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Charming Cottage at Pretty Pond

2.0 star property
Cottage with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
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Escape to the heart of Mount Desert Island at this cozy cottage, where rustic charm meets modern comforts. Unwind in an inviting space that feels like a true home away from home with access to outdoor activities, including hiking and kayaking.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Charming Cottage at Pretty Pond

Nestled in the heart of Mount Desert Island, this cozy cottage is the perfect retreat to explore the island. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Acadia National Park, it is minutes away from a wealth of outdoor activities, including hiking, kayaking, and wildlife spotting, with crystal-clear lakes nearby. The cottage blends rustic charm with modern comforts, creating an inviting space that feels like a true home away from home.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Spiral staircase - please be careful

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
ME, Mount Desert

What's nearby

  • Long Pond - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage at Pretty Pond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is Charming Cottage at Pretty Pond located?

Located in Somesville, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Charming Cottage at Pretty Pond Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesli L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space and the location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, it was clean, and it had everything we needed.The owner gave us excellent tips for dining, hiking and anything we needed - it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage perfect for our family

This cottage was cozy and perfect for our family. The location gave us close access to explore all Mount Desert Island/Acadia had to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This property is one of the best we have ever stayed at. Could not recommend this place enough!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet location. House was very clean and felt new. Loved the outside amenities like the fire pit (bring your own wood) and the outdoor table and chairs. Great communication with owners as well. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Pretty Pond Cottage

Loved the charming and very clean cottage. Enjoyed every morning on the front porch with a cup of coffee overlooking the beautiful nature and pond. Wish we could have spent more time there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage close to Acadia National Park and a short drive to Bar Harbor. The house was clean and perfectly sized for our family of four. It was especially nice having 1.5 bathrooms with two teenagers in the family! We also loved sitting out on the porch as well as having a grill to cook dinner. Would not hesitate to recommend this cottage to family and friends traveling to the area. And we look forward to visiting again ourselves one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pretty pond cottage was fantastic! Perfect for our family of four to have some space throughout the week. Close enough to Bar Harbor and others spots off the beaten path. Greg was super helpful and very quick to make local recommendations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cabin on a small lake

Perfect location to see everything on the island. Short driving distance to the lakes, Acadia, hikes, restaurants and towns. Nestled in the woods and on a small lake, the cabin was peaceful and quiet to sit outside. Perfect size for our family. Check in was a breeze and the cabin had the amenities we needed. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bar Harbor

Amazing Great location Beautiful setting Charming Didn’t want to leave!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Quiet Centrally Located Property

The place was exceptionally clean and new. The kitchen was great, and the beds were very comfortable. It's very simple and nice. I also liked the location as Mt. Desert is a big island, so being centrally located meant we could go any direction and be where we wanted to be within 15 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, clean, and centrally located

The house was great and was as expected from the description and photos. Newly renovated, the owner made all the right upgrades needed to make you feel at home. The sofa and TV area suited our family of four perfectly as we relaxed after a long day of hiking and exploring. The beds are comfortable and I appreciated how the space was so well lit. The owner is very friendly and was very responsive when we had questions. The house is on a quiet road off of a fairly quiet road. The Adirondack chairs on the porch facing the pond became our place to drink our morning coffee and read. Our 12 and 14 year old loved how spacious the loft area was and were happy to have their own space up there. Having 1-1/2 baths was perfect for us. The kitchen is well equipped.The house is centrally located on MDI making it easy to travel to Acadia, Bar Harbor, South West Harbor, and North East Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect autumn escape, off the beaten path!

This spot was perfect for my wife and two kids while we visited Bar Harbor. Except for some very minor road noise, the spot was very quiet. Lots of deer graze in this area, which testifies to the serene atmosphere. Greg stopped by when we were outside to make sure things were going well. He was very kind and receptive to our little bit of feedback. We took advantage of the nice fire pit and roasted marshmallows around the fire. Overall the property is well equipped for a small family getaway and convenient to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (less than 20 minutes to either). We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024