Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp

Ellsworth, Maine
$799 avg/night Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

Branch lake is known as one of the top rated lakes in Maine for its water purity and very unique sparse population as its the watershed for Ellsworth. Less than half the lakeshore is developed, especially the Southern end, making one feel wonderfully cutoff from civilization! Mainguy's is one of the nicest or best camps on Branch Lake for its location and amenities just off Route 1, center lake location, deep water frontage with a dive tower (23 feet deep), small beach, lakeside fireplace andexceptional knotty pine interior with top of the line appliances, new beds, bar, Starlink Wifi & 3 large LED TV's. The year round house/camp was totally gutted from top to bottom and remodelled in 2015/2025 and is just 40 feet from the waters edge. Ideally designed for families or 2 couples as there are 2 separate indoor entertainment areas. There is 1 ground floor bedroom with a king & full bathroom near it. Level 1 has 1 double bedroom & 1 queen bedroom plus a 2 twins (bunk bed) bedroom with a full bathroom in the corridor. Level 2 has the master king bedroom which has a 1/2 bathroom next to it along with a loft across the suspended walkway hosting a double bed. The kitchen is completely remodelled with state of the art appliances, dual oven, 36 inch fridge with ice maker , dual gas stove and dishwasher along with a convection microwave oven. Hardwood flooring is laid throughout the 1st floor including the kitchen along with new wrap around quartz countertops. The house has all new linen and towels you will need along with all kitchen utensils and dishes. The ground floor has luxury vinyl flooring which can handle the sandy traffic in and out the sliding glass door to the sand beach . The hammock right near the dock is often fought over during the day or evening as a perch to watch the fire in the lakeside fireplace. Sunsets from the deck are magic! A very scenic 30 minute drive takes you into the famed Acadia National Park or towards Bucksport to start a must do memorable drive along the coastline down to Camden with all the roadside charm and antique shopping.
In case you are short of space and require additional space or just more privacy, there is an optional very luxurious contemporary 2 king bed bedrooms apartment with ensuite bathrooms, kitchenette with dishwasher/microwave oven, 4 seat island, living room with 65 smart TV, and 2 terraces with great views over the lake. This would grant an extra 4 people to the 12 of the main house. Please message me if you'd like to inquire, receive more information on this apartment.

Lastly, I just started to rent my other key home on Branch Lake in case interested. Look up Waterfront, lake estate, reunions, 8 bedrooms, Acadia Nat'l Park, Bar Harbor. The 8 bedroom cottage plus main house sleeps up to 17 in existing bedding. We call it Serenity and its also managed by Jessica Dow, the property manager. Tel 1-207-902.3895.

Below are two boat rental options that deliver pontoons right to the dock.
Lakeside Boat Rental DOWNEAST BOAT RENTALS
Phone: 207.745.3544 Phone: (207) 460-6898

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • 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

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3250 Sq Ft (302 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Garden
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Video Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay 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 Elevators Note From Host: Outside The House Only 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 : 12

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Review Review

  • William B L.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    Very clean property with a great view of the lake

  • Christopher C.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! We had 12 adults and two dogs and there was plenty of room inside and out for everyone! The beach area was perfect and the lake is pristine! Fishing off the dock, swimming and boating in the lake, relaxing on the beach and the dock, everything was great! The beds were very comfortable and the large open living areas on multiple floors were great for entertainment during a couple days without great weather. The house was very clean and spacious as well. The owner and property manager were great to deal with and answered any questions we had very promptly! We would definitely recommend this rental!

  • Jeffrey Q.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Terrific house , Great Lake , very convenient …

  • Tara H.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Excellent lake house, well kept, stocked with plenty of towels and disposables, access to kayaks, beautiful views, and easy access to town and to Acadia/Bar Harbor.

  • Jeremy G.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Property was very well-kept and as described! Thanks for the great week.Check-in was very smooth, the kitchen was well-stocked as far as utensils and cookware, and the view of the lake was fantastic. Nice, cool breeze coming in every night made it especially comfortable.10/10 would recommend!

