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Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot – Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private waterfront retreat where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage style home rests on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the tide. Enjoy a sun-filled interior with cherry floors, a gourmet kitchen, and a private deck for sunrise coffee or evening wine. Wake to sweeping Penobscot River views & unwind by the fire pit at river’s edge. Just 10 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme

Southwest Harbor Hideaway in the Woods of Acadia
This eclectic buoy wonderland is the perfect hub for your vacation! Great for families & groups. 2 primary suites w/ king beds, king-bunk room & A/C throughout, nestled in the woods on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island! Amazing backyard entertaining area. Tons of amenities: kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, cornhole, & large firepit w/ firewood! Private yet convenient - close to the ocean, hikes, downtown SW Harbor, 5min to Acadia's Seawall Beach, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, Echo Lake Beach & more.

Bayview House 1br 2ba Stunning Harbor Views
Do you crave balmy summer evenings or frosty winter days that make you feel like you've been transported back to a simpler time? Or long for days spent on the water or experiencing village life with friendly locals in charming pubs tasting local eats? Experience the simple joys of life with rustic yet modern amenities offered at this coastal 2-story home. Whether daily strolls by the water or taking in the sunset on your deck, you'll fall in love with this lovely New England destination.

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.

CLEAN, spacious, each BR has private full bathroom
This 3 bedroom 3.5 bath home (each bedroom with its own full bathroom) is situated in a private, wooded setting on the edge of Southwest Harbor's bustling village. All on one level, it offers sophisticated yet comfortable furnishings in an open floor plan design. Each bedroom has a full bath. It’s close to several Acadia National Park access points (Long Pond and Echo Lake are both within a 5 minute drive). This home offers extra wide doorways accomodating those with mobility issues.

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.

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 #VR1R26-037

Sweetwater - Bright, Airy, Modern
Named for its sweet views of the ocean inlet just beyond the front patio, Sweetwater is a serene Scandinavian-modern retreat nestled on the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island — home to the beloved Acadia National Park. Whether you're gathering family or escaping with friends, this thoughtfully designed cottage offers everything you need for a restorative Maine getaway, just minutes from the Park's most cherished trails, swimming holes, and hidden gems

Manset Rock Cottage: A Coastal Retreat on MDI
Nestled on Mount Desert Island’s Quietside, Manset Rock Cottage offers breathtaking views of Acadia National Park, Southwest Harbor, and the Western Way. This charming 4BR home features a spacious great room with a fireplace, a full kitchen, and a large deck with woodland and ocean views. Stroll the private nature trail to the pebble beach and relax as sailboats drift by. Perfect on its own or rented with the Main House—your coastal escape awaits!

Welcome to Otterly A-maine-zing
Welcome to Otterly A-maine-zing, located in Otter Creek on Mount Desert Island in Maine. This adorable 2-bedroom cottage is conveniently located for all your Acadia adventures. Walk right out the front door and on to the trails! The Otter Creek trail connects to Otter Cove where you can watch for seals, hunt for sea glass, enjoy a day at the beach or continue your hike up the trail to Gorham Mountain, Beehive, Sand Beach, Thunderhole and beyond!

Acadia Southwest Harbor House
Our 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house is located in the Village of Southwest Harbor on Mt. Desert Island, where local lobstermen start their day around 3 am. The house is located across from Milagro Coffee Bar and the Shoppes at Southwest Harbor and just minutes away from many hiking trails in Acadia National Park, restaurants, shops, swimming holes & beaches. Links to our other vacation rentals can be viewed below.

Pretty Marsh Cottage
This beautiful, light-filled cottage on waterfront property on the western side of Mount Desert Island has picturesque views of the Mount Desert Narrows and access to a private pebble beach. The house is on very secluded wooded property for a nice private getaway. All you will hear are the sounds of birds and waves lapping up on the beach. Just a short drive to all that Acadia National Park has to offer!
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