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On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Right on George's Pond in Franklin, Maine, On The Rocks offers a serene lakeside retreat. Enjoy fishing and swimming from the dock or explore nearby MDI/Acadia National Park and Schoodic Peninsula. Unwind in the open-concept living room with smart TV, equipped kitchen, or relax in one of three bedrooms.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island.

You can’t get any closer to the water then On The Rocks. This three bedroom camp is located right on George’s Pond in Franklin, Maine. Newly purchased and remodeled!

**Please, take note we are only taking reservations for two guests.***

Plenty of fishing and swimming can be done right from the dock.

MDI/Acadia National Park is about 45 minutes away. Schoodic Peninsula is only about 30 minutes away and very beautiful. You also avoid the Bar Harbor traffic!

Open concept with full kitchen and three bedrooms.

Two bedrooms located on the first floor.
Bedroom One is a King Bed with A Smart Tv.
Bedroom Two is a Queen Bed with a Smart Tv.

One full bathroom with a shower and a washer and dryer.

The kitchen offers a full refrigerator, stove and dishwasher.
Living room open to the kitchen is also equipped with a smartv, so all your Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. can be accessible to you while you are on vacation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the property.

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Our daughter is very allergic to dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Franklin, this cottage is on the waterfront. Downeast Scenic Railroad and Ellsworth Congregational Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tidal Falls and Kisma Preserve. Seacoast Fun Park and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also worth visiting. With kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Franklin travel guide
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Franklin, ME

What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond
    7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Donnell Pond
    13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Sullivan Harbor Farm
    20 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show
    20 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Tidal Falls
    25 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chippers
    22 min drive
  • The Galley
    21 min drive
  • Itty Bitty Cafe
    22 min drive
  • Project Mayhem, Waltham Division
    6 min drive
  • La Petite Bakery
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Donnell Pond, Abrams Pond and Black Beach. Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show and Sullivan Harbor Farm are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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On The Rocks is located near Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time and place

The accommodation was superior in every way. Great location, quiet and very comfortable furnishings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, quiet location!

Close to Acadia and on a quiet pond. Very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Maine Setting

Loved our stay there. Beautiful setting. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture perfect location!

On The Rocks was as beautiful as you can imagine fall in Maine would be! You literally are right on the lake, view is gorgeous. The cottage is very comfortable and has everything we needed, close to hiking and seeing the coastline of Maine. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience

This place was absolutely fantastic! The view of the sunset on the lake was beautiful, if we wanted to just stay at the house there was plenty to do. The owners were helpful and gave us all kind of suggestions on places to visit and things to do.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

The camp was great. SUPER CLEAN and lots to do. The owner was very helpful and everything listed was completely accurate. Best VRBO yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
On The Rocks provided the perfect quiet getaway for my fiancé and I! We didn’t mind the 30-45 minute drive out to Bar Harbor - there are so many fun stops along the way. The kayaks at the property are a plus, too! The house is very clean and had all the essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honest Review

The home & proximity to the Harbors & Acadia National Park is perfect. Georges Pond is absolutely picturesque; you must take advantage & take the kayaks out ~ so peaceful. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get away

Loved staying On the Rocks. Nice size cabin for two…with everything we needed. Beautiful views! Great suggestions on places to visit and eat … their restaurant was wonderful! Only complaint was the mattress. Plenty of fish and eagles to watch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very peaceful!!

The property was a very clean, quiet, restful place to return to after a day of sightseeing. My husband and I enjoyed having the kayaks available…sunset on the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend

Very nice camp on a pretty pond. Well stocked with everything we needed. Comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I'd go back but would stay longer

Didn't want to go back home the cottage was so cozy and the pond so beautiful. Everything we needed was on site, clean & worked well. We ate at the owners' restaurant on Desert Island andenjoyed that too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The house was cozy, super clean and the view was astounding! Kitchen had new appliances and was fully stocked with dishes, pots and pans etc. Loved starting the day with a cup of coffee enjoying the view of the pond. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Pond Living

Property was spotless, well-equipped and very comfortable. Easy to communicate with owner when we had a question. Easy trip to local areas of interest, yet felt worlds away from tourist bustle. We spent many tranquil and restorative hours just gazing at the pond and watching the loons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We are so happy we decided to stay out of the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor and booked this place. We looked forward to waking up to the beautiful view every morning and seeing the gorgeous sunsets every night. The house was perfect and it came with everything we needed for our week long stay. The owners were also so easy to contact when I had a few questions. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

emily w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Little Getaway

We enjoyed our time One the Rocks! Such a nice peaceful area. The camp was very clean and we wanted for nothing. We enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the busier areas, but the drive wasn't too far to go anywhere. My husband went out on the kayak and found a bald eagle in it's nest! We would love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Maine Visit

Cabin was perfect. Quiet and comfy. No problems at all. Maine is beautiful. There is even a little spa down the street called Dewey’s. Hair, mani/pedi and tanning bed. Much needed R&R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An idyllic spot!!

We had a wonderful stay at ‘On the Rocks’. The house was everything promised! We enjoyed watching the sunset on the deck, drinking beer by the warmth of the brazier and canoeing on the lake. The house itself was very well appointed and warm. WiFi worked well. We were so sad to leave!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway!

On The Rocks is exactly as advertised. The camp is well appointed, very clean, and mere steps away from George's Pond. Enjoy beautiful sunsets with the call of loons and take advantage of the available kayaks to explore and see an eagle or two. Visit Northeast Harbor and be sure to stop in at Colonel's Restaurant and Bakery....you can't go wrong with any selection. Many thanks to our hosts for a great stay! We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation, EVER!!!

This is the first time the pictures didn’t do the place justice! “On the Rocks” was AMAZING! It was clean, and had everything u could possibly need! We enjoyed kayaking around George’s pond! Loon’s and bald eagles were plentiful! We will definitely make this a place to revisit!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

Me and my boyfriend came to Maine to hike in Acadia National Park and despite the distance (~40 mins) from ANP, decided to stay here. We didn’t regret the decision! We loved coming back here to relax at the end of the day. We even took advantage of the kayaks one morning. The area is just very peaceful overall and this cabin is very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari P., Davis, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the Beaten Track

Great place. You have to be ok with being 30-45 mins from Acadia -- if that's why you're in the area -- but otherwise, fantastic camp. Everything's as listed, clean, beautiful, comfortable. We enjoyed going to Schoodic and touring around some of the pottery studios. Also, hiked a bunch. The camp was a perfect place to come home to at end of day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, well equipped, great location for toe visiting Acadia.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and location was fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, amazing lake front cottage, that was exactly as expected and more. Thanks for a great all round experience, I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025