Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia

Franklin, Maine
$282 avg/night Minimum Stay 5 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 5 nights

Min Stay

A rustic Maine camp on pristine Donnell Pond. Great swimming, birdwatching, hiking. Plenty of outdoor space including two decks, a dock, and a private swimming area. Close to Bar Harbor Acadia National Park. Most of Donnell Pond and surrounding mountains are in the 14,000 acre Donnell Pond Public Reserve Land protected area. Bring your boat, kayaks, paddle boards, and canoes!

Location

Little Loon Cabin is located on Donnell Pond in Franklin, Maine. Donnell Pond is a little over1000 acres with miles of shoreline. The pond is great for swimming, fishing, and boating with access from our private dock. Donnell Pond is surrounded be several mountains that are part of Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land. Schoodic, Tunk, and Caribou Mountains are nearby and great hikes! Little Loon Cabin is under an hour to downtown Bar Harbor and the Acadia National Park Visitors Center. We are only a few miles from the ocean, and ~20 miles to Winter Harbor and the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia National Park. The picturesque coastal Maine villages of Sorrento, Winter Harbor, Birch Harbor, and Corea are all very close by. From Little Loon Cabin you can explore all of Acadia and Downeast Maine, and enjoy the quiet tranquility of a wild Maine lake.

Amenities

Little Loon Cabin is a classic Maine camp, just steps from Donnell Pond. We have an open living area cooking, dining and relaxing, three bedrooms, two full baths, two decks, a private dock on the pond, and a sandy beach for swimming. The entire cabin is on a single level, though there are stairs down from the parking area to the cabin.

Things to do.

Donnell Pond is your front yard. Relax on the dock or go for a swim. Keep an eye out for loons, ducks, osprey, kingfisher, and bald eagles.

Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land surrounds almost the entire shoreline of Donnell Pond, and includes several large mountains. The trailheads to Tunk and Caribou Mountains are a few mils away. The trailhead for Schoodic Mountain is about 15 miles (only 2 miles as the crow flies). Schoodic Mountain (elevation 1090 feet) offers fantastic views of Acadia, Mount Desert Island, and beyond. You can also walk ¼ mile to Schoodic Beach on Donnell Pond and go for a swim. Other hikes from the trailhead include Black Mountain, Fiery Mountain, and Wizard Pond.

If you like to mountain bike, check out the Downeast Sunrise Trail. This trail was constructed from an abandoned rail bed and stretches 85 miles through Maine wilderness from Ellsworth to Pembroke, with a trailhead just one mile from Little Loon Cabin.

Acadia National Park is nearby. Drive up Cadillac Mountain for great views of the Island and Downeast Maine. Drive the Park Loop Road and visit Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and Otter Cliffs. Hike the dozen mountain peaks on the Island. Wrap up your day with dinner in bustling Bar Harbor or the dine on the quiet side in Southwest Harbor or Bass Harbor. You can also leave your car and take the Windjammer Cruise Lines ferry to Bar Harbor from nearby Winter Harbor!

Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land is free to visit. Acadia National Park requires a daily, weekly, or annual pass.

Guest access

Deck, lake, and dock are all available for guest access. Fully equipped kitchen with electric range, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a gas grill on the deck, with backup propane tank. Laundry is provided free of change. Wifi is provided.

Interaction with guests

Open communication with guests via email or phone before arrival and during your visit. Smart lock access provides contact-free check in and check out. Let us know what we can do to make this your perfect Downeast Maine vacation!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Renewable Energy Used Unit Size: 991 Sq Ft (92 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Fitness Center Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near The Sea On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    15 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Troy B.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 5, 2025

    The Little Loon Cabin on Donnell Pond was a lovely getaway. The listing didn’t do the cabin and atmosphere justice. Mornings on the water were beautiful. Fall colors were mirrored on the pond. It was such a quiet and meditative space, perfect for reading, writing, and just being. From the early morning loon calls to the stars in the evenings - it was perfect. I especially enjoyed the book collection and having the opportunity to read about Dan's mother was extra special.

