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Near Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining room
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Basement bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Basement bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2 main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Double Bed

Master main floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Near Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park

This lovely split level home sits just minutes from Acadia National Park’s Ships harbor and wonderland walking trails, Seawall and the Bass Harbor Lighthouse. The home has a large kitchen/dining room with a large dining room table, nice living room with new comfy couch, large bathroom with double sink vanity, tub shower unit, washer and dryer. 3 bedrooms on main floor. Lovely basement has 2 bedrooms, bathroom with shower unit and living room area with large tv. Large back deck!

Property manager

Kristi
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Checkout before 10am
Start a load of towels washing
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

About the area

Bass Harbor

Bass Harbor is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting.
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Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 39 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Near Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Bass Harbor lighthouse and Acadia National Park located?

Situated in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Acadia National Park. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Amazing stay!

We had an absolutely wonderful time at Dragonfly Cottage. The home had absolutely everything we could ask for. It had all the amenities two families with 5 kids between them could need and was super kid friendly. It was a great jumping off point to explore Acadia and a quiet and restful spot at night. We even learned on our hottest day that the neighboring camp ground pool has day passes for 3 per person. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George R.

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

Dragonfly Cottage near BHL

We had a great stay at the Dragonfly Cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Spacious, Beautiful Home in Quiet Location

Dragonfly Cottage had everything our extended family of nine needed. My granddaughters had limited toys they brought on vacation due to air travel, but the pirate ship playground, riding toys, swing and many indoor toys kept them happy and busy for our entire stay.Our family cooked many of our meals and had no problem finding the cookware needed. Many of the necessary spices were on hand also.The home was immaculate and had large spaces to gather including the kitchen, living room and basement. A sliding door can be shut between the basement and the main floor of the house to allow for more privacy. A washer and dryer were available on both levels of the house as well as a smaller kitchen in the basement.The house is located on a quieter part of the island. The Bass Harbor Lighthouse is within walking distance and Ship Harbor Nature Trail, a fun, easy hike is nearby too.I would highly recommend this home to anyone planning a stay in the Bar Harbor/Acadia NP area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Wonderful stay

Clean, spacious, and very homey. Super close to everything! A great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana W.

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

Comfort on the quiet side

This is one of the most comfortable homes we've stayed in. It's well organized and has anything you might need. The location is great to restaurants, great hikes, and the lighthouse. Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Great location.

Very clean and comfortable house. Plenty of room for 7 people and our dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda T.

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

Dragonfly

This beautiful house was absolutely amazing!! Had everything you can imagine for your stay. Beds super comfortable. Also,gave us a nice welcome basket with lots of different treats in it. Would definitely stay here again and recommend highly. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy L., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect location

First time staying on the quiet side. Discovered new trails and great places to eat. The upstairs was very clean and spacious for all 7 of us. Loved all the outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bin X.

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

Unique dragonfly-themed cottage

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage has dragonfly-themed decor, even on the plates and cabinets handles. It was well-equipped with all the amenities I needed for a comfortable stay, including a fully stocked kitchen. 15 min walk to the lighthouse.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

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

Beautiful and comfortable

Our hosts provided everything needed for a wonderful stay. The home is beautiful and spacious and the location can’t be beat. Walking distance to the lighthouse and hiking trails. Perfect! Our group loved our stay here. Zero complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOY H.

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

Awesome Property

This was our first trip to Maine, so when I booked the property it sounded like the location would be a good location and the house would be the size we needed. We were not disappointed with anything! The location was awesome, very quiet, close to some awesome trails and the water! The house was wonderful everything we needed and more! My grandsons loved the play set and toys! Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

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

Perfect spot on the quiet side of MDI

We loved our stay at this house. We love Bar Harbor but hate the crowds, so it was so great to be on the quiet side of the island. Bass Harbor is beautiful without the hassle. This very large house is in a great location for some of Acadia’s less famous (but still amazing) spots. The house had everything we needed for a stress free vacation. We loved the well equipped kitchen, big dining room table, coffee station, huge deck and those great mattresses! It really felt like a home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

A Fabulous House & Location

We throughly enjoyed our stay at Dragonfly Cottage! The house is lovely and was just perfect for our family. We absolutely loved the location because it was convenient to Acadia and all the activities we planned. It was away from the busy places and was quiet. The children loved the pirate play ship, the riding toys, and the toys inside. The kitchen was very well equipped and clean. As was the entire house. If you are looking for a great place to stay this one is for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb O.

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

Beautiful large clean home.

What a lovely experience we had for the two weeks we visited. This home was located near bass harbor light house and just down the street from several lovely walks to the ocean. Plenty of rooms to accommodate the friends and family visiting together. Clean and charming decor. The large back deck overlooking a large back yard and woods was great for having relaxing cookouts. Located on the quiet side of the island. Convenient drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Owner was easy to reach with any questions we had. I would definitely rent this house again!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen V.

