Perfect Home Base for Exploring Downeast Maine
Apartment in Ellsworth, ME
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this apartment rental
Located at 12 Falls Courts - formerly 13 North Street. Apartment #5 is a very well maintained and equipped apartment perfect for those who need a comfortable, care free home base that is located within easy distance of great sight seeing spots in every direction. Whether you are vacationing or temporarily working in the area, this apartment will be your home away from home. If Maine Coast Memorial Hospital or Jackson Laboratory brings you to the area, this apartment is located within 10 minutes of the hospital and 12 minutes of Jackson Laboratory's new research facility in Ellsworth.
The first floor has a large eat in kitchen with seating for 6-8 facing a large deck and back yard with distant views of forest. If you like to cook, the kitchen has everything you need either to eat in or to entertain guests. In addition to the large refrigerator and full range, there is a microwave, toaster, blender and programmable coffee maker. Weather permitting, lounge and dine on the deck. A barbecue grill and patio table and chairs are available for your use.
Lounge downstairs on a comfortable couch that doubles as a futon if you have a guest. If you can't leave your work behind, there is a desk and fast internet connection.
The flat screen Roku internet televisions have Netflix, Hulu and local network and public broadcasting channels. Or watch a movie on DVD. If you subscribe to any premium channels or Amazon prime at home, simply type in your credentials and watch those channels on demand.
The downstairs bathroom has a 3/4 size tub and shower with overhead heating for chilly mornings or evenings. Towel sets and bathmats are provided. If you need to do a load of laundry, a coin operated washer and dryer is only a few steps away.
The spacious upstairs features a queen size bed and two twin futons that can be used as beds or lounge chairs for some cozy reading. Sleeping is family style in an open floor plan. Plenty of closet, dresser and shelving space for you to spread out without feeling cramped. Extra bed linens are provided.
The apartment is centrally located between Bangor and Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island. It is an excellent home base for exploring the area in every direction. You can hop on a bus or ferry to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor and leave the worries of the car behind. Drive Downeast along the coast to see lighthouses, blueberry fields and fishing villages. Or take in the natural beauty of the Blue Hill Peninsula with visits to Blue Hill, Deer Isle and Stonington. Or keep it close to home for shopping and dining in Downtown Ellsworth - the heart of our city.
Ellsworth's newest rails to trails allow you to walk from the apartment to Downtown away from the busy road. If you enjoy biking, the new Downeast Sunrise Trail is a short distance away. The opportunities for sight seeing are endless.
There are 4 other units in the building but are separated from this apartment which is in a separate wing. The other tenants are courteous and quiet.
Although the apartment building is located in town, the backyard has a rural feel. There are many acres of forested trails that you are welcome to walk. All the houses in the neighborhood are owned by the same owner who lives on the homestead and is dedicated to providing a safe and well maintained campus.
The neighborhood was established in the mid 1800’s when the lumber trade was flourishing and logs were driven down the Union River. The historic buildings remain today most notably the Union Congregational Church which is still in service and is adjacent to the campus.
We are always available to provide anything you need for a comfortable stay but also understand that folks need privacy and their own space. We have made every effort to make this an affordable place where you can relax and feel at home.
This property is part of a large homestead including other buildings, gardens, lawns, trails and forest. If you are looking for lodging for a large group, we have three houses on campus on VRBO.
A small mature and well behaved dog is allowed for $100 per stay subject to certain house rules. Please let us know if you are bringing a dog in advance.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Ellsworth, ME
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Denise and David's home was a perfect stay for me and my fiance! It offered all of the comforts of home and led to a very relaxing vacation. And what a welcome relief that we could bring our dog!
The house is just 6 minutes away from the center of town, offering a quiet respite with easy access to all that Ellsworth and Acadia offer. It is also right at the end of a rail-trail, perfect for biking or walking to/from town. The grounds are expansive, and we (especially the dog) loved watching the ducks parade to the small pond in the back yard every morning while we sipped our coffee on the sunny porch. You could tell that Denise emphasized maintaining the property well, as everything from the house to the grass was pristine and well-kept.
Denise was a consummate and caring host, even taking care to cover my bicycles with a tarp in the rain. She made the whole process simple and communicated clearly and actively. We could not say enough about our stay!
8.0 / 10.0
The place was comfortable and clean, We had lots of fun.
10.0 / 10.0
Could not ask for more.
The house location very central, the house itself was comfortable and everything you could need was anticipated. All in all I will be back. Thanks
10.0 / 10.0
The property is great and kept up with pride.
The extra care and touches are evident.
We both came with some sort of a nasty flu so not having to worry about the breakfast was awesome.
Loved the flowers on the back porch, the arrangements in the front window pots.
Netflix was awesome as we continued with the season 5 of Peaky Blinders.
The beds are super comfy, and everything is pristine.
I don't write reviews often except when people truly deserve them.
