True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park
7 min drive
Long Pond
9 min drive
Bubble Rock
14 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
11 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

True North is a private 20 +/- acre, beautifully landscaped hidden retreat on the quiet side of Bar Harbor and is centrally located on Mount Desert Island making it easy to choose a different island destination each day! True North is within walking distance to Blagdon Preserve which has beautiful walking trails that lead to the ocean with beaches to explore, picnic areas and a chance to see Maine wildlife such as seals, eagles, osprey, deer and much more! Long Pond is a 5 minute car ride for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding all of which can be rented at Pond's End via National Park Canoe & Kayak Rentals. Family fun at Somes Pond, Echo Lake beach and Beach Cliff Mountain hiking trails are approximately a 5 minute drive. Acadia National Park entrances, in Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor are all a 10 minute drive due to our central location. True North has a big game room and acres of land to explore and play outdoor sports. Let your kids run free while you relax after a busy day of exploring and end your days by the campfire enjoying the privacy of what True North has to offer!

Property manager

Stephanie Fountaine

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 7 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 19 min drive
Village Green - 20 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 28 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
‪The Beacon Bar An - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor holiday home is located by the ocean, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Atlantic Brewing Company, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Long Pond and Seal Cove Pond. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

sara c.

27 Sept 2024

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

Quiet and lovely

Tons of room for everyone. Could make our own lobster, so yes the kitchen is fully stocked. The basement is great for a raining day. Steph was easy to communicate with.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

15 Sept 2024

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

Excellent place to stay

This was on of the best VRBO rentals we ever used. House was conveniently located on 20 acres of great forest, very quiet, close to Acadia park and many local attractions. For 6 adults it was just perfect, 3 large bedrooms, very clean, kitchen had everything we needed ( I mean everything! - special thank you!). Very comfortable beds! Basement with many activities! After long hikes in Acadia it was very nice to cook home dinner and enjoy a cup of tea on the deck and a good movie with friends. Stephanie is great host, she responded to all my questions, right away, and we did follow many of her recommendations with great success. So, we had a dream vacation mostly because of this great property and Stephanie.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

27 Aug 2024

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

Home Away From Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay at True North! The house is just lovely and had everything we needed! The kitchen was well equipped, the beds were comfy and there was so much there to do that we could have just stayed in all week! There were so many toys and games for the kids and the adults. We really enjoyed the air hockey, pool and ping pong tables! We also enjoyed the fire pit and short nature trail in the backyard. In addition to the house being just perfect, Stephanie was an incredible host! She was so kind and helpful from sharing tips on things to do/see in the area to leaving a little welcome gift for us upon arrival. She, by far, is the best host we have ever had! Thank you Stephanie and family for sharing True North with us! We had a WONDERFUL stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

18 Aug 2024

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

True North

Great location to everything that we wanted to do on the island. Clean and well maintained property!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

12 Aug 2024

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Great Property

True North was the perfect location for us to explore all parts of MDI! The property was well stocked and had plenty of room for the seven of us. The property manager was very easy to communicate with and very responsive. We would definitely stay again if we came back to the area!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

30 July 2024

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

True North

Our stay at True North was wonderful! Everything we needed was available and home was very clean, well stocked, and extras provided. This included firewood for campfire, snacks, and all kinds of games. Communication with Stephanie was prompt and easy. Wonderful private setting and very peaceful! Thank you for everything Stephanie!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

23 July 2024

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True north

Awesome owner and house more than we thought!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

13 July 2024

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True North is truly amazing!

Our stay at True North was one of the best stays we have ever had in Maine (and we’ve been coming to Maine for our whole lives)! Every detail was impeccable! Thanks Stephanie for sharing your wonderful family home with us, we had an outstanding time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

9 July 2024

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Family Vacation

Wonderful in every sense, location was fantastic. House was beautiful and had every commodity one needs. We were very comfortable and would recommend True North 100 times over. Hope we can return in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn w.

30 June 2024

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Amazing house with quiet atmosphere

Our family spent a week in Maine and we LOVED the house. With the house being set back off the road and in a quiet area it was exactly what we were looking for, but it was also close enough to all activities in Acadia that we weren't spending our whole vacation drivig. The house was especially well furnished and supllied with all the little things like garbage bags, toilet paper, Ziploc bags, camp chairs, fire wood etc that just makes it nice to not have to worry about it. Stephanie was also a great host providing a welcome gift (we love SMORES) and a packet of information including tips for Acadia and the surrounding areas as well as places to eat. It was and amazing property for our vacation and I would highly recommend to anyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

25 June 2024

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Loved True North

Loved True North, everything was charming, clean, and well stocked. Played a few games of pool in the game room and used the grill to boil lobsters from the co op. The home is also back in the woods off the main road a bit which isn't obvious from the pictures, and the extra privacy was a nice surprise.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamla M.

17 June 2024

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Great place in the woods

This home was nestled into the woods away from the road and anybody else. Very quiet and picturesque. The house was very clean and spacious. The game room was fun and well maintained. The host also provided all sorts of amenities including everything to have a fire in the fire ring. I would highly recommend staying here. Only downside is almost everything on the island is at least 20 minutes away.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 June 2024

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Peaceful & Perfect

People often indicate that their rentals have everything you will need, but we always know that cannot be true. At True North, it was as if we were staying with family, in the sense that all of our needs were anticipated with loving thoughtfulness. Sunscreen and aloe (thankfully we didn't need the latter because we took advantage of the former!), band aids and first aid kit, flashlights, binoculars, puzzles, games, wood for the fire pit, gas grill, tons of cozy towels, a nice variety of spices, and very thoughtful welcome gifts. This is on top of the fact that the well-situated property is on 20+ acres of quiet, wooded land with an unbelievable starry sky above. It is walking distance to a Nature Conservancy preserve and beachfront, and about 10-15 minutes from everything else. We just loved our stay here. We had the misfortune of getting locked out on our first night and I messaged Stephanie through the VRBO app at 9:45pm and she wrote me right back and was there with a key less than 5 minutes later. She is so kind and lovely. I recommend this property absolutely and cannot wait to return myself.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

21 Oct 2023

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Fun fall vacation on MDI.

