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Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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A water park, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island!. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island!

Enjoy Long Pond and Acadia National Park at Long Pond Escape, a private home built in 2016, on six acres of woods located on a secluded cove on the northwest corner of Long Pond.

The first floor features bright, open living space with a fully equipped kitchen, island with 4 stools, a large dining table (seats 8), and a half bath and living room area with a wood stove. Doors open to a spacious deck facing the lake, and to a side screened porch. Master bedroom with queen bed and a 32" TV, and a master bath with glassed shower. The master bedroom has views of Long Pond.

Upstairs are three bedrooms: queen (also with a 32" TV), double, and one with a twin bed and a bunk bed (2 twins), and a full bath. All three upstairs bedrooms have views of Long Pond.

There is a finished basement with a family room with a 55" TV with blu-ray disk player and Roku player, a game room with a mini pool table, a full bath with shower. The laundry room is also on this floor. Double French doors open to a stone patio with a fire pit.

Head down to the private dock and enjoy a swim or paddle and discover the quiet side of Long Pond. A canoe, five kayaks, three paddle boards, a row boat and a pedal boat are all available for your enjoyment. If you don't feel like swimming or boating, the dock is also great for sunbathing, reading, fishing, or just enjoying the view of the lake with Cadillac, Sargent, Beech, Mansell and Bernard Mountains in the background. You can also enjoy the loons and ducks that swim by every day, and on occasion you'll see great blue herons and bald eagles. On clear nights, the dock is a great place for stargazing -- see the Milky Way in all its glory.

Note: the dock and swim float are in the water between May and early October, but will be taken in for the year in mid-October.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

Renters are required to sign our standard form of seasonal lease.
The depth of the lake varies during the course of the season, depending on rainfall. Please exercise care entering the water; don't dive off the dock
Use of the boats, dock and swim float is at your own risk; please watch kids!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit 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

About the area

Located in Pretty Marsh, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Long Pond - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 20 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Original Travelin' Lobster - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mother's Kitchen/Coffee Matter - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island! located?

This family-friendly Mount Desert holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Modern Lake House on a secluded cove on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Barb P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our needs! Beautiful location, private, could still get to Bar Harbor in a reasonable time. Perfect size house for 6 adults.
View in the morning out our bedroom window!
Beautiful deck to enjoy morning and night especially!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake house was perfect for us. Great common space for cooking, dining, board games. We enjoyed paddling on the lake, and the proximity to our planned Acadia adventures was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith B M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Lovely house, quiet and peaceful setting. Tim was a great communicator. The night sky from the dock was spectacular. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect. The VRBO photos don’t do it justice, it’s much better than the photos. It was clean, well stocked with linens, dishes, pots, pans. The dock on the water was magnificent for viewing the stars and beautiful scenery. There was easy access to Acadia and Bar Harbor.We loved it and would definitely pick this house for a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy F.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We had a wonderful stay with friends here. What a beautiful, peaceful place to enjoy friendship and nature. The property was even more beautiful than the pictures in the listing, and we had everything we needed for our stay. Check in and out was an easy process. I would highly recommend this place for a getaway to enjoy all that Acadia has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Great house, great location

The property is in a great location, lots of bedroom options, great spaces to be outside to enjoy the views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother-Daughter Getaway

Tim was a gracious host who was quick to respond. Great atmosphere. Wonderful location. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Great Time

This property is very comfortable and close to everything you would want to do in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Acadia Family Trip

This house was a fantastic place to stay when visiting Acadia. The lakeside location and the available boats added to the comfort of the home. I think it's even nicer than the pictures showed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaynee w.

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

Very private Long Pond home

We loved our week at this private home on Long Pond. Great spaces for hanging out. Very clean and all amenities you could want. A great location on the quiet side:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

A fantastic stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The view, beautiful setting, and accommodations were outstanding. We are nature and animal lovers and had the opportunity to see and hear river otter, loons, owl, cormorant, deer, and ducks. We enjoyed kayaking, hiking, the fire pit as well as sitting on the dock and beautiful deck. The proximity to Acadia and the harbors was great and we loved staying on the quiet side of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Wonderful lakehouse next to Acadia!

