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Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025!

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025!

For over 60 years Hawthorn Cottage has welcomed guests to historic Somesville and Acadia National Park. Hawthorn Cottage shares with our home and Juniper Cottage two beautifully landscaped acres fringed with wild blueberry bushes. The lawn is open and sunny, with gardens and shade trees near the cottage and a shaded deck for observing Somesville's resident eagles and ospreys. You can walk to our library, repertory theater, museum, to the ocean, or to Somes Pond for a swim. Rental weeks run Saturday to Saturday, except for options in fall.

Property manager

Marilee

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Exterior
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

Tranquility Charm Special June Pricing Historic Somesville House
Tranquility Charm Special June Pricing Historic Somesville House
Tranquility Charm Special June Pricing Historic Somesville
Tranquility Charm Special June Pricing in Historic Somesville

About the area

Map
Mt. Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 9 min drive
  • Village Green - 14 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 14 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jordan Pond House Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Great central location for Acadia. Come visit in 2025! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 66 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness
July Honeymoon
Property was cozy and secluded, exactly what we wanted for our national park honeymoon! Kitchen was well stocked and temperature was easy to control. The water pressure in the shower could be a little better but in a small place like this it’s to be expected and didn’t affect our enjoyment whatsoever. Beautiful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon Happiness
We chose this cottage for our honeymoon, and it was everything we hoped for and more! Cozy, serene, and neat, it made for a perfect home away from home. It was centrally located to all our adventures exploring Acadia and MDI. We were just as excited to return to the cottage as we were to explore! Check the local newspaper on the chest for local happenings and events that are definitely worth checking out! We will hopefully be back for a future anniversary trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, peaceful and quiet stay, 6/17 - 6/21
I would highly recommend booking. All the comforts of home and more. We saw a doe and her fawn behind the cottage, what a sight to see! Only 15 minutes to downtown Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park, We enjoyed e bike riding the Carriage Roads, Echo Lake Beach, and dining in downtown Bar Harbor. Ivy Manor has outside fire pits we enjoyed with a cocktail after dinner. Merilee was very attentive and quick to reply. A memorable vacation, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect cottage
This cottage is a beauty! It's in a great location, it's clean, well equipped, tastefully decorated. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Great little cottage centrally located between the west and east sides of MDI; made travel to most locations around the island only a 10-15 minute drive. Quiet neighborhood and communicative hosts. I recommend Coffee Matter/Mother's Kitchen just up the road for your daily coffee and pastries.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
This cute little house was the perfect place for my planned trip with my boyfriend. The place had everything we needed and was in a fabulous location. Nothing was too far or too close; it was away from busy crowds but still in a central location that made everything pretty accessible. The host was also so sweet and communicative. We came into town pretty late into the evening and she was still very responsive! I definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia N P trip
Very nice, cozy house with a relaxing setting. Great outdoor space. Has everything you need inside (even coffee!) Convenient location for hiking in Acadia N P or going into Bar Harbor without the hustle and bustle of staying in Bar Harbor. Host was friendly and very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry B., Orlando, Florida. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful!
Everything about our stay was perfect. Somesville is a great location from which to explore the island; our cottage was so cozy, well appointed and comfortable; and our hosts, Merilee and Ken, were two of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. We are sad to be leaving, but we know we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
This was honestly the best vacation we have ever been on. The cottage had everything we needed and it was very cute. We were able to prepare full meals when needed. MDI is very beautiful and we can't wait to come back and explore more of the beautiful area!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Benefits of the quiet side
Somesville is uniquely situated for access to all that busy Bar Harbor and Acadia NP has to offer. But it’s so much more - laid back, tranquil and beautiful. Host Marilee generously shared that knowledge helping me to enjoy the history and explore natural wonders that best exemplify “the quiet side”.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Foggy Stay in Maine
This quaint little cottage was a wonderful home away from home during our foggy week in Maine. It is located on the quieter side of Mount Desert Island but was centrally located for either side of the island. It is deceivingly roomy for two and is equipped for a nice breakfast or dinner when we felt like staying in after a long day hiking. Our host, Marilee, was readily available for advice or anything we needed. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!!
Beautiful spot with easy access to all that Mt. Desert Island has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best yet
Perfectly equipped, centrally located, cozy, comfy. Pleasant helpful owners. Couldn't ask for more and the location is perfect. Oh, and there were almost daily visits by deer, and on our last day, turkey. We plan to stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., Fredericksburg Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
Cozy cottage on the quiet side. Minutes from Acadia National Park. Cottage has everything you need to prepare meals and great Wi-Fi. We advise you to have dinner reservations due to employment shortage, otherwise you will not get in. Lovely grounds with visiting deer in the evenings. You will not be disappointed, we look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Midcoast Maine cottage
Very comfortable & cozy & convenient for exploring Mt Desert Island. Also very quiet!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and serene accommodations!
The accommodations are tastefully decorated, extremely clean and comfortable as well as welcoming. Communication was excellent, check in was super easy and the location is perfect for exploring the island. The cottage is located in a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood which lends itself well to total relaxation. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Hawthorne Cottage is tastefully appointed. It was just perfect for our week long trip to Mount Desert Island. Somesville is one of the prettier towns on the island and Southwest Harbor is only 6 miles away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect location
We have rented this cottage twice and loved it. It’s tastefully decorated, the owners are friendly, it’s quiet and private and there’s several great take out restaurants very close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gisela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect place and location
This was our third October trip to Acadia and Somesville and the cottage were just perfect for my husband and me. The location is the best for quick and easy access to all the trails on both sides of the island. The cottage is very quiet, safe, clean, well equipped ( we cooked our own meals ) and perfectly laid out. Also we were surprised to find it to be much more spacious than we expected from the pictures. We would happily come back here anytime. The only thing to mention is the shower, like others have said, is indeed small and the water pressure was bit low at times, so if that is an issue for someone it is good to know. However, it was perfectly sufficient for us and therefore not much of an issue at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen T., Bourbon

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
My husband and I rented this perfect cabin for a weeklong getaway to visit Acadia National Park. The cabin was located off the beaten path and away from the hustle of downtown Bar Harbor, which we loved. The Park and Bar Harbor were a short drive from the cabin, so we didn't waste a lot of time driving. The check-in and check-out processes were seamless and quick. If we were to ever visit the area again, we wouldn't hesitate staying at this lovely cabin. Side note: Eat-A-Pita Cafe is wonderful. They have a romantic outdoor patio and the staff and food were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bettina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mt.Desert Island
Easy, description accurate, convenient location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The ONLY reason I did not give this an excellent rating is due to the size of the shower stall. Very challenging to take an adequate shower in especially if you're 6'3" like my husband. But a beautiful quiet location and the owner is wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adair P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location!
Hawthorne cottage was absolutely wonderful. Marilee provided info on nearby hiking and walking trails, restaurants, etc. Somesville was the perfect way to be close to Acadia but not in the thick of high season at Bar Harbor. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

sharon g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Acadia and bar harbor but quiet and relaxing.
Great experience. Would definitely recommend for anyone interested in exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Mt. Desert
Structure Type
Cottage