In Seal Cove .Stay at this Seal Cove cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Seal Cove Pond and 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park. Long Pond and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Shell - 11 min drive
Hansen's Outpost - 11 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 17 min drive
Gott's Store - 12 min drive
Tan Turtle Tavern - 22 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.
Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025
Simple comfortable cottage with everything you need to enjoy your down time in Acadia National Park. Nice open space, efficiency kitchen, tranquil loft bedroom and pull out couch. Private outdoor space and fire pit. Book your getaway now. Message us for any of your planning needs. You can expect an up to date seasonal activity guide with year-round restaurant recommendations prior to your stay.
Property manager
Nicole and Andrew Johnston
Languages
English, Spanish
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Children are not permitted on the ladder/loft.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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Cozy cottage loft on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island -Now booking for 2025 Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 76 reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ann L.
Oct 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet side of Mount Desert Island
Clean, nicely appointed small getaway without all the hubbub of other places on MDI. Suited the needs of two participants in MDI marathon/ half marathon. As stated in property description, there is a ladder to the sleeping loft but one with which sore runners had no problem. Assume the water is heated by tankless heater because hot/water available upon demand. Nice!!! We were there 3 nights, would liked to have stayed longer. Great jumping off place to explore the island. Highly recommend.
Ann L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Reed J.
Oct 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Reed J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessalyn D.
Sep 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia/Bar Harbor Getaway
My husband and I booked this as our home base while we visited Acadia National Park with our pup! The overall space was very clean and as described. Nicole and Andrew were great hosts and were more than happy to offer any assistance we may need and went out of their way to ensure we were comfortable! They also provided great recommendations on hikes and restaurants in the area. I gave 4 stars for location because it was slightly inconvenient to travel to and from Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park from the home. Other than that, Nicole and Andrew’s Misty Mountain Retreat is a wonderful, pet friendly escape from reality. Thank you for hosting us!
Jessalyn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen L.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Kristen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth R.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, clean, comfortable
This cottage is really clean and comfortable. It is away from the touristy and busy areas of the island, but less than 30 minutes away from any area of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. The kitchen is truly a kitchenette, but we were able to cook a few meals (for two) with no problem. Nicole is very responsive and had many suggestions for kayaking off the beaten path. Firepit, large TV, eclectic music collection, tourist library, and AC are welcomed amenities. Enjoy!
Beth R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erica G.
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Sweet little guest house with everything you need in a quiet area of the island
Erica G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kareem S.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage Loft
Super clean and comfortable loft. Hosts were super nice and created a great place to stay. Bathroom seemed brand new, mattresses were super comfortable, great place to stay!
Kareem S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rikos K.
Aug 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent yet very quiet location
We used the cabin as a base for our visit to Acadia. It is very conveniently located so that visit to the north and south of the island is very easy. In less than 10 minutes you can get to a nice beach and watch the sunset. Local restaurants are also close by to grab local lunches and dinners.
Rikos K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison C.
Jul 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
This place was so beautiful and peaceful!! I would recommend to any friend. The inside was super clean and updated too! And i absolutely loved the bed, felt like the one I have at home! I actually said to my boyfriend a few times it actually feels like we’re at home right now not traveling. Super comfortable spot and rly friendly / helpful property manager! Thank you
Allison C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kyle T.
Jul 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia Home Base
The space was a perfect home base to fit our family during day hiking and exploring. We were able to fit in two pack and plays and were pleasantly surprised to find the AC even though it’s not mentioned in the listing.
Kyle T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Jamie W.
Jul 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking family vacation
My family and I truly enjoyed our time in Acadia! The host had so many wonderful tips for us as to places to hike and eat! Very welcoming and open communication when/if needed.
We will def. Be back to Acadia and hope to take advantage of some of the additional hikes recommended by the host.
We had an 18 month old and seven year old with us and we made it work in the space with the pack and play in the loft and 7 year old on the pull out couch.
With this house you are close enough to the hustle bustle of down town if you want to visit and enjoy, but far enough away for serenity and peace and quiet with a better opportunity to hike some of the less crowded trails with just as beautiful views! We did both sides of Acadia and enjoyed the quieter side with less people ans thought the views were just as beautiful, if not more beautiful!
Jamie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Olivia J.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Super clean! Great space to stay with a short drive to Acadia. We had a comfortable stay and would stay again. Thank you!
Olivia J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Troy G.
