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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

Acadia National Park ocean front & garden cottages
Both our houses are designed in the contemporary style. We used custom made decor and cherry tree furniture. A lot of windows, glass doors, bright and open space are inside the house. It is very quiet outside. You most likely will be alone at the beach. We share the whole sea cove with only one neighboring house. It is a pure paradise if you want to live on the beach on your own and within minutes of driving to the main local attractions. You'll be amazed of our botanical garden and landscape.

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!

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.

"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.

Duck Cove Apartment
Enjoy salty sea air when you stay at this vacation rental apartment in Bernard, Maine! Bring along your own kayaks to take advantage of the waterfront property. Just a few miles from Acadia National Park and a 20-minute drive to Bar Harbor , the space allows you and your favorite travel companions to explore the beautiful surroundings with ease! It doesn't get any better than beautiful ocean views, direct water access, and the best lobster in the country;

Salty Suite {Oceanside Cottage/Near Acadia}
Cozy ocean front cottage! Spectacular panoramic views of the ocean at Mount Desert Narrows, Mount Desert Island and Cadillac Mountain! Centrally located down a private lane 10 minutes from Ellsworth and 20 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park! Wake up in the quiet comfort of the warm cottage and spend the day exploring Acadia’s Wonderland and visiting the amazing shops and excellent restaurants in downtown Bar Harbor. Come enjoy Salty Suite!

Graham Lakeview Retreat
Escape to the beauty of coastal Maine in this peaceful and fully-equipped waterfront home—just 40 minutes from Acadia National Park. Enjoy serene water views, launch one of the provided kayaks, or soak in the jacuzzi tub after a day of hiking. Ideal for couples, families, solo travelers, and your four-legged friends, too! Whether you're here for the national park, the coast, or just a quiet escape, this welcoming retreat has everything you need.

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.

Beachfront Chalet w/ Gameroom- Decorated For Xmas!
🌅 Welcome To Sunrise Shores Chalet 🌅 Premiere Amenities & Designer Finishes Rivaling Others In The Acadia Region! Experience A Truly Unique Maine Airbnb Fit w/ a Home Movie Theater, 900 Square Foot Arcade/Gameroom, Wood-Burning Beachfront Firepit, and Designer Finishes Curated To Meet The Needs Of Our Guests. 🎅 Ho, Ho Ho...Tis The Season 🎅 Sunrise Shores Chalet Will Be Decorated For The Holidays Through December!

Great Timbers Retreat Minutes from Schoodic Park
This private newly renovated log home is nestled right next to the ocean front. Radiant floors with all new appliances and granite countertops. Spa showers in both bathrooms. One large bedroom with king bed and two Queen luxury futon beds for guest. Stone fireplace. Brand new washer and dryer. Charcoal grill outside and picnic table with ocean views. Pet Friendly there are pet beds and crate available

Meadow Point Cottage
Meadow Point cottage is located on a very quiet five acre property with panoramic views of Frenchman's Bay and Mount Desert Island. It takes about thirty minutes to drive over to MDI and Acadia National Park. The property has a private beach for kayaking and woods with a picnic area and fire pit. It is a wonderful spot for walking and viewing wildlife; ducks, eagles, shore birds, seals and deer.
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Waterfront apartment rentals

Adi’s Mountain View

Canal View|DTWN Bangor|Steps to great Restaurants

Tapley Farm Waterfront Apartment, Acadia, Pets

Union River Retreat Private Apartment

Downtown waterfront Belfast with amazing views.

2 bedroom furnished apartment

Oddfellows Hall-Second Floor

Parisian apartment in downtown Belfast, Maine
Waterfront house rentals

River View | Private Hot Tub | Poplar Treehouse

Waterfront near Acadia | Hot Tub| Kayaks| Bay View

Coveside Lakehouse on Sandy Point

Vernon's View

Bartlet's Narrows House

Cabin on the rocks

Cozy Beachfront Retreat on Somes Sound

Lake Front-Kayaks-Dock-Fire Pit-Sand Beach-Acadia
Waterfront condo rentals

Harbor Heights

Marina side Stern condo

Oceanfront Multi-level Condo with Prime Amenities

Toddy Haven: A Lakeside Condo Near Acadia.

2BR Condo + Ocean Views in Downtown SW [Seaglass]

Best views on MDI 2 bdrm 2 bth condo waterfront

Harbor View Cottage Unit A 2 bedroom downtown

Secluded 2BR with Beach Access! [Carriage House]
When is the best time to visit Mount Desert?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | € 148 | € 147 | € 146 | € 152 | € 303 | € 342 | € 390 | € 405 | € 347 | € 303 | € 325 | € 203 |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -6°C | -1°C | 6°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 9°C | 3°C | -3°C |
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40 properties have a dedicated workspace

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80 of Mount Desert vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Mount Desert stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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