Oceanfront Cove Adventure for up to 12. Gorgeous setting. 500’ of waterfront.

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Enjoy days and evenings on the expansive deck watching tides roll in and out.

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12233.9 sq m

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Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Parking available
Outdoor space

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Swans Island, ME

Acadia National Park
‪79 min drive‬
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
‪80 min drive‬
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
‪98 min drive‬
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
‪102 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Bunk Beds

Loft with bed and chair

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Make Hideaway Cove part of your spring, summer & fall from now on! This is a private wooded setting right on the Atlantic. The island shoreline is perfect for watching nature and the tides roll in and out. Enjoy sunrises and sunsets by winding through the property wooded trail to a big rock at the shoreline for sitting and gazing !

Hideaway Cove is a 4 bedroom (plus loft) spacious multilevel home, with water views throughout. It includes a master bedroom (king) & full bath on the first floor, 3 bedrooms plus loft, including a fun 4 bed bunk room, on the 2nd floor! Guest room 1 has a Queen bed. Guest room 2 has two twin beds and a futon. Guest room 3 has 3 singles & 1 double in bunk bed format. Loft has a double bed. There is a full bath upstairs too. New carpeting in bedrooms installed in 2021.

Seasonal Fireplace, fully furnished recently remodeled kitchen with microwave and utensils, full washer and dryer, VHS TV, two flatscreen TVs with DVD players, wireless internet, multilevel decks, gas grill and outdoor seating all add to the desired comforts of a meaningful vacation experience.

Recently installed automatic home generator system for those power outages.

Enjoy the ever changing sea with 10'+ tides. Swim in the ocean, relax at Fine Sand Beach or swim at the island rock quarry. Buy lobster from the local market or dig clams and mussels! Enjoy the surprises that Swans Island has to offer and be enchanted right from the beginning as you board the Henry Lee Ferry that takes you and your car from Bass Harbor to Swan's Island!

Close proximity to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Earlier this year, Bar Harbor was named the best small town to visit in the USA by U.S. News & World Report. It was also named among the most beautiful towns in America by Conde Nast Traveler.

You will want to return to Hideaway Cove every year like a number of families are already doing.

Lock your dates in because this unique waterfront property gets reserved quickly.

One week minimum. SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ONLY. No campers or tents per homeowners association regulations.

Property manager

John and Susan Clause

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Languages

English

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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

Smoking allowed outside only.

If check-in is within 90 days, the full balance owed is due and payable at booking. If 2 week rental, cleaning fee is $500 & maid will clean mid stay

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swans Island

Located in Swans Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Stonington Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Edgar M. Tennis Preserve and Somes Sound. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Swans Island, ME

What's nearby

Spindle Cove - 16 min drive - 6.4 km
Acadia National Park - 79 min drive - 19.7 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 80 min drive - 19.9 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 98 min drive - 40.3 km
Cadillac Mountain - 112 min drive - 50.2 km

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

‪Swan's Island Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
‪Swans Island Fishermens Co-Op Pound - ‬10 min drive
‪Boathouse Gifts & Take Out - ‬10 min drive
‪Captain's Galley - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Cove Adventure for up to 12. Gorgeous setting. 500’ of waterfront. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Cove Adventure for up to 12. Gorgeous setting. 500’ of waterfront. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Cove Adventure for up to 12. Gorgeous setting. 500’ of waterfront. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Cove Adventure for up to 12. Gorgeous setting. 500’ of waterfront. located?

This Swans Island holiday home is on the beach, 4 mi (6.4 km) from Spindle Cove, and within 12 mi (20 km) of East Cove and Acadia National Park. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Mo T.

1 Nov 2024

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

Beautiful surroundings, but inconvenient 40 minute ferry

Peaceful spot for family gathering.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

26 Aug 2024

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

Wonderful Stay

We had an excellence experience! The house was perfect and the owner was very responsive. I would highly recommend this to any family looking for a relaxing and fun getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ciara H.

18 Aug 2024

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

Stunning Trip

What a beautiful location that was enhanced by a wonderful property. Plenty of space for 12 guests both inside and out. We did have 3 couples so not having 3 private rooms to accommodate that was a little disappointing but it ended up working out just fine. Plenty of space in the beautiful kitchen and the myriad spaces on the deck were fabulous! The location was great to swim at higher tide right off of Sunrise Point (on the property) and our older kids were able to manage the walk to Fine Sand Beach just fine. We were so pleased with how well-equipped the entire house was, from kitchenware to beach towels. Thanks, John and Susan

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

4 Aug 2024

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

Family Reunion

My husband and I stayed with two of our sons and their children. We came to the beautiful Island to attend a family reunion. Everyone loved the house. We had stayed at the same house back around 2005 and loved it even more this time. Lots of space to spread out when you want quiet time and large enough when we were all together. Would rent here again when we come back next time. Loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

30 July 2024

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

Excellent

Delightful property. Enjoyed watching the tide and exploring the island. House is beautiful and welcominging. We were pleased to find it well stocked. Would definately recommend this property. John and Susan were always available and quick to answer our questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

