House in Mount Desert, ME

Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

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Our private location offers the Pond's best view of Acadia's Western Mountains
Aerial view of Top O' the Ridge and private dock on Long Pond
The dock and vacation home viewed from the lake
Canoeing & kayaking on the lake with the loons is a favorite activity
Our wall of windows &  upgraded 'bare feet friendly' Azek deck

Overview of Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Mount Desert, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationEcho Lake Beach15 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center15 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Master

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Master

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View

Sited on one the finest spots on Mount Desert Island this contemporary, fully applianced vacation home offers a commanding view of Long Pond and Acadia's Western Mountains that takes your breath away. The sweeping panorama wraps around a large, south facing deck where you can enjoy meals, curl up with a good book, listen to the loons, and watch the canoes and kayaks amble by. A private dock, 2 canoes, 2 Kayaks, and 2 boat moorings offer wonderful recreational access to Long Pond. This home has a 65" OLED flat screen, home theater, cable TV with high speed Internet , free domestic calling phone service, and a standby generator for power continuity. With 3 bedrooms, a loft, 4 full baths (2 with Jacuzzi tubs), this private vacation destination provides all the ingredients required to create life long memories. Top O' the Ridge is a great getaway destination in Spring, Summer, & Fall.


A premium vacation destination: This exceptional and private vacation destination is located at the tip of Northern Neck on Long Pond, Mt, Desert Island, Maine - the home of Acadia National Park. The panorama from the spacious south facing front deck presents one of the finest sights in all of Acadia with the best view on Long Pond. Enjoy watching the pond-scape's many moods, listening to haunting calls of loons, catching a sight of bald eagles soaring, watching shimmering moon rises over the pond, and stargazing at the the bright stars of the Milky Way. The private dock comes with 2 canoes and offers easy access to boating, swimming, and fishing in the clean, inviting, warm summer waters of Long Pond. All this and more can be yours to savor, in the heart of Mount Desert Island just minutes away from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.


The Home: This spacious, modern, open plan vacation home offers 4 bedrooms (including the loft space) and 4 baths. The window walls of the living and dining areas bring the spectacular view right into your living space. The living area includes a full featured home theater system with 65" OLED TV, Cable TV service, fast Internet/WiFi service and a several hundred title DVD & Blu-ray library. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry with roll-out lower cabinets for easy access to pots and pans. The cabinets are fully stocked with dishware and utensils to indulge your every cooking whim. The main suite has a California King hybrid mattress with a tow sink private bath, Jacuzzi tub, seated shower, and washer dryer. The lower level living area bedroom has its own private bath , kitchenette, and separate living dining area. The private dock, 2 canoes, and 2 kayaks offer excellent swimming and boating access to Long Pond. 2 private moorings that will moor up to a 20' power boat are included.

The Acadia Region: The home is located centrally on Mount Desert Island within a short drive to all Acadia National Park attractions, Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, and Bass Harbor. The nearby park loop road offers spectacular sight seeing and tourism activities including Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, and the Jordan Pond House. Local hiking trails offer challenges that range from walking trails to rock climbing. The famous 30+ miles of carriage roads are ideal for walking, biking, or horseback riding. The many island ponds and ocean offer swimming boating, fishing, whale watching, sailing, and other recreational activities. For golfers, there are several local courses to enjoy.

Property manager

Bianchi Realty Trust, Rai Bianchi - Trustee
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
No grilling on or under the decks No open fires or fires allowed in fireplace (allowed in outdoor chiminea on its patio)
Adult supervision required for children onsite No diving off dock Suitable life vests and other safety equipment required to use supplied watercraft
Guests assume all risk for use of waterfront facilities and watercraft

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Desert

Located in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
  • Echo Lake Beach - 15 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 15 min drive
  • Otter Cliff - 23 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 27 min drive
  • Shell - 8 min drive
  • Tan Turtle Tavern - 20 min drive
  • Beal's Lobster Pier - 18 min drive
  • Colonel's Restaurant - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Top O' The Ridge - Private, Long Pond, Acadia, Lakefront with Spectacular View located?

