Shorefront Cottage on Bass Harbor with Mountain Views

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"Picea" is a spacious cottage on the shore of Bass Harbor, which is steps away.

Deck with entrances to dining room and master bedroom

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Hot tub

Explore the area

Bernard, ME

Acadia National Park
‪2 min drive‬
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
‪6 min drive‬
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
‪7 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Enjoy living on the Maine coast with views of the mountains of Acadia National Park. 'Picea' (Latin for spruce) is a spacious cottage located on Bass Harbor. The cottage provides a private, quiet escape within easy walking distance to the Bass Harbor town dock, Bernard library, and Thurston's, one of the best lobster pounds on Mount Desert Island.

Sit on the spacious deck or in the sunny living room and watch eagles soaring overhead. In the evening, enjoy a cozy fire in the living room fireplace.

The large, well appointed master bedroom, with a separate entrance to the deck, captures the morning sun. Connected to the bedroom is a tiled bathroom with a walk in shower.

Fine dining , groceries, galleries, are minutes away in Southwest Harbor. Acadia National Park is easily accessible as are the warm waters of Echo and Long Lake for swimming

Keywords: secluded, quiet, one level, tastefully furnished, comfortable, waterfront, well equipped, sunny,

Property manager

Susan Edson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Bernard

Located in Bernard, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and Naturalist's Notebook are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bernard, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 24 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬3 min drive
‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬9 min drive
‪Gott's Store - ‬4 min drive
‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬28 min drive
‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shorefront Cottage on Bass Harbor with Mountain Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shorefront Cottage on Bass Harbor with Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shorefront Cottage on Bass Harbor with Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shorefront Cottage on Bass Harbor with Mountain Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Acadia National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Wendell Gilley Museum are also within 6 miles (10 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

Nicole O.

10 July 2024

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

Great location!

This was our favorite stay on Mt. Desert Island! Susan was a wonderful host and easily accessible. She gave us some great recommendations for hikes and restaurants nearby. Our place had all the amenities we needed. Comfortable beds, great views and loved sitting out on the deck in the morning and evening. Right on the water!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith b.

23 Oct 2024

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

much needed break from the grind of life

3 of us came from Arizona and TN. We enjoyed hiking, eating lobster, hanging out at this beautiful house. Susan was a wonderful host and we loved the house and the views. Hope to get back to Acadia soon. Thanks again

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A.

22 Aug 2023

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

Picea

Beautiful property with everything you need. Incredible view of Bass Harbor, water access, and very comfortable beds and bedrooms. Susan and her husband are very responsive and kind. You cannot go wrong staying in this lovely home.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., New Port Richey

6 Aug 2019

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

Nice peaceful vacation in Bernard, Maine

We had a very pleasant stay at Picea vacation rental. The home has large windows and a nice deck overlooking the harbor. Acadia National park is close where we hiked, biked on carriage trails and went swimming at Echo lake. Loved the lobster roll and lobster stew at Thurstons. We also went on a whaling cruise and saw humpback whales. Overall, a great vacation!

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A.

17 Aug 2024

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

Maine, the way life should be

This is our second year staying at Picea and with Susan and Dave Edson. Picea is a wonderful spot and the Edison's are very nice people. They are always there to help but are very respectful of your privacy. This house and experience exemplifies, "Maine, the way life should be."

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

29 July 2023

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

Lovely

Susan and her husband were so welcoming to their lovely house in Bernard. They provided tips and were always available to answer questions. The house is roomy and comfortable and has a lovely view of the water.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 July 2023

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

Wonderful Week in Bernard

We have rented several properties on MDI, and this is in the top 3. It is even better than the pictures. Right on the water and close to the village of Bernard. Plenty of space for us and our college-age children (which worked well since the weather wasn’t great). Comfortable, clean, well-supplied and tastefully decorated. Wish we could have stayed longer! Thank you, Susan!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

31 July 2024

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

Quiet, clean and beautiful Mt. Desert Island home

This home in Bernard on the water on the south side of Mt. Desert Island was a wonderful and very comfortable home for our group of 5 adults. It was clean and had all we needed to relax, prepare meals, and sleep well after the day exploring the region. The owners were quickly responsive to any questions and had suggestions on local hiking spots and where to eat close by. We enjoyed our time on the porch relaxing in the cool summer weather (we are from FL so it felt like heaven to us), soaking in the smell of the trees, and the peacefulness of silence other than birds and the breeze.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gwyn h.

