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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Marina
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Mount Desert, ME
  • Carriage Roads
    18 min walk
  • Acadia National Park
    3 min drive
  • Jordan Pond
    4 min drive
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    27 min drive

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About this property

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

Seal Harbor Cottage!

Located in the quiet and beautiful village of Seal Harbor, Grammy's House is just steps from Acadia National Park! Guests will enjoy the easy access to the Jordan Pond House, one of Acadia's most loved destinations in the park and famous for their amazing popovers! Bar Harbor is just a short drive from the home and offers restaurants, shops and tours for guests to enjoy. The home is full of history and charm which guests are sure to love!

Grammy's house is full of history and charm. The cottage was once owned by Nelson Rockefeller's gardener, and they raised their family in this cottage. The cottage has been lovingly taken care of and the grandson of the original owner has adorned the home with historic photos of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island. Vintage maps of the area, books and other historical items will give you a peak at the history of our island.

The cottage accommodates up to four guests. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed, and the second bedroom has a queen-sized bed. A small kitchen opens into a larger living area, perfect for conversation and relaxation. A deck off the living room offers outdoor seating and a grilling areal. A full bath and laundry area complete the home.

Grammy's house is located in beautiful Seal Harbor. Seal Harbor is a wonderful small village just steps from Acadia National Park. Wildwood Stables allows guests to explore Acadia by horse drawn carriage and is located just a few minutes away from the cottage. Their tours follow the carriage roads, originally constructed by John D. Rockefeller between 1913 and 1940. Nearby hiking trails include Day Mountain, which offers a nice view of the harbor. Seal Harbor Beach, one of only two ocean sandy beaches on the island, is a short walk or bike ride away.

In addition to easy access to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor is only 8 miles away and offers shopping, dining, boat tours and sightseeing opportunities. Northeast Harbor, a beautiful coastal village, featuring shops and local restaurants, is less than 5 miles from the cottage. Stop by the Northeast Harbor Marina and watch the boats come in and out of the harbor!
Garage is not available for guest use.
No special events allowed.
No smoking.
No pets.
Renters must be over the age of 25.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Acadia National Park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a balcony in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • 13 minutes on foot from Naturalist's Notebook and a 3-minute drive from Acadia National Park

Property manager

Amanda Look

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

208733

Seal Harbor Cottage! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gwen O.

Vintage
Relaxing — so enjoyed Bar Harbor, Bass Harbor lighthouse and Cadillac Mt walk!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We loved this place! It was perfect for our ten month old to crawl around and it was the best location- right by Jordan Pond, Seal Harbor and 15 min from Bar Harbor restaurants. We couldn’t recommend it enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
30th Wedding Anniversary
Maine did not disappoint. First time here and we loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard w., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicer than the photos
This house is much cuter in person and very comfortable. Cellular phone service, as in much of the island is negligible but the internet is strong so just set up you phone via wifi. The beds seem brand new and are very comfortable. The bathroom is updated and the amenity kits in the bathroom and kitchen are a nice touch. The kitchen is adequate but it could use a few more soup/cereal spoons. The road is very quiet and the proximity to carriage trails is fabulous. We had one maintenance issue but communication is quick and easy and the issue was resolved. It was a very pleasant stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cottage mins from Acadia NP
Four adults stayed in Grammys cottage, literally steps from Acadia NP. Away from busy Bar Harbor, this gem was perfect for 2 couples. Spacious bedrooms, fully stocked kitchen, comfy living room, dining area and beautiful deck with forest view. Quiet neighborhood, 3 minutes to nice sandy beach.. Washer and dryer a big plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Time in Seal Harbor
This cottage was the perfect spot for our family of three, who love getting out into the park and staying away from the crowds in Bar Harbor. The house was quite comfortable and maintained well. My only criticism (though this factor didn't diminish our stay) is that the kitchen is small, with a smaller-than-usual electric range and counter space is hard to come by. It can get tight in there when you're trying to prepare a meal. Overall, we had a great time and plan to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Everything was perfect! What a cozy comfortable home, this was perfect for our vacation. The host was communicative and flexible and everything was great. We all slept well, enjoyed using the kitchen, smart tv, reading on the couch, going for a run, and it was close to some trails. If we come back to Bar Harbor we’d love to stay here again! Just a couple small snags that were fine but other people should be aware: - the pictures and the ‘About this property’ included a grill and mentioned a grilling area so we bought stuff to grill, but it turns out this isn’t included anymore and just needs to be updated - we couldn’t get cell reception in the area, so during check-in when we had a little confusion bringing up the keypad we started to worry, but luckily we’d saved a screenshot of the wifi info so we could log on to message the host. I definitely recommend anyone coming to the house to screenshot the welcome info when they have reception because it’s very spotty on the island
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in seal harbor
We had a wonderful stay. The bedrooms were very spacious and comfortable. The house feels like home as soon as you walk in. The bathroom is perfect with a wonderful tub/shower with plenty of water pressure. The kitchen is where this property could use some improvement. Just a bit, it’s not bad. We eat in a lot on trips so it took some getting used to the layout. The kitchen had all the things you would need but items were hard to find and some of the kitchen utensils are basically antiques. A new set of kitchen tools and utensils would be a big improvement. Some of the drawers are filled with very random things. Pots and pans are in the laundry room. The sink washer and oven are very small which is fine. For people that want to be on the go, eating away each meal, this would not be a big deal. It’s not a deal breaker for me. We would stay here again. Overall I loved the house and the location is perfect for Acadia. You could literally walk in to the park from this location. Jordan Pond is so close. If we return to Acadia I would rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Wonderful stay, as advertised great location in foot hills of Acadia national park
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, peaceful, and comfortable
Seal Harbor Cottage offered and delivered on many levels of our expectation. It is well appointed and clean. The neighborhood is excellent; ideally located relative to points of interest within Mount Desert. The bedding was superb; often a source of struggle for me personally. The rear deck provided a private and quiet respite for reading and meals. Highly satisfied with our initial experience!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great
This sweet cottage worked very well for us! Seal Harbor was very quiet & away from crowds. Just a short walk down the the quiet Jordan Pond Rd is a lovely carriage trail that takes you through the woods to Jordan Pond! It is a 15 minute drive to busy Bar Harbor and many of the trail heads for some spectacular hiking!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia trip
All great…except could not get local/live channels on TV. This should be checked by owner. All said, it was a wonderful experience with regard to comfort, amenities, location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon
Nice cottage away from the crowds. Wonderful, private backyard with babbling Brook.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023