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Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard

Dory Haven

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Affectionately known as Dory Haven, this newly renovated cove-front cottage features tasteful New England decor, high ceilings, a screened porch, and a sunroom boasting an abundance of windows and waterfront views. In a prime locale, you’ll have close access to the area’s natural wonders. Traverse the coastal woodlands of Acadia National Park, or hike local peaks like Champlain Mountain and The Beehive. For explorations nearby, Bartlett’s Landing and Long Pond can be reached in no time.

Relax in the spacious living room, furnished with two sofas, armchairs, and a gas fireplace. Pick your favorite film from the vast array of DVDs and have a movie night on the 31-inch TV. An adjacent sunroom boasts a sofa and rocking chair, as well as a dining table. Whip up tasty vacation meals in the open kitchen, outfitted with new appliances, granite countertops, and all the kitchenware needed. Enjoy morning coffee at the two-person breakfast nook. Gather in the sunroom at the unique live-edge wooden dining table for six and take in beautiful views of the waterfront backyard.

The whole family will enjoy the expansive grassy backyard. Roast s’mores over the fire pit or go for a swim in the refreshing waters. Please note that the waterfront is tidal, meaning at certain times of the day, there is no water. However, during high tide, the water is perfect for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, including seals, otters, and Maine seabirds. End your day with drinks on the deck, with seating for two. Sizzle dinner on the grill, then head to the lower-level screened porch to enjoy an alfresco dinner at the picnic table. This area also offers a two-person table, ideal for a quiet moment at the end of an activity-filled day.

For nearby excursions, launch a kayak from Bartlett’s Landing, which also serves as a wonderful spot to catch a sunset. Or head to Long Pond, a nearly 4-mile long, glacial lake. Drive 15 minutes to Acadia National Park. Spend your time exploring the woodlands, breathing in the salty air on the rocky shores, and watching for local wildlife. Explore the coastal town of Bar Harbor, just a 25-minute drive from your home. Indulge in local cuisine, shop the boutiques, or charter a boat to explore the deep blue sea.

THINGS TO KNOW


Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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 a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 1,209 square feet

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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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

57323

About the neighborhood

Map
Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Echo Lake Beach - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 23 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Travelin Lobster - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Acadia National Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Long Pond. Seal Cove Pond and Atlantic Brewing Company are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

Perfect place for getting away and back to nature. Great 4-season porch overlooking the cove. Quiet, comfortable, cozy. Bed and stove could be updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dory Haven

Lovely place, great house.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Wonderful home

Great home, wonderful location, very peaceful and quiet! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerriel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax!

Beautiful scenic and comfortable, had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

Wonderful unplugged getaway

Cozy and quiet well appointed cottage for our trip to Acadia. Loved being right on the cove, beautiful views. Enjoyed evenings around the fire.
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10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Great retreat

Well appointed and beautiful setting. Very peaceful on the cove. Coffee on the porch watching daylight arrive, and sunset at night was stunning. Will book again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth v.

Wonderful place

We had a great stay here. We loved the fact that we could watch the time come in and out and do it from the comfort of the porch. The house had everything we needed for our stay. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Dory Haven - AMAZING

The tranquility, beautiful setting, endless views, in-house extremely well-stocked, cozy but spacious, phenomenal sunporch…..overall very comfortable & felt like home! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

The coziest New England cottage!

We loved Dory Haven so much! Coming from the south, it provided such a warm welcome and a great fall getaway. Would definitely stay there again. It was the perfect distance from town too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Doug M.

Great, Quiet Maine Getaway!

Nice clean home with water views. Quiet area relatively close to Bar Harbor and Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property; great location

Larger than it looks in the pics! Stunning setting and great location; only about 20-25 minutes from Acadia, Bar Harbor and Bass Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katrin A.

