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Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake and mountains.
A wooden interior with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a ladder.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, built on stilts, surrounded by trees.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, dresser, and large windows overlooking a forested area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a refrigerator, and bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 8 guests, this cottage features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It offers ocean views and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Located near the sea, it provides access to swimming, fishing, and mountain biking, as well as golf nearby. The stay is pet-friendly, and attractions include Beech Cliff Loop and Echo Lake Beach.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Mt Desert, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Echo Lake Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Maine Granite Industry Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bunk House Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Common Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor

Vacation house with bunk house ideal for one or two families on the shore of Somes Sound on Mount Desert Island near Acadia and Bar Harbor. Main house features large bedrooms at either end and an open living/dining area in the middle with vaulted ceilings and loft space. A modern kitchen and two full baths complete the layout with a washer/dryer in a separate utility space. All living spaces have water views and the property has direct access to the water on a private dock and shoreline. The bunk house features bunk beds for four and a separate bathroom and shower. This property offers access to all that Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor, and Acadia National Park offer yet provides a private, natural setting to enjoy your Maine vacation. Pets considered.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children need supervision because of terrain
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1024682vb
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 and a deadlock
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

Mount Desert

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Hall Quarry, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain climbing nearby.
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Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Maine Granite Industry Museum - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Long Pond - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Vacation Retreat Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor located?

Located in Hall Quarry, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Maine Granite Industry Museum and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Acadia National Park. Echo Lake Beach and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week at this lovely home. It is quiet and peaceful, and the house had everything we needed. The bunkhouse is a perfect space for teenagers. The grownups enjoyed relaxing on the deck and the dock. Great access to hiking trails nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is great, and host communication excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia NP visit

Great house near water, nice dock. Well equipped kitchen, dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this comfortable house with spectacular water views from every room. We especially enjoyed kayaking on Somes Sound and doing the Acadian Mountain hike (a short drive from the house.) The house was well-supplied with everything we needed. A thoroughly wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot!

We really loved everything about our stay. The house was clean and comfortable. We loved easily getting to all locations on the Island and kayaking from the shared dock. Recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! Beautiful, relaxing spot on the water . House was relaxing , comfortable , pictures were accurate . Good stock in kitchen for utensils etc . Beds were comfortable . Matt was very approachable and down to earth , good communication . Perfect week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia Vacation

Very happy with our choice to stay here for our Acadia vacation! The house is pet friendly which is super important for us, has a beautiful dock to enjoy the sound, and is close to hiking trails and not far from bar harbor. The host was super responsive to any questions as well. We will definitely stay here again if we’re planning another vacation to Acadia!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible

This was our second summer at this amazing property, and we are so grateful for our time here. The owners make everything so simple and relaxing. Can't wait to come back to this peaceful oasis along the ocean :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a unique place! Totally secluded and quiet. It is a really comfortable space with all the things you need. It is well off the beaten path, and yet a grocery store is just a couple of miles away. The perfect combination of rustic and convenient. Matt was a great host. Super responsive and took great care of us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

5 stars

Excellent all around. Perfect place to relax and hang out. Close to Acadia. Owners are fantastic. Couldn't recommend enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Thanks Nick! Great meeting your family and friends. Glad you enjoyed the place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 Stars – Unforgettable Experience!

Our stay was absolutely amazing! The views were breathtaking from every angle—truly a slice of paradise. The bunkhouse was perfect for the kids, giving them their own fun space, while the main cabin provided a cozy and comfortable retreat for the adults.We spent our days kayaking on the sound, where we were lucky enough to have a curious seal pop up to say hello! Bald eagles soared overhead, and we even spotted stunning waterfalls nearby.The location was ideal—an easy and scenic drive to fantastic hiking trails, Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and so much more.We couldn’t have asked for a better getaway. We’re already dreaming of our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Week of June 22 2024

Lovely property. We loved watching the bald eagles flying around the property each morning. Internet service was fine when we needed to use it . . which was not often. Loved the location. Would definitely recommend. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional Property in a beautiful place!

