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Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard

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On the beach, beach towels
Property grounds
Onsite parking, car recommended
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard

Rock Holme - This is a private oceanfront house set on a point at the tip of the town of Bernard with views of Bass Harbor and outer islands. It has a large painted deck with chaise chairs, anti-gravity chairs, dining furniture, and large gas barbecue grill. The private beach is accessible from the front yard and through a short woods path over a quaint bridge and short walk trough our woods path. The beach through the woods has large stones to sunbath on, and picnic on and there is an island that appears on our beach at low tide. It's a great place to explore and for evening cocktails as the sun sets. There is some beach sand that occurs on our beach at low tide and a nice soft public sand beach to the right of the property around the corner at low tide within walking distance. The ocean sand area is fun to explore to find hermit crabs. Our front beach is ideal to launch kayaks and to beach comb.

The house has three bedrooms. The front master bedroom with queen bed overlooks the water. The color theme is a turquoise/ sea green for curtains and bedding. Pictures feature flowers, coastal art, and Asian art. The ocean view is perfect from the bed. The other queen bedroom overlooks the yard with a side window facing the water. If you leave that window open at night you will hear the ocean which is very soothing. The color theme in this room is blue and it has Asian art. There is a smaller bedroom with a twin bed in between perfect for a young child or adult. (Sorry, no children below age 5 considered - refer to rules and policies). The theme is white with blue accents. The bathroom upstairs is split into two, the inner bathroom with shower, toilet and sink, the outer with sink, mirror, and linen/ medicine cabinets. The front room downstairs overlooking the water has dining area/ combination living room, with the deck accessible from sliding glass door on front and door on side. The couches are oversized, comfortable for relaxing, cocktails, reading, and socializing. Rocking chairs can be moved around to view the water or join in the fun in the living room.

There is a family room in the back where the first door enters the house with spectrum cable, large Smart TV, wireless internet, and Netflix. This room has closing doors off the kitchen and living room. It seats 4 comfortably on the couch and armchair. You can bring one of the rustic rocking chairs or hassock in for extra seating if needed. The house has older antique wooden furniture with charm, mixed with some modern pieces, and beautiful seascape and Asian artwork and decorative features throughout (antiques/ stained glass, carved birds and other art). In the closet in the family room, you can find cushions for the porch dining set, pillows for couch, a spare kitchen grill, and spare placemats. There is a small bathroom next to the family room for easy access when entering or leaving the house. The pictures do not fully display the beauty and details of our house, grounds or beach. Don’t worry you will be pleasantly surprised!

The kitchen is fully stocked with cook pots, cast iron pans, aluminum pans, Silverstone pans, lobster pot, stew pot, 4 slice toaster, wall oven, slow cooking plug in pots, microwave, blender, coffee maker, coffee grinder, waffle maker, lobster cutlery, and serving dishes, mugs, wine glasses, beer mugs, wooden spoons, pitcher, utensils, lettuce cleaner, cutting boards, knives, etc. In the cabinet over the new propane 5 burner stove, there are spices, cooking oils /sprays, cordial glasses and champagne glasses. The brand-new propane stove has five electric start burners and cooks very efficiently. In the kitchen closet you will find assorted items such as baskets, cutting boards, baggies, paper plates, spare paper towels, aluminum foil, plastic wrap and barbeque utensils. There are all the accessories if you decide to have takeout lobsters from Thurston’s lobster pound down the street, including plates, bibs, and butter warmers, and lobster utensils.

The living room has comfortable furniture for relaxing, socializing, cocktails, reading and games. In the bottom of the desk are a variety of games and cards for leisure activities. The shelves in the living room have interesting art books, books of local interest and guides/ maps for hiking that you may borrow. There are a multitude of cookbooks particularly focusing on seafood and healthy cooking to help you get creative in the kitchen or as you are cooking on the grill. Hopefully this house will have all that you need to access to truly have a wonderful vacation while you stay here and you will want to return year after year in the summer or early fall to relax and create more seashore Down East Maine memories with your family!

