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Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home

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A cabin with a dock extending into a river surrounded by forest.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with bar stools.
A cabin with a dirt path leading to it, surrounded by trees.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of trees and a body of water, and a sign on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with blue placemats.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ellsworth, ME
  • Place, Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ellsworth City Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home

Located on Leonard Lake, this 2BR waterfront retreat is the ideal choice for a tranquil getaway. Nestled on a 1.5-acre wooded lot, your vacation rental has a private dock for fishing and swimming, a firepit, and a gas grill. With stunning sunsets from the dock and amazing views from within the home, you find yourself surrounded by quiet while within the city. A perfect get away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.

When you want to explore, downtown Ellsworth is 5 minutes away, while Acadia National Park is 30 minutes from home.

LIVING AREA

Unwind on the sectional in the sunlit living area, which has an electric fireplace and a smart TV.

KITCHEN & DINING

The updated kitchen is appointed with a full suite of stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and a four-person kitchen bar.

A bistro table seats two for meals.

BED & BATH

This home sleeps four guests in two bedrooms.

The primary bedroom has a king bed, while the second bedroom has two twin beds. The bathroom is configured with a walk-in shower.

OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES

The wooded backyard features a shady oasis to sit & enjoy blissful days. A private dock is perfect for fishing and swimming. Take the provided kayaks out on the lake.

Make use of the gas grill and host an afternoon cookout. In the evening, gather around the wood-burning firepit.

EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS

Complimentary Wi-Fi, life jackets, and a washer/dryer are provided.

Parking is available for two cars in the driveway.

This home has a single-level layout.

The bedrooms are equipped with window air-conditioning units.

LOCATION

Downtown Ellsworth is just 5 minutes away from shopping and dining. Explore the hiking trails and seashore at Acadia National Park, a 30-minute drive from home.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3784675vb
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
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

Ellsworth

Ellsworth is home to this holiday home. Ellsworth Congregational Church and Woodlawn Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Seacoast Fun Park are also worth visiting.
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Grand Theatre - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Ellsworth City Hall - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Ellsworth Historical Society - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Ellsworth Congregational Church - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home ?

As of 3 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home on 26 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,035, 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 Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Leonard Lake Retreat, Beautiful Waterfront Home located?

Situated in Ellsworth, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters, Ellsworth Public Library and Ellsworth Historical Society. Ellsworth City Hall and Grand Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Updated and perfect set up with everything you would need to make you feel at home. We really enjoyed our stay and the owners are quick to respond to any needs. We would stay here again and enjoyed the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property! The house is right on the lake, so quiet and serene yet just a couple of minutes drive from the town center. We loved the wall of windows giving us a fabulous view of the lake. The home is clean, the kitchen well appointed, and the bed is so comfortable after a day of hiking. Our hosts responded immediately and courteously whenever we had questions. We felt very welcome. We will happily stay here again if we make it back to Maine!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great spot! Felt like home and it was wonderful having a view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for a nice and quiet family getaway. Everything was well stocked, the house was clean and the location was very convenient for travelers who want to explore Acadia National Park. The setting behind the home is serene and peaceful. We would highly recommend both the property and its owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute property with a quaint feel and beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was everything we wanted for our adventures in Maine. It was clean, had all the things to make it feel like home and the added bonus of being on the lake! We enjoyed the kayaks, fire pit and corn hole. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, well-appointed home! It was a great homebase for our trip Downeast. Beds were comfy, living room was cozy, and my family loved the provided kayaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect!! Loved the lake behind the house and kayaks available for use. House was clean and the host communication was great. Required little from us in the checkout process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This space was exactly as described. It was homey and the living room area having the open kitchen space with the windows looking to the lake was so beautiful. It was a clean space and there were so many spices and dry food items left from previous guests and we took advantage of that. There was was ample ziploc bags and to go containers so we could store our food we made. The binder was full of things to do and places to eat. The firepit was awesome and we used it twice during our stay. Having a washer and dryer in unit was great too, I was able to do my laundry before heading home. The lake was gorgeous and we took advantage of the kayaks. That was one of the reasons I booked and so glad I did. It was very peaceful, quiet and having a space looking out to the lake was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was fantastic. Exactly what is listed, the home is clean and well looked after. We didn’t need to communicate with the host because everything was well laid out and in working order. The water view is unbeatable, the quiet area was exactly what we were looking for. Check out was a very simple process, they didn’t expect us to do bedding laundry or be housekeeping in the morning. All of the beds were comfortable and the space was exactly what was pictured in the website.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed our stay! A house on a lake, fall foliage and an amazing sunrise!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed the stay

