Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard.

Mount Desert, Maine
$1581 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 8

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Night 1 nights

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Come and stay for a unique experience of Somes Sound Harbor. The Sound is the only fjard in the East coast. This fjard runs deep into Mount Desert Island, the main site of Acadia National Park. See eagles, hawks, herons, wild fowls & other wildlife right at your backyard. Complimentary kayaks & life vests are available to explore the Harbor. Enjoy sunrise, sunsets, moonrises or stargaze from the dock.

Located at Mount Desert Island- with convenient access to Bar Harbor (10-15 mins drive) & Acadia National Park. The house is in between the Somesville Library & The Gallery at Somes Sound. The historic Somesville Museum & Gardens is right across the street. There are multiple hiking trails closeby.

You can't get any closer to the water than this with wildlife right in your backyard! The waterfront is tidal which is awesome. On high tide the ocean water is about 5 feet from the house. High tide is about 8-12 feet high. Low tide is perfect for beach exploration.

This is a 3 level house with 3 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bath. The fourth full bathroom is located on the main level. There are two master bedrooms located respectively on the upper and lower levels of the house. Each with cozy king size beds. The second bedroom in the upper level has two queen beds. This waterfront vacation home offers unforgettable views of Somes Harbor with its backdrop mountains of Acadia National Park. There's regular wildlife in your backyard! The backyard also features a private wharf with gangway to the floating dock.

Located right in the middle of the Historic Village of Somesville. The house is located between the Somesville Library and the Gallery at Somes Sound. Across the street to the left side is the historic Somesville Museum & Gardens with the famous picturesque Somesville wooden walk bridge. Very conveniently located for exploring Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Mill Pond is on the right side of the house. During Spring, Alewives (fish) would swarm under the private wharf waiting for the tide to be high enough for them to swim to the fish ladder towards Mill Pond then to Somes Pond. The beautiful Echo Lake with its sandy beach and Long Pond which is perfect for kayaking & stand up paddle boarding are just 5-7 minutes from the house .

The Upper Level of this vacation home features two bedrooms. The master bedroom has an expansive picture window of Somes Harbor. The Master Bedroom features king size bed, ensuite bath (walk in shower, vanity, toilet), smart tv, and comfortable power Leather Italia loveseat. The second bedroom has two soft and cozy queen beds and an en-suite bath (walk in shower, vanity, toilet).

The Lower Level Master bedroom has an open concept design. This bedroom is accessed via the main level with full flight of stairs with rail on the left upon coming down. It has sliding glass door that exits to the waterfront where the private wharf and dock are located. This room features, a beautiful picture window with seating for three. There is an entertainment area with power reclining Leather Italia loveseat to view the smart TV. The full bath features a free standing bath tub, vanity sink, & toilet. This lower level also houses the laundry room with one washer and two dryers.

The main floor (level with the parking area) features the living room with comfortable oversized 2 leather loveseats and 1 sofa. Sit back and enjoy our huge 75 inch smart TV. Dine and enjoy the Harbor view through the wide picture window . Breakfast nook has seating for 3 and the dining table with seating for 5. The kitchen has full size appliances: fridge, stove top oven, dishwasher, counter top microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and blender.

The house is four seasons. During the cooler months of the year the house has two sources of heat: Heat Pumps and Electric baseboard heat.

The backyard features a private wharf with gangway to the float for easy access to the water. The waterfront is tidal. There's complimentary Kayaks. There is life vests for guest to use.They are complimentary. The wharf has outdoor dining table with seating for 8 with the propane fired grill right next to it.

The property can park two vehicles parallel to each other. No room for a third vehicle. We have an EV charger that can be used with a fee.

This house was designed with guest comfort in mind. There are many spaces to spread around.

The outdoor patio furniture, grill, private wharf, gangway, and dock will not be available from mid October to April. The propane grill however can be available on demand during the cold months. Please let the host know.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat 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

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Ocean On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • 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 Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Wendi M.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    The house was very clean and the owners took great care to ensure their property was taken care of by guests, too. The view from the waterfront side of the house was excellent. The communication and response time from the host was exceptional.

  • Kelly B.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    Beautiful setting when the tide was in! House was very comfortable and clean.

  • Terry R.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Perfect spot to use as a base for exploring Acadia. The house was clean and comfortable, and we loved hanging out on the dock. Highly recommend!

  • Jacqueline V.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Great location. Quiet, but near Acadia and Bar Harbor. Comfortable beds and wonderful water views.

  • Lanny B.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    The property was immaculate and well prepared for visitors. All light switches were well labeled. There were 3 or 4 kayaks plus a paddle board. There were fishing poles for the kids. There was plenty of storage, 2 refrigerators, and comfortable seating in all common areas.

  • Paul A.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We spent five nights and had an incredible time. Nothing beats the view or the location for us. This was our third stay in this house, first since the renovations. The home is beautiful, comfortable and everything has been thought of. The deck/dock was relaxing and that is where we spent our time when at the house. It offers amazing views of the wildlife and and the peacefulness of watching high and low tide was perfection. Lastly, the location was spot on. A quick 15 minute drive to all the major attractions of Acadia and downtown Bar Harbor. The host was helpful and always available for questions. We can’t wait to return.

  • Nita K.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Beautiful property, wonderful location.

  • Scott B.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    Great location. Great amenities. Seals came by to say hello while we sat on the dock.

  • Karla E.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay. Robard was very helpful and offered great recommendations. The house had everything we needed. The views are amazing. We could have spent the week just watching the birds right outside the window. Beds are comfortable, and the house is in s great location.

  • Michael M.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 18, 2025

    This property with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths was perfect for three couples. The location is great, and you can bird right from the dining room. The only negative was some of the sheets were a little rough/pilled. Would stay here again.

  • Nina M.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2024

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    We were so very happy that we chose to stay here! The home is located in a beautiful area directly on the sound. Easy driving to Acadia, Bar Harbor and other surrounding towns. Convenient to grocery store. Our hosts gave us wonderful information that was so helpful. The home is very comfortable and clean. Beds were comfy with great bedding. Bathrooms stocked with very nice towels.The kitchen is well stocked for those who like to cook. Gas grill on the dock and beautiful fire pit for evenings outside. Kayaks and paddle boards including life vests were a big hit! We would definitely stay here again!

  • Amanda M.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 1, 2024

    Hosts are extremely communicative and welcoming, giving lots of tips and tricks and recommendations to explore. Great central location, close to Acadia. Beautiful view when the tide is in, and loved having the use of kayaks at our fingertips.

  • Melissa M.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    The home was beautiful and perfect for our family. Loved being on the Sound and thoroughly enjoyed the high and low tides. Property manager was quickly responsive when we had a question.

  • Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    Easy to get many places from the house. Beautiful views from the large windows. Access to Acadia very close and many restaurants and shops nearby. Beautiful house - we enjoyed our stay very much.

  • Kim K.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    The house was a highlight of our trip. We loved being right on the water. The hosts went above and beyond in every way. From great recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed. I would give 500 stars if that was an option. We loved it!

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