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Waterfront Cottage with gorgeous sunset view
Lamoine, ME

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing stay
This was a friends trip to get away and hike Acadia. The property was perfect! We loved the water all around the property and loved drinking coffee in the morning just looking out. This was perfect to unplug and unwind. My only wish was for a bigger tv so we could watch football. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia trip
The house was very nice and had gorgeous sunsets! It's in a great location away from all the hustle and bustle but close enough to easily get to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls east coast trip
We had a great time on our east coast trip! The Sunset house is lovely and in a great location for visiting the area's beautiful sites! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and property
Your home is beautiful and well stocked with everything we needed. the property is idyllic - lots of trees, right on the water and beautiful sunsets. Loved coming back to relax after day trips to the beautiful Maine coast. thank you for sharing your home with us. Dianne and Howard
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We loved every aspect of this home and hope to one day return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
This property was perfect for our stay in Maine. It was centrally located to everywhere we wanted to visit. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed during our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M., OVIEDO

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay!
My family and I are very grateful to have stayed in this home once again. Besides the soggy weather this trip, we had a wonderful stay. I threw on a rain coat, explored the grounds and relaxed in the chairs with my coffee. Even with all of the rain we still had the best time. Very peaceful and relaxing. Thank you to our hosts and to Jenn the care taker for the personal touches. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chafic G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
It was a great place. Would definitely rent again and would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Maine retreat
The home is beautiful - exactly as described. The kitchen has everything you could want for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F., Mannsville, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply amazing!
This place was everything we expected and more. Had the best weekend getaway! Highly recommend and we will definitely be returning in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sarah n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
We really enjoyed our stay. Bar Harbor and Acadia have a lot to offer, and the property was nice to come back to after a day of sightseeing. The views from the property were exceptional. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting and home
We came for the fall colors and to hike in Acadia. The house was just perfect for two couples. It was very quiet and had post card views of the lake and trees. The drive to Acadia was scenic. Everything was very clean and we were sad to leave. Communication was excellent with the caretaker.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great coastal property.
This property sits on the coast where you get to experience the high and low tides every day. The sun sets over the water for wonderful views. It is far enough away from the tourist centered Bar Harbor, but not too far to drive and visit Acadia National Park. The seclusion makes the property feel very private and safe. The photos on the listing are not updated. The owners have upgraded some furniture which made for a pleasant surprise. The property and house are large enough that we didn't feel that we outgrew the living space during our 8 day stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

tamara h., Taylor, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
A beautiful home in a very guiet,peaceful area. Very clean and accommodating. A short drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

carol I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Paradise
The home is beautiful and in a private quiet setting. After hiking and biking its a wonderful place to come back to and enjoy the sunset over the cove.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great place, we truly enjoy staying at the house and visiting Acadia National Park. View from the deck is awesome. House is well equipped and very comfortable. About 30 minutes drive to the park, but it worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M., OVIEDO

