Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park.
5.0
Outstanding(29 Reviews)Cabin in Acadia National Park, ME
8 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cabin rental
Private with flexible cancellation policy. Wake up to sound of seals and ocean life on Mount Desert Island. Cantilevered house sited at the high tide mark on Somes Sound. A peaceful unique home with easy viewing of resident eagles, seals and other wildlife. If you are looking for a comfortable oceanfront house with swimmable water, look no further. The beach below has lots of great rocks to dive off or maybe you want to rest and read on a comfortable lounge chair on the deck, that hangs out and over the ocean below. We encourage a 2-week minimum during July & August months. Please reach out if interested in a month or longer for the 2023 season. House is very close (walking distance) to hiking and carriage roads. Carriage roads are very suitable for all ages and athletic abilities. Northeast Harbor is a 5-minute drive, Bar Harbor just about 12 minutes and about the same drive to Southwest--where you will find lots of dining options. Or you might decide to pick up some fresh fish or lobsters and enjoy dinner at the house. Maximum number of guests: 6 guests. Downstairs is a private queen-bedded room with a large picture window (with curtains), a closet and plenty of built-in drawers as well as a mirror that slides up/down in case you would like to wake up to an ocean view. Medium sized bathroom with sunken cast iron tub, great shower head and tiled throughout. Upstairs are bunk beds that thick and comfortable with plenty of windows and side porches; keeps ocean air circulating. There are closets and all bunks have drawers underneath and both sides have bureaus. Big eye-level ocean and mountain views. Separate bathroom upstairs as well. A 48-inch smart TV was added in 2022 (upstairs) as well as a Sonos port to more easily access your own music--connected to 2 house speakers.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Acadia National Park, ME
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(29 Reviews)5.0
The property location is absolutely perfect for many reasons….
1). All trailheads are within 15 minutes. We hiked Beehive, Jordan Cliffs, Beech Cliffs, and South Bubble.
2). Right on Somes Sound so every morning you wake up to an incredible view of the water (I would remove a branch or 2 to open up the view a bit more). It was September so we took one icy dip (Somes Sound Challenge) but enjoyed the rocks and searching for shells and other treasures.
3). Close to all the great Lobster Pounds. Our favorite was C-Rays.
The house is small but perfect for our family of 5. The kids (6,9,11) loved having the second floor all to themselves. No rails on bunk beds so they spread out on the 4 ground level beds. Nice bathroom for them on that floor as well.
Kitchen is loaded if you like to cook. Only thing missing was a microwave which would help when trying to heat up those amazing lobster pound leftovers.
Plenty of games (checkers, backgammon, etc) to stay busy at nights. There is a TV but we never turned it on. Great wood stove in the main family room we used frequently.
Kids loved the outdoor deck shower. Plenty of deck furniture, grill, etc. We spent a lot of time in the afternoon enjoying the deck space with a cold beer after the crazy iron rung hikes.
Angela was awesome to work with. She left lights on for us as she knew we were arriving after dark and was super responsive to our questions prior and during through email and text.
5.0
A perfectly quaint cottage on the sound with every amenity you need for a relaxing stay. We loved the big deck to enjoy the sounds of the water (and seals!) and had everything we needed (and more) in the house. Angela was a great host - very responsive and offered excellent recommendations. Location is conveniently located to everything on the island. Would highly recommend!
5.0
Acadia Delight
We had a wonderful stay at Angela’s property. It’s an incredibly special place on the Sound. We can’t wait to go back and swim and kayak among the seals! Angela is a lovely host and the house had everything we needed. We had a wonderful stay.
5.0
Wonderful location and very friendly host
The location is almost as good as it gets if you want to be right near the national park as well as close to Bar Harbor for shopping, food, etc. The views, all day long are pretty and peaceful. We did a lot of hiking, biking and eating.
The home itself is odd and Angela is more than willing to admit that. It's like someone took the 1970s and gave it a little nudge with an Internet connection. It's not that things were were broken or unusable, more that it felt like they were young antiques :). It was almost anachronistic. You have to see it to understand.
We were only two people so there was more than enough room. I think it would've been fine for a family of 4-6 and stretching it for much more.
