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On the beach
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mt. Desert, ME
  • Place, Acadia Repertory Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Pond
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Mount Desert

With a stay at this vacation home in Mount Desert (Somesville), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. .This vacation home is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater.
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What's nearby

  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Long Pond - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 13 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬22 min drive

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 Charming Waterfront 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 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!! Both bathrooms have been NEWLY remodeled. The first floor has all new flooring and a new sliding glass door and screen.

The kitchen is updated with new cabinets, lighting and countertop. This camp has just become a hidden gem!

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 newly remodeled bathroom with a washer/dryer

Second floor: Bedroom 1 has a king bed, bedroom 2 has two twins, bedroom 3 has two mini- twins.

There is a newly remodeled 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 are 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. There is not a "path" to the pond, it is literally in front of the house. The level of the pond may vary from season to season.

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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Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • 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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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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Somes Pond Charming Waterfront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property could use a few things to make perfect

The house was great, beautiful property and views/wildlife amazing. Kitchen was well stocked and linens plentiful. We saw a deer and many birds. Some things could be improved though. The mattresses upstairs could use updating. The king bed upstairs is very soft, in one of the twin bedrooms the beds are rock solid, and the other twin bedroom the mattresses are squishy (may not even be real mattresses). The upstairs bathroom has a tiny tall tub. The exterior light was not working/connected. The downstairs bathroom could use curtains so that if people are using the bathroom the people in the driveway cannot see you. We had a great stay. Switches and outlets are quirky. These things did not ruin our stay but some improvements could help others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was fantastic for seeing wildlife (osprey, eagle, loons, deer) as well as ease of getting around the island. Just what we were looking for! Better lighting to play games in the evening would've been nice, and the kitchen could use better knives and skillets, but the beds were comfortable, and the pluses far outweighed the minuses. Would gladly come again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akiko C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage looked small from outside but very roomy inside. We enjoyed watching ospreys hunting fish, quiet sounds of streams running right next to the property, and the convenience of being on the island to visit many attractions of the NP. We could make lobster dinner with their huge pots. More than plenty towels were supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

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

10/10 Excellent

Barry A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia Hiking Trip

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 Excellent

Samantha K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Getaway in Great Location

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 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! Lots of room in the living and dining room area for us to gather as a family but plenty of bedrooms to spread out for some peace and quiet. Gorgeous view of the pond and lovely babbling brook running through the property!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Getaway in Acadia

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 Excellent

Jamie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location on the pond

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 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

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 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bar Harbor

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

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin in the Woods

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 Excellent

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great location!

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

8/10 Good

Lisa Z.

Great location

The location and views were great. The property needs to be maintained. When we walked in there was a cob web going from the window to the refrigerator, about 12”. Not a good first impression. The bedrooms had cobwebs coming off the beds. They stress to read the guest book immediately but it is outdated. The directions for trash how to use the tv etc have old and new directions together, and directions for items that do not work like the fireplace. The cable and internet was out when we arrived. I contacted Susan who looked into the cable and there was an outage. The internet was never addressed and we were without internet the entire time. This was inconvenient for people who had to work remotely. Most of the outlets upstairs do not work. This would be a great rental if a little more effort was put into maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gwyned T.

Somes Pond Island House

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 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect landing

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful place to stay

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 Good

Carrie M.

Beautiful property

This is my honest opinion about the property in general. We had a great time overall! Pros: Great location-babbling brook, pond and marshes Plenty of towels and extra blankets First floor bathroom was gorgeous! Huge windows provide amazing views Kitchen had utensils and cookware Plates, bowls and mugs were adorable! Carpeting upstairs was nice House was fairly clean (cobwebs here and there) The property managers were phenomenal and wonderfully helpful!! Gave us good recommendations on places to eat! The 2 larger bedrooms had large comfortable beds! Cons: 2nd floor small bedrooms and bathroom has a slated ceiling which is cute but hard on the head when you’re not used to it. The two smaller bedroom beds were uncomfortable. 2nd floor shower has a VERY deep tub to step into making it awkward. The driveway is primitive and tricky to turn around when there are 2 cars. Large ants were found crawling around occasionally in the house. The house is quaint but outdated in some ways. A little bit of updating would really make it more modern and more comfortable. Bring your mosquito repellant. We did not use the grill because of the mosquitoes. Overall, we enjoyed our stay! We appreciated the property managers quick and helpful text messages.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Cabin with a Phenomenal View

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 Excellent

Ali W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay!

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

8/10 Good

Wendy V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Somes pond

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 Excellent

Maureen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Acadia vacation

Beautiful national Park
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage, beautiful setting

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was great, very accessible to dining and other activities in Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Acadia NP. The cottage was comfortable, especially beds and living room furniture. Our stay was in the fall so the weather was very cool. Ample blankets were provided, although the bedrooms are too cold unless doors are left open. There is one furnace to heat the house and it is in the dining room. Both bathrooms had showers over tubs, which would be difficult for people with mobility issues. The upstairs shower is particularly challenging to use. The driveway is difficult to find and needs to be more clearly marked. This was the first time we had used this rental and we enjoyed it so much we hope to make it our preferred destination for viewing fall foliage. The property managers were excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022