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Branch Lake, lakefront cottage in the woods, Ellsworth ME

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Outdoor dining
Lake
Outdoor dining
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ellsworth, ME
  • Branch Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Telephone Museum
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2nd Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Branch Lake, lakefront cottage in the woods, Ellsworth ME

Come relax in this beautiful lake front home, with private dock and deck on the lake, float, grill, wonderful screened in porch, washer/dryer, dishwasher, internet and smart TV and DISH network. Primary bedroom with King bed and full bathroom, 2nd bedroom with King bed, and second bath all on first floor; large bedroom upstairs with 1 full and 2 twin beds, along with nice sitting/game playing area. Cottage is within feet of the Lake.
Lake is stocked annually with trout; public boat launch is right down the road.
Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park - approximately 20 miles, 40-45 minute drive.

Please note, dock and float will be out of water by Columbus Day weekend and will be put back in the lake in June, depending on when the ice is out.

Property manager

Karin Ryan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

Ellsworth

Located in Ellsworth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bucksport Golf Club and Seacoast Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kisma Preserve and Fort Knox State Park. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Branch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters - 21 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 22 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Telephone Museum - 28 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Green Lake - 38 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happytown - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Breadbox Bakery - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Off Road 6 & 8 Wheel ATV - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Branch Lake, lakefront cottage in the woods, Ellsworth ME pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Branch Lake, lakefront cottage in the woods, Ellsworth ME?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Branch Lake, lakefront cottage in the woods, Ellsworth ME?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Branch Lake, lakefront cottage in the woods, Ellsworth ME located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Branch Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Telephone Museum and Toddy Pond. Woodlawn Museum and Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vienna R.

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

Beautiful, spacious and clean!

We absolutely loved the property! It was beautiful! We had plenty of room for the 4 of us. The rooms were spacious and it felt like a cozy home. We were in close proximity to Ellsworth (20 min) and bar harbor/acadia (40min), which were our main destinations. We look forward to hopefully staying here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S., Punta Gorda FL USA

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

Beautiful Branch Lake

Wonderful home and very attentive host. It is a beautiful quiet relaxing place. It is definitely a favorite with us. The location near Acadia and Bar Harbor is great too.
Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Branch Lake Stay

This rental had everything you would need. Very spacious indoors and out with lake frontage. Superior cleanliness and comfort! It’s a bit isolated - the town of Ellsworth is about a 15 minute ride and Bar Harbor and Acadia Natl Park are about 40 minutes, but worth the drive. I would rent here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Everything we needed and more

Close to Acadia, nice down town, beautiful lake for swimming, fishing and kayaking. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari A.

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

Girls' 65th

Wonderful setting. Quiet and private. Not too far from town and we loved the house and lake. We had a few issues with brownouts after the 2nd day possibly due to a storm that came through. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

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

Fun family gathering

We had a fantastic two-week stay by the lake. The cottage is in a great location with easy access to Acadia and the surrounding area, however there is so much to do right at the cottage you may never want to leave. The cottage was well stocked with everything we needed and communication with the owner Karin was great. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

Maine getaway

The house is very nice. It’s very clean. The only issue I had was it is a little musty and it affected my allergies a bit but it wasn’t unbearable. I would stay again. It was fall so we didn’t get to use the kayaks on that were there but I would love to go back sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Perfect and serene

We absolutely loved our stay. Everything you could ask for is here. Private. Quiet. Access to a gorgeous lake for swimming or fishing. We stayed on property for the first 2 days of our week long stay simply because we were able to decompress and have fun too. Don’t hesitate on this house, you’ll regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great week on the lake

We enjoyed a great week at the lake with the beautiful lakefront, perfect for swimming or relaxing and soaking in the views! Had a great week. Super communication and responsiveness from the owner. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Bston, MA

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

Lovely Lakefront Property

The lake location is incredible and so peaceful and the water is crystal clear. There are 2 docks with seating, 2 kayaks and a canoe. We could hear the loons in the morning and evening and saw an eagle. The house is comfortable and just as pictured. The furniture is all cozy and the kitchen is well equipped. The owner is very responsive and turns out she lives next door. We would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Total Peace and Quiet

