Private, centrally located home on MDI near Acadia, walking distance to Pond
House in Bar Harbor, ME
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
Glenwood Pond Cottage was rebuilt in 2017-18 by 30-year island residents. The cottage sits nestled in a pinewood forest off a private dirt road, located just 4.7 miles from the entrance to Acadia National Park. Perfectly situated centrally on Mount Desert Island, the house gives easy access to Acadia National Park, the popular tourist town of Bar Harbor (6 miles), and the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island, including the villages of Northeast Harbor and Southwest Harbor.
With 3 upstairs bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms the house can easily accommodate up to 6 people. Oak hardwood floors, a large enclosed morning sun porch, new stainless steel appliances, and new mattresses ensure a comfortable stay.
The house is privately located, with no other homes in sight and guests can enjoy a visit to Frenchman's Pond, just a short walk away, where Canadian geese nest annually, a beaver has made residence, and where frogs, turtles, deer, and songbirds make regular appearances.
With 3 upstairs bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms the house can easily accommodate up to 6 people. Oak hardwood floors, a large enclosed morning sun porch, new stainless steel appliances, and new mattresses ensure a comfortable stay.
The house is privately located, with no other homes in sight and guests can enjoy a visit to Frenchman's Pond, just a short walk away, where Canadian geese nest annually, a beaver has made residence, and where frogs, turtles, deer, and songbirds make regular appearances.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Bar Harbor, ME
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Reviews
5.0
The pictures do not do his house justice! Its beautiful, spacious and so clean! The location was perfect for us, only about 8 minutes from the entrance to the park and about 10-15 to downtown Bar Harbor. The location is so quiet and you can barely see the neighboring houses. We hope to return to Acadia and would love to stay in this home again!
5.0
Five of our family members from NJ, CO, and MA gathered here to enjoy a vacation together. It was the perfect spot as the home was within 20 minutes of trails, lakes, Cadillac Mountain, and shopping.
Set in a wooded area with its own private drive, while close to activity, we still were able to enjoy the privacy the location of the house provided.
There were lots of rooms to gather in small or large groups. Four other family members staying in a different location came one day and the house never felt "crowded". We especially enjoyed the "puzzle room" or the porch as the pictures on VRBO describe. They have a card table set up with chairs and we all took turns getting the puzzle that was in the living room area completed.
5.0
Clean house, super quiet area!
5.0
Clean, plenty of room, well-stocked (The house had everything we needed.) The pond and neighborhood were great for our morning walks. Convenient location to Acadia NP (5.6mi to Hulls Cove visitor center) and Bar Harbor. Did not miss A/C, but fans came in handy. Convenient to Town Hill market (great blueberry pie)
3.0
My husband and I stayed with our four kids ages 4-13. The property was as described, in a beautiful rural setting. The house was very clean and spacious. We happened to stay during an unusually hot week, so all the rooms upstairs were very hot and the fans didn’t do much to help, so it was uncomfortable with no ac. The kitchen has minimal utensils and small glasses. You’ll need to bring your own utensils for eating lobster and also bring your own games as there was only a puzzle and connect four. High expectations for how the house should be left which were not specified on checkout instructions.
4.0
The home was beautiful, clean & very accommodating, nice sun room with contemplative space for quiet time. Very busy days out & about as the house was secluded in the woods but very close to everything, we enjoyed the private setting & coming home at night to enjoy the beautiful display of fire flies dancing in the woods “ spectacular “. Comfortable beds giving us a wonderful night’s sleep 😊👏
5.0
Amazing location and wonderful home! It's even nicer then in the pictures. Loved every moment!
5.0
This house was a perfect location for exploring different parts of Acadia/Mount Desert Island. So glad our family of 5 stayed here (rather than trying to squeeze into hotel rooms in Bar Harbor). Clean/comfortable/spacious house and helpful hosts!
5.0
Thank you for the wonderful stay!
The house was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The house is tucked back in the woods and has privacy, which was great for a trip to Maine.
Its a short drive,10-15 min, to various places in bar harbor and acadia, very easy..
We would definitely come back! Thank you!
5.0
Host very wonderful with communication and the place is everything you want for a restful break from life. Lots of hiking and site seeing on this trip!
5.0
As advertised, the house was in a remote spot but was also a good location for visiting multiple areas of Acadia NP. All of the rooms were spacious and there were a lot of windows. We saw deer (one buck with velvety horns) and we heard the owl. My wife enjoyed watching and photographing birds attracted to a flowering tree beside the house. We walked over to the pond twice but did not see a beaver. The kitchen only had small drinking glasses - we actually bought two 16 ounce glasses to use while we were there. We would definitely stay in this house again.
