Historic Somesville, central location for Acadia. Come visit!

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 269 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Mt. Desert, ME

Acadia National Park4 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center9 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)12 min drive
Cadillac Mountain23 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Juniper Cottage shares with our home and Hawthorn Cottage two lovely acres in Somesville, a historic village at the heart of Acadia National Park. It is just a short walk to the library, repertory theater, church, museum, and convenience store. Both ocean and lake are within walking distance also. The view from our property is of Cadillac Mountain, across thoughtfully landscaped lawns and gardens. Juniper's screened porch and gas fireplace make it a charming home away in any season. P.S., comfy new blue couch!

Property manager

Marilee

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non smoking only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Somesville

Located in Mount Desert, this cottage is on a lake. Bar Harbor Whale Watching 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. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 9 min drive
Village Green - 14 min drive
Otter Cliff - 16 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 21 min drive
Shell - 20 min walk
Tan Turtle Tavern - 13 min drive
Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - 15 min drive
The Chart Room - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Somesville, central location for Acadia. Come visit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Somesville, central location for Acadia. Come visit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Somesville, central location for Acadia. Come visit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Somesville, central location for Acadia. Come visit! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Long Pond are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., Fredericksburg Texas

9 Sept 2023

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

Cozy and quiet

Lovely cottage with everything you will need. On the quiet side of MDI, and a short drive to Acadia NP. Plan to buy your major groceries in Ellsworth, then to Beech Hill Farm nearby for the best produce you will ever eat. Wonderful restaurants in nearby Southwest Harbor. If you want a totally relaxing vacation this is the place.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

16 July 2023

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

Juniper

Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda G.

11 Aug 2021

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

Fabulous!

We enjoyed our stay here so very much. The cottage was as pictured and so clean and well equipped. We bought some groceries and cooked for a few nights, and the kitchen had pots, pans, and all utensils needed for our stay. We did appreciate the A/C unit in the bedroom to keep it cool at night, and the ceiling fan helped circulate the cool air without any problems or feeling it was too hot. The couch was comfortable, and the screened porch was the perfect spot for morning coffee, or an evening cocktail while reviewing our day and making plans for the next. This is not in Bar Harbor, and it took us about 20 minutes to drive there, but we enjoyed the quiet side of the island much more and still had everything we needed. There were maps and activity pamphlets left for us to help decide what to do and where to go. The flowers on the windowsill were a sweet touch as well. If we come back to MDI, we will definitely book here again, or refer to our family and friends. What a gem!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

22 June 2021

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

A sweet stay in Somesvile

I loved this light-filled, roomy cottage a half-mile off the main road in the village of Somesville. I had always stayed in Bar Harbor, but when my usual apartment went to long-term rentals this year, I decided it was time for a change. I truly didn't miss being in town, and found this location perfect for the places I like to hike. Everything was as described and well maintained. Fresh flowers were a nice touch. I've already booked for next year and plan to become a regular visitor the second week of June.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

15 June 2021

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

Perfect!

Everything was as described and immaculate.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Marilee

Ken is a retired art educator and I am a costume designer. We purchased this property from Chauncey and Ethel Somes in 1980 and continue their tradition (since 1960) of sharing this glorious island and our charming cottages with summer guests.

Why they chose this property

Staying in Somesville means that Acadia National Park is surrounding you in all directions, and our cottages for two provide you with artful, well-appointed accommodations for peaceful, interesting vacations. We have lovely grounds, with walking paths through the historic cemetery, along the mill brook from Somes Pond, down to the ocean.

What makes this property unique

Perhaps the biggest plus is the central location of our village. The three larger towns of the island, Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, and Southwest Harbor are equidistant from here, making island exploration so much more convenient. And it is a short walk from our property to where you can pick up the free Island Explorer shuttles if you don't feel like driving.