We enjoyed our stay at True North! The house had everything we needed for a comfortable family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

17 Oct 2023

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Fall Break Vacation

Great trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

10 Oct 2023

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True North

True North is a special place for our family. We loved making memories in the house and around the property on the 20 acres. There are trails a few minutes down the road that are also peaceful. This is the closest we stayed to a NP so it made it so much more convenient to us since we planned our trip around that alone. Bar harbor and surrounding towns were also nice in proximity to the house which made it easier for short drives for exploring. The details in the listing were right onpoint with what we experienced during our stay. Our kids loved the game room and all the toys made them feel right at home. We cant wait to visit again in the near future. Thank you again Stephanie and family for sharing your home with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

1 Oct 2023

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Thoughtful Accommodations and Peaceful Setting

We loved our recent stay at True North. Stephanie and her family have provided a truly wonderful home to relax in with family and/or friends. Our group included the full age range from children to mature adults. We all had fun playing the games in the basement, cooking meals together in the well-appointed kitchen, and relaxing in the several living spaces after a long day of hiking. The home is convenient to all points on and off the island. Stephanie has provided pretty much everything you could need to truly enjoy your vacation. Just bring your own shower supplies and food, and she has provided the rest. We would have loved to stay longer and will definitely be recommending the home to others.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff L.

19 Sept 2023

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Private and quiet

Clean, well appointed, lots of privacy, very quiet. Basement game center is lots of fun and Stephanie is great

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara O.

16 Sept 2023

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Lovely Place

It was great staying at True North. It's clean, spacious, and comfortable. (It feels like you are staying at your home instead of a vacation rental.) It is in a quiet, woodsy area with a nice backyard, away from the bustle of tourists. Stephanie is nice, helpful, and accessible. If my family and I are able to visit MDI again, we would be happy to stay at True North.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari P., Indianapolis, IN

2 Sept 2023

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Best House EVER!

Stephanie’s property was amazing! We needed a week of rest and relaxation and that is exactly what we got. The property is exactly as described. The game room was amazing and my husband and I had a blast playing the games when our toddler when to sleep. The house felt like home and had everything we could have asked for on our trip to Maine and Acadia NP. The backyard was serene and we found one of our favorite hikes just down the road. For me, the appliances were also a huge selling point. Everything was state of the art! Beds were extremely comfortable and there were plenty of blankets and pillows in every room. Stephanie also left treats for our little one and some for the adults. She was easy to contact and we could not have asked for a better trip! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine G.

27 Aug 2023

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Wonderful stay in Maine

The property was wonderful -- roomy, surrounded by woods, convenient to anything you wanted to do on the island. We took hikes on both sides of the island with some satisfying vertical stretches and great views. Great lobster was available on the quiet side. It was always pleasant to return to our special secluded home at the end of an active day.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

22 Aug 2023

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Everything we Needed

We loved our stay at True North! When we arrived we notice right away how clean everything was. Also, the house has everything you need for your stay from paper towels to beach towels. I really appreciated not having to pack those extra things. Our boys LOVED the basement. Instead of being on their devices between hikes and different adventures, they were playing pool or ping pong together! We all agreed it was a fantastic house.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon l.

12 Aug 2023

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Great stay!

This property was great. Lots of room and very clean. Close to everything we wanted to do. Beds were comfortable and the house was fully stocked! We definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magali S.

2 Aug 2023

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Awesome house close to a beautiful national park

We enjoyed every bit of our stay in this house. It is clean and convenient, with an awesome basement full of games that the kids loved. Well stocked and even a nice welcome gift. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin N.

18 July 2023

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Wonderful Bar Harbor Location

We had a wonderful stay. Very peaceful and beautiful setting. The house was well stocked and the owner was a joy to work with. Everyone enjoyed the basement playroom with the pool table, air hockey, and ping pong table. She even left all the fixings for S'mores for the kids. I would definitely recommend this location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Fountaine

I was born and raised in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. I am a 20 year paralegal and office manager for my husband's business Bar Harbor Building Contractor's, LLC. I have been in the weekly rental business for over 15 years. I am a devoted mother to a wonderful 11 year old boy and 17 year old niece. We travel frequently and rent weekly rentals so I understand what people need and want in a rental home.

Why they chose this property

True North is located on historic Richardson family land that has been passed through many generations and has stayed within the family. It is a private 20 acre retreat allowing you and your family plenty of space to enjoy your vacation! We have a sun room, patio, balcony, game room, fire pit, horse shoes and outdoor playhouse. True North is within walking distance to a beautiful preserve providing hiking trails, picnic area, and beaches to explore the Maine coast and more.

What makes this property unique

We are located on the "quiet side" of Bar Harbor, within walking distance to the ocean and less than 5 miles to Long Pond and Echo Lake that provide canoeing and kayaking. True North is centrally located and less than a 10 minute drive to in town Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor. Acadia National Park entrance is less than a 10 minute drive and Beech Cliff Mountain is 5 minutes from True North. We are 5 minutes from Atlantic Brewing Company where you can enjoy a tour and see how they make Island brewed beer and wine. You are encouraged to bring your bikes and ride on the beautiful carriage trails and enjoy a lobster at one of the three lobster pounds within a 5 minute drive.