Entire home

Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park.

Living room with dining table in the rear.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Hot tub
Washer
Pet-friendly
Fireplace

Explore the area

Hancock Point, Hancock, ME

Bar Harbor Whale Watching
Village Green
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪60 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park.

The large master bedroom on the first floor is equipped with a king bed and private bath. Second floor has four bed rooms, two singles, one queen and one with twin beds. One full bathroom and one half bath on the second floor.

The full kitchen with breakfast nook and skylight has a gas stove, microwave and oven. The large living room has a smart TV with dining area seating for up to 8.
A separate sun room off the living room with glass doors allows for some quiet reading. The large deck overlooks Frenchman's Bay with views of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Acadia is a 20 min motorboat ride and a forty minute drive.

Beach steps to the shore make it easy to launch kayaks and paddleboards.

Part of the yard is fenced and gated for pets. Quiet non-destructive pets are allowed but not on the furniture.

Property manager

Susan Luke

Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

Similar properties

The front yard beach, where you can launch your kayak or sun bathe for the day.

Sea view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)

There is and additional $75 pet cleaning fee.

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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hancock

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Hancock Point, a neighbourhood in Hancock. 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. Seacoast Fun Park and Downeast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and rock climbing nearby.

Hancock Point, Hancock, ME

What's nearby

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 56 min drive - 49.1 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 60 min drive - 52.7 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪Geddy's - ‬56 min drive
‪Fish House Grill - ‬56 min drive
‪Paddys Irish Pub Bar Harbor - ‬56 min drive
‪Reading Room Restaurant - ‬57 min drive
‪Galyn's - ‬56 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly home across Frenchman's Bay from Acadia National Park. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hancock Point holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tidal Falls, Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Sullivan Harbor Farm. Indian Point Trailhead and Kisma Preserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

8 Jun, 2025

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

Family friendly home right on the water

Loved staying in this bayside home. Close enough to Arcadia and Bar Harbor for day visits but away from tourists. We enjoyed the spacious home. Everyone had their own space to relax. I do feel that the hot tub needs to be taken off the amenities because it’s a tub in the master bath that isn’t in use anymore. But we all enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

20 Sept, 2022

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

Beautiful, quiet and private location

Very comfortable house and beautiful setting made our stay wonderful.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

6 Aug, 2024

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

Great vacation

Our stay was very comfortable. The home was clean and the neighborhood quiet. The kitchen was well equipped. We particularly enjoyed our walks on the beach with our English Setter.

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

23 Jul, 2022

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

7th year staying on Hancock Point

Crosby’s are very accommodating So appreciate their sharing this treasure of a property with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Spyridon S.

10 Sept, 2023

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

The Sunset of Life Well Lived

A wonderful family cottage filled with the remarkable memories of a glorious age gone past. Warm, friendly and comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

24 Aug, 2024

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

Another wonderful week

This was our 11th summer renting from the Crosby family. So appreciative that they share this classic summer cottage with us. We'll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

12 Jul, 2023

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

Really nice spot

Loved how cozy the property was, but also extremely private and an amazing waterfront spot. As a bonus the neighbors on the street were friendly. Also Carol was very quick to back to us.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

15 Jul, 2023

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

Another wonderful week

Location! Location! Location! Been here many times- Beautiful, quiet Serene. Well equipped. Hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

11 Oct, 2024

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

Just the best

Every time we walk into this house we take a deep breath. It is so comfortable, so beautiful, so full of light. It has a history and feels like family. We love it. The views, the deck, the fenced yard for the dogs. We will come back over and over again. Thanks to the family for opening their home to us.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

18 Jun, 2022

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

Beautiful property…

Peaceful and relaxing property. The views are just stunning and we spent much of our time admiring them. Easy drive to parks, hiking and neighboring towns to visit. Thank you to the Crosby family for making this home available to us. Rod and Gina Lister

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne Z.

18 Oct, 2021

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

Hancock Point

Excellent location with beautiful ocean views to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Lovely Maine beach. Private (October stay). Convenient access to Bar Harbor, Schoodic, and even Quoddy Light. Enjoyed hearing waves at night when going to bed through open window

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

14 Sept, 2024

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

Beautiful, quiet getaway

This is our second time staying here. The house is so comfortable with beautiful ocean views. A big kitchen that is well stocked with every dish/utensils any cook needs. A super comfortable primary bed is a welcome at the end of a fun day on the Maine coast. The living/dining areas are comfortable. We enjoy all the books and family mementos/history that adorn the house. The house is located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood with local country roads to take long walks. We truly loved staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Julie D.

6 Jul, 2024

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

Wonderful in every way

This was a fantastic trip! The home is lovely, full of character, comfortable, and clean. The beach is amazing. We enjoyed exploring Acadia and other beautiful places in the area, but our family was equally excited to return to the house and beach so we could soak in the the sunsets, loon calls, seals eating dinner, sea glass finds, fireflies, and many other charms (our youngest loved the doll house upstairs!) Our whole family had a great week. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

27 Sept, 2023

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

Comfortable and spacious, great location!!

