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Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

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Our private location offers the Pond's best view of Acadia's Western Mountains
Aerial view of Top O' the Ridge and private dock on Long Pond
The dock and vacation home viewed from the lake
Canoeing & kayaking on the lake with the loons is a favorite activity
Our wall of windows &  upgraded 'bare feet friendly' Azek deck

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Long Pond
    2 min walk
  • Acadia National Park
    5 min drive
  • Maine Granite Industry Museum
    9 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    19 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Master

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

4 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Master

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

Sited on one the finest spots on Mount Desert Island this contemporary, fully applianced vacation home offers a commanding view of Long Pond and Acadia's Western Mountains that takes your breath away. The sweeping panorama wraps around a large, south facing deck where you can enjoy meals, curl up with a good book, listen to the loons, and watch the canoes and kayaks amble by. A private dock, 2 canoes, 2 Kayaks, and 2 boat moorings offer wonderful recreational access to Long Pond. This home has a 65" OLED flat screen, home theater, cable TV with high speed Internet , free domestic calling phone service, and a standby generator for power continuity. With 3 bedrooms, a loft, 4 full baths (2 with Jacuzzi tubs), this private vacation destination provides all the ingredients required to create life long memories. Top O' the Ridge is a great getaway destination in Spring, Summer, & Fall.


A premium vacation destination: This exceptional and private vacation destination is located at the tip of Northern Neck on Long Pond, Mt, Desert Island, Maine - the home of Acadia National Park. The panorama from the spacious south facing front deck presents one of the finest sights in all of Acadia with the best view on Long Pond. Enjoy watching the pond-scape's many moods, listening to haunting calls of loons, catching a sight of bald eagles soaring, watching shimmering moon rises over the pond, and stargazing at the the bright stars of the Milky Way. The private dock comes with 2 canoes and offers easy access to boating, swimming, and fishing in the clean, inviting, warm summer waters of Long Pond. All this and more can be yours to savor, in the heart of Mount Desert Island just minutes away from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.


The Home: This spacious, modern, open plan vacation home offers 4 bedrooms (including the loft space) and 4 baths. The window walls of the living and dining areas bring the spectacular view right into your living space. The living area includes a full featured home theater system with 65" OLED TV, Cable TV service, fast Internet/WiFi service and a several hundred title DVD & Blu-ray library. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry with roll-out lower cabinets for easy access to pots and pans. The cabinets are fully stocked with dishware and utensils to indulge your every cooking whim. The main suite has a California King hybrid mattress with a tow sink private bath, Jacuzzi tub, seated shower, and washer dryer. The lower level living area bedroom has its own private bath , kitchenette, and separate living dining area. The private dock, 2 canoes, and 2 kayaks offer excellent swimming and boating access to Long Pond. 2 private moorings that will moor up to a 20' power boat are included.

The Acadia Region: The home is located centrally on Mount Desert Island within a short drive to all Acadia National Park attractions, Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, and Bass Harbor. The nearby park loop road offers spectacular sight seeing and tourism activities including Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, and the Jordan Pond House. Local hiking trails offer challenges that range from walking trails to rock climbing. The famous 30+ miles of carriage roads are ideal for walking, biking, or horseback riding. The many island ponds and ocean offer swimming boating, fishing, whale watching, sailing, and other recreational activities. For golfers, there are several local courses to enjoy.

Property manager

Bianchi Realty Trust, Rai Bianchi - Trustee

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
No grilling on or under the decks No open fires or fires allowed in fireplace (allowed in outdoor chiminea on its patio)
Adult supervision required for children onsite No diving off dock Suitable life vests and other safety equipment required to use supplied watercraft
Guests assume all risk for use of waterfront facilities and watercraft

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain climbing.
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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Pond - 2 min walk
  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
  • Echo Lake Beach - 15 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View located?

