At this farm stay you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Maine Granite Industry Museum and Acadia Repertory Theater. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly farm house offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Mount Desert farm house include Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching.
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
Otter Cliff - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive - 20.1 km
Jordan Pond - 32 min drive - 23.0 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Jordan Pond House - 22 min drive
Shell - 3 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 10 min drive
Abel's Lobster - 6 min drive
Vacationland Coffee Roasters - 7 min drive
About this property
FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!
The Captain's Retreat farmhouse is located smack in the middle of Mount Desert Island in historic picturesque Somesville which is conveniently located to all of ACADIA National Park highlights! You can be hiking on a park trail, swimming in Echo lake, kayaking on Long Pond or enjoying a live performance at the Acadia Repertory Theatre all within a few minutes drive away! We are 15 minutes to Bar Harbor for whale watching, shopping and nightlife & 7 min to Southwest Harbor to experience a quaint traditional Maine town with local shops, lobster pounds, art galleries and dining. Beech Hill organic Farm is right down the road for ALL the best LOCAL produce, grass fed meats, fresh eggs, maple syrup and more! The farmhouse was purchased in 2017 and it has been renovated/updated to reflect it's original 1920's pristine glory. The farmhouse is on 3 acres with lots of wild blueberries you can pick in season and fun to explore! BRAND NEW 6 ft. cedar fence has been installed across the front of the property and a generator that powers the whole farmhouse for any island outages. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 full bathroom. On the main level is the the huge sunny farmers kitchen, dining room, living room and 1 full bathroom. You can relax or play on the large lawn, pick local blueberries in the woods or watch wildlife over Denning Brook all on property. EVERYTHING is BRAND NEW in the home.....from the pottery barn living room furniture, super comfortable beds with fine linens/quilts, plush egyptian cotton towels, chef quality cookware, a gorgeous french country dining table that seats 8....... all the comforts of a home....this not your typical rental cottage with saggy furniture and worn towels. Come experience a quintessential New England farmhouse on your well deserved vacation! Relax in style after a day in the park, enjoy a traditional lobster boil, make smores at the outdoor solo fire pit or gaze at the stars from the hammock. A bright sunny farmers kitchen with new appliances with a center island that can seat 6 is a great place to gather while cooking or morning coffee. Come savor all that Mount Desert Island has to offer from sunsets on Cadillac Mountain, sailing on Somes Sound, popovers at the Jordan Pond House, horse drawn wagon rides on the carriage paths, picnics at Sand Beach, and so much more!!! Well mannered dogs welcomed on case by case approval basis. Caretaker is located on property in the carriage house with separate entrances from the farmhouse and delighted to assist you in any manner and share their “secret spots on MDI” as well as give you complete privacy while you experience your dream vacation on Mount Desert Island! New auto start generator on property runs whole farmhouse house for when electricity goes out.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Food and drink
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Separate dining area
Spices
Toaster
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Dryer
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Living room
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Furry family not allowed on furniture or linens/bedding
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: We welcome well behaved dogs! $150 (1) $225 (2)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
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To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Farmhouse Retreat Heart Acadia National Park Booking 2019
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!?
The closest beach to FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres! is Echo Lake Beach (3.3 km).
Does FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres! have a pool?
No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!?
No, FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at FARMHOUSE newly renovated in heart of Acadia with wild blueberries on 3 acres!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.