Family-friendly vacation rentals in Franklin

Boreal Blueberry Bungalow - Organic Farm Getaway

This sweet bungalow is located on a tucked-away organic farm, 45 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, and directly abutting the Downeast Sunrise Trail and thousands of acres of conservation land. Newly crafted space with pine interior and cork flooring. For folks who appreciate simple living but want a cozy bed! Cot available for third person. Full size mattress, all bedding, stove with oven, pots, pans and dishes, small fridge and sawdust based composting toilet (on back porch)

Little Lodge - Centrally located in Downeast Maine

Great family vacation base for a Downeast Maine Adventure. Two story, newly renovated, four season cabin with 1000 square feet of living space sits in a wooded cove off an easily-accessible rural paved road. Centrally located between the two units of Acadia National Park (Mount Desert Island and Schoodic Peninsula) and the beautiful, quiet lakes and mountains of the Donnell Pond Maine State Preserve. Although not on the water, there is access to our private Taunton Bay shore, 3.5 miles away.

Secluded Acadia waterfront cottage on Taunton Bay!

Rocky Brook Cottage sits perched on 3 tranquil wooded acres overlooking lovely Taunton Bay. Our secluded getaway offers two first floor bedrooms, full bath, open kitchen/living area with cathedral ceilings plus a large lofted space appointed with two twin beds. Relax on large wrap around deck as you admire the water views while enjoying the sights and sounds of a picturesque stream meandering through property en route to the cove. 270' of protected cove frontage for great swimming/kayaking.

Maine Blueberry Cabin - Fishing Acadia Family Fun

We call this cabin the "Wild Blueberry Cabin,” located in Eastbrook, Maine. You have private access to Abrams Pond, a great place to fish, swim, kayak and relax. Cook on the propane grill and make s’mores on the fire pit. You are a 45 minute car ride to Acadia National Park. Nearby shopping, antiquing, hiking and exploring all that Maine has to offer. Stay for a weekend, a week or more in this beautiful cabin. Everything you need for a great family vacation or a relaxing getaway is included.

Tiny House at Wooded Bliss Homestead

On the edge of our family homestead overlooking meadow & forest, this tiny house offers a quiet, cozy refuge only 40 minutes from Acadia National Park. There's a twin daybed on the ground floor & a double bed in the loft. Full kitchen & tiny bathroom with shower too. A heat pump keeps the place toasty warm or nice and cool. The tiny house and meadow are very private on the edge of the property, and just for you. Our family's gazebo, fire pit, hammock, trail & garden are shared with guests.

C&H Lake View LLC

GLAMPING! Located on beautiful Graham lake. Experience our spectacular sunrises & sunsets! Beachfront property! Enjoy swimming, kayaking, campfires, outdoor kitchen with separate ice maker, sink, grill, floats, bean bag madness. Bug machine to make your stay more enjoyable. Wifi. Enjoy peace and tranquility here in Maine! Two kayaks come with your stay. Additional kayaks available for rent at $25 each for the duration of your stay. For availability please reserve a head of time.

Artsy Tiny House & Cedar Sauna

Our family is excited to share our tiny house with you! Located on our artist collective farm, this is our favorite place on earth. It’s off grid, cottage core, and has a beautiful & fragrant cedar sauna. We are 27 minutes from Acadia National Park and surrounded by truly gorgeous local beaches. We offer super comfy beds, an outdoor shower, twinkle lights, summer nights filled with fireflies, bright maples in the fall, and cozy winter movie nights in a bed alcove like on a boat.

Lillebo

Lillebo is set near the end of a dead end road with a five minute walk yielding views over Frenchman's bay with Sorrento in the near view and Winter Harbor and Bar Harbor in the long view. This homey house is set about 200 feet from the road with no neighbors in direct view. There’s a screen porch on one end of the house and a garage on the other. In the garage there is a ping pong table, corn hole, darts and bikes. There are three adult bikes, one youth bike and one kids bike.

Sunrise Over Schoodic Mountain

Located within 40 minutes of the Acadia Bar Harbor entrance this small private home offers quiet peaceful mountain views and tons of wildlife. Brand new custom built home comfortably sleeps 4. A wall of glass faces 3 mountains. Home is located 200’ from the Donnell Pond Rd and offers access to the Downeaster Rails to Trails for Atv’s. Donnell Pond offers great kayaking,boating ,swimming and fishing. Great sand beaches surrounded by the mountains you see from the house.

Long Cove Hideaway

Escape the tourist madness of Bar Harbor at your own private tidal cove. Camp with the comforts of home, water, power and Wifi. Outdoor grill, awning and lobster cooker for the complete Maine experience. After a hard day of hiking relax by fire pit. The Schoodic National Scenic Byway is on the far side of Long Cove, and you can hear some traffic noise from outside the RV, but for complete silence check out my other two places by looking at "about me" on my profile.

Waterfront near Acadia | Hot Tub| Kayaks| Bay View

Welcome to the 'Maine Squeeze'- where morning coffee tastes better on your private waterfront deck and every sunset over Hog Bay feels like a personal show just for you. Located just 40 minutes from Acadia National Park, this cozy coastal retreat offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Imagine kayaking right from your backyard, soaking in the hot tub under a canopy of stars, and falling asleep to the gentle sounds of the bay.

Mainestay Cottage - 4 Season Waterfront Retreat

Welcome to Mainstay Cottage! A private waterfront getaway ideally located between Bar Harbor, Acadia, and Schoodic. This cozy, well-stocked home blends an eclectic mix of antiques, local treasures, and classic Maine charm. Enjoy changing views of Taunton Bay, relax by the fire pit, kayak the shoreline, or challenge family and friends in the game room with pool, darts, and more. The perfect home base for your Downeast Maine adventure.