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Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Perched on the shores of Acadia National Park, this 2-bedroom cottage offers a serene escape with breathtaking views. With a porch that hangs over the sea and access to fresh lobster nearby, you'll be surrounded by nature's beauty. Nearby hiking trails and quaint villages like Blue Hill and Ellsworth are just minutes away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath

Dramatic Oceanfront Cottage with Stunning Views of Acadia National Park!

2 Bedroom, 2 Full Baths sleeps 4 - maximum 6 (new queen sofa bed or hi-rise inflatable air mattress for overflow guests)

Shift into idle in this lovely cottage by the sea. Sleep to the rhythmic sounds of gentle waves lapping on your shore. Prolific wildlife abounds; eagles, loon, osprey and an occasional seal. Sunrises here are some of the most magnificent on planet earth! Her reflection off the sea might even dance across your ceilings if you are an early enough riser and have a desire to connect with the beauty that surrounds you here.

The ocean and all her treasures are right at your footstep with a stunning porch that hangs over the sea and access to some of the finest lobster Maine has to offer just a few doors down at a quint New England, locally-owned, lobster shack. Exceptional panoramic, 180-degree views of Acadia National Park. Conveniently located only 15 minutes from two quintessential New England villages; Blue Hill and Ellsworth for restaurants and shopping. Endless outdoor adventures are to be found in this part of Downeast Maine. Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are a 50 minute drive. Nearby hiking, boating, horse-back riding, bike riding, mountain climbing, painting, whale watching, fishing, sailing, kayak rentals and more are all available.

FYI if you are coming with small children; this property is literally right on the ocean. Porch overhangs the water and stairs down to the sea, neither are child proofed. Please take care. That said, the owner's children enjoyed the home since they were wee. Epic Atlantic, typically calm waters for little ones. Also note no play yard. 

This is a non-smoking, no pet vacation rental property.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,150 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking, no pets or no fireworks allowed
Quiet hours 9pm-9am
Cottage must be left in the same general condition as found, including dishes washed & put away.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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

Dramatic Oceanfront 2 Bedroom/2 Baths
Idle Hour Dramatic Direct Oceanfront 2 bed 2 Bath
Dramatic Oceanfront 2 Bedroom/2 Baths New for 2020 Season
Dramatic Oceanfront 2 Bedroom/2 Full Baths New for 2020 Season

About the neighborhood

Located in Surry, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Blue Hill Co-op Community Market are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ellsworth Public Library - 32 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters - 32 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Ellsworth City Hall - 32 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 32 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Acadia National Park - 49 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Brewing Blue Hill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blue Hill Co-op - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪The Original Travelin' Lobster - ‬42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath 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 Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Holt House, Blue Hill Public Library, and Parker Point Nature Trail. Blue Hill Mountain Trailhead and Toddy Pond are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Idle Hour - Dramatic Direct Oceanfront, 2 bed 2 bath Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DEB F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely home and the location is excellent. It had everything you could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the waterfront view, wildlife and comings and goings of the lobster boats. It was so convenient to walk down the street to Perry's for dining on the wharf or take-out lobster and chowder. The location was perfect to explore the sites in all directions. The house is setup nicely for two couples to share.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had two couples. Each of us had had ample space. House was spacious. We were truly right on the ocean. Loved the full ocean side windows. We could hear the waves at high tide.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views from the back windows were amazing. Kitchen was very well equipped . Restaurants were more accessible in Blue Hill which is about a 20 minute drive. Stores and restaurants in Ellsworth were good but frequently there was a lot of traffic and roadwork to get to Ellsworth.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful property and surrounding area. Was so magical waking up to the view provided by endless windows each morning. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel B.

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

By the Water

We spent a lovely week here. Had everything we needed. It was very peaceful in May, highlyrecommend a stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Amazing views!

This was our sons first trip and we couldn’t have stayed at a better place. Amazing views and great location close to Acadia National Park! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection! At high tide it feels like you are on a ship - water views out of every window. Fabulous location and incredibly clean. Well stocked kitchen. Nice to have quality pans to cook with! Really nice to be able to swim right at the foot of the steps, and to be just a short walk from a more official beach. Quiet and peaceful at night.Hope to return again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place

Loved the location of this place. Very relaxing and great scenery. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie W.

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

Amazing view

We enjoyed our stay here. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was because of an ant problem. There was ant bait set out and spray to use so that was helpful. Otherwise this place is perfect for the gorgeous views and peaceful surrounding. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Devin S.

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

Sureey

Very beautiful and spacious home ! Awesome views to Acadia .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda D.

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

Relaxing stay!

Well equipped, beautiful location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan Monahan H.

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

Wonderful Stay

The view was absolutely amazing. The property was clean and comfortable. We also loved walking down to the lobster shack for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

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

Great trip!

Great property! Perfect location and house is exactly as described. We plan to go back again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Hello

Great location to visit Bar Harbor and the National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie A.

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

50th birthday

Was the best place we stayed on our vacation and stayed in a total of 4 places this trip. Would so come back and stay a week or two. Was a perfect spot to enjoy family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Beautiful place looking over the bay

This place had everything we needed plus a beautiful view. It was about 45 minutes from Acadia but was worth the drive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

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

Wonderful location

The house was clean and well appointed. We so enjoyed the windows overlooking the water and watching the tide coming and going. It was close to attractions but very quiet and off the beaten path.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

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

Paradise

Comfortable, quiet, beautiful sunrises, dark skies, exquusute views. Perhaps my favorite VRBO ever. It was a privilege to spend a week there.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki N.

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

Relaxing, awesome and beautiful views!

Glad we chose this place to stay for our vacation. The views were wonderful, right on penisula with water right outside our door. Lots of windows so you could enjoy the beauty surrounding you. If we ever visit Maine again this is where we would hope to be.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view was wonderful!! We enjoyed the deck and also all the windows. Our 3 days there were not enough; we will keep Idle Hour II on our list for a future trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn M.

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

Breathtaking views

This place is so beautiful and It looks just like the pictures, fantastic views of the water from every window. Comfortably decorated, and located in a beautiful area. Thank you for a wonderful stay and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

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

I want to keep this my secret, but I can’t!

This place was perfect for a five day getaway of peace, relaxation, and stunning water views. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Stunning

Such a beautiful location and Cheri gave a very accurate description of the spot! Stunning is the only description to give the sunsets and rises. Thank you for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka A.

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

Great!

Beautiful, clean, spacious and well stocked. The drive to Acadia was scenic with convenient stops along the way (fuel, food etc.). We had a great trip and really enjoyed the vibe and views at this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023