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Cozy, clean and located minutes from Beech Mountain and Acadia National Park.

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Mount Desert, ME
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationEcho Lake Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcadia National Park's Visitors Center13 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)16 min drive

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About the area

Mount Desert

Seaside stay .You'll find Acadia National Park and Long Pond within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Acadia Repertory Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
  • Echo Lake Beach - 10 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive
  • Otter Cliff - 21 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jordan Pond House Restaurant - 25 min drive
  • Shell - 6 min drive
  • Tan Turtle Tavern - 17 min drive
  • Beal's Lobster Pier - 14 min drive
  • Colonel's Restaurant - 16 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, clean and located minutes from Beech Mountain and Acadia National Park.

Gardencourt is a duplex tucked away on a private lane off Beech Hill Road in Historic Somesville. Our quiet rural setting offers the perfect spot to come home to between adventures. The entrance is located within our fenced-in courtyard at 5A, where the charming interior has a local feel. Beech Mountain Trailhead in ANP is just 0.75 miles from your front door. The three best swimming/kayaking/canoeing lakes are right around the corner by car or bicycle. Farm-to-table freshness is just 0.3 mile from the home at Beech Hill Farm, an organic farm stand. Enjoy a sunset stroll along Beech Hill Road; drive 15 minutes into Bar Harbor with all that seaside town has to offer, or head in the opposite direction to discover "The Quiet Side" of Mount Desert Island. (Our favorite)

$50 MULTI-WEEK DISCOUNT!! There is so much to see and do! Our home comfortably accommodates up to 6 people and is tastefully appointed and fully equipped. Gardencourt is pet friendly, so bring the whole family for a multi-week stay to remember.

We do not allow smoking anywhere on our property.

Property manager

Priscilla and Heather

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Cozy, clean and located minutes from Beech Mountain and Acadia National Park. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and property
Just loved everything. Thank you to the owner for making our trip so nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet gem
The property was well maintained and furnished. Enjoyed the deer family in the morning passing by the kitchen window.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Clara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maine
Clean Friendly hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot near Somesville
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gardencourt! It was bright and cheerful with a big kitchen table to gather around and a comfortable living area. The bedrooms were nicely decorated with comfortable beds. There was a private patio for lounging outdoors. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. There were plenty of soft towels. We especially liked the location. The house was on a very private street near Somesville, so it was central to all points on the island. It was a short drive to Southwest Harbor to Beal’s Lobster Pound or a little farther to Thurston’s Lobster Pound in Bernard. The Loop Drive was a short drive in the other direction. This property is the first floor of a house and the owners are sometimes living upstairs. They are delightful people, and we hardly knew they were there. They left a nice jar of jelly as a welcome gift. This is a great place for home base for a visit to Acadia National park!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location to everything on Mt. Desert Island!
We really enjoyed our stay at Gardencourt on the quiet side of the island! We found that Google Maps doesn't recognize the address as Pondfield Lane, but does recognize Pond Field Lane to give you the correct directions. It is centrally located, and driving to Bar Harbor and the Loop were easy drives within 15 to 20 minutes. We had a wonderful time driving to all of the little harbor towns on the quiet side, as well as walking on the trails. Echo Lake is a short distance, and we saw and heard the loons in the evening! Definitely stop at the lakes/ponds as they are beautiful! There are lots of restaurants and shops, especially in Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor, which are not as crowded as Bar Harbor, and parking is free! The Maine Granite Museum is less than a mile away and is very interesting! Gardencourt was very clean and well-equipped with everything we needed. We were welcomed with a jar of blueberry jam and a map of Acadia Park. Lots of other helpful info was supplied on the desk. We were very comfortable and saw deer and turkey just outside the kitchen window about every morning. If you like peace and quiet, we highly recommend staying here! Thanks Vanessa!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We found this house clean, comfortable, lots of space and centrally located to both Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor. Its on a quiet street near Beech Mtn. Kitchen was well stocked and it had all the amenties needed for a comfortable stay. We will probably stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
The property was clean, well-appointed, in a private area, and centrally located to many towns and amenities. I would stay here again next time I visit Mount Desert Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryvon C., Lachine, QC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Super!
Great property, nicely decorated, practically located to go hiking. Close to a farm for fresh vegetables and pies. John the owner leaves upstairs and gave us great tips for hiking and going around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
What a perfect property for our family of 4. The house had more than everything we needed and is so comfortable. The location is perfect for getting everywhere on the island. We can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent visit
We had a great experience! Our stay lived up to all expectations and we would highly recommend to others who are considering visiting in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023