Acadia Trailside Retreat
A renovated six-bedroom home in Seal Harbor, Maine, on Mount Desert Island, just 0.2 miles from the carriage roads of Acadia National Park and a 15-minute walk from Seal Harbor Beach.
- 6bedrooms
- 21guests
- 4.5baths
- Game roomand home gym
“My multigenerational family just completed a weeklong stay at this beautiful home. … The location was perfect, close to everything we wanted to do, in Acadia and Bar Harbor, but still peaceful and private.”
A Big House for Groups, at the Quiet Edge of Acadia National Park
Renovated in 2026, the house gives a large group room to spread out and good places to gather: two living rooms at opposite ends of the main floor, two dining tables and a kitchen bar that seat 19, an outdoor table for 8 more, and a kitchen stocked for real cooking.
Spend the day on the carriage roads of Acadia National Park or walk 15 minutes to sandy Seal Harbor Beach, then come back to a game room, a gym, a deck with a fire table and a wood fire pit in the backyard. Bar Harbor is 13 minutes away by car when you want a night out.
- Address
- 41 Jordan Pond Road, Seal Harbor, Maine
- Sleeps
- Up to 21: 19 in 6 bedrooms plus 2 on a living-room pull-out, with 4.5 baths
- Check-in and out
- Self check-in after 4 pm, check-out 10 am
- Nearby
- Carriage roads 0.2 mi, Seal Harbor Beach a 15-minute walk
- Good to know
- One dog welcome ($300 fee), A/C, free laundry, gigabit wifi, Tesla charger
- Parking
- Room for 8 cars: 2 in the garage (one with a Tesla charger), 2 behind the garage and 4 in the driveway
Kitchen and Dining
Two sinks, a wall oven with a microwave above, a walk-in pantry with a second refrigerator, and a coffee bar with a Nespresso machine, drip coffee maker and wine fridge. Two dining tables seat 10 and 6, with 3 more seats at the kitchen bar. From late April through October, the deck’s outdoor dining table seats 8 more.
- Dishwasher, microwave, toaster
- Air fryer and crockpot
- Lobster pot for a lobster boil at home
- Ground coffee, tea, olive oil, salt and pepper
Living and Comfort
Two separate living rooms, each with its own smart TV, so the group can split up or spread out. A pull-out couch is in the downstairs living room.
- Smart TVs with Roku (sign into your own apps; no cable)
- Mini-split and window A/C, plus heat
- Washer and dryer, detergent provided
- Tesla charger in the garage
- Desk and printer in the downstairs primary suite
Six Bedrooms for 19, Plus a Pull-Out for 2
Two king suites, one on each floor, two queen rooms, and two bunk rooms that suit kids or extra guests. Pull-out couches add room for three more.
Every room has bed linens, extra pillows and blankets, room-darkening shades and hangers.
Main Floor
| Room | Beds | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|
| Downstairs primary suite | King bed and a pull-out couch for one. En suite bathroom with soaking tub, desk and printer, TV, window A/C | 3 guests |
| Living room | Pull-out couch | 2 guests |
Second Floor
| Room | Beds | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|
| Upstairs primary suite | King bed and two twin beds under the dormers. Mini-split A/C, attached bathroom with a new shower | 4 guests |
| Queen room | Queen bed | 2 guests |
| Second queen room | Queen bed | 2 guests |
| Bunk room | Twin-over-full bunk bed with a trundle | 4 guests |
| Second bunk room | Twin-over-full bunk bed with a trundle | 4 guests |
4 full bathrooms and 1 half bath. The downstairs primary suite’s bath has a soaking tub, the upstairs primary suite’s attached bath has a new shower, there’s a full bath off the upstairs hallway, and a new full bathroom serves the basement game room and gym. A half bath is off the kitchen and dining area. All have hair dryers and travel-size toiletries.
A Game Room and Gym for Rainy Days and Early Mornings
The finished basement holds an arcade-style game room, a full home gym next door, and a new full bathroom.
Game Room
- PlayStation 5 with two controllers
- NBA Jam arcade machine
- Golden Tee 3D golf arcade machine
- Two-player Pop-A-Shot
- Table tennis
- Shuffleboard
- Foosball
- Ring toss and a lounge with a TV
- Board games and puzzles
Home Gym
- Treadmill
- Stationary bike
- Rowing machine
- Free weights and bench
- Box jumps
- Yoga mats and a TV
Evenings Outside
A deck with a propane fire table and grill, outdoor dining for eight, a wood fire pit and cornhole on the lawn, and a balcony telescope for Acadia’s dark skies.
The propane fire table stays out all year. The rest of the outdoor furniture is set out from late April through the end of October.
Acadia Starts Just Up the Road
Seal Harbor sits on the quiet south side of Mount Desert Island. The Park Loop Road entrance on Jordan Pond Road is about a minute’s drive from the house.
- Carriage-Road Trailhead0.2 mi
- Park Loop Road Entrance1 min drive, about 10 min walk
- Seal Harbor Beach2 min drive, 15 min walk
- Downtown Bar Harbor13 min drive
Walk to Jordan Pond House, ride up Day Mountain, climb Pemetic, or drive a minute to the Park Loop Road.
See what’s a walk from the house Seal Harbor’s story And what’s a short drive
Photos
Shared Spaces
Bedrooms and Baths
Game Room and Gym
Outdoors and Location
Every Season
Summer beach days and fireworks, fall color on the carriage roads, a plowed driveway and ski trails in winter, waterfalls in spring, and a game room and gym whatever the weather.
