The Pond House At The Farm

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9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Gouldsboro, ME

Bartlett Maine Estate Winery5 min drive
Schoodic Peninsula21 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)37 min drive
Acadia National Park59 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Pond House, built in the 1800’s, carefully maintained by its current owners creates a comfortable, affordable, rustic summer cottage. Many original features remain, including rough hewn beams and oak floors. This is an ideal family rental with lots of indoor and outdoor space to explore or relax.. The house is 100% solar powered. We have a Tesla charging station, free of charge.

The Pond House at the Farm accommodates 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 children. In some cases an extra person can be accommodated for a fee. Please inquire.

The oversized kitchen and kitchen island make meal prep convenient, and the large farm table easily accommodates five people. The living room/parlor comfortably seats the entire family and guests. Enjoy the sea breezes on the screened in porch leading out from the living room overlooking the farm pond.

Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms and a bathroom. One bedroom has a double bed, one has two twin beds, and one has a queen and a twin bed.

Take a walk to the water's edge, sit under the gazebo and relax, or watch the children at play on the swings. There’s always lots of peace and quiet around the Pond House.

If you would like to explore the small fishing villages on Schoodic Peninsula, take a drive to the National Park loop road just a few miles from the farm. There are hiking and biking trails at the Park, and lots of fun rock hopping on the point. Or travel up Route 1 and explore the small unspoiled harbor villages of “Downeast Maine”.

Perhaps you would enjoy taking the local ferry to Bar Harbor, where it’s likely you will see dolphins, eagles, seals, and a lighthouse on the way. Explore Bar Harbor and Mt Desert Island, visit the galleries and gift shops there, and return to a fresh fish or lobster dinner purchased right on the dock.

The Pond House will provide memories for years to come of your wonderful Maine vacation!

** Please note ** the cancellation policy; if you think you may need to cancel, we recommend you look into travel insurance through Vrbo. https://www.vrbo.com/l/travel-with-confidence

Property manager

Christine

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 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

This property uses solar energy

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gouldsboro

Located in Gouldsboro, this farm stay is by the sea. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Village Green and Cadillac Mountain. College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum 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.

Gouldsboro, ME

What's nearby

Bartlett Maine Estate Winery - 5 min drive
Schoodic Peninsula - 21 min drive
Acadia National Park - 59 min drive
Village Green - 63 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 63 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬16 min drive
‪Chase's Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
‪The Bakery - ‬19 min drive
‪Me & Ben's Dairy Creme - ‬16 min drive
‪J.M. Gerrish Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pond House At The Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pond House At The Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pond House At The Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pond House At The Farm located?

Situated by the sea, this farm stay is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Bartlett Maine Estate Winery and within 9 miles (15 km) of Chapter Two Art Gallery and Petit Manan Point. Sullivan Harbor Farm and Rogers Point Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stacie S.

26 June 2024

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

Beautiful property, lovely home

This house was gorgeous and perfect for 4 adults. The pond in the backyard was beautiful & had adorable muskrat swimming in it. I loved watching them! There is a pasture beyond the pond that had beautiful horses in it. The home was built in the 1800s and is beautifully maintained with modern features as well. The kitchen is beautiful and fully stocked with everything you could need. The screened in porch was great as was the firepit area. There is plenty of seating in the cozy living room. The beds were very comfortable. The hostess was instantly available with all my questions during our stay. It reached the high 90s during our stay and the hostess immediately had a window a/c unit installed in one of the bedrooms. We had the entire property to ourselves but I believe there are other rentals on the same property (2 beautiful homes and a small unit within the home we rented.) If renting in the future, I'd want to know whether or not there would be others staying on the property as well.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luann C.

13 Oct 2023

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

Serenity at its best

The weather didn’t cooperate while we were there and we lost power for a brief. However, both Christine and Heath (Maintenance Engineer) we’re on it! They made sure we were cared for and had everything we needed. Great house, great support. I’m sure I’ll be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

26 Sept 2023

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

Perfect place to unwind

A beautiful, peaceful location to unwind. Very well-appointed kitchen, beautiful surroundings. Close drive to Schoodic Acadia, West Bay, and Winter Harbor. Perfect retreat for rest, relaxation, and Acadia sightseeing.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

31 Aug 2023

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

Peace and Serenity on the Farm

This is a wonderful property and very well maintained. Our family had an amazing time enjoying Acadia, the Schoodic Peninsula, area trails and state parks. The kitchen is truly designed for foodies and we cooked tons of seafood with fresh produce from Darthia next door. There are plenty of family games and children’s books for a rainy day. Thank you for the amazing Downeast Maine stay plus all the extra homemade goodies! Blessings, The Thoma’s

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Aug 2023

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

Picturesque

First time to Maine! Group / family vacation celebrating our mom’s 70th birthday was fabulous! We had plenty of room for everyone to spread out! Absolutely loved the property, quiet location, and charm. The deck was the perfect spot to watch the meteor shower and enjoy each other’s company after days spent exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor. Christine was excellent about responding to our questions and provided us with terrific local information and suggestions. Looking forward to our next visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

