Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin

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Host

Excellent

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Mt Desert, ME

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

Our two-story, four-bedroom (two-and-a-half bath) log cabin has beautiful views of Round Pond, a large front deck for lounging and dining, a side deck for grilling, and a dock for swimming and launching the canoe and kayaks. An outdoor shower, another half bath, has views of the lake and woods.

It's quiet and peaceful, with no TV connection (although we have Wi-Fi) and lots of space to explore.

Upstairs: The master bedroom has a king-size bed, and the lofted bedroom (above the living room) has two twin beds. There are also one full and one half bath.

Downstairs: Living room, kitchen, and dining area are all in one open space, with the dining area set off to one side with optimal views of the sunset. Of two bedrooms downstairs, one has a queen bed, and one has two twin beds. There is also a full bath. The outdoor shower is out the door and down a few stairs. The cabin is furnished as a home; please treat it as such. If you appreciate hand-crafted furniture, welcome! (If you seek a rough-and-tumble experience, you'll be happy elsewhere.)

We have a TV with DVD-playing capabilities but haven't quite found a great place to put it, so for the moment it's sitting kind of awkwardly on a table in the living room -- feel free to rearrange, if you'd like.

Canoe, kayaks, and swim toys are in the basement, along with a few fishing rods.

Property manager

Elizabeth Fox

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Lake view

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Sunrise over the "pool" seen from deck and many rooms...

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Kitchen
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Service dogs considered

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Start laundry before leaving to avoid extra cleaning fees. No indoor or outdoor fires; grill is provided. Please treat cabin as a home, not a hotel.

Visitors must sign waiver regarding use of water craft; waiver must be signed, scanned, and returned before code to lock box is given.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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.

Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Echo Lake Beach - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
Cadillac Mountain - 26 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬14 min drive
‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, Relaxing, Family-Friendly Lakeside Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Marla C., Saratoga Springs, NY USA

20 August 2023

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

peaceful & private (but take note...)

This cabin is a find. You basically have a private pond to swim & paddle, with 2 spacious decks for gathering and relaxing. Inside is lovely. The main floor living area is more spacious than we were expecting, and the 4 bedrooms (3+loft) were perfect to accommodate our 3 generation group. Finding this lakefront, w/4 bedrooms, 2.5 bath (+ outdoor shower!) felt like a real score. We were all very happy and comfortable during our stay. Elizabeth is very communicative. She was quick to respond to all inquiries, and also provided lots of useful details and extra info. This continued all the way up to our stay and was really helpful. She obviously cares deeply about the quality of the cabin & its furnishings. However, Elizabeth is also very particular and her expectations exceed common standards. I say this as someone who has frequently rented other vacation homes without issue, and rented out my own home as well. We are respectful and careful guests, always leaving rentals in excellent condition. But, while most of our interactions were helpful and friendly, we also had some tension around a few issues. Do not expect any grace or wiggle room related to rules, and do report anything that could potentially be assessed as damage the instant you discover it. Understand that her concept of "normal wear & tear" may not match yours. And note: you must take with you at checkout any trash accumulated after the last pickup (which is totally inconvenient, kinda gross, and a little odd).

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

9 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake house

We had a wonderful time at the house. The house and the pond are fantastic and it is so close to nearby hiking and the National Park.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodolphe S., The Woodlands, TX, USA

20 July 2023

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

Great location for Acadia

The family enjoyed the perfect location to enjoy Acadia. Elizabeth is a great and responsive host that even mailed us back something we left behind. Highly recommend!

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

9 October 2022

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

Lovely cabin in peaceful Pretty Marsh

My mom and I stayed in this cabin during our Maine vacation and I would recommend it to anybody who wants a peaceful escape to a wooded place near Acadia National Park. The cabin itself was clean, with good appliances, and plenty of dishes, napkins and utensils. The best part about it is the location in the woods along the lake in Pretty Marsh. I would stay here again if I could.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

