[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Prism in the Wood Vacation home in Mount Desert with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68160000/68152700/68152648/d9f0270d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68160000/68152700/68152648/39379d3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68160000/68152700/68152648/f1bb22da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68160000/68152700/68152648/77e79b78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68160000/68152700/68152648/9c1a61d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At A Prism in the Wood, you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 42260 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Prism in the Wood A Prism in the Wood is an award winning architecturally designed home nestled in the woods of Mt. Desert, through which passes the constantly changing light of the Maine seasons. The house is a frame of steel tubes completely enclosed in glass with the living spaces within floating like platforms through the grid. A light steel stair reaches up through the steel tubes to the second floor and a further spiral stair connects to the owner’s private quarters on the uppermost level. The levels are also connected by a free-standing glass elevator, the use of which is reserved to people above 21 year-old without children. The ceilings are of unfinished fir planks and the floors of maple. All materials and finishes are hypoallergenic or chemically neutral. The structure is anchored at one end by the concrete mass of the fireplace that serves on the outside as a giant scupper carrying off the rainwater from the long sloping roof. Standing on light steel extensions of the interior frame the house floats above the forest floor, visually and physically connected at the entrance by massive slabs of granite. Furniture is of contemporary design, mostly manufactured in Italy and Denmark. Contemporary artworks are hanged on the wall, suspended from the interior frame and free-standing on the floor. This stunning property has been published several times in architecture magazines, books and on the NYT. It as all you will need for your island visit, the perfect place to relax at the end of and active day in the park. Centrally located in Mount Desert, it lies at about 500 meters from the top tip of Some Sound. FIRST FLOOR: Enter into a light and modern great room. Comfortable seating by the gas fireplace with a nearby screened in porch. Dining area with a large round table and seating for six. Kitchen with gas stove and spacious pantry. Home office space with access to a large garage with two large floor-to-ceiling windows. Half bath. SECOND FLOOR: Open, loft style bedroom with Queen bed. Full bath with tub and shower. THIRD FLOOR: Master bedroom with Queen bed, and full bath including shower and small soaking tub. BASEMENT with laundry machine and dryer. EXTRAS: Elevator available for for occupants over 21 years of age. Though a very useful convenience this elevator poses a potential hazard and must be operated with the utmost of caution and at its own risk. Outdoor propane grill. Large garage. NO AIR CONDITIONING. WARNINGS Among the complains received are: 1\. “The top floor mattress is way too firm”. It is true that it is thin and very firm. But that is the bed where the home owner sleeps, and how he likes it …. 2\. No blinds on the bedroom windows. The house configuration, with two full walls of glass, doesn’t allow for it 3\. In summer, before the birch trees reach full foliage, early morning sun can be annoying for people lying in bed ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: The main sofa has several stains ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,260 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96260000/96258400/96258396/8c391842.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Blueberry House-Close to Ocean & Acadia! 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Owners will not be held liable for malfunctioning or failures. Elevator use is restricted to people older than 21 years.Never use the elevator while alone at home, as in case of malfunctioning nobody can help you. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: There is a pet fee. Make sure you select it. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Guests expressed concerns for too young children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas The main sofa has several stains ## 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 not indicated whether 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 House A Prism in the Wood Mount Desert A Prism in the Wood Private vacation home A Prism in the Wood Private vacation home Mount Desert ## About the area Located in Mount Desert, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the ocean. 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. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Mount Desert travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Desert.dx500789) [View more Vacation homes in Mount Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Desert-Private-Vacation-Homes.d500789-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.35072%2C-68.32918&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TYphr82pvlH9UdcDCfNGZ_x7ikg=) Mount Desert, ME ### What's nearby - Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km - Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 18.7 km - Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 19 min drive - 16.2 km - Otter Cliff - 21 min drive - 20.5 km - Cadillac Mountain - 22 min drive - 19.8 km ### Getting around - Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Jordan Pond House - ‬23 min drive - ‪Shell - ‬5 min drive - ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬8 min drive - ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬16 min drive - ‪Mother's Kitchen/Coffee Matter - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Prism in the Wood pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at A Prism in the Wood? > Check-in begins at 5:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Prism in the Wood? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A Prism in the Wood located? > Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Acadia Repertory Theater and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Acadia National Park. Maine Granite Industry Museum and Long Pond are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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