Wonderful vacation spot for a large family reunion. Everyone had enough space in this beautiful home on the Somes Sound. Gorgeous sunsets every night, plenty to do at our fingertips and perfect if we didn't want to anything. Did not disappoint! Looking forward to going back soon.

Small Cove Point is a truly special place. The house is warm and comfortable--like returning to a family retreat (except not our family, but we were grateful to borrow the experience for a while!) The view from the deck or out the picture windows is stunning. The beach was perfect for our little people to dig and wade and explore. We launched kayaks with ease. We ate at Abel's (more than once) and appreciated easy access to the quieter towns on MDI, while still being close to Bar Harbor when we needed groceries or wanted to go there for some other reason. We hiked into Acadia across the road. The split bedrooms allowed our two families quiet and privacy--particular great to have a quiet room down the hall for our littlest to nap without worrying about our elementary kids' shenanigans. The kitchen had everything we needed. The caretaker greeted us, showed us around, and then left us to ourselves. He seemed like such a nice guy and we appreciated knowing he was there if we needed a hand with something. Our only sadness is not being able to book next year! Recommend highly--we'd love to return sometime.

The deck and view are the best, and the house is close behind. Good layout for families and the owners and caretaker make you feel super welcome. Took advantage of the Chef, Greg, and it was well worth it. Secluded location and so quiet, but easy access to everything, the best of both worlds.

This home was the perfect place to come back to at the end of a day playing on Mount Desert Island. We so enjoyed sitting on the deck after biking and/or kayaking, watching first the sun set and later the stars reflected in Somes Sound. The house had everything we needed to make us comfortable and welcome. I wouldn't change a thing. Thank you for opening your home.

Beautiful house on the sound. Clean well and very well furnished. Beautiful views of the sound. Turkeys, Loons, Geese and a seal right out the back door. Great location for Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Perfect for our family vacation

Beautiful rustic home in quiet wooded setting along the Somes Sound. Very convenient to Acadia NP and dining venues on MDI. Would go back!

The minute we walked onto the property we knew we were somewhere special. This home is amazing and the location is perfect! 10 of us had rooms and bathrooms to ourselves and we didn’t even use one of the bedrooms. We sat on the deck every evening watching the sunset, my grandson chunked rocks and kayaked for the first time and every night we gazed at the stars. There’s a great trail across the road but even just walking around the property was fun. Of course we went into town most days and my adult kids did several hikes. We booked Greg, the amazing chef one night, cooked some great meals and the kitchen has everything you need. When my grandson got back to Oklahoma and woke up the next day he said “why aren’t we at the white House”? I feel the same way! Thanks again for sharing your wonderful home with us.

The moment you step onto the property you realize how special Small Cove Point is. The natural beauty is stunning and will take your breath away. Views of the sound are everywhere, we especially enjoyed watching the tides come in and out from the back porch and had amazing views of the sunset. I’m excited to say we saw dolphins swimming in the sound! The house is beautiful, natural wood throughout the home with gorgeous antique furniture, beautiful art everywhere (The painted sheep portrait in your foyer was my favorite!). Our family was very comfortable and had lots of room to spread out when alone time was needed, but also had room to enjoy family time together as well. I loved the homey feeling while staying there, it wasn’t a cold rental with no personality, but homey and cozy. The kids and adults had fun kayaking and paddle boarding (I’m proud to say I was able to stay up on the paddle board too!) and had fun exploring the property. We also hiked the trail across the street from the property and loved it. Great proximity to Bar Harbor, it was nice to be close to town, but far enough away from the crowds. Anna and Sam are wonderful hosts, very responsive with communications and very helpful for ideas on how to best enjoy our stay. It was the first time our family visited Maine and we’re all happy we stayed here. We will return, hopefully again at Small Cove Point! Thank you for a memorable family vacation!

Our three generation family had a magnificent week. The location enabled lots of hiking in Acadia National Park. And when we returned the house and views were outstanding. Plenty of room for everyone, the kitchen was well equipped and everything was superb. If not for the 12 hour drive we would stay here every year.