5.0
Love the house, plenty of room very quiet and secluded area but yet close to everything. we came for our 30th wedding anniversary Oct 20-25th with our son and his wife. I recommend you hike in Arcadia, visit Jordan pond to have amazing popovers, hike to Bar Island when the tide is out, and do the sunrise on Cadillac Mountain. we even cooked live lobsters at the house, they have a very large pot for them and had propane to cook the out on the grill which has a side burner for the pot , it worked out perfectly. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
This was a great house to stay in. It was clean and comfortable. It is a nice short scenic drive from Bar Harbor and Acadia which was convenient. We would stay here again if we plan another trip to Maine.
5.0
Just as described. Perfectly clean, perfectly appointed, perfectly supplied. Everything about this place is top-knotch.
5.0
Home was as advertised. Super clean. Very quiet and private location close to Bar Harbor and Acadia entrance. Great gas stove and cookware. Minimum dinner and glassware so used dishwasher every night. Comfortable beds. Personal preference would be a better/softer pillow. The 3 bedrooms are upstairs. Master has a private bath, other 2 bedrooms share or use the 3rd bath downstairs. We would be happy to revisit during a future trip.
5.0
The house was very comfortable and inviting. The layout made it easy for everyone to gather and enjoy conversation, while also providing privacy when needed. The location was fabulous - about 15-20 minutes to either Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor or the many hiking trails in Acadia National Park. Even though it was centrally situated on Mount Desert Island, it was very secluded and private. The house was very clean and was wonderfully stocked with the essential kitchen necessities. We would definitely stay there again - we all had a wonderful time!
5.0
Beautiful, comfortable, private and clean home in a good location on Mount Desert Island. Would definitely stay in this home again, if it were available.
5.0
We were very pleased with this property. We especially enjoyed sitting on the porch, both in the morning and the evening, enjoying the solitude of the location. After a day of hiking and then often going into Bar Harbor to eat, it was such a blessing to go out to our place in the woods for the night. We had two couples staying together, and both couples said they would love to come back sometime and stay here again.
5.0
House was clean , private & conveniently located. Would definitely stay there again.
5.0
This was the best house we've had the pleasure to vacation in. It was big, private, clean, well-stocked, and had everything we needed for a great Maine vacation. We'd stay there again in a heartbeat! Thanks to the owners for sharing with us!
5.0
I couldn't speak more highly of this property. If you plan to visit Acadia and desire both close proximity to the park and yet a place that feels remote and quiet...this is absolutely the place for you! We loved the nearby pond and my husband and I enjoyed walking out to visit it each morning. We even saw a beaver swimming to the dam! What a perfect location. The house itself is big and spacious. More spacious than anticipated! Our family of 5 had plenty of room to spread out. The house was very clean and accommodating. We had everything that we needed and the kitchen was well stocked! Acadia was beautiful and a such a great adventure. We didn't have enough time to check out the Schoodic Peninsula so I know that we plan to return. We won't hesitate to book this property again!! A definite 5/5 stars!
5.0
This is a beautifully maintained home with an ideal location for visiting Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The home is located on a long private drive surrounded by woods, but even the road connected to the driveway is secluded and tree lined. We felt the home looked beautiful in the posted pictures, and they matched our experience. We had more than enough space for our family of four. We didn't even take time to fully enjoy the view from the cool 3-season room. The location is terrific for visiting both "halves" of Mount Desert Island (the eastern half with the Island Explorer bus line, and the less hiked Western half with great hikes like Acadia mountain). Owners and property managers were excellent and responded immediately. If available, we would absolutely stay here again. Thank you!
5.0
The house was so clean and had everything we needed. Beds are very comfortable and water pressure is great! The location is fantastic, a short drive to Bar Harbor as well as anywhere on the Island. Unfortunately it rained nearly every day we were there and all of our excursions in Bar Harbor were cancelled because of rough seas or fog. We still did a ton of things, drive to Bangor (about 30ish minutes) saw Stephen Kings house and went to the casino. We hiked in Acadia, the bubble rock hike was amazing! We ate lobstah nearly every day (the Happy Clam was delicious). We bought a puzzle and worked on that during our down time (we left it there for future renters). If you are looking for the perfect spacious comfy place to stay on Mt. Desert island, this is it!!
