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Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park

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TV, books, video library
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park

Otter Creek Acadia House

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Find a bright, airy retreat in the midst of Acadia National Park at this 3-bedroom Mount Desert home, a family-friendly escape with a sunny deck and an outstanding location for hikers, kayakers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts!

You'll find this home in the small community of Otter Creek, which is bordered on all sides by Acadia's serene landscapes. Get up before dawn to catch the sunrise on the Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail down the road, hop on the nearby Park Loop Road to see Acadia's highlights, and sit down for a wonderful dinner or two in downtown Bar Harbor five miles north.

The living space was seemingly designed for a family, offering casual, comfortable furnishings, and free WiFi. Begin each morning with coffee and breakfast in the kitchen (with a dishwasher), and spend the day hiking the Ocean Path or whale-watching off the coast. Come home to enjoy dinner on the deck, and retire inside for a night of board games and movies on the two flatscreen TVs.

Come and discover one of Maine's most majestic landscapes!

Things to Know

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Home W/deck Great Location in the Heart of Acadia National Park!
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive
  • Thunder Hole - 14 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Thunder Hole, Ocean Path Trailhead, and Gorham Mountain Trail. Hunters Beach and Sand Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Home with deck, great location in the heart of Acadia National Park Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bianca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and looking forward to staying here whenever we’re back in Bar Harbor! The house is a great location - it’s has great privacy while being just a few minutes to Bar Harbor for shopping and restaurants and to Acadia for sight seeing and hiking trails. The house was well stocked with ample sets of towels, shampoo conditioner and wash, kitchen supplies, and board games / entertainment. Was spacious enough for 5 adults and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Margaret M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, lots of potential, needs better cleaning, and updates.
Stove was greasy, pink mold inside the 5 dehumidifiers, grass needed mowed, 100s of dead ants in game room/garage that could easily be swept up, cobwebs in windows. Emptying 5 dehumidifiers that filled up in less than 24 hours got old quick! Not really what I thought I was paying for. This house is in great location and has a lot of potential but needs a good clean, some updates, and some kind of solution to the mugginess on the lower floor that doesn’t require vacationers to empty 5 dehumidifiers at least once daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Surrounded by the Park!
Really nice house and kitchen. Andy the location is great. You can quickly go to Bar Harbor, or you can avoid it altogether if you want. Easy access to trails, the Loop Road, Cadillac Mountain, etc. We got a reservation and then drove to the summit of Cadillac Mountain in significantly less than an hour. As a bonus, my youngest son (19) and I saw a young Buck as we were loading the car to leave. We just stared at the Buck for about a minute as a guess. Then it turned and left, its' hooves completely silent as it seemed to float away.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway!
Good big property for a family vacation! Peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Good price for the area. Be aware, there is only 4 private bedrooms, 2 are in the basement and you need to run dehumidifiers and empty constantly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disappointing Stay
Six moms stayed here for a fall getaway. On a positive note, the house was in a convenient area in between downtown and Acadia National Park. The cleaning staff also did a good job. The property manager allowed us a more flexible check out time, which was appreciated. However, this was probably our least favorite vacation rental out of several trips. The bathrooms were small and outdated. One of them only has a tiny shower with a flimsy curtain and the other has mildew stains around the tub. The bedroom with the bunk beds has black stains in the carpet near the door. Several bedrooms did not have a closet. The living space is very small. The fire place is blocked off, but still has a raised stone area that juts out - watch your toes. The TV volume seemed to be fading out; hard to hear conversations when watching a movie. This property could benefit from fixing the fireplace or adding a fire pit or hot tub. We would not stay here again unless it is updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

