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Seastone - Pine Forest Cottage 4.5 miles from Acadia, 7 to downtown Bar Harbor

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Front view of the house in May, lilac tree in bloom. Parking to the right.
New deck May 2023 overlooking parking area and backyard.
The main door to access the rental with key-code entry, parking for 2 cars
The gardens are filled with plants flowering throughout the summer.
Gardens with bird feeders. Deer & local wildlife commonly visit.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6104.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Acadia National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seastone - Pine Forest Cottage 4.5 miles from Acadia, 7 to downtown Bar Harbor

SeaStone Cottage is geared towards vacationers who want to get the most out of their adventures on Mount Desert Island. SeaStone Cottage is perfect for honeymooners, families, business travelers and backpackers.

On a budget? Or just looking to spend more time with the family? Dine in with our fully furnished kitchen, or cook out with our backyard gas grill. Come and relax! Enjoy coffee on the deck, read in the gardens, and soak your cares away in our giant master Jacuzzi tub.

Nestled amongst a pine wood forest in the village of Town Hill, SeaStone Cottage is centrally located for your convenience. We are just 4.5 miles from the entrance to Acadia National Park, 7 miles from Bar Harbor, and 3.5 miles from Somesville, Southwest Harbor and the quiet side of the island! We are also located less than one mile from the Atlantic Brewing Company and the Town Hill Market, known for its delicious homemade sandwiches and snacks, and where you can access the free Island Explorer shuttle.

Take the bus or drive to Cadillac Mountain, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, or Bar Harbor.

We offer:
- a clean and comfortable stay
- local advice and expertise
- a library of brochures, guidebooks, menus and everything you need to plan your own perfect vacation getaway!

This rental is owned, managed and cleaned by a local family to ensure the best experience for our guests. Let us make your stay in Acadia one you'll never forget!

The rental unit is 1,120 sq. ft., with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-concept kitchen and living area. It features a private entrance and parking for 2+ cars. The private deck and side-yard offer outside dining for 6, gardens and flower plantings. Enjoy grilling or dining outdoors with the propane BBQ, and end your evenings relaxing under the stars.

Inside the home our visitors love the full kitchen and the home library filled with guidebooks, local authors, brochures, maps, menus, magazines and novels. As an Island native, I have also included a binder filled with local tips, suggestions, can't-miss opportunities and all of my family's personal favorites from restaurants, hikes, tours, and hidden-gems. On rainy days, or evenings in, play one of the many board/card games or enjoy a movie.

Below the vacation rental unit is a separate walk-out basement apartment with private entrance and additional shared parking. This apartment is used by the owner as a property management and massage office. This space is not available as a part of the vacation rental.

Property manager

Amber Howard
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The property has not been child proofed.
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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
$200 fee for smoking inside.
Third party booking is not permitted. The individuals who have made the reservation must be the ones who will stay at the property after booking.
Check out is by 10am. Guests who fail to check out by 10am will be charged a $25 fee and an additional $25 for each additional hour they are over.
Permanent staining, breakage, or loss of property will result in a replacement fee and owner reimbursement for any additional cleaning at $25/hour

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History 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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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Village Green - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 28 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Paddys Irish Pub Bar Harbor - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Seastone - Pine Forest Cottage 4.5 miles from Acadia, 7 to downtown Bar Harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seastone - Pine Forest Cottage 4.5 miles from Acadia, 7 to downtown Bar Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seastone - Pine Forest Cottage 4.5 miles from Acadia, 7 to downtown Bar Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seastone - Pine Forest Cottage 4.5 miles from Acadia, 7 to downtown Bar Harbor located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Atlantic Brewing Company and within 6 miles (10 km) of Acadia National Park and Bubble Rock. Garland Farm and Thompson Island Information Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

angie l.

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

Amazing memories

The set up of the property helped my boyfriend and I have a stress free vacation in which we were able to make tons of memories. The property had everything we needed to make decisions
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

cynthyjoe G.

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

Nice place to stay

Great location for visiting Bar Harbor & Acadia NP.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene E.

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

Clean & Comfortable

The house was very clean, kitchen had all of our cooking needs minus any measuring utensils, no kitchen table but an island with 2 stools, beds where comfortable with linens, bathrooms clean and plenty of towels and soap, deck was nice to sit at night after a long day, Amber our host was very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora R.

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

Wonderful vacation home

We spent a week in this great home while hiking and biking Acadia National Park. It was the perfect distance from the park and Bar Harbor. Amber was a great host and her property was exceptionally clean and very comfortable for four adults. If we ever vacation in that area again I will look to book this exact same home
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Louis G.

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

Acadia National Park family vacation

Thank you for a wonderful stay. We really enjoyed Acadia National Park and your home was well stocked with everything we needed to feel at home. We really enjoyed the cardinal that visited your kitchen windows every morning between 6:30 and 7am. We view cardinals as a visitor from heaven, so it was a treat! Thank you again, for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

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

Visiting from Wisconsin

We made the trip to visit Acadia NP and bar harbor. The was perfectly located to enjoy both. Close enough to be very convenient. Loved the large whirlpool tub for after hikes. They provided extras that are always appreciated (shampoo, conditioner, body wash) Had a good selection of games. Really appreciated all the information on things to do locally. Only 5 minutes away from the highly recommended lobster place. Only thing is wished there was a table inside to accommodate being able to sit down and eat,, although provided outside sometimes we ate later in the evening. Beds are a little noisy when moving around. Listing is very accurate, and I would not hesitate to stay here again, or recommend to Friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan and Jennifer

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

Family hiking trip

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

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

Great location!

The house was in a great location for accessing activities, with Acadia NP, Bar Harbor, and the other towns on MDI within a short drive. The house was clean and quiet, with a good selection of reading material about local attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

Fun in Arcadia

Very convenient location to both Bar Harbor and South Harbor. Not far from the Carriage Trails and many hikes. The house was very clean, quiet and was a peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee L.

