Family-friendly vacation rentals in Hancock

Hancock, Frenchman's Bay Cottage

Frenchman’s Bay is right outside your window. With spectacular 180° views of Frenchman’s Bay and Mount Desert Island, this cottage is the perfect place to experience the best of coastal Maine. Located in the well-known community of Hancock Point, you’ll enjoy easy access to Acadia National Park and nearby attractions—all while soaking in a peaceful, quiet, and scenic setting. Spend your days hiking, biking, sailing, or kayaking—or simply relax and take in the ever-changing ocean views. The cottage features an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area, with two large sliding glass doors that look directly out onto the water. The kitchen is fully equipped with a full-size refrigerator, stove with microwave, Keurig, double sink, and ample counter space. You’ll also find plenty of cookware, utensils, dishes, and a gas grill for outdoor meals. The primary bedroom offers a comfortable king-size bed, generous closet space, and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower. The second bedroom includes two twin beds (a daybed with a trundle), suitable for both children and adults. Linens are provided. Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, TVs with Blu-ray and a window A/C unit if needed. An outdoor shower with hot water has also been recently added—perfect after a day at the beach. Please note: This is a non-smoking property. Due to a rock wall with approximately a 10-foot drop, the cottage may not be suitable for toddlers or very young children. Nearby attractions include: Park Loop Road (31.2 miles) Cadillac Mountain (33.3 miles) Bass Harbor Head Light (33.7 miles) Schoodic Peninsula (25.1 miles) Thunder Hole (34.3 miles) Jordan Pond House (24.5 miles) In and around Bar Harbor: Village Green (29.1 miles) Atlantic Brewing Company (28.9 miles) Bar Harbor Cellars (21.8 miles) Mount Desert Island Oceanarium (19.5 miles) Abbe Museum (29.1 miles) Agamont Park (29.1 miles) Mount Desert Island Farmers Market (20.9 miles) Nearest airport: Bangor International Airport (44.2 miles)

Nomad's Rest-Secluded Modern Camp 30 miles to MDI

The modern Maine camping experience. Enjoy an unforgettable stay in a geodesic dome outfitted with detached bathroom and shower. A fantastic jumping-off point for your favorite outdoor sports with hiking and biking trails within 10 minutes of the property and 30 miles from Acadia National Park. Return from a day of exploration to views of Maine lakes, the national park and a roaring fire pit! @nomaddomehome on Insta for more pictures. Adults-only and not equipped to handle children or infants

Flower Farm Loft

When you arrive at the Flower Farm Loft you're greeted by our dogs, who will likely jump on you with muddy paws and request fetch and pets. You're immediately surrounded by flowers in our gardens and flower studio. The loft has big east facing windows that look over our farm and surrounding fields. You'll open the curtains in the morning to incredible sunrises over Kilkenny Cove, and end your nights at your private fire pit with immaculate star filled skies that will make it hard to go inside.

The Cabins at Currier Landing Cabin 2: Meadow

Tranquil cabin; open plan. Bedroom w/queen bed & privacy doors. Alcove w/bunkbeds. The Cabins at Currier Landing, featured in Dwell as “Three Magical Tiny Cabins Take Root in a Maine Forest,” are located on the Thos. Currier Saltwater Farm. Glimpses of water & access to 300’ of the Benjamin River Harbor shore. 2 seasonal cabins; 1 studio cabin. Centrally located on the Blue Hill Peninsula near Deer Isle, the cabins offer access to outdoor activities, cultural events, restaurants & shops.

Edgewater Cabins

Edgewater is centrally located off of Route 1 (Schoodic Scenic By-way) in Sullivan Harbor. You can enjoy our beach and picnic tables on the wharf while surrounded by amazing views. You will find a tennis court just a short walk up our driveway. Nearby there are restaurants and dining, local hiking trails, and Acadia National Park. There are 2 other small cabins plus larger ones available that can accommodate families. In July and August there is a 7 night minimum stay from Sat. to Sat.

Waterfront Getaway on Kilkenny Cove – Near Acadia

Welcome to Tide Watch on Kilkenny Cove – a newly refreshed, 4-bedroom waterfront home just 23 miles from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. With stunning views, peaceful surroundings, and space for up to 8 guests (6 adults & 2 children), it's the perfect retreat for families, couples, or friends, looking to relax and explore the beauty of coastal Maine. Whether you're hiking in Acadia, exploring coastal towns, or just relaxing by the water, Tide Watch is your ideal Maine basecamp.

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!

Treetop Loft at Crabtree Neck Cottages

Pets negotiable. MUST DISCUSS BEFORE YOU REQUEST. Crate trained pets allowed for a fee. DISCOUNT for over 3 nights or dogs under 12 lbs. Ask! Pets come by prior arrangement only. Treetop sleeps 2, or 3 in a pinch. Must discuss well behaved children 6 or older as the deck is high. Owners/guests use garage/laundry below the studio. Kitchenette includes two burner hot plate and large dorm fridge, coffee maker, microwave, and toaster oven. Rental Agreement, PET POLICY, see notes.

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.

Acadia Treehouse near Bar Harbor - Private Luxury

Escape to a secluded luxury treehouse in the forest of Maine. Unwind in the spa-like full bath with a jacuzzi and sauna. Includes 1 bedroom and loft with 2 queen beds, full kitchen, fireplace, 2 screened porches & outdoor shower. Perfectly located for visiting Acadia National Park, ATV trails and scenic drives. Whether soaking in the jacuzzi, 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

cabin in the woods

Our cabin is a 2 min. walk to the rocky shore of Frenchman Bay. We are half way between Acadia National Park, 45 minutes away and Schoodic Peninsula, 20 minutes away. Our cabin is cozy and peaceful. Full kitchen and a gas fireplace for your enjoyment along with a compfy bed and a compfy futon in living room. Brilliant star lit sky and solitude at night. we open 6/13/20,we do not charge a cleaning fee, all we ask is to respect our cabin. thanks k&j

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.