This is an older home with a great sense of being in the family for generations, and plenty of places to relax, both inside and out. Some would feel it could use updating but it is comfortably clean and the private beach was the perfect location for me to paint. The surrounding area is great for walking, bicycling and hiking. We also enjoyed being able to just sit on the deck watching the boats, fishermen and wildlife. It is very quiet and private, but just a short car ride (40 minutes) to Bar Harbor and Acadia Park. We had a wonderful time and would definitely go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

15 Sept, 2021

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

Great place with an amazing view right on the water

We loved our stay at the Crosby home. It was a perfect fit for our family to once again touch base with our New England roots. It was a bit like stepping back to a more charming time - no sterile white walls here. The huge kitchen was so much fun to cook in and the living room and sunroom were great gathering spaces. But best of all was the deck and view from nearly every window looking out onto Frenchmen’s Bay. We thank the Crosby family for sharing this wonderful treasure. We have already booked our return.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

madeline g.

25 Jul, 2024

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

Tranquil & Serene

Great location with beautiful views of Frenchman's Bay. House was located about 100ft from the bay with it's own private beach. The home was fully equipped with all the necessary items you need. Especially enjoyed the large master bedroom with adjoining bathroom after a long days outing. Would definitely visit again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

20 Oct, 2022

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

Home

As I grew up on the ‘Point’ every summer and the whole summer, I felt as though I had come home. The view is a WOW. The huge beach is awesome. The amenities were great. The deck was huge and perfect for just relaxing to listen and see what was happening water and lobster boat wise. The gulls did their yakking, the breeze did its sending the sea and pine scent. It was fun to see the cruise ships come in, anchor, across the bay over at Bar Harbor…and be happy not to be on one! The caretaker, Michelle was fabulous. It was fun to just walk down the road to my sister and cousin. We had a totally relaxing time at Hancock and your house.! Thank you thank you!😊

Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

3 Jul, 2022

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

Excellent!

Authentic and rustic in a beautiful setting,

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louann W.

29 Sept, 2021

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

Quiet Neighborhood Gem

A real family place. We felt right at home. Wonderful to have a private beach. This is what I wanted; a typical older home on the coast of Maine and it did not disappoint. It takes about 45 minutes to get to Acadia but Hancock Point is quiet and no crowds. Great place for walkers and runners.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oslaida F.

28 Aug, 2021

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

Acadia memories

Spacious and comfortable for multi generational family. Away from large crowds, but good distance to the national park, both Mt. Desert Island and Schoodic Pt. Gorgeous view of the bay and splendid sunsets. We loved our stay and made great memories.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

25 Jul, 2021

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

Crosby House

This is a repeat stay for us- and we will be back Comfortable, very family friendly house Definitely know we are on the coast from the beautiful views and sounds of the waves Beach easily accessible Has everything we need -

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

10 Sept, 2020

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

first time in Maine

it was a nice experience for the first time in Maine right on the beach short drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia Park. I enjoyed the hikes in Acadia Park and going out to the beach and watching the ocean the lobsters were good but they don't stand a chance.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Rachael B.

21 Jul, 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous ocean views from private beach!

We stayed for a week and had beautiful weather for the most part which meant we were able to enjoy the beach, kayaking and Acadia National Park everyday! Beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of room for everyone. Kitchen was very well equipped, which made it easy to cook meals. Great property, fantastic location!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., West Kingston, Rhode Island

9 Sept, 2019

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

Spacious Waterfront Stay for 2 Families Vacationing Together!

Spacious home right on the water! Plenty of bedrooms and baths (2 full + 2 half-baths) for two families to vacation together without tripping over each other! Nice kitchen, well-equipped with quality utensils & cookware. Two deck levels, with a nice mix for sun worshippers and those who prefer shade! Great referral by Carol to a canoe-rental guy who dropped off and picked up right from the driveway. The private beach was fantastic and is one of the largest of such in the area (we canoed up and down the shore and checked out the others' - most are not even in the same league!) Beds were very comfortable - again, high-quality! Washer/dryer a huge plus for families traveling with kids! Close to Acadia National Park, good lobster places, and all sorts of other activities. Screened-in porch was a nice place for the adults to play cards after the kids were all in bed. We had some initial confusion with getting the satellite TV to work for us, but after a quick text or two, we were helped out beautifully! Would we go back?? You bet!!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Renee C., New Canaan CT

21 Aug, 2019

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

Spacious, Peaceful, Waterfront home

Another beautiful week in Hancock point on the water . Trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor were easy. There was more than enough space for our family of 5 to be together or apart. A beautiful spacious master overlooking the water 4 upstairs bedrooms with 2 additional bathrooms ensured that 3 teenagers were able to have their own space to relax, study and enjoy time alone when needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Susan Luke

The Crosby Family home has been in the family since grandfather professor Lamar Crosby purchased it in the 1920's as a summer home for his family during university breaks. His children Lamar and Oliver spent every summer sailing and hiking and eventually brought their own families to share the summer traditions.

Oliver retired as US Ambassador in 1980 and with his wife Eleanor fully insulated the property as their retirement home. Eleanor made many additions to the original home to meet the needs of the family. Their children Michael, Jane and Hunter spent every summer in HP (Hancock Point) and consider it their home base as the family lived all over the world while Oliver was with the US State Department.

With the passing of Oliver at 94.5 years in 2014 his children and their families are protecting the property for the next generation but many live far away and can't spend entire summers at the family home. Renting it helps assure that we can keep it for many more generations. We hope you will enjoy it too.
The house is open seasonally June through October. Minimum rental is one week.

Why they chose this property

The view from the deck and large pitcher window overlooking the bay are spectacular in any season. My father in law, Oliver, would say, "We suffer...but not too much!"
No matter what the weather the well insulated home is a pleasure at anytime of the year. The fall foliage is just as exciting as the summer water fun.