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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Oceanfront Retreat on Acadia’s Quiet Side, Harbor Views, True Maine

Where the ocean sets the pace, a private authentic world near Acadia Schoodic Point, away from the crowds of Mount Desert Island.

Set on the edge of Gouldsboro Bay in the working harbor village of Corea, this oceanfront home offers something increasingly rare on the East Coast: space, silence, and an authentic connection to the water.

Located on the Schoodic Peninsula, the quiet, uncrowded side of Acadia National Park, this is where those in the know come to experience Maine as it was meant to be: rugged coastline, lobster boats in the harbor, and days shaped by tide, weather, and light.

The home sits on a private stretch of waterfront with expansive views across the bay. Inside, an open-concept living space is designed to bring the outdoors in, with large windows, natural light, and comfortable gathering areas for family and friends.

Five bedrooms, four and 1/2 baths and a luxury sauna comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests, making it ideal for both quiet retreats and meaningful time together. Ideal for families and couples looking to unplug and reconnect, nature lovers who prefer quiet over crowds, and for those seeking an authentic Maine coastal experience.

What makes this place truly special is the oceanfront setting with direct access to the shoreline. Located in Corea, a historic working lobster village, not a tourist town, 10–15 minutes to Schoodic Point, one of the most dramatic and uncrowded areas of Acadia Panoramic water views and ever-changing coastal light. Peace and privacy that’s increasingly hard to find the experience.

Mornings begin with coffee as fog lifts off the bay. Midday might take you hiking the granite cliffs of Schoodic or exploring tidepools along the shore. Evenings are for fresh lobster, a glass of wine, and watching the light fade over the water.

This is not a resort, and that’s exactly the point. There are no crowds, no lines, and no distractions. Instead, you’ll find clarity, stillness, and a deeper kind of luxury, the kind that comes from being somewhere real.

Plan to bring groceries and enjoy cooking-in or fire-up the outdoor grill while enjoying a spectacular sun-set. Weather can be dynamic (fog, wind, sun), part of the Maine coastal experience. Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island are about an hour away if you want a day trip.

If you’re looking for polished luxury, there are plenty of options. If you’re looking for authentic Maine, oceanfront solitude, and a place to truly rest and reset, this is it. The Haguelnn House has everything Coastal Maine has to offer.

Hosted and managed by Cheryl Hurd.
Contact: email: churd9479@gmail.com
Or send a message to VRBO host for more information!

Acadia National Park - Schoodic Point: 13 miles (15 min)
Winter Harbor: 9 miles (10 min)
Ellsworth: 29 miles (30 min)
Bar Harbor: 44 miles (45mn)
Bangor: 56 miles (1hr)
Ferry to Bar Harbor: 88 Sargent Street, Winter Harbor, ME (20 minutes from property and an approx. 45 min ferry ride to MDI)

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Corea is home to this villa. Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center and Grindstone Neck Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Prayer Labyrith and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Wild Gardens of Acadia and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Corea travel guide
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Gouldsboro, ME

What's nearby

  • Schoodic Peninsula
    Schoodic Peninsula
    23 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North
    5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Chapter Two Art Gallery
    7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course
    29 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Bakery
    18 min drive
  • Treehouse Seaside Grill
    18 min drive
  • Bunkers Seafood And Spirits
    16 min drive
  • Downeaster
    18 min drive
  • Chase's Restaurant
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Oceanfront Retreat on Acadia’s Quiet Side, Harbor Views, True Maine pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Oceanfront Retreat on Acadia’s Quiet Side, Harbor Views, True Maine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Oceanfront Retreat on Acadia’s Quiet Side, Harbor Views, True Maine?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Oceanfront Retreat on Acadia’s Quiet Side, Harbor Views, True Maine located?

Situated in Corea, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mrs JC's WildLife Ecology Center, Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North, and Chapter Two Art Gallery. Schoodic Peninsula and Grindstone Neck Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Private Oceanfront Retreat on Acadia’s Quiet Side, Harbor Views, True Maine 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. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

PARESH J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat the location and the view from every room! If we can, will make this place our annual destination. Enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ketav P.

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

Labor Day weekend stay near Bar Harbor

Great place to stay, Oceanfront property with plenty of privacy. Highly recommend for family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

Great place

Enjoyed the home and location. Great for our family and a good layout. Thank Mother Nature for perfect weather!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amir R.

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

Family vacation

Great stay. Amazing house with spectacular views! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

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

Sea Shore Get Away

Beautiful ocean views and a very comfortable home. We enjoyed coffee on the deck in the morning and wine in the evening during sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Wow

Really special place, well appointed, tastefully decorated and wow views from virtually every room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Fantastic location

We were pleasantly surprised by the remoteness of this location! It was a beautiful and educational view everyday! Loved the sunsets, view of the mountains and getting acquainted with the surrounding towns! I was raised in”Down East” NC and enjoyed the similarities! Acadia is a beautiful NP!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christie R.

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

This is a wonderful place!

