With a large group of friends, we spent a week at this property and its guest house during the first week of July. Easily accessible, about 40 minutes from Mount Desert Island, and 20 minutes to a large grocery. We loved the views from the back porch and were able to set off in kayaks from the back (Bean Island is the place to be). The entire northern side of Acadia and Bar Harbor are visible right from the porch. If you're like us and love to explore nature through hiking and boating, would like to stay somewhere beautiful but without the Bar Harbor crowds, this is what you're looking for.

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The Denny-Brown cottage is a perfect space for folks wanting a genuine, unfussy coastal cottage experience. The cottage interior reflects the eclectic and interesting tastes of generations of this family. The physical site cannot be matched - the sea sparkles just beyond a small grass yard. The sun sets on the same view. I am so appreciative of the generosity of this family in sharing this unique property with others!

The property has an amazing view and plenty of room for big families. We loved that there was toiletries and basic items already available. Easy check in and very quick responses to our questions!

very nice old coastal farmhouse.had lovely time despite mostly ugly weather.would stay here again

The Denny-Brown cottage is a perfect space for folks wanting a genuine, unfussy coastal cottage experience. The cottage interior reflects the eclectic and interesting tastes of generations of this family. The physical site cannot be matched - the sea sparkles just beyond a small grass yard. The sun sets on the same view. I am so appreciative of the generosity of this family in sharing this unique property with others!

We rented the cottage and guest house for a full seven nights and we will definitely be doing it again. The location is on point (literally). Just a few minutes from the convenience of a big town (Ellsworth), an easy drive to Acadia, and all the isolation and quiet we (a family of mostly introverts) could ask for. The guest house exceeded our expectations - we had friends stay in it and we were all pleasantly surprised by the accommodations (including an ocean view from the first floor.) The cottage is the quintessential Maine summer home on the coast and everything we could hope for. The pictures in the listing do NOT do it justice. it’s better. The host was helpful, resourceful, and ever patient with the demands of a large family and we’re very grateful! We loved sitting on the deck and in the yard, watching seals occasionally surface, and spying deer along the peninsula.

The location and views from this house are incredible! Watching the wildlife in the mornings and evenings, sitting under the stars, and experiencing the coast of Maine from the backyard is a wonderful experience. It’s centrally located for day trips to MDI and the Schoodic Peninsula. The listing is a little confusing, the bedrooms listed are both the main house and guest house (which we did not rent), and it was a little chilly on a few October nights (which added to the Maine cottage charm). It really is a magical place and the home only adds to the experience. We can’t wait to visit again!

The property and home were exactly as described in the listing: beautiful! The views are really the selling point. Breathtaking! Ocean and wildlife to see during the day. The stars at night are especially nice for someone from a city. A little chilly, but that is to be expected in a rustic New England house next to the ocean. So bring some warm clothes! There were plenty of blankets available at the house. There is a furnace in the living room that works well at heating that room. . I would recommend that the owner get more living room furniture. An additional large sofa and cozy arm chairs would really help. Overall, it’s very charming. I would definitely stay here again .

Very relaxing cottage. Would visit again.

Great time! So much to do in the area, and it is simply stunning. We experienced a night sky that had the family laughing it was so spectacular: multiple shooting stars, and the Big Dipper was larger than I've ever seen it. The house is old and shows it, but it has a lot of character, and the location is amazing. The stove on the 1st floor keeps the room it is located in warm, but the farther away you get from it, the less effective it is. Bring warm clothes if you stay late in the year not just for the outdoors. Property management was incredibly responsive. House is well-equipped.

Enjoyed our stay. Nice property, neighborhood.

We had a very enjoyable stay in this charming Maine home. It was large enough to accommodate our party of nine and offered beautiful waterfront views and sunsets.

What an incredible place to step back in time and just enjoy a week forgetting the worries of the world. We absolutely loved this beautiful unmolested cottage on the ocean. Obviously loved and cared for by a family who is generous enough to let the rest of the world experience it too. We sipped our morning coffee watching lobster boats chug by and hiked Acadia during the day. Spent some time in Bar harbor but our time sitting in those Adirondack chairs looking out onto Frenchman's bay was our favorite. Dined on freshly caught lobsters on the deck our last night with our family. Can't wait to return!

The location, views and comfortability of the main house and cottage were absolutely amazing! This was wonderful experience, the home did not disappoint!

The house was great. It's in the water and very relaxing.

