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Nestled in historic Somesville, Hawthorn Cottage offers a serene retreat amidst beautifully landscaped acres and wild blueberry bushes. Take a stroll to the ocean, explore nearby Acadia National Park or unwind on the shaded deck with views of eagles and ospreys.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Relax in peace and comfort in great central location

  • 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 (six or seven nights) run from Saturday or Sunday to the following Saturday.

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • 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

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

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

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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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non smoking only

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Somesville, a neighborhood in Mount Desert. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co 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 George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Mount Desert travel guide
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Mt. Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park
    Acadia National Park
    4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Bar Harbor, Maine USA
    Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    12 min drive - 17.3 km
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    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Cadillac Mountain
    Cadillac Mountain
    23 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Acadia Repertory Theater
    1 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Shell
    20 min walk
  • Milagro's
    9 min drive
  • Circle K
    9 min drive
  • Jordan Pond House
    21 min drive
  • Saint Dreux’s Coffee
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax in peace and comfort in great central location 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 Relax in peace and comfort in great central location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax in peace and comfort in great central location?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relax in peace and comfort in great central location located?

Located in Somesville, 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).

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Relax in peace and comfort in great central location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful quiet retreat to come back to after a day of adventures. Check in was easy and our hosts were very friendly. Emails with them were answered quickly. I highly recommend staying in this lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen w.

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

Adorable Cottage

What a cute vacation home! Great location, as we visited the entire island and everything was close. Well stocked & clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Les K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hawthrone cottage. This was a perfect location for our visit to Acadia and the surrounding area. The cottage is peaceful and quiet, charming and cozy, secluded and conveniently located. It is clean and well kept. We enjoyed seeing the deer visit most every evening. Marilee was a wonderful host, very helpful, and easy to talk to. Check-in is straight forward. We highly recommend staying at the Hawthorne cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

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

Lovely cottage

This cottage had everything we could need or want. The owner lives on the property and is very kind and helpful. You couldn’t ask for a better location. It was very close to all attractions and yet very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Great little cottage on MDI

Excellent stay! The location is perfect—close to everything in Acadia, yet just far enough to feel peaceful and quiet. Communication was fast, friendly, and incredibly helpful. The cottage is spotless and absolutely charming and the bed was super comfortable. Keep in mind it is a cottage not a big house - still plenty of room for 2 and so much better than a hotel. This was our first trip to Acadia, but fingers crossed we can stay here again for future trips.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudette D.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Great Little Cottage

Host is very responsive and helpful. Kitchen and bath well stocked. It is tight quarters, but folding door separates the bedroom from the living area, for your partner that wakes up early or stays up late. A good home base on the quiet side of the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena N.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina T.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony V.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with a beautiful view watching the wildlife every evening. Ease of check-in can’t be beat! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

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

Lovely time

We had a wonderful week at Hawthorn cottage. It was just what we needed and close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney G.

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

Maine Getaway

Perfect cottage getaway for a couple! We had a great time coming back to our place to rest our feet and heads after long days of hiking and enjoying Maine. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine K.

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

Great time!!

Beautiful spot with easy access to all that Mt. Desert Island has to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oakley O.

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

Amazing honeymoon

This cottage was an amazing place to stay for our honeymoon. My wife and I couldn’t be happier with the cottage and all it had to offer. We saw deer almost every night and the cottage was super peaceful. The location of the cottage was perfect. On the quiet side of the island it got us away from the traffic but close enough to Acadia to get anywhere in 25 minutes or less. Absolutely amazing place to stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorine S.

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

Midcoast Maine cottage

Very comfortable & cozy & convenient for exploring Mt Desert Island. Also very quiet!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mandy p.

Precious, cozy cottage in the center of the island

Somerville is a central, historic location. Cottage is cozy and the perfect size for two people. Shower is tiny, but nothing you can't deal with for a vacation. We loved staying here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018