This family-friendly Mount Desert holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid May Rental
The house was in a great location within 20mins of pretty much all towns and trails on the island. The views from the house are amazing especially at night, we were lucky enough to be staying during a full moon. Rai, the owner, was very informative and helpful with the booking process and local suggestions. The house has all amenities needed for a long stay and of course everything needs for lobster boils. We highly recommend staying here. One Restaurant that stood out from the rest was the Traveling Lobster, it was by far the best and most reasonable lobster meals we had while visiting! We hiked many of the trails and you cant go wrong with any of them. However, our group favorites were the Beehive, Penobscot Mt, and Beech Mt to see the fire tower. This was a great trip and a great location to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views of Long Pond
We’ve stayed on long pond multiple times. This property has phenomenal views of the pond and Beech/Mansell mountains. Additionally, the house is roomy, comfortable, in great shape, and with a fully stocked kitchen. Overall, this is a great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation spot!
Beautiful views of Long Pond, very quiet and private. House was supplied with everything we wanted or needed. Very spacious and clean, modern and extremely comfortable. Would recommend this property highly. You’ll be glad you stayed there, it was hard to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in Acadia
Traveling from southern Illinois, our 2 families of 8, 4 adults and 4 boys ages 15-20, found this home to be heaven in Acadia! We have been home now nearly one week and I’m still perusing my photos wishing we were still at TopOtheRidge. First of all, the communication with Rai and Den were incredible. Pleasant, thorough, quick in response via text, a call, or email to answer any questions or help with vacation difficulties. Secondly, the location, the views, the layout of the property CANNOT be beat! All 4 boys had their own place to sleep without feeling they were disconnected from the group. The amenities, the little labels and signs of where things are located, the convenience of adequate supplies seriously made this stay stress free! However, it is the view and location that steals the show. Acadia stares right at you when you wake up and is there in the distance to help you fall asleep. The mountains and lake view is indescribably perfect. The dock, the crystal clear lake, and the kayaks were so much fun! We had to force ourselves to stick with our hiking plans in the Park because this location is so beautiful and so perfect in and of itself! I truly hope we can visit again someday. I have absolutely nothing to suggest because we felt so taken care of. ** things we learned: - Most Maine grocery stores do not have plastic bags at checkouts. Bring a little handful from home. - if you hike to the tower of Beech Mountain, you can see Top O the Ridge in the distance! So cool! Sunset is AH-amazing here! - With summer traffic and cautious speed limits, anything on Mt.Desert is about 25 minutes away. But it doesn’t feel far…. Don’t let that deter you from this location. - The sound system in the living room turns rainy days into really fun movie days! - Buy groceries on your way in. Once you are here, you will NOT want to leave! You will instantly want to unwind, relax, and start your vacation! - We did bring bug spray and used it one evening when sitting on the deck. From southern Illinois, we are very used to bugs, so we did not get too annoyed. However, I’ve seen others give warnings about Acadia being buggy. Just a heads up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc H., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our Expectations!
We'd never spent time in Maine or on the Atlantic Coast, and being able to start and end our day our days at Top o' the Ridge gave us the perfect homebase to explore and relax when we weren't hiking or on the water. A few things that have stood out to us: - The provided gift bag was generous, unexpected, and a delicious introduction to local fare. - We enjoy active vacations and being outdoors, and the kayaks and canoe on the dock have given us a way to enjoy Long Pond in a way that exceeded our expectations! We spent mornings out on the water before heading out to the many trails that were usually less than a 30 minute drive. - It's not mentioned on the VRBO description, but the movie collection is fantastic. ... we were able to spend hours together in the evenings re-watching our favorites and introducing our kids to classics! - The house itself is not modern or luxurious, but... wow... it's spacious, clean, well-provisioned, and more than comfortable enough for the way we travel. - The expanse of the view to the south from the large windows and deck was a wonderful distraction from our city living but made it easy to watch birds, mountains, and the forest. (I used my binoculars for most situations, but the spotting scope in the house is a great way to look for the eagles. We can't wait to go back and spend longer!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
The location is amazing, every morning and every night beautiful view. The sweet sounds of loons fill the air! Words can not describe!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Location
By far, the most wonderful thing about this property is the location, right on Long Pond, and the dock, kayaks, and canoe. Very peaceful location and amazing attention to detail by the owners. Thank you! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

