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Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, DVD player, video library
TV, DVD player, video library
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4112 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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

Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard

Dory Haven

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Affectionately known as Dory Haven, this newly renovated cove-front cottage features tasteful New England decor, high ceilings, a screened porch, and a sunroom boasting an abundance of windows and waterfront views. In a prime locale, you’ll have close access to the area’s natural wonders. Traverse the coastal woodlands of Acadia National Park, or hike local peaks like Champlain Mountain and The Beehive. For explorations nearby, Bartlett’s Landing and Long Pond can be reached in no time.

Relax in the spacious living room, furnished with two sofas, armchairs, and a gas fireplace. Pick your favorite film from the vast array of DVDs and have a movie night on the 31-inch TV. An adjacent sunroom boasts a sofa and rocking chair, as well as a dining table. Whip up tasty vacation meals in the open kitchen, outfitted with new appliances, granite countertops, and all the kitchenware needed. Enjoy morning coffee at the two-person breakfast nook. Gather in the sunroom at the unique live-edge wooden dining table for six and take in beautiful views of the waterfront backyard.

The whole family will enjoy the expansive grassy backyard. Roast s’mores over the fire pit or go for a swim in the refreshing waters. Please note that the waterfront is tidal, meaning at certain times of the day, there is no water. However, during high tide, the water is perfect for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, including seals, otters, and Maine seabirds. End your day with drinks on the deck, with seating for two. Sizzle dinner on the grill, then head to the lower-level screened porch to enjoy an alfresco dinner at the picnic table. This area also offers a two-person table, ideal for a quiet moment at the end of an activity-filled day.

For nearby excursions, launch a kayak from Bartlett’s Landing, which also serves as a wonderful spot to catch a sunset. Or head to Long Pond, a nearly 4-mile long, glacial lake. Drive 15 minutes to Acadia National Park. Spend your time exploring the woodlands, breathing in the salty air on the rocky shores, and watching for local wildlife. Explore the coastal town of Bar Harbor, just a 25-minute drive from your home. Indulge in local cuisine, shop the boutiques, or charter a boat to explore the deep blue sea.

THINGS TO KNOW


Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Maine

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1209 sq ft (112 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 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 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

57323

About the neighborhood

Map
Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 5 min drive
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 17 min drive
  • Village Green - 22 min drive
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 23 min drive
  • Cadillac Mountain - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lunt's Lobster Pound - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Travelin Lobster - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Acadia National Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Long Pond. Seal Cove Pond and Atlantic Brewing Company are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Dory Haven: Cove-front Home with sunroom, screened porch & waterfront yard Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cortney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything great except for communication
We absolutely loved this property. It was so tranquil and the view of the cove was beautiful at all hours. The issues that we encountered were with communication. The listing when we booked over a year prior to our trip said that the property was pet friendly, which has since changed. Thankfully, we were still allowed to bring our pup, but it took significant effort and time to get clarification which was quite stressful. Also during our stay there was an issue with a lock on an exterior door and they sent someone to repair the issue without communicating this - it was really upsetting to return with someone inside the rental without being notified prior.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

E M., Potomac MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Needs Maintenance and Care
The view and yard were the best things about this rental. The house needs attention and upkeep that would have made our stay so much more pleasant. 1) The bed in the primary bedroom was so squeaky (from old box springs) that I moved to the second bedroom so my wife and I didn't wake each other up when one of us moved. Vacasa noted the bed was old. So why did the owners not replace it? There was also no mattress cover on the mattress. 2) The 2 front burners on the stove were broken. Vacasa said the lighters were broken and they hadn't been able to replace them. This is something they should have communicated to us so that we knew when we tried to cook. 50% of the burners were not working and they didn't think they should tell us? 3) The 2 skylights in the bedrooms are not usable. One had no screen and the other one was broken. How hard is this to fix? 4) The shower head did not fit the shower; you had to stand sideways, otherwise your face was literally 3" from the back of the shower. And I am a small person! 5) The toilet was loose and rocked every time you sat on it. Vacasa's response: "The plumber used a new type of seal and it doesn't prevent it from sliding." If this is the case, Vacasa needs a new plumber. Other issues: the locks on the door from outside to the sunroom were broken and no toilet paper holder. Come on owners, take some care of your house! The gist of our dismay is that there are simple fixes that should have been done.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Dory Haven
Lovely place, great house.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerriel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax!
Beautiful scenic and comfortable, had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed, but had a few surprises
The house was beautifully situated on the water, but we couldn’t access it easily. There was no dock or stairs. The house had AC but only in the upstairs bedrooms (in all honesty the listing might have said this), but I wasn’t expecting the downstairs to be so hot. The one fan we had only worked on low, so really wasn’t much help. The evenings cooled off nicely and with the porch windows open the temp was better downstairs. I really loved the screened room, it got a delightful breeze and was perfect for reading overlooking the water. We contacted the property manager about the slow internet and fan, they were responsive but it didn’t fix the challenge (They said they’d drop off another fan but didn’t). Be advised that cell service is poor on the whole island and internet in the house doesn’t work well enough to even use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