You definitely do.
Thank you for everything and we look forward to coming back.
Sincerely,
Michelle and Duke.
Charlotte
10.0 / 10.0
Spacious and cozy place in great location
Upon our arrival in Denise's property, we were greeted by a first assortment of groceries like muffins, eggs and milk and most importantly coffee :-). The place was spotless and very spacious. We had plenty of room to store our luggage. Since we were out exploring the area most of the time, we did not use the patio for example, but we can imagine that the backyard would be great for people who would spend more time at the property.
The location of the place is easy to find once you figured out how google maps interprets the dead end street. Ellsworth is nicely located to explore Acadia and also all the other peninsulas in the area. If you are not solely focused on Acadia, I would argue that its hard to beat Ellsworth.
Compared to the prices of little cabins and hotel rooms in the area, the appartment is a little more expensive, but considering the location, the cleanliness and the amenities like a full-stocked kitchen, big fridge, big bathroom etc, well worth the money. We would definitely stay here again :-).
10.0 / 10.0
Denise was wonderful to work with and added some homey touches for us. The blueberry pie was wonderful. There was a fresh loaf of bread as well as eggs in the fridge for us to use. The apartment was roomy and so much nicer then spending time in a small hotel room. Easy access and close to everything.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful place, friendly and helpful hosts.
We had a great time! We especially appreciated the welcome and accommodations made for our beloved senior dachshund traveling companion.
Highly recommend this place!
5.0 / 10.0
We had a great time! We especially appreciated the welcome and accommodations made for our beloved senior dachshund traveling companion. Highly recommend this place!
10.0 / 10.0
This place has more than just basics. Beyond clean and comfortable, small details made it great for a week stay. Treats in the refrigerator, lots of hangers in the closet, detergent for the laundry (next door), cooler, clear and detailed instructions, and much more.
10.0 / 10.0
Clean. Everything as it should be.
Would love to be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and lots of space!
We used this apartment as a jumping-off point, not only to Acadia National Park, but also up the northeast coast toward Canada for a day trip. We arrived to find lots of goodies, including farm fresh eggs, milk, orange juice, and pie waiting for us. And we had plenty of seclusion, but the owners were always easily accessible when we had a question.
One tip - check out the notebook when you arrive. It's got lots of great information about what's close and what's good in the area, and you'll be better off if you spend 5 minutes with that information when you arrive.
This place is about 20-30 minutes from Acadia (maybe more, depending on traffic), but to be away from the crowds, and in a spacious apartment with lots of room, in the evening was well worth it.
5.0 / 10.0
We used this apartment as a jumping-off point, not only to Acadia National Park, but also up the northeast coast toward Canada for a day trip. We arrived to find lots of goodies, including farm fresh eggs, milk, orange juice, and pie waiting for us. And we had plenty of seclusion, but the owners were always easily accessible when we had a question.One tip - check out the notebook when you arrive. Its got lots of great information about whats close and whats good in the area, and youll be better off if you spend 5 minutes with that information when you arrive.This place is about 20-30 minutes from Acadia (maybe more, depending on traffic), but to be away from the crowds, and in a spacious apartment with lots of room, in the evening was well worth it.
5.0 / 10.0
Denise made our arrival so pleasant! We had travelled a long distance ahead of a snow storm and she couldnt have been more thoughtful in many ways. Plus she left us eggs from their chickens, muffins, homemade syrup, and more. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed to make a few meals in. Thank you, Denise! We will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect place: great space, location, and owner
Denise made our arrival so pleasant! We had travelled a long distance ahead of a snow storm and she couldn't have been more thoughtful in many ways. Plus she left us eggs from their chickens, muffins, homemade syrup, and more. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed to make a few meals in. Thank you, Denise! We will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Clean! Roomy but Cozy! Generously well stocked! Perfect!
We stayed here in October and we loved it! Most important for us—the place was very clean! It was convenient to all attractions (15-30 minutes). Denise left us all the staples—fresh milk, eggs, bread, butter, juice and a yummy rhubarb pie! Well stocked with everything else you would have at home. Towels and linens seemed new, and the apartment was roomy yet cozy. Perfect place to stay. Thank you Denise for everything! Look forward to staying again!
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay when visiting Acadia
The apartment was great, as was the location. It was worth the short drive from the park to get away from the crowds to this peaceful retreat. The owner was very nice and welcoming, she even made sure we had some basic supplies like milk, bread, eggs and coffee in the fridge when we got there. I would definitely recommend this rental as a home base to explore the area.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely perfect!
