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Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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front of garden cottage
Living room /dining area
Living area
Kitchen
Bedroom (room is twice as large as seen)

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2900 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental!

Please note: Usually, we can only rent Sunday to Sunday for June, July and August mainly due to a shortage of people to clean when the cottage is turned for a new renter. I have just changed that to a 4 night minimum, but please message me before clicking on desired dates, so I can check with my cleaning person to see if the dates work for her. Thank you!
All guests must be at least 24 years of age.
Enjoy all that Acadia National Park has to offer!! Don't forget that September and October are two of the best months in Acadia as well! No crowds...just beautiful fall weather and gorgeous scenery.We are a short distance to all the natural beauty that is Acadia, and there is no time like the fall for hiking. We are located on what is known on the island of Mount Desert on the 'Quiet Side'. We are away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor.. Relax on our patio and enjoy the garden.
The quaint village of Southwest Harbor is nearby. Take the nearby ferries to all the surrounding islands. Some of Acadia's easiest and most beautiful hikes are a short distance away.
We have a fully stocked kitchen for those who like to cook. Our cottage is heated to take the chill off a cool autumn evening.
So come enjoy your vacation in our garden cottage and enjoy the natural splendor that is Acadia!!
Two bikes included with rental. We have Wi-Fi.

Please be aware, that after I have accepted your booking, I will call the phone number you provide to VRBO. We MUST talk on the phone to make your booking official. That way, I can also give you more information about the property to make sure it is what you want. Thank you. Check in time is 4 PM and check out is 10 AM. I apologize for the early checkout but cleaning staff are hard to find and stretched thin, so need the extra time

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Atlantic Brewing Company and Bubble Rock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia 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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Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 29 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 31 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the Beauty of Acadia National Park! Bicycles are part of your rental! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was cozy and quiet. We enjoyed our stay and loved exploring area. Leslie was very helpful with tips and information.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, complete, and quiet. We had 3 days of park walking, hiking, and cycling and what a treat to come back to a cozy, quiet and very functional home. We walked out the door to adventures in town and on the Bass Garbor side while easily driving to the other park areas. We would happily seat again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot. Leslie was a great host. Internet was a little spotty, but otherwise, no complaints and would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very sweet cottage. Perfect location, quiet and easy to get to hiking destinations. Well maintained, quality linens, towels. Comfortable and homey. Owner was communicative and gave great suggestions to us. Highly recommended. Garden was a lovely bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage in Bass Harbor is perfect! Minutes to Acadia park with bikes to ride the carriage trails (make sure your vehicle/rental can fit them, it's a little dangerous to ride on the road). It's quiet and private with a great patio and garden. The kitchen has everything you need, Leslie is a helpful and responsive host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sylvie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this little cottage! Such a beautiful spot steps from the water. Surrounded by a lovely garden filled with humming birds. Has everthing you could possibly need and more. Communication could not have been better. We really enjoyed our stay. Bikes were a huge bonus! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leslie’s garden cottage was a peaceful and pleasant place to stay while we visited Acadia. We enjoyed spending time in the garden amongst the hummingbirds when we weren’t hiking. Leslie’s check in/out instructions were very clear and she was a text away if we needed anything. There are several ANP trails only minutes away from the cottage, including the Bass Harbor lighthouse which we visited at sunset. The bedroom was cozy and the kitchen was stocked with all the basics. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is quiet and beautifully kept. I loved sitting on the patio and enjoying the sounds of birds and watching the bees pollinate the flowers nearby. It was so peaceful. The house had all things you’d need and was cozy and comfortable. The location was fantastic for beautiful nearby trails and it was the only about 25 minutes to Bar Harbor. We had a wonderful week and loved our visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

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

Excellent stay

The Garden Cottage was a great place to stay while we checked out Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The house was very comfortable and well supplied. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S., Fort Worth, Texas

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

National Park Getaway

Great stay and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

The Most Perfect Stay to Visit Acadia!

Leslie and her partner’s property exceeded expectations. The home was exactly what we needed for our one-week stay to Maine, specifically to visit Acadia National Park and use our boat. LOCATION: The property is in a more quiet location, perfect for our enjoyment of calmer evenings, off the road and away from Bar Harbor crowds, yet still 30 minutes max from everything. There’s even a gas station a short distance away which came in clutch many times.PROPERTY: The home itself is beautiful, boasting a lovely garden with bird feeders, a table and fire pit, with the ocean nearby. The kitchen was stocked with what we needed and the bedroom, bathroom and TV areas were so cozy and accommodating. The check-in/out process was super easy and Leslie was ABOVE & BEYOND when we had any questions.HIGHLY RECOMMEND 12/10! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne N Michael L.

