House in Bar Harbor, ME

"Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island

"Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island

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Front view
New walkway to front entrance
Front view with lilacs in bllom to the left
Day lillies and goatsbeard
Spring lupines in the front field

Overview of "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bar Harbor, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationThompson Island Information Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia Repertory Theater6 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)8 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

"Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island

Moss Mountain Cottage is a clean, bright, spacious 3-bedroom/two bath cape-style home nestled on 5 private wooded acres in the village of Town Hill. Less than a mile away is the Town Hill Market, noted for its delicious homemade sandwiches and snacks, and where you can access the free Island Explorer shuttle from June to September. Our central location is a short drive to either Long Pond or Echo Lake (part of Acadia National Park) for swimming, kayaking and canoeing, as well as walks to the shore at the nearby Nature Conservancy or along the Blue Horizons pathway. Moss Mountain Cottage offers a heated and air-conditioned home, with a bright, spacious and open living, kitchen and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a first floor bedroom with ¾ bath (shower), two large 2nd story bedrooms that share a full bath with tub/shower combination, wireless internet, TV and Blueray DVD player (no cable - 17 local channels, Netflix and DVD library), games and books are all part of the package. Linens, towels and blankets are also provided. Outside you will find a large front and side yard where children can play, a deck with a gas grill and outside dining, a patio/fire pit with a supply of wood and ample seating - all surrounded by beautiful flower gardens. Free parking is available for up to three vehicles..

Property manager

Jean Sylvia
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
No street shoes inside the house
No large parties - loud noise travels easily in rural areas.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is in a rural area. Garland Farm and West Street Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider Wild Acadia Fun Park and Seacoast Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
  • Thompson Island Information Center - 5 min drive
  • Acadia Repertory Theater - 6 min drive
  • Mount Desert Island Historical Society - 8 min drive
  • Long Pond - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - 10 min drive
  • Shell - 5 min drive
  • Mainely Meat Bar-B-Que Dreamwood Hill - 12 min drive
  • The Chart Room - 11 min drive
  • Lunt's Lobster Pound - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Moss Mountain Cottage" Clean, Private, Central Mount Desert Island located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Thompson Island Information Center, Long Pond, and Acadia Repertory Theater. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Garland Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage in a peaceful setting
Our grouped loved this property, and we would most definitely stay here again if our travels bring us back to the area. Quiet, well-equipped and very comfortable. All of the previous praises are well-deserved.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acadia
Wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to Acadia, quiet, and oh-so-clean
This was a magnificent VRBO. My kids remarked when we finished out trip that, "I think this was the nicest VRBO we've ever stayed in!" It was the perfect size for our family of 4 + in-laws. The kitchen was well-equipped and had all the basic staples we needed for our week. The beds were comfy and the rooms were large. We especially enjoyed the patio and secluded setting to relax after our days hiking in Acadia National Park. Bar Harbor is also close. Make sure you stop by the Travelin' Lobster for lunch if you are at the cabin during the day! It's very close, very delicious, economically priced, and very popular.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Stefanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage on MDI
We had a wonderful stay at Moss Mountain Cottage. The property was clean and exactly as described. The beds were comfortable, the cottage was spacious, and it had air conditioning! We appreciated that it was quiet and secluded off the road in a beautiful wooded area. The location was great for exploring the island - easy to get to Bar Harbor, to hiking in Acadia and to the "quiet side" of the island. A bonus is that it is minutes away from our favorite lobster pound, The Travelin Lobster.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MOSS MOUNTAIN COTTAGE
THIS PROPERTY WAS CENTRAL TO MANY DIFFERENT AREAS.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jean Sylvia

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I built this house in 1988 as a single mother raising my lovely daughter who now lives in California (much too far away)! Now married, I live in downtown Bar Harbor with my husband, across the street from my three lively and lovely granddaughters. As young girls, my daughter and her cousin spent countless hours combing the backwoods of our property and collecting moss. Their grand plan was to make wreaths to sell to the tourists - leading to their fame and fortune. The small hill where they found the best moss, they named 'Moss Mountain.' Although they never sold a wreath (I'm not even sure they completed one), they spent hours in our backyard playing, laughing and planning their futures, as little girls love to do. I'll always treasure those days and those girls, and it is this fond memory that gave rise to the name 'Moss Mountain Cottage.'

Why they chose this property

Mount Desert Island has been my home since I graduated from college (I won't tell you how long ago that was) and I love it here. During the summer I hike and bike the trails of Acadia, comb the beaches to collect sea glass and sea-tumbled rocks, and take in all the island has to offer in unique shops and gourmet restaurants. During our cold and snowy winters, I take early morning walks or snowshoe on the breathtakingly beautiful (and quiet) carriage roads, spend time with my family and friends, and read some great books I've been meaning to get to all summer. When I travel away for any length of time and start yearning to see the mountains of Acadia and smell the sea air as I cross the Trenton bridge onto MDI - that's when I really know how much I appreciate and love my island home and I can't wait to share my island home and cottage with you!

What makes this property unique

I love the quiet and the privacy of the homes around Indian Point. Sitting on the back deck and listening to the evening chatter of frogs in the bog, the morning birds that wake you instead of an alarm clock, eying the deer as they shyly peak out from the woods, and taking in the beauty of a full moon when it rises above the giant cedars - will all contribute to your restful vacation on MDI.

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