18 August 2022

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

Perfect get away

Cabin is very secluded/private. Grounds were very well maintained. Inside was very clean and comfortable. Elizabeth was very helpful and was very prompt with questions. Would definitely recommend staying here.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

terri

9 August 2022

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

Private Lovely Log Cabin on a Lake

This lovely house is built entirely of wood -- inside and out. It is located on Round Pond, a clean and clear lake. We did not see any other people or boats on the lake during our entire stay -- complete privacy. We spent hours sitting on the elevated deck looking over the lake through beautiful pine trees. The grounds were beautiful. Every night we watched the sun set over the lake. The large oval dining table with matching chairs provided plenty of room for 8 people. The kitchen was well furnished with utensils, equipment and pans. The host provided very nice linens and many absorbent towels. Although there was no A/C there were several fans -- enough for every bedroom. We appreciated the ease of using the kayaks. The lake was perfect for swimming. Several naps were taken in the large comfortable hammock. Also having a kayak and paddle board rental facility so close to the cabin was great when we wanted to take an excursion on nearby Long Pond. The cabin is perfect for 6 adults and 2 children/teenages. We created many great memories during our stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

24 July 2022

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

Enjoying the Pond

Beautiful location on Round Pond (just north of Long Pond) MT Desert Island ME. There are plenty of comfortable beds and enough cooking supplies if you want to cook your own food. Location is close to Acadia Park and Bar Harbor.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

25 June 2022

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

Lake House

Absolutely amazing lake side property. Private, gorgeous view, sweet log cabin, lake activities. Could not have been more please. Short ride to Acadia.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Gwen O.

29 August 2021

Liked: Location

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

BEWARE OF OWNER!

BEWARE! The owner is not honest, she is very difficult & she tried to intimidate & scam us! Ms. Fox asked us to sign a contract she had drawn up 24 hours before our arrival without any previous notification of the need to sign a contract. Among the clauses in the contract is the requirement to notify her within 24 hours of any damage to the house. Ms. Fox called us within 12 hours of arriving expecting a full report on “how things were”. We had not noticed anything in the short time we had been in the house. Over the next week we noticed things which we considered normal to “wear-&-tear”. Not wanting to be annoying tenants, we took care of them ourselves or ignored them without complaining, such as: 1) Shades with draw strings that were frayed; 2) A very difficult main door lock; 3) Scrapes on the hardwood floors; 4) Very dirty kitchen cabinets full of food left by former guests; 5) Dried fruit loop cereal in the couch creases & toenail clippings on the living room rug; 6) Lots of dust bunnies under all beds; 7) Refrigerator leftovers from previous guests; and 8) A trash can full of garbage upon arrival. We arrived home to find emails from Ms. Fox accusing us of damaging a $2000 Thomas Moser stool in her kitchen; photos showed a small (estimate 1/2 inch) chip on the bottom of one of the legs. We explained that no one from our family dropped or had any kind of “accident” with the stool. In her response, Ms. Fox implied that we were lying & that someone in our family "must have kicked it with hiking boots on". We explained how we treated her house with care/respect as if it were our own and, as a result, at no time did anybody wear shoes inside. We received a link for the Thomas Moser store. Ms. Fox expects you to leave the house as you found it – essentially professionally cleaned - and we explained that the napkin she accused us of taking from the kitchen was probably tucked away with ALL the sheets & towels we laundered! Ms. Fox persistently misconstrued our visit/treatment of her house in nasty emails with false statements. We worked hard to leave the house clean & she stated we left it “excessively dirty.” I also deadheaded & watered her petunias at her request & she falsely claimed that I killed them! We are not the only family to receive such treatment; read the review that Lynn G. left in July 2016. If you stay, do a full inspection & take photos of every single piece of furniture inside/out & anything u plan to use: protect yourself!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Gwen O.

29 August 2021

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

BEWARE OF OWNER!

