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Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.

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Living room looking off to Lake
Family room looking out to Lake
back to Lake looking into House
Kitchen
Loft bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Beech Hill Pond

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Otis, ME
  • Place, Beech Hill Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Center
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 90)

Basement

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Ellsworth Congregational Church and Downeast Scenic Railroad are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Otis, ME

What's nearby

  • Beech Hill Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 35 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Cross Insurance Center - 39 min drive - 57.2 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 41 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 47 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Lake Bar & Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Eaten Alive Alleyway - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Dorrs Lobster Co - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Kettle Korn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Overeasy - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly, pet friendly lakeside retreat. Close to Acadia National Park. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ellsworth holiday home is steps from Beech Hill Pond and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Graham Lake. Green Lake and Ellsworth Congregational Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful grounds, lots of privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2026
Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and an even better view
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Thank you so much very happy that you enjoyed your day and thank you for leaving the house so clean
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I took our entire family (all our children and grandchildren) to Maine for a vacation. We had the best time ever. Everything was as described. The house was perfect for our needs. The grandkids were in the lake every day early in the morning til dark. There was so much to do at the house and all the nearby attractions. The house was very clean. The shed with the water toys and the area where the trash cans were was messy, but it wasn't anything that effected how good of a time we all had.We would definitely go there again. I would recommend it to anyone with kids that love the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our time here, will definitely be back.

Everyone loved our time here. Awesome location, very clean, friendly and communicative owner. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 38 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025
Thank you so much. Would love to have you back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location and space for our family to enjoy our week long vacation. Lots of places to eat and visit within driving distance. We enjoyed the peacefulness of being right on the water and all the activities that came with that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Maine trip

The property was exactly as advertised and my family loved our week at Michael’s place. Our stay couldn’t have been better and we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great property

Great family time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
very happy you had a good time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property!

Owner was great! Super communicative and helpful. Place was exactly as described. Any issues we had were addressed immediately.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025
Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful time at this lovely home. The lake views throughout the house were stunning, and the home was equipped with everything we needed. Everyone had a comfortable place to sleep, with an added bonus of 3 full baths to accommodate our large group. Our host, Michael, has been very responsive and easy to work with. My family is already talking about booking again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picturesque Home Base for Group

My family enjoyed the location, with beautiful views, sandy cove for the kids to play in, and access to Beech Hill Pond from the dock. The house offered plenty of space for our group to be comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. The owner was responsive and easy to communicate with regarding the rental as well as the pontoon boat we rented from him. A good home base for a group looking to enjoy Beech Hill Pond, Acadia etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the lake house. Mike the host was helpful and answered questions quickly. We rented one of his boats for the week. He had it waiting at the dock for us. My family had a great time. Thanks Mike
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beech Pond Paradise

Well equiped spacious home that met the needs of a multi-generation family. Lake was beautiful with great fishing. Conveniently located to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Owner was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean! Everything was provided in the kitchen that we could possibly needed. The ice machine in the fridge was broken but a bag of ice and ice cube trays were provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Week at the Lake

We had a great time at Beech Hill Pond. The house had everything we needed and was well equipped. The waterfront was great, with a dock for the boat we brought for fishing, and room for the Pontoon Boat we rented from the host. It had a small beach, as well as kayaks and canoes.We spent most of or time outside, and evening around the fire.At the end of the day the house was a great place return too.Great week all around -- nice place to escape to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2025
Thank you for such a nice review. I really like it or should I say I love it when my guest enjoy themselves. Glad you did. Hope you come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation!

We spent a relaxing, fun-filled week in this spacious house that offered so much to do! We loved the pedal boat, canoe and kayak. Saw fireworks from the dock, swam, fished and enjoyed listening to the loons by the campfire. A good time was had by all 3 generations. Michael is an accomodating and responsive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Thank you. my goal is to have families love the property , the lake and everything about it. I’m so happy you and your family did
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Relaxing-

Stayed here for a week with two families ( 4 parents and 7 teenagers). Host was accommodating and helpful. Property had plenty for the kids to do and was close enough to drive into Acadia and Bar Harbor. Lots of space for the families to spread out to relax, play games, or swim. Water was crystal clear and out teens loved jumping off the rocks. Would be great for younger kids as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
i’m very happy you guys are pleased with your stay. Happy guest makes a happy host Mike.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

