Acadia Birdwatching & Hiking Base: Pet-Friendly with Refreshing Outdoor Shower

Listen to the birdsong from this peaceful location near Acadia and all MDI has to offer!

A new multi-tier landscape and stone walkway will be completed in 2027 to enhance the property's approach and exterior appeal. This updated entrance design incorporates natural boulders and fresh plantings framing the gray-shingled facade and side deck.


Property Description:

Nestled in a quiet woodland clearing, Bird Haven is your newly renovated sanctuary for reconnecting with nature. Spend your mornings birdwatching from the sun-drenched yard and your nights stargazing under a vast, beautiful sky. Inside, you’ll find a fresh, modern aesthetic with all-new furnishings designed for post-hike relaxation. Whether you’re picnicking at nearby Pretty Marsh or exploring the shops in Southwest Harbor, this secluded gem is the "delightful find" your Acadia vacation deserves.

FIRST FLOOR: The entry leads to a combined Dining Room and Kitchen. High top dining table seats 6 people. The table expands to seat up to eight people. Note the telescope trained on the birdhouses and the mature woods surrounding the side yard! The kitchen has all-new appliances, counter seating for two, and a sliding door leading to the furnished deck overlooking the yard. To the left of the entry is a comfortable Living Room with a TV and a gas-powered fireplace. A half bath is also located next to the Living Room.

SECOND FLOOR: Two bedrooms, each with a queen bed. Full Bath with a combined tub and shower. Laundry closet with a maximum capacity washer and dryer.

LOWER LEVEL: (Not pictured) The stairs to the lower level lead to a small hallway and a bedroom featuring a Queen bed and a TV. Note that there is no bath on this level and no door on the bedroom for safety reasons.

OUTDOOR SPACES: Side deck with furnishings and propane grill. Outdoor shower. Large protected yard with a fire pit, surrounded by mature woods. Note that the detached barn is not available for Tenant use.

PET-FRIENDLY: Please submit your pet's age, weight, and breed for approval. The pet fee is $150/pet. Please be sure to pick up after your pet and bring something along for your pet to sleep in, if left unattended.

Previous guest reviews:

Bird Haven is a home that exemplifies the quiet side of the island … off the beaten path, where the sound of the birds is louder than the road and where you are closer to nature than commerce. This location allows you to feel like you are a world away from civilization, but the liveliness of Bar Harbor is within a 20- 25-minute drive. Whether you are up for adventure or shopping, both are available nearby in Southwest Harbor. Seal Cove is just a few minutes away, where you can have a picnic or go watch the sunset, or see the Milky Way. The house is a very clean and lovingly renovated jewel. Three cozy bedrooms and an open kitchen/dining room/living room area allow comfortable areas for time alone or fun interactive time! Tucked away in a hidden wood, there is a very large deck that provides a perfect outdoor space. For anyone who enjoys the better things in life, there is also a new outdoor cedar shower!

-Tawnia

Bird Haven is the perfect name for this house. One morning, I sat on the back deck drinking coffee, listening to a variety of bird songs. I was curious about what birds were singing to me, so I opened my Merlin app. The app identified 10 birds. It felt like a dream, and it was such a welcome morning after the traditional hustle and bustle of normal day life. While we aren’t hiking, we love hitting the water at Seal Cove Pond, located only 10 minutes away. It’s truly a hidden gem of Acadia National Park. You can swim, kayak, or paddleboard here. Last summer, a bald eagle flew out of a tree in front of me while I was paddling. Definitely bring your binoculars if you come. The house has all the amenities we needed. The beds are comfortable, and we got a great night’s sleep every evening so we could rest up for the next day’s adventure. I love to cook, and there were plenty of new pots and pans, appliances, and an outdoor grill. Speaking of outdoors, there is a beautiful cedar outdoor shower. We were glad to experience the Quiet Side of the island and have already booked again for this summer.

-Kathryn