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living and dining taken next to wood stove

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Seal Cove, ME

Acadia National Park5 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center17 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)19 min drive
Cadillac Mountain31 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1 Popover

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

REQUESTS FOR 2024 CAN BE MADE NOW.
WE ACCEPT RESERVATIONS by the week only, Sat-Sat
We do have a no-pet policy for guest tenants

Popover is one of 4 cottages available to rent on this large waterfront property. It has a bit of height over the cove and Blue Hill Bay.
The living space faces south and west for spectacular sunset views. There is a brand new West Elm sleep sofa in the main living room. The sleeping loft hosts a king bed. Access is a very sturdy ladder-like stairway.

The kitchen is creatively functional. Single burner unit, electric frypan, large toaster oven, mini microwave, large dorm-style fridge, and deck side BBQ make this a great space for easy-peasy cooks. Coffee maker & tea kettle included.

Other cottages on this property include:
Barnacle (sleeps 4), RabbitHole (sleeps 4-5), & Boathouse (2)

Thank you. Find us on the search Acadia Cottages Barnacle Landing.

We rent Saturday to Saturday, only! OPEN UNTIL mid-OCTOBER

We would love to secure your vacation time on MDI here at Barnacle Landing. The VRBO connections have been wonderful and everyone has expressed their wonder and amazement at our best-kept secret, the cottages on the bay. Renters are still saying this place 'exceeds expectations'. What else can we say? Come see for yourselves.

This family-run property offers quiet respite steps from Acadia National Park. The cottages are kid-friendly and have great decks for sunsets, b-b-qs, and playing. (Sorry, no pets) The surrounding woods are nature's masterpiece quintessential Maine. There is lots more we offer, email me for details of Barnacle Landing, on the WESTSIDE of MDI off Tremont Road.

The property is 1500 feet of shoreline and the cove proves to be a great place to explore Maine marine life and geology. Nearby, Pretty Marsh is chock full of places to explore in our kayaks and rowboats. The harbor is home to seals, porpoises, great blue herons, osprey, and frequent eagles. Fishing and crabbing is always a great way to spend your time.

If you like to swim in the ocean, there are ladders at the dock and a gravel beach to wander in and out of the waves. Of course, there are warmer ponds and lakes very nearby, too.

The 40 acres surrounding the cottages are full of woodsy pathways and mossy areas for exploring. There are mussels to collect at low tide and you can steam your own lobsters on the deck of your house. And, SUNSET is an amazing feature here on the west side of Mount Desert Island.

Keywords: oceanfront, cabin, camp, sunset view, rocky beachfront, Acadia National Park

Property manager

Sheila Eddison

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Ladder stairway to sleeping loft!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Family members may be in residence with pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No outside fires

FYI, we are CLEAN but not pet allergen free

No pets allowed! Owners may have leashed pets on premise.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seal Cove

Located in Seal Cove, this cottage is near theme parks and by the ocean. 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Seal Cove, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
Echo Lake Beach - 16 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 17 min drive
Village Green - 22 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 31 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬19 min drive
‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬13 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬14 min drive
‪The Upper Deck - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Booking weekly or multi weeks thru mid-Oct NOW OPEN FOR INQUIRIES pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Booking weekly or multi weeks thru mid-Oct NOW OPEN FOR INQUIRIES?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Booking weekly or multi weeks thru mid-Oct NOW OPEN FOR INQUIRIES?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Booking weekly or multi weeks thru mid-Oct NOW OPEN FOR INQUIRIES located?

This family-friendly Seal Cove cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Seal Cove Pond and Acadia National Park. Long Pond is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

15 July 2023

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

Lovely and exceptional for the price

Perfect cottage for a quietside retreat. Comfortable space and fairy tale wooded setting near the water. Many travelers we met in Bar Harbor were jealous when they heard about our dreamy coastal rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey F.

12 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful way to experience MDI

We found the location was great for us! Secluded on the quiet side of MDI, yet a good launching point for all the exploring we wanted to do!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laine M.

14 Oct 2021

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

Honeymoon getaway!

This cottage was perfect for us. We came for a week for our honeymoon and never wanted to leave. It was so cozy & cute. We would go out during the day to enjoy some hikes & lobster and come back at night to watch a movie on our laptop by the fire. It was amazing! Sheila was an awesome host as well, very accommodating. We loved every second of our relaxing Maine honeymoon :-)

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefan H.

16 Sept 2021

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

A drop out week

With this beautiful cottage we had a great place to spend awesome vacation days. It offered enough for a small family.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judyann M.

24 Sept 2019

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

Quiet and Beautiful

It was a great vacation nest, very comfortable, perfect for 2. Would go back anytime!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten R.

