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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

New! Centrally located on MDI, near Lakes/Acadia
This beautiful newly built loft has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Inside, you’ll find a clean and cozy retreat that sleeps up to six. Step outside to the patio and unwind by the fire pit, or relax on the inviting front porch—perfect for morning coffee and birdwatching. We are centrally located on MDI - close to ponds, lakes and the Atlantic, hiking in Acadia as well as near coffee shops, restaurants and shopping. This home is the perfect spot for soaking up all our island has to offer.

Tranquility Cottage (Year Round) & Cabin (May-Oct)
Peaceful & pet friendly acre near Acadia in natural, wooded setting. Fast WiFi, view to Ripples Pond (a wildlife sanctuary), & fenced in backyard. Big 1 bed cottage has comfy King mattress + 2 sleeper futons. The Cabin (only open May 1-Oct 31) has kitchenette, bathroom & Queen bed. A backyard path to hammock & chill spot by Ripples (view only, but 1/2 mile away is Long Pond for swimming, canoe/kayak rental). Grill. Firepit. Tranquility! NOTE: Cabin open May-Oct + has ceiling+box fans but no A/C

4 BR Waterfront Unique House + Dock! [Osprey Cove]
Osprey Cove is a unique vertically built home that has fantastic views of the top of Somes Sound. A dock, firepit & gazebo are available for use and are shared with the neighboring unit, which are always a guest favorite! A spiral staircase brings guests to all levels of the home and you will find the home fully stocked as the homeowners use this space themselves to vacation! -10 min to Southwest Harbor -13 min to Acadia National Park [Cadillac Mountain Entrance] -17 min to Downtown Bar Harbor

5 Min to Lamoine State Park & Lamoine Beach
Experience a refined summer coastal escape in Lamoine, just minutes from Acadia National Park and Lamoine Beach. This elegant 4-bedroom retreat for up to 10 guests offers panoramic water views, fresh ocean air, and serene natural surroundings. Spend your days exploring coastal trails, beaches, and Bar Harbor, then unwind in a private outdoor space with a fire pit and games, perfect for cool coastal evenings under the stars. A perfect blend of comfort, space, and Maine's summer coastal beauty.

Evergreen Hill in Acadia National Park
Evergreen Hill is a cheery cedar cape set up on a private half acre of fir and native blueberry. Just a mile from Acadia trails and beaches, this humble cottage has a peaceful island vibe, relaxing family spaces, a fenced yard, and great front porch, with no dog or cleaning fee. Eat lobster year round, visit Bar Harbor, take the family on a boat ride to see Mount Desert Island's 26 peaks from the water. Come in winter to work and play, hike the snow covered mountains, ice skate and XC ski.

The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two
Located on Mount Desert Islands, "Quietside". The cottage features high ceilings and an open floor plan, with a small deck looking into the woods The walls are decorated with original art work by the owner. Our location is central to the island, situated just outside the village of Somesville; 15 minutes to Bar Harbor, 10 minutes to Southwest Harbor by car. Hiking and swimming opportunities are just 5 minutes away by car. The Arthaus is not suitable for pets, despite our love for them.

Bayview House 1br 2ba Stunning Harbor Views
Do you crave balmy summer evenings or frosty winter days that make you feel like you've been transported back to a simpler time? Or long for days spent on the water or experiencing village life with friendly locals in charming pubs tasting local eats? Experience the simple joys of life with rustic yet modern amenities offered at this coastal 2-story home. Whether daily strolls by the water or taking in the sunset on your deck, you'll fall in love with this lovely New England destination.

Hot Tub Time Machine
Step into a vibrant world with this collection of paintings that celebrate color and texture. Enjoy pristine beaches and forest and spread out in this 2600 sq ft house with cathedral ceilings, 2 fireplaces, sauna and well stocked kitchen. Explore the island and it's hikes and fine sand beaches or take a dip in the quarry. Discover a dramatic narrative with this striking home that juxtaposes nature and fantastic mythical creatures Please read “other details”, we are on an island.

Lamoine Modern
This modern house designed by award-winning architect Bruce Norelius and built by Peacock Builders is located in the woods of Lamoine but close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park for day and night excursions. Furnished with luxury appliances and supplies for your comfort and use, it is a short walk to quiet Lamoine Beach with views of Mount Desert Island and Frenchman Bay. Peaceful, modern retreat. Please, no pets. Family-friendly with the gear needed for the littlest guests.

Water Lily, Acadia Gem
Water Lily sits on Little Echo Lake just above one of Acadia National Park's most beloved sites, Echo Lake. Sunlight streams through ample windows, immersing you in the woods even when inside. Private waterfront access invites you to spot beaver at dusk, watch frogs and dragonflies perch on the lily pads, be mesmerized by the bald eagles, and herons or canoe the lake. Minutes from Southwest and Bar Harbor. A hidden gem. JUST ADDED a new screened in porch and dock on the lake!

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 #VR1R26-037
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