Loved staying at property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review and come back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice stay in this very quiet home by the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review and keep us in mind if you ever come back to the Downeast coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First, let me say we absolutely loved this home! It was even more beautiful in person than the photos suggested. The decor was charming, and it was clear that so much thought and care had gone into making every part of the home comfortable and welcoming.The lake was absolutely gorgeous, peaceful, scenic, and everything we had hoped for. The house was spotless, incredibly well stocked, and perfect for our family. Even during a heat wave, it stayed cool and comfortable. The beds were amazingly comfortable, and we appreciated the great selection of DVDs for relaxing in the evenings or on rainy days.The location was ideal for exploring the area, with easy drives to Bangor, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and the charming downtown area of Ellsworth. We also loved that the hosts provided a book of local recommendations, which helped us discover some wonderful places.The hosts were fantastic from start to finish and made everything easy. They truly helped make our trip to Maine unforgettable. We would happily stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!View was gorgeous!House was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous place!

A really gorgeous location. Beautifully decorated and very well equipped.Would definitely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Very nice place to home base for trips to Acadia NP! Home is stocked well and has a lovely location on a lake. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your kind words. Please come see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
property was just as advertised and owner was a pleasure to deal with. everything about the house was excellent, comfortable and in perfect working order and condition. we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and please share our location with others. And, of course, come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for Acadia

The location is perfect if you are looking for a more affordable option outside of Bar Harbor. The property was wonderful and had all the ammeneties we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2024
Thanks for reviewing our property and giving us 5 stars! We are so glad that liked the location, affordability and amenities... You are welcome back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and very clean and decorated so nice. Location on the lake was excellent. We just didn’t like the neighborhood in the immediate area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Peaceful and perfect all around. Clean and very comfortable! Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Spot

Great place, great spot, and great communication. Definitely a place we would use again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thanks for sharing your experience and for staying with us. Please comeback and see us again soon.

About the host

Hosted by Jason and Suzie Smith

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I am a high school teacher in the KC area and my wife is a Pharmacist working in an outpatient hospital pharmacy. We have traveled the coast of Maine for years and love our second home - Ellsworth, ME. Though we don't live in the area full time, we have been apart of the Downeast community for 20+ years. We have owned several properties here and love to share all the wonders of Maine with our friends and family. It truly is a special place. We love Ellsworth, and think our little town is a fantastic place to live, work, and visit. We are pretty meticulous about the upkeep of our homes, and we work very hard to ensure our guests feel comfortable while staying here. We believe our guest they will find our lakeside homes to be a peaceful place to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring all the area has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Leonard Lake is a hidden gem, right in the heart of Ellsworth. This lake is so quiet and peaceful, you rarely see anyone on the water. As one of the only waterfront homes on the lake, we feel like its our own private place to fish, kayak or swim.

What makes this property unique

This cozy home was originally built in 1964. We bought the home from the original owners and did a complete gut and remodel down to the studs. Every inch of the home is new, and we have put in many personal touches that define Maine's quality of life and immense beauty. Additionally, the home is so close to the water, you feel like you can almost touch it from the any of the windows. The firepit and patio area are perfect for gathering with family and enjoying the beautiful sunsets over the water.

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