18 Sept 2019

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

A quiet side waterfront oasis

The Popover was truly the perfect stay. We are active travelers the enjoy having a quiet, comfortable, place to come back to at the end of each day. This perfect cottage was nestled just up from the water on the quiet side of Acadia, allowing us a launching point each morning for whatever fishing or hiking we had planned that day. The sunsets, the solitude, and the over all experience of our week spent here cannot be put into words. My husband enjoyed grilling on the deck each night and wouldn’t stop saying how comfortable the bed was (yes, it’s lofted but he’s 6’5” and still enjoyed it). The cabin had everything we needed to cook, relax, and was easy to find. You really are tucked into the woods to the point you only see the ocean out in front. We were only minutes away from all the quiet side hikes, restaurants, and convenience of the owner’s dock/kayak use was a HUGE bonus. The hosts were so gracious anytime we had questions. We will no doubt be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

7 Oct 2018

Popover cottage is charming and cozy!

Our stay at the Popover cabin was a true retreat. The cabin was clean, cozy, and VERY comfortable (no, honestly it was the MOST comfortable bed). The kitchen was tight but everything worked great and we cooked at home and enjoyed the outside patio for a few nights. The Popover is located on a wonderful property that is secluded from the main roads and has access to the lake with kayaks and beautiful sunset. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

19 Aug 2018

Fell in love with MDI!

It was a great place to stay while we exploded the island!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

17 Aug 2018

Adventure Awaits!

Our family of 5 (2 adults, 3 kids 10 and under) enjoyed our visit at the Popover Cottage in Seal Cove, ME. We arrived and there was a lovely wooded path (short distance) we walked in order to get to the cottage. We loved it. The air was fresh, smelled like pine. The cottage felt remote and had a beautiful view overlooking the water. The loft bed was comfortable. I cannot speak about the pull out sofa since my husband and I used the loft bed, but our kids (all 3!) slept soundly on it. The kitchen was adequate for our needs. The hot plate came in handy and we were able to fit all our food in the dorm size refrigerator (with a little effort and creative placement of containers). The deck was a lovely setting for meals and our kids loved exploring the surrounding woods. There was one window fan we placed in the upstairs loft window which helped on the two really hot days we were there. We really enjoyed the kyaks available for use. It was great that we didn't need to drive anywhere to rent these.... instead we had a lovely, private family outing on the water. Kids loved this. Also, the swing in the woods made a special memory for them. The owners, Sheila and Dave were friendly and accommodating. During the day we explored Acadia and it was more beautiful than we imagined. It was a perfect adventurous get-away for us.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

9 Aug 2018

Cozy, quiet and beautiful!

We loved our stay at the Acadia Popover Cottage!! The popover was clean and comfortable for our family of four. The children slept on the very nice pullout and my wife and I slept up in the loft. The kitchen is small, but functional. We were able to cook a nice vegetable dish in their plug in Wok. There is a real nice porch to sit on and watch the sunset! There are really nice chairs and tables and the porch gets nice afternoon sun. There is also a very nice dock you can relax on and swim, although the water can be cold! There are a few kayaks you can use, plus a row boat. It’s great to sit at in the morning sun. We found the host family to be very accommodating! They are extremely nice and welcoming. Our kids were able to play with some of the other children on the property and they played very well together. I’d definitely recommend this place if you have children. Overall highly recommended and if we ever make it back to Acadia we’d love to stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

16 Feb 2012

Our Perfect Retreat

We have been vacationing regularly at Mount Desert Island for the past 25 years and consider it 'a piece of heaven that dropped from the sky'. It wasn't until we stayed at the Barnacle, last summer, we grew a further appreciation of the Island. The setting is tranquil, and the spirit is extraordinarily peaceful. The views are breathtaking, especially in the early morning mist. The deck, which overlooks the bay, was the perfect setting for reading, doing yoga, playing cards or having our meals. The house was spotless and perfectly suited with games, comfortable furnishings and a well equipped kitchen. The private pier offered us the use of kayaks and a nice place to lounge on the bay. Dave and Sheila even took all the renters out on their sail boat one evening. Area restaurants were terrific and all our shopping needs were close by. Our children didn't even notice the fact there was no TV. It was the perfect vacation.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

10 Feb 2012

A piece of heaven

This will be our 3rd summer coming back to Rabbit Hole with our family, and we intend to come back every year for as long as possible! Truly a spectacular setting that we find to be so invigorating and grounding. Nothing but fresh air, nature's beauty and quality family time. Our days are usually full of hiking and biking around Acadia National Park, heading back to the cottage to swim and use the canoes at the dock, then eating dinner on the porch watching the sun set over the water. Couldn't be better! The cottage is rustic, which we love, and always clean and well-equipped. The owners are very friendly and helpful too. Our kids love it as much as we do! We highly recommend the Barnacle Landing Cottages.

About the host

Hosted by Sheila Eddison

My husband, David, & I have lived on MDI since 2008. We made a life switch from 'the city' and love this place. We are lucky to have work in winter to sustain us- that is the challenge on MDI. Treat the locals with respect, they give it their all in summer!

Why they chose this property

This camp has been in the family for over 60 years. It's very well maintained and improved- it's stellar for a cottage in the Maine woods, on the WEST SIDE of MDI where the sunset rocks. No musty smells! Perfect wood stove with well-stocked firewood make Fall the perfect time to visit.