BEWARE! The owner is not honest, she is very difficult & she tried to intimidate & scam us! Ms. Fox asked us to sign a contract she had drawn up 24 hours before our arrival without any previous notification of the need to sign a contract. Among the clauses in the contract is the requirement to notify Ms. Fox within 24 hours of any damage to the house. Ms. Fox called us within 12 hours of arriving expecting a full report on “how things were”. We had not noticed anything in the short time we had been in the house. Over the next week we noticed some things which we considered normal to “wear-&-tear”. Not wanting to be annoying tenants, we took care of them ourselves or ignored them without complaining, such as: 1) Shades with draw strings that were frayed; 2) A lock on the door that is very hard to open; 3) Scrapes on the hardwood floors; 4) Very dirty kitchen cabinets full of food left by former guests; 5) Dried fruit loop cereal in the couch creases & toenail clippings on the living room rug; 6) Lots of dust bunnies under all beds; 7) Refrigerator leftovers from previous guests; and 8) A trash can full of garbage upon arrival. We arrived home from the vacation to find emails from Ms. Fox accusing us of damaging a $2000 Thomas Moser stool in her kitchen; photos showed a small (estimate 1/4 -1/2 inch) chip on the bottom of one of the legs. We explained that no one from our family dropped or had any kind of “accident” with the stool. In her response, Ms. Fox implied that we were lying & that someone in our family “must have kicked it with hiking boots on”. We explained how we treated her house with care/respect as if it were our own and, as a result, at no time did anybody wear shoes inside. Ms. Fox expects you to leave the house as you found it – essentially professionally cleaned - and we explained that the napkin she accused us of taking from the kitchen was probably tucked away with all the sheets & towels we laundered! Ms. Fox persistently misconstrued our visit & treatment of her house in nasty emails with false statements. We worked hard to leave the house as clean as possible & she stated we left it “excessively dirty.” I also dead-headed & watered her petunias & she falsely claimed that I had killed them! We are not the only family to receive such treatment; read the review that Lynn G. left in July 2016. If you stay, do a full inspection & take photos of every single piece of furniture & anything you plan on using to protect yourself.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marlee C.

5 August 2021

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

Had an awesome time on MDI!

My family stayed here a week with another family and the house is fantastic. We loved being on the lake and having it to ourselves. The kids fished off the dock every day and we all used the kayaks. The location is great, you’re really not far from anything. We explored a lot of the island and found the Bar Harbor and Acadia area to be very busy, so we were happy to be in a bit more secluded area. There are plenty of hiking trails and water access right near the cottage. Elizabeth was a fantastic host, very responsive to questions and offered many suggestions on what to do. The house had everything we needed and more. I wish I was sitting on that back deck with my coffee right now!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

4 July 2021

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

Oasis during a heatwave

The photos can not do this wonderful cabin justice. It is a true log cabin, nestled in the woods by a large pond. The rooms are spacious and well laid out. The loft bedroom is plenty big for 2 adults, and the three other bedrooms are also spacious and delightful. No AC, but the windows are well placed for cross ventilation and, because it is nestled in the woods and by a pond, it was 10 degrees cooler than the rest of Acadia, even on the hottest heatwave days. Plus you can swim in the pond to cool off. We bought some floats at the hardware store in town and had a GREAT time! The main living are is also wonderfully laid out, and the porches delightful. Kitchen had all we needed for a house full of cooks. A+++++

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C., Randolph

5 October 2020

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

Lakeside Cabin

i stayed at this cabin for a week and it was the best cabin i ever rented. it happened to be available for another week and i immediately put my plans on hold and stayed another week. i can't wait to be back next season. James C

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

14 August 2020

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

Lovely rustic cabin for those looking to escape the city

We had a wonderful time staying at Elizabeth's cabin and would gladly return for another stay! She provided clear and active communication before our stay, including recommendations for places to get groceries and other supplies. Her home was just what we were looking for -- a no-frills cabin with ample space for me and my husband, our 1y daughter, and our parents. The house was situated on a gorgeous lake, where we basically saw no one else for the entire 9-day stay. The kitchen, while a little tight, was outfitted with all the supplies we needed to cook the entire time we were there. There was also a small charcoal grill, which we put to good work! The cabin was an easy drive to Acadia National Park, where we were able to take some Covid-friendly hikes, and Bar Harbor, where we grabbed lobster rolls to go. The one issue to be aware of is that the internet connection was unreliable and neither my husband nor I had cell service (Verizon and Google Fi), so if you need to be doing work or taking important calls, this may not be the right fit.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 July 2020

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

terrific log cabin in great location

This is a lovely rustic log cabin by a virtually private pond. The main area -- living room, kitchen, dining room -- has a terrific feel, with vaulted living room ceiling and excellent pond view from the dining room table. The outside porch, also looking out to the pond, is a great spot to work or just relax. Pond was terrific for kayaking and swimming. Location terrific for MDI activities. Only caveat is it could use a bit of sprucing up -- front door unlocks only with some effort, door to washer/dryer area needs fixing, a few other things like that. But overall it's really a hidden away gem! Owner was very communicative.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

30 July 2019

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

Wonderful cabin and location!

