My three granddaughters 5, 11 and 13) and I spent five days in the Sea Glass House. What memories! The house had everything we needed and more. Lots of room to relax. Very comfortable beds. I was amazed at how many things we found to explore on the Island… beaches, restaurant, fresh lobsters, library, museum, pottery shop. Everyone was so nice. The kids enjoyed the playground and rock hunting on the beach. We took the mailboat(free ride) to Great Cranberry Island one day for the Ladies Aide Society’s fair. The process of schlepping our stuff was much easier than I thought it would be. Unloaded on the dock on the mainland and Melissa was waiting for us on arrival. She was a great source of information and a big help. Very special house in a unique setting for an amazing adventure.

Our stay at Seaglass House was absolutely lovely! Everything is better than pictured. Immaculately clean, homey, beautiful and perfectly located. Jim & Melissa, the house managers, were super responsive and caring when we had a question or two. It was a beautiful experience we’d love to repeat if we are ever fortunate enough to do so!

We were looking for a place to stay as we explored Acadia; we lucked into an absolute gem with the Sea Glass House, a large, 100+ year old home on Little Cranberry Island. As a base for exploring the park, it was perfect for us; there is a ferry which makes trips to and from Mount Desert Island multiple times per day. The house itself was lovely, and well-appointed. With multiple porches, decks and sitting areas, our family felt very, very comfortable there. The house was clean, spacious, and charming, and the island itself was wonderful. Melissa and Jim, the caretakers for the property, were warm, so kind, and made sure we had whatever we needed. Josephine, the property owner, furnished us with a welcome packet well in advance of our trip, containing all kinds of tips and advice for our stay. We loved the island, we loved the house, and we are so very grateful to the folks who made our stay so memorable. We hope to return in the future!

Our second year in a row at Seaglass House! It was amazing-beautiful weather, relaxing, and rejuvenating. We enjoyed the bikes, the stars, fireflies, beaches, glass and rock hunting. Fresh seafood...lobster as sweet as can be! Josephine’s home has everything you could possibly need...it was almost like “coming home” this year. We’ll be back again...highly recommended if you want to relax...go back in time....reconnect...let each day unfold as you discover new treasures daily! Visit the PO and say hello to Joy and zip code the cat, fresh lobster down by the dock. The porch was a favorite place to read and have drinks before dinner. You do need to plan-bring your food/drinks, but know there is a little shop on the dock that has a great selection if you forgot something....take the mailboat and bikes to Big Cranberry and explore the multiple beaches and then grab a treat at the little restaurant or general store. Easy access to Bar Harbor and Acadia via the mailboat back to BE Harbor... ...you must see Acadia...beautiful! Sand Beach a must...You will not regret your time spent on Little Cranberry...go!!😊☀️🦞😊

What a wonderfully relaxing place to stay. All of the amenities in the house are functional, the beds are very comfortable and the kitchen well laid out and stocked. There were too many positives to list so I emphasize that the following minor issues were not serious and in no way impacted our overall experience which was fabulous - even my 12 and 16 year olds settled quickly into a relaxed rhythm. As with seemingly all rentals, if dull kitchen knives bother you, bring your own. The Dock restaurant has a fabulous ambience and is really fun, but the advice to get reservations should be taken seriously and the food was only so so. Mosquitos are small, but very abundant so bring repellant. Again, a beautiful and unique place to stay.

We love, love, love the Seaglass House and have visited for the second year in a row. Every little detail is perfect--from the fresh wildflowers in a vase on arrival to a well-equipped kitchen (Kitchenaid mixer, homemade pasta machine, and so much more!!), to all the hundreds of books to browse, the garden, the sea breezes in the windows, the delightful neighbors, the proximity to the playground and library for the kids to play at, etc, etc etc. I could go on and on about how much I love this home and this island, but suffice it to say that I would 100% recommend the experience to anyone.

Charming house, full of history, art, shells and everything you need for a perfect stay at Little Cranberry Island. We loved every minute and hated to leave. Lots of room and the porches are sublime. Not like new, so don’t expect perfection. Only flaw in our experience was the dishwasher not working.

