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Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant,

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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Hancock, ME
  • Place, Tidal Falls
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sullivan Harbor Farm
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hancock

Located in Hancock Point, this vacation home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tidal Falls. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Tidal Falls - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Sullivan Harbor Farm - 16 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show - 16 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Downeast Scenic Railroad - 26 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Acadia National Park - 36 min drive - 23.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Mainely-Meat - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪The Chart Room - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Tracey's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Bakes - ‬48 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.

Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant,

RIGHT OVER THE WATER...., built in 2005, exquisite condition, with beautiful outside patio. Views out over Frenchman's Bay, living room with two sliders and 1 picture window all on the water side. Dinning room and kitchen with breakfast bar, Corian counter tops, hardwood floors throughout. 1 bedroom and full bath on the first floor, second floor 2 bedrooms and bath, sliders from the master bedroom, both rooms have picture windows, master has fireplace. 32" TV in master bedroom, and 48" TV in the living room. Kayaker's dream...easy walk .... One hundred feet to the water.....because you don't want to climb down the cliff...walk across the lawn to the private access road and launch your kayak....walk the beach or ask the resident lobster man to drop off fresh lobsters on his way home this afternoon....Great home......... Great location...........P.S. the wifi is up and running!
**There is a 250.00 deposit for a pet. Ask for the pet policy. Deposit will be due on arrival and will be returned in full providing no damage detected.
****** Tv in living room is 48" photo is older.

Looking for a winter tenant....$1500.00/mo plus utilities Oct 15, 2024 to June 1, 2025 caretaker at owners expense....snow removal at owners expense.

"Baby Equipment will be available "
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Whale watching 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No wet pets in the house No pets on furniture For pets vet note "no fleas" within 7 days No pets without permission Dogs on leash when on property
Dogs leave no trace. Return hose to as found connection.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Hancock Point, close to Acadia National Park's Visitors Center, Tidal Falls, and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. You'll also find Garland Farm and Bar Island nearby.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, ?

At this beachfront vacation home, there are many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, ?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 18.3 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, ?

Yes, every accommodation at Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 95 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Becky H.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruce W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
If your looking for an inexpensive place to sleep with a great view and not concerned with a 50 minute drive to Acadia and a dirty dated house, this is the place for you. Otherwise, there was a lot not to be desired. House is nice on the outside but dated and dirty on the inside. Great potential but needs work like a new towel bar and toilet paper dispenser in the first floor bathroom and a toilet paper dispenser in the 2nd floor bathroom. Needs to be throughly cleaned and nasty towels replaced. Thankful to have a place to stay by the park when booked 3 weeks before our trip, but would not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M., Ossineke, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing from the large windows overlooking the ocean! Judy was great to communicate with and was very helpful with anything we needed. Very relaxing place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Located in a quiet area overlooking the water. Just a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the beautiful state of Maine. Quaint stores and plenty of seafood. We loved the house and it's access to so many activities. I will definitely go back. Thank you Judith.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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We really enjoyed our stay at this vacation rental. The location was fantastic—peaceful, quiet, and with beautiful views and easy access to the Cove, which made for some great outdoor time. The house itself was spacious and had plenty of room for everyone to spread out comfortably.The host was very responsive and easy to contact, which we appreciated.There were a couple of drawbacks worth noting: we had some trouble with fruit flies during our stay, likely due to the season, and the living room furniture wasn’t the most comfortable. There was also a noticeable dog odor on the furniture Overall, the positives definitely outweighed the negatives, and with a few small updates, this place could be truly outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda R.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Judy is a lovely host! Great location for seeing the Schoodic Peninsula and very dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Exactly what we were looking for. It was quiet, relaxing and beautiful. We fell in love with Maine and this house was the perfect location to explore. Easy to get to Acadia National Park and plenty of fun local places to eat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

Disliked: Cleanliness

DO NOT STAY AT THIS PROPERTY!!

I have been debating making this review after reading the backlash of the property owner to all negative reviews. There were many excellent reviews and I’m not sure how they were obtained. Every previous negative review all the way back to 2016 are absolutely accurate! I just wished I had scrolled past the positive and read them all before booking! While the location was beautiful the house was in tremendous disrepair and filthy! Furniture was not only broken down and uncomfortable it REAKED of dog. We even purchased Febreeze which barely masked the smell. Animals had scratched the fabric of all living room furniture. Not to mention if you could tolerate the smell it was too broken down and uncomfortable! The floors were filthy as was everything inch of the house! No we did not contact Judy because after reading the other negative reviews and observing that it had not been resolved even now we saw no point in ruining our vacation further. We just cleaned it ourselves and went about enjoying our vacation. I must also mention that the dumpster outside was never emptied and animals got in it every night and strung it all over! We cleaned the cobwebs in every room and all the floors and the bathtub was especially disgusting. The lack of upkeep was evident when you walked in the door! After much consideration we realized that we had to prevent others from wasting their hard earned money on renting this place. Judy should be ashamed!
Kitchen floor
Broken town rack
Holes in wall one of many
Fabric on chair
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., N/A

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vac for ANP

The house sat right on Frenchman’s bay. A beautiful view each day. The location was perfect for us to access both parts of ANP. Lots of great food choices in the area. We went to Tracy’s 2x.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall in Maine

Excellent stay! Cozy house in beautiful surroundings. Whole family loved having a fire pit near the water!! Host had fresh flowers in every room. This was an unexpected delight! I would happily book this house again. Our family included myself, 4 grandkids in their twenties and a two year old.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark Z., Carpentersville