24 July 2024

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

Relaxing stay in a great home

This was our 5th stay at this home on Swan's Island, and it does not disappoint. The house is well appointed with kitchen wares including a pretty good array of basic spices, paper goods, and pots/pans etc. If you forgot it before taking the ferry to Swan's Island, and can't find it in the kitchen or pantry, The Island Market and Supply (TIMS) has plenty of staples and interesting regionally sourced foods to augment what you brought with you on the island. We would have liked to have wine glasses (only one to be found in the kitchen) but picked up a few at Iver's thrift shop to make do! The house is pretty cozy for our group of 10 family and friends (with just two bathrooms), but we enjoyed meals seated around the large center island in the kitchen and found plenty of places to lounge in the family room area. The best aspects of "Ocean Cove Adventure" are the location and the outside spaces. We love the large decks, beautiful back-bay views, and the bayside seating on the peninsula. Thanks for another great stay on Swan's Island

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy H.

10 July 2024

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

Beautiful home!

The house was incredible - even more beautiful than the pictures. Very comfy for five adults and two young kids. We loved all the different sitting spots everywhere and it was very serene. We only wished they would have allowed us to use the outdoor fire table or mentioned that it couldn’t be used in the listing. Otherwise we had a lovely stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

16 June 2024

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

A beautiful house in the woods

The house is beautiful, out on a little point. Watching the tide come in and out everyday was amazing. My kids played in the shallows and went kayaking around in the ocean. It's probably the safest part of the ocean you could ever kayak in. Was really nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim R.

5 Oct 2023

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

Peace and quiet

Had a great time at this island retreat! Only the sounds of nature and the wind. We loved exploring the island hiking paths, light house, fine sand beach, etc. Everything was as described and the TIMS market pizza was very good. Overall a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

17 Sept 2023

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

Peaceful paradise

The views were spectacular! The quietness of the cove was refreshing! Our hosts have created an environment where even with a large group staying together there were many spots set up for peaceful reflection and just relaxing looking at the views. The grandchildren loved exploring and catching crabs in the cove. The home was gorgeous and extremely well stocked! Loved everything about it!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jesse C.

5 Sept 2023

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

Magical location for family vacation

Beautiful setting, house, and overall a great property and communication with the owners. We had a blast. There were a couple misleading things in the listing, and a couple imperfections that surprised me for the price. We were excited to use the fireplace and deck propane fire table, but neither of those were available to use. There was also a small area in one bedroom that had a leaky chimney issue and what looked like mold, which was condoned off with caution tape , and one of the bathroom sinks was out of order. i understand that some of that is out of the owners control, especially on an island. the only other recommendation/concern is that the 10 AM checkout time and extensive checkout list, including not just starting linens, but having all towels dried and put away means you need to get up quite early on check out day. Most checkout times are 11, and most places simply ask you to strip beds and start a load. Overall, in spite of these things i would recomnend the property, as the setting and house are incredible and John is easy to communicate with.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

20 Aug 2023

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

Quiet

My husband and I love the quiet seclusion, it was truly a vacation. We ate lobster, kayaked, and played games. It was a nice time to reconnect

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia B.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Peaceful setting

Hideaway Cove is a very nice house in a great setting. Close to Fine Sand beach which is amazing. I highly recommend making reservations for the ferry. They can be made 1 month in advance.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W., United States

6 Aug 2023

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

Great week in a beautiful setting

The house had everything we could have asked for: comfortable bedrooms, well-supplied kitchen, and large deck to enjoy the views and the ever-changing tides. Communication with John was prompt and easy. We brought our kayaks and easily launched from the back yard into the beautiful Mackerel Cove. All-in-all a great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

leslie s.

23 July 2023

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

Amazing

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful and well equipped home! The views were amazing and we really enjoyed exploring Swans Island!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

5 July 2023

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

Our remarkable week

We had a wonderful time in a beautiful home. If you wanted some quiet there were quite a number of relaxing spots on the property to sit and read or just listen to the sound of the little waterfall and watch the changing tides. The island itself had a lot of places to explore . beaches the Lighthouse the museum or you could go out on different excursions. We chose the lobster boat trip which we really enjoyed plus we came home with some great lobsters! All in all from the ferry boat ride to the island we loved every minute being there.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

1 July 2023

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

Maine Vacation 2023

Staying at Hideaway Cove was absolutely a dream vacation. The location and views from the home were from a storybook. It was quiet and secluded from the outside world, which is exactly what we needed. We kayaked and explored the lagoon daily. We went on hikes and explored the island as well. The house is located in close proximity to Acadia, so we took the ferry to Bass Harbor and drove to Acadia two days during our stay. We also got to spend time in Bar Harbor shopping. The house was well taken care of and perfect for our family. The kitchen was well-equipped and made cooking and eating in all week a breeze. Thank you so much for having us.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

26 May 2023

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

Wonderful week!