We have received many compliments on the charm of this house, with many returning guests yearly. We are constantly making upgrades to the interior, exterior, and to its furnishings. This year was no exception!

We have a wonderful restaurant /bar at end of street, Thurston's which is known for its steamed lobster, giant and smaller lobster roll, crab roll, fish chowder and lobster stew,clams, mussels and many other delicious appetizer foods! It has a quaint full-service bar with local Atlantic brews on tap with beautiful artistic interior! It is a very comfortable bar/ restaurant that we frequent on every trip here to mix with locals and visitors!

Keywords: coastal cottage, beachfront home, oceanfront home near Acadia, private beach front on point

This property is appropriate for children age 5 and older. No children younger will be considered for this rental property!

Property manager

Reine Tracy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: Not appropriate for under age 5, do not inquire.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Very Private Beachfront Home on Point Bernard
Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard Bernard

About the neighborhood

Map
Bernard, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 8 min drive
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 26 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 40 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard located?

This Bernard vacation home is on the beach, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Acadia National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Seal Cove Pond. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Very Private Beachfront Home on Point - Bernard Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David S., Sharon, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view from the living room
The house looks out on the Bass Harbor with water just steps away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful setting
Beautiful views of water at end of the road location. Charming house very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Margot B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Bernard!
View is amazing. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen is very cluttered but has everything and much more than needed. House a bit dark for our tastes… very 1940-50 Maine cabin style
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful Stay in Bernard, Maine
My family and I have vacationed in Maine for over 20 years. This is the first time we rented a house and we are so glad we did! This house was spacious and welcoming. It was decorated beautifully and felt very homey. The deck on the back was large and accommodating: perfect for enjoying your morning coffee! Another bonus was the house's location. We were within walking distance from Thurston's Lobster Pound, our favorite restaurant in Acadia! We had a wonderful stay here and the owner could not have been more friendly or responsive. We hope to be able to return someday in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Positively perfect
This property is absolutely amazing!! Beautiful setting, extremely clean and comfortable. The pictures and description of this property cannot do it justice. We will definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very comfortable
Amazing location directly on the ocean with miles of shoreline to explore. Very well equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings. The owner was most responsive. Walking distance from Thurston’s with the best lobster roll on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, cozy, and secluded
We loved this property. Tucked away on the quiet side of the island, but can still walk to get lobster. The private rocky beach was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice setting and house, quiet, close enough to everything
Nice 3BR - a bit rustic but fitting for the area. Great front porch. Maine the way it should be. Property is right on ocean and very close to a great lobster restaurant. Good internet, nice owner, fair cell service.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
My family of four loved our stay in this home! Very clean, comfortable and location on the water can’t be beat. Easy drive to Acadia, and we also enjoyed hiking trails on the quiet side of MDI. Having Thurston’s Lobster Pound in walking distance was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Scott F., Omaha, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Fantastic view of the harbor and a 5 minute walk to Thurston’s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful oceanfront stay on the quiet side of MDI
This is a beautiful oceanfront property and well cared for home that was perfect for my family of four, including my two boys (ages 8 and 6) who were in heaven exploring "their own" rocky beach and tidepooling every day. The home is surrounded by trees and is in such a peaceful, quiet area that gave us deer spotting every day! The nearby town of Southwest Harbor has some very nice restaurants - though limited options, the town was far more relaxing and less touristy than Bar Harbor. And having a home base allowed for cooking after those busy days when the kids needed to just chill out...and we could still enjoy oceanfront dining with the house grill and firepit after the kids went to bed. Our host was very helpful with information on the home and area in advance. It is about a 30 minute drive to the main Acadia park entrance, but there are plenty of great hikes/park areas to explore on this side of the island (with less crowds!!) and the drives were picturesque. We loved our stay, and think your family will too! PS - traffic and parking struggles in Acadia are for real in Aug. Get up and at 'em if you want a spot in the key parking lots.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic, peaceful spot.
We loved our stay at Rock Holme. The VRBO description was very accurate, the place was very clean, fully functional, with typical New England quaintness and practicality. We enjoy cooking and the kitchen, grill and patio all performed admirably. Access to a private beach is extremely difficult to find in this price range and we were blown away by the scenery, sunsets and ability to unwind from reality. Communication with the owner was great and we will consider renting again. If you are looking for granite countertops and/or lots of nearby eateries, you may need to look elsewhere. If you are seeking a truly serene escape, with the comforts of a real home, and the ability to access a stunning national treasure that is Acadia, you should consider a Rock Holme rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet side is great
This house is located on the “quiet side” of the island which was perfect for us. It is right on the water and has good space for the whole family. Reine was very helpful in giving us information about the house, the neighborhood and the island. We had a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Perfect
We loved our stay in this quaint beachfront home! The location was perfect for the relaxing atmosphere we were looking for. Our 3 boys had a blast exploring the rocks and tide pools. We had a campfire every night and enjoyed the stars and woke up to hot coffee with a view of the boats going out of the harbor. The kitchen had everything that we needed and our beds were very comfortable. We were a quick 20-30 minute drive to lots of hiking and biking carriage trails and swimming holes on the quiet side but it was also an easy drive to get to Bar Harbor for whale watching, Jordan Pond for biking and popovers, and Sand Beach for swimming. One of our highlights was an aerial tour of the island on Scenic Flights of Acadia - HIGHLY recommend! Our best dinners were at Beal's and Archie's, but we also enjoyed Seafood Ketch, Thurstons, the Upper Deck, and MDI Lobster - all very close! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bernard
Nice place on the water. House is older but well kept. Appliances function well. Would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B., Somerville