This is an amazing place to stay! My husband and I stayed for 6 nights and even he loved it. It’s located right off 1A in Ellsworth, that has lots of stuff around. The info book in the apartment was great at recommending places to eat and things to see. It’s an easy (30 minutes) to Acadia and/or Bangor and only about 45 minutes from the Schoodic part to Acadia. The apartment was comfortable and clean and has so many modern amenities (WiFi, smart TV, iPod speakers). The owners left all sorts of treats for us (milk, juice, coffee, eggs, bread, muffins) and there were all kinds of condiments and spices that we could use! The place was also immaculately clean! I would definitely recommend this rental to anyone! Five stars!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location
This apartment was wonderful. Added touches by Wendy the property manager included cream, bread, eggs, orange juice and muffins - what a wonderful surprise. Well equipped kitchen lots of space. Comfortable beds. We will come back to this spot again. Had a wonderful week hiking in Acadia National Park. Being able to buy fresh seafood across the street was an added bonus.
8.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed the stay except for wifi issues.
We enjoyed the apartment. It had everything stated in description. The treats left to get started were appreciated. It was 30 min. From Acadia, where we went each day. It was very clean and modern. We brought our dog. The wifi was intermittent and getting local news was a challenge. We would stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Prima verblijf
Mooie woning, ruim. Ruime woonkeuken beneden en een ruime slaapkamer boven. Het huis is keurig verzorgd.
10.0 / 10.0
Private and Comfortable
We loved everything about this apartment. Our 2 year old loved the easel and chickens and the lobster shack across the street was convenient and a great price! The drive to the National Park was not bad either. We left each day around 9:15 and we were hiking by 10!
We would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a more affordable option than Bar Harbor. And the fresh eggs, butter, bread, and muffins were a great touch!
8.0 / 10.0
Well supplied, affordable option!
Wendy, the property manager, is very helpful. She provided us with helpful information regarding taxi service for a family wedding. The apartment had everything we needed, and they even provided necessities like milk, butter, bread, coffee!
10.0 / 10.0
A Lovely Stay in Ellsworth, Maine
We enjoyed staying in this Ellsworth residence from July 16 to Aug. 5. It is a comfortable, bright, and cheerful residence. The owners and property manager are ready to provide an item you might need......like a cooking spice! The outdoor environment includes chickens, ducks, dogs, and birds. They all provided an interesting environment.
We were pleased to stay so close to our relatives. Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the property
It was a great home base for our daily outings. Owners were on sight but not intrusive. She even left us fresh eggs. The bed was comfy.
10.0 / 10.0
Spacious and Cozy
We felt right at home in this spacious and nicely furnished apartment. The owners live right near the property and were so helpful and quickly responsive to any question or need we had.The location was perfect for visiting Acadia NP. We would love to come back and stay in this apartment again if we ever visited this area of Maine again!
10.0 / 10.0
Had everything we needed.
Had everything we needed. Even gave us beach towels upon request and recommended places for swimming. We cooked all our meals and the kitchen had everything necessary. The owner gave us fresh eggs from their chickens, yum! I would recommend.
8.0 / 10.0
A great place for vacation stay!
A clean and comfortable place to stay in Ellsworth, ME. My family stayed here for 2 weeks and it was an awesome experience. It's on highway A1 and thus offers a very convenient location to explore Bangor, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, Lamoine, Orono, Bucksport, etc. Also, there are convenient stores, gas stations, Dunkin Donut, Fuddruckers, and Dorr lobster shop- all at walking distance from the unit. So, a great location!!
It's spacious enough for a small family and there is a queen size bed and two twin beds. The bedroom is upstairs with 4 roof windows and we just loved it! They have a small kid's station with pencils, crayons, drawing board, puzzles, and games to keep the small ones busy!!
A fully furnished kitchen with decent inventory of cooking pots, pans, prep vessels, knives, measuring cups, mixers and cutlery. Yup, you have everything to cook and eat lobsters!!!
The living room is spacious enough with a sofa-bed, computer desk and accent chair. There are two TVs, one in the living room and one in the bed room. It's a Roku TV.
The best part is the backyard!!! You can go on small trails and there is a small pond full of ducks, and you will also see some maple trees in the backyard.
The owners live next door and the property manager is awesome and sweet. She answer your questions and needs very promptly and effectively. We got some fresh eggs too! We will definitely book the unit when our family and friends visit us and highly recommend it if you are planning for a vacation for a few days in down-east Maine.
10.0 / 10.0
Welcoming and Private
We stayed at this apartment 3 days, and felt welcomed by the atmosphere of the apartment but were definitely given our space. The best part were the little amenities that went above and beyond expectations (a bottle of home-collected maple syrup!). Priced right, and close to Acadia, this was the perfect spot to experience Maine.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Ellsworth?
The average price for a rental in Ellsworth is $422 per night. This rental is $165 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Perfect Home Base for Exploring Downeast Maine. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Perfect Home Base for Exploring Downeast Maine. Enjoy the water!
Is Perfect Home Base for Exploring Downeast Maine pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Perfect Home Base for Exploring Downeast Maine?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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