Walking distance to Back Beach, comfortable, well-stocked w/fire-pit and grill!

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A house with a covered porch, a small window, and a wooden fence.
A residential area with multiple houses surrounded by dense forest, a clear road, and a distant body of water.
A covered porch with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, a small table, and a view of greenery.
A covered patio with wicker chairs and a table, a patterned rug, and a view of the backyard.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Floor Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Half Bathroom

Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bernard

Located in Bernard, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum and Naturalist's Notebook are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Map
Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 8 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • The Salty Fisherman
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walking distance to Back Beach, comfortable, well-stocked w/fire-pit and grill! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walking distance to Back Beach, comfortable, well-stocked w/fire-pit and grill!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walking distance to Back Beach, comfortable, well-stocked w/fire-pit and grill!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walking distance to Back Beach, comfortable, well-stocked w/fire-pit and grill!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walking distance to Back Beach, comfortable, well-stocked w/fire-pit and grill! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Acadia National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was well stocked with essentials. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and the beautiful property around the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, space, and cleanliness were top notch. Can’t ask for much more for the price. The only reason this wasn’t 5/5 is because the shower was very finicky with the hot water, and hot water would intermittently run out. We also had 4 people so that may not be a problem if fewer people are using the shower all at once.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re delighted you loved the view, the quiet location, and taking advantage of the fresh local lobster right down the road. We also really appreciate your honest notes on where we can improve. Feedback like this helps us make the stay better for future guests. I shared your note with the owners and they plan to move the router plug to a different place so the light switch doesn't accidentally trip anyone up. All the best, Marla On behalf of the owners and rental team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Very nice house, very close to Acadia. Not at all close to a beach, that’s rather misleading. The shower is really hard to regulate both the temperature and the water pressure and hot water doesn’t last long. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on the “quiet side”. Accurate description and true to photos.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
Thank you kindly for your review and wonderful rating! Respectfully, Marla J. and the rental team on behalf of the property owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Maine getaway!

A great place to stay! Very clean and close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Hi Brett, Thank you for your kind note and review. We hope you will visit again sometime. Regards, Marla and the rentals team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay. The house is spacious and comfortable, with everything we needed. It was great to get away to the quiet side of MDI after hiking in Acadia and shopping in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and spacious home. Great location. Perfect for our families needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This cottage is in a wonderful location to explore. From the park to light houses to other areas of Maine, this home was a great base. Also, it’s comfortable and well equipped. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication with the property manager and host throughout the process.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well stocked house. Proximity to Acadia couldn't have been better. Neighborhood is nice and the porch was perfect for morning coffee and evening sunset hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely, comfortable stay

This place was clean, spacious and very comfortable for our family of four - a perfect place to come back to after a day exploring Acadia and the “quiet side” of MDI. Would very happily stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Hi Amy, Thank you for your feedback and the five star review! We hope you return and stay with us again. Kind regards, Marla The Knowles Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage in Great location

I was very pleased with the cottage and the location. It was our first visit to Maine and I would love to return
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2024
Ben, Thank you for leaving a five star review for Higgins Cottage! Kind regards, Marla J.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home. Everything you need is there very clean. Cozy and comfortable. Beautiful secluded area. A short drive to Bar Harbor and Arcadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words and amazing 5 star rating, Bernadette! We hope to host you again in the future. Warm regards, Marla J.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Perfect location. It was perfect for three kids, a couple, and a senior. We loved taking evening walks. Great recommendation in the book they left.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2025
Hi Jennifer, Thank you for this wonderful 5 star rating! The owners send their appreciation and we hope to host your family again someday. Warm regards, Marla J.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great stay

very nice and quant. Everything worked and was comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2024
Thank you, Carl! We appreciate your feedback. Kind regards, Marla
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home Away From Home

Staying at Higgina cottage was a wonderful experience. After we were done hiking and checking out Bar Harbor, coming back and relaxing at the cottage with a book or a movie was
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2022
Ashley, Thank you for this five-star review of Higgins Cottage! We are glad you had a wonderful experience. All the best, Marla J. The Knowles Company
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We travel to Maine every other year, and this house was perfect for our family. The house was comfortable for our party of 4. Property manager and owner were attentive to the couple of questions we had. We will plan on staying here again for our next trip!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet side

Great place on the quiet side , very spacious and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Hi Scott, Thank you kindly for leaving this review. We appreciate it very much. Kind regards, Marla and the team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Basecamp

Loved our stay here. The property was very clean and as described. Close enough to the park to get to everywhere we wanted to go in about a half and hour. Very quiet neighborhood that has some really good dining (as in good tasting not necessarily fancy). We’re very picky. We’d stay here again without any hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Spacious, Peaceful, and relaxing. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Hi Victoria, Wonderful! We are pleased to hear that you were happy with the accommodations. Best, Marla
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia NF Trip

Cottage was perfect. On the quiet side but accessible to everything in the area. Great spot for birders just in the neighborhood and the yard
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2024
Dan, Thank you for giving this property a five-star rating! How wonderful to hear that you enjoyed a variety of birds in the yard and surrounding neighborhood! All the best, Marla The Knowles Co.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot for Exploring MDI

My wife, kids (2&5), and myself spent a lovely time in the cottage in September. It is a very comfortable spot to come back to after a day of exploring MDI. We loved the location for its easy access to hikes like wonderland trail, acadia mountain, and the echo lake beach. Southwest Harbor was also very close and had great food.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful getaway

Made friends with the deer in the yard!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
Clive, Great to hear that you made friends while visiting Maine! Safe travels home and we hope you will return someday. Best, Marla
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Autumn in Acadia

As always, we enjoyed our adventures hiking and biking in Acadia National Park. The spacious kitchen and living room at Higgins Cottage were ideal for relaxing after a busy day. Had we visited in the summer months, I'm sure we would have spent more time in the screened porch area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review, Philip! Very good to know that your group enjoyed the spacious kitchen and living room at the cottage. We would enjoy having you return during the summer months to enjoy the screened in sun porch! Kind regards, Marla J.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cottage on the quiet side

We loved our stay at Higgins Cottage. The house was very clean and well taken care of. We especially appreciated that the kitchen was extremely well-equipped — lots of cookware and more. The owners’ list of recommendations for local lesser-known hikes was great and led us to discover places we otherwise wouldn’t have. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2024
Melissa, Thank you for staying at Higgins Cottage! We are so appreciative of you comments mentioning that the house is clean and well taken care of. Glad you also enjoyed the the owners' wonderful list of recommendations of things to see in the area. Please come back soon! Marla
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