Jun 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage
The cottage was absolutely adorable with all the amenities of home in a small package. Very clean, modern yet that cottagey feel. The loft area for sleeping was very cozy, unique and the mattress very comfortable. The kitchenette area has most everything you could want down to an induction cook top, pots, pans and all cooking utensils. There is also a small stone campfire ring out back that we did use to have a small fire. Also is a bbq grill provided out back as well. The main living room area has a nice sofa, other seats, big screen tv of course (that we did not use). All in all we cant say enough about the cottage.......very homey!! Andrew and Nichole also are a very sweet couple. Even though their main residence is within 50ft, we never were disturbed by them whatsoever. They provided alot of up front information to us about local food, trails, things to do, etc....
All in all, we can only say AWESOME place!! You wont be disappointed what so ever staying hear! And, even though its on a main road leading to south harbor area, it was very very quite.
Troy G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph D B.
Jun 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to getaway.
Perfect for what we needed. Great place out in the countryside to stay at if heading to Arcadia National Park. The property manager was very helpful and nice. Highly recommended!
Joseph D B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie G., Houston, TX
Oct 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and off the beaten path…
Cute property! Nice and out of the bustle of Bar Harbor but a quick drive. A little more remote than we expected, but plenty comfortable and hosts were very responsive. Thanks for the hospitality!
Melanie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynnae C.
Sep 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Property was very clean and enjoyable. Perfect for what we needed.
Lynnae C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angella R.
Sep 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on the quiet side of Acadia NP
A very nice place in a rural, country setting, yet near many activities and restaurants. We enjoyed exploring Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island from Misty Mountain Retreat. Everything was as advertised, clean and comfortable accommodations.
Although our stay collided with Tropical Storm Lee, the hosts kept tabs on us, making sure that we were comfortable and that everything was okay - excellent hosts.
We enjoyed Misty Mountain Retreat and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Angella R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Navindra P.
Sep 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Cottage
This is the perfect little cottage for two. It was wonderfully located near a small grocery store, a short drive from Acadia National Park and the Bar Harbor area. It was private and just absolutely lovely. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great place to stay near Acadia.
It was a nice stay, the house is very neat and clean.
Maya
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samuel M.
Aug 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
Nice little cottage on the quiet side with all the basics. Outdoor space was nice to let our dogs roam a bit as there's not much of a shoulder on the busy road the house was located for taking them on a walk in the morning or at the end of the day. Lofted bed space is quite high so make sure those sleeping up there are okay with ladders, however the pullout sofa in the living area was quite comfortable as well
Samuel M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian R.
Aug 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin
A great place to tour the island from
Brian R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
Aug 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Felt Like Home
This house is super cute! It has everything you need, towels, pots and pans, sheets, dishes, utensils, and cleaning supplies. The refrigerator is apartment sized, but plenty big for the two of us. (Needs to be defrosted)
The water pressure is great, with plenty of hot water.
The pull out sleeper sofa is very comfortable. In fact we would love to know where it was purchased so we can buy one.
We were hoping the place had a stackable washer and dryer, but it did not, so pack accordingly. (Bring enough underwear!) Hahaha!
There is a gas grill in the back which we used, but it doesn't show in the picture. The picture should be updated, because it looks different with the privacy fence and the landscaping. The raspberries were delicious!
Be careful pulling out of the driveway, the cars drive fast around the corners. I would definitely stay here again!
Julie B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joseph G.
Jul 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Peaceful Retreat
This was the perfect place to stay with my wife! It was very close to Acadia and only a 20 minute drive to Bar Harbor. The Misty Mountain Retreat was very clean and quiet. Nicole had the perfect guide book for us to use for all of our outdoor adventures. Hiking is just around the corner and Seal Cove Beach is minutes down the road. We also loved driving to Gott’s for take out dinner and pizza. If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway that is near all the sights- stay at this gem!
Joseph G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
claire c.
Jul 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Acadia NP
Stayed here for an anniversary trip to Acadia NP. House was very close by to the park and the owners had great information regarding areas closer to the house if you were interested in eating out, going swimming, and much more. Was equipped for everything we needed and was a cute little house for a getaway. Would definitely recommend this place!
claire c.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elaine G.
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & Simply
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage for our time visiting Acadia NP. it was away from the hustle and bustle of the Bar Harbor tourism but still an acceptable distance to all destination points and trailheads we wished to explore. Even with the house on the property being in close proximity to the cottage and the shared driveway, we still felt secluded and had the privacy desired. All the necessities needed included and with fresh decor. A cute and simple place for a great stay.