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Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr

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A lakeside view from a deck with a wooden railing, dock, and surrounding greenery.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV stand.
A gravel path leading to a house labeled "Memory Cove" surrounded by dense foliage and trees.
A dining area with a wooden table, wicker chairs, and a patterned rug.
A cozy living room with a television, a dining area with wooden furniture, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Donnell Pond
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Franklin, ME
  • Place, Donnell Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr

Located on a large lake, beautiful, pristine, Donnell Pond in Downeast Maine. Welcome to 'Memory Cove'!
Donnell Pond is one of Maine's premier lakes, with miles of protected and forever wild shoreline. Quiet even at the height of summer, with beautiful mountain views, remote sand beaches, and hiking.
Built in the early '60s as our family's Maine summer 'camp', 'Memory Cove' is floor-to-ceiling knotty pine, rustic, and spacious with a large newly remodeled kitchen, bathroom, and deck. Our dining area seats six with a separate den to relax and enjoy TV. The deck is right off the front, with a gas grill and plenty of seating so you can relax and enjoy a summer meal while taking in the beauty of the pristine lake.
Just steps to the dock to grab a kayak, or canoe and paddle out to islands or perhaps the secluded sandy beaches for a picnic or a mountaintop hike. Shared swim float for sunbathing and swimming, kids love it!
Other amenities include full laundry, dishwasher, deck with a propane grill, fireplace inside, and a fire pit outside (bring some marshmallows!).
Swim, fish right off the dock, or just relax on the deck while taking in the spectacular beauty of the mountains and lake.
Use our 2-person canoe and several single-person kayaks for your enjoyment.
My parents, born and raised in Maine, built this home in 1963 as a summer retreat. Every summer my parents would load up the station wagon and with 8 kids in tow drive from New York to Franklin, Maine to spend the summer. In Maine, a summer lake home is often referred to as 'camp'. And truly in the early years, camp it was, with no running water or electricity and with 8 kids (some in diapers). We loved it and we can't imagine a childhood without swimming and being on the lake. Over the years 'camp' has evolved into a home, perhaps still a bit rough around the edges, but no better spot exists as far as we 'kids' believe.
It's our pleasure to share our home with you so that you can make your own everlasting memories of summer in Maine.
Welcome to Memory Cove!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 599555vb
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

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Wild Acadia Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Prayer Labyrith and Pirate s Cove Miniature Golf. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Donnell Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 36 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 48 min drive - 60.7 km
  • Village Green - 54 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 54 min drive - 66.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Sheep - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sullivan Harbor Farm Smokehouse - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Ironbound Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr?

As of 1 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr on 20 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,742, 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 Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home On Beautiful Donnells Pond,32 miles From Acadia N P and Bar Harbr located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Donnell Pond and within 6 mi (10 km) of Georges Pond and Black Beach. Great Pond and Spring River Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tim Leavitt

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Our parents, born and raised in Maine, built this home in 1963 as a summer retreat. Every summer my parents would load up the station wagon and with 8 kids in tow drive from New York to Franklin, Maine to spend the summer.
In Maine, a summer lake home is often referred to as 'camp'. And truly in the early years, camp it was, with no running water or electricity and with 8 kids.
We loved it and we can't imagine a childhood without swimming and playing in the lake.
Over the years 'camp' has evolved into a home, still a bit rough around the edges, but no better spot exists as far as we kids believe.
Welcome to 'Memory Cove'. It's our pleasure to share the memories.

Why they chose this property

Donnells Pond is one of Maine premier lakes.
Mostly undeveloped with it's shoreline protected as 'forever wild'. Think 'On Golden Pond'.

What makes this property unique

Although the pictures don't show it, Donnell Pond is a large lake. It's unique clover leaf shape hides much of it size until you kayak out to the middle. There are two very special and beautiful sand beaches with hiking opportunities too.
Beaches are rare in rocky Maine but Donnells has two spectacular sand beaches. And you have all of Acadia National Park, Schoodic Peninsula, and miles of 'Rails to Trails' nearby.
The hardest part will be dividing your time between staying put or off on a day trip.

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