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Family/Friends Getaway Hidden on Mt Desert Island
Escape to our enchanting woodland retreat on MDI, surrounded by Acadia National Park. Secluded at the end of a dirt road, our home borders the 2000-acre Kitteridge Brook forest. Discover tranquility with 3 miles of private trails right outside your door. Ideal for exploring Acadia's magic, our 3-bedroom home features an open concept kitchen, living, and dining area, along with a spacious deck. Perfect for large families or two small families, experience the ultimate oasis in the heart of nature.

Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot — Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private sanctuary where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage home is perched on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the rising tide. Enjoy the pristine interior bathed in natural light, cherry floors, and gourmet kitchen. Wake to panoramic views of the Penobscot River from the owner's suite. Conveniently located 12 minutes to downtown Bangor, our retreat offers easy access to urban amenities, an international airport, and Acadia! IG @cozycottageinmaine.

Acadia National Park ocean front & garden cottages
Both our houses are designed in the contemporary style. We used custom made decor and cherry tree furniture. A lot of windows, glass doors, bright and open space are inside the house. It is very quiet outside. You most likely will be alone at the beach. We share the whole sea cove with only one neighboring house. It is a pure paradise if you want to live on the beach on your own and within minutes of driving to the main local attractions. You'll be amazed of our botanical garden and landscape.

Prime DT BarHarbor/Steps to Pier, Shops and Tours
You will love the location of "On Island Time". A cute coastal themed cottage steps to waterfront & right in downtown Bar Harbor. Waterview & smell of salty sea breeze greet you from your doorstep! Ollie’s Trolley just across the street. Close to Agamont Park, Bar Island Trail, Ocean Path. Walk down the streets & dine at restaurants within a short easy walk. Tandem Parking for 2 vehicles. Each room equipped with split type heat pumps. Enjoy our hospitality and create beautiful memories!

In town retreat close to Acadia
This cozy one bedroom retreat is ideally located for walking to downtown or a stroll into Acadia. Secluded off of a residential street and with off street parking, the house has a private courtyard for you to enjoy, a full kitchen, washer/dryer and AC/heat. The park's loop road with access to Sand Beach, Ocean Drive, Champlain mountain and a huge network of trails are just down the street while restaurants, the village green, shops, shore path and an active waterfront are a 15 min. walk away.

Schoodic Loft Cabin "The Roost" with Kayaks
This playful cabin offers a unique spot to unwind and explore the Schoodic peninsula and Downeast Maine. Kayaks are provided to explore island studded 462 acre Jones pond, a 10 minute walk down a trail. A 10 minute drives brings you to the less visited Schoodic section of Acadia NP, where a network of hiking and biking trails lace the coastal forests and dramatic rocky coast. Nearby Winter Harbor has shops and restaurants and even a ferry across the bay to Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island.

Quiet 2-bedroom house on Acadia's doorstep.
Minutes from Acadia, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth and other DownEast destinations. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful home in the heart of Vacationland. We are nearing the end of a long renovation, so you will find some projects unfinished (mostly exterior). But, we hope that won't stop you from having a great time exploring the area. New floors, kitchen, lighting, and hot water heat pump - we've poured a lot of love and energy into making this a great spot for our family, and yours!

The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two
Located on Mount Desert Islands, "Quietside". The cottage features high ceilings and an open floor plan, with a small deck looking into the woods The walls are decorated with original art work by the owner. Our location is central to the island, situated just outside the village of Somesville; 15 minutes to Bar Harbor, 10 minutes to Southwest Harbor by car. Hiking and swimming opportunities are just 5 minutes away by car. The Arthaus is not suitable for pets, despite our love for them.

Skipping Stone on Frenchman's Bay Weekly Rental
Our beachfront home is good for families and pets, with open plan, private bedrooms and an enclosed deck. The beach is perfect for cookouts, walking and exploring. We are nestled down a long gravel drive with quiet neighbors. The main floor bedroom (queen bed) accesses a screened sitting area. The downstairs bedroom (walkout basement) has twin beds and futon chair (single). We are 5 miles from the village, 2.5 miles from Acadia Visitor Center, and .5 miles from an Explorer stop.

Water's Edge-Oceanfront with Stellar View
Water’s Edge offers panoramic coastal water views in a 2-Bedroom+Loft, 1-Bath vacation cottage located feet from the shore. Ideally located between Acadia National Park’s Schoodic Peninsula and Mt Desert Island, your serene cottage has private access to the coast with wonderful views of Frechman Bay and Cadillac Mountain. Explore all the beauty of Acadia National Park, climb local mountains, kayak the Mt Desert Narrows or just watch the tides and mountains from your private deck!

Hulls Cove Cottage
Settled right outside Hulls Cove Village and its entrance to Acadia National Park, this lovely, cozy cottage is minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and its shopping, restaurants, kayaking and other activities. A classic New England shingled cape, you'll feel right at home in the updated living space, with an upstairs queen bedroom, loft with twin beds, and private backyard. Centrally located to take advantage of everything Mt. Desert Island has to offer! Registration #VR1R25-047

Renovated Bar Harbor Cottage just blocks from town
Acadia and Bar Harbor await you as does this sparkling clean, renovated cottage on one of Bar Harbor's favorite streets. Your vacation home on Ledgelawn Avenue is just blocks from town. Walk to restaurants, shops, and the ocean. Whether you're here to stroll the island or hike/bike/run, Cedar Cottage has all you need. Relax with your coffee in the sunroom, sitting area, or on the deck; make great meals in the well-stocked kitchen; sleep soundly on Puffy and Casper beds!
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Resort style, family friendly getaway!

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SW Harbor: Salt in the Pines-Modern, Magical Oasis

Cozy Beachfront Retreat on Somes Sound
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