By Season
SummerBeach days, harbor paddles, popovers at Jordan Pond House and fireworks over Frenchman Bay.
FallFall color on the carriage roads and long evenings at the fire table.
WinterPlowed driveway, a warm house, and carriage roads for skiing and snowshoeing when there’s snow.
SpringWaterfalls running with snowmelt, spring birds, and the Park Loop Road by bike before it opens to cars.
Meet Your Host
Jen runs Acadia Vacation Rentals, a small company that looks after a handful of well-kept homes on Mount Desert Island, including this one.
Acadia Vacation Rentals focuses on keeping each home comfortable, clean and ready for groups exploring Acadia National Park. Jen is quick to answer questions before and during your stay, and aims to make check-in, check-out and everything in between as easy as possible.
Before real estate, Jen studied engineering at Penn State and spent ten years as a chemical engineer. She has worked in real estate full time for 13 years.
Guests also get access to Jen’s digital guidebooks, with helpful advice for visiting the highlights of the Acadia region and insider tips on some of its lesser-known gems.
- Superhost on Airbnb
- 3 years hosting on Airbnb
- Usually replies within an hour
What Guests Say
From guests who stayed through Airbnb and VRBO.
“The house was perfect for our big group! Had everything we needed and more. Loved the location. Walking to Jordan pond, take the seaside path instead of carriage road as it’s way faster. Downstairs game room was great for the kids (and adults) :) Very quiet. Enjoyed the deck with firepit. Would definitely stay again!!!”
“My multigenerational family just completed a weeklong stay at this beautiful home. … The location was perfect, close to everything we wanted to do, in Acadia and Bar Harbor, but still peaceful and private. The house was updated, clean, and had plenty of space for our large group. The first floor master suite was perfect for my elderly parents. The game room downstairs was a big hit with everyone. … None of us wanted to leave, and all of us would happily return.”
“…we loved the gorgeous home in the beautiful and peaceful location! This was the perfect sized home for our family to enjoy for our 4 days in Maine. We were close enough to bar harbor and the entry points to Acadia national park. It felt like the perfect place to be!”
“Thank you the house was the best we ever stayed well equipped and more than enough room for all”
“Great location.. walkable to the park and to seal harbor. Nice beds and plenty of space / activities for a large family.”
“Great house and layout for a larger group. Very quiet neighborhood.”
“Beautiful house and great location. Nice and quite neighborhood and easy drive to the park and restaurants. We recommend Abels. Would go back.”
Check Availability
Pick your dates to see live availability and the full price, including fees and taxes. Book instantly, or send an inquiry if you have questions first.
Questions first? Call or text Jen at 207-801-8661 or email youracadiavacation@gmail.com.
Every booking includes Jen’s digital guidebooks, with advice on the Acadia region’s highlights and insider tips on lesser-known gems.
Availability Calendar
Questions
How many people does the house sleep?
Up to 21 guests: 19 in six bedrooms and 2 on the living room pull-out couch. There are 4 full bathrooms and 1 half bath. See the bedroom list for the exact beds in each room.
How close is Acadia National Park?
About 0.2 miles to a carriage-road trailhead, and about a 1-minute drive or 10-minute walk to the Park Loop Road entrance on Jordan Pond Road.
How far is Seal Harbor Beach?
About a 15-minute walk or a 2-minute drive. It’s a sandy village beach, and beach towels are in the house.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Self check-in is after 4 pm. Check-out is at 10 am.
Can we bring our dog?
Yes. One dog is welcome, with a $300 dog fee. Tell us about your dog when you request dates, and we’ll share the details for your stay.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes. Mini-splits cool the living room, basement, upstairs hallway and the upstairs primary suite, and the downstairs primary suite has a window unit. There’s heat throughout.
What’s provided?
Bed linens, bath and beach towels, hair dryers, travel-size toiletries, laundry detergent, coffee and tea basics, and cooking staples like olive oil, salt and pepper.
Is there EV charging?
Yes. There’s a Tesla charger in the garage.
How do we book?
Pick your dates in the booking section to see live availability and the full quote, including fees and taxes. You can book instantly, or send an inquiry if you have questions first.
Where do we park?
There’s room for 8 cars: two spaces in the garage, one with a Tesla charger, two spaces behind the garage, and four in the driveway.
Do you provide a local guide?
Yes. Guests get access to Jen’s digital guidebooks, with advice on visiting the highlights of the Acadia region and insider tips on lesser-known gems.
Is there wifi and TV?
Yes. The wifi is gigabit service: a speed test at the house measured about 1,000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. The TVs are smart TVs with Roku, so you can sign into your own streaming apps. There’s no cable.
Can we stay in winter?
Yes. The driveway is plowed, the house is heated, and the propane fire table stays out all year. Most of the Park Loop Road closes to cars from December 1 to April 14, but Jordan Pond Road stays open. See winter at the house.
What are the house rules?
No parties or events, no smoking or vaping, and quiet hours from 10 pm to 7 am.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel more than 60 days before arrival for a full refund, minus card processing fees. Cancel 30 to 60 days before arrival for a 50% refund, minus card processing fees. The full terms for your dates are shown before you pay.
Why book direct?
You deal with us from the first message to check-out, and you can ask anything before you commit.
Contact
- Call or text
- 207-801-8661
- Address
- 41 Jordan Pond Road
Seal Harbor, ME 04675
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