19 Sept 2022

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

Magic in Maine

Loved the location and view! Homeowners were responsive to any issues that arrived. We had many meals at the different restaurants in the different towns which were all great! -especially Thurston's down the road! We decided to cook a few dinners at the cottage which was fine for simple meals. We had a thoroughly enjoyable experience!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry E.

27 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing Stay

The cottage was just as described and had all the amenities we could need! The beds were very comfortable too. We especially enjoyed the large deck that overlooked the lake. If you're looking for a dock to fish or launch a boat, there was none though the scenery was stunning. The location was somewhat remote however only a 30-minute drive to downtown Bar Harbour. We found our stay incredibly relaxing and our hosts accommodating.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

AN R., VIROFLAY (next to Versailles) in France

15 Aug 2022

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

Le meilleur endroit pour profiter pleinement du MDI

Nous étions 2 couples d’amis et avons trouvé la maison exceptionnelle. La vue sur l’eau est super et change selon les marées. La maison est très bien équipée, rien ne manque pour passer une semaine sans souci et tout fonctionne très bien. Susan propose même un distributeur d’eau si on n’aime pas le goût de l’eau du robinet. Belle attention. La literie est de très bonne qualité. Même si c’était le mois d’août, nous avons dû allumer deux fois le chauffage en soirée : il fonctionnait rapidement et efficacement et nous avons pu l’arrêter après juste quelques heures. La décoration de la maison est vraiment faite avec beaucoup de goût, les peintures s’inspirent des environs, des détails rappellent la mer et la pêche aux homards. Nous nous sommes sentis chez nous et avons quitté cette maison avec regrets. Susan s’est vraiment bien occupée de nous, soucieuse que tout se passe bien (nous sommes arrivés tard et la lumière était même allumée). Elle nous a également aidés par avance pour organiser une sortie en mer pour la pêche et la dégustation d’homard.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

22 Sept 2021

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

Loved the quiet side of the island

Nice location that felt like a real getaway. Clean, friendly, peaceful place. The cottage is much bigger than expected. Three bedrooms for two people was overkill & we couldn't use the stove/oven, but it was lovely all the same. One thing to note: incredibly steep & tricky driveway to get to the entrance of the house if you've more than one vehicle. It's a very hilly island though and it adds to the feeling of seclusion. Would definitely recommend Picea for larger groups and families to appreciate it's full spectrum. :)

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nora R., Brookline, MA. USA

24 Aug 2021

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

Beautiful property

We had a wonderful time staying there

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D., Asheville

4 Aug 2021

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

Wonderful stay at Picea

Picea, the house we rented, was wonderful and our host, Susan, was very responsive, helpful and a pleasure to meet. The house is exactly as advertised. Everything was clean, in order and ready for us when we arrived. It's cozy and right on the water near John's Island at the upper reaches of Bass Harbor. Convenient to both Northeast and Southwest Harbor. Susan gave us several great tips on where to eat, how to avoid the crowds at Thurston's (great tip that saved us an hour) and how to get around the traffic leaving the Island on Saturday. She is a wonderful host. I would highly recommend this rental.

About the host

Hosted by Susan Edson

Dave and I are New Englanders who have lived in Maine for over 40 years. We have been full time residents in our home in Bernard for 12 years.
Having grown up on the ocean, I love having property where I can watch how the weather and tides change our view of Bass Harbor on a daily basis.

Why they chose this property

Bernard is one of five villages in the town of Tremont. Bernard is a small area which affords walking distance from our house to the post office, library, and town wharf .
Bass Harbor is a lobster fishing harbor which also accommodates some pleasure boats. Nearby islands can be seen from vantage points in the village.

What makes this property unique

"Picea" is located away from Bernard Road and affords a good deal of privacy.
The cottage is 75 feet from the water, which is tidal. Watching the changing tide , seeing eagles circling around, and all the different types of shore birds is fun!

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English

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property