Our second year in a row at Seaglass House! It was amazing-beautiful weather, relaxing, and rejuvenating. We enjoyed the bikes, the stars, fireflies, beaches, glass and rock hunting. Fresh seafood...lobster as sweet as can be! Josephine’s home has everything you could possibly need...it was almost like “coming home” this year. We’ll be back again...highly recommended if you want to relax...go back in time....reconnect...let each day unfold as you discover new treasures daily! Visit the PO and say hello to Joy and zip code the cat, fresh lobster down by the dock. The porch was a favorite place to read and have drinks before dinner. You do need to plan-bring your food/drinks, but know there is a little shop on the dock that has a great selection if you forgot something....take the mailboat and bikes to Big Cranberry and explore the multiple beaches and then grab a treat at the little restaurant or general store. Easy access to Bar Harbor and Acadia via the mailboat back to BE Harbor... ...you must see Acadia...beautiful! Sand Beach a must...You will not regret your time spent on Little Cranberry...go!!😊�☀️🦞�😊�

We have fallen in love with the area, the island, the waters, and especially Sea Glass House. We hope to be back, and we will never forget this home as our most peaceful, lovely vacation. A true oasis. Owner was not in the area during our visit but local property manager was helpful and accessible. Home and kitchen are well-equipped. Porch is lovely, but mosquitos are fierce. Thank you Josephine, for a lovely home. Thank you, Islesford, for a lovely community.

Our stay at the Sea Glass House was remarkable at every level. From the fabulous kitchen to the terrific bedrooms and comfy mattresses--everything exceeded our expectations! Thank you Josephine for the privilege of sharing your world and Melissa for guiding us through it.

Great get-a-away and wonderful way to experience the less touristy side of East Coast living.

The house was perfect and had everything we needed. Very comfortable, and it was fun exploring all of the rooms and all of the interesting art and artifacts. The island is so quaint! We loved walking to the beaches, searching for seaglass, and climbing on the rocks along the shore. Very unique, relaxing, and memorable vacation experience!

We stayed in the Sea Glass house for 5 weeks in late May through June of last year and it was an experience our family of 7 will never forget. Our boys were begging to go back to the island the second we left. Our first day was Memorial day and were immediately invited to the town "parade" which consisted of everyone (about 20 folks, including our 7) walking together to each 3 cemeteries on the island to pay respect to all the islanders who'd served our country. We knew from this moment that we'd found a very special place. There is a lot to love about the Sea Glass House; the location, the decor and history, amenities, the community, and a very thoughtful host, Josephine. The property is located right in the middle of "town" across from the Post office and school. It was incredibly convenient for our boys to hop across to the playground or to go hang out with "Zip Code" the cat at the post office. Be sure to get to know Joy, the postmaster, who lives up to her name sake. It's an easy walk to the dock, or basically any other beach of the island. One highlight was our daily walk to the water to feed the seagulls our table scraps (a welcomed rule of the eco-friendly island.) The house itself is is a beautiful Victorian, steeped with history inside and out. Pick from a library of books about Islesford, Maine, or the artists of the community. The top house amenities for us were the bikes, hand cart and wrap-around porch. The high speed internet, washer and dryer, and dishwasher were also great. Josephine provided plenty cleaning supplies and laundry detergent. I could write another 15 paragraphs about the community of Islesford but really you have to experience it for yourself. It's a welcoming, hard-working, close-nit community, who happen to live in one of the most beautiful places we've ever visited. Despite being out of the country during our visit, Josephine was very attentive to our needs and was great with communication. Thank you Josephine and Islesford!

We loved every second of our stay at the house on Little Cranberry Island. The house is an old charming Victorian with a wonderful lived-in family feel. We felt at easy instantly. Josephine couldn't have been a more generous host and was very accommodating when our first schedule night was postponed by a big storm and power cut. We loved everything about the island... wandering the beaches with our kids and not another person in sight all day long... buying 2 lobsters for 20 dollars fresh off the boat... cycling the paths on the bikes that come with the house... and cooking blueberry pancakes in the wonderful kitchen. Thank you. We are home but long to be back on Little Cranberry.

