Sullivan, Maine
This camp has been in the Card family for 38 years. Amenities:Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Area, 2 bedrooms, one is a master , queen bed, no bath in that bedroom.2 double beds in guest bedroom and a loft with 2 twin beds.Also has small full size bathroom.Water for camp comes from lake, drinking and cooking water comes from near by fresh Spring. Back deck for BBQ, front deck with seating & table overlooks Pond. Activities: water activities, dock on Pond for swimming,Kayaking,boating,fishing( small mouth bass,pickerels,and white Perch. Hiking : Schoodic and Black Mountain behind camp. Other activities:The Downeast Sunrise Trail is accessible from camp for ATV's , hiking, biking. Places to visit near by: Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor . Hancock Point, Winter Harbor and Down East Coast. Also has cedar framed outside shower and Porta Pot ( is cleaned weekly ) Tree house with deck, can comfortably sleep 2 people. Shed with washer & dryer.Access to a beach with 2 kayaks and a canoe.We love having family’s with children on Flanders Pond!
the water from faucet was not usable to drink or cook with. this should of been very clear in the description of cottage. the fact it was not i think was dishonest, misleading at best.
This place is absolutely beautiful. From the stillness of the early morning to the afternoon breeze off the lake to evenings around the fire, its the sort of place where memories are made. With its private dock, canoe, kayaks, and paddleboat there's plenty to keep you occupied and engaged. Or just sit on the deck and soak up the sun. Pergaps the best thing i can say about our stay is that my phone got wet so it wouldnt charge, and i did not care one little bit! I was enjoying myself far too much to care about missed calls. You wont regret a visit here.
Had a great experience. The cottage was very clean and the host even provided drinking water for us. We used the kayaks and had a blast. It is a bit of a drive from Bar Harbor and/or Acadia but it honestly wasn’t a big issue. It was nice to go into the park and town and then have a place to come back to unwind at. Beautiful view of the lake out the back. All around great. 10/10 best cootage ever.
The spot was lovely, the host seemed nice enough but the house had a glad plug-in in every outlet and so many sentef trash bags, as well as the dryer going so when you went outside to catch your breath you were bombarded with the overwhelming sent of dryer sheets! Not relaxing or pleasant!!!
We are so fortunate to stay in Mrs. Card’s camp. It’s perfect in every way. We cannot wait to return next summer! Thank you, Mrs. Card!
We stayed here while working in the area and we loved it here. I definitely want to come back with my family. The lake was gorgeous, the house is cozy and it's in such a quiet location.
We loved our stay at Back of the Moon cottage! The cottage is very comfortable with every amenity you could possibly need. Breezes from the pond and fans in every room kept the temperature cool even on the hottest days. We visited Acadia, Bar Harbor and discovered local restaurants. Enjoyed popovers, lobster and red hot dogs. Sat on the deck and was entertained by loons, hummingbirds, a jet skier doing wheelies and a nearby bald eagle. Loved the outdoor shower! Didn’t have time to kayak or canoe so hopefully next visit. Sharon is an excellent host and easy to contact with questions. Best Maine vacation in years!
Very nice place with the homey feeling. We had everything we needed. My kids enjoyed learning about the card family with all the memorabilia around. We spent most of our time in bar harbor and Acadia national park. And enjoyed a quiet camp in the evening
Nestled away from the beaten path, Sharon's cottage is a hidden gem. The cottage has ALL the amenities you and your guests will need we were able to make our own lobster boil on premises. Meal prep was/is easy in a well stocked kitchen. Days were spent with a fishing pole in hand and swimming in the clear pond waters. The availability of the canoe and kayaks were a great bonus for enjoying the water. In our catch and release we were able to land various sized small mouth bass, tons of sunfish, and one surprise catfish from the docks. Nights were spent around the campfire roasting s'mores and listening to loons. Cell coverage allowed for setting up a personal hotspot for those working remotely. We had a great time and loved being able to travel to Schoodic or Mount Desert Island easily...all with neighboring towns and restaurants within a short drive. Truly a great quiet location with which to recharge...and be sure to enjoy the outdoor shower as well!
This is a classic camp on a beautiful body of water. We're from the lake country area of Wisconsin (between Milwaukee and Madison). This is as big as some of the bigger lakes in our area, so don't let the term pond, scare you off. Sharon was a GREAT host, who recommended some beautiful hikes. Schoodic Mtn was one of our favorites of the week, and just minutes from the camp. We also visited Bar Harbor, and hiked in Acadia National Park. Winter Harbor Lobster Co-Op was a great place to pick up some lobster for dinner. Campfires at night provided the perfect way to end the day's activities. Everything you could need is here for you to use. Thanks, Sharon for being a great host and opening up your place to us!
Great place to stay! About an hour from the park! Quiet on a large pond!
We had the best escape ever. What a piece of heaven. We appreciate the beauty of the outdoors and this place had it all while keeping you cozy 3
We swam, kayaked, canoed, hiked, biked, read on the deck, ran on the trails, took the ferry to Bar Harbor. Sharon's cabin was perfect for our intergenerational family get away.
Five adults had the loveliest of stays at Back of the Moon Cottage. We just loved the call of loons, the proximity to water off the beaten path, the warmth of Sharon, dinners on the deck, access to kayaks, games and laughter on a rainy day, visits to Schoodic and Mt Desert, Schoodic Head trail, Schoodic beach and the Granite Gallery in Sullivan. Don’t hesitate to book this lovely spot and May your adventures there be wonderful!
We had a great time at this cottage. The best part was the lake . It was wonderful to be so close to this beautiful body of water. We enjoyed sitting on the deck (which has comfortable sitting arrangements and is beautifully decorated with solar lights) and taking in the view. We all loved the experience of staying in a place that seemed so tucked away from urban settings. We went canoeing on the lake . Wanted to take a dip in the lake but missed the chance. The house is cozy and has just enough space for our family of four. It is clean and comfortable inside the house. And the owner has stocked up the place very well with everything you need in your daily life, from kitchen utensils, coffee, condiments , plates, cups to tolltaries, vanity mirror and hair dryer. The cottage has a tree house with bunk beds and an outside shower which are plus. It is situated down an unpaved , dirt road which should not be an issue (especially with a bigger vehicle or SUV) and in fact adds to its wilderness vibe. We wish to come back here again soon.
The cottage was so comfortable and inviting. Loved being on water. Lovely breezes all evening. No air conditioning needed. Wonderful stay.
Had a fabulous 5-night stay at the Card Camp. Exceptionally clean while at the same time felt very comfortable and “at home”. Enjoyed all the family artifacts. Sharon was a great host, dropping off water before we even needed it. It’s so well-stocked/set up that you only need to bring your clothes and groceries. Loved the kayaks, canoe, and outdoor shower too. Hope to return in the future.
We stayed 5 nights at the Back of the Moon cottage, and it was excellent. It was a jumping off point for our daily excursions to Acadia NP, Quobby Lighthouse, Cutler,, Shoranadic Byway, Bar Harbor and many other places. It was very relaxing returning to the 'off the beaten path' cottage to relax and enjoy the deck and a listen to the loons after of long day of touring. The family enjoyed 'lots' of seafood during the week (the lobster rolls and carb rolls were wonderful), in the area, and even we grilled burgers at the cottage one night. The cottage had everything we needed including comfortable beds - a real plus after a long day. Communications with the owner were timely and any questions we had where quickly answered. If you don't mind being a little off the beaten path, I would highly recommend the Back of the Moon cottage to anyone - hopefully we will be able to return in the future and enjoy the lake a little more. Thanks again for sharing your Back of the Moon cottage. Jim
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