From Maryland to Maine

Our family had an amazing time at the lakeside home on Beech Hill Pond. We we were a party of 6 adults: my husband and I, our son and daughter in law, and our daughter and her best friend. The house was spacious and gave everyone time to be together while also providing separate spaces when we felt like being alone. The views from the deck were amazing! It was not far to drive to Acadia, Bar Harbor, and Schoodic Peninsula (a must see). Thank you for providing a great place for us to enjoy our time together as a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rocky shore

One week at this house goes quickly! The setting is the highlight-some sandy beach, rocks to sunbathe on, lawn for playing, nice view from the deck. The family had fun times at this spot. The bridge to the floating dock is a bit wobbly for elders, but keeps life exciting.The campfires at night with the loons and the bullfrogs singing will be lasting memories. We rented a pontoon boat from Mike for a day which was a great way for the 10 of us to see the lake together. This location is a great place to make lasting memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome home, great location, clean and lots of room

Second time staying at this house. Had another great week. House accommodated 11 adults with no problem. Had a blast on the lake fishing, swimming and kayaking. Spent a day in Acadia hiking and went again another day to watch sunrise atop Cadillac Mountain. Caught some nice size small mouth bass right off the dock. Overall highly recommended and will be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time, wonderful host.

This is a wonderful property. The host was greatly attentive and friendly. The house is very convenient and a wonderful lakeside home, with many amenities. The fire pit was a great addition that my entire family enjoyed. Same with the fully appointed kitchen complete with lobster pots, flat propane grill for steaming (outside), butter dishes, shell crackers, etc.. Highly recommend getting fresh seafood from Dorrs lobster pound and preparing it on premises. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Getaway

We had a great time at beautiful Beech Hill Pond! The house was beautiful and immaculate!! Beautiful views from the deck and backyard. The kayaks, canoe and dock were great. Caught many fish and a bald eagle soared right over our heads. At night we would go inside and watch a movie from the huge dvd collection. We couldn’t of asked for anything better. The nine of us had a great time and made memories that will last a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Hello ,thank you so much. Hope to have you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The dock was a mess when we got there, Mike had warned me due to a storm earlier in the week. My husband fixed it with some plywood he found on the property. The upstairs balcony had rotted floor boards, that we didnt know, and my 80 year old mothers chair leg went through. She was fine and we put a large storage box over it for the duration of our stay so noone else got hurt. It’s Maine, rules are different. We bring tools with us wherever we vacation. The property was great, the house was great((we had 13 people and never felt packed). The pontoon we rented from Mike was perfect for our large family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2026
Colleen Im very sorry that the piece of dock was destroyed by the storm just a day before your arrival, this was way beyond my control. I did try to patch it so you could use it unsuccessful. as far as the deck I was willing to replace the small piece of decking that same day. You refused because you and your family was using the deck .I would also like to say that my property is inspected and repaired every year as needed. and you were the last guest. I do not feel it is fair to make comments like this when I tried to resolve everything to your satisfactio with you. and further more you informed me the day of the deck that someone , ALLMOST fell through. In the future it would be best you work with the host, because as much as my home is kept up and as hard as I try to make my guests experiences the best it can be, ITS NOT a prefect world. For future guest that may read this. Please work with me I will do what it take to make you happy Thank You Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

An ideal getaway for families

We spent a week at the house with three families - 6 adults and 4 kids total, between the ages of 1.5 and 6. Based on the reviews, photos etc we thought it seemed like a pretty good fit, but it even exceeded our expectations are far as being kid friendly. The sand area/beach right on the lake provided endless entertainment for the kids - digging, splashing, building sand castles, and even swimming right off the beach. The backyard also played host to a number of whiffle ball and soccer games. We made a fire in the fire pit every night, sitting out under the stars drinking local Maine beers and ciders and listening to the call of the loons. The dock provided a great launching point for kayak and canoe trips, including to the local public beach on the lake which is absolutely beautiful (not exaggerating to say warmth of water and clarity of lake made it feel like Caribbean). One other item to recommend is a boat trip around the lake on Captain Mike's pontoon boat, which everyone loved. Inside, there is plenty of space for three families. One of the bedrooms is a loft overlooking the main living area, so privacy is limited there but that wasn't a huge issue for us. Kitchen was great, cooked lots of good meals without issue. Basement is huge and was a great place for the kids to play. Internet was surprisingly fast, but we didn't need to use it too much owing to where we were staying. Propane grill could use an upgrade. Overall, can't say enough good things about the house and the hospitality. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you back again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing Location - Beautiful Lake

