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Poet's Cabin - Year-round Acadia A-Frame Getaway
If you're looking for a beautiful cabin in the woods on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island, you've found it! A perfect spot for couple's getaways, solo travelers, families of 3 & friends. Cute, cozy & charming, Poet's Cabin is newly renovated w/ Brentwood queen bed, sleep sofa, stainless oven, dishwasher & microwave. Serene porch to relax on. Private yet convenient setting - close to ocean, hikes, downtown Southwest Harbor, 5min from Acadia's Seawall, Bass Harbor Light, Echo Lake Beach & more.

Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot — Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private sanctuary where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage home is perched on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the rising tide. Enjoy the pristine interior bathed in natural light, cherry floors, and gourmet kitchen. Wake to panoramic views of the Penobscot River from the owner's suite. Conveniently located 12 minutes to downtown Bangor, our retreat offers easy access to urban amenities, an international airport, and Acadia! IG @cozycottageinmaine.

Tiny House at Wooded Bliss Homestead
On the edge of our family homestead overlooking meadow & forest, this tiny house offers a quiet, cozy refuge only 40 minutes from Acadia National Park. There's a twin daybed on the ground floor & a double futon in the loft. Full kitchen & tiny bathroom with shower too. A heat pump keeps the place toasty warm or nice and cool. The tiny house and meadow are very private on the edge of the property, and just for you. Our family's gazebo, fire pit, hammock, trail & garden are shared with guests.

Old Acadia Ranger Yurt at Long Pond
Newly Constructed. Old Acadia Ranger Yurt, a 25 ft. Yurt nestled in the pine and maple forest 1/4 mile from Long Pond and Acadia National Park hiking trails. New construction includes a full bath with a large walk-in shower, kitchen with gas stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, dinette table w/ seating. Bedding includes, 1 Queen sized bed, 1-fold down double couch, Queen bed in loft, and 1 rollaway cot. Towels and bedding provided. Four (4) guests only (no exceptions). Pets are not permitted.

Southwest Harbor Cottage
Enjoy unparalleled views of bustling Southwest Harbor and the beauty of Acadia National Park from the comfort of Eagle's Nest. Perched on a granite cliff, this thoughtfully designed little home provides for your every need. For anything else, take the ten minute stroll into the village, where you'll find plenty of local shops and restaurants. You can access the water via a set of stairs leading from the property to the shoreline. End your days on the deck and keep your eyes peeled for seals!

NEW Whitetail Cottage, Acadia National Park 7m
NEW Whitetail Cottage East only 6.9 mi to Acadia National Park Maine - a hikers paradise! Centrally located for a perfect Acadia Adventure! Book for the convenient location - stay for the style. Tiny home has WIFI & SMART TV. Off the main(e) drag but nestled in a wooded property 1/2 mile from Bar Harbor Rd/Route 3 down the road from Mount Desert Island and a stones throw from multiple authentic Maine lobster pounds. Perfect for 2 . A short drive to MDI, Acadia, Bar Harbor,Southwest Harbor

The Seamist Cottage - Converted Historic Barn
Cozy, fully converted historic barn within easy walking distance to the rocky shore of Bass Harbor, a busy lobstering port. An ideal, pet friendly, home base while exploring Acadia National Park. The Seamist is located on "the quietside" of the island. Six minutes from Southwest Harbor and thirty minutes to Bar Harbor, the Seamist also offers guests private hot tub access! Two guests maximum, not a suitable space for children. Please keep allergies in mind when booking. No smoking.

Hulls Cove Cottage
Settled right outside Hulls Cove Village and its entrance to Acadia National Park, this lovely, cozy cottage is minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and its shopping, restaurants, kayaking and other activities. A classic New England shingled cape, you'll feel right at home in the updated living space, with an upstairs queen bedroom, loft with twin beds, and private backyard. Centrally located to take advantage of everything Mt. Desert Island has to offer! Registration #VR1R25-047

Otter Creek Retreat hosted by Elaine & Richard
Between Bar Harbor and Seal Harbor, 10 minutes by car to both and just 5 minutes by car to the Otter Cliff entrance to Acadia Park Loop Road. Walk to the Causeway via the Grover Path in 15 minutes. 5-minute walk to the Cadillac South Ridge Trail. Large high-ceiling studio with private parking and entrance with beautiful sheltered second-story deck. We are on the Blackwoods/Bar Harbor bus route so you can catch the free Island Explorer LL Bean buses to Bar Harbor and back.

Convenient 1 BR in Center of Acadia! [Willowbrook]
This comfortable 1BR unit is a perfect spot for a couple or solo traveler as they explore Mount Desert Island and Acadia. The unit is located in Somesville in the center of the island at the top of the Somes Sound. The small backyard area is a nice private spot to relax without having to bump into any other guests in neighboring units. Location Highlights: -8 min to Acadia National Park [Cadillac Mountain Entrance] -9 min to Echo Lake Beach -14 min to Downtown Bar Harbor

Unique, Colorful Off-Grid Cabin
Our family is excited to share our off-grid *lite* cabin with you! Located on our artist collective farm, this is our favorite place on earth. It’s bright, beautiful, and full of color. We are 27 minutes from Acadia National Park and surrounded by truly gorgeous local beaches. We offer super comfy beds, beach cruisers, an outdoor shower, hot tub, twinkle lights, summer nights filled with fireflies, bright maples in the fall, and a cozy wood stove in the winter.

Cozy Seal Harbor Cottage
We request anyone who stays on our property be fully vaccinated. Thank you for helping to keep our community healthy! This stand along cottage is on the same property as owner's home and includes 1 parking space. 2 bedrooms with full bath, laundry, and a fully stocked kitchen. House abuts Acadia National Park; Seal Harbor Beach and carriage roads are easy walking or biking distance! Only 12 minutes to Bar Harbor and 5 to Northeast Harbor.
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