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Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Tremont, ME

Acadia National Park
‪4 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪33 min drive‬
Cadillac Mountain
‪34 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living room

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025

Simple comfortable cottage with everything you need to enjoy your down time in Acadia National Park. Nice open space, efficiency kitchen, tranquil loft bedroom and pull out couch. Private outdoor space and fire pit. Book your getaway now. Message us for any of your planning needs. You can expect an up to date seasonal activity guide with year-round restaurant recommendations prior to your stay.

Property manager

Nicole and Andrew Johnston

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children are not permitted on the ladder/loft.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Seal Cove

Seal Cove is home to this cottage. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting.

Tremont, ME

What's nearby

Seal Cove Pond - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 32 min drive - 27.7 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 33 min drive - 29.1 km
Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬11 min drive
‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬11 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬17 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬12 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025 located?

Situated in Seal Cove, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Michele B.

15 Jun, 2025

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

My partner and I stayed here for our trip to Bar Harbor to spend the weekend in Acadia. The space was very quiet and easy to access. We booked here as it was a better fit for our budget but I would say there was a downside of having to drive 25mins to Bar Harbor every time we went for meals or the park. Overall a nice quiet spot for a weekend stay. I will advise they do not have an iron so bring one with you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal D.

9 Jun, 2025

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

Beautiful Cottage

This was the perfect quiet place on the island, but also close by bay harbor and more touristy spots. The hosts were absolutely amazing! They answered any questions I had immediately. They provided a detailed book with great suggestions on things to do on the island. The pictures don't do this cottage justice! Exceptionally clean, convenient, and beautiful!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

7 May, 2025

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

You'll Love This Place!

The host was very accommodating and friendly. We made a last minute change to our itinerary and they didn't skip a beat to work with us to adjust our stay! The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Highly recommend booking at Misty Mountain Retreat!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kareem S.

18 Aug, 2024

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

Cozy Cottage Loft

Super clean and comfortable loft. Hosts were super nice and created a great place to stay. Bathroom seemed brand new, mattresses were super comfortable, great place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maya

7 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It was a nice stay, the house is very neat and clean.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynnae C.

28 Sept, 2023

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

Great stay!

Property was very clean and enjoyable. Perfect for what we needed.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

30 Aug, 2024

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

Cozy

Sweet little guest house with everything you need in a quiet area of the island

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D B.

14 Jun, 2024

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

Great place to getaway.

Perfect for what we needed. Great place out in the countryside to stay at if heading to Arcadia National Park. The property manager was very helpful and nice. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rikos K.

3 Aug, 2024

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

Excellent yet very quiet location

We used the cabin as a base for our visit to Acadia. It is very conveniently located so that visit to the north and south of the island is very easy. In less than 10 minutes you can get to a nice beach and watch the sunset. Local restaurants are also close by to grab local lunches and dinners.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

27 May, 2023

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

Great getaway!

This was the perfect little get away for our anniversary! Just enough space to hang out after exploring all day! Great communication with host and very friendly!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia J.

1 Jul, 2024

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

Clean

Super clean! Great space to stay with a short drive to Acadia. We had a comfortable stay and would stay again. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

13 Jul, 2024

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

Acadia Home Base

The space was a perfect home base to fit our family during day hiking and exploring. We were able to fit in two pack and plays and were pleasantly surprised to find the AC even though it’s not mentioned in the listing.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire c.

18 Jul, 2023

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

Trip to Acadia NP

Stayed here for an anniversary trip to Acadia NP. House was very close by to the park and the owners had great information regarding areas closer to the house if you were interested in eating out, going swimming, and much more. Was equipped for everything we needed and was a cute little house for a getaway. Would definitely recommend this place!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

5 Jun, 2023

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

Wonderful and cozy

We loved the place. Owners have really thought of everything. Really loved the shower. Great bakery down the road. Good location to everything Acadia.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angella R.

28 Sept, 2023

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

Great time on the quiet side of Acadia NP

A very nice place in a rural, country setting, yet near many activities and restaurants. We enjoyed exploring Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island from Misty Mountain Retreat. Everything was as advertised, clean and comfortable accommodations. Although our stay collided with Tropical Storm Lee, the hosts kept tabs on us, making sure that we were comfortable and that everything was okay - excellent hosts. We enjoyed Misty Mountain Retreat and would not hesitate to stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

6 Sept, 2024

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

Cute, clean, comfortable

This cottage is really clean and comfortable. It is away from the touristy and busy areas of the island, but less than 30 minutes away from any area of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The kitchen is truly a kitchenette, but we were able to cook a few meals (for two) with no problem. Nicole is very responsive and had many suggestions for kayaking off the beaten path. Firepit, large TV, eclectic music collection, tourist library, and AC are welcomed amenities. Enjoy!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

M B.

25 Jun, 2023

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

Perfect Acadia landing spot!

This cottage was a dream, and I can’t add much to what others have said—it looks like the pictures, exceeds expectations, is so well designed. My personal addition is that I have a Michigan Dutch mother and grandmother—iykyk!—and I think even they would pronounce this place spotless! Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessalyn D.

25 Sept, 2024

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

Acadia/Bar Harbor Getaway

My husband and I booked this as our home base while we visited Acadia National Park with our pup! The overall space was very clean and as described. Nicole and Andrew were great hosts and were more than happy to offer any assistance we may need and went out of their way to ensure we were comfortable! They also provided great recommendations on hikes and restaurants in the area. I gave 4 stars for location because it was slightly inconvenient to travel to and from Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park from the home. Other than that, Nicole and Andrew’s Misty Mountain Retreat is a wonderful, pet friendly escape from reality. Thank you for hosting us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

23 Oct, 2024

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

Quiet side of Mount Desert Island

Clean, nicely appointed small getaway without all the hubbub of other places on MDI. Suited the needs of two participants in MDI marathon/ half marathon. As stated in property description, there is a ladder to the sleeping loft but one with which sore runners had no problem. Assume the water is heated by tankless heater because hot/water available upon demand. Nice!!! We were there 3 nights, would liked to have stayed longer. Great jumping off place to explore the island. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

25 Jul, 2023

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

Cozy and Peaceful Retreat

This was the perfect place to stay with my wife! It was very close to Acadia and only a 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor. The Misty Mountain Retreat was very clean and quiet. Nicole had the perfect guide book for us to use for all of our outdoor adventures. Hiking is just around the corner and Seal Cove Beach is minutes down the road. We also loved driving to Gott’s for take out dinner and pizza. If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway that is near all the sights- stay at this gem!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

9 Jul, 2023

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

Cute & Simply

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage for our time visiting Acadia NP. it was away from the hustle and bustle of the Bar Harbor tourism but still an acceptable distance to all destination points and trailheads we wished to explore. Even with the house on the property being in close proximity to the cottage and the shared driveway, we still felt secluded and had the privacy desired. All the necessities needed included and with fresh decor. A cute and simple place for a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

27 Aug, 2023

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

Nice cottage

Nice little cottage on the quiet side with all the basics. Outdoor space was nice to let our dogs roam a bit as there's not much of a shoulder on the busy road the house was located for taking them on a walk in the morning or at the end of the day. Lofted bed space is quite high so make sure those sleeping up there are okay with ladders, however the pullout sofa in the living area was quite comfortable as well

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike A., Groton, MA

5 Jul, 2023

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

Great Little Cottage!

This property has everything you need? Especially if you’re a couple. Can easily sleep 4 adults, but it would be tight. The owners were very responsive and have thought of everything. Even a milk frother for your coffee! Beds were comfortable. The ladder to the loft is very steep, but that’s what you get with a Loft! Place is perfect for crashing after a long day of hiking. Located near some cool parts of MDI too, that are much less busy than Bar Harbor

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

30 May, 2023

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

Great hosts, great house, great outdoors!

We stayed for a long weekend and used Andrew & Nicole's property as a basecamp to return to after hiking as much of Acadia as we could fit into each day. They were respectful of our privacy but also super cool to talk to when we ran into one another. The house itself is minimal but functional and really shows how much care and attention was put into bringing it all together. Be aware the bed is lofted, so if you have difficulty with a ladder you may end up sleeping on the pull-out couch. I promise you won't regret staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie W.

5 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hiking family vacation

My family and I truly enjoyed our time in Acadia! The host had so many wonderful tips for us as to places to hike and eat! Very welcoming and open communication when/if needed. We will def. Be back to Acadia and hope to take advantage of some of the additional hikes recommended by the host. We had an 18 month old and seven year old with us and we made it work in the space with the pack and play in the loft and 7 year old on the pull out couch. With this house you are close enough to the hustle bustle of down town if you want to visit and enjoy, but far enough away for serenity and peace and quiet with a better opportunity to hike some of the less crowded trails with just as beautiful views! We did both sides of Acadia and enjoyed the quieter side with less people ans thought the views were just as beautiful, if not more beautiful!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicole and Andrew Johnston

What makes this property unique

Away from the crowds and close to the hidden gems of Acadia National Park, our cozy cottage sits in a quiet area close to ocean, lakes, mountains and forests.