Surrounded by trees, this charming apartment offers a serene retreat. Enter through the oak stairs and unwind in the open living area with teratine tile floors and warm paint tones. The fully equipped kitchen features oak cabinets, while the tiled bathroom boasts a custom walk-in shower.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Comfortable retreat in the woods, but close to Island attractions
I built an apartment next to our house, thinking someday i would live in the apartment and rent the house. The apartment is accessed by a wide set of stairs made of oak. Upon entering the apartment there is a teratine tile floor in the kitchen, that transitions onto an oak floor in an open layout. In the middle of the space is a small table that seats four, including an oak church pew . A small siting area (with fold out futon) in the family room area has several windows that look into the trees.
Three sky light tunnels bring light into the room. The oak, tile, and warm paint make the living/dining/family area relaxing, and the perfect spot for 2-3 people.
The front half of the unit has a bedroom on one end, an office/study/den/sleeping area in the middle and a tiled bathroom with custom built walk-in shower, along with washer and dryer on the other end.
The office/study/den has a full sky light that brings light into the center of the unit. The kitchen is fully equipped with oak kitchen cabinets and all the basic kitchen necessities.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadbolt lock
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
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in Somesville, a neighborhood in Mount Desert, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Mount Desert travel guide
Is Comfortable retreat in the woods, but close to Island attractions pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Comfortable retreat in the woods, but close to Island attractions?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Comfortable retreat in the woods, but close to Island attractions?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Comfortable retreat in the woods, but close to Island attractions located?
Located in Somesville, this apartment building is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Comfortable retreat in the woods, but close to Island attractions Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Michaels place was very nice. Well-equippped, good location for a base to explore Acadia and the nearby coastal destinations. Michael was very responsive and eager to accommodate. Would definitely stay again.
This place was very clean and might be the perfect location for a trip to Acadia National Park. Super cozy and comfortable. It is centrally located on the island so driving to either side of the park is only 15-20 minutes to any point. Perfectly located between Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor. Great communication with the owner. The area is super quiet. We stayed 4 nights but would have no issues if it was for a longer-term rental. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
This place was in a great central location to Acadia and was very comfortable. It had all the amenities we needed. The host was very attentive and friendly. We would definitely stay there again.
Perfect spot for relaxing in nature and exploring Acadia from the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. Michael is a gracious host and the place was clean and stocked with necessities.
A great little spot on the quiet side of the island. Close to town, but tucked away in the woods. Quiet, with everything I needed for a nice getaway. Fully equipped kitchen, laundry, comfy bed and plenty of space for me to spread out. Michael was a great host, and easy to communicate with. Good wifi.
The apartment was perfect for us. It was Located close to everything we wanted to do. Michael was very helpful and attentive. The apartment clean and comfortable. We are definately coming back!!
Loved the place. We stayed here a couple days so we could explore Acadia. It was a great location for our needs. Michael stayed on tops of things as far as communication goes. I needed something that wasn't at the apartment and sent him a message and it appeared on the steps within just a few minutes. Couldn't have asked for a better host
Would definitely stay here again if we ever come back.
A fantastic location in a bucolic setting of tall pine trees and a long, winding gravel driveway.
The apartment was way more spacious than I thought it would be and with everything we needed
The location was great Five or ten minutes to points in Acadia National Park and 15 to Bar Harbor.
The host was friendly and helpful.
I will definitely book next year.
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Elizabeth S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Christopher M.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Hot tub
This property was listed as having a hot tub. It was the one filter that i used for our vacation and it was not on the property. I heard about it my entire vacation. This should probably be fixed going forward. Other than that, the property was clean, neat, and secluded. It was also the perfect distance to Bar Harbor and other activities.
Acadia vacation -
We were very , very lucky to find this place - it's a real gem ! The Accommodation at Michael's beautiful , spacious and spotless apartment was a real deal ! Great location easily accessible to hiking and bike trails as well as very good food places . Michael is a great host . We highly recommend his cozy and comfortable flat.
This apartment is comfortable and clean but needs some simple improvements such as new pillows and more of them (two flat ones are provided). Also there’s no coffee pot, but there is a bean grinder, which doesn’t make sense. There is nowhere to put the soap in the shower or on the bathroom sink—soap dishes would help. And someone was definitely coming in the apartment while we were out, presumably the owner doing his laundry in the bathroom? We weren’t told that that was going to happen, which was unsettling.
Great location, access to Acadia, functional and clean!
We loved staying here. It was just 15 mins away from Bar harbor, many locations within Acadia sight-seeing and activities. Beautiful skylight in one of the bedroom and very clean, functional bedroom/bathroom/kitchen/appliances. Separate apartment access avoids any complications with people around or COVID fear. TV has DirectTV connection with Prime/Netflix and WIFI was great. Michael was such a gentleman and provided clear directions, great tips about the stay and activities as well. We will definitely stay here again next time!
regards,
Vijay
Michael was an amazing host and we had everything we needed and more to enjoy the area of MDI and Acadia. Would recommend to anyone looking for an affordable, private, place to stay.
Mike was a great host, and he made sure to tell me to use a specific intersection in Maine to get to the property. I used it the first time, but then on day 3 things got funny with my google maps and I lost signal and had to put in the address again... ended up at two different places in Maine with the exact same address! haha but the place was fine and it was great to have access to a washer dryer for all my filthy hiking clothes. :)
This place is slightly off the beaten track -secluded setting with lots of privacy and very quiet. It's cozy and spacious and has a great kitchen where you could prepare meals and store lots of food. It was very clean and cozy. Pam and Mike were excellent hosts and made me feel very welcome. They also gave me info and maps which helped me find some great places on the island to walk. All-and all a great place to stay and I hope I can go back sometime.
Sandra H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location right at the entrance to the island giving quick and easy access to where ever you wished to go.