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

Peaceful, relaxing stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage and greatly appreciated the communication and suggestions from Leslie! We did as much as possible in and around Acadia for this three days we were there. Everything was perfect, and we hope to come back again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Just perfect

Close enough to everything but far from the bustle of Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 I cannot recommend this property more. Leslie and her husband were fantastic hosts. Even mailing home a pair of jeans I mistakenly left behind.The place was nice and clean with a full kitchen, including a French press for the coffee enthusiasts, and assortment of movies as well as smart TV.The Wi-Fi is enough to doomscroll if you get rained in. Which if you don't have T-Mobile you will not have any service on the island. So it's nice to be able to access messaging at the property. You're staying in a National Park. So nature is what you're going to get. Every morning we watched a group of deer cross through the front yard. There is a bug net on the front door but nothing is perfect and you will find some insects during your stay. Nothing more than a fly or a ladybug here and there though.Leslie made sure to give us all of the information we needed to be comfortable during our stay upon booking and even directions to the property.Make sure to back in. The road isn't super busy but there is a blind hill next to the drive that makes backing out a bit tricky.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willy K., The Netherland

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

A great place to be

The cottage is very comfortabel and the location is wonderful. A good bed for a good night sleep. Near the water, near nice restaurants and near enough to Arcadia national park and Bar Harbor. A great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth m., Brooklyn NY

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

Clean, beautiful cottage!

We loved our stay on the Quiet Side of mount desert island. Beautiful garden makes up for lack of direct lake views but access to hikes, carriage roads and coast is easy to get to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Acadia Maine

The property was great. The listing from vrbo was incorrect at verification, said property is in Georgia not Maine. The owner is fantastic. Gave local recommendations amd was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Cozy comfortable cottage

This was a great experience for us. The location is central to Acadia National Park which was the main reason for our visit. The property is beautiful with a gorgeous outdoor patio; the inside is clean, comfortable, and warm and cozy Fully equipped with everything we needed and much more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

sara w.

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

Quiet and Seclusion

Great property on the quiet side with a lovely patio garden. Easy drive into Southwest Harbor for shopping and restaurants. Upstairs living space with TV a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Fall in Acadia

Four nights in Bass Harbor were very nice. Great little place for the 2 of us. Everything we needed. Thx Leslie for the great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

The perfect New England cottage

My husband and I came to Maine for our one year wedding anniversary and it was absolutely perfect! The cottage was quaint and lovely. Leslie was so wonderful and helpful. We are already planning our next trip back and would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

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

Beautiful Cabin in the Woods

The house was perfect; adorable, comfy, and very welcoming. Garden was beautifully maintenance and perfect for mornings watching the sunrise with coffee. Leslie was a great host and extremely responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Stephen K.

Quaint and private cottage

Well appointed and quiet. Nice small flower garden and patio area. Only a few minutes from Southwest Harbor shops and restaurants. Within walking distance of a convenience store. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jane V., Benicia

Cozy and comfortable seaside home

We enjoyed the location near Bass Harbor, away from the tourist-packed Bar Harbor. Everything we wanted was easily accessed - hiking, carriage trails, Cadillac Mtn., and other smaller towns on the island. Leslie was easy to work with and was very accommodating in responding to my questions prior to arrival. A great get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nancy V.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Perfect cozy cottage surrounded by beautiful gardens. Owner stocks everything you could need for comfort and convenience. Lots to do in area. Bar Harbor only about a 20 minute drive away. Great access to all Acadia Nat'l Park has to offer. Great restaurants close to home. Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Lamb

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Acadia is our favorite place to be. When we purchased the property, it wasn't so pretty, and we have spent years doing construction and gardening. After much hard work it is a pretty and comfortable cottage. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

we purchased this property, as we knew it had potential for a great little cottage one house in from the water.

What makes this property unique

You will be on the "Quiet Side", away from the crowds in Bar Harbor, but still very near many hikes which are part of Acadia, but are located on our side of the island. We are also only 3 miles from Echo Lake.

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