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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Somes Pond Island Cottage

Summary:
Waterfront property on Somes Pond, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, deck.

Watch the ducks sunbathe, listen to the babbling brook next to the house, or take a trip to SW Harbor or Bar Harbor close by! This is a bird and nature lovers paradise with amazing views! This family cottage is right on Mt. Desert Island, MINUTES away from hiking trails, canoeing, kayaking, and yet peaceful and waterfront!! Yes, you can access the pond from the property, if you rent or bring kayaks! The house is ...

The Space:
Watch the ducks sunbathe, listen to the babbling brook next to the house, or take a trip to SW Harbor or Bar Harbor close by! This is a bird and nature lovers paradise with amazing views! This family cottage is right on Mt. Desert Island, MINUTES away from hiking trails, canoeing, kayaking, and yet peaceful and waterfront!! Yes, you can access the pond from the property, if you rent or bring kayaks!
The house is camp-style, with original kitchen hardwood cabinets, vaulted ceilings, and lots of windows for that wonderful view of the water!! There is a gas grill and dining on the deck. The open concept kitchen, dining room and living room give your family plenty of room to spread out.
First floor: Bedroom with a king bed, full bathroom Second floor: Bedroom 1 has a king bed, bedroom 2 has two twins, bedroom 3 has two twins. There is a Full bathroom on the second floor and a spacious landing for games, reading and birdwatching.
There is a new propane heater for heat on the main floor. Fans are provided for cooling. There is usually an ocean breeze for those warmer days. The kitchen is fully stocked for cooking, linens and bedding is included, the coffee maker is a drip kind/
There are no fires or smoking allowed
A full sized washer/dryer are in the home.
Canoes and kayaks can be rented 1/2 mile from the house on Long pond.
Swimming is also allowed at the house, and down the street at Long Pond.
Free Island bus, station 1/2 mile from the house. ANP Trails 1/2 mile from the house, approx. 244 more hiking, walking and biking. Close to restaurants, Bar Harbor, SW Harbor, stores, etc.

** Please give us as much information as you can about your party when requesting to book this property. Children are allowed but must be monitored while staying at the house.

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Property manager

Susan Luke

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Cottage
Somes Pond Island
Somes Pond Island Cottage Cottage
Somes Pond Island Cottage Mount Desert
Somes Pond Island Cottage Cottage Mount Desert
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About the neighborhood

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Mt. Desert, ME-Maine

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Otter Cliff - 20 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 21 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Somes Pond Island Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Somes Pond Island Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Somes Pond Island Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Somes Pond Island Cottage located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Somes Pond Island Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Beautiful setting and views from the deck. A great launch pad to get to Acadia National Park. Highly recommended place to stay for visits to this part of Maine
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Great location to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Beautiful view of the pond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Our second time at this property! It is centrally located to so much of Acadia. Close to shopping and restaurants in Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor, so many hiking options, right on Somes pond - it's perfect. The house was great for our family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We loved our stay at Somme's Pond cottage, it was such a great location and easy to get to all parts of the island from there. It also had such a lovely view and surrounding area. Everything about the house was as expected and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We were looking for a convenient place to stay while touring Acadia and this cottage was everything we had hoped for. Only a few miles from hiking and biking trails as well as places for kayaking. Restaurants were also within 10-15 minutes in several directions. Would highly recommend it and would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Beautiful national Park
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Perfect holiday home for a week with easy access to northeast, southwest and Acadia National park.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

We booked this wanting to stay in a quaint cabin in the woods and that’s exactly what this was! The kids loved exploring the creek and the house had everything we needed for a comfortable visit. Thank you for providing the setting for some amazing memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We had a fantastic stay at the Somes Pond cottage. The surroundings are truly beautiful. The pictures don’t do it justice! We definitely want to come back next time we’re in Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Absolutely loved being on Somes Pond in this home. Everything was wonderful - clean, spacious, linens and kitchen fully stocked. This is a peaceful location yet close to everything you want to do in Acadia and Bar Harbor. We definitely will be returning. Large home with plenty of space and spectacular view. There is nothing I would change. It was perfection.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Quiet place to stay with family , and children
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

