Escape the Bar Harbor crowds for your sanctuary on the peaceful "Quiet Side" of Mount Desert Island. This sprawling upstairs retreat offers a massive layout set among the woods. The floor plan features a primary suite with a luxurious king bed and soaking tub, a cozy full bedroom, and a third room with two twins. A second full bathroom with a tub/shower provides essential convenience for families traveling with children. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife; the backyard is home to several apple trees that attract deer in droves, offering a front-row seat to nature right from your windows. Step out onto your private wooden deck—the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening stargazing among the trees. Your stay is completely private with a dedicated entrance via the deck stairs, while your hosts live in the separate downstairs unit and fully respect your quiet enjoyment of the property. Inside, you will find a full kitchen, a dedicated laundry room, and fast Wi-Fi. Outside, the property features a massive gravel turnaround with ample parking for multiple vehicles or gear like kayaks and trailers. After a day of exploring nearby Acadia National Park trails or kayaking at Seal Cove Pond, you can unwind at your private fire pit area to roast marshmallows under the stars. This is the ultimate home base for exploring the island’s best-kept secrets with all the comfort and space of a full-sized residence.
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Load and start the dishwasher
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Property # 5211607vb
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
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
Seal Cove
Seal Cove is home to this holiday home. 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.
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 20 min drive - 27.7 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 25.6 km
Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive - 33.4 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Shell - 10 min drive
Archie’s Lobster - 11 min drive
Milagro's - 14 min drive
Circle K - 15 min drive
Little Notch Bakery - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit!?
As of 3 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit! on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$415, 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 Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Acadia’s "Quiet Side" Retreat – Sunny 3BR/2BA w/ Private Deck & Fire Pit! located?
Situated in Seal Cove, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Fantastic 3/2 home! Went to Maine for a girls trip and this property was perfect. Incredibly clean property in a very quiet location, and was a short drive to everything. The host, Ashley, was extremely responsive to all my inquiries. You couldn’t ask for a better host. I would definitely stay at this location again.
This is a great property. We stayed for a long weekend and found it to be well equipped with kitchen items. It was clean, quiet and private. It's about a 25 minute drive to Bar Harbor. This was not an issue for us, as we prefer to stay in the less busy areas of MDI and there are various points of access to Acadia. The hosts add a lot of nice touches that you dont always find at other places. The grill was cleaned and maintained with nice for no extra cost. There was wood provided for the fire pit and a welcome basket to full of s'mores items, bug spray and a citronella candle, etc. most of the rooms had an air conditioner for when it got warm in the middle of the day. I would definitely recommend this property as it offers a lot and was fairly priced.
We absolutely loved our stay here! The property was clean, quiet, and very comfortable. The thoughtful touches were especially appreciated—from the bug spray provided to the fire pit with wood. We also loved the s’mores supplies, which made for a perfect evening experience.One of our favorite memories was sitting by the fire, gazing at the star-filled sky while watching fireflies dance across the field. We were even treated to sightings of deer, which made the setting feel truly special and peaceful.This was a wonderful place to relax and unwind, and we would happily stay here again. Highly recommend!
Great room for the price. Definitely recommend the host. Everything has been communicated by the host before check in.
Arun Manohar M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
About the host
Hosted by Ashley Graves
Hi, we’re Ashley and Ben. This is our first time hosting, and we’re really looking forward to it. Ashley grew up right here on the island and teaches at the elementary school, so she’s the true local of the two of us. Ben is an engineer who’s usually busy with a project or planning our next hiking trip. Since we’re new to this, we’re going the extra mile to make sure the place is perfect and that you have a great stay. We are happy to help with anything you need.