Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath

Absolutely beautiful property and surrounding area. Was so magical waking up to the view provided by endless windows each morning. We will be back!

The view was wonderful!! We enjoyed the deck and also all the windows. Our 3 days there were not enough; we will keep Idle Hour II on our list for a future trip!

Beautiful property but small

Beautiful home right on the ocean. Friendly owner and all around great stay!

OMG!! This place is amazing!!! From the views, the tranquility , quietness, it was a great place to rewind. Being from Florida the snow was so cool as well. Chris and Michelle

It was very convenient and comfortable. Our only concern was the size of the double bed in the main bedroom and suggest replacing it with a queen sized bed and moving out the dresser in that room. Overall, we had an excellent stay.

From any room the views were outstanding overlooking the ocean. Watched the best sunrise without leaving the bed.

We had two couples. Each of us had had ample space. House was spacious. We were truly right on the ocean. Loved the full ocean side windows. We could hear the waves at high tide.

Less than an hour from Acadia and Bar Harbor. Our first trip to Maine and this was the most quiet & peaceful rental that I have ever stayed in. The house was wonderful.. clean and had everything that we needed. We walked down to Perry's Lobster shack the evening we checked in and the food was wonderful. Check in was smooth. The most beautiful sunrise over the water that I have ever seen. We would love to go back in the summer. Highly recommend!

An absolutely beautiful place! The owner was extremely responsive, which we sincerely appreciated.

Views from the back windows were amazing. Kitchen was very well equipped . Restaurants were more accessible in Blue Hill which is about a 20 minute drive. Stores and restaurants in Ellsworth were good but frequently there was a lot of traffic and roadwork to get to Ellsworth.

Very lovely home and the location is excellent. It had everything you could need.

We enjoyed the waterfront view, wildlife and comings and goings of the lobster boats. It was so convenient to walk down the street to Perry's for dining on the wharf or take-out lobster and chowder. The location was perfect to explore the sites in all directions. The house is setup nicely for two couples to share.

Perfection! At high tide it feels like you are on a ship - water views out of every window. Fabulous location and incredibly clean. Well stocked kitchen. Nice to have quality pans to cook with! Really nice to be able to swim right at the foot of the steps, and to be just a short walk from a more official beach. Quiet and peaceful at night.Hope to return again next year!

Idle hour is the most amazing VRBO we have ever stayed in. The view is panoramic from the moment you walk in the door. Everything is spotless attention to detail many little amenities that make things so much simpler. Condiments in the fridge, clearly marked instructions for everything electronic totally relaxing, gorgeous!

We loved our stay. Your furnishings and home are lovely! We enjoyed kayaking, too!

As soon as we entered this Lovely Cottage we fell in love with it. Everything imaginable was there for our stay. From the humming of a lobster boat as it left in the wee hours of the morning to the Magnificent View/Sunrises from our bedroom. We also enjoyed the Antics from a Blue Heron along with watching two seals both right in front of our Cottage. We can not give enough accolades for this Cottage. We definitely hated leaving this morning. We hope to make it back. It was a wonderful way to celebrate our Anniversary.Sincerely,Tom and Roxanne BubarRetired Potato Farmers from Aroostook County.

This property was amazing and a perfect quiet getaway for our honeymoon!

This is a magical spot with an unbelievable location! Literally right on the water with sunrise viewing from your bed! Enjoyed the available firepit to sit and chill in the evenings. Also, there is a Lobster Shack two doors down if you don't want to travel for dinner!

This cottage was PERFECT! We loved that they had everything we needed for our stay, even a cooler to take for picnics in Acadia. The views were so pretty and so great to wake up to. The property manager was easy to correspond with and prompt at responding. We would highly recommend this rental.

We enjoyed our stay here. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was because of an ant problem. There was ant bait set out and spray to use so that was helpful. Otherwise this place is perfect for the gorgeous views and peaceful surrounding. I would stay here again.

Absolutely beautiful property! We spent time almost every day just sitting on the deck listening to the waves lapping at the shore below.

What a beautiful spot! Although it was a ways away from the area attractions, we loved the peace and serenity. The kids enjoyed exploring the shoreline and playing the board games there while mom and dad relaxed and enjoyed the view. The house had everything we needed.

