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Lakefront Home Near Acadia National Park: Dock kayaks paddle boards & swim raft

Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to George's Pond House, a 4-season retreat in Franklin, Maine. Enjoy private beach frontage just 25 feet from your door with a dock and kayaks or unwind by the propane fire pit with seating for entertaining.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Home Near Acadia National Park: Dock kayaks paddle boards & swim raft

Located 30 minutes from Mount Desert Island lies a hidden gem known as George’s Pond in Franklin, Maine. George’s Pond is best known for its clean, clear water and picturesque sunsets. The 360 acre pond hosts many types of fish: Trout, Bass, Pickerel & Perch. Along the pond you will find many incredible swimming spots, as well as a large swimming rock (boulder) in the middle of the pond with a diving board.

With a population density of 39 people per square mile, Franklin, Maine is the perfect relaxing, unhurried environment to vacation in while being so close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Carved out by glaciers, Franklin, Maine hosts some of the most beautiful landscapes in Maine; miles of blueberry barons and mountain ranges with lush foliage along the Atlantic coast providing an ideal vacation spot to escape the hustle and bustle.

The House:
George’s Pond House is a 4 season 2br, 2ba modern home with private beach frontage just 25 feet from your door. Custom built in 2007, no details were spared in construction or comfort, and privacy of the 1650 sq foot home. The house comes with a dock, 4 single kayaks, 2 paddle boards, lifejackets, paddles, large propane grill, fire pit, and ample seating for entertaining.
You will find hard wood & tile flooring throughout, accented with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, propane fire place, and high end fixtures. A reverse osmosis system has been installed for crystal clear drinking water. Radiant heated floors on all 3 levels, and instant hot water add to your comfort level. The home has high speed internet, Cable, and phone service. Cell service can be spotty in Franklin.

Kitchen:
The kitchen is spacious for a family of 4. With plenty of storage, whirlpool appliances, coffee maker, dish washer, and views through the sliding door onto the patio, you are sure to fall in love. The patio (off the kitchen) provides seating for 5 with a high table (for 2 or 3) overlooking the pond.

Living Room:
Seating for 5, Samsung UHD 55″ TV with Cable, propane fireplace, large windows overlooking the pond, and led lighting / ceiling fan on dimmer controls. Just off the living room is a full bath, and stairs leading up to the Master bedroom.

Master Bedroom:
The entire second floor is the Master bedroom which hosts an amazing view over the pond. You will find a queen bed, full bathroom, walk in closet with laundry facilities and a large shower with double shower heads. 65" UHD TV and ample storage space provides added comfort. The bedrooms cathedral ceiling has 2 power operated skylights, ceiling fan w/ night light, sleeping loft with 2 twin mattresses, and the wall facing the pond is large windows from floor to ceiling.

2nd Bedroom:
The first floor has been tastefully appointed with tile and custom pine carpentry. You will find a queen sleigh bed, ample closet storage, 42" TV, and private access to the outdoor area just steps from the pond. Led lighting and large windows provide a bright, comfortable space for lounging on the large couch, or an extra play space for the kids.

Outdoor Entertainment Area:
An ideal location for enjoying the ponds sights, sounds, and atmosphere. We provide a large propane BBQ grill, chair swing, chairs, table with umbrella, and a solo smokeless fire pit. Just under the deck you will find lifejackets, kayak and paddle board paddles. This is the ideal place to watch the sunset each night as the loons call out to each other. Almost every night you will see osprey, falcons, eagles, and you can hear fish jump at the edge of dark. Just down a set of steps you will find an aluminum dock with kayaks on a convenient rack. Out on the end of the dock is seating for 3 people and a large area to lay down or have a picnic. The sand / pebble beach area to the right of the dock provides an excellent place to wade, splash, and swim! Quite often a family of ducks will swim through looking for food along the rocky shoreline. Murch Island offers shelter from South winds, and provides excellent fishing grounds.

In closing: George’s Pond House is about as comfortable and charming as it gets. You are only 15 minutes from Ellsworth (grocery stores), 30 minutes from Mount Desert Island, 5 minutes from the nearest (small) grocery store / gas station, but surrounded in all natures beauty along the best side of the pond which receives full sun with incredible sunset views.
This is our second home which is only rented out a few selected weeks - please contact us for details.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Just not inside please :o)

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Checkout is at or before 10 am

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Sleeping loft with 2 twin mattresses over master

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Just not inside please :o)

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Lakefront Home Acadia National House
Beautiful Lakefront Home Acadia National
Beautiful Lakefront Home Acadia National House
Beautiful Lakefront Home Acadia National House
Beautiful Lakefront Home Acadia National

About the neighborhood

Map
ME, Franklin

What's nearby

  • Abrams Pond - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Donnell Pond - 15 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 44 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 56 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 60 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chippers - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Itty Bitty Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Project Mayhem, Waltham Division - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Timbers Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home Near Acadia National Park: Dock kayaks paddle boards & swim raft pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home Near Acadia National Park: Dock kayaks paddle boards & swim raft?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront Home Near Acadia National Park: Dock kayaks paddle boards & swim raft located?

Nestled on the beach, this Franklin vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Donnell Pond, Black Beach, and Abrams Pond. Schoodic Mountain and Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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