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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 72100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Hancock, ME
  • Place, Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Downeast Scenic Railroad
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Tidal Falls
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hancock

Located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet - 11 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 12 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Tidal Falls - 13 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Wild Acadia Fun Park - 13 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop On The Run - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joes - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park!

Come visit and enjoy the open layout and expansive design of our rental home! This home provides you with a unique peaceful experience of the cycles of tides and wildlife in a secluded garden setting, yet you are conveniently close to attractions in the area as well as a wide variety of stores and restaurants. The floor to ceiling windows facing the bay allow viewing of the garden, ocean bay, and wildlife from almost every room. This allow you to enjoy the ever-changing landscape of the bay as the tide ebbs and flows from the bay. You might spot the eagles, ospreys, and seals feeding as the incoming tides brings in their food. At low tide when the bay empties out, the herons and gulls feed in the exposed mudflats. The house is secluded from the road with a nearly quarter mile-long paved driveway, and you will have difficulty seeing any other shoreline houses from your rental home. Watch the sunrise and sunsets while relaxing on the back deck or you can get closer to the wildlife by strolling down to the nearby shoreline using the paths and steps down to the water’s edge. There is a professional quality, full-sized billiard table located in our expansive recreation room that can be used with for a fee during your stay. A ping pong top can be placed on the pool table for you by our staff if you choose to play ping pong instead of pool. You can choose one or the other, not both. Please contact us about the fees at the time of your booking of this rental if you are interested in either of these options.

All rooms of the house have central air conditioning/heating units, and most rooms have ceiling fans. There is a bedroom with a queen bed on the first floor. On the second floor there is one bedroom with a queen bed and a second bedroom with two twin beds. The 3 bedrooms offered do not have “en-suite” attached bathrooms. The full bathrooms on each floor are located down the hallway from the bedrooms. There is a second floor TV room and an open loft area for stretching and exercising. The kitchen is well supplied with cooking utensils and equipment. The formal dining room is spacious and inviting. There is a breakfast-nook table in the kitchen area.

Please be aware that this spacious rental home has rooms and furnishings that are not included in your rental. These areas serve our maintenance staff’s needs, as well as storage areas for rental equipment and supplies. These rooms are well marked and locked. They include the rooms off the rec/pool room, the basement, the garage, the utility rooms attached to the garage, and the garden shed. We do not allow renters to use of our electric piano, the gas fireplace inserts, and the jaccuzi tub in the 2nd floor bathroom. Base rental rates include up to four guests. There is an added daily charge for each additional guest after the initial 4. The driveway cameras are for security and safety purposes only.

Off the back deck, there is a roomy screened-in gazebo with a large dining table and seating for 5 guests with views of the bay. It has overhead lighting and an electric power outlet. There is a propane gas grill in the gazebo you can use. On the large back deck and patio area are fully reclining lounge chairs as well as swivel deck chairs and patio tables.

Explore the pristine tidal inlets and the larger bay by kayaks if you can bring them with you, or you can rent them. You can only kayak when the tide is coming in and during high tide, as the bay's mud flats are exposed during low tide. Thus there is a limited time in the day in which to kayak, weather permitting, and so you should check out the tides charts and weather before committing for a kayak rental. There is a kayak rental company about a mile from our driveway with free delivery. Please inform us if you are thinking about kayaking off our shoreline, as we have important information about the tides , water and shoreline safety. The rental home is located on the shoreline of Taunton Bay which is a ocean tidal bay, and thus the ocean water comes in and goes out twice daily with the tides. It goes without saying that the rocks and shoreline areas are wet and slippery at all times, and especially when the tides goes out. Walking down to the shoreline involves obvious risks of falling, and we cannot be responsible for any injuries.