Disliked: Cleanliness

Terrible

The place was filthy. Smelled of mold. The floors were dirty, kitchen sink was disgusting, hazardous extension cords running across the floors, TV situated on the floor, peeling paint, broken screen door and a huge dumpster with garbage strewn about for you viewing pleasure. Contacted the owner who thinks it is a gem. Wow...
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother/Son vacation

Beautiful location overlooking the bay. Sun rises were beautiful each morning with a seal visitor one day! 30-40 minutes to Bar Harbor, Acadia park-a must see and about 10 from Schoodic point (also Acadia park) and also a must see! Judy was super nice and had everything ready including fresh flowers upon our arrival!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place right on the water

Has everything you need and great access to beach below. Close to nearby excellent hikes. It was a relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience

Wonderful hostess and so welcoming. Very homey feeling. Great floor plan.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a family trip

House is right off the rocky beach with low tides that allow for scavenger hunts in the shallows. House is kid friendly, didn’t feel like our 6 year old would break stuff. Brought kayaks and could access the coastline. Didn’t see many other folks during our stay. Easy drive to Acadia and other fun spots. Small cottage next door would make a good larger group stay easy since the properties share the outdoor space and beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A True Retreat

We arrived after dark at this house and were treated to a spectacular treat when we woke up as we were looking directly out at the ocean. The views here are gorgeous. We loved opening all the windows and feeling the breeze off the water and listening to all the sounds. The water is a short walk and a lot of fun to visit and search for shells and crabs. The check-in process was flawless and Judy called to check in a couple of times to make sure everything was going well. The home is equipped with everything one would need and also has a fire pit, which ended up being one of our favorite things - listening to fire crackling and waves hitting the rocks. The location is also great. It’s about 40-50 minutes away from Acadia National Park, but the drive is easy and there is so much to see and do along the way. Overall, we were extremely pleased and would highly recommend this home and Judy to anyone. The fresh flowers throughout the house were a nice bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kellsey B.

Good house, not the cleanest.

My family & I stayed at Judy’s home which is in the perfect location if you’re looking to spend time in Bar Harbor/Acadia (about 45 mins away). Judy called me upon our arrival to ensure a smooth check in. She also added fresh cut flowers throughout the house which was a nice touch! Not long after checking in, Judy texted me to confirm that there were no issues with the house - very thoughtful. You can follow a short path down from the house to the bay where you can swim. We had a pretty enjoyable stay at the house where we spent a lot of time BBQing and using the fire pit at night. During the day we were hardly at the house, so this didn’t matter too much to us but I feel that it’s important to leave in the review. There was poop in the toilet when we arrived, like someone had forgotten to flush and the toilet was not cleaned. There was also dirt/hair on the floor of each room that we swept prior to unpacking our things. We took care of these things and that was that. I do recommend this house but it could have been cleaner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dann M.

Incredible view

The view is incredible. We watched harbor seals, Eagles and loons each morning in front of the property. Bar Harbor is approximately 40 min drive and the same to the much quieter schoodic part of acadia. We had a few small issues on arrival but Judy was quick to work with us and did here best to resolve the issues. The beach is rocky as noted in the discription but full of shells and sea glass. A peaceful place to walk in the morning. If looking for a quiet place this is a good one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location with gorgeous view

Nice three bedroom with incredible views from the living room and master bedroom! A beautiful 45 minute drive to Arcadia National Park. During low tide you can walk down by the water. Lots of colors on the trees and the reflection off the water was amazing. Great communication with owner! She responded quickly and it was all taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Rest

Nice area about 8 miles from Ellsworth. The property has all of the standard amenities. Deck outside has a good size propane grill. The views all look out onto the cove. It’s about 30-40 minutes to Bar Harbor and Acadia National park out on Mount Desert Island. Southwest Harbor is another place to visit with our favorite coffee shop Milagro. Call ahead and try to get a seat at Harbor Table SW. Helen’s in Ellsworth very tasty with a selection of eats for everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Lindsey B.

Charming but outdated

While our group enjoyed the 9 day trip to Maine, the rental property had several unexpected inconveniences that were masked in the outdated photos posted on the advertisement. The pros: great location with amazing views, quiet and serene street that felt safe, reasonable drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor, and the property allows multiple dogs over 25 lbs (very hard to find.) The cons are many. The furniture, towels, and rugs are in a generally shabby and uncomfortable condition and need to be updated/replaced. When we arrived the house looked generally untidy, with dust on the shelves and in the corners and human hair scattered about. There are holes in the screens that allow bugs to enter the house, and several window blinds are missing the pull strings to raise and lower them. The master bath is not connected to the master bedroom, and should be labeled as an upstairs shared bath and not master bathroom. The Jacuzzi tub is too large for the water heater, and is thus unusable. The owner also had scheduled maintenance during our stay, for which we were only given 14 hours notice. She then proceeded to stay and interrupt breakfast rather than overseeing the work being done to the property. While we enjoyed the overall experience, the accommodations were not as cozy and comfortable as we had expected them to be.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lyndal K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and quiet

Great place. A little far out from Bar Harbor but nice and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place with plenty of room

We had a great stay at this beautiful house. Fresh flowers cut for us in every room! Loved walking the beach and kayaking in the cove. I do have a 4 year old and it wasn't the most kid friendly house. Lots of breakable objects around, no lock on the basement door, and no kid dishes. Other than that, it was a perfect place for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Spot!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Hancock Maine. There are so many things to say about this place. The views were incredible. The house was very spacious. Wonderful neighborhood as well. Nice and Quiet. Lots of places to eat nearby. Property Manager was very attentive.. We would easily go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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