You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore
Apartment with kitchen, near Acadia National Park
This smoke-free apartment building features a garden and barbecues. The apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Bathrooms include a shower. This Bernard apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property manager
Kathleen Shields
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
On-site parking
Car required
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Lobster/crab pot
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Soap
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Books
Outdoor areas
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near a laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the sea
Things to do
Fitness facilities nearby
Golf nearby
Cycling nearby
Power boating nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Sailing nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Fishing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 375 sq ft (35 sq m)
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Tremont, ME
What's nearby
Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 25 min drive - 24.5 km
Cadillac Mountain - 40 min drive - 34.5 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Hansen's Outpost - 4 min drive
Beal's Lobster Pier - 10 min drive
Gott's Store - 5 min drive
Tan Turtle Tavern - 29 min drive
Seafood Ketch Restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore ?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore located?
Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Acadia National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Seal Cove Pond and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Aldernest Den - Mount Desert Island/Acadia -walk across the lawn down to shore Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Therese R.
29 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Acadia
The cottage is somewhat tight quarters for 3 adult women. While it met our needs, the bathroom, especially the shower, is a bit small. The beds were all comfortable and there was sufficient closet space. We were very fortunate with great weather and so we spent very little time in the cottage. The living room is not really comfortable for lounging but that was not an issue for us. All points of interest were a reasonable drive — generally 10-40 minutes.
Therese R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Josh F.
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and all you need
Couldn’t have been happier with this location - away from the tourism crowds and waterside, for beautiful sunsets. Much thanks for the great stay.
Josh F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine R.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
My second stay at Aldernest
I love the location and the space. Last year I stayed here in August with two friends, this year in June with a daughter and granddaughter. We love the trails, the mountains and the ocean.
Kathleen is a wonderful host and the trail to the ocean is short and we sat out there at the end of the day.
Very clean house and great beds.
Christine R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jon W.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Quietside Getaway
Out of all of our places to stay while visiting Acadia, this was by far our favorite. The accommodations and amenities were clean, up to date and well equipped. With a SHORT walk to the private shoreline, it was the perfect place to relax, getaway while still having easy access to everything Acadia has to offer. The only issue we had was the week went by too fast!
Jon W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maida H.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cabin- 100% recommend
We loved our stay at the Aldernest Den. The cabin was easy to find. It is located in a peaceful neighbourhood, and is at a couple minutes walk from the beach. We were travelling with little kids and Kathleen was a very accommodating and gracious host. She was always quick to respond to messages and even came in person at the time of our check in.
The cabin decor is beautiful. It was clean and super cozy. It had everything we needed.
It is about 45 minutes away from Acadia and less than 10 minutes from Bass harbour lighthouse.
We would stay again.
Maida H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy T.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
The apartment was very clean and quiet and in an excellent location right near a lot of entrance points to Acadia. It was only about 20-30 mins to Bar Harbor too! Kathleen was so helpful, incredibly nice and easy to get in contact with. I would definitely stay here again.
Amy T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richarf L.
7 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fall visit with friends to Acadia
We had a very nice stay. It is a longer drive to the park and Bar Harbor from the quiet side of the island but also very peaceful and less crowded. Accommodations were perfect for meeting up with friends from another state to enjoy catching up and sharing a visit to Acadia.
Richarf L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine R.
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
great location
The location on the "quiet side" of the island and on the ocean was perfect for us. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. The rooms were not big, but perfect for 3 adults, who spent our days hiking and climbing. We ate all breakfasts and several diners there and the washer and dryer were easy to use. Kathleen was great and showed us the basics. I will stay there again.
Christine R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sigurd S.
14 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
I and my children (ages 12, 18, and 20) had a wonderful stay at the Aldernest Den. Clean, comfortable, well equipped, and convenient to all points in Acadia National Park. Lovely, private grounds, and the 2-minute walk to the stunning rocky shoreline is well worth it. Kathleen was an excellent host. We would love to visit again.
Sigurd S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eric A.
12 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent apartment on the quietside for 4
Very nice owners. Very easy to rent. We were a family of 4 with older teens and this property was perfect for us. Very quiet and peaceful. Loved having laundry on-site.
Eric A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Meg R.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Week in Acadia
My husband and daughter and I came for a week in Acadia. The location was perfect for visiting the park. We booked last minute due to a change in plans. The house had everything we needed and was clean. Loved walking down to the water to catch the sunset after a day of hiking!
Meg R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rian M.
8 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
Beautiful, wonderfully located property. Thank you, we had a great stay and would return!
Rian M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah F.
16 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Great spot to relax before getting ready before big hikes.
Sarah F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
18 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet getaway cottage
We had a great stay and highly recommend the cottage.
Angela S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sergio O.
23 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!!!
Very clean property. Beautiful, quiet location. And communication with Kathleen was very good and easy. Especially appreciated being away from the crowds after a full day of hiking.
Sergio O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicki E.
15 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Spot
The apartment was very clean and the location was very peaceful. Only a 30 minute drive to Bar Harbor. We would stay here again.
Nicki E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Rosemary M.
13 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place.
We enjoyed our stay at Aldernest. 1/2 hr from the downtown Bar Harbor area, so not in the thick of things but not too far away. The cottage was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed.
We could have used a few more washcloths and hand towels for a ‘sleeps 4 people’, but we managed. I think the 6 pm check in time and a 9 am check out time is somewhat extreme, but again, we managed. Beautiful seating area down by the water, very quiet, be forewarned, bring bug spray!
Rosemary M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
James K.
3 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
We are so happy that we chose to stay near Southwest Harbor instead of the more congested Bar Harbor area! Aldernest is a cozy and welcoming cottage. Beds were comfortable; kitchen was well equipped. We were a bit challenged by the Roku TV, but we are older and not tech savvy. Kathleen was very gracious when we accidentally locked the key in the unit and trusted us with her spare for the rest of our stay. There were only two things that made me give this a 4 star rating rather than 5. First, in this time of pandemic, we would have liked to have had a dishwasher. I rewashed all dishes, glassware, etc. before using due to not knowing how thoroughly they were washed by the previous guest. Second, we were disappointed not to be able to sit by the water because of the swarms of mosquitos that surrounded us each time we stepped outside the door. Of course this is nothing anyone can control, but be aware that at this time of year, the beach may not be accessible.
Quiet area. Unfortunately there was a family staying above us and the children would jump and run across the floor. We know kids will be kids but be aware when renting.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Colin T.
4 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Small but quaint cottage
Great little cottage with a very short walk to a nearly private spot on the ocean where you can enjoy the scenery, wildlife and peace and quiet all by yourself!
Colin T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michela B.
12 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay!
We loved staying here as it allowed us to stay on Mount Desert Island without being right in the middle of all the action. This place was beautiful with ocean access that had a great view of the sunset. The Aldernest was cozy and felt like home away from home.
Michela B.
10/10 Excellent
David S.
29 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Quiet Property
Great rental property on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. Super clean and all the amenities necessary for a pleasant stay. Excellent value for money.
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Julie D.
9 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend Acadia trip
We really enjoyed our trip to Acadia and the accommodations. It was great to have the kitchen as well as the beach access. Very comfortable cottage for a family of 4.
Julie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Claude C., Sherbrooke (Québec) Canada
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Acadia
Séjour parfait. Nous avons apprécié l'accès au bord de mer en fin de journée.
Nous a permis de profiter du Parc National au maximum. Claude