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9.2

Wonderful

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Ocean view

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Tremont, ME

Acadia National Park5 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center17 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)19 min drive
Cadillac Mountain31 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

All aspects of this rental are amazing. Private property with a couple other larger cottages, shared dock, kayaks, and r...

Christopher L.

Jul 13, 2022

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Booking weekly mid June thru mid-October NOW AVAIL FOR BOOKING

REQUESTS FOR 2024 CAN BE MADE NOW.
WE ACCEPT weekly and multi-week RESERVATIONS only, Sat-Sat.
We do have a no-pet policy for guest tenants.

The Boat House is one of 4 cottages available to rent on this large waterfront property.
Cozy studio with a small kitchen, full bath, and deck right on the ocean
This one-room studio used to be a storage structure for rowboats and other sailing equipment. We're not kidding when we say this cottage is RIGHT on the water! It was built back in the 1950's before modern zoning laws required homes to be built farther back from the shoreline.

The kitchen is creatively functional. Single burner unit, electric fry pan, large toaster oven, mini microwave, large dorm-style fridge, and deck side BBQ make this a great space for easy-peasy cooks. Coffee & tea kettle included.

Other cottages on this property include:
Barnacle (sleeps 4), Rabbit Hole (sleeps 4-5), & Popover (2-4)

Thank you. Find us on the search Acadia Cottages Barnacle Landing

We rent Saturday to Saturday, only!

We would love to secure your vacation time on MDI here at Barnacle Landing. The VRBO connections have been wonderful and everyone has expressed their wonder and amazement at our best-kept secret, the cottages on the bay. Renters are still saying this place 'exceeds expectations'. What else can we say? Come see for yourselves.

This family-run property offers quiet respite steps from Acadia National Park. The cottages are kid-friendly and have great decks for sunsets, b-b-qs, and playing. (Sorry, no pets) The surrounding woods are nature's masterpiece quintessential Maine. There is lots more we offer, email me for details of Barnacle Landing, on the WESTSIDE of MDI off Tremont Road.

The property is 1500 feet of shoreline and the cove proves to be a great place to explore Maine marine life and geology. Nearby, Pretty Marsh is chock full of places to explore in our kayaks and rowboats. The harbor is home to seals, porpoises, great blue heron, osprey, and frequent eagles. Fishing and crabbing are always a great way to spend your time.

If you like to swim in the ocean, there are ladders at the dock and a gravel beach to wander in and out of the waves. Of course, there are warmer ponds and lakes very nearby, too.

The 40 acres surrounding the cottages are full of woodsy pathways and mossy areas for exploring. There are mussels to collect at low tide and you can steam your own lobsters on the deck of your house. And, SUNSET is an amazing feature here on the west side of Mount Desert Island.

Keywords: oceanfront, cabin, camp, sunset view, rocky beachfront, Acadia National Park

Property manager

Sheila Eddison

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Dappled shade and flower gardens add to the relaxed comfort of this cabin.

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

King bed here only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Family may be in residence with pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Outside Fires

We are CLEAN but not pet allergin free

No pets allowed! Owners may have leashed pets on premise.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seal Cove

Located in Seal Cove, this cottage is by the ocean. 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. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting.

Tremont, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
Echo Lake Beach - 16 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 17 min drive
Village Green - 22 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬9 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬19 min drive
‪Colonel's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬13 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Booking weekly mid June thru mid-October NOW AVAIL FOR BOOKING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Booking weekly mid June thru mid-October NOW AVAIL FOR BOOKING ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Booking weekly mid June thru mid-October NOW AVAIL FOR BOOKING ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Booking weekly mid June thru mid-October NOW AVAIL FOR BOOKING located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

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10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

13 July 2022

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

Perfect serene cove-front boathouse for two

All aspects of this rental are amazing. Private property with a couple other larger cottages, shared dock, kayaks, and row boat. Mornings are silent except for nature, cove is like glass, just breathtaking. Perfect for couple getaway, or for in-laws along with adjacent rentals. Would definitely rent again. Great experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

