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Coveside Lakehouse on Sandy Point
If you are looking for a beautiful vacation spot on Green Lake, look no further. Cove Side Lake House on Sandy Point is the perfect place for you and your whole family to enjoy the lovely Maine summer, from sunrise until sun set. Whether you enjoy relaxing on the deck, catching a nap in the hammock, or fishing and kayaking, this is the vacation destination you've been dreaming of. Green Lake, located in Ellsworth/Dedham Maine, is a 3,132 acre freshwater lake with a maximum depth of over 170ft.

Lakefront Cabin in Acadia National Park
Enjoy Acadia National Park within the Park in a private lakefront cabin, large deck, dock, offshore swim float, canoe, kayaks, charcoal grill, fire pit, indoor & outdoor hot showers. Studio with loft, kitchen, and bathroom on Echo Lake in Acadia. Sleeps 5 (KING loft, QUEEN convertible couch, and SINGLE fold-out twin bed). Camping approach: PACK-IN/PACK-OUT everything incl. garbage. You must bring your own sheets, pillows, blankets, towels & paper products. Lake Views, Sunsets and Loons abound!

Southwest Harbor Cottage
Enjoy unparalleled views of bustling Southwest Harbor and the beauty of Acadia National Park from the comfort of Eagle's Nest. Perched on a granite cliff, this thoughtfully designed little home provides for your every need. For anything else, take the ten minute stroll into the village, where you'll find plenty of local shops and restaurants. You can access the water via a set of stairs leading from the property to the shoreline. End your days on the deck and keep your eyes peeled for seals!

Lake Front-Spa Tub-Fire Pit-Full Kitchen-Canoe
Need to escape the hustle and bustle or a cramped work from home life? The year-round lakehouse is perfect for the outdoor recreational enthusiast, the work-from-home adventurist, a family trip to Acadia, or a cold-weather spa escape. Enjoy this spacious waterfront home in Bucksport, Maine. Relax in the spa tub, fish from the included canoe and kayak, or work remotely with a view. When you want to explore, the home's location is convenient to Bangor, Brewer, Ellsworth, and Bar Harbor!

Seaside Cottage, Southwest Harbor & Acadia
Our cozy family cottage on the "Quiet Side" of Mount Desert Island has panoramic views of Southwest Harbor and the Cranberry Islands. Watch the tide and boats come and go from your bed! High tide splashes below the cantilevered deck. Quaint downtown shopping & dining is just 3/10 mile along a sidewalk. Several access points to Acadia National Park less than 5 miles away; downtown Bar Harbor is a 25 minute drive. The cottage is ideal for couples or families with supervised children.

Tiny house with AC!!
A tiny guest house (450 sq ft) overlooking the Benjamin River. AC!!. Enjoy a cup of coffee on your private porch. Living area has a smart tv (no cable, but internet available to access your streaming account). DVD's also available. Kitchenette comes with Keurig with k-cups included, mini fridge, coffee maker/filters, toaster oven, microwave, 2 burner hot plate (no oven), dishes/pots and pans. There is a loft with an army cot. Not suitable for children under age 5.

"Starry Nights", secluded cottage with ocean views
Soak in spectacular sunsets from this peaceful, secluded cabin overlooking the serene waters of Sawyer's Cove in Blue Hill Bay. Nestled near Seal Cove harbor on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Start your day with a cup of coffee or unwind in the afternoon with your favorite drink on the spacious open deck, all while taking in sweeping ocean views that never get old.

2BR Condo Downtown SWH + Ocean Views [Driftwood]
This newly renovated 4th Floor Condo was completed in 2022. Enjoy a private deck and your view of Southwest Harbor! The open concept design of the main living space of the home is great for groups to enjoy together! **In 2023 we switched from Window A/C Units to Portable A/C Units to reduce noise from road in bedrooms** Location Highlights: -4min Drive to Bass Harbor -18min Drive to Acadia National Park [Hulls Cove Entrance] -20min Drive to Downtown Bar Harbor

Duck Cove Apartment
Enjoy salty sea air when you stay at this vacation rental apartment in Bernard, Maine! Bring along your own kayaks to take advantage of the waterfront property. Just a few miles from Acadia National Park and a 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor , the space allows you and your favorite travel companions to explore the beautiful surroundings with ease! It doesn't get any better than beautiful ocean views, direct water access, and the best lobster in the country;

Salty Suite {Oceanside Cottage/Near Acadia}
Cozy ocean front cottage! Spectacular panoramic views of the ocean at Mount Desert Narrows, Mount Desert Island and Cadillac Mountain! Centrally located down a private lane 10 minutes from Ellsworth and 20 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park! Wake up in the quiet comfort of the warm cottage and spend the day exploring Acadia’s Wonderland and visiting the amazing shops and excellent restaurants in downtown Bar Harbor. Come enjoy Salty Suite!

The Tiny House with the Enormous View of Acadia
The Tiny House on Goose Cove is the perfect place from which to enjoy your visit to Acadia National Park. Set on three acres of shore front property, the house features spectacular views of Mount Desert Island. The entrance to the Park, and the shops and restaurants of Bar Harbor, are just 20-25 minutes away by car. And when you've had enough of the bustle and crowds, you can retreat to the peace and serenity of this beautiful property.

Meadow Point Cottage
Meadow Point cottage is located on a very quiet five acre property with panoramic views of Frenchman's Bay and Mount Desert Island. It takes about thirty minutes to drive over to MDI and Acadia National Park. The property has a private beach for kayaking and woods with a picnic area and fire pit. It is a wonderful spot for walking and viewing wildlife; ducks, eagles, shore birds, seals and deer.
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Tapley Farm Waterfront Apartment, Acadia, Pets

Canal View|DTWN Bangor|Steps to great Restaurants

Union River Retreat Private Apartment

Downtown waterfront Belfast with amazing views.

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Oddfellows Hall-Second Floor

Oceanview in Southwest Harbor
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Pilot House

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Sunny Waterfront Home Overlooking Blueberry Field

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Waterfront condo rentals

Harbor Heights

Marina side Stern condo

Toddy Haven: A Lakeside Condo Near Acadia.

Cozy 2BR in Downtown Bar Harbor! [Agamont Cottage]

Samoset Resort 2br Suite, Saturday Check-In

2BR Condo + Ocean Views in Downtown SW [Seaglass]

Best views on MDI 2 bdrm 2 bth condo waterfront

Harbor View Cottage Unit A 2 bedroom downtown
When is the best time to visit Mount Desert?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ628 | ﺩ.ﺇ624 | ﺩ.ﺇ621 | ﺩ.ﺇ643 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,451 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,653 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,715 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,473 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,285 | ﺩ.ﺇ1,377 | ﺩ.ﺇ859 |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -6°C | -1°C | 6°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 9°C | 3°C | -3°C |
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Mount Desert vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ367 per night before taxes and fees

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80 of Mount Desert vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Mount Desert stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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