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Bright lakefront home, near Acadia, family-friendly, w/guest house! ☼

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Otis, ME
  • Beech Hill Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Telephone Museum
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Green Lake
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

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About this property

Bright lakefront home, near Acadia, family-friendly, w/guest house! ☼

Welcome to Beech Hill Pond! Here you can expect a rejuvenating stay that suits your lifestyle.

Whether you're looking for a landing spot to explore Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, a gathering place for a fun family getaway, a quiet waterfront retreat to work remotely, or just a place to make s'mores at by the fire - The Beech House is the place for you!

Take a break from work at The Beech House where you'll have the opportunity to enjoy the great state of Maine - The Way Life Should Be

BEECH HILL POND, OTIS, MAINE
Beech Hill Pond is home to a friendly neighborhood with many year-round homeowners on the lake. The Beech House is conveniently located 20 minutes from Ellsworth for any shopping/necessities. Also located 45 minutes to Maine's Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, and other coastal treasures of Maine! Only a 45 minute drive from Bangor International Airport as well.

The lake boasts the perfect place to go fishing, swimming, boating, and kayaking! Nearby public boat launch for those that have their own boat, and rental options in the area as well. For those outdoor enthusiasts there is hiking to the north at Chick Hill (30 minute drive) and Eagle Bluff (20 minute drive). To the south the one and only Acadia National Park/Bar Harbor (45 minutes). For the food enthusiasts, a 45-50 minute drive from the property can get you just about anything Maine has to offer (check out our guidebook for some local recommendations!).

THE SPACE
Waterfront | Private Dock | Fire Pit | Guest House | Wraparound Deck | 1,600 Sq Ft

At The Beech House on Beech Hill Pond, we aim to provide the best Maine experience for our guests! Recreational amenities, at-home necessities, Wi-Fi access and more will be provided, and there is also easy access to nearby towns!

This space is perfect for accommodating multiple families or large groups. Our main house sits directly on the lake and is the perfect spot to spend the day eating, relaxing, and enjoying the views. Our beautiful guest house is seated across the road and allows for up to six more guests. The guest house balcony looks out on to the lake, which makes for a wonderful morning coffee spot.

MAIN HOUSE SLEEPING / KITCHEN / INDOOR LIVING
-Master Bedroom 1: King Bed
-Bedroom 2: Full Bed
-Living Room: Futon and comfy chair
-Fully equipped, 2-stool breakfast bar, electric range cooktop, oven, full-sized fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, kuerig, cooking basics, dishware, utensils
-Furnished living area, flat-screen Smart TV, dining table, built-in bench, high-speed Wi-Fi, direct deck access.

GUEST HOUSE SLEEPING / KITCHENETTE / INDOOR LIVING
-Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
-Bedroom 4: Queen Bed
-Living Room: Pull-out sofa bed & comfy chair
-Potential space for air mattress -- not provided by hosts
-Full-sized fridge, sink, microwave, toaster, kuerig, dishware, utensils
-Furnished living area, flat-screen Smart TV, dining table, Wi-Fi, balcony access, first floor screened in patio access.

Folding cot with mattress, pack n' play, and portable highchair available upon request.

OUTDOOR LIVING: Direct lake access, dock, kayaks, chairs, private deck, dining table, gas grill, fire pit.

The Beech House has 50 feet of shore frontage, with a beautiful sand beach that guests can enjoy during the warm months. The water gradually gets deeper, allowing guests to relax in the shallow waters.

**The dock will be put in the water on Memorial Day and will be taken out on October 2nd.**

GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, iron & board, linens, towels, baseboard heat and central A/C (Main House), central air (Guest House), keyless entry

PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), mid-sized RV & trailer parking available

ACCESSIBILITY: The main house is all one level on the inside and can be accessed by going up or down one small step from the driveway. The front deck has stairs leading to the ground and towards the beach/waters edge or dock. The guest house is on the second floor above the garage. Entry is through the side patio and up one set of stairs. Maine weather can be unpredictable, but the driveway is accessed directly off of a maintained town road (unpaved). Watch your step around the property and water at all times and especially when icy or wet and please be weary of potentially bumpy roads in your vehicle.

GUEST ACCESS
Guests will have access to the entire property. If the Guest House (area above the garage) is not needed/used guests should notify hosts.

GETTING AROUND
You will need a vehicle to explore beyond the lake, however, if you intend to remain at The Beech House you will have everything you need. The Beech House is located on an unpaved road that is maintained by the Town of Otis and fluctuates seasonally. Please be mindful when driving to the property as the road can be bumpy at times.

West Shore Road is a private gravel road that follows the length of the lake approximately 4-5 miles. Gary Moore Rd (paved) is about 2 miles South East of the property and Route 1A (to Bangor) is about 8 miles NW. In Maine the road conditions change during the year. There can be some bumps here and there at times so please be mindful.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Guest house includes two-bedroom, one bathroom apartment above garage. Guests will not be given access to actual garage bay. Guests staying in guest house should be aware of large staircase leading to apartment. Guest house is not handicap accessible.

Beach front and dock are only accessible by stairs, making them not handicap accessible.

Property manager

Garvey Melmed

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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

About the area

Ellsworth

Ellsworth is home to this holiday home. Grand Theatre and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Downeast Scenic Railroad.
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Otis, ME

What's nearby

  • Beech Hill Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 23 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Branch Lake - 28 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Telephone Museum - 30 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Green Lake - 31 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Downeast Kettle Korn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Snack Bar - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Jaks Famous Franks - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright lakefront home, near Acadia, family-friendly, w/guest house! ☼ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Bright lakefront home, near Acadia, family-friendly, w/guest house! ☼?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright lakefront home, near Acadia, family-friendly, w/guest house! ☼?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright lakefront home, near Acadia, family-friendly, w/guest house! ☼ located?

Situated in Ellsworth, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Beech Hill Pond and within 12 miles (20 km) of Green Lake and Phillips Lake. Ellsworth Congregational Church and Ellsworth Historical Society are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

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

Relaxing Lakeside

The property was right on relaxing Beech Hill Pond and it was a very quiet and relaxing time. There was plenty of room for all of us and being able to bring the dogs made it very convenient. Having the rooms in different buildings allowed for more privacy for each couple. The house was well stocked and had everything we needed. We had a great time and will be looking to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting; house a bit small/rough for the price

Everything was nice except the house had a pervasive odor of old lobster and mold, especially in the master bedroom. Granted, it was a very rainy weekend but the master bedroom smelled bad enough that I spent one night on the couch. Another issue was that all of the towels had been washed but not thoroughly dried, so we had to redo the entire batch. We were then charged extra for dog hair on the couch: $75 to vacuum the couch was a bit much considering we paid about $1600 and had the above issues. Would stay again except for the odor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Garvey Melmed

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English