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Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI

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A cozy living room with a television, a bookshelf, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows with a view of trees, and a patterned rug.
A gravel patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a metal table.
A two-story house with a balcony, a wooden deck, and a hammock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, Atlantic Brewing Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia Repertory Theater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI

Here in the woods at the center of Mount Desert Island you can hear the peepers in a nearby frog pond and the hermit thrush singing in the trees. This property provides a comfortable, private, and convenient launching pad for exploring Acadia and eastern Maine. Close to Acadia's trail heads, lakes, and carriage roads, the house is less than 20 minutes from Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, and Ellsworth. Relax in the big hammock, walk to the nearby Kitteridge Brook Forest trails, or play bocce and enjoy the fire pit. At night, take in the truly dark skies and be dazzled by the Milky Way!

The first floor of the house is open, with a living area, dining area that seats up to eight, and fully equipped kitchen. The large sofa is cozy for watching TV or movies and opens up to a comfortable queen bed. Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with a queen and one with a full-size bed, bathroom, and bonus room under the eaves with a daybed for reading or napping. This is a solid, fully insulated house, with heat for chilly days or evenings. Air conditioning in the larger bedroom and excellent air circulation throughout the house means you'll be comfortable on the few Maine summer days when you need cooling.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VR1R26-096
Property # 2797674vb
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co 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 College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Atlantic Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • beach near Clark Cove - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Long Pond - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Aloha - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$3,503, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweet retreat in the heart of MDI located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Atlantic Brewing Company and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Mount Desert Island Historical Society are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ann Halkett

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I’ve enjoyed this home for 15 years. National parks make great neighbors! I never get tired of Acadia’s beautiful trails, and I love skiing on the trails in the winter that I bike on in the summer, and ice skating on the same lakes I swim in. I have recently retired from a wonderful nonprofit that serves the islands and isolated communities of the eastern Maine coast. It's always bliss to come home on a dark winter evening and see all the stars above me. And then to be cozy inside the warm, comfortable house. I love sharing my home with Acadia’s visitors and I hope you will enjoy this special home as much as I do.

Why they chose this property

This is a peaceful neighborhood where I am fortunate to have great neighbors, though the house sits on 8 acres, so you cannot see their houses. Deer and wild turkeys walk nearby, and birds and frogs (in a nearby marsh) sing. The Kitteridge Brook Road is a quiet, dirt road, great for easy walks. It's right smack in the middle of Mount Desert Island, and thus convenient to all parts of Acadia and the various towns of MDI.

What makes this property unique

My neighbor Kirk Lurvey manages the property for me. Feel free to call on him with any questions or issues that come up.

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