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Mount Desert holiday rentals start at $130 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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320 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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190 properties have a dedicated workspace

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360 of Mount Desert holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Mount Desert stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Cozy Cottage on the Penobscot – Panoramic Luxury!
Escape to your private waterfront retreat where tranquility meets luxury. Our Coastal Maine Cottage style home rests on a granite ledge that disappears twice daily with the tide. Enjoy a sun-filled interior with cherry floors, a gourmet kitchen, and a private deck for sunrise coffee or evening wine. Wake to sweeping Penobscot River views & unwind by the fire pit at river’s edge. Just 10 minutes to downtown Bangor, with easy access to urban amenities, Bar Harbor, and Acadia Park. @cozycottageinme

4 BR Waterfront Unique House + Dock! [Osprey Cove]
Osprey Cove is a unique vertically built home that has fantastic views of the top of Somes Sound. A dock, firepit & gazebo are available for use and are shared with the neighboring unit, which are always a guest favorite! A spiral staircase brings guests to all levels of the home and you will find the home fully stocked as the homeowners use this space themselves to vacation! -10 min to Southwest Harbor -13 min to Acadia National Park [Cadillac Mountain Entrance] -17 min to Downtown Bar Harbor

Tranquility Cottage (Year Round) & Cabin (May-Oct)
Peaceful & pet friendly acre near Acadia in natural, wooded setting. Fast WiFi, view to Ripples Pond (a wildlife sanctuary), & fenced in backyard. Big 1 bed cottage has comfy King mattress + 2 sleeper futons. The Cabin (only open May 1-Oct 31) has kitchenette, bathroom & Queen bed. A backyard path to hammock & chill spot by Ripples (view only, but 1/2 mile away is Long Pond for swimming, canoe/kayak rental). Grill. Firepit. Tranquility! NOTE: Cabin open May-Oct + has ceiling+box fans but no A/C

Timber Point – Secluded Waterfront Oasis
Timber Point has beautiful coastal views and water access in a modern air conditioned 4-Bedroom+2-Bath home. Gorgeous water views from every room. Ideally located minutes from Acadia National Park. Walk to Lamoine Beach or launch your boat at nearby Lamoine State Park. This secluded home has private access to an unspoiled coast with wonderful views of Racoon Cove. Explore all the beauty of Acadia National Park, kayak the sheltered cove, or just watch the birds and tides from your patio!

Bayview House 1br 2ba Stunning Harbor Views
Do you crave balmy summer evenings or frosty winter days that make you feel like you've been transported back to a simpler time? Or long for days spent on the water or experiencing village life with friendly locals in charming pubs tasting local eats? Experience the simple joys of life with rustic yet modern amenities offered at this coastal 2-story home. Whether daily strolls by the water or taking in the sunset on your deck, you'll fall in love with this lovely New England destination.

The Arthaus, an eclectic retreat for two
Located on Mount Desert Islands, "Quietside". The cottage features high ceilings and an open floor plan, with a small deck looking into the woods The walls are decorated with original art work by the owner. Our location is central to the island, situated just outside the village of Somesville; 15 minutes to Bar Harbor, 10 minutes to Southwest Harbor by car. Hiking and swimming opportunities are just 5 minutes away by car. The Arthaus is not suitable for pets, despite our love for them.

Hidden Gem at Acadia
Located at the top of Somes Sound and midway between Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor, Azalea Knoll is a hidden gem - a perfect location for everything Mt. Desert Island offers. In 10 minutes, you reach trails, carriage roads, lakes restaurants and more. The 2 bedroom home, which sleeps 4, has an open floorplan, high ceilings and custom kitchen. Two full bathrooms, including one with a jet tub, two decks, a porch and fire pit provide options for relaxing when not exploring the island.

