Acadia Park 5 Min~Hot Tub~Theater~Game Room~Historic Home~Dogs welcome | House in Mount Desert
5 Bedroom House in Somesville, Mount Desert
✔ This Historic Home Was The Island's General Store & Butcher Shop, Dating Back To 1856
✔ 5 min to Acadia National Park
✔ Somes Sound Brook In Your Backyard
✔ 7-Person Hot Tub Under String Lights
✔ Kayaking & Swimming In Somes Sound, Long Pond & Echo Lake
✔ Fire Pit, Grill, & Lobster Pot
✔ Game Room with AirHockey, ShuffleBoard, & a SMART TV
✔ Theater With Real Reclining Theater Seats & Movie Candy Provided
✔ Bring Your Dogs (w/ fee)
✔ Air Conditioning, Fast Wifi, Washer/Dryer
Historic 1856 Retreat with Theater Room, Hot Tub & Steps to Acadia National Park
This isn't just a vacation rental—it's a piece of Maine history.
Built in 1856 and once home to Mount Desert's original general store and butcher shop, this meticulously restored property on Main Street blends authentic historic character with modern comforts for an experience you won't find anywhere else.
Sleep among preserved store counters and vintage safes, soak in the hot tub overlooking Somes Sound inlet, watch movies in your private theater, and explore Acadia National Park just moments from your door.
WHAT MAKES THIS HOME SPECIAL
✔ Historic 1856 building with original general store & butcher shop preserved
✔ Private theater room with 6 leather recliners & surround sound
✔ Game room with air hockey, 9-foot shuffleboard & 70" Smart TV
✔ 7-person hot tub overlooking the stream and historic fish ladder
✔ Minutes to Acadia National Park, Jordan Pond & Cadillac Mountain
✔ Sleeps up to 14 in uniquely historic spaces
THE SPACE
The original general store and butcher shop have been transformed into spaces you'll never forget.
The game room preserves historic details while hosting full-size air hockey, 9-foot shuffleboard, a comfortable sectional, and a 70" Smart TV for streaming.
Next door, your private theater room features six leather recliners, big-screen viewing with surround sound, and complimentary movie candy—because every great movie needs snacks.
Outside, your backyard borders the inlet of Somes Sound with the historic fish ladder just steps away.
Sink into the 7-person hot tub under the stars with the sound of flowing water nearby, lounge on the daybed overlooking the stream, gather around the fire pit for s'mores and stories, or fire up the propane grill and lobster pot for a classic Maine feast at the outdoor dining table.
Inside, the fully equipped kitchen handles everything from quick breakfasts to big lobster dinners with modern appliances, ample counter space, and gadgets like an Instant Pot and crock pot.
The open living and dining area brings everyone together with comfortable leather seating, a Smart TV, and a dining table that seats the whole crew.
Large windows flood the space with natural light and connect you to the historic charm all around.
WHERE EVERYONE SLEEPS
2 king suites with private en-suite bathrooms, brand-new mattresses, 50" Smart TVs
1 main-floor queen bedroom with 50" Smart TV
1 twin bedroom with 2 twin beds, 50" Smart TV
Historic General Store Room: 3 king beds set among preserved original features including the old store counter and safe—a guest favorite and truly unforgettable experience
Four full bathrooms throughout: main-floor tub/shower combo, upper-floor walk-in shower, lower-level walk-in shower, and lower-level king suite with clawfoot soaking tub.
Linens & shower soaps provided throughout
GOOD TO KNOW
✔ Pack 'n Play and high chair provided
✔ Washer and dryer in-unit
✔ Central A/C and heat
✔ All linens, towels, and toiletries provided
✔ Minutes to Acadia National Park, Jordan Pond, Cadillac Mountain & Somes Sound
✔ Easy access to Bar Harbor dining, shopping & coastal adventures
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THIS HISTORIC HOME
This property was built in 1856 and lovingly preserved. You'll find original elements like steep stairs, uneven floors, and imperfect paint—these are part of the home's authentic character and charm.
If you're looking for a modern, cookie-cutter rental, this isn't it.
If you want a one-of-a-kind historic experience with stories in every room, you've found your place.
BOOK YOUR ESCAPE
This is the kind of place that becomes the story you tell for years—where you slept in a 168-year-old general store, soaked in a hot tub beside a historic fish ladder, and hiked Acadia by day before movie nights in your private theater.
If you want history, adventure, and an experience unlike any other, this is it.
Availability fills fast—check your dates now.
Doug & Rose
Waves & Wilderness
Acadia Park 5 Min~Hot Tub~Theater~Game Room~Historic Home~Dogs welcome is located in Somesville. Acadia Park 5 Min~Hot Tub~Theater~Game Room~Historic Home~Dogs welcome provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Parking, Pet Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Parking, Pet Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Acadia Park 5 Min~Hot Tub~Theater~Game Room~Historic Home~Dogs welcome has 5 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Somesville has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Somesville, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Hair dryer
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Bathtub or shower
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Towels provided
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Toilet paper
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Soap
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Shampoo
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4 bathrooms
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5 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Oven
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Dishwasher
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Toaster
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Coffee/tea maker
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Lobster/crab pot
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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1 total pets
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Welcoming dogs only
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Handrails in stairways
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No elevators
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Area rugs in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoke-free property
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Smart TV
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Books
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Arcade/game room
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Games
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Near the bay
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On the river
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In a village
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Near the ocean
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Desk
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Playground
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Baby monitor
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's toys
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Travel crib
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Children's books
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Stair gate
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Children's games
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Highchair
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Iron/ironing board
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Safe
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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