J C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental in every way!
Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional!
October is a great time to visit! Very good communication with the owner. Power went out and the generator kicked in almost immediately! The best porch view I've ever seen
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meei J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation home with a stunning view
My family of 4 absolutely loved this vacation home! The lake view is gorgeous, especially the sunrise! We would wake up early just to enjoy the beautiful sunrise from the living room, at the deck, or at the dock area. The home is spacious and equipped with everything we need. The welcome basket and the home made wine are so thoughtful! We loved the fruit and the wine! The movie collection is incredible! My children both wanted to stay at the cozy loft upstairs! The booking process was easy and smooth. Host Rai and caretaker Den are wonderful, and would check with us to make sure everything is running smoothly. We had a great time hiking at the Acadia National Park and visiting local lobster joints daily. We would buy fresh lobster/seafood to cook daily as well. The house is not far from the Acadia National Park. The fall foliage is just beautiful while driving in the area. Will definitely consider this vacation home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Serene
We enjoyed our stay at Top O The Ridge. It’s a beautiful property and very peaceful. The owner, Rai, was extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great retreat close to Acadian National Park
The “Top of the Ridge” has everything one may want to spend some wonderful family time : access to lake (canoe/kayak/fishing), proximity to Acadia National Park (hiking/biking), board games galore, cable tv, WiFi, and lots of living space professionally cleaned. Thanks Rai for your hospitality!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeds expectations
The location of the property provides both a stunning view and ready access to a large fresh water pond (by name) which is really more a lake by size. The home is very well supplied with amenities. In addition it is well maintained and comfortable having the look and feel of a lake home rather than a seasonal camp. I have stayed in multiple properties on MDI. This was clearly the best. The owner is very easy to communicate with and thorough. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S., Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We'll be back!
Top O' The Ridge was the perfect place for our family vacation. The view, the pond, and all the amenities exceeded our expectations. We all had our own space but also had wonderful places to gather. We love Acadia, and would definitely come to this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Beautiful!
The location is great, right on a beautiful lake with its own dock. The home is so comfortable with everything we needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Spectacularly located and spacious home
We stayed at Top O' The Ridge in May 2017. The owner was really helpful during the booking process and in readiness for our stay. The property is set in a spectacular location. It is on what amounts to a private island within Long Pong which holds a small number of lakeside properties. This particular property is in one of the best positions, with an elevated view down the length of the Long Pond Lake. The property has three levels; a main level that contains a living area, kitchen two bedrooms and two bath rooms; an upstairs area that contains a double bedroom in the vaulted roof area; also a lower section which contains further bedrooms and a second living area and kitchenette. The views from the main living area across a decent sized outdoor deck are spectacular. The property enjoys direct lake access, including a floating deck on the lake itself. This is perfect to launch a canoe or kayak from, or just simply to sit and enjoy the lake close up. It also has steps into the lake for those who feel like a dip. We found everything we could ever need included in the home, from kitchen utilities through to a canoe and all related safety gear! It is very highly spec'd in every detail. This is a great property from which to explore Mount Desert Island including Acadia National Park. There is a wide choice of restaurants, bars and shops within a short drive. The house is perfect to relax in after a long days exploring, or just to hang out in on a lazy day. We would very highly recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

There is no better spot on MDI.
Top O The Ridge is the ideal Acadia getaway. This is my fifth time visiting MDI/Acadia, and by far the best. The location is second to none (incredible views, lake access, quiet part of the island, central location so everything is <30min drive) but even more impressive was how well the house was stocked and organized. Rai does an incredible job coordinating the booking/reservation process and he leaves the house in a totally user friendly self explanatory state. I will only return to Acadia when I can stay at Top O The Ridge.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sara C., London England

The Perfect Holiday Home
This was the most perfect getaway home! Even though I saw the pictures on line, nothing compares with seeing the views yourself. The sun rises were glorious, but the sunsets were incomparable. The house itself was so well looked after, stocked better than my own home! It had everything, from every appliance/utensil you could want in the kitchen to enormous televisions and every dvd you could want. There were 2 canoes which we used and we felt the lake belonged to us alone. So few people using it; it was so quiet and blissful. We did a lot of sunrise swimming. Rai Bianchi was great from the moment i contacted him to possible rent it. There is a manager 20 minutes away, who never minded if we rang to ask how something worked. And then of course, you have all that Acadia has to offer - all within a very short distance. Without reservation, this is the best holiday home I have ever rented. Thank you Rai Best Sara
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

Fabulous home with breathtaking views
What a treat it was to stay in this lovely home! Completely stocked, very clean, lots of space, unbelievable sound system, lots of room to spread out, great dock to hang out on, jump off of, fish from, etc. Fabulous layout. We are big on cooking (even on vacation) and this kitchen did not disappoint. The loons on the lake were just amazing to hear in the mornings and then watching them from the deck was so relaxing. Could not have asked for a more spectacular view. The owners are extremely helpful, as well as very prompt and responsive to any need of their guests. We have wanted to stay here for a few years and finally found a weekend that worked for us - it was well worth the wait. We will definitely be planning another vacation here next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

joanne c.