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location!
Beautifully maintained home right on the water in Bernard, MDI, ME. We had cliffs steps away from our doorway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a wonderful time. The cottage was perfect for our time away. If you want to do a lot of activities out of Bar Harbor, it is good to be aware that you have about a 30-40 minute drive. We didn’t mind that. The trade off of the quiet setting more than makes up for the travel time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
a great place to get away from it all
We had a great stay at the house and enjoyed the wonderful views from the deck and upstairs bedroom. The house has a fantastic location right on the water. Our host was very responsive to all of our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Coastal Home
This was my first time using VRBO and Reine made it very easy. The house was like a time capsule filled with beautiful trinkets and family treasures. The home was very comfortable and had a great location. My family had a terrific time and enjoyed the house very much. Reine gave us a lot of good tips and made the whole stay easier. I would love to go back and spend time there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quietside Cottage
Reine was so easy to work with! Very accessible. Great information in the house about local activities. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon S., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Lovely relaxing time at this quiet Maine charmer. We enjoyed our rocks and pools, and especially s’mores on the fire pit with that magnificent view.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Wish i had known how wonderful evening and twilight are at this house with the sun setting behind us as we'd have eaten in every night. We'd go here again when returning to MDI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
This house was perfect for our family of five! The front porch view was stunning. We loved beach combing, eating fresh seafood and being able to get to Acadia NP easily. Reine was awesome to work with and shared so much about this house and area. The house was cozy and comfortable and had everything (and then some) that we needed. We had such a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marco D., Fallston, MD USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Coastal beauty
Amazing home in a very peaceful and secluded setting. Good communication and follow up with the owner. Breathtaking view, especially at sunrise and it’s directly on the rocky shoreline as described. Enjoyed the walks and exploring along the beach and stroll to Thurston’s for lobster. Although the furthest point from Bar Harbor - thus called Quietside - the drives are always breathtaking and plenty to see in the Bass Harbor area alone. Highly recommend Island Cruises out of Bass Harbor. Great stay and hope to stay again in this charming cottage by the sea.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation by the ocean
We just finished our first trip to Maine and everything was better than expected. Reine was very informative and the rental experience was easy from booking to departure. The home was well kept and the proximity to explore the seashore was great, and the drive to the busier side of the island was very easy. Our kids spent as much time as possible exploring the rocky shore and catching crabs and small shrimp. We would definitely recommend this property to other potential visitors!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019