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Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit

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TV, fireplace
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit

Ellsworth Holiday

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Experience lake living at its finest. This charming 2BR/2.5BA cottage offers a private dock on Leonard Lake -- complete with a provided canoe! Find plenty of indoor/outdoor entertaining space between the screen porch, wraparound deck, and large yard with a hammock and firepit.

Within minutes of the Ellsworth city center, your prime locale offers quick access to the best attractions in the Bar Harbor and Acadia area.

LIVING AREA

A plush futon and two armchairs provide comfy seating in the living area, while a freestanding gas stove adds to the cozy ambience. Curl up with a good book or stream favorite shows on the smart TV.

Enjoy beautiful woodland views from the screen porch, which provides another futon and a table.

KITCHEN & DINING

Whip up home-cooked meals in the well-equipped kitchen, which features a full suite of appliances. A beautiful bay window over the sink provides a sunny spot to prepare tasty creations.

When you’re ready to eat, gather at the dining table for six.

BED & BATH

This two-story home sleeps four adults and two kids between two bedrooms and the futon in the living room.

Sleep soundly in the well-appointed primary suite, which features a queen bed and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower.

The lofted second bedroom offers a queen bed and an en-suite half bath. Thoughtful touches include a writing desk, a chaise lounge, and privacy curtains to close off the partially open space to the living area.

The guest bathroom is configured with a walk-in shower.

OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES

Enjoy direct access to the lake with your own private swimming dock (with a kid-friendly swim ladder) and canoe. Spend fun-filled days on the water, then return home to relax outside.

Stretch out in the hammock and unwind to the soothing sounds of the wind chimes. Barbecue burgers on the gas grill, dine alfresco, and roast marshmallows around the wood-burning firepit.

EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS

Extra perks include complimentary Wi-Fi, a stackable washer/dryer, and provided firewood for the outdoor firepit. One canoe, three paddles, and four life jackets will be available during your stay.

Driveway parking is available for three cars.

There is a window air-conditioning unit in the primary suite and a free-standing unit in the loft.

Please note, the swimming dock and ladder are available mid-June through mid-September, and the canoe section will be closed in mid-October.

THE LOCATION

Known as the “Gateway to Acadia and Downeast,” Ellsworth offers a prime home base for adventures in the area, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Your choice locale offers easy access to Mount Desert Island and the Schoodic Peninsula -- both home to parts of Acadia National Park.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Dock details:



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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 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

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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

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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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

