Waterfront with views of Acadia Mountains

Since 2004, Cove House has been a great place to stay when visiting Acadia National Park. It is located in Marlboro,on the quiet side of Lamoine. From the comfortable deck, you have expansive views of Raccoon Cove, Frenchman Bay, Schoodic Point and the mountains of Mount Desert Island.

Enjoy Maine's natural beauty and the many attractions it offers while staying in this spotless log cabin that is just right for two or for a family of six. Cove House sits on a bluff about 25 feet above the Cove. It has a spacious, open-floor plan - a great room with cathedral ceiling and two stories of windows for panoramic views. Dining area and fully equipped kitchen provide everything you need for a pleasant eating experience.

A queen bedroom and a twin bedroom, fresh linens, a full bathroom with laundry facilities, lots of fluffy bath towels and beach towels, round off the first floor. French doors lead to the deck and the comfortable porch.

The second floor has master suite with king bed, dresser, desk, satellite TV, large walk-in closet, and plenty of room for a crib and pack-and-play (provided as needed). The bathroom has a large jetted tub and separate shower. A hall closet holds linens, towels, extra bath rugs, puzzles and games. A loft overlooking the living room has comfortable seating and is ideal for board games, puzzles, chess or just reading a good book.

A bench and two Adirondacks overlook the water making it the perfect spot to sit and enjoy the views of the mountains of Acadia to the South, Frenchman Bay and the Schoodic Peninsula to the east, and Hancock Point and Marlboro Beach to the Northeast. There is access to the shore at only one spot on the property to protect the delicate vegetation and prevent erosion.

Children are welcome. We aim for a low allergen environment by keeping the property smoke- and pet-free.

Radiant heat on the first floor for cool Fall days keeps you warm and cozy as you walk around barefoot. The second floor has baseboard heat and warm wood floors.

The cabin is stocked with many brochures, booklets and maps as well as a Maine DeLorme to help you find any activity and location. Cove House is 15 minutes from Ellsworth - the main city of Hancock County. Visit the Ellsworth Chamber of Commerce for more information. Grocery stores, cinema, LL Bean, Reny's, Marden's and other specialty shops, hospital, restaurants, churches, trails, a town marina on the Union River, tennis club, hair and nail salons and therapeutic massages are all available as needed.

In less than thirty minutes you are in beautiful Acadia National Park with its hiking, horseback riding and biking trails. Bar Harbor is 10 minutes from Acadia's entrance, and the other lovely towns of MDI offer famous gardens, vistas, restaurants, and activities for everyone to enjoy.

On Mount Desert Island, go on a whale watch, kayak, ride a bike, ride a horse, hike, climb, relax, take an evening cruise on a schooner and watch the sun set, enjoy classical music performed by visiting renowned musicians, motor in a lobster boat and learn about those delicious crustaceans.

Other areas nearby include beautiful Schoodic Peninsula (part of Acadia National Park) near Winter Harbor and Prospect Harbor. Blue Hill is a few miles west of Ellsworth. Beyond is the bridge over Eggemogin Reach to Deer Isle and Stonington, a charming fishing village with views of islands, lobster boats and kayaks.

Come to the log cabin on Raccoon Cove to read, rest, eat, hike, kayak, explore, shop, sleep and enjoy!

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