17 Oct 2021

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

Greater than great

It's exactly what we were hoping for when planning our honeymoon. A week of quiet, time in nature, and slow/adventurous days. The boathouse was more than what we hoped for. We arrived after dark, so we woke to a stunning view over the water. After a day of exploring the island, we were welcomed home with a pink sky. The sunsets are bonkers here! A bald eagle swooped by a couple times too! Sheila and Dave are top notch. We city folks locked ourselves out twice and they happily helped, knowing that locking the door wasn't necessary. They are kind, the place is beautiful, and access to Acadia was easy. The kitchen area is small, but we grilled each night and had the perfect amount of space for storing food for the week. (If you're seeing the sunrise on Cadillac, I suggest leaving the cabin 1.5-2 hrs before sunrise to get a good spot if you like to get places early; 1-1.5 hrs if you like to show up right as things are happening.) Enjoy! We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Laura O.

6 Sept 2021

Liked: Location

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Minimalist cottage steps from the ocean

Communication between Sheila and I was terrible. I had to message her 12 hours before our planned leaving time to get the address and other information. She then informed me she sent me multiple emails, from her personal email, informing us we needed to either be vaccinated or have a new covid test before coming. Since she decided to contact me with her personal email instead of Vrbo those went directly to my spam. With such short notice and her never deciding to further try to contact me through this site or my phone number, we settled on us being able to stay but to not have any use of the kayaks or dock. We made it work by bringing our own kayaks down but it was a bummer especially since the posting made it seem like the dock would be for our personal use and not a shared part of the property. Upon arriving we went down a single lane driveway to arrive at the cottage that was surrounded by three other cabins that aren't pictured at all in the listing. There was no separate parking for our cottage, it was simply a narrow stone loop driveway that was shared with the two other cabins, making it difficult to drive around. There were dirty dishes in the cupboards and the grill left on the deck was dirty and didn't work. However, David was great and was sure to help us with that issue immediately, by supplying a new grill the next day. The location itself was very convenient. It was directly on the ocean and we were able to go down and see crabs, starfish and heard seals at night. It was 25 minutes from all major attractions and was definitely on the quiestside of the island, which we enjoyed. However, it was not the secluded cottage we were hoping for and that the listing made it seem.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

4 Oct 2020

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

Waterfront rental on Quietside of Acadia

Small, but comfortable rental for 2 on the water on the "Quietside" of Acadia. If you like nature and being away from the crowds on Ocean Drive, and Bar Harbor with charming Southwest Harbor only 20 min. away, check this place out for next season.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jesse K.

5 Oct 2019

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

Boathouse on Seal Cove

The property was even more beautiful than described! We had everything we needed in a very well organized space. The view was incredible.! The sunsets from our cabin were amazing. It was so peaceful and relaxing. Shelia was a perfect hostess. Hope we get a “ do over” on this fantastic experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

24 Sept 2019

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

Can't wait to return!

What a gorgeous property! We were so relaxed during our visit. It was everything we hoped it would be and convenient to the other activities on the island.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

martin b.

26 Aug 2019

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

We enjoyed our stay, the lodging was adequate.

Very good property.

8/10 Good

Michael H., Street

15 Oct 2018

A perfect couple's retreat.

The Boat House is a great place to get away. Nestled on a lovely cove on the quiet side of the Mount Desert Island, the sunsets here are spectacular.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

21 Sept 2018

Boat House on Mount Desert Island, Maine

Great views, quiet and relaxing. Minutes from hiking trails and and lakes.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

John and Maria C.

21 Aug 2018

The Boat House & Acadia

Absolutely beautiful & peaceful trip to Acadia National Park. Our stay at the Boathouse on the quiet side of Mt. Desert Island was extremely comfortable and highly relaxing. A sanctuary to come back to after a days adventure hiking, biking, kayaking & paddle boarding. David & Sheila are wonderful hosts and people....a very special place...

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

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10/10 Excellent

David V.

24 June 2018

Outstanding geraway

What a great place to stay! The peacefulness of this cottage is second to none. The view of the water rivals any on the island, and access to all of the islands features is nearby. We loved our stay and absolutely would return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sheila Eddison

We are a family owned camp on Blue Hill Bay with 4 cottages. David & Sheila live and work year-round on the property on MDI.

What makes this property unique

Oh, it's unique all right. Quintessential Maine is how we like to view it. We keep things clean and in amazing condition for the age of the buildings and property. Our pride and effort can be seen from the first walk thru. Come, stay- tell us what you think, too!