Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
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Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Enjoy a Secluded Location on Mount Desert Close to Acadia National Park
Enjoy a secluded location close to the middle of the Island – the perfect spot to relax in the summer sun, walk in the woods, or take a 5 minute walk to nearby Somes Pond for swimming or kayaking. Yet, only a short drive to Southwest Harbor or Bar Harbor. Also, there are 4 separate lakes and swim areas within 3 miles! The high cathedral ceiling of the main room and many windows open to the south onto a large deck and an expansive lawn secluded from the sound of traffic. The basement and main living space have air conditioning. The house sits on a 2 acre lot and is very private with woods on all 4 sides. The owner maintains an apartment above the attached garage that he occupies with his wife, with separate entrance and no window views to the lawn or adjacent house. Located nearly 800 feet from the nearest road, the sound of birds is all you will hear. The home has 3 bedrooms: 2 bedrooms with queen beds and the other with twin beds, with additional sleeping options in the office and recreation room. A large, southern facing living room and dining room with a sliding glass door provides lots of sunshine and easy access to the front deck. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, large refrigerator, and all the typical kitchen appliances and supplies. The two bathrooms compliment one another: one is a self-contained bathroom with the shower, sink and toilet all in one room. The other bathroom has a washer/dryer and sink in one room with the walk-in shower and toilet in an adjoining room. This allows more people access to getting ready, do the laundry, etc. The walkout basement is fully furnished with 2 futons, a 49' flat screen TV, books, and games for the whole family. The 5,000 square front lawn provides plenty of space to play wiffle ball, horseshoes, run around, and generally enjoy the Maine outdoors, while the side lawn is fenced in and great for young children or pets. A covered brick patio offers a barbecue area.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1. Pets are limited to two. More than this requires approval from owner. The pet fee is PER dog.
2. No swimming pools or outside setup of tents, or similar items.
3. All trash must be bagged in plastic trash bags (10 gallon or more) and placed in garbage bin by garage door.
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Property # 476345vb
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 and a first aid kit
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
Mount Desert
Located in Somesville, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 14 min drive - 18.4 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
Cadillac Mountain - 25 min drive - 24.1 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House - 22 min drive
Abel's Lobster - 6 min drive
The Original Travelin' Lobster - 7 min drive
Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - 14 min drive
Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Enjoy a Secluded Location on Mount Desert Close to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Enjoy a Secluded Location on Mount Desert Close to Acadia National Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Enjoy a Secluded Location on Mount Desert Close to Acadia National Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enjoy a Secluded Location on Mount Desert Close to Acadia National Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Enjoy a Secluded Location on Mount Desert Close to Acadia National Park located?
This family-friendly Mount Desert holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Acadia Repertory Theater and Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Michael Bush
Pam grew up on Mount Desert Island. She was born in Bar Harbor and lived in Northeast Harbor with her 4 brothers and sisters and parents. We moved to Somesville and this house in 2002, when Pam began working in the local school system, where she is retired from being the principal in Tremont. We have two grown sons and a family Pet, Posey, an 18 lb 'Bug'. We love the island and living on it. It is a beautiful place but even more than that, you can do so many things: swim, fish, climb mountains, walk on carriage trails, go boating, kayaking, canoeing, lots of places to swim in both fresh and ocean water, and most of all, it is simply one of the most beautiful places you could ever see.
Why they chose this property
This property is central on Mount Desert Island, giving you great access to the entire park, and both sides of the Island. Whether you choose the 'busy' commercial side of the Island where the majority of the park is, or the 'backside', where there are still plenty of park offerings, but also the quieter communities of Southwest Harbor and Tremont. The home is secluded. You will barely see the nieghbor's property on one side. A large lawn and garden provide summer enjoyment, and the ability to sit on the deck and look onto the large Pine trees and nearby woods. Trimmed in pine with pine tongue and groove ceiling and large pine beams, the main room is the perfect invitation to the great outdoors, whether you open all the windows and let the breeze blow through and up through the sky lights, or look out at the dew upon the pines and flowers, we hope you'll enjoy things as much as we do.
What makes this property unique
One of my favorite attributes of my home is the location. It is centrally located on the island. I can drive to all sides of the island and off the island in about 15-20 minutes. This is a huge benefit! As I mentioned before, our home is surrounded by woods but we are minutes away from an Art Gallery, a small museum, and the town library. Tall pines sway in the summer breezes, and large oaks thrive just down the hill from the house. Along with this, I love the huge windows that face out to the lawn, trees, and blue sky. Every one who visits us always comments on how nice and airy our home is. Finally, the home is large enough for a family gathering. The large basement tv/recreation space and upstairs airy dining/family room space each provide something for everyone --- quiet and cool and airy and bright....not to mention the ready access to the front deck and yard, and large picnic table on the side deck.
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