A Comfortable and Well Furnished Cottage Away from Home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Bass Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park4 min drive
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead4 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse5 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

We call it our cottage but it's really a second home. It is a weekly rental with arrival and departure on Saturday. Enjoy fabulous sunsets from this idyllic coastal cottage situated in one of Maine's most picturesque harbors. A large screened porch faces west and graces the front of the cottage providing additional space with views of the inner harbor directly out to Blue Hill Bay. Inside you will find a master bedroom with bath and walk-in closet (the bed is queen size with a firm mattress), a living room with harbor views (large TV with cable and DVD player, radio, and wireless internet access), a gourmet eat-in kitchen, a second bedroom with two single beds that can be converted to a king size bed. Let the rental agent know if you would like the king size bed made up prior to your arrival. There is another room with futon that will comfortably sleep one or two youngsters. There are fans but a cottage on the ocean usually receives cool breezes so are rarely needed. There is a well equipped kitchen and gas grill in the shed. If you like eating out, there are several nice places nearby. There is a lobster dealer within walking distance that sells live lobster and fresh crab meat. Pots for boiling lobster and steaming clams are in the basement and a propane boiler is in the outside shed. Precooked takeout of clams and lobster can be purchased on the other side of the harbor - short drive. The cottage is elevated from the road in front and with landscaping it offers privacy. The front lawn is level.
Bass Harbor Lighthouse is an easy mile walk (one-way). Aa short drive (5 minutes)will take you to either the Ship Harbor or the Wonderland trails and a leisurely hike along the ocean shore. Use our hiking guides to find the many other trails in Acadia National Park or maps for bike loops. Bike rentals are available four miles away in Southwest Harbor. Kayak rentals are also available nearby. Guided kayak trips can be arranged in Southwest Harbor. The Island Explorer shuttle stop is a two minute walk and will take you and your bicycle almost anywhere you would like to go on Mt Desert Island. Parking can be an issue in Acadia National Park so the bus can be a good way to travel.

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Property manager

Karen Perry

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Only dogs allowed. Crate if left alone.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this cottage is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 4 min drive
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 38 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

Tan Turtle Tavern - 28 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 9 min drive
Thurston's Lobster Pound - 7 min drive
Colonel's Restaurant - 26 min drive
Hansen's Outpost - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Comfortable and Well Furnished Cottage Away from Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Comfortable and Well Furnished Cottage Away from Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Comfortable and Well Furnished Cottage Away from Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Comfortable and Well Furnished Cottage Away from Home located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Wonderland Trail Trailhead and within 6 miles (10 km) of Acadia National Park and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

1 Aug 2019

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

Great Getaway

We've rented multiple houses across the country. Some take dogs, some don't. This particular house accepts dogs. What a nice surprise to enter a home that was incredibly clean, nice furnishings, well stocked kitchen, nice linensand Stonewall Kitchen bath projects in master! Most homes that take dogs have their share of wear and tear, but not this place! Not only was it well appointed, we didn't have to run straight out to the store and stock up on paper goods. Bar soap was provided, if needed, hairdryers, fans and lawn chairs. The screened in porch was perfect for morning coffee and watching lobster boats head out...... and then watching them return while enjoying a glass of wine later that afternoon. It was a nice getaway and pleasant surprise.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

James S.

28 July 2019

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

great place

Clean, comfortable, great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen N.

1 July 2019

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

Family trip to Acadia

We loved this property! It was such a relaxing place to return to after busy days of hiking trails with many tourists. The screened- in front porch was delightful and the gas fireplace a bonus for chilly nights. This property is well taken care of by its owners.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick W., Ballwin, Missouri, USA

4 Oct 2018

Exceeded all expectations

We absolutely loved our stay at Cottage at Bass Harbor! Everything about it exceeded our expectations. It is in a great location on the quiet side of the island, yet close to restaurants and all that Acadia has to offer. The cottage is updated, very clean, with comfortable beds, spacious kitchen and cozy living room. We especially enjoyed sitting in the screened in porch looking out at the harbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

24 Sept 2018

Immaculately clean, beautifully maintained and well-provisioned house!

This house was the cleanest rental I've ever stayed in, and was well stocked with all we needed in terms of toiletries and kitchen supplies. The house is so nicely furnished. I especially appreciated excellent condition of the upholstered furniture in the living room -- in other houses I've rented, the furniture is often musty and old. The back of the house has a very pretty garden, and the front has a large lawn. The house is not in a secluded area (the Swans Ferry is across the street) but it was very quiet and very cozy. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Karen Perry

We are an active outdoor retired couple from Western Maine who enjoy the hiking and biking opportunities that the Mount Desert Island area offers. We have a Golden Retriever named Sage who loves to hike. She especially likes the walk to the Lighthouse from the cottage and also the leisurely walks at the Ship Harbor and Wonderland trails

Why they chose this property

Mount Desert Island is home to Acadia National Park and Acadia is one of the most visited National Parks in the country. While visitors do flock to the area, Bass Harbor is located on the 'quiet side' of Mt Desert Island. While it's less visited, we are still only 25 minutes from most any location on the island. We are close to Echo Lake which is a fresh water lake with a wonderful beach. The cottage is close to hiking trails and biking loops. The village of Southwest Harbor is 4 miles away and offers shopping and nice places to eat.

What makes this property unique

The smell of the salt air is a special early morning treat and the sights and sounds of the lobster boats leaving and returning the harbor is unique. The ferry to Swan's Island (inhabited year round) leaves several times a day from the terminal across the road. We like to use the 'Ferry Window' to watch the ferry dock, load, and depart. Taking our own trip on the ferry to Swan's Island with bikes makes for a nice day, too, but some days we just like to stay home and read. It wouldn't be a visit to Bass Harbor without a few lobsters for supper. Live lobsters can be purchased across the harbor at Thurstons. Kettles are in the basement and the gas cooker is in the shed. Our favorite time of the day is the evening. Watching the sun go down over Bass Harbor with all the boats safely moored for the night is really pretty.

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