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Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!

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An outdoor patio with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a coffee maker, and a trash can.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, a cabinet, and a door.
A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense trees.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Seal Cove Pond
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Seal Cove, ME
  • Place, Seal Cove Pond
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Cadillac Mountain
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!

DOG FRIENDLY! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay on the quieter side of the island. Short drives to Southwest Harbor, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, and Acadia National Park (ANP) for a day filled with adventures back to relax on the deck to watch the sunset illuminate the Western Mountains of Acadia.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3250496vb
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

About the area

Seal Cove

Located in Seal Cove, 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.
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Seal Cove, ME

What's nearby

  • Seal Cove Pond - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 21 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY! on 17 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,918, 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 Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Acadia Repertory Theater 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 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a perfect quiet location. Has everything you need to be cozy and comfortable. Loved being able to travel with our dogs and kids. And the fenced in yard was truly so helpful. Krista was an absolutely awesome host and gave us really helpful advice about local spots to eat, fish, kayak, etc. Seal Cove and this part of Maine was one of the most beautiful places we’ve ever visited.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Doggos - lots of great touches like furniture covers and water bowls. The fenced-in back yard is perfect for letting dogs out at night without needing to get shoes on. Location is really great - can get anywhere on MDI in 30 mins or less. Host was great and was responsive when we needed anything, but didn’t bother us otherwise. Beds were comfy and laundry and dishwasher were great for our 2 week trip. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you for an awesome trip to Acadia!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Great place to stay with family. Plenty of room, very clean and away from the crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and yard for the dog, quiet location, and we saw deer walking through the yard most evenings!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect getaway for my wife and I during our first ever trip to Maine. The residence was clean and had so much charm. The bed we used was very comfortable. We didn't need to use it much but the bedrooms upstairs each had window a/c units. You don't need to bring anything other than some basic groceries and your clothes. The kitchen was stocked with most necessities (cookware, spices, dishwasher detergent, cleaning supplies). Having a washer and dryer was also great (detergent was included). We were able to bring fewer clothes knowing we had access to them. We loved the location. It was on the west side of the island and so much quieter than on the east side. But it wasn't too time consuming to get over to the east side. Bar Harbor wasn't really our cup of tea but Acadaia was beautiul, although very very busy. This was the perfect place to escape all the hussle and bussle of the east side. And communication with Kaitlin was always east and fast. I highly recommend this place, esspecially if you have a dog (we didn't have a dog with us). You'll love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and beautiful

The cottage was cozy for our family of five. The close proximity to the park was nice. We definitely felt like we were home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2025
We are so happy you were comfortable and enjoyed our home and community. Thank you for being a wonderful guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!!

Sweet, cozy home!! Perfect for an Acadia vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet side of Mt Desert

The property was located in a quiet and relaxing area, but still within a short drive of all the sites of Acadia. A small fenced yard was perfect for our dogs as well, we definitely had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Acadia fun

Property was clean and the perfect size for our family of five, plus black lab. The fenced in yard was helpful for our dog. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and we enjoyed using the grill. We recommend checking out the car museum walking distance from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had the most well stocked kitchen - well sharpened knives and even a KitchenAid mixer. You could prepare a feast if you wanted to. Everything was very clean. Dog bowls, separate dog towels and poo bags were supplied. The bed we used was very comfy. The hosts were quick to respond to any questions. There was not a lake view from the cottage but it is not far from many stunning views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Adequate

Property owners were responsive and refunded a nights stay, but the level of cleanliness was a big issue. Cottage had not be cleaned and was not ready for us. The cottage needs a deep, detailed cleaning to make it comfortable. Renters need to be aware that the fence is for larger dogs, as the mesh is too large for smaller dogs. Downstairs gets warm, but the upstairs bedrooms have AC. Location is great and out of the busy side of MDI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We had hired a new turnover cleaner who has since been fired. We apologize that this was the experience you had in our home. We have since hired a new turnover cleaner and have had great response to her abilities. There are fans for the downstairs windows located in the laundry room (as indicated in the house manual.) You are correct the backyard area is better equipped for medium to large dogs who don't jump or climb. We had 3 elderly dogs when we installed it and it was a great means of corralling them but we also don't advertise a fenced in backyard for that reason. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the sunrises from the back deck and that despite the hiccup on your arrival enjoyed your time in Acadia!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Affordable, pet-friendly cottage

Our stay at ‘Slice of Haven’ was great! Well-stocked with all necessities and then some. Comfortable beds were appreciated. I have stayed in many MDI properties and have never seen a rental kitchen that was so well supplied. Spices and a few pantry staples were on hand, as well as appliances like blender, electric kettle, coffee grinder and french press. All of which I use daily at home, so it was great to have those. You will find plenty of decent quality cookware including a nice big lobster pot, which is a must! We made use of the gas grill also. There were a few games and toys thoughtfully included for the kids. Lots of thoughtful items for dogs, too. We were very comfortable in the house and the backyard looks onto a lovely native meadow and apple trees.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Pleasant Little Cottage

Our family of 4 had a nice stay here. We had everything we needed and never had to contact the hosts with any big issues. The house is well-appointed with plenty of spices and cooking utensils in the kitchen and many thoughtful touches in the bathroom such as toiletries, first-aid kit, and hair dryer. The upstairs bedrooms were comfortable and kept cool by two window air conditioners. There are no window ACs downstairs so it can get pretty hot. There was a nice deck and grill for hanging out and eating outdoors. A couple of things to be aware of: 1) there is an overwhelming smell of wet dog when the house is hot and windows are shut. We have stayed at pet-friendly houses in the past but this was the first time we've experienced this. 2) the door leading into the kitchen sticks (a LOT) in hot, humid weather. My husband was the only one who was strong enough to pull it open.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Krista Thorsell & Joe Baranello

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Joe and I travel for work most months of the year but our home (lovingly called Slice of Haven) is our home base. We love Acadia no matter the time of year and want to share the area with other outdoor enthusiasts. Joe grew up on Mount Desert Island and I transplanted to the island 13 years ago.

Why they chose this property

Our home acre was split off of the original property named Sweet Haven and we thought Slice of Haven was a perfect name and nod to our wonderful neighbors. Our neighbors who still own Sweet Haven have a volunteer project growing over 1,200 tons of food in tidy raised beds for food insecure elderly folks in our island communities. Krista volunteered at this project and the rest is history. It is a quiet community with lots of green space between homes with spacious yards and fields.

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