[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore Apartment with kitchen, near Acadia National Park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36091300/36091213/74bd8baa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36091300/36091213/57bbf7f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36091300/36091213/a3bad42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36091300/36091213/5afb63b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36091300/36091213/670b553f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park, The Aldernest Cottage invites you to unwind with its serene coastal setting. Overlooking Blue Hill Bay, take in the peaceful views from your private lawn and enjoy beautiful sunsets while sipping coffee by the rocky shore front. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4375 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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. ## 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 - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - 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 ## 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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Wash, dry and put away all dishes plus pots and pans This apartment can comfortably sleep four people including small children and infants. No exceptions, please ### Pets Pets not 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### 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 ## About the area Located in Bernard, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain. Naturalist's Notebook and Wild Gardens of Acadia are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby. 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Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### taeyoung Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great house ##### taeyoung Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rian M. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay! Beautiful, wonderfully located property. Thank you, we had a great stay and would return! ##### Rian M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah F. Jun 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get away Great spot to relax before getting ready before big hikes. ##### Sarah F. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie D. Jul 9, 2020 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. ##### Julie D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richarf L. Oct 7, 2023 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. ##### Richarf L. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy T. Oct 23, 2023 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. ##### Amy T. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon W. Jul 9, 2024 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! ##### Jon W. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine R. Jul 15, 2024 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. ##### Christine R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sigurd S. Aug 14, 2023 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. ##### Sigurd S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine R. Aug 29, 2023 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. ##### Christine R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meg R. Jul 16, 2023 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! ##### Meg R. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maida H. Jun 23, 2024 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. ##### Maida H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Rosemary M. Aug 13, 2021 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! ##### Rosemary M. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Therese R. Aug 29, 2024 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. ##### Therese R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh F. Jul 30, 2024 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. ##### Josh F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claude C. May 31, 2024 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 ##### Claude C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric A. Aug 12, 2023 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. ##### Eric A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela S. Oct 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice quiet getaway cottage We had a great stay and highly recommend the cottage. ##### Angela S. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sergio O. Jul 23, 2022 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. ##### Sergio O. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki E. Jul 15, 2022 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. ##### Nicki E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### James K. Aug 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable stay We are so happy that we chose to stay near Southwest Harbor instead of the more congested Bar Harbor area! Aldernest is a cozy and welcoming cottage. Beds were comfortable; kitchen was well equipped. We were a bit challenged by the Roku TV, but we are older and not tech savvy. Kathleen was very gracious when we accidentally locked the key in the unit and trusted us with her spare for the rest of our stay. There were only two things that made me give this a 4 star rating rather than 5. First, in this time of pandemic, we would have liked to have had a dishwasher. I rewashed all dishes, glassware, etc. before using due to not knowing how thoroughly they were washed by the previous guest. Second, we were disappointed not to be able to sit by the water because of the swarms of mosquitos that surrounded us each time we stepped outside the door. Of course this is nothing anyone can control, but be aware that at this time of year, the beach may not be accessible. ##### James K. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Quiet area. Unfortunately there was a family staying above us and the children would jump and run across the floor. We know kids will be kids but be aware when renting. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin T. Jul 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Small but quaint cottage Great little cottage with a very short walk to a nearly private spot on the ocean where you can enjoy the scenery, wildlife and peace and quiet all by yourself! ##### Colin T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michela B. Oct 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place to stay! We loved staying here as it allowed us to stay on Mount Desert Island without being right in the middle of all the action. This place was beautiful with ocean access that had a great view of the sunset. The Aldernest was cozy and felt like home away from home. ##### Michela B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. Jul 29, 2020 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. ##### David S. 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