Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

About this cabin rental

Welcome to the Bungalow. This traditional, rustic, lakefront, cabin located on George's Pond and offers a quiet, peaceful Maine getaway. Built-in 1905, its rustic ambiance has all of the modern-day amenities without sacrificing the experience. You can fall asleep listening to the loons sing and awaken to the sunrise watching eagles and osprey feed on the lake. George's Pond is a 380-acre spring-fed lake surrounded by glimpses of the mountains of Acadia National Park. It is lake life at its best! The kids will spend hours swimming, fishing, kayaking, and jumping off the famous diving rock in the lake. This cabin sleeps 9 (2 Queen bedrooms, 5 twin beds in the loft), as well as a hammock perfect for an afternoon nap. We are minutes to Schoodic Mountain and Schoodic Beach where you can hike or have a picnic on Donnell’s Pond. Schoodic’s summit is flat with 360-degree breathtaking views over Frenchman Bay and Mount Desert Island. The Downeast Sunrise Trail is a revamped railway with miles of trails for biking, hiking, ATV, or walking (see website for more information) just minutes from the cabin. Schoodic Head is 30 minutes towards Winter Harbor and also part of Acadia National Park. There you will find beautiful hikes, a cute harbor town, and great ice cream. The cabin has a private dock, large yard perfect for family entertaining and playing games, enjoying a bonfire, or reading a good book in the hammock. Acadia National Park, known as the crown jewel of the North Atlantic coast, protects the highest and most beautiful rocky headlands. The cabin is just 40 minutes to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. There you can shop the island boutiques, dine in Bar Harbor's wonderful restaurants, go whale watching or grab a homemade ice cream cone. You can also play golf at the famous Kebo Valley course. On the way home, stop and pick wild blueberries and make a cobbler or relax on the dock and watch the eagles ha fish. There are multiple bike, kayak, and boat rentals available from local vendors. Kayaks and life vests are provided. Come for a visit, your memories will last a lifetime.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Family friendly

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Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

$$$$

Reviews

4.9/5.0
Outstanding(40 Reviews)
5.0
Oct 2023
We stayed here for the second time and loved every moment. VERY clean both times, it’s an old cabin, which is what makes it so charming, but immaculately kept, just gorgeous. The location is great, close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Right on the water with kayaks included, which the kids loved. Very private and quiet property. The hosts recommended some great close-by hiking with breathtaking views. We had to message the host a couple times due to a storm in the area while we were there and they responded right away and were so efficient and helpful. Favorite feature, the huge fireplace! This place is magical and we hope to be back. Only suggestion would be an outdoor hot tub ;-)
5.0
Oct 2023
This cabin was the perfect spot for our family of five to enjoy a week in Maine. It was conveniently located a short drive from Acadia National Park, but far enough away to give us some peace and quiet and solitude. We really enjoyed the cozy cabin and fireplace, the comfortable beds, the dock, and the beautiful lake views. Our kids loved the kayaks, as well. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook at the cabin a few evenings. All in all, this was one of the best vacation spots we have found. Thank you Danielle for sharing your cabin with us!
5.0
Oct 2023
We loved staying at the cabin. It’s rustic charm takes you back to a simpler time. We enjoyed fishing off the dock and sitting by the water. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed.
5.0
Sep 2023
From the first view of the lake to the last amazing sunset, the cabin was just the respite our busy family needed! We hiked Tunk Mt. and lots of hikes in Acadia, biked around the Schoodic Peninsula, kayaked on the lake, and explored Bar Harbor. After fun-filled days, coming back to sit by the fire and watch the stars, or read in the hammock and listen to the looks, was the perfect kind of evening. The host was so helpful with suggestions for restaurants, and we even had some wonderful blueberry pie from the neighbor. Until the next time…
5.0
Jul 2023
This is the kind of place you can picture generations of a family sharing together over the years. It retains the rustic charm of the original Maine camp, but with upgrades where it matters. The host provides everything needed to fully enjoy time on the lake with the kayaks, beach towels, outdoor games and furnishings. The diving rock and the sleeping loft were favorites for our kids who are teens/young adults. The cabin is well equipped and furnished, and accented with adorable vintage finds. The location was perfect for day trips to Acadia and the Schoodic Pennisula and the host shared great tips and recommendations for dining, shopping and activities. She reached out to make sure we had important info prior to arrival, just in case cell phone coverage was impacted. The sounds and sights of nature were exactly what we hoped for! Wish we could have stayed longer.
5.0
Jul 2023
We had the best time at this cabin with our family. It is exactly as described. The kayaks were awesome to paddle around George's Pond. The kids had fun fishing, swimming, diving and we saw bald eagles as well on multiple days. From the cabin it is an easy distance to Acadia to enjoy the beauty of the park. Comfortable beds, lots of room to sit and read or build a fire and relax. Owner was easy to reach and property manager was friendly and quick to fix a small issue we had. The blueberry pie the neighbor makes was amazing!!! Thanks for a great week!!!!
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
The cabin is great. Very nice location on a nice, quiet lake. It’s the rustic Maine cabin I remember from trips to Maine as a kid. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t great the first few days, but once the sun came out we were able to get outside and take advantage of what the property offers. Got out on the kayaks and sat outside on the nice patio (a little too cool to swim that week although the lake was warmer than I expected). The bed and other furniture were very comfortable and the modern bathroom is a welcome luxury. The only minor drawbacks are that there is not much room to store food if you’re cooking a lot and it’s 20 minutes to town if you need anything. Although, you can apparently get a homemade pie from the neighbor bakery as someone showed up to deliver a pie. It was for another neighbor, unfortunately, but it looked good. All in all, a very nice stay.
5.0
Jun 2023
What a beautiful piece of property to stay on. The cabin is so quaint and decorated with a stylish eye for detail. We had everything we needed. The bedding was the perfect weight to keep us warm and cozy in the cold mornings. We fished from the dock, ate outside, drank coffee on the porch and soaked up the beautiful scenery while we listened to the loons on the lake. It’s not too far from Ellsworth and national acadia park either to mix things up. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves so much and didn’t want to leave. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Franklin?

The average price for a rental in Franklin is $275 per night. This rental is $25 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Charming lakefront cabin close to Acadia National Park?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and balcony / patio.

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