Very pretty and comfortable old Victorian home that is nicely kept. Island life was quite an experience for us "city" folks. The owner kept in touch and responded to any questions we had. I would absolutely love to stay here again.

After attending a wedding in Bar Harbor, we delighted in extending our vacation with an 'authentic' Maine experience... island living. Our second day on Little Cranberry blessed us with rain, and we spent the day in time travel. It felt like stepping into the past, to enjoy a rainy day in a beautiful Victorian home, surrounded by books and filled with good friends. Back home, we might have wasted the day with television, but here... we were inclined to play a bit of music, read to each other, work a puzzle from the game closet, and simply enjoy our togetherness. We had such a wonderful stay, we are already dreaming of our return. Many thanks to Josephine for the opportunity!

We loved staying at the Sea Glass House so much, it was like home away from home. We had all the conveniences of home on vacation. The house was so charming and it was like stepping through time with the library of books and the character of the house. The beds were so comfortable and we all got a great night sleeps. I had not ridden a bike in over 30 years and it was so much fun to get on one again and cruise the island. We also loved that we had to take a boat to every where off the island. The boat rides were so much fun. We really enjoyed the house and the vacation and can not wait to come again. Thanks for so many great memories.

This is the third summer I've stayed on Islesford at the Sea Glass House, and it is still my favorite place. The house is so lovely and comfortable, and it has everything you need for cooking, relaxing, reading, enjoyment. I love sitting on the porch and riding bikes around the island (there are lots of new bikes). Islesford is a friendly, interesting place, and it's also easy to get to Acadia on the mail ferry for hiking. Melissa and Jim are also great caretakers who are happy to answer any questions. They make everything easy!

We just spent a delightful week at Sea Glass House. The weather was perfect...Josephine’s home is warm and welcoming...you won’t want to leave! We collected sea glass, shells, rocks...we visited Great Cranberry, Bar Harbor, Acadia and relaxed and rejuvenated...toured all the “hot spots” on island! The Dock Restaurant is great - sunsets are awesome! Josephine and Melissa were great to work with and very responsive. The bikes at the house were a great surprise for us and we thoroughly enjoyed them...riding all over the island and even took them on the free ferry to Great Cranberry and rode there. The coastline is beautiful, the people are friendly and I guarantee you will not be disappointed. It’s like stepping back in time, a slower pace to be enjoyed and appreciated. Don’t be in a rush, enjoy the ferry rides and fresh salt air...embrace the island life! We were only 4...my husband, me, our 25 yr.old son and his girlfriend....something for everyone and room for loads more...I was sure to spend time in every room...the side porch became a favorite as I’d sip wine, read, and enjoy watching the Passerbys. All you need are your clothes and a toothbrush. It is helpful to bring food/alcohol from the mainland...there is a restaurant, fresh seafood for purchase, and a small store surprisingly well stocked but is more affordable to bring with you. Watch the ferry schedule and know the late ferry is $20 cash per person-no exceptions. Also, if you go to Bar Harbor and walk over to Bar Island...pay attention to tides...you don’t want to get caught there!! You’ll never be stranded-water taxis available but are $$$. Make the white gingerbread cake and be sure to say hello to Joy and Zipcode at the Post Office across the street! I could go on and on...if you’re looking to unwind and enjoy the quiet life this is the place for you! We’ve already booked for next year!

Simply put... A wonderful stay. The house was spotless and has everything you would ever need. Both Josephine and Mellisa were great hosts. We're hoping to return next year!

What a beautiful getaway! The charming house and its idyllic location was absolutely perfect for our family. It was clean, well stocked, and filled with historic books and photographs of island life. We spent our days soaking up the quiet, meeting the warm islanders, gathering treasures, exploring the coast, riding bikes, and reading. It was a perfect way to close out Summer 2017!

