Bordering Acadia National Park

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5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

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Barbecue grill
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Seal Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
‪15 min walk‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪18 min drive‬
Cadillac Mountain
‪23 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Toilet

First floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Second floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Nestled in the quiet residential village of Seal Harbor this 1910 house with spacious deck overlooks the woods of Acadia National Park. Within easy walking distance of the Seal Harbor Beach and village green (10 mins), coffee shop (5 mins), and bike rentals. Half a mile to Jordan Pond, the carriage roads, and dozens of hikes and biking trails in the park. Just 15 minute drive to hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor. Two and a-half bathrooms. Wood floors with area rugs, except the kitchen and bathrooms. New mattresses, sheets and towels. New couches, rugs, and curtains. Fully functional, dated kitchen. Thoroughly cleaned between every rental. There are neighbors on both sides of the house. We love our cosy home and hope you will too!

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Edith Dunham

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Languages

English, French, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please wash all dishes before leaving.

Please start a wash of used towels before leaving.

Please leave the door open (unlocked) when you go.

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

About the area

Seal Harbor

Located in Seal Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. 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. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting.

Seal Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Otter Cliff - 11 min drive - 6.6 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
Thunder Hole - 19 min drive - 15.8 km
Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬27 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬28 min drive
‪Choco-Latte - ‬12 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bordering Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bordering Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bordering Acadia National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bordering Acadia National Park located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Naturalist's Notebook and Acadia National Park. Bracy Cove and Carriage Roads are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann S.

29 Oct 2024

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

Great Location

Lots of space in a great location, away from the traffic of Bar Harbor and close to the truly lovely Seal Cove area. Outdoor deck looks over a forest. Easy to get to Park entrance and use their buses. Owner was very helpful. Second bathroom on second floor is quite tiny, but not a problem.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela G.

26 Sept 2024

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

A lovely stay

Perfect for a trip with a group of friends, would definitely stay here again! The house was perfect for our group (3 couples + 2 siblings), great location for any outings across the island, and plenty of space for us to hang out or eat in without feeling on top of each other. Owner was very helpful and friendly

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra t.

8 Sept 2024

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

Fun times

My 3 friends and I took a road trip to Maine from Virginia. This house was the perfect location for Acadia National Park and Bar Harbour. The house was clean and enough room for all of us. It was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

29 Aug 2024

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

wonderful

This property was clean, charming and in a great location with easy access to the carriage trail in Acadia. The house was well stocked with all that was needed and the host was easy to communicate with.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

13 Jul 2024

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

Location, location, location

We had a great time, the location is amazing for Acadia National Park, enough room for everyone!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

22 Jun 2024

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

Wonderful!

We had such a great time at Edie’s place! So much room for all of us. So homey and lovely. What a great place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi F.

17 Jun 2024

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

Seal Harbor Happy

Perfect location - quiet, friendly and close to hiking and biking. Good nearby restaurant and great bike rental/store - but not crowded like Bar Harbor. Edie was very flexible with us and super-fast to answer questions and give great suggestions. House was well-stocked. We are already planning our next visit!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

24 Oct 2023

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

Perfect house

The house was perfect for our stay. A great location for Acadia National Park, just minutes away. The home is older and we loved that! Communication with the owners was very quick whenever we had questions.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja R.

23 Oct 2023

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

Lovely house close to Acadia

This is a very well kept old house, full of New England charm, well stocked, with very comfortable beds. It's super convenient to Acadia and Bar Harbor without being in the middle of the hubbub. We had a lovely time!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert P.

21 Sept 2023

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

Seal house

Could use some upgrades throughout

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harshal K.

6 Sept 2023

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

Nice stay close from the National Park and Bar Harbor

We liked our stay at Edie's place. We were a large group of 8 and were easily accommodated in the house. The house is quiet and well equipped for a large group and is conveniently located from the National park and Bar Harbor. I would definitely recommend the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G., Gladwyne, PA

3 Sept 2023

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

Great for equestrians using Wildwood Stables

This home is quite comfortable with well equipped kitchen and many other amenities. The host was extremely accommodating and easy to work with. The location is perfect for accessing the carriage roads and the many trails from Jordan Pond, as well as the popovers!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

28 Aug 2023

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

Great Base Camp

We were two families with young children and found the home to be a great fit for us. It was within walking distance to a beach great for exploring and wading and a coffee/ice cream shop. Also - it was a short trip to lots of hiking trails, scenic spots, and the horse carriage rides which we all enjoyed. The house was very well stocked with towels, soap, and supplies you might not expect like a tablecloth for the picnic table on the deck, laundry basket, cooler bags, portable chairs, and family games. Edith our host touched base throughout our stay to ensure things were going well. We would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

16 Jul 2023

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

The best of both worlds

The property was on the edge of Acadia where we hiked several trails and visited 3 different beaches and just totally enjoyed the fresh air and sunshine and scenic views. It was only a short walk down to Seal Harbor for the beach and swings for the granddaughters. And Bar Harbor was only 7 miles away for the walking town experience. The best of both worlds!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

10 Jul 2023

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

Perfect spot to explore Arcadia & Bar Habor!

