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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 12 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme

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.

In town retreat close to Acadia
This cozy one bedroom retreat is ideally located for walking to downtown or a stroll into Acadia. Secluded off of a residential street and with off street parking, the house has a private courtyard for you to enjoy, a full kitchen, washer/dryer and AC/heat. The park's loop road with access to Sand Beach, Ocean Drive, Champlain mountain and a huge network of trails are just down the street while restaurants, the village green, shops, shore path and an active waterfront are a 15 min. walk away.

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!

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.

Artsy Tiny House & Cedar Sauna
Our family is excited to share our tiny house with you! Located on our artist collective farm, this is our favorite place on earth. It’s off grid, cottage core, and has a beautiful & fragrant cedar sauna. We are 27 minutes from Acadia National Park and surrounded by truly gorgeous local beaches. We offer super comfy beds, an outdoor shower, twinkle lights, summer nights filled with fireflies, bright maples in the fall, and cozy winter movie nights in a bed alcove like on a boat.

Belfast Ocean Breeze
Welcome to an exquisite retreat nestled on a tranquil dead-end lane in the thriving coastal town of Belfast. With private access to Belfast City Park and Ocean, this charming space offers unparalleled serenity, and boasting breathtaking views of Penobscot Bay and beyond. The exceptional grounds offer an ideal setting for relaxation with the added allure of explorations along the shoreline or tennis/ pickleball at park/ year round hot tub. Near downtown and Rt. 1. No parties.

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

"Starry Nights", secluded cottage with ocean views
Soak in spectacular sunsets from this peaceful, secluded cabin overlooking the serene waters of Sawyer's Cove in Blue Hill Bay. Nestled near Seal Cove harbor on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Start your day with a cup of coffee or unwind in the afternoon with your favorite drink on the spacious open deck, all while taking in sweeping ocean views that never get old.

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.

The Tiny House with the Enormous View of Acadia
The Tiny House on Goose Cove is the perfect place from which to enjoy your visit to Acadia National Park. Set on three acres of shore front property, the house features spectacular views of Mount Desert Island. The entrance to the Park, and the shops and restaurants of Bar Harbor, are just 20-25 minutes away by car. And when you've had enough of the bustle and crowds, you can retreat to the peace and serenity of this beautiful property.

The Cozy Cottage right on Acadia National Park
The perfect spot for your Mount Desert Island vacation! Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in Seal Harbor, you are right around the corner from Acadia National Park, short walk to a sand beach, 10 minute drive to the shopping and nightlife of Bar Harbor. Let the sound of the bubbling stream lull you to sleep. Three bedrooms and a small fold out couch in the living room. The twin bed is a daybed/trundle which opens into a king.
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Apartment rentals with beach access

Nest:a place of rest, retreat, or lodging

Tapley Farm Waterfront Apartment, Acadia, Pets

Coastal, relaxing, light-filled + walkable

Duck Cove Apartment

Oddfellows Hall-Second Floor

Lovely two bedroom detached apartment.

Coastal Vintage Living

Oceanview Escape near Maine Beaches
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"Sweetwater"-- Bright, Airy, Modern

Coveside Lakehouse on Sandy Point

Quiet side ranch home SW Harbor. Prime MDI locale

Manset Rock Cottage: A Coastal Retreat on MDI

Luxury Oceanfront Cabin w/ Sauna by Acadia

BarHarbor Cedar Chalet - Ocean view- 10 min Acadia

Cabin on the rocks

Spacious Oceanfront Cottage, Easy Access to Acadia
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Harbor Heights

Oceanfront Multi-level Condo with Prime Amenities

Toddy Haven: A Lakeside Condo Near Acadia.

Acadia Basecamp 6| Walk to Lobster, Coffee, Bakery

Acadia Basecamp | Walk to Lobster,Coffee+Bakery 2

Harbor View Cottage Unit A 2 bedroom downtown

Secluded 2BR with Beach Access! [Carriage House]

Acadia Basecamp| Walk to Lobster, Coffee, Bakery 8
When is the best time to visit Mount Desert?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $229 | $179 | $205 | $266 | $315 | $389 | $450 | $417 | $393 | $350 | $360 | $225 |
| Avg. temp | 19°F | 21°F | 31°F | 43°F | 55°F | 64°F | 70°F | 68°F | 60°F | 48°F | 37°F | 26°F |
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Mount Desert stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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