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Tranquil lakefront retreat for nature lovers
Lakefront home with gorgeous views of Springy Pond. Experience the best of Maine living! Enjoy four-season comfort in this home away from home! Idyllic Maine summers, breathtaking fall foliage, or a range of winter activities await. This beautiful house boasts private lake access and spacious grounds, making it a perfect location all year round. You can relax by the fire, or unwind in the hot tub as you create wonderful memories with friends and family. Nightly price includes service charges.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot – Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private waterfront retreat where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage style home rests on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the tide. Enjoy a sun-filled interior with cherry floors, a gourmet kitchen, and a private deck for sunrise coffee or evening wine. Wake to sweeping Penobscot River views & unwind by the fire pit at river’s edge. Just 10 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Coveside Lakehouse on Sandy Point
If you are looking for a beautiful vacation spot on Green Lake, look no further. Cove Side Lake House on Sandy Point is the perfect place for you and your whole family to enjoy the lovely Maine summer, from sunrise until sun set. Whether you enjoy relaxing on the deck, catching a nap in the hammock, or fishing and kayaking, this is the vacation destination you've been dreaming of. Green Lake, located in Ellsworth/Dedham Maine, is a 3,132 acre freshwater lake with a maximum depth of over 170ft.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
King's Cottage -Lakefront Home - Acadia NP Region
On the shores of Chemo (Chee-Moe) Pond, a pristine lake on the outskirts of Bangor lies King's Cottage. This beautiful, recently remodeled home is 3 miles down a well maintained gravel road with secluded year round residences. This is the ultimate Maine Lake Life experience. This 2 bedroom 1 bathroom house has all the amenities you could want. High speed internet, Heat/Air Conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor fire pit, horseshoe pit, dock, generator, outdoor seating, keypad locks, TV's.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Your own private getaway on Pushaw Lake!
Welcome to Pushaw Lake! You’ll find all the comforts of home here! :-) Come for the weekend! Save 20% for a week, or 30% for a month stay! :-) Jump in the lake or go on an adventure in a kayak or canoe this summer! Bring snowmobiles, snowshoes, skis, or go ice-fishing this winter! :-) Relax... Read a book and listen to the Loons, or sit around the fire pit and say goodbye to stress! :-) You’re less than 20 minutes from Bangor International Airport, Downtown Bangor, and UMO! :-)
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews
Hidden Gem - Cozy and quiet lakefront cottage
Just feet from the waters edge, this quiet and private lakefront cabin is a great place to relax and unwind. Enjoy the sound of the loons, kayak, canoe and fish with the 2 single kayaks, tandem kayak or canoe provided! One bedroom with a king size bed and one with a queen. Linens, pillows, blankets, facecloths, bath and beach towels are provided. Everything you will need to enjoy your stay, including fiber optic wifi, Bluray dvd player, Roku, firepit and gas grill. Sunsets are spectacular!
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews
Sunset views on Chemo *45 minutes to Acadia*
Completely New Remodel on Chemo pond with a sunset view!! Our 2 bedroom 1 bath Lake House is 15 minutes to Bangor for waterfront concerts, 1/2 mile to local convenience store. Pristine and beautiful finishes. All new leather furniture. Relax with a fire outside listening to the multiple loon pairs that call our cove home while resting on brand new LLBean Adirondack chairs. Then take the night inside to enjoy the fireplace while reclined on all leather furniture. 2 kayaks and a canoe provided.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Forest View | Private Hot Tub | Cedar Treehouse
Set on a hill overlooking the field, The Cedar is Arbor Camp's most spacious treehouse yet. Styled like a classic Maine camp with modern comfort and clean design, it sleeps eight in four queen beds, including a private suite reached by a suspension bridge. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring the woods inside, with a wrap-around deck, hot tub, smokeless fire pit, and quiet forest trails just outside. Elevated among the branches, close to Ellsworth, Acadia National Park, and the surrounding Downeast.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
Wild Blueberry House
Nestled within a vast field of wild blueberries, this peaceful ground floor apartment in a duplex offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, ponds, and distant Mount Desert Island. Come enjoy the quiet and sunrises and sunsets. This new cozy getaway features a full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 1 modern bathroom equipped with a washer and dryer. Close to many hiking and ATV trails. 20 mins to Ellsworth 50 mins to Acadia & Bar Harbor 50 mins to Schoodic point 1 hour to Bangor airport
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
The Maine Getaway - Lakefront with Beach
If you are looking for a place to get away and relax, our house on Molasses Pond may be a good fit for you/your family. It is a hidden gem down a dirt road away from hustle and bustle. Peace and quiet is what you’ll find, along with a gorgeous view. It’s a great place for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, grilling, fishing, and laying on the hammock. We try to provide you with all the necessities you may need and are happy to answer any questions. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews
Acadia Pines Cabin w/HotTub 10min2Downtown
Welcome to Acadia Pines Retreat, where the whispering pines and peaceful forest trails set the tone for your perfect Maine escape. Nestled just a short drive from Acadia National Park and the coast, this charming retreat offers the serenity of the woods with the comforts of home. * Peaceful, secluded location *Private hot spa jacuzzi to soak in after a day of hiking *Outdoor seating and stargazing spots 📍 Centrally located for day trips, lobster shacks, and scenic drives
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4.79 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Sunrise Over Schoodic Mountain
Located within 40 minutes of the Acadia Bar Harbor entrance this small private home offers quiet peaceful mountain views and tons of wildlife. Brand new custom built home comfortably sleeps 4. A wall of glass faces 3 mountains. Home is located 200’ from the Donnell Pond Rd and offers access to the Downeaster Rails to Trails for Atv’s. Donnell Pond offers great kayaking,boating ,swimming and fishing. Great sand beaches surrounded by the mountains you see from the house.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsPopular amenities for Amherst holiday rentals
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Graham Lake Cottage
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 54 reviews
Waterfront w/ Kayaks, SUP, A/C, 30 miles to Acadia
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews
The Cabin at Mountain View Farm
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews
Stunning waterfront Lucerne views, private dock
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews
Panoramic lake views + private beach near Acadia
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
Fern Tiny House - private, cozy, minutes to Acadia
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews
The Blue Heron-Acadia NP Region
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews




