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Shell Heap North, A Charming Northeast Harbor Cottage
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mount Desert, ME
- Thuya Garden8 min walk
- Asticou Azalea Garden18 min walk
- Acadia National Park3 min drive
- Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Shell Heap North, A Charming Northeast Harbor Cottage
This enchanting family cottage on the shores of Northeast Harbor captures wonderful views of the open ocean beyond. Relax on the porch and watch the boating activity in the harbor, or enjoy some wonderful meals on the stone patio with an awning for shade. Walk down well maintained paths to the shore and boathouse easy access to launch your own kayak from a private stone beach. Enjoy a fun-filled cookout at the boathouse, do some beach combing, or simply curl up with a good book in a sunny corner. Walking distance to Thuya Gardens, Asticou Terraces and trail to Eliot Mountain. Minutes away from the entrance to Acadia National Park which provides hiking trails with magnificent views and numerous carriage trails great for mountain biking.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Northeast Harbor
Located in Northeast Harbor, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Mount Desert, ME
What's nearby
- Thuya Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Asticou Azalea Garden - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Jordan Pond - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
- Cadillac Mountain - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Jordan Pond House - 10 min drive
- Hansen's Outpost - 23 min drive
- Beal's Lobster Pier - 23 min drive
- Abel's Lobster - 8 min drive
- Vacationland Coffee Roasters - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Virginia Peabody
Why they chose this property
The house is located in a peaceful setting. The ideal place to relax at the end of a busy day. We love cooking meals together. So, the kitchen is often the hub of activity at the beginning or end of the day.
Languages:
English, French
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