Tall Pines Retreat, Somesville|Mt. Desert. 15 min to Bar Harbor, 5 to Acadia | House in Mt Desert

10.0 (145 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  2 Guests
Mount Desert House | Tall Pines Retreat, Somesville|Mt. Desert. 15 min to Bar Harbor, 5 to Acadia

1 Bedroom House in Mount Desert, Mt Desert

Centrally located on Mount Desert Island is "Tall Pines" Retreat on Ripple Pond. Tucked away, down a private drive on Pretty Pond in Historic Somesville on a 3 1/2 acre wooded and grass lot, is our spacious 1,200 square foot downstairs 1-bedroom suite with a full kitchen and living area, full size washer/dryer with 2 private entrances, and large deck; facing over 1/2 mile of uninhabited woods and wildlife wetland that used to be part of Acadia National Park. It is very, very private and you won`t see a soul from your front deck or windows. Your suite features a large stone fireplace with a wood stove and leather sofa, wood beamed ceilings, and a 280 square foot country kitchen. It also has a separate TV area with a comfy sectional sofa and an extra large flat screen TV.
Relax on the spacious 28 ft. deck with a stunning, unobstructed view of Ripple Pond with rolling wooded hills and multiple wildlife including bald eagles, deer, egrets, falcons, hawks, ducks, beaver, frogs, loons, wild turkeys, geese, and even the occasional sea otter. BBQ on the deck and enjoy indoors or out on one of our 2 large dining tables; or, head out to one of the many eateries on the island and enjoy some fresh Maine lobster, crab, or fresh fish! Sit by the fire pit after a long day of hiking Acadia National Park; which offers over 100 miles of nature trails with breathtaking views, or after touring one of the many quaint towns on Mount Desert Island.
Our location is just 10 minutes to Southwest Harbor and 15 minutes to Bar Harbor, the popular tourist destination on the edge of the sea with many quaint shops and restaurants to explore. Smell the crisp, clean sea air of the Atlantic Ocean at Sea Wall with a picnic lunch about 20 minutes away. Visit one of the Local Craft Fairs or Farmers Markets in multiple places on the island. It's only a short 9-minute walk to Long Pond where you can swim, stand up paddle, or rent a kayak or canoe and paddle to Rum Island. Also within walking distance is Somes-Meynell Wildlife Sanctuary on Somes Pond where you can drop in your kayak or take a mile-long nature hike. On a warm day, you can take a swim at nearby Echo Lake only 5 minutes away. Enjoy the Town Dock on the Atlantic Ocean in Somesville just a few minutes away. Also past the Pond`s End dock at Long Pond is Pretty Marsh Picnic area along the ocean's edge about 2 miles away. You could also take in a play at the Acadia Repertory Theatre or sit alongside Somes Sound by the Historic Somesville Bridge and Library where the resident Bald Eagle resides and watch various types of boats go by.
And of course, ACADIA NATIONAL PARK is all around you including over 120 miles of hiking, biking, cross country, and snowshoe trails with lakes and the ocean for swimming, fishing, and boating. Another great attraction is the carriage roads all around Acadia National Park... only 10 minutes away.

Tall Pines Retreat, Somesville|Mt Desert 15 min to Bar Harbor, 5 to Acadia is located in Mount Desert. Tall Pines Retreat, Somesville|Mt Desert 15 min to Bar Harbor, 5 to Acadia provides accommodation, featuring Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tall Pines Retreat, Somesville|Mt Desert 15 min to Bar Harbor, 5 to Acadia has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Mount Desert has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Mount Desert, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Water park
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)
  • English
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: some areas on property may be unsafe for children.
Event Policy
Events allowed;guests allowed for small get together. quiet by 10
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: guests allowed for small get together. quiet by 10 parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Gman540990
Aug 27, 2025 12:55:45 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Property was better than expected. The living space was very homey, and the bed was very comfortable as well.
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