Peaceful Basement Apartment among serene woods, paths, and a stream near Acadia

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Long Pond outlet Cove (0.1 Miles; 1 minute)

Peaceful area along Ripples Stream; accessible via walking paths on property.

Sunlight through the woods on the property

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2 bedroomsSleeps 541.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Free WiFi
Water view

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Mount Desert, ME

Acadia National Park
‪2 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪11 min drive‬
Cadillac Mountain
‪25 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our property spans 4.5 acres of forest on Mount Desert Island. You are welcome to walk the manicured paths and relax and rest in the chairs, benches, hammock, etc. that you find throughout the property.

The basement apartment has two spacious bedrooms, a common area, and a bathroom with shower.

A microwave, 10 cubic feet refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, dishes, and a bucket dehumidifier are included in the common area. A Crock pot is available. A large fan can be found in each bedroom.

If you use the canoes or kayaks all individuals must wear life jackets (available and provided).

We do have a right-of-way to Long Pond. At the end of this right-of-way is a small beach you are welcome to use.

Our secluded property is centrally-located on Mound Desert Island (MDI) and within 25 minutes of all destinations in Acadia National Park.

Due to increasing sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from using perfumes and strong deodorants.

Property manager

SUZANNE/J.F. BURNS

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Water view

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this apartment is in a rural area 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf 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.

Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
Otter Cliff - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
Cadillac Mountain - 25 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬13 min drive
‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Basement Apartment among serene woods, paths, and a stream near Acadia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Basement Apartment among serene woods, paths, and a stream near Acadia ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Basement Apartment among serene woods, paths, and a stream near Acadia ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Basement Apartment among serene woods, paths, and a stream near Acadia located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Clare M.

21 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peaceful wooded setting

The property was located in a peaceful wooded area on the quiet side of Acadia. It was not far to the major attractions in Acadia and Bar Harbor. Comfortable, clean space. There really isn’t a kitchen - no stove or sink, but there is a microwave, coffee pot and you can wash dishes in bathroom sink. There is a fridge. It had everything we needed since we were not cooking - just reheating. Lots of information sent ahead by the owners. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

20 Oct 2024

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

Amazing Stay!

Our little family stayed at this property and it was perfect for what we needed. Our active 2 year needed a place to play and rest in between our adventures. This place checked all of the boxes. Lots of cute touches for the kids and super quiet! Very close to Acadia NP and Bar Harbour. J.F. was so friendly and helpful during our stay as well. Can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

15 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This was a perfect basement unit to relax in after hiking all day at Acadia. The hosts were amazing with communication and gave us recommendations on hikes, food, and unique things to do. We also had the option to use their canoes and grill. They wanted us to truly cherish our Maine experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

21 Sept 2024

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

Our stay in Acadia

Terrific location for adventures in Acadia! We so enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel G.

18 Sept 2024

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

Good Basement Apartment

Nice Quiet Area. Close to Park. Easy 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

S B.

16 Sept 2024

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

Excellent location and friendly owners

Quiet and comfortable location with easy access to Acadia. The property is located across the street from long pond and has excellent kayak access. JF is a fantastic and welcoming host and gave us a tour of the property. We had an excellent time in Acadia and really enjoyed the peaceful evenings in the woods. JF and Suzanne also provide a binder with excellent information on spots to eat and explore around the island. We would definitely recommend this location for anyone looking for a spot to stay while visiting Acadia!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana F.

16 Sept 2024

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

Great location and friendly owner

This is a great location for visiting all parts of Acadia. The owner is friendly and accessible and gave us a tour of the pretty property. We ran out of time to take advantage of the kayaks, but Long Pond is just across the street. A good home base for exploring.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

6 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Excellent space. Quiet, private, and comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

2 Sept 2024

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

Perfect Stay!

The property was absolutely perfect for our trip, the apartment was meticulously clean, located close to lots of great food, and extremely close to Acadia. The apartment itself was easy to find, spacious, and homey. The beds were comfortable, and it had everything we needed to feel comfortable! The microwave, fridge, and coffeemaker all came in handy too. JF gave lots of helpful recommendations. Just a note, there's a gravel driveway leading up to the parking area, so don't be surprised! We loved walking around the property by the stream and kayaking on the lake. Super convenient to access the kayaks!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

27 Aug 2024

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

If you like nature, nice lil rustic place to stay.

Rustic little gem. Beds were comfortable. Sits on wooded area that was very inviting. Utilized the kayaks in a lake that is walking distance. Very much enjoyed our stay. Only thing I could possibly complain about is the chairs in the sitting area are not very comfortable. Our host was very kind, helpful and informative of the area, as we went to Acadia National park.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock G.

12 Aug 2024

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

Property as promised!

Overall great stay and great host!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody K.

5 Aug 2024

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

Great homebase for hiking

Great homebase for hiking Acadia. Family (2 parents, 13 year old and 11 year old) stayed for 3 nights. It was a great spot for the quiet side of the island but still easily accessible to the locations we wanted to go in Acadia. We prepared quick/easy breakfasts in the rental, packed a lunch and were on our way. We typically got dinner out but the rental is equipped with a grill, if desired, or possibly bring an electric griddle with you. JF and Sue were wonderfully accommodating hosts, available for information as need but not overbearing.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

4 Aug 2024

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

Great stay!

