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Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard.

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10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center8 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCadillac Mountain22 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard.

Come and stay for a unique experience of Somes Sound Harbor. The Sound is the only fjard in the East coast. This fjard runs deep into Mount Desert Island, the main site of Acadia National Park. See eagles, hawks, herons, wild fowls & other wildlife right at your backyard. Complimentary kayaks & life vests are available to explore the Harbor. Enjoy sunrise, sunsets, moonrises or stargaze from the dock.

Located at Mount Desert Island- with convenient access to Bar Harbor (10-15 mins drive) & Acadia National Park. The house is in between the Somesville Library & The Gallery at Somes Sound. The historic Somesville Museum & Gardens is right across the street. There are multiple hiking trails closeby.

You can't get any closer to the water than this with wildlife right in your backyard! The waterfront is tidal which is awesome. On high tide the ocean water is about 5 feet from the house. High tide is about 8-12 feet high. Low tide is perfect for beach exploration.

This is a 3 level house with 3 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bath. The fourth full bathroom is located on the main level. There are two master bedrooms located respectively on the upper and lower levels of the house. Each with cozy king size beds. The second bedroom in the upper level has two queen beds. This waterfront vacation home offers unforgettable views of Somes Harbor with its backdrop mountains of Acadia National Park. There's regular wildlife in your backyard! The backyard also features a private wharf with gangway to the floating dock.

Located right in the middle of the Historic Village of Somesville. The house is located between the Somesville Library and the Gallery at Somes Sound. Across the street to the left side is the historic Somesville Museum & Gardens with the famous picturesque Somesville wooden walk bridge. Very conveniently located for exploring Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Mill Pond is on the right side of the house. During Spring, Alewives (fish) would swarm under the private wharf waiting for the tide to be high enough for them to swim to the fish ladder towards Mill Pond then to Somes Pond. The beautiful Echo Lake with its sandy beach and Long Pond which is perfect for kayaking & stand up paddle boarding are just 5-7 minutes from the house .

The Upper Level of this vacation home features two bedrooms. The master bedroom has an expansive picture window of Somes Harbor. The Master Bedroom features king size bed, ensuite bath (walk in shower, vanity, toilet), smart tv, and comfortable power Leather Italia loveseat. The second bedroom has two soft and cozy queen beds and an en-suite bath (walk in shower, vanity, toilet).

The Lower Level Master bedroom has an open concept design. This bedroom is accessed via the main level with full flight of stairs with rail on the left upon coming down. It has sliding glass door that exits to the waterfront where the private wharf and dock are located. This room features, a beautiful picture window with seating for three. There is an entertainment area with power reclining Leather Italia loveseat to view the smart TV. The full bath features a free standing bath tub, vanity sink, & toilet. This lower level also houses the laundry room with one washer and two dryers.

The main floor (level with the parking area) features the living room with comfortable oversized 2 leather loveseats and 1 sofa. Sit back and enjoy our huge 75 inch smart TV. Dine and enjoy the Harbor view through the wide picture window . Breakfast nook has seating for 3 and the dining table with seating for 5. The kitchen has full size appliances: fridge, stove top oven, dishwasher, counter top microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and blender.

The house is four seasons. During the cooler months of the year the house has two sources of heat: Heat Pumps and Electric baseboard heat.

The backyard features propane fire pit with comfortable polywood Adirondock chairs. A private wharf with gangway to the float for easy access to the water. The waterfront is tidal. There's 3 adult Kayaks, 1 child kayak, and 3 stand up paddle boards. There is life vests for guest to use at their own discretion. They are complimentary. The wharf has outdoor dining table with seating for 8 with the propane fired grill right next to it.

The property can park two vehicles parallel to each other. No room for a third vehicle. We have an EV charger that can be used with a fee.

This house was designed with guest comfort in mind. There are many spaces to spread around.

The outdoor patio furniture, grill, private wharf, gangway, and dock will not be available from November to April. The propane grill however can be available on demand during the cold months. Please let the host know.

Property manager

Mercedes Ang / Robard Abraham
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Sea view

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We would appreciate if you don’t wear outdoor shoes inside the house. You can bring in your favorite indoor house slippers.
If you have muddied and sand filled clothing or footwear, clean it first before placing in the washing machine. Water spigot on left side of house.
Use of kayaks and stand up paddle boards at guests own risk. No lifeguard onsite. Ages 0-21 years old Must use life vest and supervised at all times.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Somesville

Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 8 min drive
  • Village Green - 13 min drive
  • Otter Cliff - 16 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 14 min drive
  • Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 20 min drive
  • Shell - 11 min walk
  • Tan Turtle Tavern - 12 min drive
  • Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, easy access
Lovely home in great location to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic family vacation near Acadia National Park
Our family of 5 loved our 3-night stay in this beautiful home! The expansive windows on each level of the home provided a panoramic view of the Sommes sound waterfront, allowing us to see the coming and going of the tide and fishing birds. We enjoyed a fantastic hike and scenic drive in Acadia National Park, just 20 minutes away. Bar Harbor, also only around 20 minutes' drive, was a great place for a nice meal out. The home itself was warm and cozy, with great heating, 3 spacious bedrooms, a well-appointed kitchen, and a wide-screen TV and great couches for family movie nights. The host, Robard, was incredibly helpful, shoveling show from a late-season snowstorm. The home itself was immaculately clean! We would love to stay in this home again someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRANDON B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall colors and temperatures
Our group enjoyed so many features of your property....location, views, comfort and fast response from the owner! We even talked about when we return to Maine would we stay here again and the answer was YES!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% Will Return!
Next time we will plan to stay longer! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doranne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
The house was wonderful and the view was awesome! Fishing from the kayaks was a plus! Area hikes were close by. Traffic noise on the main road was a downer but once in the house or on the dock one did it notice. Great place for memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mercedes Ang / Robard Abraham

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We moved to Maine in 2005 and have fallen in love with this beautiful State. From the crisp clean air, crystal clear lakes, majestic mountains, bold coast. We love being so close to Acadia National Park. We enjoy the outdoors and love to fish, hike, & eat good food.

Why they chose this property

We love waterfront properties. This is just about 5 feet away from the water on high tide, that's how close you are. Great private wharf with gangway to the dock where you can lauch the kayak and explore the Sound on high tide. We updated this house with three picture windows that showcase beacutiful views of the mountain and the Sound.

What makes this property unique

We love the three levels of this house. It could house two families without being in each others way because it has two master bedrooms. One on the upper level and another on the lower level. Each of the three bedrooms has its own on suite bath. Plus a bonus full bath on the main level. You are just a step away from the Somesville Library, Gallery, and the Museum and Garden. You are at the heart of the Village of Somesville. You are also just a few minutes from great hiking trails and great bodies of water both salt and fresh water.

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English

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