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Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views!

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A wooden deck with red chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by tall trees.
A living room with a dark grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a patterned rug, a side table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.
A house with a deck overlooking a lake, surrounded by tall trees.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small garden, and a wooden fence.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of trees and a body of water, and a wooden deck outside.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Gouldsboro, ME
  • Place, Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapter Two Art Gallery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Schoodic Peninsula
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Ground floor family room with sofa bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views!

Large, light filled oceanfront house in the woods overlooking Gouldsboro Bay on Schoodic Peninsula, close to the Schoodic point in Acadia National Park. Secluded and quiet. Windows from every side of the living space look out over the water. You have your own private oceanfront. Hike, Bike, Walk in this quiet paradise. Kayaks can be rented nearby, there are ponds everywhere, and numerous hiking trails into the mountains. A glorious private retreat right on the ocean! A nature lover's joy!
Large, airy and spacious, 70 feet from the water, with views of the ocean from most rooms. Living areas all look out over the water. A beautiful private retreat, with wrap around back deck.
You have access to the entire house and property. There are plenty of puzzles, games and books.
Back deck wraps around the property with beautiful views of the water; lower deck close to the water, great for reading and solitude. All the living areas look out to the water.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
In the event that there is a smell of smoke in the house, and it is not able to come out, there be a fee deducted from the damage deposit.

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You need to know

Property # 7160510
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Corea

Located in Corea, this holiday home is on the beach. Chapter Two Art Gallery and Criterion Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center and Grindstone Neck Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Prayer Labyrith and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Gouldsboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North - 14 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Chapter Two Art Gallery - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center - 15 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 23 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 27 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bunkers Seafood And Spirits - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Downeaster - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Chase's Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Treehouse Seaside Grill - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Large Oceanfront house in Gouldsboro, Maine near Acadia NP; Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Corea holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North, Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center and Chapter Two Art Gallery. Grindstone Neck Golf Course and Schoodic Peninsula are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quiet location. We really enjoyed the ocean and seeing both sunrise and sunset. We heard lots of wildlife and enjoyed the privacy. The home isn't kept in the best condition. Torn linoleum and screens. Wobbly dining table (which my son tightened) and worn deck boards and railings. Disorganized and not always clean kitchen utensils and dishes.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
my first ever negative reviews, I don't like them, but I I have to say something positive m.j. and his supervisor [I'm sorry I didn't get his name. were incredible, compassionate and understanding. they escalated my situation whith out my asking to make sure I had a good experience with the process, I cant say enough good things about them.about the host, and the property.... I wont go into detail. the host is a terrible human being, and the property is in disrepair
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house was clean and well equipped. It was perfect for 6 people. The basement smelled musty and was not so comfortable as bedrooms.The grill was missing even though it was advertised.That was a bit disappointing and the stairs to the beach were a bit scary. Otherwise we had a good time in Corea.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rural Escape

We loved watching sunrises and sunsets on the water at this secluded home! The house itself was older but nice. A great place for cozy game nights and lounging. There were a few minor issues but the host responded immediately and kindly. The drive out to the house is VERY twisty and curvy, and the property is about an hour away from all major destinations, so we spent a lot of time in the car. This was stressful for my 60 year-old parents, especially when we were driving in the dark. Would recommend this for groups on the younger side.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This property is right on the water and very quiet. Communication with the owner was through VRBO email with a 5 hour time zone difference. She did respond quickly but we missed having a local phone number. Two bedrooms are in the basement. There is no bathroom on that floor and it smells damp. We didn’t use that floor at all. There was no grill as advertised. Wi-fi was intermittent. You could not work, laptops wouldn’t load. TV was challenging as the stream buffered often. If you’re looking to be off the internet and in a quiet oceanfront spot this is your place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Loved Maine

We loved Maine. It was the first time many of us had been there. The check in and out were easy and stress free. The host communicated well. The bay tides were amazing!! With high tide happening at 6 am and 6 pm we did not have many opportunities to use the boats because we were often sleeping or out exploring at Bar Harbor which was an hour by ferry or by car. We had fun exploring Acadia park that was on the peninsula too. No curtains did make for an interesting experience with the sun rising by 4 am. While no neighbors could peak in, curtains for privacy and sleep would have been nice. The basement bedroom was musty and not cleaned well. I would not recommend it for anyone with allergies. The drive from the main road to the house took another 10 minutes at least. If you are looking for remote, this is the place to be. Hope this is helpful to you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Beautiful location but overall underwhelmed

