Relax and recharge while exploring Mount Desert Island and nearby Acadia National Park. Located in the quiet village of Town Hill, our family’s guest house sits on 16 acres of private land with sunset views over Clark’s Cove toward Blue Hill.
The property is on the west side of the island—about 6 miles from the Acadia Visitor Center, 9 miles from the village of Bar Harbor, and 8 miles from Eagle Lake and the entrance to Acadia. Travel times may vary depending on traffic.
The guest house is a stand-alone home, though the owners live next door. The houses share a front deck, but privacy is respected. Our family lives on the property year-round and is available if anything is needed during your stay.
For comfort in all seasons, the home includes heat pumps on the first floor and a new heat pump in the vaulted loft upstairs, providing both air conditioning and additional heat.
Recent Updates & Highlights
• Additional Heat Pump for Second Floor (for heating and cooling)
• Update showerheads for maximum water pressure (the property is on well water)
• Remodeled open kitchen and dining area with updated countertops, lighting, and décor
• New sectional sofa in the upstairs living room
• Fresh paint and updated décor throughout bedrooms and bathrooms
• New high-quality beds: King and Queen with gel memory foam mattresses
• Luxurious linens, pillows, and towels
• Two large Smart TVs (55" and 43") for your entertainment
About the Guest House
• Private, 2-story home on 16 secluded acres
• 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full second-floor great room
• West-facing views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill (ideal for sunsets)
• Located next to the owners’ home (Ralph and Judy), with connected cove-side decks - your privacy is fully respected
• Please note: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King bed, en suite bathroom, spacious enough for a port-a-crib
• Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen bed, sliding glass doors to private deck with water views
• Second Floor Loft: Queen bed and 2 full futons
Second-Floor Great Room
• Queen bed and 2 full futons
• High wood ceilings and bay windows with stunning sunset views
• New sectional sofa with two recliners
• 55" Smart TV with DirecTV, surround sound, and DVD player
• Reading/study nook
• Professional-grade pool table
• Gaming table for cards, puzzles, and board games
Open Kitchen & Dining Area
• Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances
• Keurig and drip coffee makers, microwave, toaster, crockpot
• Cooking basics, dishware, flatware, drinking glasses, and trash bags provided
• Large dining table plus four bar stools
• Laundry room with washer and dryer
Bathrooms & Comfort
• Two full bathrooms
• Fresh linens, towels, beach towels, and chairs included
• 3 Heat pumps (for A/C and heat), radiant, and baseboard heat
• Ceiling fans in key areas
• Hair dryer provided
• Automatic generator ensures power during outages
Outdoor Features
• 16 acres of private land with water views
• Rear porch with dining area overlooking Clark’s Cove
• Rocking-chair porch with tree views
• Outdoor grill
• Bocce court, grassy play area, and open space to explore
Location & Accessibility
• 10 miles to Bar Harbor
• 7 miles to Acadia National Park (main entrance at Hulls Cove)
• 2 miles to Town Hill Market, Atlantic Brewing, Mother’s Kitchen, Sassafras, and more
• Close to Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and Ellsworth
• Island Explorer (free seasonal shuttle) available at Town Hill Market
• Airports:
o Hancock County–Bar Harbor Airport: 10-minute drive
o Bangor: 1 hour
o Portland, ME: 3 hours
o Boston, MA: 5–6 hours
Nearby Beaches
• Sand Beach
• Echo Lake
• Seal Harbor Beach
Stay Info & Policies
• Minimum stay requirements:
o 4 nights in May & September
o 6 nights in June, July & August
o 4 nights in the off-season
• No pets (a kennel is located 1 mile away)
• No smoking in the home or anywhere on the property
