“Long Pond Cottage" Lakefront on Mount Desert Island Sleeps 6

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Long Pond Cottage on Long Pond, Mount Desert Island

View from couch with windows overlooking the lake

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Amenities
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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Mt Desert, ME

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Queen Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom #2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

Spectacular views, private boat dock, partial Air-conditioning, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, Long Pond Cottage is located on the shore of Long Pond; a glacially formed lake. The largest lake on Mount Desert Island boasts miles of shoreline and spring fed fresh water. Unobstructed lake views welcome you at our cottage. Privately owned shoreline and Acadia National Park share this pristine lake. Hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swimming and water sports are out your front door. The cottage sleeps 6 with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen, BBQ, a deck at waters edge and a private boat dock are all included. Our family cottage is fully equipped for your family's convenience, including cable tv and WiFi. We welcome clean well behaved dogs who will love camp as much as their human companions. Our kitchen includes new appliances; stove and cooktop, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker and normal kitchen utensils. There are two bathrooms with tiled showers (one has a shower bench). There is also a new washer and dryer. Canoe and kayak rentals are available on the Lake. Our private dock can accommodate all manner of watercraft up to 22 foot fishing boats with its bumpers and cleats plus a swim ladder for easy access to the water. The entrance(s) and access to Acadia National Park are a few minutes drive. Within the Park, historic carriage paths, hiking trails, horseback riding, biking, and miles of Maine ocean shoreline await your adventures. Close to Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor, and Northeast Harbor there are many restaurants offering something for everyone's taste. Our family favorites are the fresh lobsters, lobster rolls and everything blueberry. Organic produce, in season, is available throughout the island. A treasure of the island located between Seal Harbor and Northeast Harbor is the Little Long Pond leash free walking and hiking area donated by David Rockefeller. Each day enjoy the spectacular views from the deck or dock. No matter whether you choose to tour the island of Mount Desert, shop in the historic harbor towns, participate in ocean activities, each day you will come back to find families of loons, ducks, and bald eagles awaiting you. Allow time for your canoe or kayak trip to Rum Island, watching the sunsets and sunrises from our deck, viewing the stars at night, and your afternoon swim in the lake.

Property manager

Lori Barrett

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Do not leave children unattended.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs only, 2 max, not to be left unattended

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No excessive loud noises/parties after 8 pm (it is a quiet lake and noise carries).

Do not leave electric heaters on or water running in faucets when leaving the cottage.

Do not let dogs on furniture and they must be current on flea & tick treatments.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12

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 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

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this cottage is in the mountains 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. 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.

Mt Desert, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Echo Lake Beach - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
Cadillac Mountain - 27 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬15 min drive
‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Long Pond Cottage" Lakefront on Mount Desert Island Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at “Long Pond Cottage" Lakefront on Mount Desert Island Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Long Pond Cottage" Lakefront on Mount Desert Island Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “Long Pond Cottage" Lakefront on Mount Desert Island Sleeps 6 located?

This family-friendly Mount Desert cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-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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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

7 Oct 2024

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

Great place to visit Acadia and Bar Harbor

Definitely recommend to stay here extremely nice place on the lake

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

18 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful stay on Long Pond

Long Pond Cottage is beautifully situated, with unobstructed views down the pond to Beech Mountain from the dining room, deck, and dock. The cottage was incredibly clean and well-stocked, and Lori was very quick to respond to questions I had before and during our stay. This is our third trip to Long Pond but our first stay at Lori's...and now we can't imagine staying anywhere else!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

31 Aug 2024

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

Wonderful location!

The cottage had gorgeous views and was the perfect size for our family. Mornings were spent fishing off the dock in the beautiful lake and enjoying some quiet time while having coffee. The cottage was spotless and Lori made sure we had everything we needed. We can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

23 July 2024

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

Lovely Lakeside

Long Pond Cottage provided a delightful home base for us and our pup. It was comfortable, well-equipped, and convenient to everything. Lori was super responsive and helpful. Being right on the lake was lovely and made kayaking easy and fun. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

3 July 2024

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

Great cabin

Lovely property, as advertised. Well stocked and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay, and Lori’s info sheet was very helpful to us as we navigated the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

26 June 2024

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

Beautiful lake cottage

We spent a week at this beautiful place. The view of the lake is amazing. Such a peaceful spot. The house was immaculately clean and well stocked. The owners were very helpful and considerate. The beds were comfortable. The house is in a good location to cover all of MDI/Acadia National Park. We were able to drive to all nearby activities and then come back to the house for a peaceful evening on the lake. We had 4 adults on our trip and did not feel crowded. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

