Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!
DOG FRIENDLY! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay on the quieter side of the island. Short drives to Southwest Harbor, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, and Acadia National Park (ANP) for a day filled with adventures back to relax on the deck to watch the sunset illuminate the Western Mountains of Acadia.
Property manager
Krista Thorsell & Joe Baranello
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Seal Cove
Located in Seal Cove, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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.
Seal Cove, ME
What's nearby
Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 24 min drive - 23.4 km
Otter Cliff - 26 min drive - 24.5 km
Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 27.9 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Shell - 11 min drive
Hansen's Outpost - 11 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 17 min drive
Gott's Store - 12 min drive
Tan Turtle Tavern - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful & quiet home under 10 minutes from Acadia National Park. DOG FRIENDLY! located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Seal Cove Pond and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The property was located in a quiet and relaxing area, but still within a short drive of all the sites of Acadia. A small fenced yard was perfect for our dogs as well, we definitely had a great time.
Property was clean and the perfect size for our family of five, plus black lab. The fenced in yard was helpful for our dog. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and we enjoyed using the grill. We recommend checking out the car museum walking distance from the house.
Property owners were responsive and refunded a nights stay, but the level of cleanliness was a big issue. Cottage had not be cleaned and was not ready for us. The cottage needs a deep, detailed cleaning to make it comfortable.
Renters need to be aware that the fence is for larger dogs, as the mesh is too large for smaller dogs.
Downstairs gets warm, but the upstairs bedrooms have AC.
Location is great and out of the busy side of MDI.
Our stay at ‘Slice of Haven’ was great! Well-stocked with all necessities and then some. Comfortable beds were appreciated. I have stayed in many MDI properties and have never seen a rental kitchen that was so well supplied.
Spices and a few pantry staples were on hand, as well as appliances like blender, electric kettle, coffee grinder and french press. All of which I use daily at home, so it was great to have those. You will find plenty of decent quality cookware including a nice big lobster pot, which is a must! We made use of the gas grill also.
There were a few games and toys thoughtfully included for the kids. Lots of thoughtful items for dogs, too.
We were very comfortable in the house and the backyard looks onto a lovely native meadow and apple trees.
Our family of 4 had a nice stay here. We had everything we needed and never had to contact the hosts with any big issues. The house is well-appointed with plenty of spices and cooking utensils in the kitchen and many thoughtful touches in the bathroom such as toiletries, first-aid kit, and hair dryer. The upstairs bedrooms were comfortable and kept cool by two window air conditioners. There are no window ACs downstairs so it can get pretty hot. There was a nice deck and grill for hanging out and eating outdoors.
A couple of things to be aware of:
1) there is an overwhelming smell of wet dog when the house is hot and windows are shut. We have stayed at pet-friendly houses in the past but this was the first time we've experienced this.
2) the door leading into the kitchen sticks (a LOT) in hot, humid weather. My husband was the only one who was strong enough to pull it open.
Mei C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Krista Thorsell & Joe Baranello
Joe and I travel for work most months of the year but our home (lovingly called Slice of Haven) is our home base. We love Acadia no matter the time of year and want to share the area with other outdoor enthusiasts. Joe grew up on Mount Desert Island and I transplanted to the island 13 years ago.
Why they chose this property
Our home acre was split off of the original property named Sweet Haven and we thought Slice of Haven was a perfect name and nod to our wonderful neighbors. Our neighbors who still own Sweet Haven have a volunteer project growing over 1,200 tons of food in tidy raised beds for food insecure elderly folks in our island communities. Krista volunteered at this project and the rest is history. It is a quiet community with lots of green space between homes with spacious yards and fields.