  • Joe F.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    We have stayed at this property for many years and it never disappoints us. The hosts go above and beyond to make sure our needs are met. The house is impeccably clean and stocked with everything renters need. It is spacious and the views of the lake are breathtaking. . The location of the house and the dock is perfect for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and boating. The beach is great for children to play on and they can easily wade into the water. .The wrap around deck with its picnic tables, benches and grill is great for family dinners overlooking the lake. Our family of 10 played card games in the evening, watched the beautiful sunsets from the dock and just listened to the loons calling from the water. Acadia National Park is just a 45 minute drive away and a great trip to experience wildlife and magnificent views. I highly recommend this property. We absolutely love this rental and have not found any other rental to compare to this property or the hosts that offer this rental.

  • Gwen M.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Spacious home with beautiful lake view and access. Fun for adults, children, and pets. Lots of restaurants and shopping all within a 30 to 60 minute drive. Communication with the hosts was never a problem. Very friendly and helpful.

  • Brad H.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    This was an amazing location worth the drive.

  • Jane H.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    I chose this house for our annual family vacation and it was as a big hit with everyone. We all like being on the water and having a good kitchen to prepare meals. It was a bonus to have watercraft and we used the kayaks and paddle board almost every day. The house is very well appointed so we didn’t have to run out for baggies, Kleenex or paper towels. We had everything we needed. A special treat, which I have not experienced in other rentals, was having no chores to do on departure day!

  • David H.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    The location is wonderful! Right on a beautiful lake with westward views. The kids loved swimming and kayaking. Also close to Arcadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Perfect for a family vacation.

  • Jon B.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    Awesome lakeside house with everything you need. Great access to Branch lake. Plenty of room for two families. We have stayed there back to back summers and had a fabulous time both years.

  • Lorie B.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    This property has fun things to do for kids, adults and dogs of all ages. Water fun galore! Swimming, diving, paddling, canoeing, fishing, wading, sunbathing. Bring your boat and explore beautiful Branch Lake. House is well stocked and furnished.

  • Joe F.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    Once again we had a spectacular vacation at this rental property. We have rented here for many years and each time we have had a the most enjoyable vacations ever. The property is immaculate when we arrive and the property owner is always eager to make sure our stay is everything we could need or want. The sandy beach lakefront is accessible to all ages. The dock is equipped with a dive platform that provides hours of endless fun for all. There are kayaks, a paddle board and a canoe to use for fishing or just exploring the lake. We especially look forward to watching the sunsets over the lake from the dock. The kitchen is fully equipped and the barbecue grill is great for outside cooking. We ate outside most nights at the picnic table that had ample seating for all 12 of us. There is also a table inside off the kitchen that doubled for us a lunch table and card table. Downstairs has another seating area and bar with easy access to the lake. Rain or shine this property affords magnificent views of Branch Lake and the surrounding mountains. The property is close enough to allow for day trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Ellsworth is very close and has many great restaurants and small shops. There is always something to do at this rental. We have stayed at many other Vrbo sites over the years and this property is by far the best! The owner is very easy to work with and always wants to ensure we have a great time. We highly recommend this property.

  • M Q.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    This property was everything we had hoped it would be and even better in person than as advertised. Our group consisted of adults & kids (7-11yr olds) and 2 fury friends. The backyard from the deck to the dock is where we spent most of our time, with the shallow water off the property edge an excellent spot for the kids to swim and adventure. The high jump off the dock was awesome as it's about 25-30' deep there. We also rented a boat from DownEast rentals who were great to deal with, provided a newer Pontoon for the week and the boat launch is directly across the lake (a kayak ride, or 30min car ride around the lake). We had a great week of fishing catching a ton of sunnies & bluegills, but also some awesome small mouth bass, lake trout and even an eel. Lastly, Peter and Jessica were great with communication throughout and helped answer any questions we had. Highly recommend for a nice R&R getaway!

  • Aubryn W.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay. The home is beautiful and the lake is gorgeous. We had a great time swimming, jumping off the dock, and taking out the kayaks. The hosts were very accommodating and quick to respond with any questions we had. We hope to come back in the future!

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$799+
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