JF is a great host. Great to interact with and lots of advice. Basement apartment works well with a king and single bed in one bedroom and a queen and top bunk bed in a second bedroom plus microwave, decent sized fridge, coffee maker, dishes, and grille by the picnic table. His property is a lot of fun for kids. Our boys loved playing croquet and bacci ball and loved the big swing in the tree. We didn’t even have time to take advantage of the kayaks or enjoying the wooded areas by the stream. Quiet but convenient location on the island about 15-20 minutes at most to anywhere. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

29 July 2024

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

Quiet, central location

Quiet forested location away from the crowds, but the central location made it a great home base and it was quick and easy to get to either side of the island. The hosts were welcoming and quick to respond to messages. We stayed here with our 1 year old daughter and our close friends that we were traveling with. Our only regret is that we weren't there long enough to take advantage of the lake access.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

21 July 2024

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

Great location and hosts

The two bedroom basement apartment was clean and conveniently located to both sides of Mount Desert Island. The beds were comfortable and the place was outfitted with all the necessities for an extended stay.The property was quiet and peaceful. There was access to Long Pond across the street from the property and a sandy beach swimming hole about a 200 yard walk down the street. Hosts J.F and Suzanne were very informative, extremely accommodating and friendly. Their dog Brandy was also an exceptional host. Overall an outstanding place to rest and unwind after many adventures in Acadia National park.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

10 July 2024

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

First visit to Maine

We enjoyed our first visit to Maine and Acadia and this place worked great for our family. JF was the best host ever and sat down with me to review what we were interested in doing and he gave insider advice about where to park and how to avoid the crowds during the busy 4th of July week. We liked this quiet side of the island - the Acadia Loop Road and Bar Harbor are very busy during summer so go very early in the morning or take the free island bus from the Hulls Cove visitor center. One bedroom had a king bed and twin bed, the other bedroom had a queen bed and a twin loft bed with a ladder. Amenities included fridge with freezer, coffee pot and coffee, microwave, toaster, electric hot water kettle, dish tub, dish soap, dish towels, cups, plates, silverware, coffee mugs, bowls, plenty of towels and wash cloths, grill and grilling utensils, 4 kayaks with life vests, and access to a nice swimming area nearby. We cooked over the campfire one night (firewood was provided) and brought our electric griddle to make breakfast and hot sandwiches outside on the picnic table. As long as you are ok with no stove, washing machine, or dishwasher, this place is perfect!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen N.

8 July 2024

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

Secluded Hideaway on Mount Desert Island

Are you looking for a quiet respite from the crowds in Bar Harbor and the other popular tourist areas yet still be within short distances from Acadia’s highlights? This is the place to stay! We loved coming “home” to our clean and cozy basement apartment. The beds were comfortable. In addition to basic meal prep amenities, there was a grill we could have used. The hosts quickly responded to inquiries. They left a very detailed binder with all the information we needed to ensure a satisfying stay. On the property, the deer were a delight to watch, and the creek in the woods provided a peaceful place to unwind. Our only regret was not having more time to spend here. We hope to return one day!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

25 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great place, the hosts make it special. We were able to use the kayaks on a nearby lake and the host helped us transport them there. It was just what we wanted!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

28 Apr 2024

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

Great Location and Amenities

We loved our stay here - we picked the property because its location on the island as well as the amenities available to us. Having free access to kayaks and beautiful ponds whenever we wanted is an amazing perk of staying here. Also the hosts are great and helped us out with any questions we had about the area, as well as dusted off some of their old toys for our baby to play with! Highly recommend staying here if you want to be on the island within 20-30 mins of everything, and want to be able to explore the property on foot or by kayak! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

16 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Mr. Burns is very nice. He let us for a brief walk in their property and went to the lake near by. Nice and peaceful place. like it

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

18 Oct 2023

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

Great Hospitality

JF and Sue are the kindest host! Very helpful and informative. They went above and beyond to make are visit comfortable and enjoyable!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

4 Oct 2023

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

3 day visit to Acadia NP

We had a very comfortable stay at this property during our visit to Acadia NP. Our hosts were very good at communicating with us and I was impressed with the cleanliness of the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

2 Oct 2023

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

Perfect location!

We felt like we were in the center of Acadia, but without all the crazy crowds! Nice wooded lot with access to a stream and lake. (We wished we had had time to use the kayaks!) Easy access to the “quiet side” hikes. The inside provided everything we needed for our stay. The king bed was very comfortable, and the microwave, fridge, and coffee maker allowed us to easily eat in when we wanted. The hosts provided SO much helpful info about the area, and we used many of their suggestions to plan our activities!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

26 Sept 2023

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

Peaceful Muse

The Burns have a wonderful home. It was such a peaceful getaway and would definitely stay again. Everything was provided and it was perfect for a long weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jan

16 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Property is centrally located to both sides of Acadia National Park. Host was very helpful with information about the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by SUZANNE/J.F. BURNS

After helping design the house, "J. F." had the house built in 1991. J. F. and Sue have been married for 19 years and raised their 9 children at 71 Ripples Road. J. F. is a chemical engineer by training and spent over 20 years at Ellsworth High School as a chemistry and physics teacher as well as wrestling coach. Sue's education includes a masters in Adlerian Therapy as well as work toward her Adlerian doctorate. J. F. is now retired while Sue is self employed as a designer of beautiful sea glass jewelry and art. Visit her ETSY site at
https://seaglassbysuzy.etsy.com. J. F. has joined her in the crafting business with birch products, sea glass windows, and local photography. Their combined website is giftsofacadia.com

The children have all set out on their own and are living in various locations throughout the United States. Jf & Sue are blessed to have 14 grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

Peaceful and quiet setting
Spacious accommodations
Reasonable rates
Extra benefits such as lake access and boating opportunities

What makes this property unique

There is a reason this side of the island is called the "Quiet Side".
You can enjoy all of the benefits of Acadia National Park and the surrounding area without experiencing the crowds of Bar Harbor.

4.5 acres of beautiful quiet, peace, and comfort
2 spacious bedrooms and a bathroom at a reasonable price
Lake access
Availability of canoes and kayaks
Short driving distance to anywhere on the island
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