7 Aug 2023

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

A trip to the Maine countryside

The Pond House at the Farm was as advertised: Rustic old farm house with amenities. We had a large group but it worked well. Enjoyed the grill, hanging out, and playing games at the table. The wi-fi was spotty, but we weren't there for that. The oven/range is older and could use an upgrade, but we were comfortable. The property is peaceful and beautiful. Walked the trail to the bay several times and enjoyed seeing the tide at high and low intervals. Very little traffic so the farm feels secluded. Very lovely! Christine is a super responsive and accommodating host.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

9 July 2023

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

Trip to Acadia

We absolutely loved staying in this idyllic setting outside of Acadia National Park. We were prepared to drive the 40 to 60 minutes each day just to be in a nice quiet spot at the end of each day. Christine was very responsive. We were greeted with a fresh blueberry pie upon our arrival, which shows that she goes the extra mile. We loved our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia M.

24 June 2023

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

Family Vaca

First of all the pictures don’t do this place justice. It’s so pretty, quiet, and relaxing. Christine was so wonderful checking in to make sure our long trip up was going smoothly. When we walked in she had candles lite, fresh lilac flowers, and a warm blueberry pie waiting for us. The kids loved adventuring and playing on the play set outback. It’s close to the Acadia National park and we got to visit Schoodic point. Will be booking this in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

19 June 2023

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

Peace and quiet

I stayed at this property with my husband and our two children aged 4 and 2 years old. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Lots of areas for the kids to play or look through books. We all loved time on the screen porch listening to frogs and birds and watching the horses in the back feild. The swing set and rock maze just outside our door were a quick and easy way to let the kids burn some energy. The fire pit and grill area looked like a perfect place to hangout though we didnt take advantage of them on this trip. The location was great for anyone looking for a quiet escape while still being close enough to busier areas to make day trips. We went to Bar Harbor one day for a nice lunch and some shopping. Another day we went to Acadia National park. Mostly we explored Gouldsboro and Winter Harbor. It was very easy to find a delicious meal or a spectacular view. Christine was very attentive and thoughtful. We couldn't ask for more. We would love to stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose P., Collegeville, PA

5 Sept 2019

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

Lovely Maine!

It was a very satisfying vacation in a clean pleasant house and an absolutely stunning part of Maine. We'll definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

10 Aug 2019

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

Wonderful and Beautiful

We loved the peaceful setting. The screened in porch allowed us to enjoy being outside without the bugs. The beautiful landscape was inspiring. The owner gave many helpful suggestions about the area.

4/10 Poor

Jennifer M.

1 Aug 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Fair

The property is peaceful. The house had a musty smell, many cobwebs and spiders. The floors were very crooked upstairs. Water pressure and temperature were poor in shower downstairs. I would not recommend this place to others. It was not convenient to things.

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

28 July 2018

Beautiful, Restored Civil War Era Home

Full of charm, beautifully decorated, new up to date kitchen and bathroom, in a gorgeous countryside setting. Peaceful. Very helpful staff nearby and the owner was prompt to respond to all of our requests.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

25 June 2018

Unique working farm getaway

Ever been awakened by a crowing rooster? I discovered there's no extra charge for that amenity at this unique Civil War-era farmhouse. This place has been thoroughly and meticulously updated within the last year. While leaving much of the 1860s post and beam construction timbers exposed, the rebuild included skylights, a marble shower and a huge and thoughtfully equipped kitchen, cookbooks included. This home overlooks a pond, complete with rowboat and fish. Not big fish, but big enough to be great fun for kids accompanied by an adult willing to help drown a worm. This place is a kid's paradise. Beyond the pond, there’s an elaborate playground complex next to a giant pergola with a huge fire pit (think: smores and ghost stories). Maybe 300 yards through a pasture is the North Atlantic shoreline, waves lapping on a rocky tidal bay. There's also a shoreline boathouse for storing your kayak or canoe. This vacation venue is neither elegant nor fancy. It’s a rare, family kick-back sort of place. No shortage of overstuffed chairs and comfy couches overlooking vistas onto the pond, the sunrise and the working farm that surrounds the place. Think horses, chickens, rabbits and other barnyard residents. This house sleeps a lot and feeds a lot, given a large and amazingly equipped kitchen and dining room suite. What intrigued me, as an ideal destination for one or more families, is the way this whole place has been carefully laid out over two levels, room after room, with more spaces around every corner. There are decks and a huge screened-in porch spread among lots of levels, lots of windows, lots of views. Great space for lots of family and friends, as there seems to be some place for everyone to be, or to go. Five stars, overall! Seven stars if at night, as the constellations and shooting stars above the dark skies of Downeast Maine are a wonder in themselves.