Mount Desert Island is where the town of Bar Harbor and Acadia National park are located. The island is accessed by way of a causeway which is about a 14 mile drive from your rental. Acadia National Park's Hull's Cove Visitor center is 22 miles from your rental, about a 35 min drive depending on traffic. The scenic Park Loop Road for cars and the famous carriage trails for bicycles and walking begin at the Visitor Center. There is an area-wide free shuttle bus system called Island Hopper, which stops at the Visitor Center. The town of Bar Harbor with all of its restaurants, whale watching tours and craft stores is only a couple of miles further from Hulls Cove. Bangor Intl Airport is 39 miles from your rental; about a 50 min drive, depending on traffic, which can be heavy and slow during the busy summer/fall seasons. Bar Harbor airport is 13 miles away; about a 13 minute drive.

Acadia National Park also includes a recently enlarged sister park on Schoodic Peninsula, 23 miles away from your rental house and in the opposite direction from Acadia National Park’s Mt. Desert Island location. The Schoodic section of Acadia National Park is a less crowded than on Mt. Desert Island features 7.5 miles of hiking trails and 8.3 miles of biking/carriage roads. There is a 6 mile one-way paved loop road that goes around the entire park along the ocean shoreline with spectacular ocean views, just like the loop road on Mount Desert Island. Your rental at our place is thus conveniently located half way in between these two National Park destinations!

The house is well situated away from the traffic and pedestrian congestion and noisy distractions and 6 am Lobster boat engine noise that can come with renting on Mount Desert Island. BUT IF your family and guests wants to be nearer to the center of Bar Harbor's bustling activity, ice cream shops, numerous restaurant offerings, craft stores and touring outfits, then perhaps our rental home is not ideal for your needs. The rental is about 24 miles (35 min drive) from the town of Bar Harbor, so this needs to be factored into your plans. Our rental is conveniently close to the Ellsworth/Hancock town areas (5-7 miles) and these towns offer you a variety of restaurants, such as Mexican, Asian, Italian, as well as fast-food places. Hannafords, Shaws, a Super Walmart, pharmacies, and other merchandise stores in Ellsworth are only a few miles drive from your rental. There are local lobster pounds and fresh farm produce farm stands are within 3-5 miles and many more lobster restaurants are located on the drive onto Mount Desert Island.

In addition to Schoodic part of Acadia National Park, there are nearby terrific day hikes just a few miles from our rental home, such as Tunk Mountain and Schoodic Mountain that offer nearly 360-degree views of the ocean and inland. The Frenchman's Bay Community Forest is about 1 mile from the rental on your way to Rt 1 with 6 miles of walking trails. You'll find light houses as well as other state parks further north to the Canadian Border. The Roosevelt's historical family retreat, Campobello, is located just over the Canadian border from the town of Lubec, ME. As the entry way into the Bay of Fundy, the town of Lubec is an artistic and historical place to visit and is 78 miles away or about an hour and a half drive, an easy one-day excursion from the rental. So you see, there are a lot of things to see and do near your rental, as well as within a 2 hr drive range!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No street shoes in the house.. Store bikes outside only. Certain rooms of the house are not for renters use and are locked. No fireworks allowed.
Extra fee for use of pool table or ping pong top; ask when booking for details. Daily fee for charging EV batteries; Notify us before your rental.
No use of the 2 gas fireplace inserts or the electric piano allowed. Notify owners if you are planning on inviting visitors to the rental. Thanks!,

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Hancock, close to Tidal Falls, Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show, and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is there parking available at Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park!?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park!?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 13.1 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park!?

Yes, every house at Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park! comes with a patio and some offer ocean and mountain views.

Enjoy a secluded shoreline home mid-way between the 2 parts of Acadia Natl Park! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with great view! Enjoyed our 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oneta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything that was advertised and more. Great location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tonia I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. It is true, the pictures do not capture its splendor. It is secluded, clean, spacious and the views are spectacular! This was an annual trip for us to Maine (year 15) and one of the best in terms of location and proximity to attractions. The hosts showed gracious hospitality and we look forward to returning in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful Location