This cottage was in a great location on the island to reach all the hiking and adorable small towns easily. It is quiet at the cottage with a great view of Somes Pond and there is a babbling brook to listen to when the windows are open. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Although we had to cut our reservation short, the property was absolutely lovely. It is exactly what you would want for a family vacation. The sounds of the creek and the view of the marsh are spectacular. The house is comfortable, clean, and provides all the necessities. Susan was also extremely communicative and helpful during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Great location- close to Acadia national park and Bar Harbor Bird watch from the deck, kayak on the pond A lovely generation owned property
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10

The property was exactly as advertised on VRBO. Great location just close enough to the amenities of Bar Harbor but a wonderfully quiet location in Mt. Desert. The sound of the flowing stream nearby is great to fall asleep to. Sunrise over the pond is spectacular. The mamagement company is great to deal with. They are very responsive and thorough informing you about the check-in, check-out process. Would definitely recommend this property as a vacation rental.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10

This house was very clean and had everything we needed. Tons of room. There is a beautiful creek that runs by the house into the pond. The dinning room table is fabulous for playing games.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Looking through the sliding glass doors over sums Pond was amazing. At night time having a gas fired fireplace set a great mood to relax. Also dealing with the management of the property was easy and had quick response to any problems/needs that came up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

The location and setting of this house is amazing! So quiet, beautiful, and peaceful. Loved falling asleep to the sound of the babbling creek right outside the window. The house is very comfortable and it feels like a home, not just a rental. Grocery shopping and restaurants are about 10 minutes away which made it very convenient after spending active days hiking and sightseeing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Absolutely beautiful view from the porch. 30 min or less from anything we wanted to see in Acadia or around the island. Convenient with grill, washer/dryer, dishwasher. Our family of 7 stayed comfortably. Assuming the last folks that stayed didn't wash their dishes well, ended up washing everything before use but otherwise we have no complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The setting is beautiful, with views of sunrise on Somes Pond. Saw wildlife, including deer grazing near the house, and we heard loons and bullfrogs and the babbling brook right out back. The home is great for relaxing, and it had all the necessities. Central location to Bar Harbor, Acadia, and Northwest Harbor, and many scenic sea coast and lakeside locations and drives. The carriage roads are great, easy walks for nature lovers who like solitude.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Beautiful location on somes pond. We arrived to a hot house and the manager came out with fans and a small window air conditioner was set up. The AC unit was amazing which kept the house comfortable the entire week stay running at night. Rent canoe 1/2 mile from house. Half price is at 5pm. Beehive trail get there early as it is person to person up the iron rungs (scary). Use the bus system and park at visitor center for the only free parking. Beautiful island and home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location that gives easy access to both sides of Mount Desert Island as well as off-Island activities. The back deck overlooking the lake makes it all worth it. We watched a family of Osprey as the parents hunted for the young. One morning a couple of minks showed up in the stream, and a Barred owl seemed to make its home in the woods next to the driveway. House itself could use a little TLC, but based I’ll take that in trade for the location and the cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

we've stayed in a myriad of places on MDI and this was one of our favorites. on a lake, canoe/kayak rental half mile down the road, for Long Pond. great location for getting to all parts of the island easily. house located back from the road, in beautiful mossy woods, "babbling brook" running past--a great sound "backdrop." very responsive rental agent. the slanted eaves in 2 of the 4 bedrooms might be a problem for tall guests. in general a very comfy house, with a long dining room table and plenty of views of the lake from the living/dining area (large--with long dining room table) and back deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

We selected this property in order to be on Mt. Desert Island in a quiet and scenic location. It met this criteria. The property has been owned by the same family since 1962, probably passed down a generation or two. It is gradually being renovated. Some areas, such as the combo first floor bathroom/laundry room were in pristine conditions. Other areas showed their age or were awkward to use. We were able to cope. The property manager responded quickly to help if we had questions. The home was lovely to return to after a day of hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

The property is as described in the listing. It is not new, but we found it very comfortable, maybe in part because we own a seasonal cottage in upstate NY, so we are familiar with the “quirks” that come with this type of property. Except for the kitchen, the living/common areas are larger than the pictures led us to believe so plenty of room to spread out. If there was any one thing we’d suggest as an improvement, for us it would be some loungy type outdoor seating for the deck, like maybe an Adirondack chair or two; and maybe a hammock by the brook 🙂. That said, a great stay and we’d book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022