Bold Coast Camp Minutes from Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula

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1 bedroom, bed sheets
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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Winter Harbor, ME
  • Popular LocationSchoodic Peninsula4 min drive
  • AirportBar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)48 min drive
  • Popular LocationVillage Green66 min drive
  • Popular LocationBar Harbor Whale Watching66 min drive

About this property

Bold Coast Camp Minutes from Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula

A new tent this year and the friends that helped set this year’s up made the bell tent sit beautifully on
its platform. I am right in town, walking distance to shops and restaurants, with Littlefield Gallery to the
left and The Bakery to the right of the property, and Acadia National Park, Schoodic Section, is your next
right hand turn.

Lots of additions, privacy fenced area for shower and wash station, new towels, and Prospect Harbor
soaps. I have a Legacy Tower with fresh water to fill solar bladders for warm showers and to top up
Berkey water system cylinder for clean drinking water. There is a portable toilet, clean and maintained
weekly for guests only.

The camp has a Solo Smokeless stove and a Bali propane fire with lounge chairs ready to recline and
watch the stars. I have lots of kindling and small wood to start a bed of coals, if you want a long evening
burn, wood is sold in front of Winter Harbor Provisions, also Backman Wood has hard and soft and its to
the right of my driveway, two buildings down, outside stand with a cash bucket.

There is a small Coleman stove and a small kettle, coffee cups, with a few bags of tea and coffee to get
you started, or bring your favorites. Small propane canisters can be purchased locally. The Bakery is a
stone’s throw away, with fresh hot coffee and Patrick’s delicious pastries and breads and …….so much
more.

There is a cooler, picnic basket, wine/water glasses, bread board, knife, cork screw, plates, napkins, a
good start to lunch on the rocks or tables next to the harbor, at Frazer Point.

Inside the Bell tent, I have left a binder, lots of area information, maps of local treks, and “What’s” going
on around town, Emergency contacts, library, bank, food stores, restaurants, festivals, potters, artists,
farmers market, organic farms, and so on. Some games, playing cards and a few books. The linens and
blankets are lovely, cozy, and clean.

I am popping up the ‘old’ tent leaving its side rolled up for an extra shaded space or out of the rain
space, with more comfy seating inside and out of it.

We are a 5 minute drive to the entrance of the Schoodic Loop of Acadia NP. A free, seasonal bus (search Island Explorer bus for schedule) picks up nearby and carries you about town and into the national park (entrance is less than a mile away). We are a 45 minute drive to Mount Desert Island/Bar Harbor. There is also a seasonal ferry within walking distance (about 5 minute walk) that takes you across Frenchman's Bay to Bar Harbor in 45 minutes. (May need a reservation for the ferry) It's a beautiful boat ride on a sunny day and you can often see porpoise and a variety of sea birds. The ferry generally runs into September. In Bar Harbor, you can hop on a free bus that will take you to Acadia and around town.

Please let me welcome you, make you comfortable in a tent, while enjoying the simplicity of the earth,
cool breeze, salty fog, stars above, bright morning sun, birds about and geese above.

Property manager

Natalie Grammer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

  • Unit size: 54 sq ft (5 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Cozy Bell Tent Minutes From Acadia National Park
Cozy Bell Tent Minutes From Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula

About the neighborhood

Winter Harbor

Located in Winter Harbor, this campground is in a rural area and by the sea. 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. Wild Gardens of Acadia 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.

What's nearby

  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 4 min drive
  • Village Green - 66 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 66 min drive
  • Shore Path - 67 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pickled Wrinkle - 4 min drive
  • Chase's Restaurant - 6 min walk
  • The Bakery - 3 min walk
  • Me & Ben's Dairy Creme - 3 min drive
  • J.M. Gerrish Restaurant - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bold Coast Camp Minutes from Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bold Coast Camp Minutes from Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bold Coast Camp Minutes from Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bold Coast Camp Minutes from Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula located?