This house is amazing and so close to the water! Our week here was foggy and a little rainy most days but we still enjoyed the quiet beauty, watching the waves and spending time together. The house is well decorated and very comfortable and inviting with plenty of room for all of us. Corea is a quaint little town; we enjoyed the atmosphere. All in all a great visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

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

Perfect getaway

The house was beautifully set up for a lovely stay with our family. We had plans to visit some of the many preserve walks that are conveniently located nearby, however the house, beach and location itself was so charming we decided to stay in and enjoy it instead. The views each morning and night was especially breathtaking. We enjoyed seeing seals in the cove and hardworking lobstermen at work, right from the house and deck. The beach was a favorite spot to collect precious stones, and the deck to enjoy sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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Amazing Stay

We went with a group of friends to celebrate a milestone. House has amazing views, plenty of space to sleep, great kitchen and dining area, bbq, etc. We explored the area around the house along the coast which was gorgeous as well. We enjoyed the sunsets and stargazing and all the beautiful rocks and rock formations. One note is that there are no shades anywhere so bring a sleep mask if that’s an issue for you. But we loved waking up to the beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cassidy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Stunning - Catered toward adults

This property is absolutely stunning. Our group of 6 adults and 4 kids had an amazing time. I do think the property is a bit more catered towards adults rather than children/families with little kids. For example, there are no curtains in the property and the natural light coming in is a lot for nap time, so a lot of us put pack n plays in the bathroom or closet areas. There is also no bathtubs which would have been nice for the littles. It is also VERY remote, I’m talking not even a gas station close by so keep this in mind when booking as well. - 25 minutes from gas station - 45 minutes to “real” grocery store - 45 minutes to any urgent care/medical center Overall we really enjoyed our stay and had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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Magnificent Property and views!!

There is not enough good we can say about this property!! So many memories made with our family! The house was by far laid out and set up for families to thoroughly enjoy the stay and the Space! Our family is from the area and wanted a secluded private, ocean front property! We enjoy wonderful family meals and lots of board games in the spacious dining room! We spent countless hours on the beach rocks, exploring the gorgeous beach, the stones were like no other we’ve ever found before! Our boys had so much fun doing art on the stones they collected, they added them to the stone collection of stone art other families have left! The rooms are so spacious and private, and the beautiful gorgeous sun is a welcomed sight each morning! The sauna was a huge hit after chilly morning beach combing. The front yard is the idea spot for large frisbee games and we enjoyed family bike riding in the area! The management was the most professional and accommodating, along with White Wine etc as a welcome gift! Thank you to all, who helped us make our Fall retreat at this special place be the best ever! See you next Fall!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

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A true escape

If you’re looking for somewhere quiet far from the hustle and bustle, this is the place. The house was absolutely gorgeous with expansive views of the water and mountains in the distance. It’s a decent drive from the rest of civilization, but worth the time spent in the car. Stayed here with my husband and his parents as well as our 4 and 2-year-old. The kids thought it was a castle and had a blast exploring all the different areas of the house! The floor plan of the house would make it ideal for multiple families or groups of friends to have their own spaces, HOWEVER, please consider putting some curtains on the lower level rooms (especially the bathroom). Being right off the patio and not having a curtain to cover the bathroom window proved awkward a number of times during our stay. The house could have been a bit cleaner when we arrived and we also had an issue with the tankless water heater breaking one day. But the property manager was quick to respond and we had the issue resolved in a reasonable amount of time. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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Corea review

My wife and I have stayed in the Corea area since the 1980s but haven't been back to this particular area of Maine for several years. We decided to bring our extended family back which consisted of 3 generations, 6 adults, and 6 kids from ages 10 years to 14 months. The house was perfect and everyone had plenty of room to spread out and play outside in the huge front yard. The rock beach was an easy climb from the house. Our group generally left the house early for activities and returned mid to late afternoon. If you've never been to Acadia National Park I would highly recommend it. The entire park is stunningly beautiful and there is world class hiking, biking, kayaking, and boating opportunities within 20 minutes of the house. The house itself is very large with a huge deck that looks out across the bay with Prospect Harbor on the other side. The house was very clean upon arrival and had multiple areas to congregate and relax both inside and out. One thing that may not be apparent is the that the two main areas to hang out are on the opposite ends of the house so if you are looking for separate areas to congregate this could be a plus. Also, as mentioned in other reviews there are no window coverings so it gets bright very early. An added bonus was the sauna. Overall this is a great property in a great location with a short drive to get to multiple activities. Ashley was responsive to any questions that we had. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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The property was perfect for our family get together. Plenty of space for 11 people to spread out and the views from the deck were amazing. We loved the location, close enough to Acadia but away from the crowds. Our family all agreed we would love to come again and hope to in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

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This home was beautiful! There were tons of space, plenty of rooms and beds for the entire family. This home was super clean, cozy, games to play, books to read, and an outstanding view. I would highly recommend this home for a stay away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here every summer for years! The beauty and privacy can’t be matched.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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50th Anniversary trip!

Great house with AMAZING views! Had a wonderful vacation. Could use some curtains for privacy but great layout for big groups.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house!It was clean, well maintained and as described - very comfortable for six adults. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V.

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Great time with friends

We had a wonderful time
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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Favorite summer vacation spot

We have stayed at this home many years and are excited about the improvements being made by the new owners.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Abby G.

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My new favorite spot!

Our stay was perfection! The property is gorgeous and well stocked. We were all relaxed and enjoyed our time there. It gets very bright in the morning as there are no window coverings, but wouldn’t want to cover up that view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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Breathtaking setting

We thoroughly enjoyed our family vacation because of this home. It provided gathering space, personal space, ample kitchen and breathtaking views. Hearing the waves as you fall asleep and wake up is glorious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coffee on the deck in the morning, cocktails on the deck watching the sunset... with sights of porpoises, seals, bald eagles, herons and flickers in between. The house was everything we hoped it would be. We celebrated two 90th birthdays, and the home works well for those with mobility issues. We cooked a lot; the kitchen is quite functional and well-stocked (we added an oyster knife to the inventory), and the grill was near-new. On the practical front: The two living areas are at opposite ends of the house, which makes it nice if someone wants to read in one while crazy kids cause a ruckus in another. And one comment from another review we heeded - it's very bright early in the am, so sleeping masks are recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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Excellent base for Acadia equestrian activities

The apartment is beautifully decorated with brand new kitchen, bathrooms, and furniture. Three of us were there for a week to do carriage driving in the park. The Nest is 5 minutes from where we stabled our horses.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024