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“Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME

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Exterior
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Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 91900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Kids Room

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

“Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME

Brookshire Cottage is a luxury 100 year old totally renovated Bungalow home located on Mount Desert Island in Bass Harbor. Near wonderful trails 5 mins away on the ocean. Ships Harbor Trail and Wonderland Trail. Road in front of our home circles the Island around Seawall. Very Scenic drive along the water.

The property is a 3 bedroom home with Luxury Master Suite with Master Bath, claw foot tub, and seamless glass shower. Perfect for relaxing after hiking the trails of the park or kayaking in the ocean or lakes. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking for a large group! Farmhouse sink and table inside and outside for family meals! Fire pit, gas grill, and lobster cooker available! The property is dog friendly for dogs 50 lbs and under with a pet fee $125.00. Smart TV in all the bedrooms and living room. The house has air conditioning also for keeping cool in the Summer. Please note that the Air Conditioner is only on the first floor. Windows and large fans upstairs. Rarely does the temperature at night become to
hot. If you rent in the Fall we have a gas stove for keeping warm. The property is up the street from Bass Harbor Lighthouse. Ferry Terminal and hiking trails only 5 mins away! Located on the quiet side of the Island but only a short drive to Bar Harbor. Many great restaurants and stores on our side of island too. Decorated with a classic theme. The house was totally rebuilt and redecorated 3 years ago. We provide comfortable sheets and linens. This is very important to our family. There are two separate rooms with queen beds and another bunk room that has three single beds. Trundle bed in living room.

There is another guest house in the back that is rented separate from the main house.
LittleBrook Cottage .

**Please note If you are bringing a dog please add it to the reservation so it will charge the $125 pet fee** otherwise we must do this manually. We strive hard to be pet friendly.

Keep in mind we are not handicapped accessible. The house has stairs.

Property manager

Robbin Griffis
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Amenities

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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Smart TV in all bedrooms and WIFI
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Under 50 pounds with permission Pet Fee $125.00
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only receptacles for disposal
Dogs do not PEE on lawn. Signs show PET walk area. $200.00 damage fee if dogs pee in grass. Turns green grass brown. Trying to stay Pet Friendly.
If pet over 60 lbs please contact owner. If pet left alone, please kennel! Kennel provided upon request. Rules strictly followed
Very important to us to have dogs travel with owners! Please everyone do your part. Pet Friendly properties are hard to find! Extra work and expense

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tremont, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “Brookshire Cottage” Acadia National Park “Pet Friendly” Mt Desert Island ME located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 149 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

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

quaint cottage

cottage was darling- not as functional as we would have liked for colder weather-( table in porch) but comfortable otherwise!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Great stay

Cottage was clean and charming. We were very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

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

Family trip

Fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

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

Loved the decor!

Two sisters and one friend stayed at this lovely cottage while exploring Acadia! Place was decorated with a loving touch and everything needed for comfort and enjoyment. Communication with the owner was easy! The nearby town was a plus! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Lovely cottage near Acadia

We had a fantastic fall weekend. The host was gracious and gave us perfect advice for local dining and hiking. The cottage is well appointed with everything you could need. Charming decor. True New England!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patsy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house but too many rules and many trip hazards.

We enjoyed our stay in Tremont as this location is close to the Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor where we spent our days exploring the scenic areas, wWe shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacque P.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Cute little Home

Cute little Home with lots of Notices to what you can do and not do in the Home. We enjoyed our stay. The reason I give a 3 is because of all the trip hazard rugs piled on top of each other. The rugs were dirty. When following the check out guide and I saw the BedBug spray I froze in place. So we took extra precautions when getting home just in case. Overall it’s an adorable little Home 30 mins from Bar Harbor and Acadia NP!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia M.

