East of Acadia is a spacious and sunny cottage sitting on more than 250 feet of coastal shorefront, with views of offshore islands just outside the mouth of Gouldsboro Bay. Nearby whale watches, puffin cruises, lobster tours, and kayak trips, we are 30 minutes from Schoodic Loop Road and 60 minutes from Bar Harbor. We offer a comprehensive digital welcome guide to connect you with the best food, adventures, hiking, swimming, and so much more. Find us on social media as "Maine Coastal Magic".
The space
East of Acadia cottage is the destination for dark sky lovers, cold water swimmers, photographers, hikers and lobster lovers. Our property offers a comfortable home base for your adventures, and a well-outfitted space to return home to after a day of explorations on the "bold coast". We offer a seaside hammock, a small swimming cove, nearby kayak launch, and a screened porch for watching the tide. Rainy day? Have no fear - we provide ideas for nearby enjoyment plus many books, games, and a comfortable sectional sofa with an ocean view.
Expect to drive a bit around here, but along the way you’ll find fabulous lobster rolls, fish & chips, ice cream, endless places to hike and walk, pick blueberries, shop antique stores, or peruse many galleries. A decent selection of restaurants are 30-45 minutes away, or prepare a meal in our well stocked kitchen.
We are attentive hosts that genuinely want you to have the best possible experience, and we work hard to make our cottage welcoming, answer your questions, offer guidance, and share our love of the region with our custom welcome guide available to read on your smartphone or computer. Come find out why we get so many 5 star reviews and you'll soon see why it’s so hard to leave this piece of heaven!!
In summary, East of Acadia features:
✽250 feet of private salt water shoreline
✽Water views from most windows
✽Great base for adventures both east (Canada, Lubec, Cutler) and west (Mount Desert Island, Blue Hill, Stonington)
✽Solo fire pit with LLBean Adirondack chairs
✽East facing view for sunrise and Milky Way views by night
✽Gas grill, lobster cooker, and fully stocked kitchen
✽27” Smart TV to log in to your services
✽One King bed with hybrid memory foam mattress, water view
✽One Queen bed with hybrid memory foam mattress, with sliding door to porch
✽One cozy twin bed in a space great for older kids
✽On request: a full size futon and twin size cot
New in 2026: we are accepting one dog 🐕 per stay, weight limit of 45 pounds, non-shedding breeds only. (Based on the turnover window of 6 hours between guests, since we clean it ourselves, we don’t have enough time to do pet hair removal.) No pet fees, pet contract will be sent for signature after booking.
Guest access
You'll have access to the entire house (aside from 3 locked closets), yard, and a steep ramp to the shore which requires shoes and caution. The swimming cove can be accessed by walking south along the rocky shore.
Our garage, shed, and boat house are off limits for your safety and our privacy. The driveway has parking for 3 vehicles.
Other things to note
You must be at least 25 years old to book this property.
When booking, please provide the names of all adult guests. At least one past Airbnb stay with a positive rating is required, but send an inquiry if you don't have this and we will be happy to discuss whether our place is a good fit for your group.
This home is not suitable for young children due to multiple hazards, e.g, steep stairs, low windows, and nearby shoreline. Contact us to discuss.
We request and appreciate clear communication about your plans, your needs, and any issues that arise during your stay. This enables us to continue our track record of being awesome hosts!
Our cottage is located in an area of the state that has minimal resources. You'll be 40 minutes away from a large town (Ellsworth) with restaurants and grocery stores, 60 minutes from Bar Harbor / Mount Desert Island, and 75 minutes away from the nearest airport (Bangor). There are a few grocery stores, coffee shops and restaurants closer to the cottage (we provide a list of these) but not a wide selection.
IF BOOKING IN MAY, SEPTEMBER, OR OCTOBER: Note that restaurant availability is limited. Please contact host before booking if you have questions or concerns about this and we can provide you with information to assist with your decision. The upside? Fewer tourists, big views, and lots of quiet. Some businesses will wind down their days/hours of operation after Labor Day, but others remain open until mid-late October.
