True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10372 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park7 min drive
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)11 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center13 min drive
Cadillac Mountain28 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

True North is a private 20 +/- acre, beautifully landscaped hidden retreat on the quiet side of Bar Harbor and is centrally located on Mount Desert Island making it easy to choose a different island destination each day! True North is within walking distance to Blagdon Preserve which has beautiful walking trails that lead to the ocean with beaches to explore, picnic areas and a chance to see Maine wildlife such as seals, eagles, osprey, deer and much more! Long Pond is a 5 minute car ride for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding all of which can be rented at Pond's End via National Park Canoe & Kayak Rentals. Family fun at Somes Pond, Echo Lake beach and Beach Cliff Mountain hiking trails are approximately a 5 minute drive. Acadia National Park entrances, in Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor are all a 10 minute drive due to our central location. True North has a big game room and acres of land to explore and play outdoor sports. Let your kids run free while you relax after a busy day of exploring and end your days by the campfire enjoying the privacy of what True North has to offer!

Property manager

Stephanie Fountaine

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

Acadia National Park - 7 min drive
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 19 min drive
Village Green - 20 min drive
Cadillac Mountain - 28 min drive

Getting around

Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

Shell - 8 min drive
Lunt's Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
Smokey's BBQ & Lobster - 11 min drive
Gateway Lunts Lobster Pound - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True North A Mount Desert Island vacation getaway! located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Acadia Repertory Theater, Long Pond, and Seal Cove Pond. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Acadia National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

21 Oct 2023

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

Fun fall vacation on MDI.

We enjoyed our stay at True North! The house had everything we needed for a comfortable family vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

17 Oct 2023

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

Fall Break Vacation

Great trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

10 Oct 2023

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

True North

True North is a special place for our family. We loved making memories in the house and around the property on the 20 acres. There are trails a few minutes down the road that are also peaceful. This is the closest we stayed to a NP so it made it so much more convenient to us since we planned our trip around that alone. Bar harbor and surrounding towns were also nice in proximity to the house which made it easier for short drives for exploring. The details in the listing were right onpoint with what we experienced during our stay. Our kids loved the game room and all the toys made them feel right at home. We cant wait to visit again in the near future. Thank you again Stephanie and family for sharing your home with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

1 Oct 2023

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

Thoughtful Accommodations and Peaceful Setting

We loved our recent stay at True North. Stephanie and her family have provided a truly wonderful home to relax in with family and/or friends. Our group included the full age range from children to mature adults. We all had fun playing the games in the basement, cooking meals together in the well-appointed kitchen, and relaxing in the several living spaces after a long day of hiking. The home is convenient to all points on and off the island. Stephanie has provided pretty much everything you could need to truly enjoy your vacation. Just bring your own shower supplies and food, and she has provided the rest. We would have loved to stay longer and will definitely be recommending the home to others.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff L.

19 Sept 2023

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

Private and quiet

Clean, well appointed, lots of privacy, very quiet. Basement game center is lots of fun and Stephanie is great

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Fountaine

I was born and raised in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. I am a 20 year paralegal and office manager for my husband's business Bar Harbor Building Contractor's, LLC. I have been in the weekly rental business for over 15 years. I am a devoted mother to a wonderful 11 year old boy and 17 year old niece. We travel frequently and rent weekly rentals so I understand what people need and want in a rental home.

Why they chose this property

True North is located on historic Richardson family land that has been passed through many generations and has stayed within the family. It is a private 20 acre retreat allowing you and your family plenty of space to enjoy your vacation! We have a sun room, patio, balcony, game room, fire pit, horse shoes and outdoor playhouse. True North is within walking distance to a beautiful preserve providing hiking trails, picnic area, and beaches to explore the Maine coast and more.

What makes this property unique

We are located on the "quiet side" of Bar Harbor, within walking distance to the ocean and less than 5 miles to Long Pond and Echo Lake that provide canoeing and kayaking. True North is centrally located and less than a 10 minute drive to in town Bar Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor. Acadia National Park entrance is less than a 10 minute drive and Beech Cliff Mountain is 5 minutes from True North. We are 5 minutes from Atlantic Brewing Company where you can enjoy a tour and see how they make Island brewed beer and wine. You are encouraged to bring your bikes and ride on the beautiful carriage trails and enjoy a lobster at one of the three lobster pounds within a 5 minute drive.