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Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park

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A wooden dining room with a large table and chairs, large windows with a view of trees and water, and a wooden ceiling. - Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park (Mt Dessert)
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A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. - Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park (Mt Dessert)
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a large window. - Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park (Mt Dessert)
A wooden interior with large windows, a dining table, and chairs. - Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park (Mt Dessert)
Northwood, a haven on Long Pond, offers endless opportunities for relaxation and adventure. Spend your days kayaking or fishing, then unwind with cocktails on the wrap-around porch while taking in sunset views. With three available kayaks and life jackets provided, this lakefront home is perfect for water lovers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park

  • Welcome to Northwood, the Maine home of your dreams. Located on Long Pond with lakefront property and wooded coverage. Endless opportunities for your perfect vacation - fishing, swimming, kayaking, shopping in Bar Harbor, or hiking in Acadia National Park. Or, relax in our quiet haven - sitting on the wrap-around porch to read, enjoy cocktails, and catch a stunning sunset.

    The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, sleeping 8-10 people. Please note that the bedrooms feature a funky and unique interconnected design. 2 bedrooms, each with queen size beds are nestled on the 1st floor. Guests access the second set of bedrooms, each with a set of twin beds, via stairs within each 1st floor bedroom. What makes the space interconnected is there is no door to separate the first floor and 2nd floor bedrooms, just a staircase. While some may say this lacks privacy, we think it’s a great way to get comfortable with your vacation crew. Guests who sleep upstairs would need to walk through a 1st floor bedroom to access the rest of the house.

    There are two full bathrooms, both on the first floor - one with a shower tub and one with a shower stall.

    The kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, toaster, blender, drip coffee maker, mixer and all the usual kitchen utensils. The stove top is an electric 4-burner retro Jenair. The refrigerator is a side by side with an icemaker and water in the door. Off the kitchen is a screened-in porch, perfect for breakfast / lunch or just to sit and enjoy the lake views.

    We have 3 Kayaks available for you to take for a spin on the lake, life jackets provided as well. Kayaks can be launched right off of the dock.

    For local attractions we love Beech Mountain, just up the road, for a easy to moderate hike with amazing lake views of Long Pond and ocean views off the southern end of the island. Northwood neighbors a local farm, Beech Hill Farm, where you can find organic vegetables, meats, and other local goods. Groceries, shopping, and restaurants can be found across the island - Northwood is 13 min to Southwest Harbor and 20 min to Bar Harbor or Acadia National Park.

    We’re so excited to share our family’s summer home with you - this house has been a pivotal part of our summers for more than 40 years.

    Sorry, no pets.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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

Rules

Fireplace use is not allowed, any use results in loss of damage deposit

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Somesville, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Mount Desert travel guide
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Map
Mt Dessert, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Pond
    Long Pond
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Shell
    10 min drive
  • Jordan Pond House
    29 min drive
  • Archie’s Lobster
    19 min drive
  • Milagro's
    14 min drive
  • Circle K
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park located?

Located in Somesville, this holiday home is steps from Long Pond and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Beech Cliff Loop are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Quiet Lakefront Cottage near Acadia National Park Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

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

Very nice house on an amazing lake

Very nice house on an amazing lake. The lake is truly incredible. My whole family agreed that we could’ve spent more time in this area with the lake and the national park next-door.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Quiet, Peaceful, Perfect

We fished every day and enjoyed the peaceful call of loons. Enjoyed family dinners and time together relaxing. This cottage is in close proximity to the park and we enjoyed the nearby hiking trails and biked the carriage roads. Thank you for such a wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanine P.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect for families. Quiet, peaceful, clean, close to everything! My young men of 22, 18, and 13 loved it! We spent quality, electronics free time together😁. Game nights, kayaking, hiking, enjoying the peace and quiet of the lake. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. It was perfect. Communication, ease of check in, house rules, everything. 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

brad t.

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

Stay here if google to Acadia

This place was close to everything you want to do near Acadia. Beds were very comfortable and the house was very private. We thoroughly enjoyed coming back home everyday after a long day of hiking ! Views were great also!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

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

Didn't want to leave

This property is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. It is in a prime location on the island to do day trips to Bar Harbor or Acadia. It's tucked away from the main road, which makes it a peaceful place to unplug and unwind. The house was well stocked with all of the amenities of home, including board games and DVDs for rainy days. During the day, the dock is the perfect place to swim, fish, or launch a kayak. In the evening, it's the spot to watch the sunset, listen to the call of the loons, or stargaze. Heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Dan Z.

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

Endless summer fun!

Steve was a very helpful host who answered questions promptly and saw to a fix within a matter of hours of a faulty water heater. The house has a beautiful location with a large dock on a clear mountain lake with sunset views. Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island offered more than we could do in an entire summer. We'd definitely stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Monique M.

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

Fabulous location

Great stay for family. Stairs to second floor and dock difficult for grandmas
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Ada H.

beautiful lake in a great area of Maine

Hi Steve , We really enjoyed everything in SW Harbor , Long Pond , and Bar Harbor . The lake views at the house , sitting on the deck are perfect in the morning and late afternoon . The layout of the house is a little strange so definitely need to vacation with family or people you know super well since the upstairs guests have to come down into the downstairs bedrooms. The main thing that I would recommend is newer sheets/linens and towels . They were a bit worn and the fitted sheet for the upstairs had no elastic so kept coming undone . There were a few lights that did not work . Also would have been nice to use the BBQ.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Britt L.

A perfect location to visit Acadia National Park.

My family and relatives spent a week at Steve's property Northwood on Long Pond. It was a perfect combination of close proximity to the park, Bar Harbor, Cranberry Islands while being able to retreat to a beautiful view, porch and dock with gorgeous sunsets, sound of loons, swimming in pond. Steve was responsive and helpful with suggestions and tips before and during stay. House was comfortable with all amenities. A broken sewer pipe caused some distress, however this was fixed quickly. I can highly recommend Northwood as a vacation stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

Great Memories that will last a lifetime

The house is amazing! Every morning was spent on the dock with kayaking. Close to the carriage road for bike riding and hiking. Spent evenings either at dock or at Bar Harbor. Such a great vacation, great house, great location! They even had 3 kayaks for us to use, so we only had to bring one. I would definately rent this house again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018