brad e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Johanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mount Desert
Site tranquille, maison âgée mais fonctionnelle. Lits pas très comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis
Enjoyed staying on the “quiet side” of MDI. Loved the sun porch and yard overlooking the pond. A very comfortable place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations
This was a first visit to Acadia. The location was ideal for everything we had planned. The Visitor center was within an easy drive where we could park and explore the park. With Dory Haven as our base, it provided not only a beautiful place to rest, but was comfortable and above what we expected. The bedrooms were spacious as was the downstairs living area. The porch doubled the space of the house and easily became a favorite for meals. I’m ready to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property; great location
Larger than it looks in the pics! Stunning setting and great location; only about 20-25 minutes from Acadia, Bar Harbor and Bass Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We were traveling with our teenager and one yr old. The water access gave plenty to do while home and Acadia/ Bar Harbor are close enough we went there several times. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N., Frederick, Md

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful waterfront property
This was a great place. Very roomy yet a cozy feeling as well. Loved the sun room which had a beautiful dining table, comfortable sofa and rocking chair. My husband and I spent a lot of time in this room. The view of the water was beautiful. This was on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island which is where we love to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dory Haven
Was all that it was said to be. Pictures were up to date.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on MDI
Dory Haven is a great place to stay on MDI. Close enough to everything but far enough away from the high traffic areas. The house is the perfect size for a small family. It is clean and well stocked. The porch overlooking the pond is so nice. Bedrooms and living areas are comfortable and well kept. Mosquitos are bad, especially on hot, humid days down by the water so bring bug spray. Something missing from the listing is that there are room AC units in the bedrooms. I contacted Vacasa to ask if there was AC based on previous comments but they said no so this should be updated for accuracy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, great setting, very relaxing
Easy check in process. Responsive to all questions. Beautiful property in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bar Harbor Getaway
This VRBO was a perfect place to enjoy all the beautiful places in Bar Harbor. The house was clean, beds were comfortable, and all amenities were as listed. We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

April V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, clean and dog friendly home
We loved our week at Dory Haven, especially the relaxing sunroom with lovely views and bird watching. The home was clean and well stocked with kitchen items. It's in a neighborhood but wooded so feels fairly private. However, there are a few things in the advertisement that are not true-- there is no queen size bed, only a double. The ad lists a cosy gas fireplace that as a fall visitor to Maine, we were looking forward to, but guests are not allowed to use it. There is no heat upstairs, although there are a few small plug in electric heaters supplied. We didn't mind the chill but for some folks that could be challenging in the off season. Overall, we were disappointed by things that were falsely listed in the advertisement, but still enjoyed our time at this sweet home in a lovely location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good MDI Location
Excellent location for exploring Acadia trails. Quaint home on a lovely setting. When there, we spent our time on the fantastic porch that overlooks a pond. Would have rated it a 5-star but the bathroom tile needs replacing or serious grout cleaning. Also the living room rug and one couch have some stains.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Quiet Side of the Island
This house is on the so-called quiet side of Mount Desert Island, so it's a few more minutes to some of the hot destinations, but nicely away from the crowds in and around Bar Harbor. The house was spotless and had everything we needed. The location on the water, which came in and out with the tide, was beautiful and a great feature. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Dory Haven and highly recommend this house to anyone wanting to get away from busy Bar Harbor to stay in a quiet, relaxing home.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Base for Acadia Adventures
Dory Haven is a sweet little cabin with incredible inlet views. The owner is thoughtful, leaving basic amenities, plenty of pots & pans, and even a note for us regarding current wildlife in the area. The home felt very clean, and the sunroom and board games were highlights on a rainy fall day inside. Overall a wonderful home base on the "quiet side" of MDI for us, our infant son, and 2 dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dory Haven
Great location. Enjoyed evening fire by lake. Well furnished. Easy booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
water view
Quiet, relaxing, and a wonderful view of the water. Accommodations were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
Quiet location on a tidal inlet near Pretty Marsh with good bird watching, a firepit for s'mores, and lovely sun porch with water views. Plenty of games and comfy furniture too!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We love this property so much! The house, the porch, the yard, and the tidal pond make it really special. We stayed four nights and would love to stay at Dory Haven again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

liesl f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breath of fresh air
This places has it all! We loved being on the lake and our boys (9, 11) loved being outside. The place was spotless and made us feel right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021