After this crazy year, our family was very excited to gather in Maine. Small Cove Point did not disappoint. The setting is spectacular. We saw bald eagles, osprey, loons and seals in addition to amazing sunsets and stars from the porch. The kayaks and SUPs were a much enjoyed amenity. The well maintained house has a very homey, quaint feel with lots of the interesting memorabilia that you would find in a home that has been in a family for generations. Seemingly perfect for this area. The bedrooms are spacious and allow nice separation. The kitchen is nicely updated and well equipped even for our family of cooks. At SCP, we felt like we were just the right distance to everything MDI, hiking, biking, dining, ferry trips and shopping. One evening we even put our name on the list at Able's, came back to SCP, had our cocktail, and they called us when our table was ready! Only regret-we wished we had stayed two weeks.

A spectacular property directly on Sommes Sound and across the street from Acadia National Park. The backyard offered views of seals and a beautiful inlet perfect for kayaking and paddlebaording. The owner and caretaker were very accomadating towards any needs we had, especially in the face of unexpected circumstances. Our family had a wonderful time reconnecting with nature in all its power and beauty. Acadia national park is a true gem and this property is perfect base from which to explore. We cannot recommend it highly enough! Thank you for a wonderful adventure in Maine!

This property is right on the water. We were able to use the on-site paddle boards and kayaks any time we desired. There is a trailhead almost directly across the street for convenient hiking and the sunsets were amazing to watch right on the deck.

Great stay in Mt Desert, beautiful house all in Pine wood . Outstanding view of the lake and sunsets. The House is very well maintained , cozy , with nice rooms , all with views and comfortable beds. There are Kayaks and Stand-up padles for the guests. Very good location for bikes and nature lovers. Good communication with Sam, the owner who was very attentive . Highly recommend.

This home sits on the kind of land you can no longer buy. It is on 15 choice acres right on Some Sound with magnificent views from almost every window. It is roomy and comfortable with the patina of age and lots of character. You can tell it is the well-loved house of an extended clan who gathers here each summer. It reminded me of my grandparents’ home, in all the best ways. It is not cutting-edge or fancy but it is very lovely. We enjoyed every minute of our mid-October stay. Taking their boats out on the water was a particular highlight of our stay. Sam was my main point of contact from the family and he could not have been nicer or more responsive. I would highly recommend this home.

It was a great property and the owner was very helpful.

Loved the charm and the property was amazing!

We had a great time at the house. Beautiful views from the windows and the deck. Unbelievable view of the sunset right from the deck. House has everything you need for a large group. There were 10 of us at the house. Very cozy bedrooms. We were very impressed with owner's ability to adjust and accommodate our needs on the fly. We will rent it again in the near future.

Our family of four spent five happy days and nights at Small Cove Point. The house is inviting, filled with books and art. There are five bedrooms, plus the “Think Room,” a wonderful corner room that has a desk, small sofas, fireplace and queen bed. One can see the Sound from most of the rooms. We had more than ample space for ourselves, and the house would quite easily accommodate another family or two. Watching the tide rise and fall on the rocks, the light shift, the clouds and fog come in and out, is part of the experience of staying here. It was fun to be able to hop into a kayak or onto a paddleboard and explore nearby. We really enjoyed hiking up Sargent Mountain on the Giant Slide Trail, just up the winding driveway and across the road. And a quick plunge into the water from the little beach was life-affirming. Small Cove Point is a peaceful, private, special retreat. The owner was a generous host, who was quick to answer any questions. Thank you for the lovely stay!

We have been fortunate to rent a number of vacation homes all over the world and this was one of our favorites. The location of the home could not be better. Directly on Somes Sound, it is in the middle of Mount Desert Island and close to restaurants and shopping in Bar Harbor and the numerous attractions of Acadia National Park. We also kept busy at the home site itself with kayaking, swimming (the water is much warmer here than on the coast), paddle boarding, nature walks, and enjoying the picturesque sunsets on the deck overlooking the water. The caretaker was helpful, attentive, and available for our needs. The owner was very quick to respond to messages and questions. The spacious, well maintained home is a perfect blend of modern convenience and rustic comfort. It is obvious that the family cherishes the home and we are grateful that they shared it with us.