lisa s.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, lots of space, but very worn, smelled
We chose the property because of the location along with the amount of indoor and outdoor space. The location was great, along with the amount of bedrooms and outdoor space. The property is much more worn than appears in photos. All carpets appear stained, the shower curtains were orange with mildew, walls dinged and scuffed. When we arrived the house stunk- a mildew smell particularly on the lower level where 3 of us were sleeping. I notified the manager and they did send someone about 24 hours later who emptied 3 dehumidifiers that helped with the issue. The question is how long was that water sitting there? The house had clearly been cleaned prior to our arrival, beds made, clean towels. We ran the dehumidifiers constantly during our stay and they needed to be emptied continuously. It always smelled but never as bad as when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

janet p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Almost a perfect fit- masterbedroom for us, private bedroom for newly weds, "apartment" for couple & 2 children, loft for teenager, small bunk room for a single. Incredibly furnished kitchen. Could have used another fan. Tv reception-barely. Driveway hard to locate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Acadia Spot
The house was clean and had everything you needed. It was a nice layout and slept everyone comfortably. The only issue was that the house was extremely hot when we were there. There is no air conditioning so it was a bit muggy in the house. Other than that, it was a great location right near the park and right near some popular trails. Would recommend, just not in a heat wave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Location
This property is located very near an entrance to Acadia National Park. We were able to easily access the park loop road, and get right to attractions like Cadillac Mountain, Thunder hole, and Sand Beach. The deck is great, comes equipped with a grill, and could easily accommodate a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for a big group of friends
Stayed here with 9 friends and each person got their own bed- easily could have fit up to 12. Perfect location on mount desert island within about 15 mins drive to most trail heads and bar harbor! Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Kyle R.

Probably just bad luck. Things happen.
Trash related issues. Previous guest trash filled all the available barrels. Trash bags were not available and we had nowhere to put trash etc. and then the animals overturned the barrels of previous guests which led to a daily clean up in the driveway by our group. Also, many missing light bulbs and sparse supplies. My guess is simply very busy house and there simply was not time to replenish the house for our group. It was also very very hot inside at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia NP
Great house, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Really nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Sandra S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Close proximity to Bar Harbor. Little hard to find, not well marked.
Had problem with water overflowing in humidifier in lower level. Had problem with for that wouldn't allow people out of bedroom. Not very clean to start out. Needs we're clean. But floor was not refunded my cleaningand tables and counters were dirty. Shower in basement not clean. They was no propane until the second day and Verizon phones do not work there. Other wise they tried to get all of our complaint taken care of and after which we had a fabulous time in a out of the space. Thanks. I truly believe all things will be addressed. Watch out for the driveway though. Very easy to bottom out your car.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Andrea L.

Acadia trip
Good location and easy quick drive to get in to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor downtown but property interior is quite worn and garbage bags under front stairs had noxious smell that precluded opening windows (no AC in house) in bedroom due to smell permeating the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We had a wonderful stay on the property. The location was perfect to everything we wanted to do. The layout of the house was great for hanging out with friends. We would definetly recommend this house. There is nothing we would change about our stay other than staying longer!! thank you so much.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Great home!
This house worked great for the many family members who were visiting Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Andrea T.

clean & comfortable
The house was very clean, the beds were very comfortable. The pots and pans were a better quality than we usually find in vacation rentals. Couch and chairs were comfortable, plenty of seating for everyone when it was time to eat. We never ran out of hot water and there were 8 of us there. The only down sides were the house was set back so it was kinda hard to find, It would be nice if there was some kind of distinguishing object out front. And the drive way needs some work. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Arvind R., Seattle

Great Place in an excellent location.
This place has the best value for money given its location! We had a wonderful stay. However, 2 bathrooms for a 11 people was the only shortcoming could think of about this place but other than that we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

David & Marilyn S., New Holland pa

Was nice and clean and had an equipped kitchen and loved the table on the deck
We really enjoyed our stay The location was great, only a short drive from Bar Harbour
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Laura C.

Convenient and comfortable
Spent the days hiking in Acadia and this was a nice place to relax at the end of the day. It was nice to be close to Bar Harbor but to stay in a quiet home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Marilyn A.

Beautiful home in natural seclusion of woods
We really enjoyed the open space and natural light of this home. It was just right for our large, extended family and kiddos.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018