56322

About the neighborhood

Map
Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • Ellsworth Public Library - 20 min walk
  • Grand Theatre - 3 min drive
  • Ellsworth City Hall - 3 min drive
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 4 min drive
  • L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joes - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters, Ellsworth Public Library, and Ellsworth Historical Society. Ellsworth City Hall and Grand Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Lake Cottage | Private Dock & Canoe | Screen Porch, Deck, Grill, Firepit Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Great location in the woods. Comfortable beds. Kitchen well stocked. Not too far from Acadia and Bar Harbor. Great for 2 couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia Vacation
Loved this area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine vacation
The cottage was beautiful. Good hub within driving distance to various points (Bar Harbor, Bangor, etc). Very clean and quiet, exactly what we wanted!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Understand what you're booking
I booked this because it had a canoe included. Other bookings in same price range all had issues, but we are a family that paddles. The first thing my son wants to do is go out on the lake (literally still had suit cases in the car). We make the walk back down the drive to the dock and ... no canoe. Send messages about issue ... handled by a 3rd party .... finally get back to us about the canoe on our last day saying there will not be a canoe. Owner told them that they don't put the canoe out until mid June (our stay June 12th - 15th). When we were leaving on the 15th we saw the canoe secured to the dock. The inside of the lake house is nice and clean, the back porch had an insane layer of pollen dust (unusable without significant cleaning). The location is great for Eastern Maine vacation. This house would have been a five star for the price if it wasn't for the issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kaye C., Lewisburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia vacay
The cottage is as the photos show. A spacious, nice place. It does have black ants upstairs and downstairs - they need to address that problem - saw some on counter in kitchen, so watch where you leave food items. The amenities were sufficient - but only conditioner was provided in the showers. Beds were comfortable. We couldn't use the cute screened-in porch because bright yellow pollen was everywhere. It needs to be deep cleaned - as well as the porch cushions. The location is close to Ellsworth and easy drive to Acadia. The area was very private and quiet. We didn't utilize the canoe, but would have if we had stayed longer. Easy walk to the dock and lovely spot to sit on the deck. Overall, we enjoyed this place. Would recommend if the ant problem was solved.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeannie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ellsworth stay
The house and property fit our needs. The check-in and out process was super easy. When we arrived we saw a couple big black ants, as our stay progressed we found more and more. The last night of the stay while trying to cook dinner, the oven had quit working. We contacted Vacasa (which was a computerized auto response, not an actual person), and couldn't get it remedied. We left a note for the maintenance crew when we left of all the things we found needing attention.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Good access to Ellsworth and Arcadia
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, beautiful home.
We had a spectacular stay at the cabin. Location was excellent with the lake across the road and Ellsworth less than a mile away for all your needs and wants. The house was clean, spacious and well stocked. We couldn’t get the stove on but thankfully we only had one chilly night so not a big deal. It’s an ideal launching point for anything in or around MDI and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hertha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia
The whole process was so easy, the Lake House was spacious and so comfortable. Easy to find and we absolutely loved being able to swim.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Stars!
Beautiful property, peaceful and close to Acadia!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
My husband, son and I stayed here on our family vacation to Bar Harbor. Cute and secluded cottage in the woods with views of Leonard Lake. Far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor but close enough to visit the Harbor and Acadia. We really enjoyed it and will recommend it to our friends! Super cute!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cabin atmosphere
This property is cozy and peaceful. The pictures do not do justice to how nice the interior is. The outside is fairly private and peaceful. It should be noted that although you can see the lake from this property, one must walk down the driveway and across a one-lane road to reach the lake and dock. The walk back to the house is a decent incline all the way back to the home. Overall we very much enjoyed the atmosphere and home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for us!
This was the perfect house for our family of three. We walked in to the house, and it was spotless, cozy and nicely decorated. My favorite part was the huge window in the living room. The lake was right across the street and down a hill. Ellsworth is a very cute little town with everything you will need. We spent most of our time in Bar Harbor and Acadia which was about 35 minute drive. Make sure to try the blueberry soda.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Location
Property was very clean. Good location near Acadia National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ro P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip to Bar Harbor
The house was great. Very private, which is what we like. They had everything there you could want, (except spices) for cooking. All utensils, pots, pans, everything! Beds were comfortable and plenty of blankets, pillows, and towels for the bath and kitchen! We would stay there again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost perfect
The cottage was exactly like the photos and had plenty of room for 4. Could have slept up to 6. Cleanliness was top notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette C., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven!
What a wonderful location and home! We had the most relaxing vacation! The home is close to everything, yet so quiet. We so enjoyed using the candy e and exploring the lake. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
We absolutely loved this little cabin. It was spotless and decorated so cute. There was an amazing amount of storage, so clothes and luggage were all put away. It was too cool while we were there to swim, but we enjoyed the view of the lake. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot for a getaway
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the lakehouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage & quite spacious ...
Beautiful cottage ! Place had quite a bit of room in it, the only thing that would’ve made it better is if it had single beds instead of queen beds, at least in one of the bedrooms. We had a party of four and we were just friends. Also, The futon in the living room was listed as the additional sleeping area, although it was comfortable , it was VERY hard to sleep there, as there were no curtains or blinds anywhere in that living room area. There was also no curtains/blinds in the kitchen area as well adjacent to LV .. that was disappointing.. Overall great little place , wish we had time to take canoe out, but we did not. Had a really nice grill there too , which we did not get to use .. I was disappointed the TV in the bedroom was not working ! we could not get it to work.even after contacting the realty and following all the instructions. TV in the living room was great . Ellsworth is a cute little town and it was very central ~ 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia park. Definitely recommend this place , as it was overall an above average little cottage...
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Flavor of Maine
Perfect amount of space for 4 and gave us a little flavor of what it's like to live in Maine...perfect location to Bar Harbor and downtown Ellsworth.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen E., Summerville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cabin tucked away in the woods
We really enjoyed our stay here. Great layout and living space both indoor and out. Very private and comfortable for 4 adults and a baby... convenient to town and a reasonable drive to Acadia. Although we didnt use the canoe we did enjoy the views of the lake and sitting around the fire pit in the evening. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Don L.

Cabin above lake- good retreat
We enjoyed our visit except that it smelt like cigarette smoke our entire stay. The stale smell irritated my eyes and sinuses since I am allergic to smoke. The friendly owner stopped to check on the driveway when it was raining and mentioned it was the former guests who smoked. This factor impacted our overall experience . In fact, I think we should receive money back from Vrbo or Turnkey rentals since it was not what we expected when booking this place. Otherwise, it is a quaint place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Easy to get to Acadia but away from the crowds!
Enjoyed our stay. Great little lake house tucked away but close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021