The property is located right on ocean. It was an amazing experience to Walk out in the morning to sit on stones on ocean shore. The property is old, but that has it's own appeal. My suggestion is to try to improve the heating system and invest in additional bathroom.

Great House for family to enjoy beautiful Frenchman bay and Acadia

The property is located right on ocean. It was an amazing experience to Walk out in the morning to sit on stones on ocean shore. The property is old, but that has it's own appeal. My suggestion is to try to improve the heating system and invest in additional bathroom.

Great House for family to enjoy beautiful Frenchman bay and Acadia

Wow. We're pulled up to this property at night and didn't really get to lay eyes on it until morning. We were blown away when we woke up and saw that we were just steps away from the bay! The house itself is well equipped- no last minute runs to the store for anything. Plenty of blankets for cool nights, and a fully stocked kitchen that was ready for use. The back porch gives you perfect sunset views and precious little seals will swim by while you watch! We were absolutely charmed by this property and it had everything we needed. The location of this property is, in my opinion, just right. The area is quiet, but there are things to do within walking distance. It was a charming drive to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor- we spent a lot of time at both. We really couldn't have been happier with our stay at this precious cottage.

This VRBO is in a beautiful location with awesome water and Bar Harbor views. On clear nights we were able to see millions and millions of stars…we could even see the Milky Way. The drive to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor was a quick 45 mins lovely drive. There is a nice restaurant with delectable food within a 10 mins walk of VRBO, The Crocker House. Make reservations well ahead of arrival. We really enjoyed our stay.

Great spot The house is comfortable and the views can’t be beat. We had a wonderful time and the house was well appointed in all respects. Hope to come back again. John Troy

Great spot The house is comfortable and the views can’t be beat. We had a wonderful time and the house was well appointed in all respects. Hope to come back again. John Troy

This property is old and rustic; do not expect hotel amenities. That said, it was absolutely wonderful! We were two couples in our 70s, one with mobility issues, and we stayed for five days. We could have happily sat on the lovely porch and watched the spectacular view of ocean, mainland, lobster boats, birds, seals, and maybe a whale (?) all day, every day. But we went to Bar Harbor (about 30 minutes), visited beautiful Acadia NP, and drove east up the coast to Winter Harbor and Schoodic Point (don't miss it!) The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was fully equipped, check-in was easy, there are groceries and good restaurants in nearby Ellsworth, manager Susan was helpful and available as needed--it was a wonderful introduction to Down East Maine. We highly recommend this property!

This property is old and rustic; do not expect hotel amenities. That said, it was absolutely wonderful! We were two couples in our 70s, one with mobility issues, and we stayed for five days. We could have happily sat on the lovely porch and watched the spectacular view of ocean, mainland, lobster boats, birds, seals, and maybe a whale (?) all day, every day. But we went to Bar Harbor (about 30 minutes), visited beautiful Acadia NP, and drove east up the coast to Winter Harbor and Schoodic Point (don't miss it!) The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was fully equipped, check-in was easy, there are groceries and good restaurants in nearby Ellsworth, manager Susan was helpful and available as needed--it was a wonderful introduction to Down East Maine. We highly recommend this property!

We had a family reunion of sorts here on Labor Day weekend in 2021. My family (me, wife, 4 kids, and dog) and my brother stayed in the main house. My sister, her husband, her daughter, and her daughter's friend stayed in the guest house. Everyone fit comfortably. The views from the main house and shoreline were SPECTACULAR. It was a wonderful weekend in a special place that has that old New England cottage charm. We all have fond memories of the weekend and this place.

This is a great cottage that is right on the water. Waking up in the morning to sit on the deck and hear the ocean and watch the lobster boats was an amazing way to start the day. The cottage was clean and the check in and check out instructions were simple and easy. We loved our time in the area and our stay in the cottage only added to it.

Everything was awesome and communication with Susan the property manager was great! The house and location couldn’t be beat! We took the ferry to Bar Harbor two days and was worth not driving to the island and spending the time on the ocean. Would definitely rent the house again!

We enjoyed our stay on Hancock point! Classic cottage with plenty of space. Great porch and seaside space. Walking distance to salt pond preserve walk.

Everything was awesome and communication with Susan the property manager was great! The house and location couldn’t be beat! We took the ferry to Bar Harbor two days and was worth not driving to the island and spending the time on the ocean. Would definitely rent the house again!

We enjoyed our stay on Hancock point! Classic cottage with plenty of space. Great porch and seaside space. Walking distance to salt pond preserve walk.