Our family was excited about our stay at this property, as we are very familiar with the area. One the most enticing aspects of this rental was access to the kayaks which were listed as an amenity in the original posting. As our vacation approached, I reviewed the listing details & noticed details had changed, including the removal of kayaks. I reached out to see if they if they were still available and it was only then that it was disclosed they are no longer in the rental. This was disappointing & would have preferred the owner be upfront about change. That said, we were willing to roll with it. When we arrived at the home, the location was indeed beautiful & remote, just what we were hoping for. However, it became clear that the house is in need of attention & repairs. For instance, the front steps into the front door feel as though they are rotting & sagging. Same condition for the steps down to the water front; insecure to walk on. Listed in the amenities was a 'spa tub' which turned out to be a standard bathtub/shower combo, there was no wi-fi (which is totally fine) but the listing refers to a strong cell signal which was unfortunately not our experience (and I only list this, as this could be a safety issue). There is a dehumidifier that is set to maintain 50% humidity, but unfortunately never ran & showed a humidity of 85%.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Misleading

The seclusion of the house was nice and we determined to enjoy our vacation despite being misled on this rental. When we made the reservation we made it for the days we wanted to be in the area which happened to be Thursday to Thursday, not Saturday to Saturday. The reservation went through as did the payment then later we received an email asking us to change our reservation to Saturday to Saturday. We didn’t respond because I was in the hospital and by the time I was home we had received an email stating they are cancelling the reservation. If your site lets us make the reservation and processes the payment, you should have to honor that. We dealt with it and moved on. The worst part was how the Map section of their page states it is 11.2 miles to Bar Harbor Whale Watching, and therefore 11.2 miles to Bar Harbor. This is NOT the case. (unless maybe by boat) It is 70 miles from this house to Bar Harbor. Another thing – we have rented many houses all over the east coast in the past and NEVER was it stated we should take our trash with us when we leave. You clean up and put the trash in the large bins to be removed on the next trash day. We’ve seen trash already in bins upon check-in and never gave it a thought – why would you expect your travelling clients to take garbage with them?? We are paying to use the rental and that includes garbage service. Nowhere does it state anything about the garbage until after you make the reservations. Do not book unless you do not mind the owners making changes and adding rules after you make the reservation. We would NOT book with them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
I'm sorry you felt misled. Our house is located on the craggy shoreline of Maine, on the Schoodic peninsula. It may be 11 miles to Bar Harbor as the crow flies, but to drive takes an hour and ten minutes because you have to go off the peninsula and down Route 1, and onto Mt. Desert Island. As far as the trash is concerned, it is a very troubling situation with the township up there - they are very strict with collection and only do it very early Thursday mornings. Since we rent Saturday to Saturday, when guests check out we ask them to take whatever remaining trash with them so as not to leave it for the next guests checking in later that day. There are no other recourses to getting rid of the trash, no other receptacles or collections, and as a courtesy to the next guests, we ask that you take yours with you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location away from crowds of MDI

Wonderful stay, great price, house had everything we needed! Multiple viewings of bald eagles from the deck and kayaking with the seals was incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful get away if your looking for peace and quiet and nature. Perfect for our family of 10!

The owner was very available. Entrance to the house was easy. Relaxation and use of Kayaks are the main features of this property. And of course, the night sky was breathtaking. The little harbor towns are quaint but the best find was the Wharf Gallery & Grill in Corea!! Best Lobster Grilled Cheese Sandwiches!! Actually, everything they offered was good. And access to Schoodic Park of Acadia National Park so great!! Only minutes away!! Made some lifetime memories here for my family of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful place

Our stay was wonderful, way off the beaten path , secluded with perfect location. Only flaw was the beds were uncomfortable with plywood instead of boxsprings but still OK. Everything else was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquility and incredible beauty