This property was amazing! Our extended family of 8 loved every minute of our time at this piece of paradise! The property exceeded expectations with the ocean front views, shoreline to explore, dock that is as able to accommodate our boat for the week and beautiful house and bunk house! Matt and Jackie were great host, promptly responded to questions before our arrival and gave great instructions for arrival! House was well equipped and had everything we needed. Definitely a 10/10 property as all of the reviews have stated. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and quiet

This property offered everything we hoped for...a quiet comfortable place, nicely stocked with equipment for those of us that like to cook and an amazing view. Its conveniently located near trails and sites making our daily travels easy. The driveway is intimidating, especially in the dark but with slow are careful attention you've got it. We'd definitely recommend or revisit. Matt was super and responded to questions when we reached out.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Setting

This place is great! Private, but still with lovely views of Somes Sound. We rented kayaks and saw harbor porpoises and seals during one early morning paddle. The house had everything we needed for our family of four and could easily accommodate more. Though none of us slept in the bunkhouse, the extra bathroom there was a plus. The property is on “the quiet side” of Acadia and very close to Acadia Mtn trailhead and Echo Lake for swimming/paddling and we took advantage of both. More touristy Bar Harbor is only a 20 min drive and we went there twice (biking, schooner cruise). Matt was very responsive and helpful. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property!

We had an incredible stay at this beautiful property in mid-August. Our teenage boys loved the bunkhouse and the loft spaces. The kitchen has everything you could need or want to make meals at home. It is very peaceful and secluded, despite being minutes from Southwest Harbor. We loved having the windows open. Between the trees and water, the house was always cool. We could not get the wifi to work but that was a minor inconvenience for us. The gravel road to the house is narrow (and steep on one hill) but our rented Pacifica minivan had no trouble at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home on Mt.Desert

Our trip was fantastic - voted best vacation by the family - and young adults are a tough crowd to please. We were Close to Acadia hiking, biking and kayaking. The mountain air was cool and clean - and total privacy on the home. House is very comfortable and clean. You cannot beat the views from the house porch and bedrooms. The house has a dock for fishing and Bruce gave us a recommendation for kayak directions to go - my son saw a waterfall, jellyfish, some fowl and a dolphin while fishing from his kayak. Places to eat - McKay's pub, Geddy's restaurant and Graffiti Donuts. Food stores and walmart are close in case you forget anything from home. Can't say enough great things about this home and location. Excellence at its best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorable family vacation

Our family of 8 had a memorable vacation at the property. Its very private, but close to the SouthWest Harbor for shopping, dinner and groceries, The views of the water were beautiful. Our favorite part on the property was the dock. We brought folding chairs to sit on at the water. We brought 2 kayaks and rented 2 double kayaks locally that delivered to the property. After hiking in the morning, we enjoyed getting out on the water. We saw eagles, porpoises and seals close to the property, The internet worked great from the house, so some of the family was able to work remote. Service at the bunk house wasn't as strong, though. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and plenty of storage in the pantry. We recommend the property and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

This place was amazing! Newer property that’s well maintained. The location is great, very secluded but not out of the way. Fishing from the dock was a blast. The only issue was not having the internet. The owner attempted to get it fix but it never worked. My wife was planning on doing a little work but that was out of the question. To make matters worse the cell service was terrible too. There is no TV which if you could stream a little wouldn't be a issue. At times I didn't have enough cell service to play pandora. Other than that the place was perfect. A great place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent All Around

What a pleasant experience for our first visit to main. Matthew was great to work and it’s obvious that they put a lot of thought into making sure their guests enjoy the stay. The location was breath-taking. Very private, about 1/4 mile off the road on a gravel drive. Amazing estate with private shore line and dock. Excellent view of the park with little boat traffic or other residential areas in sight. A quick five min drive to a handful of great trails - Acadia mountain, beech cliffs etc. there is a grocery store about a mile as well. The cabin is nicely appointed and the kitchen has everything you would need to prepare meals etc. the beds are comfy and had plenty of linens and blankets. Our weather got a little turned upside down - rainy and low 40s for the first 3 days. The cabin can get chilly but they had portable heaters for the bedrooms and plenty of blankets. Without a doubt would stay again. Just all around and great and memorable vacation. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oasis in Acadia