10 people, ranging 9-months to 70-years old stayed here on our annual family retreat, and with a few exceptions, all had an amazing time! The lake is absolutely gorgeous. Crystal clear water and tons of boulders just under the surface that both kids and adults enjoyed. The back yard was plenty spacious for activities and relaxing, and the sandy beach was perfect for kids. Driveway comfortably fit 3-4 cars, and the view from the deck was perfect. Acadia & Bar Harbor are an easy drive for day trips! However - We arrived to find wet laundry in the washer. The loft beds were unmade and missing pillows. The sliding doors and screens to the deck were extremely difficult to open/close - even for adults. The propane tank ran out 2-minutes after lighting the grill the first time, and the backup tank had a significant leak from the relief valve. The freezer door ice dispenser was missing, preventing top shelf items from freezing well (keep your ice cream down low). The basement bunk room flooded - two separate nights, soaking kids bags left on the floor and ruining some items. The kids woke with sore throats, and after the second flooding we didn't feel comfortable sleeping down there due to the air quality. Michael, the owner, was very responsive, and accommodating when able. Overall our trip was very nice - mostly due to the water frontage and remote location. I would recommend this property to anyone who prioritizes those features over the minor issues noted above.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
happy you had a good time. the leak in the basement has been resolved. As far as the two beds that were unmade was an oversite on the cleaners part, as they use every minute to get the house spotless for our guest. Hope to see you in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a relaxing and fun family getaway!

Our family of 6 stayed for a week in early June (apparently, just before the "season" kicks off in this area) and all had a WONDERFUL time here! The house is lovely with lots of space for everyone inside & out, gorgeous lake views and nice location to drive out for some excursions. Our 4 teenage kids had a lot of fun every evening in the downstairs "man cave" walk-out basement/rec room, with darts, pool table, foosball, games and comfy movie area. The only thing that would make the place better is if the shower in the master bath was completed, but at least it is nice that there is a dual sink/vanity since it's currently a half bath. Having washer & dryer downstairs was great & meant we could pack light for the trip. The owners, Mike & Tracy, were SO sweet and helpful! We took the recommendations of other reviews to book a tour of the lake with Mike on his pontoon boat. It was a nice ride, around, seeing all the homes and hearing about local life - we also stopped at the public beach so the kids could hop out and explore. Was about 2 hours total. On our last nice day at the house, Mike even came over and challenged our two oldest boys to a dive in the lake off the dock (the water was still FREEZING COLD - and we are from Florida, so definitely not used to that!) and it was so much fun for them to have that experience. I don't think they would have gone in the water otherwise. We also took advantage of the canoe & kayaks on the warm days and enjoyed roasting marshmallows over the firepit during the chilly evenings. The wood stove/fireplace was really nice to have and made a cozy fire inside too. Easy day trips we took were out to visit the Green Lake Fish Hatchery nearby, see sights in Bangor, Bar Harbor/Acadia and also saw the Bay of Fundy in St. Andrews, N.B. Canada (a couple hours drive away). Around Otis, be sure to visit the General Store and pick up some breakfast sandwiches, and pizza for lunch or dinner. At Mike's recommendation, we also tried the crab rangoon - which were NOT on the menu but I'm so glad I asked for them - they might be the best I've ever had!! Overall, a very fun, unforgettable trip! Thank you Mike & Tracy for sharing your beautiful place with us :) We made sure to sign the guest book and even gifted a new puzzle to the house for your next guests to enjoy too...
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much ,we are so glad you enjoyed your first trip to Maine and our home. It was awsome your kids went in the lake. The puzzle picture is a perfect addition to the house. Thank you again
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