Our stay at Heron Pool was delightful. The home is charmingly weathered but very comfortable with every convenience. The location is fantastic- 15 mins from Bar Harbor and 15 mins from “the quiet side” (southwest and northeast) making visitors to the national park perfectly positioned to easily enjoy all the island has to offer. However, the very best part of this home was the property. The view from every window is stunning. The meadow between the yard and the sound was filled with wildflowers. The inlet the house sits on is quiet, secluded and serene. The walk to the dock, the dock itself, and views from it are picturesque. Our 4 young children had no end to delight exploring and playing in the yard and on the shore. The home is set back from the road so that, while easily accessible, it feels very private. This home felt like a cozy retreat magically set in a wonderland. We could have stayed forever. Additionally, the host and caretaker were very responsive and accommodating. Notes to future guests: ask the caretaker about heating and cooling prior to arrival, I did not find the system intuitive. The home no longer had a swing set but our children did not need one, there was plenty of space for them to play and explore without it.