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!
My family and I enjoyed every second we spent at this home. Views were spectacular and the property is fun to explore. After busy afternoons around MDI it was refreshing coming back to a nice and quiet home each day! Great communication with home owner and care taker. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most relaxing location
Stayed with my husband and 9 year old daughter and we loved this house and the area so much my daughter cried when we had to leave. This house is so clean, bright, quiet and comfortable! We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and tranquility
Although the property is an hour away from the airport, it was perfect for us. We were only 40 min to Jordan pond in Acadia national park and also bar harbor. Going out on the island cruise in bass harbor was our favorite thing to do. The host told about the history, local culture and we saw and heard about the ocean creatures. We saw huge seals( and their babies), otters, bald eagle and other birds. We saw a salmon fish farm ( one of the largest in USA). Jen was very helpful on any questions we had. The home was lovely
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, lovely retreat new Bar Harbor
This home was an absolutely delightful place to stay. Close enough to reach Bar Harbor in 15 minutes, it's remote enough to enjoy the beauty of coastal Maine without the crowds. The home is located on an inlet point so is surrounded by water on 2+ sides. There are lots and lots and lots of big windows in the house that bring nature inside. The sunrises and sunsets were spectacular (which we enjoyed from the Adirondack chairs that sit near the water). We were visited by a raccoon, a skunk, a multitude of chipmunks and even some loons. Except for the occasional bird call (which we very much enjoyed), the home is surrounded by peace and quiet. The house itself was nicely appointed. There is a great deck on the second floor that overlooks the inlet. The beds were comfy, the shower refreshing, and everything inside tasteful and comfortable. There was a coffee maker and filters (bless you) - which helped a lot when attempting to rise with the sun! If we had stayed longer, we might have enjoyed using the bikes that were provided or spent more time on the deck. We thoroughly enjoyed roaming the property and appreciate the care taken to ensure your VRBO guests would love their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kami W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset Views!
The sunset view over the water from the property was amazing! Water views from 3 sides of this house made it even more spectacular. We loved the privacy and having coffee on the outdoor deck with the beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Linnea L., Cincinnati OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Great sunsets
Lovely home. Modern. Beautiful sunsets. Comfortable beds. Quiet. Safe. Well supplied. Responsive owner and manager. Fifteen steps to first floor.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Property!
The property is beautiful, highly recommend if you are up for a more rural, waterfront setting! A bit of a drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia (half hour) but we thoroughly enjoyed the solitude....the only downside is if you are planning to work online or utilize the internet for anything important, it is very unreliable...not a deal breaker for us, depends on how much you will need it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Uxbridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home with amazing sunsets
My husband, brother-in-law and his wife, and myself stayed here for 5 nights and loved it's proximity to Acadia and Bar Harbor (about 30 minutes depending where in the park). I only wish we had more time to spend at the house. We saw one amazing sunset, and 2 were obstructed by clouds on the horizon but would have been amazing otherwise on the nights we were at the house. We saw so many deer every morning when we left the house for the park. The house itself is beautiful and has everything you will need for your stay (we were missing hand soap in one bathroom but made due with some leftover shower gel we found).
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Great property! I’d come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
This was our first time in Maine and this property was just perfect for our little family. My kids, husband and I loved this house. It was such a peaceful time. Waking up to those beautiful views and tranquility are definitely going to be missed. Thank you Andrea too for all the great recommendations. We pretty much did everything you recommended and we loved it. Property manager is great too. She answers pretty promptly. We would love to come back to this beautiful property :) taking so many great memories with us from this amazing trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brek W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is actually prettier than advertised.
Property is actually prettier than advertised.. absolutely gorgeous views. Sunsets are stunning and as described. The house was beautiful very well-maintained and appointed beyond typical means for VRBO. Plenty of cleaning supplies utensils plates garbage bags etc. etc. Short drive into Acadia. Stay was a key part of our family road trip from North Carolina. We won’t forget it. Thank you so much
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing!
Description on VRBO was very accurate. Place was clean and had everything we needed! Nice house to return to after hiking and sightseeing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff & Melissa H., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property!! We didn’t want to leave!
This house is a slice of heaven! We absolutely loved the space, walking around the property, sitting outside on the deck and the sunsets are just breathtaking. As mentioned by others, make sure you don’t GPS to the house! Follow the instructions given. If you get to stay here your in for a great treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Carolyn G., Elkhart

Liked: Cleanliness
It was our home away from home!
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in this home. The sunsets were beautiful and the location was peaceful and serene. My husband loved the peninsula. I loved the accommodations. I don't think the online pics do it justice. There is a lot of space inside and outside. We thought no air conditioning would be a problem but it wasn't because there was a nice breeze off the water. There were three things we didn't like. The drive to Acadia is considerable, we knew that ahead of time but if you are going to go there everyday it's a lot. We paid for internet but it did not work good. It was very spotty. Finally, the owners expected a lot during our stay, like watering their plants. Then, when we checked out they wanted us to do sweeping, wiping down surfaces, laundry, trash, and dishes. We thought that was overboard for renters since we paid a premium price. Overall, our experience was great and we would recommend this home to other travelers.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shari V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
A wonderful home and property Perfect for our family
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
Beautiful secluded property as advertised with a short drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Only negative complaint is the internet. though advertised as having internet, once you book the place then you have to pay extra for a certain plan. i got the 16mb plan but internet was very slow. upon doing a speed test several times download was only 1-2mb.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Maine Escape
Sunset House is just as described, a beautiful haven by location and ambiance. We will love returning again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Quiet
This property is exactly as described. It served as a good home base for MDI yet close to any necessity in Ellsworth. Our only issue was that GPS failed us. Ask for directions ahead of time to avoid our frustration.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a gorgeous property . The house is very nice and the view is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in Lamoine—Nice place to nestle!
Nice home nestled in the woods with a good view of the water! Was interesting to watch the tides come and go! Was a bit of a drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park but we enjoyed getting to see the beautiful area! It was a joy working with the property manager, Jen! She was very helpful, accessible, and pleasant to talk to! Thanks for sharing your lovely home! We made lots of good memories with good friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature at it's best
This is a beautiful home surrounded by woods and located within a few yards of a gorgeous view of the waterfront. The home is very clean and has a well equipped kitchen, 2 large bedrooms, beautifully decorated family room and a deck off of the family room that one can sit and enjoy the fantastic view of the waterfront and woods, not to mention the unbelievable views of the sunset reflecting the red colors off the water! We would definitely recommend staying here.

10/10 Excellent

Anna F., Pocahontas, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
This home was just beautiful. The location was was great, only about a half an hour drive from Bar Harbor or any harbor you wish to visit we lived that it was secluded on its own cove. I would definitely return to this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and well equipped property. Enjoyed the welcome and participation feeling with invitation to water the plants and wash bed linens on departure. Quirky mix of furniture (including crystal chandelier and neon pink desk and side table) led to discussions of "why?" Somewhat remote, but not too far from Acadia National Park. "Antique" chairs in the bedrooms with a "Do not sit" plate made us wonder why the owner would put them out at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful property
This listing was exactly as described. The home is spotless and the location is peaceful with beautiful views of the water. All of the amenities were as described, and the property manager was helpful with check in and responsive during our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard S., Potomac

Liked: Cleanliness
Sets a very high standard for Maine rentals.
This is a beautiful property, on a point of land with big windows and views from every window. Immaculately clean and spacious. Sets a very high standard for out future rentals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Great home to enjoy coastal Maine, yet be away from the crowds. Loved the sunsets!