If you don't mind not having a microwave or a TV (the listing says there's a TV but not that we saw), you'll be fine.
The host is incredibly nice and acts as I would if I were a host; as a friendly person providing a home for people to enjoy, rather than being a stiff landlord. We had nice conversations with her on the way in and on the way out,
5.0
What a relaxing and restful week we had at the Nub! We discovered so many beautiful places around Mt.Desert Island, and we enjoyed peaceful times on the deck with the view over Somes Sound. The Nub is such a comfortable place with a warm rustic character.
5.0
A week in wonderland
What a relaxing and restful week we had at the Nub! We discovered so many beautiful places around Mt.Desert Island, and we enjoyed peaceful times on the deck with the view over Somes Sound. The Nub is such a comfortable place with a warm rustic character.
5.0
We just returned from a great week at Mt. Desert Island and Acadia. We were lucky enough to stay at this lovely home. The house is close enough to everything but also a beautiful, serene home base away from the crowds of Bar Harbor. Angela was very helpful and attentive. Would absolutely stay again.
5.0
Great Acadia Trip
We just returned from a great week at Mt. Desert Island and Acadia. We were lucky enough to stay at this lovely home. The house is close enough to everything but also a beautiful, serene home base away from the crowds of Bar Harbor. Angela was very helpful and attentive. Would absolutely stay again.
5.0
Super location on Mt. Desert Island!
Convenient location tucked into the woods with great water views. Luxury linens and thoughtful touches made our stay enjoyable. Owner very responsive.
5.0
Summertime in Maine is just gorgeous. This house was the perfect size for our family of 4 and located very conveniently from Acadia, as well as SW Harbor, NEH and Bar Harbor. The views are stunning. Angela was a wonderful host. Can’t wait to return!
5.0
Beautiful views!
Summertime in Maine is just gorgeous. This house was the perfect size for our family of 4 and located very conveniently from Acadia, as well as SW Harbor, NEH and Bar Harbor. The views are stunning. Angela was a wonderful host. Can’t wait to return!
5.0
Everything about the Nub was perfect.
5.0
Our family of six had a fabulous time at this cottage on the sound. The home is located in a beautiful wooded landscape with the ocean right off the deck. Our four children enjoyed the freedom of exploring the rocky coast and discovering sea creatures at low tide. The cottage was incredibly clean and stocked with everything we needed. Angela was so kind, helpful, and quick to respond when we had a question. The home is a great location to explore both sides of MDI…the bustling Bar Harbor/Acadia and also the quiet side towns. The loft with bunks and desk area was fun for the kids. We enjoyed the creative design of the home which is a true wonder of wood! We would love to stay again.
5.0
An ideal seaside cottage
Our family of six had a fabulous time at this cottage on the sound. The home is located in a beautiful wooded landscape with the ocean right off the deck. Our four children enjoyed the freedom of exploring the rocky coast and discovering sea creatures at low tide. The cottage was incredibly clean and stocked with everything we needed. Angela was so kind, helpful, and quick to respond when we had a question. The home is a great location to explore both sides of MDI…the bustling Bar Harbor/Acadia and also the quiet side towns. The loft with bunks and desk area was fun for the kids. We enjoyed the creative design of the home which is a true wonder of wood! We would love to stay again.
5.0
Wonderful place!
Everything about the Nub was perfect.
5.0
MDI oasis
We LOVED our time at the Nub! The views from the deck and the house are gorgeous. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoons on the deck after a morning of exploring. It was calm, quiet and a perfect oasis to recharge before heading out again. The house has a nice cabin feel and is perfectly appointed with all of the things you need. The stairs to the loft are a bit steep for young children (ours are 5 & 3), but we managed just fine. We will definitely be back to enjoy all of the beauty MDI has to offer!
5.0
The house and property exceeded our highest expectations. Everything was pristine and the views of the sound were stunning. The location is an ideal combination of remote for relaxing privacy and convenient for short drives into town and Acadia. We were sad to leave and can’t wait to stay again.
5.0
Perfect
The house and property exceeded our highest expectations. Everything was pristine and the views of the sound were stunning. The location is an ideal combination of remote for relaxing privacy and convenient for short drives into town and Acadia. We were sad to leave and can’t wait to stay again.