This property exceeded our expectations - clean, comfortable, location was fantastic, appreciated being in an area that felt very private and surrounded by so much natural beauty. Close to Bar Harbor (20 min), grocery store (less than 10 min), many of the must see/do things in Acadia NP. Two additional things that might be of interest - 1) Our adult son uses a wheelchair exclusively for mobility. This house, while not officially ADA compliant, is very suitable for people who use manual wheelchairs. Entry into the home was via ramp and a small bump into the house through a sliding door. One of the bathrooms has a large shower stall with a seat, so we were able to assist him with self-care. We always like to mention this in reviews for families like ours! 2) Appreciated Matt's responsiveness with directions. Plan on getting to the house while it's still light out if possible, as it could get tricky in the dark. The path to the house is one car wide, Y's off in a couple spots, and is gravel. We have a wheelchair accessible Dodge Ram ProMaster, and there were spots on the way out from the house with a steep grade that were troublesome. If you have an all wheel drive vehicle, you won't have any troubles. Again, just a mention because we don't think our Honda Odyssey wheelchair van would have made it on the path because of it's reduced ground clearance. Overall fantastic experience, thanks so much for sharing your cozy home with gorgeous views!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jacqueline and Matthew's place was absolutely gorgeous. The pictures posted on VRBO did not prepare us for how beautiful it was. The house and bunkhouse were both beautiful, and the location was amazing. The view from the deck was beautiful, and the access to the dock and the shore of Somes Sound was awesome. It was very peaceful, quiet, private, and relaxing. We saw lots of birds and other wildlife, including harbor seals. The house and kitchen were clean and well-equipped and the beds were all very comfortable. It got quite hot for a couple of days in the house when the temperature outside was 90 degrees, but otherwise the temperature in the house and bunkhouse was comfortable. The location was ideal for us--very close to everything, and yet removed from the crowds and busyness of Bar Harbor. Check-in was very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best vacation

First time in Maine and we are in love ! We stayed here the first week of October and it was amazing. So close to Bar Harbor and all of the major Acadia hikes. Cabin was well equipped and clean. Tranquil and secluded yet so close to everything. Bonus it is pet friendly ! Our Dogs actually got to become Bark Rangers while we were here ! Hosts were very nice and there to answer any questions we had ! 10/10 recommend !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, secluded waterfront getaway

What a wonderful home on the quiet side of the island! We stayed at the end of September and the weather was perfect all week, we enjoyed the hikes nearby as well as Echo Lake Beach. It's about 20 minutes into Bar Harbor, and Southwest Harbor had plenty of amenities as well. Before we checked in, Matthew called to ask if we had any questions and go over a few points about the house, and we were able to connect with him during our stay when needed. The road to the house is not paved, but we had an SUV so that wasn't an issue. The house is very secluded, quiet, and peaceful. The gas heating stove wasn't working, but there were small heaters, and the windows let in a lot of sun, so after a bit of cold in the morning, the house warmed up very nicely (we also brought robes and slippers). The kitchen was well stocked for making meals. There is no TV which wasn't an issue for us, we connected to the wifi on our computers, and brought a bluetooth speaker for music. The biggest advantage of this home is the dock and location on the water, we rented kayaks and saw seals and bald eagles, it was so peaceful. Even just enjoying coffee in the morning or a drink around sunset sitting on the dock or deck was amazing, the other house on the property was empty and we enjoyed walking along the beach there at low tide as well. The view from the bunk house deck was equally nice. Plenty of space for a friends or family getaway, we had our Great Dane with us as well. We look forward to another stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely compound, fabulous view

We enjoyed our stay at this attractive and spacious house very much. The view of the Sound from the deck and bedrooms is amazing. The owner was very responsive. We hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Travers

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What makes this property unique

The house is one of two family owned summer camps on a 23 acre parcel with 1800 feet of ocean front. The other house is lightly used by family and separated from this one. The property offers very unique privacy and quiet yet access to everything on MDI. We love coming home after a day in the park or the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor to relax away from the crowds.

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