25 June 2024

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

The Perfect Lake House Getaway

We recently stayed at Long Pond Cottage for a mother daughter vacation with our two dogs and it was everything we had hoped it would be and more. The house itself is the perfect size and very comfortable, with absolutley everything you could need. The natural light and views from the windows make the place feel surreal. Then add in the loons floating by and calling up and down the lake, we thought we were in heaven. The location is perfect with most of all major area attractions in Acadia and Bar Harbor only 15-20 minutes away! I cant recommend this vacation home enough and cant wait to return next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

19 June 2024

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

Nice spot on Long Pond

Lori was a super host - provided a bunch of good info prior to our stay and was quick to respond to a small issue while we at the cottage. Kitchen was well stocked (had access to everything we needed) and grill worked flawlessly. Beds were comfortable and heat worked well when needed. We had a fabulous stay - rented kayaks for the week and enjoyed exploring the pond - Rum island, sunsets, etc. The rental place is a short 10-15 minute paddle from the cottage, so no real need for delivery service, although it was offered. Dock at cottage made it easy to enter and exit the water. Hiked several trails in Acadia and all trailheads were within 15-30 min drive. We were there right around the new moon and night sky viewing was phenomenal from deck and dock. It was always nice to come back to peace and relative solitude of the cottage after a day of exploring. Lori was a great host and their cottage is a real gem!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

26 May 2024

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

Cabin on lake

One of our favorite places we’ve stayed… great view. Couldn’t ask for a better backdrop to bbq dinner each night. Sons caught lots of bass. Hiking all around us and plenty of places to go eat… fantastic cabin and area for vacation

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy b.

18 Oct 2023

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

Hidden gem on Long pond

Beautiful home right on Long Pond! Such a comfortable, quiet home. Communication with owner was above and beyond. Having everything on one level was so enjoyable- hard to find in Bar Harbor. Loved the individual thermostats. Furniture very comfortable and warm throws great for curling up to watch tv or sit out on deck. Kayak rentals at end of pond. Delightful vacation!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

20 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Cottage

We had an amazing stay at Long Pond Cottage despite a few days of dreary weather. The location is tranquil and relaxing, and we loved watching the activity in the water. We enjoyed hikes near the cottage as well as those on the other side of Mt Desert Island and the Carriage Roads for biking were very convenient. The cottage itself was furnished with everything we needed, and we were content to enjoy the games, puzzles & view on the rainy days. The quality of kitchenware was upscale, and a coffee and tea bar, as well as a speaker for playing music were an unexpected bonus! We appreciated Lori’s suggestions of activities, and she was terrific to work with as the island prepared for Hurricane Lee. We highly recommend this cottage!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

10 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful Maine Getaway

Beautiful location to stay and enjoy the beauty and fun of Long Pond and surrounding areas. Was absolutely my idea of the perfect holiday spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

2 Sept 2023

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

Love Long Pond

House was brand new, clean as a whistle, and everything was just where you’d want it to be! Easy in and out, and a nice layout for friends or family… a pleasant central area with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths off it. Very well planned out and right on top of the lake with lovely views!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

10 Aug 2023

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

Perfection on (and I mean ON) beautiful Long Pond!

Everything about this cabin was perfect! It is situated right on the pond- you can hear the water lapping throughout the cottage! The cottage is spotless, comfortable, VIEWS abound and the kitchen is FULLY equipped. My family and I had the very best time hiking Acadia in the mornings then coming back to swim and paddle in the lake! We had coffee alfresco each morning on the lovely deck where we could see and hear the resident loons and give an occasional,"good morning," and a wave to the boaters and paddlers passing by. We spent lots of family time playing cards and board games on the deck and inside around the beautiful farm table. And the icing on the perfect cottage was that our host is a lovely person who was responsive, helpful and completely accommodating!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

16 July 2023

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

Perfect Stay on Long Pond

We had an amazing stay at this house on Long Pond. The house is so nice, with a terrific view of Long Pond, as well as being super comfortable and spacious, and well appointed with anything you need to make a rental house feel like home. We spent the whole week pretty much looking at, on, or in the water. Kayaking and fishing were out major activities and we loved how close the dock was to the deck and the house to make that as easy as possible. Our dogs loved hanging out on the deck too.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

11 July 2023

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

Great place

Great spot on Long Pond. Lovely cottage.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

5 July 2023

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Loons!