We returned because we love the island and the cabin--the site is magical!

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

18 August 2018

The true feeling of Maine

We first stayed at this beautiful log house last year, and we enjoyed it so much we returned this summer. The house is lovely and comfortable; surrounded by trees and overlooking Round Pond, it has plenty of space for relaxation and quiet contemplation, but it's also a great place for cooking and sharing meals, conversation, inhaling the pine-scented air, enjoying the cool breezes off the pond, and listening to the loons. Bar Harbor is a 15-minute drive away, along with the more popular trails in Acadia, but if you prefer to avoid the crowds the trails on the quiet side of the island are excellent and much less frequented. Elizabeth, the owner, is very responsive and called the second day of our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. A quintessential Maine experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

31 July 2018

Lovely secluded comfortable

We loved the house, the pond, the setting. Had everything we needed. Amazing to share the pond only with a loon, bald eagles and turtles. No other houses. Convenient to get around. The owner was accessible and accommodating. It will be my first choice of houses the next time I go to MDI.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

5 September 2017

What a gem!

What a wonderful vacation spot! The house is both beautiful and comfortable and sits on its own small lake. There is a large deck overlooking the lake and another on the back of the house. We did lots of cooking, eating, swimming, reading, hanging out at the house and lots of hiking, kayaking, bicycling away from the house. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and all 5 of us wanted to stay longer! We are definitely looking forward to coming back!! Thanks, Elizabeth.

Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

13 August 2017

Perfect Cabin to Experience Acadia

We had a wonderful stay in this well equipped, very clean and comfortable cabin. Highly recommend this rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

1 August 2017

True Retreat Gem

My husband and I spent two weeks at this cabin. It is a log cabin with all amenities of a four bedroom home. Very spacious and comfortable, surrounded by old trees on a bank of a secluded pond. When not in the national park, we spent our days on a front porch overlooking sunset sparkles at a water surface. The porch had just the right amount of sun/shade and there was a very slight breeze ensuring a mosquito-free ambient.The kitchen was sufficiently equipped to make simple meals. Local farm and the markets were a good source of fresh produce, and the park attractions were near by. We appreciated not to be in the middle of a touristy area and welcomed the peace of the cabin setting upon our return from the park. The mooring is just the right height to get in and out of a kayak/canoe which are available on the property. So tranquil; only the occasional call of a loon or chattering of a squirrel to break the silence.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Lynn G.

6 September 2016

BEWARE!!! Terrible experience!!!

On the surface this looks like a lovely cabin on a quiet pond on MDI. My family & I were very excited about our Maine vacation & stay at the Cabin. Unfortunately, it could not have gone more wrong!! We are still offended and scarred from the terrible treatment by the owner Elizabeth. We are wrongly accused of putting a burn mark on the deck. Since we only ate breakfast at the house and never used the BBQ there was no way we caused the burn on the deck. Elizabeth harassed us with accusations and even dug through our garbage looking for evidence. All she found was cooked vegetables which she claimed could not be breakfast food. We even sent her a photo of the eggs and vegetables in the pan they were cooked in to defend ourselves. Elizabeth lives in Boston had not been to the house in weeks after many other renters used the house. She came right after we left (a day early) because we reported a broken washing machine with a door that did not close and suds that poured all over the floor that we needed to clean up. Elizabeth clearly does not have the comprehensive check in / check out procedure so you are greatly at risk of being charged for something that a previous renter caused. The contract states that if you do not report something that it wrong with the house within twenty four hrs she can keep your entire deposit. The burn mark was there when we arrived and we assumed it was a part of the rustic cabin. If we make a list of all of the flaws of the cabin it would have been a very long list (dirty bedspreads, dangerous tall step to enter, holes in the screens, rugs without pads & my elderly mother slipped & took a hard fall, very dated kitchen). We were just trying to make due & not complain to her about all of the things that were wrong. How were we suppose to know that the burn mark wasn't just part of the cabin? My brother joined for 4 nights at the last minute so we had one more guest (total of 6 adults and 1 child, still under the 8 person capacity). We offered to pay for the extra person. Instead she took our entire deposit!!! She offered to give us a small part of the deposit back to cover for the fact that there were no bedspread covers on any of the dirty blankets (after accusing us of taking the covers but then later finding them folded in the closet). Elizabeth withdrew offer and took our entire deposit. Taking our entire despite to pay for deck repairs that we did not cause is morally wrong! Terrible! Caused us grief! Avoid cabin!!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christine R.