  • Caroline H.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    We stayed 1 week during our trip to Acadia. The property was accurately listed (photos were reflective). The cabin was a good size for my husband and I. I think if you had 4 people stay here it would have also been fine. It was nice having two bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances, cookware, and spices/cooking necessities. It was REALLY nice having laundry available, as well. As far as location… it was perfect for us. Situated right on beautiful Donnel pond at the end of a little road where it was secluded and peaceful. About 45-50 min to bar harbor/acadia which isn’t bad. Plus, we were comparable distance to Schoodic Point which was great. Didn’t explore the area too much around Donnell Pond, but would have loved to if we had more time! Minor complaints:- The osmosis filter may have needed changing, as water only came out at a drip. I’d recommend bringing bottles water, since the faucet water comes from pond. - Couldn’t get the hot water to work in the master bedroom. However, we used the other shower and thus never really tried hard to trouble shoot it (coulda been a user error).- shower curtain in smaller bathroom likely needs changing as it was a bit moldy. - wish we coulda opened windows to let in some fresh air in bedroom. I’d say this cabin felt very “campy” which is fun and it’s the vibe. Other things we enjoyed: - large master bedroom with beautiful lake views. - the dock w/ a nice view and chair- the porch w/ nice furniture to relax

  • Alison M.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    This lake adventure was perfect for us.We kayacked and swam.The camp is just the most comfortable cabin.Sitting on the decks watching ,the birds the boats and the changes in daylight was great.Easy access to Ellsworth and Milbridge made this the right location for us.We would come back any season.Thank you, Alison

  • Denise H.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Little Loon on Donnell Pond was a wonderful time and highly recommended place to stay! This is not a new cottage so it is rustic but with lots of modern conveniences. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed.Dan was a fabulous host, who provided lots of information on the house and the area. All our questions were answered prior to booking and concerns during the rental were handled quickly.The view of the lake from the master bed is amazing and will be greatly missed... until next time. Especially in the morning with the mist rising from the water. The cottage is tucked into trees but retains great views from the livingroom and porches. With the hummingbird feeder filled, we had lots of hummingbirds to watch. There were also loons and eagles seen by the house.This was a great base to explore downeast Maine... we didn't have time to see everything we had hopes but that just means we will need to return another year. Our trip included a day trip into New Brunswick Canada.We definitely recommend Little Loon if you are looking for a quiet, lakeside rental in the Downeast!

  • John R.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Charming cabin,nice lake, we all had fun.

  • Earline W.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2024

    Stayed Oct 13, 2024

    The cabin was perfect for us; very clean, quiet location, and beautiful setting. Absolutely loved it! The cabin had everything needed for a perfect stay, kitchen appliances and utensils, plenty of games and books, linens, and washer and dryer, which came in handy. Dan was fantastic to work with. He responded to my inquiries very quickly. We can't wait to visit, again.

  • Karen B.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Little Loon is a lovely camp on gorgeous Donnell Pond. The master bedroom is huge, with a very comfy king size bed and en suite bath. The sandy beach was great for launching our kayaks, and the kayaking was wonderful, with much of the surrounding land being wild preserve. There is also lovely hiking in the nearby blueberry barrens and nearby trails. We highly recommend this beautiful spot!

  • Janette H.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2023

    Stayed Oct 1, 2023

    Had a lovely stay at the property. Kitchen was well stocked, beautiful lake views, bed was comfy. We worked remotely, wifi was a strong enough connection for two using VC together. We saw bald eagles daily and the loons on occasion!

  • Aaron F.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2023

    Stayed Jul 22, 2023

    Clean, quiet and relaxing place to stay.

  • River L.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2022

    Stayed Oct 1, 2022

    The cabin, property and atmosphere is absolutely great! The pond looked gorgeous this time of year. Owner responds very quickly, too! Perfect place to relax and unwind.

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