5.0
Breathtaking stay right in the heart of MDI
My wife and I came here for our honeymoon in October and wow this place did not disappoint. It is soo cozy for those cold autumn nights, with a wood stove and comfy couches. And the views/sunsets from the deck over the sound on a clear day are one of a kind. Would love to come back here with a family or friends since there are beds for many more than just the 2 of us. Angela was very thoughtful and checked in with us when we arrived. She even left us bouquets of flowers, a few bottles of bubbly, and other snacks for our stay. So sweet!
5.0
Great Property and Location!
The Nub House feels private and tucked away, with beautiful views of Somes Sound (sunsets are particularly spectacular), while being close to everything on MDI. The house was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked, and the property owner, Angela, communicated well. We couldn't have asked for a better base from which to explore Acadia NP and the island, or a better place to relax at the end of the day.
5.0
Wonderful Family stay
We stayed at The Nub with our four children. It was the perfect location — a short drive from Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, multiple hikes and lakes/ponds. It was also the perfect setting— Sommes Sound is beautiful and the kids loved being in the water. Angela was very helpful in planning the trip and was readily available for any questions we might have. We had such an enjoyable time and look forward to staying again sometime soon!
5.0
Splendid spot for a true Maine experience
This small-but-perfectly-appointed house offers amazing views of Somes Sound. The homeowner was clear and pleasant. We hope to return.
5.0
Fantastic space
This property is top-notch! The cabin is beautiful, the location on MDI is outstanding, and the property manager/owner is wonderful! We will definitely return next summer. Thank you for an amazing stay.
5.0
Fantastic property and amazing location
The Nub was the perfect property for our family of 4. The location in relation to ANP was amazing. Short drive to carriage trails, hikes and all the park had to offer. The deck overlooking Somes Sound was the highlight of the trip! So quiet and peaceful. We rented kayaks and enjoyed paddling all week right from the house. We hope to return to MDI again and will definitely stay at the Nub again. Thank you Angela for letting us rent your fantastic home!
5.0
Wish we booked two weeks instead of one!
If you are looking to relax on a deck overlooking an ocean inlet and spot seal basking in the sunshine... If you savor a spot where birdsong fills the air and chickadees and hummingbirds visit minute to minute... If you’re looking to spot an eagle overhead or fall asleep with the windows open to the breathtaking sound of nightlife surrounding you be it the hoot of an owl or the call of a loon... I suspect you’ll find "the Nub" more than a quaint place to stay, but a special get-away to capture some great photos and fabulous memories. We loved feeling like we were tucked away from everything, yet truly just 8-15 minutes away from hikes, exploring downtown Bar Harbor, or eating out if we didn’t want to eat in. The place itself while a little older, has been mainly modernized. It's cute, clean, and stocked with the basics like sheets and towels, paper towels, tp, spices, lots of pots and pans to choose from, etc. We had a lovely time! P.S. Angela, the property owner, was consistently warm, professional and responsive.
5.0
Perfect place for exploring Acadia.
We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay than at the Nub House. Everything was as advertised, if not better. Clean, comfortable, and well equipped. The location was perfect for our group of 5. We enjoyed taking in the views from the house, kayaking around the sound (we had kayaks delivered for the week), and hiking all over the island and beyond. What a memorable place to stay and take in everything Mount Desert island has to offer.
5.0
Another great stay!
This was our second year at the Nub house, and we loved it as much (or more) than the first. The location is perfect--an amazing view, nice breezes, and lots of quiet and privacy. The house is thoughtfully equipped--we cooked most of our meals there, either in the kitchen or on the grill--and the washer and dryer are a nice amenity. We would happily be back again, and again...this is such a neat house, minutes from great hiking, biking, kayaking!
5.0
Beautiful location and well maintained home
Excellent?
5.0
Wonderful stay on the Sound!