We picked this property in the hopes of finding some quiet relaxation on our vacation. This little spot did not disappoint! It's wonderfully secluded and peaceful and yet conveniently located to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Downtown Ellsworth is a gem to discover if you don't feel like making the trip into Bar Harbor. The weather didn't cooperate, so we didn't get to take advantage of the kayaks, canoe, or swimming, but that didn't diminish the experience at all! If you want privacy with a lovely view to stare off into, quiet nature to enjoy a book, or a short scenic drive to all sorts of activities, this is the place for you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D., Blairsville, GA USA

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

Location Location

We enjoyed the stay. The cottage was just perfect for our party size. Would stay here again. The lake location was amazing and the owner was very informative. We loved how everything was there and ready for use. The home does need some attention. The hall bath shower leaked onto to the floor all the time while in use. We had to keep towels down to keep from having a soaked floor. The house needs to have some refreshes done. Musty smells. The upstairs beds need to have new or better mattresses placed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Quiet and peaceful yet close to everything the region has to offer.

My sisters and I had a wonderful get away at this gem of a property. The house was clean, comfortable, and well appointed with everything we needed. A glitch with the TV was handled promptly by the owner with no disruption to our plans. The lake and lakefront were spectacular with a gentle grade from the house to the lake (so many properties have a steep grade!), outdoor seating, and docks. Even though it was quite cool during our week, I took a kayak out for a very enjoyable ride. There's a lovely lakefront park right down the road that made for good walks. We spent most of our days exploring Acadia and Ellsworth and returned to great dinners and quiet evenings in this lovely setting. We definitely hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

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

Excellent place to stay.

Had no problems. Rental was easy and convenient
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

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

Branchview Road

This is a very nice house situated on the south shore of Branch Lake. It was well appointed and the supplies at the house are excellent. We had lousy weather and couldn’t take full advantage of the waterfront amenities. The host, Karin, was great to work with. We asked how to get Netflix with the existing Dish network setup, and the next day the old tv was replaced with a smart television. The house is a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P., Philadelphia, PA

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

Perfect vacation house!

We’ve stayed in a lot of rentals and this was one of the best! Beautiful views and had everything you needed for a great stay! Very well stocked kitchen, outdoor supplies and even bug spray. We had a fantastic stay and would recommend highly!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Wonderful stay on Branch Lake

We had a fantastic time here! Karin's house is very comfortable. It has plenty of space to spread out, all the kitchen utensils you would need, games and puzzles, kayaks and a canoe with life jackets, and the location is super private and quiet. The stars were amazing over the lake! Branch Lake really is pristine. It's so clear and calm. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this rental and Branch Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Paradise

We have rented homes and cottages all over the world. The setting for this cottage was the best we have ever experienced. The waterfront area was perfect for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. The beds were comfortable and the thermostats in every room gave us comfort in every part of the house. What a delightful cottage in a particularly friendly part of Maine.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kelley S.

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

It was a nice place on beautiful lake.

It was a beautiful lake but was a little further from Bar Harbor than expected. If you want a private, secluded environment, it’s perfect. Didn’t care for the smell of moth balls. Lingered in air and on clothes. Would recommend some minor cosmetic touch ups on paint, especially up stairs where there were spots not painted at all. But overall, a nice house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Curtis E., Rifle Colorado

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

Comfortable and beautiful

This place is well stocked with most of all you need. Comfortable and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean W., Cranford, NJ

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

Summer stay

House was great and as advertised. Very quiet community on nice lake. The stay offered a secluded lake community and activities in Ellsworth, Bar Harbor and Acadia. Karin (Owner) was responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

suzanne M.

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

Wonderful week

My family and I had a wonderful week at the cottage. Karin and her family provided everything we needed and were especially attentive on first night when storm knocked out power for a few hours. Very peaceful lake combined with a clean and fully stocked home resulted in a memorable vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great Outdoors

Great property fully equipped with everything needed for a relaxing vacation! Fishing was great! Grilling outdoors! Lobster pot provided!! Two decks on the lake, close to shopping and Bar Harbor. Also Arcadia Cadillac mtn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joann O.

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

Beautiful and Quiet Location

The location of this home is beautiful as it is steps away from the pristine and quiet lake. The sunrises and sunsets were spectacular. It is the best of both worlds as in the early morning we would kayak and swim in the lake and then we went to Acadia hiking and we also biked the Schoodic Peninsula. It was nice to return later in the day to the peace and tranquility of this lake front home. We also enjoyed using the fire pit and making s'mores. The owners are very friendly and respond quickly to any questions you might have. I would highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

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

Wonderful Stay

Everything was as shown on the listing. We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

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