Surry, Maine
The Cottage on a Hill is located in a spacious, newly-renovated Maine barn on a beautiful and historic farm. It is a five minute walk to nearby scenic Morgan Bay, very close to hiking trails, biking and swimming. Acadia National Park is about 45 minutes away.
The farm offers a seasonal performing arts center featuring classical, jazz, singer songwriter and blues series among others.
Few rental spaces offer all of this in a ten-minute radius.
Pets: Dogs and cats are welcome, but you must contact me in advance so we can discuss details. Upon approval, there is an additional cleaning fee of $50.00 for the one pet or $80 for two pets. The fee for the first pet is included in your VRBO total. If bringing more than one pet, the additional pet fee is payable in cash at checkout. Stays longer than 7 days will need to discuss possible additional pet cleaning fees with the host. Please note that many animals live near the property and frequently walk through it (such as deer, wild turkeys, neighbors' cats, etc.) A porcupine lives under one of the barns, so we recommend keeping dogs on a leash when outside to avoid injury.
Late arrivals after 9:00 PM are subject to a late fee of $25.00.
Additional guests: For more than 2 guests, there is an additional fee of $25 per guest per night.
Wife and I really enjoyed the stay. Deer Isle and Stonington are must sees. Blaze Brewery in Blue Hill
Very nice, full kitchen (which I didn't really need!). Bathrooms are more than adequate with plenty of hot water. May be slightly more rustic if that's not your thing (or, just what you want if it is!)
Wrong cabin. Nasty, grimy. Owner is a JERK! Screamed at me where to drive/park, etc as if I’d been there before. Do not stay here.
Alan was very hospitable during our stay. He walked us through the rental and offered recommendations for local restaurants, hike trails, and viewpoints. Alan was only a phone call away whenever we needed anything or had any questions.
The apartment was not as it appeared in VRBO photos. The pics must have been taken by a professional photographer when you compare the actual place to the “apartment.” It was clean but extremely rustic - and perhaps this is ok with some. The smell is very musty perhaps because this is an actual renovated barn. There are three apartments in this barn which could also make it very noisy at times. Views are not as portrayed. However, the host, Alan, was very friendly and we enjoyed meeting him.
A good base camp for visiting the Acadia National Park area without the maddening crowds.. we enjoyed the 45 minute drive each way to/from the Acadia NP area... light traffic on the 2-lane highways/roadways to Ellsworth made this a nice way to start and finish each day. But, be sure you stock up on snacks/food to cook because you won't find any nearby restaurants - and that's what makes it such a great location! It's definitely a more rustic interior than your typical hotel/motel but that's part of the charm. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and utensils, etc. and the overall open layout is very loft like. We really enjoyed the location and the host is welcoming and informative - they've been in the area for decades and are a great resource.
We did not end up staying here because of the quality of the room. The carpet was wet, it was smaller than expected, and the entryway was dirty and had cobwebs. Despite my filing out the form for 5 adults, the owner was surprised we had adults. He did promptly offer us a refund, but we ended up spending double on a last-minute hotel room because of the change.
The property was ideally placed. The grounds were gorgeous. And the space itself ead peaceful, clean, and graciously appointed. A wonderful stay.
If you are going to stay here, I suggest one of the cabins which look great. As for the “apartment with a view” - your view most likely will be other guests grilling just a few feet from your bedroom window on what turns out to be a communal deck, or sitting at the fire ring in front of the apartment with the smoke wafting inside. On the very hot, muggy nights I was there I had to close my windows (and, for privacy, my blinds).
Everything was as advertised, comfortable and convenient spot if you want to be near Acadia but away from the crowds.
Such a beautiful setting and the unseasonably warm weather made our stay that much better! Rustic accommodations made the experience truly enchanting. And the tour of the music hall where legends have played over the past 50 years was amazing! Lots of history and tales to be told here and in the nearby towns. Stroll Blue Hill and Ellsworth Main Streets -- dining and the breweries are must do's!
Quiet, rustic cabin with beautiful views, close to many hiking trails.
Alan was very helpful, a good host. This place is on the rustic side, but it is clean and has everything you need to prepare meals or simply make coffee. The country view is beautiful and is a great place to escape the tourist heavy cities in Acadia.
The photos in the listing fooled me a little, most of the photos are of another unit called cottage with a view. The unit is very rustic, much more so than I expected. Heart was provided though a wall unit that warmed unevenly the bed area was about 10 degree cooler than the coach area. The floors were uneven and the boards had sizable gaps between. If you’re interested in a rustic farm house experience I think you would enjoy it. It was just a little too rustic for me.
great views of Acadia, quiet, has all the essentials like beds and coffee maker but missing some of the cosy things one usually expects
This dwelling could use an interior design and some finishing touches
In addition to the charm and bucolic setting, the location was perfect for visiting Acadia Park and Mt. Desert.
The place was nice and quiet. It had everything you would expect from a cabin. Acadia National Park was an easy drive and I enjoyed not being in the craziness of Bar Harbor. There was also a small trail along the bay within walking distance of the property. A little farther down the road is Pugnuts Ice Cream Shop with amazing ice cream, gelato, and sherbert. The property owner was very nice and helpful. Definitely a place I would stay again!