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Renting Saturday to Saturday Charming Waterfront House near Acadia National Park

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View of house from near the lake
Dining and living room with view of lake
Looking on to deck and lake
Upstairs bedroom with 2 twin beds
On second floor landing looking down on the dining room. (17 ft ceiling)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ellsworth, ME
  • Branch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Telephone Museum
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Renting Saturday to Saturday Charming Waterfront House near Acadia National Park

Visit this charming waterfront cottage near Acadia National Park; enjoy the peace and tranquility of this gorgeous new home on the Shores of Branch Lake. The Branch Lake cottage has been tastefully decorated and will more than accommodate six people comfortably while offering all the modern conveniences of home. Enjoy the large wrap around deck with comfortable lounge chairs, dining table and gas grill. Spend your day swimming, fishing, canoeing or basking in the sun on the swim dock while taking in the fantastic views of this beautiful lake with mountain views. This location is convenient to Mount Desert Island, Ellsworth, the shores of Surry and Blue Hill Bay. Here you will find great hiking, biking, sightseeing and plenty of shopping. Also conveniently located to Bangor International Airport. The Branch Lake Cottage hosts an open floor plan with a cathedral ceiling with two sliders opening onto a large wraparound deck looking over pristine Branch Lake.


The kitchen is equipped with brand-new appliances, convection gas range, dishwasher, microwave and working/ sitting island. Adjacent there is a laundry room/ bathroom with a shower, which is accessible to a bedroom with a queen size bed. The master bedroom has a cathedral ceiling and is located in the front of the cottage with a beautiful view of the lake, This bedroom has a king size bed and master bath with shower and separate tub. The second floor bedroom has two twin beds and also a view of the lake. The walkin basement has a large room all knotty pine with a great view of the lake which has a pool table, 50 inch flat screen TV and large sectional with a queen size sleeeper and also a 3/4 bathroom. The livingroom and dining room an open floor plan open on to a 12 foot wide wrap around deck. All linens are furnished. Satellite TV, VCR and DVD are included. Come and enjoy this great home with this picturesque lake setting.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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, a first aid kit 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Woodlawn Museum and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Knox State Park and Branch Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Branch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters - 28 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 29 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Telephone Museum - 33 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Beech Hill Pond - 58 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BlueberryPatch Bakery - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Dorrs Lobster Co - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Duffy's Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's Down-Under - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Abby's Attic - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renting Saturday to Saturday Charming Waterfront House near Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renting Saturday to Saturday Charming Waterfront House near Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renting Saturday to Saturday Charming Waterfront House near Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Renting Saturday to Saturday Charming Waterfront House near Acadia National Park located?

This family-friendly Ellsworth holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Branch Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad. L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet and Toddy Pond are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chuck R.

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

WE LOVED THIS PLACE

This place was clean and in amazing condition! We absolutely loved it and the owners we so nice!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dima Z.

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

Great lakefront retreat

Great house, plenty of room, really well appointed!! Kitchen well stocked with utensils and cooking supplies. Plenty of towels for showering and lake activities. Lots of board games, card game, etc. The kayaks and canoe in good shape, lots of lake fun. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

david m.

we had a wonderful time

This was our fifth VRBO rental house vacation over the past 4 years and it was the best. If anything, the pictures undervalue it. The invitation to use the boats, bikes, fishing gear, etc was a huge plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Beautiful lake, great house! 5 stars!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here- well stocked house, very comfortable and nice. Air conditioned. Great large deck for eating and just enjoying the day. Lake was clear and cool and the kids loved jumping off the dock and swimming out to the float out in the lake. They had kayaks and canoe which were nice to be in. Kids caught many fish from the dock! Close to town for shopping and sightseeing around Acadia as well. Owners were great. We will hopefully stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia O.

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

Gorgeous lake house close to Acadia and Bar Harbor

My husband, two boys and I spent one week at this beautiful, clean lake house. It’s a short ride to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The house is completely stocked with everything you could possibly need. We had access to a small row boat and two kayaks. We enjoyed kayaking to a small beach just a few houses down where my boys enjoyed jumping off the rocks. The lake is very peaceful, perfect after a long morning of hiking or biking in Acadia. There is no AC but there is a ceiling fan in every room which helped. The basement is very cool if you need to escape the heat. We absolutely loved this property and hope to return next year. The owners are very sweet and helpful as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katy D.

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

The perfect Maine getaway

This house is perfect. It has it all! Don’t hesitate to book this place. The lake is so quiet and gorgeous, the loons can be seen and heard everyday. My girls absolutely loved the kayaks, there’s one and two person kayaks. We swam and fished right off the dock and star gazed. We took the bikes over to the small beach past the end of the road where we jumped off the boulder over and over. It’s pretty close to Ellsworth. We did day trips to Acadia and castine and lighthouses and beaches. This house is perfectly situated on the central coast. They provide bikes, fishing gear, kayaks and paddles, life jackets, beach towels, there was even sunblock and bug spray. Also the kitchen was stocked with things like oil, salt, even pancake mix and syrup from previous guests. The backyard is all boulders and spruce and hemlock, it was like a magic fairy garden! Morning coffee on the deck with the loons sounding was heavenly. Come here and live like the other set for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari S.

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

Maine lake house

We had a great vacation at the branch lake cottage. Everything was so clean and the house was well furnished. We enjoyed the fishing, swimming and kayaking on the lake. The house slept 6 adults comfortably and had plenty of space for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Fantastic Cozy Cottage!