When we first arrived in Maine, I worried that this wonderful house on Little Cranberry was too far from the mainland, but after being there a day we didn't want to leave. We spent the majority of our time "on island" enjoying the wonderful house and community. We have two children under 4 and this was a great place for them to play and explore. There were books, toys, a pack and play, and even a high chair. The beach, restaurant, library, and school park were all a short distance away. If you want a unique experience that will give you time to relax and recharge, you can't go wrong with this rental.

This was our second time at this home and we truly enjoyed it. The house is clean, spacious, and up to date. The rooms are so unique and the stain glass windows are beautiful. We love having the playground so close by for our kids and everything is a short walk away. Sitting on the porch every day is great! Everyone on the island is so friendly. Thanks again for a lovely time.

My family enjoyed this stay very much, from exploring the island to relaxing on the front porch couch. My children also enjoyed the boat trips coming and going. The boat captain gave us some great advice about where to go hiking. Melissa and her family was also very friendly and kind, took great care of our needs on the island. Thank you for a great Maine experience!

I think we found a hidden gem with this home. The location was so much fun. It caused one to slow down and just want to experience the island life and beaches. My kids (7, 5, 2) and husband came home with many treasures from their walks on the beaches. The kids had a fun time at the playground and with the local kids playing a nightly game of manhunt. They slept well after all the fresh air and exploring! The house was also equipped to keep kids busy and adults busy on rainy days (toys, puzzles, books). We did spend one day off the island exploring Acadia. But, make sure to tell the mailboat you are renting for a week to get a better rate on tickets. :) Melissa was a great host on the island and everyone we met there was so friendly and helpful. Make sure you stop in and see the sea glass art bu Ashley Bryan at the church. It was so beautiful. My only downside was I had to deal with my allergies (they may have been because of an old house, animals, and/or seasonal). I didn't let that stop me from enjoying the vacation though and I would totally recommend this home to anyone. (But if you deal with allergies just make sure to pack your medicine.) I hope to be back someday.

The Sea Glass House was indeed a "storybook" home; it was filled with color and light and stories, both from the rooms stocked with books of every kind to the historical narratives associated with the house. It was a fascinating place to spend a week and was right in the center of the island. We loved sitting on the beautiful porch and listening to the conversations across the street at the Post Office and the children riding their bikes down the street. It was an easy walk to the dock or really to anywhere on the island. When we wanted to hike in Acadia, it was easy to catch the mail boat over to NE Harbor, but we were generally content to stay put on LCI and enjoy the Sea Glass House. It had very comfortable beds and everything you could possibly need for cooking. We would love to come back!

We stayed here for a week with my parents, my husband and I, and our three children (9, 6, & 3) and LOVED IT! The house was comfortable, clean and cozy. It was very kid friendly, as was the entire island; the house is right across the street from the school and it's great playground. The house had everything you could possibly need, more so than any other house I've ever rented. The communication with Jo and then Melissa while on the island was great and frequent. We'd highly recommend staying here!

My wife and I, along with another couple, spent a wonderful week at the Sea Glass House on Little Cranberry Island. The island. ., part artists' colony, part fishermen's enclave, offers a panoramic view of Acadia National Park. Sea Glass House, a short walk from the ferry dock, is a magnificent old home with a beautifully manicured lawn, a front porch and a back veranda. The house is tastefully decorated with lots of quirky knick-knacks, a fully-equipped kitchen and a cozy library. You could not ask for more. Sam W., New York City

The house was wonderful! It was a great family vacation and we already miss Maine and the house! I can't think of anything that could have made it better. Out two daughters, age 3 and 6, keep saying that can't wait to go back! The super house was clean and each room had its own charm. We enjoyed cooking in the nice kitchen, grilling on the beautiful porch, and reading in the downstairs reading room. We could not have asked for a better vacation home!

What a beautiful and lovingly maintained home! cozy and full of charm. We have stayed here with just our own family, with guests from France, and with extended family, and it has been perfect for every set up. Lovely amenities and friendly touches everywhere. Great big kitchen for cooking and shared meals, lovely formal dining room, wraparound porch for grilling or for just curling up with a book. Steps away from beaches, walking in the woods, buying seaglass jewelry or visiting an art gallery. And you'll never have such a quiet perfect sleep as here....!