8 November 2015

Rustic cabin in a peaceful setting

Rustic and charming are the best words to describe this log cabin. Although the western view was slightly obstructed by trees, the side deck was the best place to watch the sunset and relax with a glass of wine. The cabin does not have cable tv - and the wi-fi connection was spotty at best- but there was a good selection of books & games provided by the owner. The weather was awesome the first week of September, days were warm enough but not too hot. Evenings got chilly - we lit the wood-burning fireplace the last night. Unfortunately, there was no outdoor fire pit....the night sky on MDI was awesome and we would've loved to be able to sit around the fire and look at the stars. The house's biggest drawback was the kitchen. Granted, we had two chefs in our party. However, they had a hard time making due with the outdated appliances, pots, & pans. For a group that plans on eating out a lot, this may not be a big deal - however we had dinner in most nights. The owner was very nice - despite some initial confusion on our reservation (which was straightened out with plenty of time to spare). She left a lot of brochures and recommendations and called to check on us the first night. Overall, we had a great week and are grateful that she was willing to share her house with us.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

2 September 2015

Peaceful, Comfortable Getaway Right on MDI

This lovely log home is ideally situated far back from the road on a PRISTINE, seemingly 100% private pond and undeveloped (but for the house) property. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the echoing call of loons. Each day, we had a hard time leaving to enjoy the rest of what MDI has to offer because this place offered such comfort and serenity. The home itself is roomy enough and can accommodate a family - maybe two depending upon ages and number of kids. The small dock is just the right level and size for launching/landing kayaks and canoes. Although we brought our own kayaks, the house does have kayaks and a canoe as well as other water toys in the basement (accessed from doors outside). Fishing rods too! The pond is flat-out gorgeous and appears to be a natural part of the island's landscape/ecosystem -- marshy areas, beaver huts and all! Deer watched from the shadows of the serene woods as I paddled along an unspoiled shoreline opposite the house :) Our experience renting was simple and flawless with great communication from the owner (no manager or agent involved here). Being in town during our arrival, the owner welcomed us personally when we had an initial need and was hospitable to a fault! And, when we encountered a minor plumbing issue, it was addressed and fixed immediately without any inconvenience to us. As for the location, you can't get any better insofar as having what feels like a place in the deep Maine wilderness yet being just a few short miles from the most desirable spots on MDI. Lovely place, lovely experience; We have our sights on coming back next year!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shari P.

6 August 2015

Perfect Maine cabin getaway

The Pretty Marsh Cabin was a perfect retreat. The photos in the VRBO post are accurate but do not tell the entire story. If you rent the Pretty Marsh Cabin, you essentially have your own private lake. There appears to be only one other home on the lake, and it didn't seem to have a dock. This means that you can canoe, standup paddle, or kayak without motor boats or anyone else for that matter. It is just you and nature on this large and beautiful lake! I was out on the lake and I saw bald eagles, many ducks and babies, and I had them all to myself! There is only National Park lands across the lake. It was heaven! The house itself is extremely well appointed. You don't need any guidebooks or maps, as they are all there. The beds were comfortable and the kids were extremely happy with the cabin. Fishing rods were supplied! The towels were wonderful. We highly recommend the Pretty Marsh cabin for your Maine getaway!

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Fox

Why they chose this property

Seclusion, being surrounded by nature, the only home on the pond with electricity (camp without electricity is set far up, out of view, seldom used). Tasteful furnishings.

What makes this property unique

Peace, quiet, beauty, access to National Park without being hurried, private waterfront property.

Languages:

English, French

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