If you are seeking tranquility, serene beauty, and the chance to really unplug and focus on connect with your travel companions, this is a perfect choice for you. Large unobstructed windows and an expansive deck offer incredible views of the ever changing bay. The home is secluded in quiet woods in a lovely area for walking or biking, and wildlife is abundant. There is plenty of everything needed for your stay, and you are an easy, beautiful drive from Schoodic Point and villages like Prospect Harbor and Winter Harbor. The owner was very accessible, and made numerous resources available that helped us plan activities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and hope to return soon. .
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

The property was a light filled, fairly secluded house on the bay. It was away from the Acadia crowds, but close enough that we were able to tour the park every day. My kids enjoyed going out on the kayaks included with the property several times and loved exploring on the shore of the bay at low tide. My three teenagers, and my youngest all had a place of their own in the house for downtime. We were nervous with no WiFi, but cell service was great in the house. Once you leave the house, it is a good 5-10 min before you get good reception again, so definitely write down directions before heading out for the day... Overall a charming home In a wooded area with breathtaking sunrises/views and don’t miss checking out the night skies on the deck!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to explore Schoodic and Acadia

We had a great time exploring Acadia from this bayfront property. Very private and secluded with easy access to Schoodic area and about an hour drive to the main part of Acadia. Great kayaking at high tide. Easily accommodates large groups. Great communication with property manager. In terms of the cons, cookware and linens need a refresh, and no windows had blinds—I enjoyed waking with the sun (beautiful sunrises), but if you’re looking to sleep in, bring a sleeping mask. With a few minor upgrades, I would rate 5 across the board. This exceeded my expectations for the price—if you want all of the amenities without the cons, expect to pay more. Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Quite and peaceful but

First and foremost we were very grateful that this property was available on such short notice. This is the 3 rd house we have rented from the HomeAway site. If your looking for peaceful and quite this is the place for you. Make sure you realize you are on the bay side of the ocean and the tide will affect your stay if you love the water. The house itself was ok. The basement has a huge moisture problem and the dehumidifer does not take the musty smell away. The house lacks a homey feeling. No curtains in any of the rooms or shades. The afternoon sun makes the bedrooms really warm. Very few decorations. The ceiling fans were a life saver because there is no AC. in the middle of the day with the sunshine it was warm in the house. There is diffently not enough towels for 14 people. We only had 10 people and we washed towels everyday. The kitchen is lacking for sure. The pots and pans are super old. Make sure your bring want you need right down to salt and pepper. There is no outdoor grill. We did buy one and left it there hoping that future tenants could use it. The beds, all of them are old and squeaky. The springs are coming right through most them. It was somewhat clean but nowhere near to our liking. Dirt along the tub/floor. Ceiling fans were completely dusty and the stand in the living room with the games on it hasn’t been dusted in a very very long time, the cobwebs were dangling under it. The owner was very responsive to any email or text I sent and for that I am truly greatful but I believe this is a new listing to home away and there’s a lot to be learned as a rental. The lot is great and we did enjoy ourselves. We were on vacation so we made it work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
I would like to respond to this review. I double-checked with my cleaning person and she said she cleaned the Shelf with the games and she cleaned every ceiling fan herself. With the exception of the sofa beds every bed is solid and sturdy and comfortable. We left out enough sets of towels per person, which is what is required for a rental. I did not leave a grill because as I told you personally I'm afraid of fires because there are two wooden decks on that house. This is our home that we have used in the summer and we did not want window dressings on it because we liked the light and the air. That was a deliberate choice on our part. I'm sorry that you did not feel that the house felt homey, but that was our home for 12 Summers and it felt homey to us. We replaced the dehumidifier this past week because it was not working. Once it is up and running it removes any musty smell.

About the host

Hosted by Pam Monaco

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We built this home in 2006 when we fell in love with the land. It has been only ever a second home for us, and lately, we can not get up very often as we live in Philadelphia. I am a professor at a large university in the city with 6 kids who grew up loving these vacations but are now late teens/early twenties and not as interested.

Why they chose this property

The land and air and sea are intoxicating! The smell of the pine and sea, the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore, this house and land are complete serenity. If you are looking for a solid nature retread, this house is for you. The house is beautiful and spacious, almost every window overlooks the water.

What makes this property unique

You would be hard-pressed to find a more serene and peaceful getaway on the water and five acres of wooded land. Situated near the Schoodic Peninsula portion of Acadia National Park, and nestled in among quaint Maine seaport villages, this is a property that will still your heart.

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