We had a great week despite the rainy weather. The house was perfect for a rainy week because of the beautiful windows and lake view. The house had all the comforts of home but felt like vacation. I highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

24 June 2023

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Lakeside Hideaway

Clean, very well-stocked accommodations. Home sits about 2 feet off the lake offering wide-open views of Long Pond. Very quiet location. There were lots of puzzles & Board games available. Owner did a great job of providing extensive info about restaurants and things to do on Mount Desert Island, and was very responsive. Had a wonderful week and would definitely return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

13 June 2023

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

Maine Stay

One of the best properties we have ever stayed in. It is very clean and has everything you might need. The house is very organized and functional. The best part is the location! Close to everything, but very peaceful and relaxing. The views are outstanding! I would highly recommend this property to others.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

12 June 2023

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

Return to Acadia

A beautiful cottage to decompress, breathe, listen, and share my love of Acadia with my three 20-something daughters and husband. Lori (host) was incredibly helpful with information and ideas and responded quickly to inquiries.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

27 May 2023

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

exceptional cottage/pond experience

All good, nothing negative. The most well supplied, organized, comfortable, and did I mention, most amazing Long Pond experience. Phenomenal views, you are literally right on the edge of the shoreline. Loved watching kayaks and fishing boats pass from either the living/dining room, kitchen or deck. Also loved watching the changing weather. Close to all that make MDI amazing including beautiful harbor communities and of course, Acadia National Park!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan Z.

24 Oct 2022

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

Rainbows and bald eagles

This is our second stay at this beautiful property located on crystal clear Long Pond. The house has everything you could need to enjoy Acadia National Park. We hiked, fish, swam, and enjoyed the surrounding communities. But our favorite memories of the trip are watching not one but two rainbows as the sun set, as well as watching the sky dancing of pair of bald eagles beginning their mating ritual. Just magical!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronda D.

6 Oct 2022

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

An Amazing week!

We were 2 couples, 2 sisters and brother in laws. The home was just perfect! Clean and such a lovely location on Long Pond. We spent hours on the deck and dock. The weather was spectacular, and the house was appointed with everything we needed. We so appreciated all the special touches. So close to Bar Harbor and Acadia and then other harbors! Lots of lobsters!!! We would highly recommend Long Pond Cottage and would rent it again in a minute!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shani L., SOMERVILLE

25 Sept 2022

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

Perfect!!

Long Pond Cottage was absolutely perfect in every way. From the moment we walked in, we were in awe. It's a *gorgeous* property with incredible views. It was spotless and is clearly cleaned and kept up with great care and pride. We've stayed in probably 10 vrbo properties throughout the years and this one - by far - was the cleanest and most well-stocked. Everything we needed was there. Seriously, everything. I can't say enough about how thoughtfully outfitted the place was. The kitchen had everything we needed to make some delicious meals, the bathrooms had all the basics (and backups of everything, which we didn't need, but it was on hand), plenty of cleaning supplies, and extra blankets. The dock and the deck were perfection and wonderful spots for morning coffee, afternoon drinks, and stargazing. Reliable internet (one of our party needed to work here a couple of days and had no issue with wifi), tv, games, and puzzles also were available. The location, aside from being gorgeous, is perfectly situated to everything on the island. We've been coming to Acadia for many years and this was the most convenient spot we've stayed in. 15-20 mins to Bar Harbor, just under 30 to Sand Beach, 5 minutes to Beech Mountain, 10 to Southwest Harbor and 10-15 to the quietside mountains (our favorite). Close to great food spots and grocery stores (IGA in SW Harbor, Hannafords in BH). Lori was a pleasure to communicate with and very accommodating. I would be thrilled to stay again anytime. What a gem this place is. I should also mention that our dogs had a blast jumping off the dock, swimming in the pond, and lounging on the deck. It was hard to get them in the car to leave! We love our pups and seeing them live their very best lives was a special part of staying here. I whole heartedly recommend this place to any and everyone. Truly the ideal spot to immerse yourself in the very best this magical island has to offer. I can't wait to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

randal e.

13 Sept 2022

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

Great stay on Long Pond

We were very happy with our stay, this house is great, right on the water with dock. It had everything we needed for cooking great meals. It’s very centrally located and it was easy to get to all of our activities in Acadia and Bar Harbor. Lori was great to work with and responded very quickly to any questions we had. We highly recommend this house.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lori Barrett

Why they chose this property

Long Pond Cottage is inches from the shoreline of Long Pond, a glacially formed, spring fed freshwater lake. Whether you want to swim, kayak, canoe, paddle board or just sit on the deck you will enjoy the views of the water and mountains and be filled with a sense of wonder and awe at the beauty and nature that surrounds you!

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Queen Bedroom #1

Queen Bedroom #2

Twin Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

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