This family-friendly Mount Desert holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views of Long Pond
We’ve stayed on long pond multiple times. This property has phenomenal views of the pond and Beech/Mansell mountains. Additionally, the house is roomy, comfortable, in great shape, and with a fully stocked kitchen. Overall, this is a great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation spot!
Beautiful views of Long Pond, very quiet and private. House was supplied with everything we wanted or needed. Very spacious and clean, modern and extremely comfortable. Would recommend this property highly. You’ll be glad you stayed there, it was hard to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in Acadia
Traveling from southern Illinois, our 2 families of 8, 4 adults and 4 boys ages 15-20, found this home to be heaven in Acadia! We have been home now nearly one week and I’m still perusing my photos wishing we were still at TopOtheRidge. First of all, the communication with Rai and Den were incredible. Pleasant, thorough, quick in response via text, a call, or email to answer any questions or help with vacation difficulties. Secondly, the location, the views, the layout of the property CANNOT be beat! All 4 boys had their own place to sleep without feeling they were disconnected from the group. The amenities, the little labels and signs of where things are located, the convenience of adequate supplies seriously made this stay stress free! However, it is the view and location that steals the show. Acadia stares right at you when you wake up and is there in the distance to help you fall asleep. The mountains and lake view is indescribably perfect. The dock, the crystal clear lake, and the kayaks were so much fun! We had to force ourselves to stick with our hiking plans in the Park because this location is so beautiful and so perfect in and of itself! I truly hope we can visit again someday. I have absolutely nothing to suggest because we felt so taken care of. ** things we learned: - Most Maine grocery stores do not have plastic bags at checkouts. Bring a little handful from home. - if you hike to the tower of Beech Mountain, you can see Top O the Ridge in the distance! So cool! Sunset is AH-amazing here! - With summer traffic and cautious speed limits, anything on Mt.Desert is about 25 minutes away. But it doesn’t feel far…. Don’t let that deter you from this location. - The sound system in the living room turns rainy days into really fun movie days! - Buy groceries on your way in. Once you are here, you will NOT want to leave! You will instantly want to unwind, relax, and start your vacation! - We did bring bug spray and used it one evening when sitting on the deck. From southern Illinois, we are very used to bugs, so we did not get too annoyed. However, I’ve seen others give warnings about Acadia being buggy. Just a heads up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
The location is amazing, every morning and every night beautiful view. The sweet sounds of loons fill the air! Words can not describe!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc H., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our Expectations!
We'd never spent time in Maine or on the Atlantic Coast, and being able to start and end our day our days at Top o' the Ridge gave us the perfect homebase to explore and relax when we weren't hiking or on the water. A few things that have stood out to us: - The provided gift bag was generous, unexpected, and a delicious introduction to local fare. - We enjoy active vacations and being outdoors, and the kayaks and canoe on the dock have given us a way to enjoy Long Pond in a way that exceeded our expectations! We spent mornings out on the water before heading out to the many trails that were usually less than a 30 minute drive. - It's not mentioned on the VRBO description, but the movie collection is fantastic. ... we were able to spend hours together in the evenings re-watching our favorites and introducing our kids to classics! - The house itself is not modern or luxurious, but... wow... it's spacious, clean, well-provisioned, and more than comfortable enough for the way we travel. - The expanse of the view to the south from the large windows and deck was a wonderful distraction from our city living but made it easy to watch birds, mountains, and the forest. (I used my binoculars for most situations, but the spotting scope in the house is a great way to look for the eagles. We can't wait to go back and spend longer!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bianchi Realty Trust, Rai Bianchi - Trustee

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I am the Trustee of a family Trust owns this property gifted to the Trust by the parents for their three sons (the beneficiaries). We rent out the home when family is not vacationing there and reinvest any surplus to constantly improve the property.

Why they chose this property

It is arguably the best site on Long Pond and one of the top venues on MDI enjoys a very charming camp with all the conveniences of a modern home and excellent recreational access to Long Pond. The locals have known that the clean lakes of Mount Desert are the place to be. . This home was purchased from the original owners as a modest camp and expanded to a modern lakefront home in the mid 80's with 3 bedrooms, a loft, and 4 baths. The property is heated year round avoiding the musty odor associated with many seasonal camps.

What makes this property unique

This vacation home enjoys knotty pine walls, vaulted ceilings and a chalet style wall of windows which brings the exceptional view inside. It is located in a private setting that rivals the beauty of Acadia National Park - and actually overlooks it. We never tire of the incredible panorama that unfolds from the south facing deck. Top O' The Ridge is a truly exceptional recreation destination and not just an access point to other attractions.
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