5.0
We absolutely loved staying here! The house was well-appointed with everything we needed, exceptionally clean, and close enough to everything (Acadia, Bar Harbor) while feeling totally private and secluded. Beds and linens were comfy, fantastic stove/oven for cooking, and a great gas grill. Great water pressure and plenty of hot water for showers after a day on the trail. And prompt and courteous communication from the hosts. Everything you want in a vacation stay!
5.0
This property is very nice. We were in the area to hike in Acadia National Park, and the location was excellent for this purpose. Nice big bathrooms and very easy check in.
5.0
This home is exactly what we wanted: close to all parts of Acadia NP and a perfect spot to relax and the end of days filled with activities. The house is tucked away in a very quiet and private space. It is bright- and was super clean and comfortable. Close in proximity to a small pond if a moment of peace is needed at end of day and a safe neighborhood to get a morning run in if desired
5.0
Beautiful home and property. Enjoyed Acadia and Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island. National Park, restuarants, shops, taverns and the people. Home close to all. Thank you for having us.
5.0
Tucked away in the woods, you feel away from the maddening crowd, yet Acadia is a close drive away! Close to Bar Harbor, Land and Garden Preserve trails and gardens... perfect spot for relaxing and just right as a starting point for a day of hiking. The house is clean, well equipped... perfect.
5.0
Wonderful property, great location, we enjoyed our week exploring Mt Desert island. Very clean and the extra amenities a plus!
5.0
The home is just as described. There is a beautiful sun porch. The neighborhood is extremely quiet and private. Home was spotless. Food options in the immediate area are limited so that takes some planning. Most restaurant options were 20 minutes away.
5.0
This was a great property, very clean and a perfect location. There is more seating than the pictures show and our family of 5 fit perfectly. Lots of little extras so there was no need to bring dish soap, dishwasher pods, toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, laundry detergent or dryer sheets. Loved the notebook with ideas for places to eat and things to do. We had some minor issues that were quickly taken care of by Valerie with no inconvenience to us at all. Valerie was very attentive and even had to mail some items that we had forgotten! We will definitely stay here again the next time we visit Maine.
5.0
This is a beautiful property which is close to both Acadia and Bar Harbor where we spent everyday except for the one day we spent at Schoodic Point. It was perfect in every way!
5.0
This house was a few minutes away from downtown Bar Harbor on a quiet road. It was a great house! There was 5 adults in our group, but would’ve been great for kids too. Great kitchen/dining area, a side porch, living rm, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, laundry, and deck w/grill. It was fantastic.
5.0
Active Acadia, Bar Harbor Trip
The property was perfect for us. Out of the way, private yet close to amenities. Owners had thought through basic needs of renters. Appliances in good working order. Especially liked that we never lacked hot water for showers. Came home from serious hiking and all 3 showers could be used at the same time without loss of hot water.
The place was very clean!
5.0
Our 2nd visit
This was our second stay at this property, and we've thoroughly enjoyed our stay both times. The home is spacious, modern, and spotless. We'd recommend this property to anyone, and we hope to stay here again next year.
5.0
Beautiful Place to Stay
Can’t wait to come back to Bar Harbor and rent this property again
5.0
Couples getaway
Really enjoyed this home. Very spacious, clean and really enjoyed the quiet outdoors location. Highly recommend!
5.0
Spacious, well maintained, super clean cottage in a great location!
This was our 5th trip to Bar Harbor to celebrate our 40th anniversary. The cottage was the best maintained and cleanest rental property that we've every stayed in, anywhere. Its in a great central location and the nearby pond was relaxing a walk away and a good spot for lunch. Amber was very helpful and easy to work with. We plan to return next year.
5.0
Family trip
House was in close proximity of the places we visited. It was very quiet and clean and accommodated our family well. We didn't get to see the barred owl that was there prior to our visit but we did get to see a pileated woodpecker in the backyard.
5.0
Beautiful Property close to Acadia
Beautiful home and property located close to all of the action in Acadia and Bar Harbor. Very clean and accurate to the listing quietly tucked away in the woods. Our family loved the location and property. Very easy process to check in and if we had questions, the property manager was quick to respond. Would definitely stay here again.... highly recommend. Thanks for the wonderful stay
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bar Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Bar Harbor is $465 per night. This rental is $41 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private, centrally located home on MDI near Acadia, walking distance to Pond. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Private, centrally located home on MDI near Acadia, walking distance to Pond. Enjoy the water!
Is Private, centrally located home on MDI near Acadia, walking distance to Pond pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Private, centrally located home on MDI near Acadia, walking distance to Pond?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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