Acadia Historic Home with Hot Tub and Game Room
✔ This Historic Home Was The Island's General Store & Butcher Shop, Dating Back To 1856 ✔ 5 min to Acadia National Park ✔ Somes Sound Brook In Your Backyard ✔ 7-Person Hot Tub Under String Lights ✔ Kayaking & Swimming In Somes Sound, Long Pond & Echo Lake ✔ Fire Pit, Grill, & Lobster Pot ✔ Game Room with AirHockey, ShuffleBoard, & a SMART TV ✔ Theater With Real Reclining Theater Seats & Movie Candy Provided ✔ All Dogs Welcome ✔ Air Conditioning, Fast Wifi, Washer/Dryer

NEH Estate: Half off July 18-25
**House is located in Northeast Harbor, not Mount Desert** Welcome to Into the Woods! This residence is a 6500 square foot executive home has the qualities of a Timber Frame home and Rocky Mountain log home. Perfect for large parties and reunions and is dog friendly (with additional fee). Minimum 3 night stay. 7 nights in Summer (Sat-Sat June 20-Labor Day weekend, 2026) ***DOGS ALLOWED ONLY IF APPROVED IN ADVANCE, $50/night/dog*** *NO SMOKING anywhere on the property**

Newly renovated cottage in the heart of Downeast
The Woodlands is tucked away on a quiet street off Route 1, minutes from downtown Ellsworth. Newly renovated in 2021, this delightful one bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage has new appliances, including a gas range and washer and dryer, along with all the thoughtful amenities you'll need for a relaxing retreat. With central access to Acadia National Park and all your coastal adventures, the Woodlands is a perfect destination for a peaceful getaway in the heart of Downeast Maine.

Sweetwater - Bright, Airy, Modern
Named for its sweet views of the ocean inlet just beyond the front patio, Sweetwater is a serene Scandinavian-modern retreat nestled on the "quiet side" of Mount Desert Island — home to the beloved Acadia National Park. Whether you're gathering family or escaping with friends, this thoughtfully designed cottage offers everything you need for a restorative Maine getaway, just minutes from the Park's most cherished trails, swimming holes, and hidden gems

Amazing Views- Central to Acadia
( Price inclusive of Airbnb guest fee) Come & stay for a unique experience w/ stunning views of Somes Sound.. Vacation home with 3 BR, 4 Baths, expansive picture windows, internet, patio, aircondition / heat pumps, EV charger, wharf & dock, W&D, and complimentary kayaks. See eagles, seals,wild fowls & other wildlife. Enjoy sunsets, moonrises or stargaze from the dock. Hiking trails, Echo Lake, & Long Pond 7 mins. DT Bar Harbor & SW Harbor 12 mins.
Popular amenities for Mount Desert house rentals
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Cozy, fun, 3 bedroom home with a pool and Hot Tub.

Coastal Retreat with Pool and Cheerful Vibes

New Boho Cape with Pool! Fenced yard, pet friendly

The Jarvis Homestead | Historic Maine Mansion

Peaceful 4 Bedroom Maine Retreat with Private Pool

Bar Harbor, near Acadia with seasonal dock & pool

Dog Friendly Midcoast Cape

Ocean View Retreat with Heated Pool / Hot Tub
Weekly house rentals

Duck Cove Get Away

Ecodia: Eco conscious stay near Acadia NP

Fresh Catch a Cottage Steps to Acadia & Town

The Fernald Point Carriage House

Harbor Haven

Private, modern, minutes from Acadia.

SW Harbor: Salt in the Pines-Modern, Magical Oasis

Quiet Side Carriage House | Near Lake & Acadia
Private house rentals

Farmhouse w/wild blueberries-Acadia National Park

ChaseHouse SpiritRock

1830's Large 4BR in Heart of Acadia! [Somes Villa]

Rustic Retreat on MDI

Tern II Oceanfront Cottage

Second Wind - Town Hill

Long Pond Lodge

Water Lily, Acadia Gem
When is the best time to visit Mount Desert?
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| Avg. price | $366 AUD | $361 AUD | $361 AUD | $455 AUD | $519 AUD | $624 AUD | $718 AUD | $715 AUD | $577 AUD | $600 AUD | $426 AUD | $393 AUD |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -6°C | -1°C | 6°C | 13°C | 18°C | 21°C | 20°C | 16°C | 9°C | 3°C | -3°C |
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