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

House worked beautifully for our family

We gathered from Boston, NYC, Ohio and Colorado for a very enjoyable family vacation at the Dragonfly Cottage. Our young grandkids were checking out the pirate ship in front yard before we had the cars unloaded, and the ship and the wheeled outdoor toys kept them very busy when we were at the house. Bedrooms on two floors let us put those small kids to sleep while the adults stayed up watching movies, working puzzles or just talking. There is an incredible variety of restaurants in the area, but with preschoolers, seafood allergies and outdoor group activities that could be so much fun it was hard to make it for a restaurant reservation time, it was just easier to prepare some meals ourselves, and we very much appreciated the large, well-appointed kitchen, the grill on back deck, and the large indoor and outdoor eating areas that allowed us to do that. Having 2 washers and 2 dryers available was a big help, especially since the weather was considerably hotter than predicted, and sweaty clothes really needed washed after every hike or bike ride. This home was ideal for our family reunion and we'd highly recommend it for any group that comes to the Acadia area for the outdoor activities, but also wants some down time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

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

Nice house near Bass Harbor Lighthouse

The house worked well for our group of six ladies. The large kitchen and deck, complete with wooded back yard, were especially nice. The location was convenient, close to hiking trails, restaurants, and groceries. One suggestion I would make would be to remove some of the personal items/knick-knacks in the bedrooms so that guests have more space for their items.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

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

Thoughtfully Appointed Home!

Perfect place for us, the kids and grandkids! The split level gives everyone their own private space but the kitchen and livingroom are large enough for everyone to gather together. The large yard and "pirate ship" playground were great entertainment for the kids when we weren't exploring the island. Location is great, a short walk to Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Absolutley one of our favorite locations and our host was very responsive to the few questions we had. Highly recommend the Dragonfly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sara L., Vermont

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, comfortable house for large groups

We rented this place for a week at the end of the summer for a family vacation with extended family to explore Acadia and Bar Harbor. This was our 4th trip to Acadia but first time with a large group and staying in Bass Harbor. We had some hiccups but overall, had a decent stay. We discovered a new favorite restaurant for lobster rolls during this trip - Archie’s!! Highly recommend!! Pros -good, quiet area. The house is 30 minutes to Bar Harbor and Acadia but very close to Bass Harbor lighthouse, Echo Lake, Shipharbor Trail, Wonderland Trail and SW Harbor -large spacious house with room for multiple couples -ceiling fans plus stand up fans in all bedrooms makes it comfortable despite no AC -plenty of space in the kitchen to cook, hang out and enjoy meals -great back deck to have morning coffee and grill -Washer and dryer on both floors, as well as toilets and showers. There is detergent and dryer balls, but we brought all of our own laundry products. -a fantastic ship playground out front was a huge hit for the kids Cons: -upon arrival, the basement was not fully cleaned. There was a ball of hair in the shower, hair on the toilet seat, outside of the bowl and in the sink. The queen room had not been cleaned - the sheets had hair in them and a stain and some of the guests unfortunately found that out when they were ready to get into bed the first night. -there were about 20 phorid (drain) flies in the basement sink and a couple upstairs in the kitchen sink when we all arrived. -the pipe in the basement ceiling of the living room leaks water when the shower was being used I contacted the owner late that night and she responded the next morning apologizing. I asked her to come clean the bathroom and queen room and to pour bleach down the drains to start the process of killing the drain flies. She came by that day to do everything. It definitely decreased the number of phorid flies while we were there. She was easy to reach and responsive. There are a lot of decorations and trinkets around the house which doesn't allow space for guests to put personal belongings out so I would recommend to the owner to put their items away when they aren't living at the house. Overall, this house is spacious, comfortable and in a quiet location. It's great for a large group and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Great location and house to share with family

The host was very kind to let us stay a extra day since we could not fly home due to Hurricane Ian
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

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

Nice place to stay

Fully equipped kitchen, nice deck, spacious bedrooms. Owner answered all of my questions promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisa S.

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

Peaceful vacation house with awe-inspiring star gazing

Very peaceful vacation house in Bass Harbor, walking distance to the lighthouse and the Island Explorer bus into the National Park. The stargazing from the back deck was awe-inspiring. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the college kids enjoyed having their own space (including fridge and TV) in the basement. Like most coastal Maine houses, there is no air conditioning, but fans and open windows kept us comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

james r.

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

Bar Harbor

While actually in Bass Harbor this home had everything you need to have a Great Family vacation. It is 2 separate apartments and made for a very enjoyable time for the Seniors downstairs and the younger family upstairs. Great location and every need taking care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey R.

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

Wonderful location

We had a wonderful vacation in Bass Harbour! The house had all amenities we needed plus a great location near the light house, nature trails and close to Echo Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Fantastic vacation home!!

If I could give this place more stars I would!! We’ve rented VRBO’s for over 10 years and this ranks amongst the best!! The listing is very accurate and it’s sooo clean!! We loved the deck which extended our outdoors time with early morning peace and outdoor eating! We also played frisbee golf and bocce ball around the house at night! The drive way and yard is a perfect place for families with young kids to play. The location allows you to walk to the lighthouse easily and the Ship Harbor hike with tidepools fairly close for a long walk or bike ride. You are close to Bar Harbor without being in the crowds all day. We highly recommend The Upper Deck Restaurant if you want to try lobster with a great ocean view. Enjoy all aspects of Acadia by staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

Amazing home base for vacation

Dragonfly Cottage is beautifully decorated and suitable for large families. The entire home has an air of relaxation. My kids were enchanted with the pirate ship play area in front of the house, as well as the large driveway to run around. The kitchen is well-stocked with pans, utensils, and everything we needed for meal prep. I am going to miss the high-quality washer and dryer... Our hosts also left a note for us directing where to find games, puzzles, and other things for the kids. We couldn't ask for a better location - the Bass Harbor Head lighthouse is just around the corner, as are a few easy hiking trails that are part of Acadia National Park. Some more strenuous trails are available within a few minutes drive as well. There are a couple of ice cream stands close by, some good seafood restaurants, and an islands cruise nearby. We stayed ten days, and we didn't want to leave!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022

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