Oceanfront Cottage, Near Acadia National Park, Private Beach

Thanks so much, Carolyn, for the great review! As can be seen from the photos, the cottage is on an elevated flat lot and there are indeed a lot of stairs to the beach. We do not restrict families with young children from renting because there is a fence across the top of the property, with a gate to the stairs. However, families are encouraged to decide what feels safe for their children when they decide on making a reservation. We bought the cottage when our youngest was four and they all (3) enjoyed playing on the beach, where the the access to the water is gradual with no sharp drop off. Obviously close supervision of children is important. We are glad you did not miss having a TV. We don't either which is why we have never had one at this cottage. We must admit that we do occasionally use the wifi to connect our own laptop to stream some entertainment but mostly we just enjoy the peace and quiet, reading the books provided or playing the board games, or doing puzzles. Of course there is also a lot to do in the surrounding area, including concerts, and the local theaters (movies, music, and live performances) in Bar Harbor and Ellsworth. It is a different kind of getaway. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay.

Dear Robert, Thank you for your kind comments about the layout and design of the cottage. As to the complaint by the little red squirrel that he has to jump the small gap at the top of the beach stairs gate, we thought he would get the hang of of it! However, he now clearly has an ally to advocate for him, so we will ask our handyman to fix the latch. Thanks for bringing it to our attention :) Pat and Bob

Thanks so much, Elizabeth, for the great review. And thanks for being understanding about the ice maker and water dispenser on the fridge. This problem has now been fixed but we are sorry we couldn't get it fixed fast enough for your stay. Every spring we come and stay a few days at the cottage to be sure everything is in good working order prior to our first guests. Unfortunately, this year, we were disappointed to discover that our Frigidaire refrigerator was malfunctioning in regard to the water valve on the fridge. The fridge is less that 2 years old and was purchased new so we were not expecting that a part would need to be ordered. They don't make them like they used to!

You are most welcome!

Thanks so much to Jim for the great review. One point of clarification. The cottage is direct ocean front on Western Bay. Across the bay is Cadillac Mountain, in Acadia National Park. The cottage is not on a lake.