Family-friendly vacation rentals in Franklin

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.

Acadia Treehouse near Bar Harbor - Private Luxury

Escape to a luxury treehouse in the forest of Maine. Unwind in the Hot Tub or spa-like bath with jacuzzi and sauna. Includes 1 bedroom, loft with 2 queen beds, 1.5 Baths, kitchen, fireplace, Hot Tub, Laundry, screened porches & outdoor shower. Perfectly located for visiting Acadia National Park, ATV trails and scenic drives. Whether soaking your worries away, relaxing by the fire, or unwinding on the porch to the sound of rustling leaves, this luxury treehouse is a getaway you’ll never forget.

Bear Cabin, Acadia, Downeast Maine, Lake Access

"Bear" cabin is one of four new cabins at Dickens Farms in Eastbrook Maine. Our cabins are spaced for privacy and each has its own fire pit, propane grill and picnic area. You can enjoy water access to Abrams Pond for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. Two kayaks are provided per cabin for your use. . Sit in the screened in porch and listen to nature or head into Acadia National Park to explore. Bike along the private road and relax with your family for a quick getaway or week long adventure.

Early Riser barn-loft on Organic farm near Acadia

A unique offering for those who want a true farm experience! A clean, rustic above-barn space. Farm animals live below-Mr Teach the roo may crow (early!) chickens will cluck! There is a 2 burner stove, cold water sink seasonally(jugs provided in winter) a dorm fridge, and basic kitchen ware. Tea and coffee provided, veg & eggs for sale. The shower is at the main house, (either indoor or outdoor) and a bucket-style compost toilet is in the apartment. There’s a full bed and a fold out couch.

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.

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.

Cemetery Hill

Have the Mount Desert Island experience without the crowds. Explore the undiscovered Frenchman Bay area. Minutes away from Acadia National Park, Schoodic Peninsula, Donnell Pond, and Tunk Lake. And after a hard day of hiking relax by fire pit. Outdoor grill, awning and lobster cooker give you the complete Maine experience. But, if crowds are your thing, Bar Harbor is only 30-40 minutes away using the Mud Creek -> Douglas Hwy -> Jordan River Rd, shortcut.

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.

A-frame cabin by the bay with kayak!

Ideal for the adventurous outdoors type only! Small minimalist A-frame cabin in the woods, overlooking Taunton Bay. A short but steep 1 minute hike to the cabin makes it feel even more secluded. Tandem kayak on the bay 2 minute walk away. Queen sleeping loft accessible only by ladder, 3/4 bath, efficient kitchen, WIFI, 42" TV/DVD player, games. On a quiet private road 35 minutes to Acadia national park. 10 minutes to Ellsworth.