Bass Harbor Oceanfront Retreat, fireplace fence, high speed, in Bernard

Situated on the ocean, overlooking Bass Harbor's comings and goings of the local lobstermen and yachtsmen, this historic village offers Thurston's famous restaurant ,that you can walk to in 3 minutes, a quaint village and private beach. This harbor is famous on Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park, for being the most photograped and painted working harbors in Maine. The famous Bass Harbor lighthouse is only 5 minutes away. Bar Harbor is a 15 min drive to the other side of the island. Kayak right from this oceanfront home, with steps to your private pebble beach or just relax on the many decks and enjoy the view.  Dogs are allowed.

This fantastic oceanfront home offers beautiful views of Cadillac Mountain and the working harbor all day. Photograph the many artists and photographers coming to this spot to capture Maine's beauty.If you have to work, this home offers high speed and a fax and copier.

This is a great find in America's favorite coastal Maine destination. The home offers a fireplace, a great place to read, windows overlooking the harbor from the living room, or take a walk through the fishing village. Charming architectural details, attractive furnishings, a fenced in yard, and lovely flowers make this a wonderful spot for your stay.

Kayaks on site are offered- weekly rentals only (this is extra cost)
An easel are on site, for the active and artistic ones.
An office area overlooks the harbor and is equipped with high speed internet, DSL, and fax machine, for those who need to stay in touch. Note, this home is one of the few on the island with high speed and fax, as well as cell phones do work here, for Verizon, and Sprint. Tired of those rentals where you cannot even call out? Then this is the home for you.

This home is within 3 minutes of Acadia National Park where you can enjoy biking, hiking, running, kayaking, or mountain climbing on the extensive trail system of over 55 miles. Or just kayak from the home. Spend your week enjoying nature by day and curling up to the fireplace at night.

Please check availability calendar first, it is updated. Thanks

Fireplace, high speed, trash pick up at home, (one of 2 on the island)easel , fax, fenced in yard, private, rock beach, gate to ocean.
Gardens & Fenced in yard for younger people & dogs, fence goes to private beach with steps down
Steps to the Ocean, Private launch for shell hunting or kayaking
Linens & Towels included & small soaps included.., haridryers on site.
Basic Soaps- dishwasher soap and washer detergent included..
Washer / Dryer
Full Kitchen with Dishwasher, Ref w/Ice maker, filtered water, coffee maker, stove, microwave, coffee grinder, blender, all pots & pans, lobster pots & amenities.
Propane Grill
Decks with Lounge furniture
Office area w/ fax, copier, DSL internet service-high speed
TV w/ cable
King Bed- deep pillow w/linens
4- Twin Beds - deep pillow w/linens
Ceiling Fans all rooms
Wood Floors
In village, walk to famous Thurston's rest
Seal watching (from the living room windows, he follows the lobster boats in each day!)

Kayak from your front door
Walk the infamous village and along the coast in town,
Walk to our other private beach, or just walk down the steps from the home.
Bike to the lighthouse- Bass Harbor
Seal Watch- from the yard

Artist lessons offered in Bernard, walk to the artist..

Bird Watch
Running - Acadia Natl Park, over 50 miles of carriage trails, 1 minute away - 10 minutes depending on which entry you want..
Hiking- Acadia Natl Park- all over, great trails
Jordan Pond Popovers, Bar Harbor shopping
Library- 2 minute walk in Bernard
Antiques / Shops- 2 shops in Bernard- 1-2 minute walk in town
Restaurants- 2 minute walk in town
Post Office- 3 minute walk in Bernard

Spring 2012- May 1st - June 15th 2012- weekly only, $2500 a week- booked, we are taking wait lists

Summer 2012- June 15th - September 7th 2012- weekly only- $3500 a week, saturday to saturday

Fall 2011: September 3rd - Nov 1st 2011 - weekly only- $2500 a week..booked, we are selling out earlierr each year..

note weekly only due to local zoning ordinances, call for Holiday rates

all rates include cleaning, and all amenities listed above

Dog Fee is: $50 per dog
Damage deposit for home is $500
Add 10% tax, linens are included.

Note: all homes on this island are weekly only due to laws established on the island, you can stay for less days, however you will be charged for one week.