Waterfront Hideaway on the Tidal Falls midway between Acadia and Schoodic

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Water view

Explore the area

Hancock, ME

Tidal Falls1 min walk
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)28 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center43 min drive
Village Green46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The house, nestled amongst the trees and sitting very close to the shore creates privacy while providing stunning views of the special reversing tidal falls - an ever-changing landscape to enjoy. A great place to stay all day or come back to after Acadian adventures.
This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath year round home has views from every room. Downstairs has a master suite with queen bed and full bath. Complete kitchen opens up to a dining and living area. Half bath is downstairs. Upstairs are the other two bedrooms - one with queen bed and one single bed, the other with a full futon and one single bed. This bedroom also has a large desk for writing or other projects. Also on the second floor is the cathedral ceilinged artist studio, and full bath. Hardwood floors in the large studio make for a great room to dance, create, read, play music or listen to a great assortment of Classical, jazz, and rock vinyl records.
It's a great set-up for a multigenerational family with the older generation downstairs and the younger upstairs..
The large deck off the downstairs makes for outdoor dining and socializing all while listening to and watching the rush and ever-changing landscape of the tidal falls. Many marine mammal and bird (including eagles, osprey and loons) sightings await.
The walk down to the shore has paths amongst a mature, landscaped garden. Sit in an Adirondack chair by the fire pit and practically be on the Falls.
Enjoy the best of Downeast Maine with trips to Mount Desert and Acadia, or to Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula. Hancock has many fine restaurants to enjoy. Ellsworth is just 15 minutes away for shopping.

Property manager

Lydia

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Exhibit A Hancock House RENTAL RULES Smoking is NOT allowed inside of our home. Please dispose of cigarette/cigar butts in the appropriate outside co

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Cadillac Mountain. 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.

Hancock, ME

What's nearby

Tidal Falls - 1 min walk
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 43 min drive
Village Green - 46 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 46 min drive
Shore Path - 46 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

Ruth & Wimpy's - 11 min drive
YU Take Out - 11 min drive
Ironbound Inn - 6 min drive
Crocker House Restaurant - 14 min drive
Downeast Cheesecakes - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Hideaway on the Tidal Falls midway between Acadia and Schoodic pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Hideaway on the Tidal Falls midway between Acadia and Schoodic?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Hideaway on the Tidal Falls midway between Acadia and Schoodic?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Hideaway on the Tidal Falls midway between Acadia and Schoodic located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tidal Falls and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sullivan Harbor Farm and Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show. Hulls Cove Visitor Center and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

29 Sept 2023

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

Tidal falls house

Beautiful location and view. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Provided for all our needs and more. Loved the vinyl record collection. Beds were very comfortable. Great location in between Schoodic Peninsula and Bar Harbor. We look forward to staying here again in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

17 Sept 2023

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

Perfect family space to explore Acadia NP

Ideal location on water, plenty of space for our family. We explored all 3 sections of Acadia NP and felt the home was a great central spot. Appreciated the suggestions as we cooked our own seafood boil and the kitchen had everything we needed. Loved the records and added to the collection when we departed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

29 June 2023

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

Yearly Maine get away

This property is absolutely beautiful.I’ve never heard so much quiet .every thing we need was there at house .just buy food .all questions answered in a timely manner.house was very clean neighborhood was awesome .wild life wonderful .

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

peggy g., Naples Fl

23 June 2023

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

Amazing house

The location was beautiful and convenient the water constantly change The house was very comfortable felt like we were visiting friends. We all enjoyed the record collection. It had the best equipped kitchen that I have ever experienced in a rental Highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah Elizabeth F.

17 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful Views

This home was a lovely landing spot for our visit! We do enjoyed the views, the wildlife, and the peaceful space.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lydia

I have lived in Maine for much of my adult life. I spent many summers as a child in this Downeast Region and love it. I am now a State Representative and work on Marine Resource issues in the Legislature. I live full-time in York, Maine and visit this house as much as possible.

Why they chose this property

My parents built this house in 1987. After they died, I bought the home from my siblings. Our family loves this house for its privacy and year round capability, the area for all the great summer happenings nearby and the fantastic Maine seafood that tastes best eaten here. The ever-changing landscape of the reversing, tidal falls is always worth watching.

What makes this property unique

One of the unique benefits of this house is its privacy and water view. It is built closer to the water than its neighbors because it was one of the first and then the zoning laws changed. The large back deck has lots of bench seating and is an ideal "extra room" in the summer months and a fine place to have a meal. The mature trees, and a natural landscape design help inspire a feeling of getting away from it all. The sculpture in the gardens pleases the eye.
Inside, the upstairs studio provides a great space for an escape on a rainy day. There is a fine piece of stained glass depicting an egret that gives the room extra character. The bedrooms all afford privacy - I like that the upstairs is like a complete family suite, nicely separated from the downstairs master.