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"Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

"Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island

Moss Mountain Cottage is a clean, bright, spacious 3-bedroom/two bath cape-style home nestled on 5 private wooded acres in the village of Town Hill. Less than a mile away is the Town Hill Market, noted for its delicious homemade sandwiches and snacks, and where you can access the free Island Explorer shuttle from June to September. Our central location is a short drive to either Long Pond or Echo Lake (part of Acadia National Park) for swimming, kayaking and canoeing, as well as walks to the shore at the nearby Nature Conservancy or along the Blue Horizons pathway. Moss Mountain Cottage offers a heated and air-conditioned home, with a bright, spacious and open living, kitchen and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a first floor bedroom with ¾ bath (shower), two large 2nd story bedrooms that share a full bath with tub/shower combination, wireless internet, TV and Blueray DVD player (no cable - 17 local channels, Netflix and DVD library), games and books are all part of the package. Linens, towels and blankets are also provided. Outside you will find a large front and side yard where children can play, a deck with a gas grill and outside dining, a patio/fire pit with a supply of wood and ample seating - all surrounded by beautiful flower gardens. Free parking is available for up to three vehicles..

Property manager

Jean Sylvia

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Village Green - 17 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 26 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor vacation home is located in a rural location, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Atlantic Brewing Company, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Acadia National Park and Thompson Island Information Center. Long Pond and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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"Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific!
Great house, great location, great stay! Owner helpful and easy to communicate with! Enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia but coat list vacation
Beautiful vacation home. Had an extremely well stocked kitchen and lovely outdoor deck. The bedrooms were very spacious and comfortable. We all enjoyed our stay. It was an easy spot to explore Mount Desert Island from. I would highly recommend this rental. Jean had everything set up for us and was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Place
Nice quiet spot tucked away in the privacy of a wooded lot. The landscaping and fire pit add to the relaxing atmosphere. Owners were very responsive and left a wonderful welcome gift. Easy check-in / check-out. Short drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia
Wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L., Sanatoga, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotlessly clean and so comfortable with wonderful touches in every room. Conveniently locationed.
Would definitely recommend. We enjoyed coffee on the deck and a million stars by the fire pit. We loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage in a peaceful setting
Our grouped loved this property, and we would most definitely stay here again if our travels bring us back to the area. Quiet, well-equipped and very comfortable. All of the previous praises are well-deserved.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Weihua N.

Jean is a wonderful host! The house is at a great location!
Our family of 6 just completed a wonderful vacation at Moss cottage! It has everything we need and the house is close to most attractions and shopping area. Would come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Great stay!
We had a great experience staying at Moss Mountain Cottage. Everything was very clean and organized and any questions that we had were outlined in a great binder that Jean provided along with brochures and ideas of things to do during our stay. House was super cozy and it made everything super convenient! Definitely felt like a home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
The cottage was wonderful! It had everything that was needed, well stocked. The location was centrally located to everything. We would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry G., St Augustine, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful Fall vacation on MDI
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Moss Mt. Cottage. The property was by far the cleanest and best equipped we’ve stayed at. Jean was the perfect host, answering our questions and making sure we were comfortable even during a power outage. We highly recommend this property, and hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great host
Comfortable, clean, spacious, private, and well appointed. Jean is an incredibly thoughtful and thorough host who has considered every detail to make sure that you feel relaxed and 'at home away from home' while enjoying all that MDI has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Perfection!
Great location, comfortable, clean, well stocked, and the owner is super friendly and helpful. I have stayed in many vacation rental properties and this one is in my top five. Don't think about -- book this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bart K., Mashpee, MA

Great Value
This cottage was very clean, surprisingly roomy, well stocked with appliances, etc., and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage on MDI
We had a wonderful stay at Moss Mountain Cottage. The property was clean and exactly as described. The beds were comfortable, the cottage was spacious, and it had air conditioning! We appreciated that it was quiet and secluded off the road in a beautiful wooded area. The location was great for exploring the island - easy to get to Bar Harbor, to hiking in Acadia and to the "quiet side" of the island. A bonus is that it is minutes away from our favorite lobster pound, The Travelin Lobster.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MOSS MOUNTAIN COTTAGE
THIS PROPERTY WAS CENTRAL TO MANY DIFFERENT AREAS.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy U., Townsend , TN