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY W., Dayton Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Great property. I wouldn't recommend this for older couples because the living area up a flight of stairs. Views from balcony are fabulous saw deer every morning. Would recommend bigger garbage can in kitchen, with one for recycling and other for regular trash. Bar harbor and park only 40 minutes away. Lovely home!

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to Acadia Park
A beautiful home with fantastic views from all sides of the house. Modern and clean with all the amenities you would need. You do have to ask about setting up the internet. It's about 20 mins to the nearest grocery store and 45 mins to Bar Harbor by car. We rented a Kayak while we stayed there. We had to wait until the tide came in to use it, so we were not able to use it as often as we would have liked. This property is located in a remote area but it was so beautiful that it was worth the longer drives.

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Live in DeWitt, Michigan.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spent several days at this beautiful home.
Enjoyed the lovely surroundings. Hope had everything we needed for our stay. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick G., Neenah, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful waterfront home
We spent a few days at this beautiful home while visiting Acadia. As some reviews have stated, it is a bit of a drive to the park, but it's really not bad. Do any shopping you need in Ellsworth before coming to the home. It's a long ride back to town if you need something. The home itself is modern and the beds are comfortable. Two couples or a family would be very comfortable here. The kitchen has all the dishes and cookware you need, and there are a few basic pantry items available (salt, pepper, a few spices, etc.). There is a washer and dryer so you can get away with packing half of what you need if you're making an extended stay. There are several gardens and a bench looking over the water. Being from the Midwest, it was fascinating to see how much the tide rises and falls in Maine. Keep in mind, there will be times that the waterfront becomes mud and rocks. Other reviews mentioned a lack of curtains, and I did not see any in the living room. There were some in both bedrooms, but in the upstairs bedroom, there are little upper windows that do let in a lot of early morning light. Bring a sleep mask if this is a problem for you. Check out is a bit early at 10am, and they do ask that you start dishes and laundry. This does help with keeping the cleaning costs, and therefore, rental costs down. I don't mind stripping down the beds and cleaning up after myself. After all, this is someone's home, not the Holiday Inn. As other reviews stated, don't use the map feature in the Homeaway app. You'll end up looking at a grass road down by a trucking company. Set your GPS to the address. I had no issue using the in-car GPS or Waze to find my way after getting lost the first time. Only small disappointment is that the kayaks in the pictures are not available. It's listed in the rental contract, so you need to take a look at that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Perfect!
A beautiful property, exactly as described. Far enough from the crowds but still convenient to Acadia and shops. We loved waking up and seeing the fall leaves and water views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Joseph M.

very lovely property
Overall this was a very lovely property Definitely farther from Acadia than I thought. It was a 45 minute drive every day to get to the park and then additional driving time in the park. If I were to stay here again I would not make the focus of my visit to be Acadia. Our GPS initially led us to a different property and when I called Jenny she did not seem surprised by this, we wasted an hour of our time trying to figure out where we were supposed to be and since there were no written directions initially we did not realize we were wrong. Also it was disconcerting to me that the property was just left unlocked with the key on the table for our arrival. Come on how expensive is a lock box or a coded entry? This is a safety issue if you ask me. My other recommendation would be to have a chair you can sit on in the bedrooms. There was an antique chair in each bedroom with a sign asking you not to sit on it. As a senior citizen, although I am active, it is not as easy as it once was to put on my socks and shoes without being seated. The beds were very comfy but they were high and not so easy for me personally to sit on and put on my shoes and socks The house is very well maintained It is a very picturesque setting. We had some truly gorgeous sunsets. I guess just did not meet my personal needs but if you're younger and are just looking for peace and serenity I would most definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M., n chelmsford, MA USA

Luxurious and comfortable
My husband and I stayed here for 5 days as we checked out Acadia and Bar Harbor. What a wonderful relaxing home! The kitchen has everything you need. The decor is beautiful. The outside views of nature and water are gorgeous. I just can’t say enough how I enjoyed our stay! Communication with the owner and the property manager was easy. The location is definitely away from it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Arlene M.

The property was gorgeous, inside and out! It is on a large lot with lots of beauty to discover.
We enjoyed our vacation at this beautiful home, everything that you would need was there to use. One thing that should be made clear, however, is that the main living is on the second floor, which was fine for us. However, if someone cannot do stairs that should be noted in its description. There is a bedroom on the first level with a large full bath and closet, but that is all. It, also, is a distance from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, about 25 minutes each way. However, not too far from Trenton, which has a great place for lobster!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018