This was my family's first time renting a lake house, and our first trip to Maine. It did not disappoint! This home was equipped with everything you might need or want....from beach towels, beach chairs, kayaks, fishing gear, life vests, and more. Our family loved fishing off the dock, swimming off the dock, playing pool, making s'mores at the fire pit, and taking the kayaks out for a spin. Additionally, the house was so clean! Marty and John were easy to reach if we had any questions. Don't hesitate to book this house for your next family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Best Vacation Ever!

Our family has rented in many places, and this one surpassed them all. The location of Marty and John's home cannot be beat. Branch Lake is absolutely beautiful, Ellsworth is charming and had so much to offer, and the proximity to Acadia was excellent. We felt like we had two vacations in one- hikes in Acadia, then days to enjoy the peaceful setting at the house. We'd book this house again with absolutely no reservations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eve G.

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

Great lake house

Beautiful scenery. Very clean house. Had so much fun. Marty and John are very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

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

Relaxing Lakefront Getaway

We had a great family vacation here! This cabin was very clean and lovely. Our family enjoyed fishing and kayaking during our stay. (The only thing we wish we had during our stay was wifi access.) But we would definitely stay here again! It was a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAMES S.

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

ELLSWORTH TRIP

BEAUTIFUL HOUSE, PROPERTY, AND SCENERY. MARTY WAS FANTASTIC TO WORK WITH FROM START TO FINISH.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen O.

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

September 2021 Ellsworth Vacation

We had a wonderful week visiting Maine. The property was exactly as described, very clean, inviting and spacious. We enjoyed exploring Acadia and viewing sun rises and night skies over the lake. All in all a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Lakeside retreat

We loved our vacation - Well kept house, very clean and comfortable. Clear lake with canoe and kayaks. Close to Acadia and lots of hidden gem restaurants in Ellsworth. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Lake House

My stay at the lake house was amazing. While I feel we missed the peak season by a couple months, not being able to fully enjoy swimming in warmer weather (I went swimming on principle) and fishing, the benefit was the beautiful fall foliage and having the lake to ourselves. The outdoor fire pit was also great as we had a couple fires after kayaking on the lake. My kids and I utilized the kayaks and canoe provided by the owners and were the only people on the lake. The lake itself was beautiful and clean. The house had all the amenities from home, coupled with a large kitchen and game room in the basement. The house is approximately an hour from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbour. One day we went to Bar Harbour for shopping and a delicious lunch. Another morning we woke up at 3:30 am and drove to Acadia National Park to watch the sunrise (highly recommend) just make sure to make a reservation as others were turned away. Overall, a fantastic experience. If you are looking for a nice getaway on a lake house with postcard views, you will not be disappointed. The photos do not do this property justice.

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

LOVED IT!

Beautiful house, excellent location. The lake is gorgeous and peaceful. We had a great time and we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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

Pristine and Perfect Home - A Fantastic Get-Away!!!

Everything about this place was stellar, and way above five star rating! I can be a neat freak and very picky, yet I would have eaten off the floors here. It was immaculate! The layout was fantastic with plenty of room for my family of 5 to be together, or get space. My teen kids LOVED the finished basement with the pool table and huge TV. We were so grateful for all the extras: extra blankets, extension cords, night lights, movies, puzzles, games, dry firewood in the fire pit, life vests, Netflix, etc., etc. There wasn't a single thing we needed that Marty hadn't already provided for. When she said, "Just pack your clothes. We'll provide the rest," she wasn't kidding! This house is perfectly situated on the lake - so peaceful with a stunning view from the back deck. Watching the moon rise over the water was a highlight for my whole family. We also loved all the kayaks and boats, bikes and helmets, how near it was to Acadia, and a bazillion things more. I cannot recommend this property enough. It felt miles away from all the chaos that's going on in the world right now. Thank you for an amazing vacation, Marty!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Home away from home

Our family felt so at home here on Branch Lake, it was hard leaving! The house is fully stocked, the WiFi worked great, and the lake is absolutely beautiful. We swam and used the kayaks provided. We took day excursions to Acadia and Bangor and explored the local hiking trails. And of course, ate a lot of lobster at the local eateries!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Kurt W.

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

Williams Branch Lake

Clean, equipped, quiet and convenient
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie Q.

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

great house

My family had a great time - the house had everything we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P., Tampa, FL

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

Perfect Getaway

Home was amazing. Big, clean, lots of room, lots of bathrooms and the lake is perfection. We made lots of family memories here and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ciara C.

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

Perfect stay at the lake

The house and property were excellent. The kitchen included every amenity we could imagine and the dock is perfect for swimming or kayaking. A wonderful place to stay with friends or family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Stunning house, pristine lake!

You will not be disappointed! Beautiful home, with all the amenities! Grill, boat, kayaks, dock, lake float, every imaginable kitchen gadget! Wood was bundled on the grounds for use in the fire pit, and the owner even left his tackle out for use! Would book this again without hesitation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Fantastic House on the lake with easy access to Acadia

Our family had a great vacation in Maine. The house was very well maintained and extremely clean. We enjoyed the lake and the dock. Marty was very hospitable during our stay. A very short trip to Acadia Park and the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christine M.

Great Lake access and beautiful house

We had a great time and enjoyed the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

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