Had a great time with the family. I highly recommend this property. We had fun with the water toys, exploring the area, fishing, campfires, etc. The lakehouse was within 30 min of pretty much everything on the island including Bar Harbor and Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larissa R.

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

Great house on MDI

We have stayed at many properties on MDI throughout the years and this one is hands down the best! The location is perfect - not too far from the Park Loop Road in Acadia or Bar Harbor, yet completely private. Long Pond is great for an early morning paddle, afternoon swim, or fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

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

Perfect Acadia getaway

This cabin is PERFECT for a trip to Acadia. Great location max 20-30 minutes away from most popular spots. The house had everything we needed. We got perfect leaf peeping since the foliage was peaked. The dock was amazing and we even cold plunged. Really enjoyed the peace and quiet this cabin offered.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Everything We Wanted

We were hoping for a relaxing place to stay at night after spending long days hiking and exploring Acadia National Park. This house was exactly as described in the listing and met all of our needs! Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

House on the lake

Our group of 6 enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property. The house has lake access with lots of water rafts, kayaks, canoe and a paddle boat. Great hiking nearby. Well stocked kitchen and lake views from all the bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi g., gallatin

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

Acadia/Bar Harbor

Great house, in the perfect location to explore Acadia and Bar Harbor. Highly recommended, great communication with property owner. 3 nights was not long enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna R.

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

Awesome Girls Trip

Seven women on an epic girls trip. Spent a few days in Acadia and finished in Boston. We should have stayed longer in Acadia and enjoyed the house more. Perfect location to the park but also so much to do at the house. 10 out of 10!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Spacious and cozy with spectacular view

We love this lake house! The area is convenient to everything but also secluded and so peaceful. It was the perfect home to relax in after a long day out exploring Acadia. I was able to cook a lot of our meals, laundry was easy to do and my kids loved the mini pool table. We would stay here again if we visited MDI again. The host was a great communicator and made the experience smooth. The house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul T.

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

Wonderful

The house was as advertised and worked beautifully. Tim was a terrific host providing an easy sign in experience and a lot of info on the place and things to do in the area. We also used the kayak, canoe, paddleboards - all are in terrific shape and included flotation vests and paddles. The location is perfect - quiet, peaceful with terrific access to all parts of the island. Terrific trip, thx!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K., Arlington, USA

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

Amazing

This was our second stay at the property. It was nothing less than glorious and amazing. There was swimming, boating, and hiking made are days perfection.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah P.

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

Beautiful Lake Front

Wonderful house, loved the seclusion, very peaceful setting!, enjoyed the song of the loons every night. House was well stocked, inside and out. Many water toys, paddle boards, kayaks, peddle boat, and canoe. Plenty of life preservers, and fishing poles. Proximity to Acadias many hiking trails was great. Bar Harbor was just a short drive. We would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

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

Great Lake House

We loved the location and seeing the sunrise and sunset over the lake. The amenities were out standing and the house was well equipped. We enjoyed eating breakfast on the deck and using the firepit on the patio. The only thing that I would say to improve is to blow off the patio and deck when airing out the house and to use air fresheners.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

joy h., Philadelphia

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

Tucked in

Private and quiet. So convenient to hikes, restaurants, a wonderful library in Southwest Harbor, other beaches. So many different water vehicles. My granddaughter will never forget taking her first lesson (from her father —with life vests on) on paddling a canoe. Attentive host.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxim S.

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

A house to come back to

We (2 families of 4 adults and 3 kids) really enjoyed the house on the lake. Perfect location in a quiet spot in the woods with a view on the lake, lots of space, well stocked kitchen, games and puzzles for kids and adults, outdoor cooking equipment, and even boating equipment to use on the lake! The owners have been very communicative and helped us sort through any questions we had quickly. They even gave us some money back as the house temporarily lost power during a storm while we were there, even though this was of no fault of theirs. We're hoping to stay in that house again when we visit Acadia next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023