I can’t say enough about our stay in Mt Desert and in this wonderful home! We enjoyed meeting the lovely owner, Angela, when we arrived - she provided great recommendations and was responsive when we needed her. The house itself is charming and looks out over Somes Sound. Each morning, my husband, girls and I loved watching the seals fight over the coveted rock to sunbathe on! The house has a rustic, cozy feel and all the amenities you need - down to the soft sheets and fresh cut flowers. We cooked some and ate out - bonus that the house is two driveways down from Abel’s Lobster House! We especially liked that we were centrally located where anything you want to get to took about 15 minutes or less. This house feels special and gave us the quiet landing pad we wanted after a day of hiking, biking or shopping in Bar Harbor. Angela, thanks for allowing us to share in the magic of your wonderful home!
5.0
perfection!
Our vacation this summer in this lovely home on Somes Sound was perfection--from the moment we stepped into the house until the moment we left. Coordinating with Angela, the owner, was a breeze. And being directly on the sound was so much more enjoyable than being in Bar Harbor proper. We loved the peace and quiet, the warmer sound waters, the convenience of putting paddle boards and kayaks directly in from the back of the house, and hopping on nearby trails. We were also super close to town, so driving the few short minutes in for the occasional meal or shopping excursion was easy. We rarely wanted to leave though! The open floor plan was perfect for the teens and me and my husband. We have some magical memories of this place. Thanks Angela!
5.0
Relaxing Waterfront Cabin
We chose Nub House for its waterfront location and proximity to Acadia National Park, which we visit 2-3 times per year. We were not disappointed! The description is 100% accurate - at high tide, this house is ON the water! Our family of four (two teenage boys) was very comfortable, with plenty of space for everyone. The WiFi is fast and reliable (a definite plus with teens!), the kitchen is well-stocked with everything you might need. One enjoyable afternoon we spent on the beach below the house (at low tide) kayaking and exploring the tide pools. Many late afternoons/evenings were spent with a glass of wine on the deck enjoying the incredible sunsets. We even spent a few nights star-gazing with the Nub House telescope - we saw Saturn's rings! (The telescope is also handy for viewing the seals who lounge during the day on a floating dock nearby.) Angela was helpful and responsive, and very welcoming. We enjoyed our stay very much, and would definitely stay again.
5.0
A great house in a great location
We (myself, wife, and 4-year old son) had a perfect week staying at the house. The location is ideal--right on Somes Sound, literally overlooking the water. Additionally, it is very convenient to Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bar Harbor, and of course Acadia NP. It's definitely quieter in this area of Mt. Desert Island, which makes for a relaxing getaway. The house is comfortable, cozy yet spacious, with enough space for people to spend time together or for someone to curl up semi-privately with a good book. The deck overlooking the water is great! it's big, and ended up more as our 'living room' for the week, since the weather was so glorious.
Everything in the house was in great working order--the galley kitchen is very well-equipped and we used it multiple times for breakfast and a few times to cook dinner. For someone who likes to cook, the house is great--the cookware is high quality, the grill is in great shape, and there is a nice selection of knives, utensils, etc. The house was clean, efficient, and very nicely decorated. We loved how private the house was--you could spend a week here in near solitude, but were only minutes away from the National Park and nice small towns.
Having stayed in a number of rental vacation homes over the years, we were really impressed by how well-organized the experience was, which made check-in and check-out a breeze. All in all, this is a fantastic place for a family to spend a week (or more), and we look forward to coming back!
5.0
An idyllic getaway to explore Acadia.
The Nub House was an idyllic setting for our first family vacation in Acadia. Its location on the sound was the perfect place to watch sunsets and seals -- without disruption from neighbors and traffic -- and it provided easy access to the national park for our day adventures.
Though compact the home was well-suited to our family of four. There was plenty of room in the house and on the wrap-around deck to relax after a day of hiking and prepare meals. The quality of the construction, layout and furnishings are far above what we expected and showed an uncommon attention to detail.
We rented kayaks from National Park Kayak & Canoe and used them daily to explore the nearby island. The rocky and wooded areas around the house provided a glorious natural paradise for our children (ages 14 and 11) to explore. The dramatic rise and fall of the tide was awesome to behold. Every sight line is a postcard.
Many thanks to Angela for helping us make wonderful memories and responding timely to our inquiries.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Acadia National Park?
The average price for a rental in Acadia National Park is $345 per night. This rental is $214 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, 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 Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, 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 Secluded ocean-front on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park. ?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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