Escape to this beautifully decorated, newly renovated apartment in a wooded setting. Unwind on the deck with a cup of coffee while watching the birds or relax in one of two bedrooms with king and double beds. With air conditioning throughout, new kitchen appliances, plenty of seating for family game night and access to a washer and dryer you'll feel right at home.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 481 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
HIDDEN GEM !5 MILE TO Beach, 14 Mile to Acadia, Shopping, Bar Harbor, Hiking,
Is it a beach day? Hiking in the sunshine? Kayaking or shopping? Coffee on the deck watching the birds? This clean and bright apartment is close to everything you may want to do!! Shopping, antiquing, great restaurants, hiking, biking, sight seeing, beaches, Bar Harbor Airport (BHB), Acadia National Park, bird sanctuary, close to lamoine beach. It is very centrally located yet quiet and private in a wooded setting!
The apartment is a NEWLY renovated open concept second floor apartment with two bedrooms, one bathroom. The master bedroom has a king sized bed with lots of storage and a TV. The the second bedroom has two double beds, lots of storage and a TV!! , plenty of seating for family game night or watching the news on the flat screen TV. There is AC through out the apartment for those warmer summer days! The kitchen appliances are all NEW. There is plenty of dishes, pots, pans, utensils to cook if you want to!! There are 2 coffee pots, a keurig and a drip kind. The owner supplies spices, coffee, tp, paper towels, shampoo, and soap. This is CLEAN, spacious family space, beautifully decorated in nautical themes. You have access to the garage for parking, and a washer and dryer on the first floor off of the garage. This is a luxurious space meticulously maintained by the owner. He is very attentive to guests, if there is anything you may need while you are here!! Check out the guest book at the house for additional information on the area, maps, and brochures.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: All age is allowed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Ellsworth, this apartment is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Seacoast Fun Park and Wild Acadia Fun Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Ellsworth travel guide
Is HIDDEN GEM !5 MILE TO Beach, 14 Mile to Acadia, Shopping, Bar Harbor, Hiking, pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at HIDDEN GEM !5 MILE TO Beach, 14 Mile to Acadia, Shopping, Bar Harbor, Hiking, ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at HIDDEN GEM !5 MILE TO Beach, 14 Mile to Acadia, Shopping, Bar Harbor, Hiking, ?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is HIDDEN GEM !5 MILE TO Beach, 14 Mile to Acadia, Shopping, Bar Harbor, Hiking, located?
Located in the heart of Ellsworth, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Seacoast Fun Park, Timber Tina's Great Maine Lumberjack Show, and L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet. Wild Acadia Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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HIDDEN GEM !5 MILE TO Beach, 14 Mile to Acadia, Shopping, Bar Harbor, Hiking, Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 78 reviews
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Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Excellent
Darrell
23 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I am normally a bit apresesive if a place has too many excellent reviews. This place deserves all of the good reviews.
Truly a “Hidden Gem”. James was a great host. He told us about points of interest and local places to eat at. The apartment was spotless and very comfortable.
Couldn't have been better. Everything was very clean and we had more than what we needed. We slept great. James, our host, was very attentive and gave us great advice on where to park, eat, and even where to see the best sunset. (And it was beautiful!). There were even snack bars, apples, tangerines, condiments, and other food stuff for our use if we wanted it. Definitely A-1!
Location is great. Place is clean & comfortable. Lots of extra touches to make stay enjoyable. James was a nice host with recommendations for the area.
We enjoyed everything about our visit to Bar Harbor, but it was definitely good due to James friendliness and his beautiful yet comfortable home. I would definitely recommend staying there!!!
We loved the location of this place. Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, within 1/2 hour. We also went to Orono and Bangor and that was within an hour drive. James,the host, was very attentive to every detail to make our stay enjoyable and he has great recommendations too!
Place was clen and very well prepared for us. Apartment is very nice and comfortable to stay, a lot of dishes, glasses and cups to use, the owner was very nice, kind and welcoming. Highly recommended place to stay wtth the family or friends at any time of the year.
Lovely stay and property. Such a warm welcome to receive a delicious Maine blueberry pie, farm fresh eggs, and bread on arrival!
Would love to return to this bright/clean spot
Carolyn S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joseph
4 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay that was off the beaten path.
