Waterfront House close to Acadia National Park

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Franklin, ME

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center39 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching44 min drive
Village Green44 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Cariloha Suite

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Our waterfront home is located on the tidal bay called Taunton Bay and Mill Brook. The house is a great blend of a traditional Downeast farmhouse with modern amenities. Wasgatt Point, or as we call it, "the point", is a short walk down the driveway to watch the sunrise, admire Schoodic and Cadillac Mountains or pick blueberries when in season. See osprey, eagles and other wildlife from the kitchen table. In the month of May, watch the Alewives, a type of fish, make their way up the brook to spawn which brings lots of action to the water. Bring your kayaks to explore the bay where you may see seals or your bikes to explore Acadia and The Downeast Sunrise Trail. Trail parking is only a couple miles away where you can unload your ATV's and travel downeast. We are 10 miles from Ellsworth, 26 miles to Bar Harbor, 20 miles to Winter Harbor, the Schoodic Peninsula portion of Acadia National Park and 38 miles from Bangor.

Property manager

Denise

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and travellers 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Franklin, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 25 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 39 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 44 min drive
Village Green - 44 min drive
Shore Path - 44 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

Ruth & Wimpy's - 7 min drive
YU Take Out - 8 min drive
Ironbound Inn - 13 min drive
Downeast Cheesecakes - 7 min walk
Itty Bitty Diner - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront House close to Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront House close to Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront House close to Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront House close to Acadia National Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show, Abrams Pond and Black Beach. Tunk Lake and Hulls Cove Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

10 July 2023

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

Enjoyed being at a quaint older home with lots of character.

Enjoyed the shoreline with lots of nature. Also enough property to have space inside and out.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lusine M.

27 June 2023

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

Acadia getaway

This was a really nice place to stay with my dog. We loved the house and it was not far from Acadia. The area itself is gorgeous

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

12 June 2023

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

Lovely waterfront home base for exploring Acadia

We found Harmon Homestead to be an excellent and unique location to base our stay in Maine. The older home has some quirky spaces but has been updated with fresh paint, new windows, new appliances and shower, modern comfortable couches, wifi, etc. I enjoyed the antique items hung in the dining room and kitchen (great history lesson for the kids on what the old kitchen tools and other items were used for) as well as lovely watercolor artwork around the home. The outdoor space was pleasant and the walks to the point were a fun bonus. Our favorite part was probably watching the birds come and go with the tides as we ate in the dining room. Good kitchen supplies, plenty of linens, and the whole house was spotless.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

24 Sept 2022

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

Just Perfect!

My husband & I spent 10 days at Harmon House and would have loved to have stayed longer. We’ve vacationed in Maine quite a bit and Franklin is a great location. It’s removed from the tourist traps and craziness of Bar Harbor and Acadia, yet close enough to go there when you want. We went to Acadia only twice as there are so many great hiking options and things to do near Franklin and surrounding areas. The house itself is perfect. It’s bigger than it appears in the photos and is charming and homey and had everything we needed. The setting is beautiful with the bay just steps away. We had our coffee at the picnic table every morning. A perfect way to start the day. Our last day was spent kayaking there where my husband paddled with a little seal friend swimming along. Denise is an awesome host and it’s clear why she’s premiere. She’s responsive, knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thank you again Denise! We will be back.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

22 Aug 2022

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

Perfect Location

Our family stayed at this beautiful farmhouse on the bay for a perfect summer week. We spent time doing day trips to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Plenty to do around the house. We rented a kayak witch was a great time exploring the bay. There were plenty of dining options locally as well. This is a great place for a family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022