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Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore

Apartment near Acadia National Park in Bernard

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Property grounds
Dining
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 4375 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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West Tremont, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bernard

Seaside stay .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Acadia National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Seal Cove Pond with a stay here. Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 37 min drive - 22.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Thurston's Lobster Pound - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore


Along with my husband and family, I invite you to share the beauty of our home and cottages on Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park.

We are located in the coastal village of West Tremont, on the western side of Mount Desert Island. You can get to the parts of the park within 10 minutes and to Bar Harbor in about 30 minutes.

The Aldernest Cottage is adjoining our home overlooking Blue Hill Bay. The rocky shore front of Maine is just a short walk across the lawn. You can have your coffee in the morning sitting on the rocks while you enjoy our private, peaceful setting. In the evening you will enjoy the beautiful sunsets that will probably take your breath away.

The Aldernest Loft (upstairs apartment) has two carpeted bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with two twins. There is a dining room/living room area, fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a washer/dryer.

You will find our rates competitive and the setting incomparable. Please come, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of our location while you are visiting Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park.

Additional Details:
Wifi using 200 Mbs Spectrum Cable Modem Connection
High definition television with Roku
Heat and air conditioning provided with reverse cycle heat pump.
Parking for two cars next to the fence

Please Remember:
1) Our Cottage is Pet Free. We have found that many returning tenants are allergic to pets so this is a "firm policy", no exceptions, please.
2) We can accommodate four people comfortably with two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with two twins. We do count children, including infants as part of the occupancy. No exceptions, please.
3) Our Cottage is Smoke Free. No smoking allowed on the premises.




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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 375 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore to the airport?

This apartment is 17.1 mi (29-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore to the beach?

This apartment is 7.1 mi (13-min drive) from Echo Lake Beach and 14 mi (65-min drive) from Spindle Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore to downtown Bernard?

This apartment is 0.9 mi away from Bernard.

Reviews

Aldernest Loft - Acadia Park/Mount Desert Island -walk across lawn down to shore Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wilson S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was clean, cozy, and perfectly located for exploring the area. The host was very communicative and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Urszula C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute MDI retreat

Cute space that is well kept and a nice retreat after crowds at the park or in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A perfect spot! Immaculate, comfortable and convenient to the Park. Kathy and Jay were terrific hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet!

Great, safe, and quiet retreat. Hosts were very accommodating and responded quickly to any need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

cottage stay

nice setting, convenient location,
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lukas M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable family vacation in Acadia National Park

We truly enjoyed our vacation in Aldernest Loft. The place is very clean, close to the shore, and great for nice walks in the neighborhood. We also enjoyed swimming in the nearby lake , which is also suitable for small children. Nice restaurants and bistros were also within reach as we drove to the Acadia National Park. We liked the variety of trails available, of different difficulty grades. We also appreciated Kathleen's kind care.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justine B., Philadelphia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little getaway spot in Maine

We loved our stay in Tremont in the cozy top floor of the property. The house was squeaky clean and welcoming, and we also took advantage of being a short walk away from the beautiful coastline (sunset was exquisite!) It was a bit of a drive over to Acadia and Bar Harbor but we appreciated being away from all the crazy tourism and found some really good restaurants and quiet shore walks closer to our area. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S. S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation spot August 2021

Nice bungalow. We stayed in the lofted area on the second story of the house & did have guests below us. There were about 14 stairs to climb up to the apartment. Quaint set up. We ate breakfast in AM & packed lunch, & had access to kitchen supplies to make our dinner meals. It was about 30 min to get to Acadia National Park from our location. Setting was quiet & had a short walk to a rocky beach area, but mosquitoes were prominent as soon as you walked out the door. Shower access is a small 2x2 stall, but doable. Access to laundry facilities in our bathroom which was nice to take care of some loads before we came back home. No AC, but fans available & cross breeze was nice with windows open. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, cozy cottage loft a short walk to the shore

We really enjoyed our stay and would consider staying here again. Kathleen was very helpful and seemed very responsive to making peoples’ stay enjoyable. The place was very clean when we arrived. The space was efficiently organized for comfortable living. We really enjoyed and made good use of the stackable washer and dryer. The mosquitoes around the cottage and on the short walk to the beach kept us from using the Adirondack chairs and the charcoal grill outside the cottage. Would recommend getting a lobster roll at Archie’s down the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G., Wilbraham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week!

Our plan was to spend the week exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor, (which we did, only 1/2 hour drive away!) but because we stayed in this cute little loft we also spent time in Southwest Harbor where there are nice shops and restaurants, that along with restful quiet nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely cozy nest by the shore

Kathy and Jay were very helpful and accessible. The beds were incredibly comfortable. Internet was excellent for the three weeks we stayed. Both grownups were working fulltime and Zooming all day long and had few WiFi glitches considering the poor WiFi in other areas near by. This place is small, but it was plenty big enough and very comfortable for our family of four. A private shore is a 3 minute walk away. We loved our stay at Aldernest and recommend it highly to others!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute but not cozy

I was looking for a quiet area to relax. The area is definitely quiet, but the furnishings were not comfortable. There were no headboards on any of the beds. I needed more pillows too. There was no couch/sofa, just 2 wicker chairs. I could have used an ottoman at least to put my feet up. The table benches were a little rickety and moved every time my husband got up. These are things that you can see in the images, so I’ve learned a lesson about paying more attention and realizing what I need as far as creature comforts. There were no curtains on any of the windows and they are definitely needed in the bedrooms as it starts to get light at 4am! The kitchen was very nice. We had a nice view of the sunset from the windows. Very nice to have washer and dryer too. No water views from the loft, you have to walk across the property but it is beautiful when you get there. Another couple was in the downstairs unit and we could hear them talking all evening. I imagine they could hear us too. But I guess that’s anywhere. It’s a cute loft in great condition but did not provide the comfort I expected for the price point.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall Great Stay

We had a lovely experience at Kathleen’s loft cottage. It’s super close to Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and not far from the bulk of Acadia National Park. The cottage is just a short walk to the coast as well. Kathleen was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

sharon b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

The apartment was immaculate and very comfortable. The kitchen had all of the essentials to make full meals. We made our breakfasts and lunches and then bought carryout for dinners. We found a couple of excellent restaurants in SW Harbor as well as a delicious bakery that also had wonderful pizza. There was a path down to a small rocky beach that was fun to explore. Good hiking within minutes in the quiet part of Acadia NP which was helpful during the more crowded weekend days. Kathleen was easy to communicate with during the whole process.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A mellow getaway

The moment I arrived I knew I chose the perfect spot! The loft was cozy and inviting and the perfect size for 2 people. The kitchen was small but equipped with adequate utensils and pans. The bedrooms were clean and cozy. A bonus was the washer/dryer in the bathroom. It was such a lovely cute space. My host, Kathleen, was helpful and most welcoming, giving me a tour of the property and the way to the water. Coffee in the morning on the ocean was very special. The easy vibe of this quiet location made my trip to Maine memorable.

8/10 Good

Marjanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aldernest loft

Great location. Helpful and responsive hosts. Adequate facilities. Great and covenient to have laundry on site. Kitchen lacked some things I consider basic. Only one small skillet, no griddle or larger frying pan. No vegetable peeler or small knife. Only small and very large pans. No salt or pepper.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

Sunny, clean Maine-style cottage apartment in a beautiful setting...this was the perfect getaway for us! Hosts Kathy and Jay are delightful people. We hope to come back!

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cottage by the water

Our family really enjoyed staying here. Being able to walk to the water in the morning and nights was great. The house had everything we needed, and we really appreciated having the washer and dryer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019