Wonderful place that felt like Home
This is one of the most well equipped homes I’ve stayed in. Jean has thought of everything you could need. It’s a very comfortable place and feels more like home than a rental. Jean is great to work with. The location is very convenient. It’s close to Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sue Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay away spot during quarantine
The house feels a lot bigger than how it looks from website. It’s beautiful and well stocked and has everything we need. The bedroom is spacious and comfortable. we really enjoyed our stay. The owner Jean is so kind, she goes out of the way to make sure the house is in the best condition and her guests are comfortable. I would recommend it to anyone who needs a safe, clean, friendly place to stay in Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to Acadia, quiet, and oh-so-clean
This was a magnificent VRBO. My kids remarked when we finished out trip that, "I think this was the nicest VRBO we've ever stayed in!" It was the perfect size for our family of 4 + in-laws. The kitchen was well-equipped and had all the basic staples we needed for our week. The beds were comfy and the rooms were large. We especially enjoyed the patio and secluded setting to relax after our days hiking in Acadia National Park. Bar Harbor is also close. Make sure you stop by the Travelin' Lobster for lunch if you are at the cabin during the day! It's very close, very delicious, economically priced, and very popular.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie L., Aiken, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moss Mountain Cottage Gem
We were so lucky to have chosen this cottage for our week long stay in Maine. It's very clean, quiet and we felt very safe staying here during times of COVID. The owners were very thoughtful to provide such a well stocked home for their guests. The king bed was very comfortable and there were nice towels for the bath. Jean provided great communication during our stay. We highly recommend Moss Mountain Cottage for your Maine vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

annette c., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort like home in private setting.
The beds are comfortable and kitchen is well stocked with cookware and pantry items which makes it easy to cook and eat meals at home, which was our preference during Covid. Backyard is quiet with we enjoyed making a fire and watching the stars. It seems like everything on MDI is an easy drive from Moss Mountain Cottage! We explored hiking trails and beaches during the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Moss Cottage exceeded our expectations in every way. It was clean, well-appointed, organized and very private. The outside deck and garden/patio were lovely and we enjoyed watching the local wildlife - like the snowshoe rabbit munching on Jean's garden. The location was very convenient and encouraged us to explore the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island. Jean was a great host and made us feel so welcome! I would encourage anyone to stay at Moss Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Perfect location just off the beaten path but close enough to Bar Harbor for shopping or restaurants
Jean was so easy to work with and her personal touch to the cottage was such a warm and genuine plus. We loved the cottage, it had everything that we needed and the cleanliness was over the top. We all came down with the flu and took one full day to rest and it was so comfy that we felt at home. We explored the island for 4 full days and looked forward at the end of the day to return to moss mountain cottage. Thank you Jean!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W., Bloomington , IN

Moss Mountain Cottage - home away from home!
We spent a wonderful week at Moss Mountain Cottage. Jean is a perfect host, the house has everything you could need and many things you never even would have thought about having. It was an ideal location for our adventures in and around Mount Desert Island - Arcadia and Bar Harbor are just minutes away. It's an hour drive from Bangor airport, easy to find yet feels private and secluded. We spent more time in the house than on other vacations because it was so comfortable and homey. We will definitely stay here again when we return to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Jean- thank you for renting us your cottage. It was so beautiful! The beds were comfortable and the cottage was so relaxing to stay. You were extremely attentive to all of my questions about the area and with giving me recommendations on where to go. The welcome basket was beautiful and the homemade jam is so tasty! Moss Mountain Cottage is extremely homey and I would 100% rent again if I make it up to Maine in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina A., Nashville, TN

Spacious, secluded property
Moss Mountain Cottage was perfect for my husband, myself and our two teenage children - who were happy to each have their own bedroom. The owner has stocked the cottage with all the comforts of home. The cottage was large enough for each of us to have our own space, yet gather together if we wanted. We enjoyed the seclusion of the location. It is set away from the road and surrounded by a copse of birch and evergreens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017