Wonderful peaceful views from inside and outside

The pictures do not do this home justice! The sunroom is spacious and you will have gorgeous views onto the water. The living room is big enough for our family of 4 to be together but not on top of each other. The DVD collection made for fun filled family evenings We loved the coziness of the furniture and decorations. The screened in porch on the bottom was a wonderful addition to discover. The bedrooms are light and since there are no blinds on the skylights, you will wake up early enough to do all your hiking:).
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Oasis

Enjoyed staying on the “quiet side” of MDI. Loved the sun porch and yard overlooking the pond. A very comfortable place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We were traveling with our teenager and one yr old. The water access gave plenty to do while home and Acadia/ Bar Harbor are close enough we went there several times. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cortney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Everything great except for communication

We absolutely loved this property. It was so tranquil and the view of the cove was beautiful at all hours. The issues that we encountered were with communication. The listing when we booked over a year prior to our trip said that the property was pet friendly, which has since changed. Thankfully, we were still allowed to bring our pup, but it took significant effort and time to get clarification which was quite stressful. Also during our stay there was an issue with a lock on an exterior door and they sent someone to repair the issue without communicating this - it was really upsetting to return with someone inside the rental without being notified prior.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dory Haven

Was all that it was said to be. Pictures were up to date.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N., Frederick, Md

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful waterfront property

This was a great place. Very roomy yet a cozy feeling as well. Loved the sun room which had a beautiful dining table, comfortable sofa and rocking chair. My husband and I spent a lot of time in this room. The view of the water was beautiful. This was on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island which is where we love to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded Expectations

This was a first visit to Acadia. The location was ideal for everything we had planned. The Visitor center was within an easy drive where we could park and explore the park. With Dory Haven as our base, it provided not only a beautiful place to rest, but was comfortable and above what we expected. The bedrooms were spacious as was the downstairs living area. The porch doubled the space of the house and easily became a favorite for meals. I’m ready to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Jeff T.

Week stay

Nice home in a quiet area a few miles off the beaten path. Exterior, needs some work, but the interior was nice. Only restroom was downstairs, while bedrooms are upstairs. lower ceilings upstairs which for a tall person I caught my head a few times. View was peaceful. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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6/10 Okay

Shahida K.

Waterfront Pretty Marsh

The location was so peaceful & serene! The 4 season heated sun room was perfect for meals, and watching the sunrise & set. We appreciated that it's dog friendly, the decor was comfortable & the view was so very Maine. The 2 bedrooms do not have a permanent heat source & only very loud space heaters were available. Not the best for a winter getaway, as the bedrooms were uncomfortably cold.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shinta V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homey getaway

Nice little place for our family of 4 for the week. We had a minor issue with the washer but it was fixed within 1 day. Property manager communication is great. Our kids said they want to come back. My only thing is the small bed for us adult. We have back issue so and older small mattress was an issue but not a deal breaker. Overall we love this place. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

T B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful waterfront getaway.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this home. Staying by the water was lovely and we have everything we needed at the house. The beds, sheets and bath were all lovely and very comfortable. The owner and turnkey was there for any questions that we had. We were close to everything within Acadia and to a few stores for essentials if needed. We lost power Thursday morning but this home has a generator so we never had to worry about going without.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed, but had a few surprises

The house was beautifully situated on the water, but we couldn’t access it easily. There was no dock or stairs. The house had AC but only in the upstairs bedrooms (in all honesty the listing might have said this), but I wasn’t expecting the downstairs to be so hot. The one fan we had only worked on low, so really wasn’t much help. The evenings cooled off nicely and with the porch windows open the temp was better downstairs. I really loved the screened room, it got a delightful breeze and was perfect for reading overlooking the water. We contacted the property manager about the slow internet and fan, they were responsive but it didn’t fix the challenge (They said they’d drop off another fan but didn’t). Be advised that cell service is poor on the whole island and internet in the house doesn’t work well enough to even use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pete F.

Phenomenal

This place lived up to the hype! We've been wanting to stay ever since seeing it on Airbnb a couple years ago! (not super thrilled with the new mgmt Vacasa over Turnkey though, and their skyhigh fees). It has everything you'd want in a relaxing 5-star rental - comfy, tranquil, and convenient. Place was very well-prepared (a personal getaway, never feeling like intruding on someone else's home), neat, clean and well-stocked, not to mention lovely accoutrements. It was awfully charming and cozy (but not OLD and in desperate need of maintenance), and made us feel very comfortable and at-ease. The property and views were spectacular and the wrap around enclosed deck was super cool. The location is as perfect as you can get - private, but not isolated. On the quiet side of the island there's plenty to do, but it's also quite close to the other side and Bar Harbor as well! And if course it has its own personal cove where you have access to some water activities or to just take in the scenery and wildlife looking for their snacks :) Only relatively minor negative thing we experienced was slow WiFi.