to some of the finest lobster Maine has to offer just a few doors down at a quint New England, locally-owned, lobster shack. Exceptional panoramic, 180-degree views of Acadia National Park. Conveniently located only 15 minutes from two quintessential New England villages; Blue Hill and Ellsworth for restaurants and shopping. Endless outdoor adventures are to be found in this part of Downeast Maine. Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are a 50 minute drive. Nearby hiking, boating, horse-back riding, bike riding, mountain climbing, painting, whale watching, fishing, sailing, kayak rentals and more are all available.
FYI if you are coming with small children; this property is literally right on the ocean. Porch overhangs the water and stairs down to the sea, neither are child proofed. Please take care. That said, the owner's children enjoyed the home since they were wee. Epic Atlantic, typically calm waters for little ones. Also note no play yard.
This is a non-smoking, no pet vacation rental property.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking, no pets or no fireworks allowed
Quiet hours 9pm-9am
Cottage must be left in the same general condition as found, including dishes washed & put away.
Important information
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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
About the area
Surry
Located in Surry, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Blaze Brewing Blue Hill - 24 min drive
Pugnuts Ice Cream Shop - 14 min drive
Perry's Lobster Shack - 9 min walk
Devil's Half Acre Beer Garden - 24 min drive
Blue Hill Co-op - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath on 28 May, 2026 start from S$285, 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 Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Holt House, Blue Hill Public Library and Parker Point Nature Trail. Blue Hill Mountain Trailhead and Toddy Pond are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
OMG!! This place is amazing!!! From the views, the tranquility , quietness, it was a great place to rewind. Being from Florida the snow was so cool as well. Chris and Michelle
It was very convenient and comfortable. Our only concern was the size of the double bed in the main bedroom and suggest replacing it with a queen sized bed and moving out the dresser in that room. Overall, we had an excellent stay.
Frazer H.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the review! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay over Christmas. Both the downstairs and upstairs bedrooms have queen beds. We are sorry you didn ’t find the queen bed large enough. Please visit again soon.
We enjoyed the waterfront view, wildlife and comings and goings of the lobster boats. It was so convenient to walk down the street to Perry's for dining on the wharf or take-out lobster and chowder. The location was perfect to explore the sites in all directions. The house is setup nicely for two couples to share.
Views from the back windows were amazing. Kitchen was very well equipped . Restaurants were more accessible in Blue Hill which is about a 20 minute drive. Stores and restaurants in Ellsworth were good but frequently there was a lot of traffic and roadwork to get to Ellsworth.
Kathleen D.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick
8 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful property and surrounding area. Was so magical waking up to the view provided by endless windows each morning. We will be back!
We had two couples. Each of us had had ample space. House was spacious. We were truly right on the ocean. Loved the full ocean side windows. We could hear the waves at high tide.
This was our sons first trip and we couldn’t have stayed at a better place. Amazing views and great location close to Acadia National Park! We will be back!
Less than an hour from Acadia and Bar Harbor. Our first trip to Maine and this was the most quiet & peaceful rental that I have ever stayed in. The house was wonderful.. clean and had everything that we needed. We walked down to Perry's Lobster shack the evening we checked in and the food was wonderful. Check in was smooth. The most beautiful sunrise over the water that I have ever seen. We would love to go back in the summer. Highly recommend!
This cottage was PERFECT! We loved that they had everything we needed for our stay, even a cooler to take for picnics in Acadia. The views were so pretty and so great to wake up to. The property manager was easy to correspond with and prompt at responding. We would highly recommend this rental.
This is a magical spot with an unbelievable location! Literally right on the water with sunrise viewing from your bed! Enjoyed the available firepit to sit and chill in the evenings. Also, there is a Lobster Shack two doors down if you don't want to travel for dinner!
What a beautiful spot! Although it was a ways away from the area attractions, we loved the peace and serenity. The kids enjoyed exploring the shoreline and playing the board games there while mom and dad relaxed and enjoyed the view. The house had everything we needed.