Situated by the sea, this campground is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Grindstone Neck Golf Course and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Schoodic Peninsula. Schoodic Point and Chapter Two Art Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tenting in Winter Harbor
A fully loaded tent with comfortable bed located near the Schoodic peninsula. Easy to access and great communication with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place but make sure of the weather.
The property is as described private but definitely not secluded. A suggestion would be definitely make sure to check the weather. We areived and it rained most of the weeks leading up to our stay and everything was damp as you know things in a tent will be. No ones fault but we only stayed the first night due to that. The owner was awesome and although the bed was damp ot was super comfy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

estefania g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect glamping experience
We loved our stay ! So warm and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E., Marlow, NH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Glamping at its Finest
Magical Yurt! Everything was so fresh and clean. All the joy of camping - bird song, sound of rain on the roof, cool breezes - but with the comfort of a bedroom - comfy mattress, warm blankets, dry clothes. Amenities were terrific, just as advertised, with the addition of a delightful wood burning stove. Plan to come again. Very romantic!! Margaret was very responsive to questions, a delightful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, serene setting and a perfect experience!
This was a wonderful experience in every way! The owner clearly thought of everything a traveler might need, from the comfortable bed, small mobile charging station, lanterns, flashlights, drinking water, robes, a station for washing hands, a dedicated parking spot, a fire pit and the cleanest porta-potty I've ever seen. We spent two nights in the tent with our small children while we explored the beauty of Acadia National Park and the kids couldn't wait to get back and spend more time at the camp site each day! To add a little character to all of this perfection, a nearby rooster crowed each morning to ensure that our visit felt sufficiently authentic and rustic, and instead of housekeeping knocking at the door, we had daily visits from the friendliest cat in the Northeast, who just happened to share the same colors as our deceased and much loved family cat, Sammy. And finally, just when we were ready to concede that caffeine addictions cannot be indulged when camping, we realized that the next house over was...a coffee shop and bakery. This was an experience that our family will cherish for the rest of our lives and we couldn't recommend Bold Coast Camp more highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Misleading on Privacy
Preface that I and my partner have stayed in “rustic” conditions before; lack of running water/electricity, compost toilet, hand drawn showers, etc, but the property was a bit more public than pictures and listing describes in our opinion. We left the first night we arrived as we didn’t feel we were nearly as private or secluded as the description led us to believe. Good: The yurt itself was very nicely setup and furnished; it looks like the pictures and all amenities are as described. We really liked it to be honest and would have loved to stay there. Host was quick to message with further details and an update to amenities that wasn't in the listing (nice!) Bad: There was one major issue with this property being the privacy of it and the misleading description of it. Though it may be on private property, it’s easily viewable from two homes on the land immediately adjacent even with the 2 separated privacy fences placed nearby. I’m talking less than 100 feet to two private homes (although one may technically be a business). Both of these houses could easily see into the space from their second story windows if not from the first story. Look up the address in google street view before committing. It initially places you by brush but head west to find the mailbox, the yurt is viewable from the road. Overall the general setup of the yurt and amenities is lovely and could be a romantic vacation even; but we didn’t want to spend our time in Acadia camping in a back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Wonderful!
Everything about this listing is accurate- it's the perfect balance of camping and modern comfort amenities! The bakery next door makes delicious food and coffee, and the property managers are so easy to work with. We were only there two nights and it was pretty chilly so we never did try the shower, but it all looked clean and easy to use! 10/10 would recommend and come back again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay
Our stay during our Acadia vacation was just what we hoped for. The host had thought of everything we might need in the tent, the location was quiet, private and 5 min from the quiet part of Acadia. It’s about an hour to bar harbor but we were so glad to be off the beaten path in our cozy tent. Did i mention the bed was so comfy and the bakery actoss the street sooo delicious. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Yurt!
We loved our stay here! It was cozy and just what we needed. The bakery right behind the yurt is amazing. The yurt had lighting and a fire pit. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
A wonderful stay. Excellent tent, beds, towels, water, fire pit, etc. Our host was/is so gracious. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022