House vacation rentals in Mount Desert

Me and my friends loved this BNB!! The hot tub was amazing and the pool was an awesome addition. Instructions were clear and even called to walk me through everything. Plenty of places to sleep and loads of places to go!

The house was perfect for us. Very clean and organized. Great host always responded in a timely manner. Was only about a 30 to 40 minute drive to Acadia National Park & Bar harbor, depending on traffic it could take longer. If we ever make it back to Maine I would definitely stay at the Higgins Retreat again. Thanks again Richard & Tina.

Thank you Christina! Great weekend stay for UMaine graduation. Great location from campus and stores for the things we forgot (haha).

This was one of the most memorable places I have ever lived at! The property is huge, well maintained and just a perfect getaway spot with the right amount of amenities. Will definitely recommend this place 10/10 to anyone visiting Acadia National Park.

We had a wonderful stay at John’s place, house was clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed for a month stay. Private and beautiful surroundings, responsive and friendly host, and a great location to explore Maine and the upper east coast. Memories to last a lifetime! Would recommend anyone wanting to enjoy to coast of Maine to stay here and have a great time, so much to see and do. Thanks for sharing your home with us!

My return visit to the Boathouse was even lovelier than I hoped it would be. The location can't be matched by anything else I've seen. I enjoyed a September visit with my dog and was lucky to have pristine weather. I lived a very simple and healthy outdoors life and came home the better for it. The Boathouse is true to its description: it is simple and rustic and uncomplicated but well-equipped, and is perfect for one-and-dog, or for two people. A little coming-and-going from the neighboring houses meant that I didn't feel isolated. Margaret is truly an exceptional and friendly host who communicates promptly and clearly. I almost hesitate to share "my" Boathouse location with too many of my back-home friends because it feels so intimate and special. I already want to be back there. I offer my deep thanks to Margaret and to the place that I could - briefly - call home.

If you’re looking to stay in Bar Harbor, this is the place! We felt very at home during our 1 week stay and walking to and from downtown Bar Harbor was easy and accessible. The house is also a 8 minute walk to the nearest grocery store so cooking your own home made meal was simple. We would definitely recommend this place to our friends and family and would stay here again!

We had the most amazing week at Adam and Lauren’s place! I truly cannot say enough about how wonderful it was. The house was and cozy inviting- we felt right at home. And it had absolutely everything we could have possibly needed. All of the furniture was incredibly comfortable, and we slept amazingly in the king sized bed. But what made this place shine was the outdoor space. First, it is nice and private, separated from all the neighbors by trees/patches of woods. But beyond the privacy, the hosts have put so much attention into making it outstanding with all the amenities you could want on vacation- an amazing hot tub, a lovely little lounge space, a tent to get out of the sun or rain, a grilling area, AND a pool?! PLUS a separate, fully fenced space for dogs?? AND THEN it’s only 20 min to Bar Harbor?! It’s got it all. Truly. If you are considering booking this place, do not hesitate for one second. It is the PERFECT Acadia getaway. And Adam and Lauren are great, attentive hosts!

If you're looking for a bt of peace and solitude, away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor this is the place! We thoroughly enjoyed the authentic feel of this multi-level house with decks and a screened porch overlooking the MDI narrows. Bald eagles, loons, gray and harbor seals and porpoises kept us entertained in he evening off of the shared dock space. Bar Harbor was a quick drive away for dinner and ice cream, and plenty of hiking to be had in the park during the daytime. We couldn't have been happier with the house and how quiet and relaxing we found it to be.

So many great things to stay about this fantastic Airbnb: amazing location, gorgeous backyard, everything was clean and neat. The hosts had excellent communication and were responsive as questions came up. They had great recommendations for supermarkets, hikes, local restaurants. There were so many little things that showed attention to detail: sound machines in every room, jewelry bowls on nightstands, good quality cosmetics, detergent for the washing machine, etc. The house has 3 bedrooms: all the linens were clean and neat. The one thing to keep in mind is that the third bedroom was smaller and had less space than the other two with no furniture - this would be perfect for a family with kids but was not ideal for 3 friends traveling since not all the bedrooms were exactly equitable. Overall, we had an amazing experience - it was such a pleasure to stay there.

We had a wonderful stay at this Southwest Harbor rental! The owners were welcoming, thoughtful, and responsive. The home met our needs and we had everything we needed. One thing to note is the laundry is in the basement so if you have mobility issues that could be an issue but the machines worked well and it’s always nice to be able to have clean laundry on a trip. One of our favorite things about this home was the giant tv and comfortable seating for movie nights after exploring the area all day. I would recommend this rental if you are interested in staying in a quiet and comfortable home on your trip to area!