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The outdoor space was truly exceptional—spacious, beautifully maintained, and perfect for relaxing or spending time with family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was perfect! Clean, comfortable, completely stocked with everything we needed. Loved the lower decks with Adirondack chairs. View was amazing and different every day with bright sun, fog and moonlight. Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. The house is set and landscaped beautifully! Every window offers beautiful views. The area is quiet and peaceful, yet close enough to shopping and restaurants. We took day trips to BarHarbor and Acadia National Park and spent our evening relaxing and playing games. Use of the pool table was well worth the fee!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, beautiful property and views, and great hosts. The property is just far enough from Mt. Desert Island to be quiet and peaceful, but close enough to get to Bar Harbor, etc when you want. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and landscaping was beautiful. We loved sitting outside. The owner was very helpful when I had questions about the area. This was a great location for Acadia and Bar Harbor. The owner provides extra so you don’t feel like you have to go shopping for all the little essentials. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donald F.

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

Beautiful Home in Quiet Location

Thank you for a beautiful stay, everything worked great with lots of time in Acadia,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steve b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with amazing views. Had everything we needed. Centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

al h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property a little out of the way but well worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing view! The property is so nice, with a fantastic kitchen, family, dining, and laundry rooms. The multi-level deck, landscaping, and paths are a gardeners dream. The house is in a great location to visit Acadia and surrounding area. Great communication with the owner. We had such a good time in Hancock. I would highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin A.

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

Hancock Maine

Amazing stay on beautiful Egypt Bay. We were able to do everything we wanted from there. Including Acadia, lobster tour, oyster tour and Bar Harbor and after each day going back to the quiet of Hancock and watching the tide change and taking in Maine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

June 2025 visit

Beautiful home both inside and out. Quiet area but easy to get to popular tourist sites.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Garrett B.

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

A Great Place To Stay

We loved everything about this property and hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location. Beautiful grounds with a number of great spots to sit and enjoy the outdoors. We rented kayaks and really enjoyed paddling on Egypt Bay. The owners gave us great advice to be aware of the tides. It was amazing watching the tides go in and out.A 40 minute drive to Bar Harbor and the entrance to Acadia. We were able to go a couple of times with no problems. Would have liked to been able to use the indoor fireplaces. Not sure if that was mentioned in the property description. Overall, wonderful stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your lovely home was the perfect setting for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. It not only met our expectations but exceeded them.We loved the beautifully landscaped property with its flowers, foliage, and amazing view of the bay.All the thought that was put into providing your guests with not only the essentials, but much, much more was greatly appreciated.We will miss waking up every morning to the calming view of the bay and relaxing on the deck in the evenings. Thank you for that opportunity!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This way by far our favorite VRBO experience! The house was absolutely stunning and immersed in nature! We enjoyed our time outside, especially watching the low and high tides. The kids loved exploring and I was lucky enough to even catch a few hummingbird sightings. The house was extremely comfortable, clean, and had everything we needed. An easy drive to and from Bar Harbor, with access to everything we could need. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

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

Great location

Enjoyed the view and the beautiful landscaping
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Tranquil beauty.

Ideal location for sharing time with family. Gorgeous gardens meld into scenic woods. And the view of the lake overlooking twin islands was breathtaking! The house was large and well maintained with everything we needed for our stay. The owners provided very clear communication and instructions for our stay. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is set in and complements a stunning location with a beautiful water view and extensive landscaping on a huge lot. Although close to the stores and facilities in Ellsworth, you feel like you are isolated from everything when in residence. The interior is equally beautiful and spacious. All of us are reasonably accomplished cooks, and the kitchen did not disappoint. Add in the gas grill set in a screened gazebo and we had everything we needed for some pretty elaborate dinners. This was our second stay at this property, and we would gladly go for a third next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DENNY V.

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

Beautiful location

The view from the back deck is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob T.

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

Family visit

Very nice house and interesting location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colleen t.

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

Amazing view, location. Perfect get away!!

Loved everything about this. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi C.

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

Great Stay!

Wonderful property in a lovely isolated location. Owners were very responsive and accommodating. We loved staying there and are thankful for the opportunity to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020