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Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore

Apartment near Acadia National Park in Bernard

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Two Adirondack chairs facing a lake with a clear sky.
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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 435 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tremont, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Seal Cove Pond
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Bernard

Seaside stay .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Seal Cove Pond with a stay here. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Seal Cove Pond - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 9 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milagro's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Notch Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clark Point Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore


Along with my husband and family, I invite you to share the beauty of our home and cottages on Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park.

We are located in the coastal village of West Tremont, on the western side of Mount Desert Island. You can get to the parts of the park within 10 minutes and to Bar Harbor in about 30 minutes.

The Aldernest Cottage is adjoining our home overlooking Blue Hill Bay. The rocky shore front of Maine is just a short walk across the lawn. You can have your coffee in the morning sitting on the rocks while you enjoy our private, peaceful setting. In the evening you will enjoy the beautiful sunsets that will probably take your breath away.

The Aldernest Den (downstairs apartment) has two carpeted bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with two twins. There is a dining room/living room area, fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a washer/dryer.

You will find our rates competitive and the setting incomparable. Please come, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of our location while you are visiting Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park.

Additional Details:
Wifi using 200 Mbs Spectrum Cable Modem Connection
High definition television with Roku
Heat and air conditioning provided with reverse cycle heat pump
Parking for two cars

Please Remember:
1) Our Cottage is Pet Free. We have found that many returning tenants are allergic to pets so this is a "firm policy", no exceptions, please.
2) We can accommodate four people comfortably with two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with two twins. We do count children, including infants as part of the occupancy. No exceptions, please.
3) Our Cottage is Smoke Free. No smoking allowed on the premises.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 375 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Aldernest Den Quiet Side Acadia National Park Mdi/west Apartment
Aldernest Den Quiet Side Acadia National Park Mdi/west Tremont

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore to the airport?

This apartment is 17.2 mi (28-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore to the beach?

This apartment is 7.1 mi (14-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach and 14 mi (66-min drive) from Spindle Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore to downtown Bernard?

This apartment is 1 mi away from Bernard.

Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stay in a beautiful location - we didn't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rian M.

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

Fantastic stay!

Beautiful, wonderfully located property. Thank you, we had a great stay and would return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet, roomy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

taeyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Great get away

Great spot to relax before getting ready before big hikes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean first floor apartment in a very quiet neighborhood a 3 minute walk to an idyllic outcropping overlooking the bay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Long weekend Acadia trip

We really enjoyed our trip to Acadia and the accommodations. It was great to have the kitchen as well as the beach access. Very comfortable cottage for a family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

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

Quaint and all you need

Couldn’t have been happier with this location - away from the tourism crowds and waterside, for beautiful sunsets. Much thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Wonderful and Quiet Property

Great rental property on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. Super clean and all the amenities necessary for a pleasant stay. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richarf L.

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

Fall visit with friends to Acadia

We had a very nice stay. It is a longer drive to the park and Bar Harbor from the quiet side of the island but also very peaceful and less crowded. Accommodations were perfect for meeting up with friends from another state to enjoy catching up and sharing a visit to Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Just what the doctor ordered! A quiet place for me to recuperate from surgery while my adult kids did their favorite Acadia hikes. And we finally got to the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, less than 10 minutes away. The house was perfectly appointed, and I especially enjoyed sitting on the adirondack chairs on the rocks overlooking water, a very short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Excellent apartment on the quietside for 4

Very nice owners. Very easy to rent. We were a family of 4 with older teens and this property was perfect for us. Very quiet and peaceful. Loved having laundry on-site.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Great spot!

The apartment was very clean and quiet and in an excellent location right near a lot of entrance points to Acadia. It was only about 20-30 mins to Bar Harbor too! Kathleen was so helpful, incredibly nice and easy to get in contact with. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sigurd S.

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

Cozy cottage

I and my children (ages 12, 18, and 20) had a wonderful stay at the Aldernest Den. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, and convenient to all points in Acadia National Park. Lovely, private grounds, and the 2-minute walk to the stunning rocky shoreline is well worth it. Kathleen was an excellent host. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

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

Amazing Quietside Getaway

Out of all of our places to stay while visiting Acadia, this was by far our favorite. The accommodations and amenities were clean, up to date and well equipped. With a SHORT walk to the private shoreline, it was the perfect place to relax, getaway while still having easy access to everything Acadia has to offer. The only issue we had was the week went by too fast!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

My second stay at Aldernest

I love the location and the space. Last year I stayed here in August with two friends, this year in June with a daughter and granddaughter. We love the trails, the mountains and the ocean. Kathleen is a wonderful host and the trail to the ocean is short and we sat out there at the end of the day. Very clean house and great beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

great location

The location on the "quiet side" of the island and on the ocean was perfect for us. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. The rooms were not big, but perfect for 3 adults, who spent our days hiking and climbing. We ate all breakfasts and several diners there and the washer and dryer were easy to use. Kathleen was great and showed us the basics. I will stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

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

Week in Acadia

My husband and daughter and I came for a week in Acadia. The location was perfect for visiting the park. We booked last minute due to a change in plans. The house had everything we needed and was clean. Loved walking down to the water to catch the sunset after a day of hiking!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place.

We enjoyed our stay at Aldernest. 1/2 hr from the downtown Bar Harbor area, so not in the thick of things but not too far away. The cottage was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed. We could have used a few more washcloths and hand towels for a ‘sleeps 4 people’, but we managed. I think the 6 pm check in time and a 9 am check out time is somewhat extreme, but again, we managed. Beautiful seating area down by the water, very quiet, be forewarned, bring bug spray!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maida H.

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

Perfect little cabin- 100% recommend

We loved our stay at the Aldernest Den. The cabin was easy to find. It is located in a peaceful neighbourhood, and is at a couple minutes walk from the beach. We were travelling with little kids and Kathleen was a very accommodating and gracious host. She was always quick to respond to messages and even came in person at the time of our check in. The cabin decor is beautiful. It was clean and super cozy. It had everything we needed. It is about 45 minutes away from Acadia and less than 10 minutes from Bass harbour lighthouse. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Therese R.

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

Trip to Acadia

The cottage is somewhat tight quarters for 3 adult women. While it met our needs, the bathroom, especially the shower, is a bit small. The beds were all comfortable and there was sufficient closet space. We were very fortunate with great weather and so we spent very little time in the cottage. The living room is not really comfortable for lounging but that was not an issue for us. All points of interest were a reasonable drive — generally 10-40 minutes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claude C.

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

Acadia

Séjour parfait. Nous avons apprécié l'accès au bord de mer en fin de journée. Nous a permis de profiter du Parc National au maximum. Claude
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Nice quiet getaway cottage

We had a great stay and highly recommend the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergio O.

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

Very nice!!!

Very clean property. Beautiful, quiet location. And communication with Kathleen was very good and easy. Especially appreciated being away from the crowds after a full day of hiking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki E.

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

Quiet Spot

The apartment was very clean and the location was very peaceful. Only a 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022