We thoroughly enjoyed the property. If you have never been to Swan's Island, it is a real treat. The house was perfect, everything we needed, just the right mix of rustic and modern, and plenty of room. We especially enjoyed the decks and outdoor sitting areas, as we spent most of the time outdoors with the excellent weather. There are 5 distinct "sleeping areas", and we had plenty of room. But, the bunk room and loft might be a bit of a challenge for some older guests so keep that in mind. Overall, we had a great week. John was very responsive and made sure we had everything that we needed. Would not hesitate to stay again! Thanks John & Susan.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

21 Sept 2022

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

Quiet & Relaxing

We loved the location, the tranquility and the terrific house. Especially pleased with the quality of the second and third bedrooms (often not the case with rentals). We were able to launch our kayaks easily at high tide and explore the different coves. Fine Sand Beach was a delight and we appreciated having the store close by.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

9 Sept 2022

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

Swans Island is an amazing place!

Our group of 10 had a wonderful time on Swans Island and the rental was great! Location is perfect with a wonderful deck overlooking the water. Highly recommended for a family vacation

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

willa v.

22 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful House on Remote Island

We rented this house for family guests attending our son’s wedding. They loved the location and house.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER W.

14 Aug 2022

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

True Maine getaway

We were looking to experience Maine For the first time and Swans Island didn’t disappoint. We hiked, kayaked, swam and relaxed. Our teenagers got a bit bored but they also thought was a great experience. The property was everything we hoped it would be

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

22 July 2022

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

Great house in a wonderful location

This was a return visit for our family to this home and our first under the new ownership. The house and property are wonderful, and owners have added some nice touches without changing the character of the home we've enjoyed so much in the past. We did find the kitchen and pantry in particular much less well-stocked than during past stays. There was a long list of new rules, and penalties for violating them, including charges for leaving any food or spices, etc behind. For an island with only one well-stocked but limited grocery option, this was unfortunate as no spices except salt and pepper were left behind by prior renters. Based on prior rental experiences, a more comprehensive spice rack, and at least a few coffee k-cups would have been nice, although of course we also brought our own. Other items like detergent, and paper towels were limited, and the gas grill propane was empty when we arrived. Fortunately, "The Island Market & Supply, TIMS" on the island has propane service. Overall, we still loved our stay, but the hospitality was just a bit different than our prior experience here. The Island Market and Supply is still wonderful and the proprietors could not be more friendly and accommodating (and they do a great job of stocking a lot of good stuff despite the very small footprint of the store). Don't miss the Lighthouse trails, and if your timing is right, the Oddfellows Sunday pancake breakfast is a fun community atmosphere.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

26 June 2022

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

Magical stay

We had a absolutely magical stay! Pictures don't even don't do justice for this charming Just incredible views of the cove. We enjoyed a lobster fishing trip with Jason on Swans Island, day trips to Acadia and kayaking in the cove. Hidden Cove was well equipped for all your cooking needs and spacious for our large crowd. Such a memorable vacation! We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

19 June 2022

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

A great week at Hideaway Cove!

We had a great week at Hideaway Cove! Swans Island was wonderful, we enjoyed Fine Sand Beach, the quarry, lobster from the co-op and pizza from TIMS Market. The access to the water and having a private lagoon was awesome, we kayaked and spent time searching for sea critters. The kids had lots to explore around the property. We also took the ferry over two days to explore Acadia- it was amazing- Thunder Hole, Cadillac Mountain, Jordan Pond,, Bar Harbor-- just to name a few highlights. The house was clean and well stocked with supplies. Our two families could not have asked for a better place to spend our week together!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by John and Susan Clause

Why they chose this property

The location of this home with Back Cove on one side and a quiet lagoon on the other side made this the perfect choice for us. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, want to stop, listen and not hear anything, then this is the place for you. Read a book on the deck or borrow one of the books on the book case. Play board games in the evening, hike wooded trails, dig clams, watch the Lobstermen bring in their catch or sleep the day away on the deck...it's all here. Yet, you are a 30 minute ferry ride from Bass Harbor and Mt. Desert Island. It's not home away from home, it's 'relax away from home'!

What makes this property unique

The views from the house and deck make you wake up every morning and think you are in paradise! The low tides are just as pretty as the high tides! Seeing the sea gulls swoop down, pick up a clam or mussel, then fly high over the big boulders that line the shoreline and drop them to crack them open and then eat them is mesmerizing! We like to follow one bird and see where they pick their clam and then guess which boulder they will fly to, drop and eat! We chose this property over others due to the serene location and ocean views.

Make sure you check out Fine Sand Beach, the Quarry swimming hole and TIMS take out - Friday night is pizza night, but order early! Goose Pond is about a mile walk…some may want to crest the ridge behind it for the view of the Atlantic and walk down to the ocean beach. Hike to Noah's Ballast and enjoy the views of Frenchboro!
Check out the bold coast on High Head Beach on the east side of the island.

Make the short drive to Hockamock Head Lighthouse. The views are amazing and you will want to see it at low tide and high tide to experience the crashing waves. There are several trails around the lighthouse that take you to 2 different beaches.

Want to dig clams or muscles? Wait for low tide and look for the small holes in the sand! Grab a shovel and start digging!!

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

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Bedroom 4

Loft with bed and chair

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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