Edie’s place was perfect for our family getaway! Great location - 15 minutes to Acadia hikes (Cadillac & Beehive) and easy stroll (.5 miles) to Seal Harbor beach. Restaurants of Bar Harbor are a short drive which makes this rental a great choice. The house it self is huge and well stocked with everything you need for a group trip. Great value for the stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittnee R.

8 Jul 2023

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

Acadia National Park Visit

The home is perfect for visiting Acadia National Park. It has plenty of room for the family. The location to the park is great. The area is quiet and has a diner and coffee shop a short walk away. You could also walk to the pick up for the Island explorer if needed. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

5 Jul 2023

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

Acadia National park stay

This house was perfect for our family of 7. Well stocked, very clean, and communication with our host was fantastic! Would stay here again if back in the area again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Jun 2023

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

Cycling Acadia

Traveling with a group of cyclists and this house was just perfect. Just outside the park and not too far from Bar Harbor. Host was great and the garage with sofas was a sweet place to land after a day riding the park and Cadillac Mtn.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

20 Jun 2023

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

Beautiful spacious home, walking distance to beach

We stayed here for five nights with my parents and our three children. There was plenty of room for everyone. It was comfortable and quiet. We cooked almost every night and the kitchen was well appointed. We enjoyed having dinners out on the back patio and walking to the beach. It was the perfect spot and we’d love to come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

denise t.

8 Jun 2023

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

PA

The house is easy to find and walking distance to seal Harbor beach. 15 min drive to Bar Harbor and many popular hikes.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G.

24 Apr 2023

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

Perfect location & spacious

The house was clean, spacious, and in a beautiful location. The beach and village green are a quick walk away, and Bar Harbor and restaurantsj a 15 minute drive. Clean linens and plenty of towels and hot water. I look forward to coming back with my family this summer!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Millar K.

30 Mar 2023

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

Excellent experience

What a unique place! The house was spacious, clean and very close to the Seal Harbor beach, a quiet and serene alternative to Bar Harbor. Beautiful scenery all around. Edie was quick to respond to our questions. We had everything we needed and would definitely stay again!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

3 Nov 2022

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

Nice location far from the crowds

Our family enjoyed staying here with the easy access to the park and away from the bar harbor crowds. The owner was always just a quick text away. Kitchen was stocked with kitchen staples (olive oil, salt, pepper, etc) making cooking easier. Hope to return some day!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriane J.

19 Oct 2022

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

Quaint Home at Jordon Pond

We had a lovely time at this quaint and spacious home. The owner was incredibly responsive and even went the extra mile and located a pack and play for us to use during our stay. This charming house has lots of character, ample space and is in the perfect location. It backs up to the beautiful forest and is just minutes away from Jordan Pond, Seal Harbor and the most idyllic botanical gardens. The owner also supplied basic supplies such as soap, toilet paper, dishwasher detergent, kitchen supplies. She has a bunch of fun games that we played nightly with our kiddos and they explored her book shelves and spent some time reading. We actually ended up needing to return some of the groceries we bought because she had them on hand. We enjoyed our stay so much that the family even talked of getting our own home there. :) We truly had the best time and made memories that we will forever cherish with our family.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marla S.

18 Oct 2022

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

Great location!!

We really enjoyed our stay at Seal Harbor! The location is perfect and easily accessible to the park, Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor. The house is older and slightly dated but it was clean, and spacious for our group. We had success cooking in the kitchen and had enough cooking supplies. Edie does supply basic needs such as laundry detergent, and cooking oil which is helpful. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are big. Edie was wonderful to work with. She did tell us that she was order new coaches, and they might be delivered during our stay & they were. We would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Edith Dunham

My family has spent summers in Seal Harbor for 5 generations. My daughters and I have spent many winters here as well, enjoying Mount Desert Island in all weather. I love to share the beauty and magic of Seal Harbor, and I hope you have a great experience!

Why they chose this property

After selling the house I grew up in here, I bought this house from my cousins who were moving into assisted living. I love the feeling of the woods off of the deck and the quiet street. I am improving the house constantly, trying to upgrade the furniture, upholstery, and rugs. I have bought all new mattresses for the beds, new couches, a dining room table as well as the deck furniture.

What makes this property unique

Every direction you walk in from my house brings you somewhere beautiful. You can walk to the beach and the village green any time of day, or walk up the hill towards the Jordan Pond house and the carriage roads, or walk up Mackenzie Rd. to the Dunham School and the small playground.

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English, French, Spanish

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

First floor bathroom

Second floor bathroom

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