Very beautiful and spacious home ! Awesome views to Acadia .

We spent a lovely week here. Had everything we needed. It was very peaceful in May, highlyrecommend a stay,

This was our sons first trip and we couldn’t have stayed at a better place. Amazing views and great location close to Acadia National Park! We will be back!

The view from the house cannot be surpassed. A really lovely location. Quiet, peaceful and off the beaten path. Close to Ellsworth if you need a good-sized grocery store or can’t live without a chain restaurant. Acadia and Bar Harbor are just as easily accessible. The space itself is reasonably sized and can easily accommodate four adult guests for sleeping. The downside is that, like a lot of good waterfront properties in Downeast, it’s cheaply furnished, slightly rundown and in need of some updating. It’s also run by a property manager so there isn’t really personalized attention given to things. Linens, towels and dishware were all musty and smelled like they were put away wet. Very minimal creature comforts. The outdoor space was cramped (no room to accommodate the maximum number of guests allowed) and the setup didn’t take advantage of the view. Very confusing and contradictory heating and cooling instructions as well. I would probably stay again, especially at this time of year when the main road was quiet and prices might have been lower. Pictures were technically accurate but somewhat misleading once you got the layout in person.

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We loved our stay at Idle Hour II. Especially all the windows from which we could take in the surroundings. Bar Harbor and Acadia was an easy 45 min drive. Beds (seemed to be the same) were not our favorite for comfort. Everything's was clean and had the amenities we needed. Having 2 camping chairs in the utility room was great - we ate our lunch on Sand Beach in comfort! We would definitely stay again.

This place was perfect for a five day getaway of peace, relaxation, and stunning water views. Loved it.

Was the best place we stayed on our vacation and stayed in a total of 4 places this trip. Would so come back and stay a week or two. Was a perfect spot to enjoy family.

My husband and loved Idle Hour II! The location was perfect, the views are exceptional and it is a very cozy cottage with everything we needed. Perfect area for exploring nearby Bar Harbor and Acadia. And having Ellsworth and Blue Hill both just 10 minutes away for grocery items was super convenient. We would love to stay again in the future. Thanks! Scott & Toni in Texas

Great location to visit Bar Harbor and the National Park.

Loved the location of this place. Very relaxing and great scenery. Would stay here again.

The view was absolutely amazing. The property was clean and comfortable. We also loved walking down to the lobster shack for dinner.

Such a beautiful location and Cheri gave a very accurate description of the spot! Stunning is the only description to give the sunsets and rises. Thank you for sharing your place with us!

Comfortable, quiet, beautiful sunrises, dark skies, exquusute views. Perhaps my favorite VRBO ever. It was a privilege to spend a week there.

Can't imagine a better location for our first trip to Acadia/Bar Harbor. The panoramic view of the water can't be beat...and is ever changing with the tides and sky. Its a very peaceful retreat after a day of being among the crowds in BH and Acadia. If you want to sleep in, be sure to bring an eye mask as the light filtering shades on the many windows allow for a bright interior when the sun is shining.

The house was well equipped down to every detail. The house and beds (especially) were very comfortable. It was extremely quiet. But most of all, the views! The sunrise was gorgeous and it was so peaceful sitting on the deck. We fell in love with Maine and this property!

My family (husband and two kids, 8 and 7) spent a week at this charming rental house in Surry, Maine, and it was a truly wonderful experience. The house is beautifully situated in a quiet, picturesque area with stunning views of the surrounding nature. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat, this is the perfect spot. We enjoyed being close enough to explore Bar Harbor and the other coastal towns while still having a serene place to return to each day. The rental house is well-maintained, clean, and very comfortable. It has a cozy charm with modern amenities, which made our stay very pleasant. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals, and we appreciated the thoughtful touches like a welcome basket with local treats. The living room was spacious and inviting, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. One of the highlights of the house was the outdoor space. The deck offered a beautiful view of the waterfront, and we spent many mornings enjoying coffee and the fresh Maine air. The property also has direct access to the water which was a major plus with small kids. They could explore in our own private beach and splash in the water!

Great property! Perfect location and house is exactly as described. We plan to go back again next year!

Not Satisfied with the stay. The conversation with property manager was not good