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The Maine Idea - Close to the village, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 45 minutes to Acadia

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Blue Hill, ME
  • The Barnacle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Blue Hill Books
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Maine Idea - Close to the village, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 45 minutes to Acadia

NEW LISTING IN BLUE HILL! This lovely cape sits just outside of the village of Blue Hill and is comfortable for up to eight guests. With four bedrooms (king on the main level, queen, double, and two twins on the second floor) and two full baths (downstairs with shower, upstairs with shower and tub), the house is cozy and roomy at the same time. A dedicated workspace on the porch offers privacy. Heat pumps upstairs and downstairs provide cooling in the summer and heat for the shoulder seasons. This is a great home base for day trips exploring the Blue Hill peninsula and surrounding towns, Deer Isle/Stonington, Bucksport, Bar Harbor, and Acadia National Park. A fenced-in area is convenient for dogs and children (at guests' discretion). Rents Friday to Friday from May through October. Dogs are welcomed but we prefer non-shedding.
Review from the first guests who stayed June 2024:

Great House Great Location
Our family spent a great week at Maine Idea. The pictures accurately display the property. The house was clean, well decorated and had everything a group could possibly need for a comfortable stay. Blue Hill is a great centrally located home base for day trips to many of Maine’s best locations. The “Mail Boat” from Stonington to Isle Au Haut” is a great way to spend a day and there are a number of beautiful hiking trials in the area.

Property manager

Chelsea and Brenda Horton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A rental agreement (and pet agreement) is sent to the primary guest's email address for return within 24 hours to finalize the reservation.

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

About the area

Blue Hill

Blue Hill is home to this holiday home. The Blue Hill Wine Shop and Seacoast Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet and Main Street. Blue Hill Co-op Community Market and North Light Books are also worth visiting.
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Blue Hill, ME

What's nearby

  • The Barnacle - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blue Hill Bay Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Blue Hill Books - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Acadia National Park - 36 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 50 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wave - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Brewing Blue Hill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Barncastle Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arborvine - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Maine Idea - Close to the village, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 45 minutes to Acadia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Maine Idea - Close to the village, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 45 minutes to Acadia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Maine Idea - Close to the village, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 45 minutes to Acadia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Maine Idea - Close to the village, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 45 minutes to Acadia located?

Situated in Blue Hill, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Blue Hill Co-op Community Market and The Blue Hill Wine Shop. North Light Books and The Barnacle are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Great House Great Location

The house was very clean, well decorated and stocked with everything you might need. Blue Hill is a great central location allowing for day visits to some of Maine’s best locations. Taking the Mail Boat from Stonington out to Isle Au Haut is a must do day trip. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Chelsea and Brenda Horton

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We represent private property owners to manage their rental properties for short-term rentals on Maine’s beautiful Blue Hill Peninsula. Enjoy peace of mind when you rent with our locally-owned company. Know that what you see online is what you will enjoy in person and that we'll be there when you need us.
All of our properties are available during the summer months with some also available for winter rentals.

Why they chose this property

As described by the Blue Hill Chamber of Commerce: The Blue Hill Peninsula encompasses the towns of Blue Hill, Brooklin, Brooksville, Castine, Penobscot, Sedgwick, and Surry and serves as the gateway to Little Deer Isle, Deer Isle, and Stonington. Blue Hill is the largest town and is the region’s service center. The landscape here is marked by sweeping views of the blueberry barrens and the sea. Tucked in among the ridges, valleys, and jagged coastline, you’ll find adventure of all kinds, from a day on the water and an evening of live music to a solitary morning walk and an afternoon of gallery tours and shopping.

You’ll find our communities to be diverse, independent yet interconnected. In all of these places, you may strike up a conversation with a lobsterman, boatbuilder, or sailor who knows these waters like the back of their hand. In all of these places, you will find locally sourced food and highly skilled craftspeople and artists. In all of these places, you will find evidence of the resourcefulness, dry wit, and creativity that has defined our region’s culture for centuries.

This region was settled in the mid-1700s, and its early economy centered around shipbuilding and quarrying. Lumbering, lobstering, fishing, and farming have played an important role in our economy and culture since the earliest days. By the late 1800’s the region had become a summer destination. Today, many of these industries coexist with a thriving art, music, and food scene to create this unique place called The Blue Hill Peninsula.

What makes this property unique

The owners have thoughtfully furnished this rental home for guests to easily settle in and be comfortable.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests