June 10–14 Open | 10-BR Northeast Harbor Home, Ocean Views, 1 Mile to Acadia

Mount Desert, Maine
$1006 avg/night Minimum Stay 5 Nights
Bed 10

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 15

Max Sleeps

Night 5 nights

Min Stay

Escape to the quiet charm of Northeast Harbor at this peaceful and well-appointed cottage nestled just off Thuya Drive. Perfectly situated for exploring the natural beauty of Mount Desert Island, the home offers unmatched access to Acadia National Park and the neighboring Land & Garden Preserve.

Random Ridge is a treasured family home filled with warmth and history, waiting for you to create your own memories. This classic Maine cottage is nestled in the trees across the harbor from the town, with sweeping views of Northeast Harbor and the Western Way. It features nine bedrooms, an elegant living room open to a dining room, and a cheerful kitchen with large table for family breakfasts or lobster dinners.

This is a peaceful place to unplug and reconnect with nature, family and friends. Step out the back door, and walk directly to Asticou Terraces or Thuya Garden, both part of the Preserve's beloved trail network. For adventurers, the Stanley Brook entrance to Acadia is less than a mile away—ideal for hiking, biking, or scenic drives along the Park Loop Road. The carriage roads and Jordan Pond are just minutes away by car or bike.

This is a real home, full of beauty and character. Enjoy comfortable furnishings, fires in the fireplace and kitchen wood stove, puzzles and board games, and drinks on the wrap-around porch with an ever-changing post-card perfect view of Northeast Harbor.

Fully equipped kitchen with 2 ovens, a wood room filled with wood for the living room fireplace and kitchen woodstove, and a laundry room with washer and dryer. Stocked linen and towel closets.

While this is a historic home without central HVAC, Maine’s cool summer breezes and thoughtful touches like fans and space heaters ensure a comfortable stay.

MAIN HOUSE:
This is an elegant six-bedroom house with welcoming common spaces and a wrap-around porch with views of Northeast Harbor.

First floor:
• Living Room with harbor views & fireplace
• Kitchen with woodstove & seating for 8-10
• Dining Room with seating for 8-10
• Furnished Wrap-around Porch with views of Northeast Harbor, the Western Way, and the surrounding natural forest landscape
• Bedroom with double bed & fireplace
• Bathroom with clawfoot tub & shower


Second floor:
• Master Bedroom with queen bed, two closets, balcony, and water views
• 2 Bedrooms with double beds
• 1 Bedroom with double bed, harbor views, & private bathroom with clawfoot tub & shower
• 1 Bedroom with twin bed
• 1 Shared Bathroom with walk-in shower


THE LODGE:
Rustic and charming space with 2 bedrooms and bath. This was the original cottage built by J.H. Curtis in 1881. This is a perfect space for a small family. It has a bedroom for the parents, an adjoining room with a twin bed, and its own living/play area, bath, and private porch.

• Attached to main house via a long covered passageway
• Large entertaining/gathering space with seating/play area, dining table for 8, and window seats.
• 1 Bedroom with double bed
• 1 small Bedroom with twin bed
• Bathroom with tub/shower
• Outside deck with stairs to garden

BACK HOUSE
The back bedrooms (the original maid’s quarters) offer space apart that is perfect for teens or young adults who want a little distance from the rest of the family.

First Floor:
• Entryway & Wood Room
• Laundry Room
• Shower and separate WC with toilet

Second Floor
• 1 Bedroom with 2 twin beds
• 1 Bedroom with 3 twin beds
• Hallway with sink

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    10 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4434 Sq Ft (412 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 15

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Review Review

  • Cara L.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    I traveled with a group of 6 women for a hiking retreat and boy did we luck out with this beautiful home! Tons of room that each of us had our own room with a few rooms to spare! Beds were comfortable and the home was extremely clean. The kitchen was well stocked - everything from coffee to spices to zip loc bags! The hosts thought of everything we may need to cook and enjoy ourselves in the kitchen. Wood for stoves and fireplaces was provided as well as portable heating units. Amazing assortment of extra bedding and towels were also available and we even had access to the washer and dryer. The front porch provided an amazing view of the water and was a special gathering place for us to talk and just relax! We enjoyed going down the 'secret hall' and into a completely different wing of the house - absolutely amazing and would have been a big hit for our kids! The location was perfect - close to tons of trailheads and the Thuya gardens. We could walk out the front door and be off to an adventure without even driving anywhere. I can't possibly do justice to how amazing this location and setting were! The hosts were immediately communicative and the guest book was chock full of 58 pages of information from nuances of the house to recommended adventures, food, and entertainment. It was the nicest and most thoughtful book for guests that I have ever seen! We all felt very lucky to be able to stay here and would love the opportunity to come back soon! Thank you!

  • M B.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    Random Ridge is a special home. The history and family feeling throughout is clearly what makes this house a perfect place for a family reunion. The views of the ocean and marina are unbelievably beautiful. We enjoyed the proximity to Acadia and Bar Harbor. You can hike the nearby trails with spectacular scenery to Jordan Pond. The house is clean and well stocked for meal preparation. We were concerned about not having AC during a summer stay but even on hot days the house stayed cool with a few windows open and we never felt the need to have AC during our stay. Spending time on the deck that overlooked the marina was a highlight of our stay. I would definitely recommend this house if you’re looking for something different from the normal vacation rental property.

  • maura s.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    This house is truly magic. From our first drive up the tree lined path to Random Ridge we felt like we were driving into a fairytale. The house was clean and welcoming. Having been in the same family for over 75 years, it immediately felt like home. The house was expansive and optimistic, it was a sheer joy for our kids and extended family & friends. Each room has a beautiful view and the secret rooms and doors leading to other rooms made it so fun to explore. The proximity to beautiful gardens and incredible day hikes at Acadia National Park were amazing. After some long day hikes, is was so nice to come back to this beautiful house to relax and hang out in the family room and catch the last light on the wraparound porch after dinner. We are already planning our next trip back to Random Ridge!

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