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

Brookshire Cottage in Bass Harbor

Great location in Tremont Maine.The cottage was clean, beautifully decorated and well equipped. A perfect spot for exploring Acadia, Northeast Harbor and Bar Harbor. Would highly recommend a windjammer cruise on the Margaret Todd in Bar Harbor and dinner at the Little Fern restaurant in the Claremont Hotel. We absolutely loved our three day stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Have never felt so at home

What an incredible place! From the moment we arrived, to the moment we left- we felt like we were just there visiting family. Check-in was super straight-forward and easy, and the layout of the house immediately made sense. Being tucked away in a slower paced area was a good break from our busy visits to Bar Harbor. Really enjoyed Beal's Lobster Pier on our first night there. The house is also a very short drive from the Bass Harbor lighthouse which is incredible. All of the furnishings, appliances, dishes, etc were upscale and felt homey. Not like someone just furnished the place to rent it out. The owner's were very nice and accommodating, nothing but positive things to say about them. Overall this place felt like a vacation spot that I'd be excited to return to over and over again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

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

Location with class

This is a great little spot with good location on the island. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

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

Great homebase to explore

Everything was great! We enjoyed relaxing at the cottages, and the kitchen enabled us to cook easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute cottage

We very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin H.

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

Relaxing stay at Brookshire cottage

A great place close to a beautiful lighthouse and delicious lobster rolls. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ann J.

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

Perfect place for 4th of July

We couldnt ask for a better location! We spent our days at Acadia National Park but the area was great. Everything was great at the house and even some extras to help eat at home. We appreciate the extra attention taken for the small things and the well labeled info for items to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca P.

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

Great Little Cottage

Adorable cottage with lots of charm! A few small issues noted upon arrival, but the host was quick to fix them. It would be nice to have upgraded silverware. The beds were comfy and keeping the windows open helped to keep the rooms cool. We loved the backyard and fire pit! Excellent location, close to hiking and restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Magical Maine getaway

What a gorgeous house! Beautiful decor, super comfy beds, you feel like you've stepped back in time while still enjoying all the comforts of the modern era. Perfect base for our Acadia trip. Host was responsive and attentive. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle O.

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

Cozy Stay

It was perfect for our quick stop in Acadia. The house was perfect for our family of six, and the host was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

MDI in 2 days with husband and adult daughter and son

This was a lovely place to stay on the quiet side near Wonderland Trail and Bass Harbor Lighthouse which gave us an opportunity to see a lot in just a couple days The busy-ness of Bar Harbor even before peak season was nice to visit, but not for long If you like a quiet immaculately decorated escape from it all, this is perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Perfect Weekend at Acadia

The property was great and exactly as listed. It was an easy drive over to some of the main trails in Acadia and made our weekend very easy! We it had great access to everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

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

Great House!

We really enjoyed our time at Brookshire Cottage! It is so beautifully decorated and felt like we were at home. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sonia O.

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

Weekend get away

Lodging and furnishings were great. We had a few issues upon arrival (drinking water, hot water); however, the host was responsive, and we resolved our issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

A lovely getaway

Thanks Robbin for a lovely stay during Christmas week. The home was clean and thoughtfully arranged for guests. We recommend you highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

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

Birthday & Anniversary Weekend

If anything, the property listing doesn't fully capture how much space is available. We were surprised at how big the property was! The whole place is clean and nicely decorated and we loved the kitchen especially. The location is also good, not too long of a drive to get to anything you want to do on the island. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robbin Griffis

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Homeowner is a nurse and loves decorating homes. Professional Decorator and closet organizer since 2003. Homeowner has several homes she has acquired since 2003. Robbin loves making a special place for guest to enjoy! Sailing , boating, hiker, kayaking, paddle boarding, runner, yoga, painting avid history reader and loves old houses. I love creating spaces for people to enjoy. Also, love eating lobster.

Why they chose this property

Traveled to Maine with my children and friends! Started vacationing in Maine 20 years ago. Came to Southwest Harbor to sail! Best friends have a large Hinckley sailboat. Maine is the best place for sailing. My favorite spot on the Island is Bass Harbor. Best sunsets on the island. Great access to the ocean and harbor. Being on the end of the Mount Desert Island is truly a magical experience.

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