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SpringSale! Just slashed daily prices in half! Stay a week get additional 25%off

SpringSale! Just slashed daily prices in half! Stay a week get additional 25%off

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Front of House
Front of house from (driveway is to the right of new fence panel)
Front of house in winter
Walking in front door into kitchen, looking through to dining room
Looking into the kitchen from the dining room

Overview of SpringSale! Just slashed daily prices in half! Stay a week get additional 25%off

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

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Franklin, ME
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)28 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center47 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green51 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching51 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

SpringSale! Just slashed daily prices in half! Stay a week get additional 25%off

Huge spring sale-No min stay. Cozy,comfy,off beaten path but very close to lots of things—15 min to Ellsworth, Acadia National Park starts at the top of the street and you’re surrounded-it’s all over (it encompasses Mt Desert Island, Bar Harbor & Winter Harbor). It’s about 20 min to Winter Harbor, Schoodic Point, Hancock Point, Lamoine, approx 20-25 min to Mt Desert Island & another 10 min from the beginning of the island- all depending on traffic- to Bar Harbor, Cadillac Mountain or the visitor center- so many cute places along the coast, tons of cute towns, art, antique shops along route 1...

This is an old house, not a fancy house, but to me & most people a very cozy & magical house.

I want to reiterate that this is our house, it is old, we LOVE it but it’s not perfect in every single way. If you’re looking for perfect please go to the the Ritz Carlton where you can expect perfection & demand a refund if you aren’t getting it.

I’m not striving for perfection here, my goal is a cozy comfy peaceful escape from the world. The windows are old & I don’t want to update them for convenience, I love the old windows, etc. I have a few fans & now 2 new air conditioners to use if you wish but the house is not a brand new modern house with every modern convenience. For me it’s about nature, simplicity, peace & quiet. If that’s what you’re looking for then you have found it.

However, the kitchen is fully stocked & very easy to cook in, there’s a microwave, toaster, blender, pretty much every device. There’s also Hulu, Netflix, Max PBS & Amazon Prime on both the upstairs & downstairs TVs. The kitchen & baths are updated & all appliances are new. Beds, bedding & furniture are new, clean & comfy.

*PETS* i don’t particularly want dogs in the house -as the homeowner as it’s more wear an tear, BUT I understand that we love our pet children & want them with us on vacation. There is an additional pet fee because I like to keep the house extremely clean & it takes my housecleaner a couple of more hours to clean after dogs have come. A few people have snuck in dogs & then I need to spend extra hours & money on cleaning which is not fair. I’ll send you double the cleaning bill if you choose to sneak your dog in without registering them & paying the pet fee which helps pay the cleaning bill & is also necessary for the insurance policy if your dog happens to destroy something. Please reg your pet & pay in advance. 🙏🏻 Or lmk you’ll be leaving check or cash in the cash box if you wish to avoid Vrbo taxes and fees.

You will be charged if you decide to steal cords from television, towels, bedding, kitchen equipment, batteries, laundry detergent, etc… Most people have been lovely but a few people think it’s OK to take whatever they want. Please don’t do that. This is my home & I’m trying to make it nice for you. Im renting it out so my kids & I have the opportunity to keep my great-grandmother‘s house in the family. Please be gentle & thoughtful & be a good person.

Thanks for agreeing to these basic rules.

Property manager

Holly
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
PLEASE pay pet cleaning fee or leave pets home.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets add extra wear&tear on house & takes longer to clean-pls pay pet fee or leave pets home. People who sneak in pets charged double the fee.
You’re a guest in a home & expected to clean up after yourself & leave house in reasonable condition. If trashed, you’ll be charged.

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
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 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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Sullivan Harbor Farm and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting.
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 32 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 47 min drive
  • Village Green - 51 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 51 min drive
  • Shore Path - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ruth & Wimpy's - 14 min drive
  • YU Take Out - 15 min drive
  • Ironbound Inn - 9 min drive
  • Crocker House Restaurant - 23 min drive
  • Downeast Cheesecakes - 17 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great winter weekend stay
Wonderful house on a quiet road off the beaten path. Worked well for going to the coast or in to Ellsworth. Fun colorful touches throughout the house with the pans and appliances in the kitchen, nic nacs throughout the house, and generally cheerful sense to the house. Very clean. Warm during the day and night without us changing any settings of the heat. We were 2 couples, so one couple was in single beds, but that worked out fine in our group. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home near attractions
We had an enjoyable short stay at this lovingly cared for older home. The owner communicated easily, regularly and clearly with us through the VRBO app. The home was well equipped, and had everything we needed. The home is relatively close to Bar Harbor (about 35 minutes by car) and to Acadia National Park (roughly 40 minutes). Dining and shopping near the home are somewhat limited, although we did find some places we liked a lot. We enjoyed exploring the towns of Ellsworth (20 minutes) and Hancock (15 minutes), which were both quaint, un crowded, and thoroughly tourist-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything and More
This place was a dream from the moment we booked. Everything went extremely smooth and there were no hiccups along the way. The home is everything and more! Old farmhouse charm with modern amenities! This home is extremely clean, and the decor is wonderful. Plenty of beds for your family and a ton of board games to entertain everyone. Finish off the night with a bonfire and s’mores! The neighbors were friendly and kind and our host Holly was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Place and Owner
The amenities were fantastic and the owner was very helpful and responsive. Also in a nice location in driving distance of Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kamesh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and the sweetest host
The house was very cute. Kitchen was well stocked with coffee and snacks. There are more snacks that you can buy. One of the sweetest hosts that I have come across. Thank you for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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