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

Perfect spot

This kind of is spacious pristinely, clean, and absolutely perfectly appointed. The property owner has thought of everything. There are helpful notes to guide your usage of the property. The bookshelves are full of hiking books, art books, points of interest, reading, and games for the family. We will definitely Look forward to staying at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqulyn S.

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

Bar Harbor vacation

Our stay here was pleasant and comfortable. The house was clean and cozy and not far from town. It had everything we needed. Check in and out was simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Plesant

Very clean, cute, quiet, and had the essentials needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

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

Great place to visit

Loved the unique location in bar harbor. Very close to all the hiking trails in Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy N., Tampa FL

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

Bar Harbor Stay

Great location. Great place to stay. Great response from host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy F.

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

September Getaway

The property matched the listing. Lack of kitchen table/chairs is the only observation I missed when booking. Not a big deal for adult groups (Breakfast bar with seating for two exists.) It was great that a hard sided cooler was provided!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

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

Couldn't have asked for a better place!

Was perfect had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy H.

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

Excellent location

Excellent location for touring the island!! It was hard to believe though how many people don't know how to open casement windows and a lot of the window cranks were broken. With AC at times the house got hot not being able to open all the windows. Overall our stay was very nice and enjoyable!! Thank you Amber for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

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

August/early September in Maine!

Clean, close proximity. Loved Acadia National!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Christine L.

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

Great home base for a week on MDI

Amber's neat and tidy home offers a convenient launch point to not only downtown Bar Harbor but also lots of other spots across MDI. We appreciated having the kitchen so that we could make breakfast and lunch at home, and even pack a few picnic dinners for enjoying at sunsets throughout the park. The kitchen and living area inside are not particularly large so if you are planning to host a large group dinner indoors this is not the space for you. However, there was also deck seating and backyard seating that could accommodate a larger group, whether permitting. It's more or less a 30 minute drive or shorter to most points of interest around the island. The bedrooms are a nice size and Amber provided extra blankets and towels that were also helpful to have on hand. It was easy to get in touch with Amber when we had a question about the trash, and Amber was also very communicative about some work on the deck that happened during our stay and making sure it wasn't inconvenient for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

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

Peaceful relaxing house close to Acadia and Bar Harbor

We enjoyed being a short drive to both Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The house had everything we needed for a relaxing evening after a day of hiking or shopping. Affordable and clean. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Great house, great destination

Our family of six had a superb experience at this rental. The home is well-appointed, the kitchen well-stocked, and the details all in place. We appreciated Amber's notebook of recommendations and used it often. When we had a difficulty, Amber responded in minutes and tended to it with great communication and kindness. She was a delight to work with. As for Acadia, it is a place of ridiculous beauty. We had a great time hiking together and seeing the views from many mountaintops. What a fantastic week we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jomie G.

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

Great spot

We were visiting Acadia and Bar Harbor and this property was a great location for that. It was quiet and close enough to town for easy access to restaurants and to the park
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect spot!

This spot was perfect for us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rossi Z.

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

From Midwest to Acadia

This place is easy to get to. The VRBO is clean and just the right size for 4 adults. It does share a driveway with some other houses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

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

Clean, quiet retreat

We had a wonderful time staying at this house. It was one of the cleanest rentals I’ve been in and it instantly felt like home. Everything on the island is within a short drive of the house, and we loved exploring during our stay, especially with the amazing fall colors. It would have been nice to have seating for more than two at the bar as our family of four could not have dinner together, but we realize there isn’t much room in the small house for a proper dining table. (We would have loved using the outdoor table, but the weather was too wet during our stay.) In addition, the mattresses, while not uncomfortable, were very noisy. And the master tub was tough to get into and out of, especially after running the marathon! Overall, this was a great, clean, and quiet place to stay to experience MDI.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amber Howard

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SeaStone Cottage is owned, managed and cleaned by Amber Howard, a local island resident. As the daughter of a stone mason, Amber decided to pay homage to her heritage and name this property after the stone cairns that guide hikers through Acadia National Park. With SeaStone Amber hopes to share her love of adventure and travel on the very island where she grew up. Amber lives in Bar Harbor with her family and works as a massage therapist. In her free time you can find her hiking in the park, paddling on one of Acadia's majestic lakes or working in her garden.

Why they chose this property

Mount Desert Island was selected as the 25th best island in the world by Travel & Leisure. Sand Beach was featured as the Destination of the Day by The Huffington Post. Acadia National Park was rated as the 2nd best for biking in the country. And Bar Harbor's Town Square was honored as one of the most beautiful by Travel & Leisure.

This island is known as 'Eden,' and I hope that while you visit with us you are able to Live, Travel, Adventure, and experience this amazing place and come to love it as I have.

What makes this property unique

SeaStone Cottage is in the ideal location for those looking for a complete vacation experience on Mount Desert Island. Nestled in a pine wood forest in the village of Town Hill, Seastone is centrally located just 4 miles from the entrance to Acadia National Park, 7 miles from downtown Bar Harbor, and 3.5 miles from Somesville, Southwest Harbor, and the "quiet side" of the island. Spend your morning swimming in Echo Lake, or jumping off the secluded cliffs into Long Pond. Enjoy the view of Somes Sound from the top of Acadia Mountain. Hike the Beehive in the afternoon, or if you're daring take a chilly dip at Sand Beach. End your evening in Bar Harbor enjoying dinner or watching the sun set from the top of Cadillac Mountain. Don't forget to end the night with some ice cream while you enjoy live music in the Village Green, or a cocktail at any of the local watering holes. Wherever you go, you are always just minutes away from SeaStone!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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