Buoy Cottage #8 at Explore Acadia Cottages

Experience the epitome of comfort, convenience, and privacy at our newly-crafted Explore Acadia Cottages, perfectly positioned to explore Acadia and Mount Desert Island. Nestled just 5 minutes away from the main entrance of Acadia National Park, and a 10-minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor, our location offers unbeatable access to all that the island has to offer.

Each of our cottages is 612 sq feet, intricately designed to ensure your privacy and comfort. They include a fully equipped kitchen, two cozy bedrooms, a modern bathroom, and an open-plan dining/living area.

Relish the pleasure of outdoor dining on a screened front porch, furnished with a patio table and chairs, that ensures an uninterrupted, bug-free experience. Sip your morning coffee or tea while soaking up the tranquility of the surrounding meadow and forest, keeping an eye out for native wildlife.

Our kitchens are generously stocked with a dishwasher, pots & pans, bakeware, a coffee maker, toaster, wine glasses, and locally roasted coffee ensuring a cozy, home-like feel.

Bedroom 1 features a queen bed furnished with a plush, new mattress and premium quality linens. Bedroom 2 houses a twin over full bunk bed, also fitted with new mattresses and high-end linens.

Our top-of-the-line amenities include:
• Full-Size Washer & Dryer
• High-Efficiency Heat Pump for ideal climate control
• Noise makers and fans for sleeping comfort
• Outdoor Propane Weber Grill for BBQ enthusiasts
• A selection of Games/Puzzles and a collection of books/maps of Acadia National Park
• 50` Smart TV for your entertainment
• A Communal Fire Pit
• An exclusive wooded walking trail leading directly to Hadley Point Beach from campus

As the sun sets, gather around the communal fire pit to share stories of your day`s expedition. For those longing for the ocean`s allure, a scenic trail leads you to the tranquil Hadley Point Beach, just a 15-minute walk or a minute`s drive away. The beach is a spectacular location to watch the sunrise or sunset.

Dive into the details of our campus via our website for a further preview.

Stay with us at Explore Acadia Cottages and make unforgettable memories!
Quiet Hours: 10pm - 8am to ensure a peaceful environment for all guests.

Trash/Recycling: Please place all trash in sealed bags and dispose in dumpster. Bottles/Cans are recycled and can be put in the recycling containers next to the dumpster.

Bathrooms: Please do not flush ANYTHING except toilet paper. Hygiene products, wipes, dental floss and diapers should be placed in the garbage.

BBQ Grill: There is a propane grill. Please clean the grill after each use and put the cover back on after it has cooled.

Fire Pit: There is a community fire pit located by the office. Compliementary wood is provided along with fire starting supplies.

Lobsters: Please do NOT cook lobsters inside any house. We will provide you an outdoor cooker, pot and all the supplies you`ll need to cook lobsters. Just let us know and we`ll drop off the supplies for you.

Enjoy and relax :)

As a guest of this cabin, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Bar Harbor cabin is smoke free.