We had a very pleasant experience. We appreciated the topographical map of Acadia, and the guidebook for hikes within the park. The insulated lunch box and freezer packs were also very helpful!

This lodging was exactly what our family wanted for our time on Mt. Desert Island. With 4 upstairs bedrooms it provides plenty of private space & the open living room & well-stocked kitchen allows for a spacious, comfortable time together. The books, games & game room are a bonus! It is well shaded keeping the house cool on warm days. The location on SW Harbor means it is a quiet experience but also has cafes & shops within walking distance ~ Beals Lobster, Clark Point Cafe, Little Notch, Acadia Quiet Side Shop, Rodick's. We recommend the following walks/hikes nearby : Acadia Mtn, Flying Mtn, St. Saveur Mtn, Wonderland, Ship's Harbor, Bass Harbor Head Light, Great Pond, Charlotte Rhoades Garden, Wendell Gilley Museum. On into Bar Habor we recommend driving up Cadillac Mtn, hiking Gorham Mtn, Ocean Path, Gorge Path, Sand Bar & Island, Jordan Pond. The hosts provided frequent & clear communication and we will happily consider staying here again if it meets our travel needs.

Everything was clean and just what I expected from the listing. It was a great location in relation to Acadia National Park. We enjoyed staying in more secluded spot, but we could easily drive into the busier Bar Harbor area. I highly recommend staying at Hannah’s place!

Slice of heaven indeed! I had such a wonderful stay with my pets. It was perfectly located to get to hikes and town, but still enjoy some peace and quiet. Loved the fenced in yard and all the dog friendly touches 🫶🏻 Will absolutely stay again in the future

This house was amazing—hosts really have thought of everything when it comes to guest experience! Kayaking out to the tiny islands in the bay a couple times allowed us to see horseshoe crabs and bald eagles up close. The fire pit was great and the “s’mores station” with supplies in the kitchen upon arrival was so cute and thoughtful. Our three kids loved this place and didn’t want to leave at the end of the week. Our boys especially loved the lower level game room with ping-pong, arcade games, and pop-a-shot. The kids also loved reading on the sofa in the upstairs loft overlooking the kitchen. The kitchen is well stocked and we cooked dinner there a couple times during the week. The hosts gave great local recommendations as well—the craft beer at Fogtown Brewing in Ellsworth (less than 15-min. drive) is excellent, and it is very kid-friendly with a large outdoor eating area and wood-fired pizza. We’d love to return to this house! Mosquitoes are fierce so bring bug repellent.

If I could compare this airbnb to an NBA player it would be Lebron Raymone James

On the quiet side of the island which we appreciated. There were enough good food options which was great. Would recommend highly to those seeking quiet, privacy, yet easy access to the park.

Megan’s house is in a quiet, lovely area of MDI with easy access to restaurants and coffee shops of Southwest Harbor. The rest of MDI is also easily accessible. The house is lovely.

Erica was SO accommodating and helpful. She responded extremely quick anytime we messaged and gave us tips and recommendations. Her home is adorable and we really enjoyed being there. It had everything we needed! Only thing to note is that while her place is 20 minutes from Acadia’s entrance it is a big park so anytime we were going to a hike it did take more like 40 minutes to get to it, just worth a mention! Highly recommend her place!

Rick and Karens place was an absolutely beautiful relaxing getaway. It was a perfect central point to all we had planned for the weekend. It was so peaceful, we had the chance to see a few very nice deer right out front as we watched the sunrise. I would highly recrecommend anyone to take advantage of this space. The house was spotless and provided anything you could need for a very relaxing getaway. I look foreward to returning.

Bendigo and Jenni were great hosts from the start. They communicated before we arrived and checked in with us regularly throughout our stay to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Their house is beautiful and looks just like the photos. Every room was meticulously clean and so lovely. The location is very private and peaceful. After a day of hiking and sightseeing it felt like coming home each evening. We would definitely book again with Bendigo and Jenni on our future trips to MDI.

Beautiful, peaceful home on the quiet side of Acadia. Our hosts were super nice, incredibly responsive, and provided great recommendations for local restaurants and entertainment. I would highly recommend Tremont; it was an amazing respite in the midst of a busy life.

This was probably the most beautiful Airbnb we ever stayed in. The house is simply fantastic, everything felt new with extremely tasteful interior design. We loved the natural light in the house and the beautiful and quiet patio and backyard. The location was great, too: away from the busy Bar Harbor area but close enough to get everywhere within a shot car ride. Catherine was extremely responsive and had lots of great recommendations. We wish we could have stayed longer and hope to be able tor return soon!