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Unique Nature Inspired New Home Next to Lake in Acadia Park in Bar Harbor

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  • bedrooms 4
  • baths 2
  • sleeps 8
  • pool no
  • hot tub yes
  • pets allowed no
  • type House
  • community
  • rates (USD) $ 800 - $ 3,450 / week

vacation rental description

 

Built in 2004, the Fern Way home is a delightful blend of modern convenience and rustic style.  Designed by a local architect to integrate with the beautiful natural setting of Mount Desert Island, at every turn Fern Way celebrates the natural world. 

 

A gently curving driveway through the woods leads to the quiet 4.5 acres that surrounds Fern Way. The attractive exterior is Adirondack style live edge siding, complemented by cedar posts supporting an entry porch overlooking the large lawn.  Entering the house, two French doors lead you into a large open floor plan allowing for ease and comfort of a large group or family gathering.

 

Classic post and beam details include a stunning custom banister in maple and a soaring two story stonewall that defines the sunny living area.  The large kitchen is ideal for preparing family meals with ample counter space, appliances and gadgets.  A screened porch with dining table and futon couch is the perfect spot to start your day with coffee and end it with sunsets through the trees.  The basement includes a home gym with top of the line Bowflex weight machine, Sole elliptical trainer, yoga mat and props, exercise bike and Nordic ski machine. 

 

The large master bedroom with a king bed is located upstairs as well as a bedroom with a double bed, a bedroom with two twin beds, and a full bathroom complete with a two-person jetted tub to helps ease tired muscles after a fun filled day exploring Acadia.  Downstairs is a bedroom with a double bed, a bathroom with shower, and the screened porch with a new futon, which can be used as an extra bedroom or by those wishing to sleep in the fresh air of the Maine woods. 

 

Located in the heart of Mount Desert Island, Fern Way is no more than 10 min from all attractions including the secluded hidden treasures on the “quiet side” of Acadia National Park.  From Bar Harbor and the breathtaking Park Loop Rd to Bass Harbor and its famous lighthouse, you’ll spend more time exploring the wonders of this lovely island and less time getting there.  Best of all, it is a short 5 min walk to Long Pond, the largest lake on the island where there is a picnic area, swimming beach, and canoe/kayak rental. Nearby are several other treasures of Mount Desert Island including the Beech Mt. hiking area, Beech Hill organic farm stand, and the village of Somesville and Somes Harbor where you can access the free island wide shuttle bus. 

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Last modified on 05-20-2013 at 8:52 AM.

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Jennifer Wales (207) 244-0066

house rental amenities

Satellite TV/VCR/DVD
Stereo/CD player
Wi-Fi
Unlimited domestic long distance phone
Gas Grill
Washer/Dryer
Fully equipped kitchen
Linens provided

 

Home gym including top of the line Bowflex weight machine, Sole elliptical trainer, yoga mat and props, exercise bike and Nordic ski machine.  

 

 

activities and attractions in Bar Harbor Maine

Mountain Sea Properties- Personalized vacation planning and property rentals with a community conscience, the best of both worlds.  

 

Mountain Sea Properties invites you to enjoy the beauty of Mount Desert Island, Maine in the comfort of one of our homes. We know from our own experience managing family vacations that it can be quite a job.  A little local knowledge and some extra help can make your vacation more enjoyable and hassle free. We offer a number of vacation planning services to our tenants including local information and recommendations, catering, massage therapy and house keeping.  

 

Mountain Sea Properties recognizes the unique value in spending quality time with loved ones surrounded by beauty.  Each year, we donate a portion of our proceeds to local organizations that are committed to sustaining the beauty and well being of the Mount Desert Island area.

vacation rental rates

May- $800 per week, inquire about stays shorter than one week
June- $1900 weekly
July- $3150 weekly
Aug- $3450 weekly
Sept/Oct- $1800 per week, inquire about stays shorter than one week.


Discounts for multiple weeks or multiple houses.  


The following is our rental process:


Step 1: The phone call
Give us a call regarding the house you are interested in. We will check availability,
answer any questions you might have, make sure the house is a good fit for your needs. To hold the reservation, we will need a credit card number.


Step 2: The lease
We will send you a lease and tenant information form. You will return these with a
security deposit, and first rental deposit. Once received, we will send you a reservation
letter and copy of your signed lease.


Step 3: Final confirmation
Thirty days before your arrival, your second rental deposit is due. Once received, we
will send you a final confirmation letter including a map with directions to the house and key location.


Step 4: Security deposit returned
Within two weeks following the end of your rental, we will send you your security deposit (minus any charges for damage, outstanding bills, excessive cleaning) and a quality survey form.


Cancellation policy:
Should the Lessee be unable to occupy the premises for any reason, except the fault
of the Lessor, the Lessor will keep all payments and the Lessee will be liable for the
remainder of the rent due. If the Lessor is able to rent the premises for the same period of time covered by the lease to another tenant, Lessee with be refunded payments less a 15% of rental cost booking fee.

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traveler reviews for this bar harbor house rental

Great house and location, highly recommended

J,L,&M (Cleveland, OH)
Review submitted: August 2, 2009   Date of arrival: June 13, 2009

Our family stayed here in June 2009, and based on our experience, would recommend for anyone looking for a great vacation home.

The property is new, very well maintained, clean, and as described. In fact, the photos do not quite do justice to our favorite features including an excellent kitchen and a screened-in porch with a quiet, serene view of the surrounding woods.

The location is convenient to access both the park and nearby activities like Long Pond and Beech Mountain.

The owners were terrific to work with and helped with many great tips and advice before and during our stay. They also provide loads of current local information, organized in a big file box with maps, brochures, menus, etc. The small library of books was handy as well - covering everything from bird watching to sea kayaking and hiking guides.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

Helpful votes: 6 / 6

 

Wonderful House in Mount Desert Island

Erica T. ()
Review submitted: June 29, 2012   Date of arrival: May 26, 2012

My family (1 toddler, 2 adults) recently stayed at Fern Way and couldn't have been more pleased with the stay. We would recommend for anyone looking for a great vacation home.

The property is new, very well maintained, clean and has an amazing view of the woods. Pictures do not do this house justice.

Fern Way was equipped with everything a family with young children would need. We loved knowing we didn't need to bring anything for our child. Toys, cups, more toys, pack and play etc. We loved knowing we could eat breakfast lunch and dinner at home and enjoy the scenery of Fern Way or drive a couple of miles into town and enjoy Bar Harbor.

Fern Way had everything and anything we would need for a stay. Fresh towels, blankets, cooking utensils, BBQ pit, comfortable bed, TV, etc.

Fern Way was tucked away from the city of Bar Harbor but close enough for us to visit every day. The location is so peaceful especially coming from the busy life in Houston.

My daughter loved the Long pond which was at the end of the road. It was perfect for kayaking, canoeing, or my daughter's favorite, just throwing rocks in the water.

We hiked mountains, visited parks, played on the beaches, and enjoyed a little bit of all New England weather (It was hot, cold, raining, and cold again!)

The owners were terrific to work with and helped with many great tips and advice before and during our stay. Jen even had blueberry jam for my daughter which she loved!

Definitely recommend this vacation rental to anyone wanting to get away and enjoy the scenery of MDI in a wonderful comfortable enjoyable house.



Erica, Dylan, and Olivia (Houston, Texas)

Owners response: Erica and Dylan,
It was certainly a pleasure to met your family and I’m delighted that Olivia had such a good time. My kids still love to head down to Long Pond and toss rocks into the water (and feed the ducks and swim at the beach and go kayaking and have a picnic and watch the stars…) Your review truly touches on all the most advantageous aspects of Fern Way as a rental property. The location is so private and quite and yet really close to all the areas of the National Park and various towns on Mount Desert Island. We have attempted to set up the house with all the amenities and supplies that one could need on a vacation. And finally with our vacation services, lists of recommendations, and guides, the house binder full of local menus, brochures and maps, and of course being available to give any particular advice anyone might be looking for, we hope to have made available any helpful information we could. I’m delighted that Fern Way was a successful rental property for you and we certainly hope to see you again in the future. Thank you for such a kind review. Jen and Adam Wales, Mountain Sea Properties

Helpful votes: 0 / 0

 

BEAUTIFUL SERENE/SECLUDED GETAWAY

Craig A. ()
Review submitted: June 20, 2012   Date of arrival: May 18, 2012

This was our sixth time to Mount Desert Island for vacation in the last 15 years.
The house was awesome, spacious,very quiet other then the noise we made.
So nice to come back to after being at Acadia or Bar Harbor during the day. Nice just to relax, read, take a nap before going out on the town for dinner. Very well located to all attractions. Jen and her husband were very accomodating and a wealth of information if there were questions. We even went out on the pond in a Canoe one day and took our lunch (pond is in walking distance). I loved sitting out on the screened porch with coffee early in the morning and listen to all the birds and sounds coming from the woods around us. I would highly recommend this property to anyone who really wants to relax and truly be on vacation.I have already passed the property details to friends who have asked me where we stayed. Thank you so much for everything.

Craig, Christine, and Emily Adams (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)

Owners response: Craig, Christine and Emily-
Thank you so much for your kind words. I too just love the screened in porch, it's my favorite room in the whole house (which is why we put a futon couch out there in addition to the dinning table- sleeping out there is just fantastic!). I’m really glad you enjoyed Fern Way so much. What you touch upon, the quite and privacy yet convenient location to all areas on Mount Desert Island (best of all being Long Pond) is just what we wanted to create when we designed and built the house in that location. I certainly hope we’ll be a stop for you on your future trips up to Acadia; it was a pleasure to meet your family. All our best, Jen and Adam Wales

Helpful votes: 0 / 0

 

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