Roomy with a good lay out of the property.
The host was awesome, the homemade blueberry pie in the fridge was a huge bonus!
We loved this place! Great location, comfortable and clean apartment. James was a lovely host. He welcomed us and gave great recommendations for things to do nearby. He even made us some delicious cookies. We hope to visit again soon and would definitely stay here again!
Quiet spot with all the comforts of home. The owner James was a fantastic host. Perfectly centralized location. We had perfect weather and an absolute wonderful time.
James was a great host He made us feel right at home. Everything we needed was provided for us to make it a very comfortable stay. He even had maps and booklets for us to look up things to do in maine. We will be coming back.
Thank you for your warm and friendly Welcome, James! Loved the place and James, who took special care to make our stay a wonderful one! Very quiet!. Easy access to Acadia. We highly recommend.
From the moment we booked the Hidden Gem until we departed, James was communicative, hospitable and generous with his time, recommendations and unexpected gifts which made our stay memorable. This location is perfect for getting to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Would definitely return.
It was the perfect location for us, It was a direct route to Acadia and lots of choices of restaurants, groceries stores, and conveniences within a short distance. James was great in allowing us to park in the garage during Hurricane Lee so we could load our car and not get rained on and refunded us a night's stay due to the hurricane. Will definitely recommend this place to everyone.
James was an incredibly welcoming and helpful host. Making sure my family and I had everything we needed.
The property was close to the incredible sights of Acadia national park.
The place was so comfortable and clean.
We would highly recommend
We really enjoyed our stay. It is a great location for visiting either Schoodic or Mt Desert Island locations of Acadia National Park. Very comfortable place with all the comforts of home. The homemade oatmeal raisin cookies were a nice touch and came in handy on the long hikes in the park.
James was a great host! Quick to respond and helpful with questions on local area. Home was nice and clean and had everything we needed and more! James gave us some wild Maine blueberries and made us some cookies that were delicious! Appreciate all he did. Highly recommend this place to stay!
This was the best place we could have picked for our stay. Not only are you close enough to Acadia and Bar Harbor, but you are far enough you don’t have to deal with the chaos during peak season. James is the best host there is. He had great recommendations and was very attentive. We really appreciated the extra goodies! The apartment has everything you will need, parking, it’s clean, and the property is very well maintained. We will definitely return the next time we head to Maine!
Property is located conveniently between lots of attractions. The manager/owner James, is wonderful! There when you need him, absent otherwise.
We pray that Hurricane Lee keeps far from you!!!!
This was our first time to Acadia and we enjoyed every minute of it. From our wonderful stay in this apartment to the amazing host who thought of everything we would need; this truly felt like home away from home. The blueberry pie waiting for us when we arrived was a welcome treat and absolutely delicious. James also provided some great recommendations for food and activities that were perfect for our family. Thank you, James, for being a wonderful host!
Very impressed the minute we walked into the door. Smelled very fresh and clean, nicely decorated and stocked with everything you would need from dishes to cookware, toiletries and medicinal items for headache, minor cuts and indigestion. James had everything covered. Great property and I loved the pale pink towels!
My wife and I, from Atlanta, stayed 3 nights here prior to going back to Portland for 2 more nights. We had a wonderful experience from check in all the way thru check out. The property has everything you could want, and more. James was a great host. He helped us bring our luggage up the stairs and recommended plenty of attractions and nearby restaurants. We loved how close this was to Acadia and Bar Harbor. The quiet street this apartment is located off of was great. We had some rainy weather during the first part of our stay and James even offered to let us stay another night on him. We had plans back in Portland so we could not take him up on the offer. We were surprised and very gracious for such a kind offer. Next time we are back in the area, we will stay here again. It is large enough to sleep even more. Perfect place to stay with a perfect host. Thanks, James!
What a wonderful find. 15 minutes to Acadia; 25 minutes to Bar Harbor. This 2 BR unit had everything we needed. James is a wonderful host. Easy to communicate with, helpful ( He even carried my heavy suitcase up the stairs to the unit). Beds were very comfortable.Area was quiet. We enjoyed looking a birds & wild turkeys out our window. Be aware the unit is up a flight of stairs which is clearly stated & shown in the pictures. I would stay here again next time I come to Maine.