Superior: incredible views, lovely house
We enjoyed our stay thoroughly. A spectacular location with stunning views and a very well appointed house.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

A view that can not be matched.
The house was meticulous and had everything you could possibly need. The view could not be matched and the setting of the home is just perfect. We had easy access to all of Arcadia Park yet got to return back to a peaceful, relaxing home. We sat outside for breakfast and watched the eagles catch fish in the lake. Loved taking the canoes out on this spectacular lake and one of the hikes we enjoyed most was along Long Pond. They thought of everything you could need and were very helpful with any questions and guidance on places to go. There was a lovely basket with jam and fruits and I felt I stayed in a home where we were welcome. Of all the views in Arcadia Park which were spectacular we were in awe of the view off of the deck and dock of this house. Could not have been better.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B., Wernersville, PA

Most Wonderful
My wife and I rented many vacation homes over the years, this rates as one of the best. Everything you need is there, even a power strip to charge your electronics. The house is beautiful and the view is awesome. When we had any questions we got replies right away before we came up. It was a pleasure dealing with the owners, and Den the care taker. We plan to come up in 2018 for 2 weeks this time we only hope we can get this place again. I would recommend this place to anyone. Tom, Pam, Brenda
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jb F.

Wow. Just wow!
This is a wonderful home with an incredible view and a great location. The owner has spent a lot of time thinking of how to make this a totally stress free vacation. The home is immaculate. So many thoughtful touches - clearly a labor of love. We drank our coffee on the patio in the AM, followed by some paddling along the lake (biking most afternoons on the park loop), drinks by the lake watching the stars! Heaven. Situated between Southwest Harbor and Bar Harbor - easy to scoot over to Sawyers for any food we needed. We have already booked our return for next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eileen L.

Best place on the lake!
We have been staying on Long Pond for 15 plus years and have always looked up at the house on the bluff dreaming that some day we might stay there. Well this year a week opened up and our dream came true! The cabin is comfortable and well laid out. Plenty of bathrooms and places to sleep. The kitchen and bathrooms are well equipped. Also many places to gather in large or small groups throughout the house and property. AND THE VIEW IS BEYOND DESCRIPTION!! This is not a million dollar view, it is a billion dollar view. A most enjoyable and relaxing stay. It was very hard to leave and go home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Unbelievable!
The pictures are a great attempt at trying to show what it is like to be here. But nothing can really do it justice, no words, no video, no pictures. If you are coming to Mount Desert Island there will not be a better place to stay. I have been coming to MDI for 20 yrs, and nothing can compare. The house has everything you need to keep you comfortable and entertained for the duration of your stay. You will be able to enjoy the full Maine experience right from this location. If you want to hit the major tourist spots (Cadillac Mt, Acadia, hiking, biking, fishing, the ocean, Bar Harbor) it is all just minutes from your door. But the view you see every day and the seclusion is unmatched. Put this place on your must do list.

About the host

Hosted by Bianchi Realty Trust, Rai Bianchi - Trustee

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I am the Trustee of a family Trust owns this property gifted to the Trust by the parents for their three sons (the beneficiaries). We rent out the home when family is not vacationing there and reinvest any surplus to constantly improve the property.

Why they chose this property

It is arguably the best site on Long Pond and one of the top venues on MDI enjoys a very charming camp with all the conveniences of a modern home and excellent recreational access to Long Pond. The locals have known that the clean lakes of Mount Desert are the place to be. . This home was purchased from the original owners as a modest camp and expanded to a modern lakefront home in the mid 80's with 3 bedrooms, a loft, and 4 baths. The property is heated year round avoiding the musty odor associated with many seasonal camps.

What makes this property unique

This vacation home enjoys knotty pine walls, vaulted ceilings and a chalet style wall of windows which brings the exceptional view inside. It is located in a private setting that rivals the beauty of Acadia National Park - and actually overlooks it. We never tire of the incredible panorama that unfolds from the south facing deck. Top O' The Ridge is a truly exceptional recreation destination and not just an access point to other attractions.

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