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Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp

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A lakeside cabin with a deck overlooking a body of water, surrounded by tall trees and autumn foliage. - Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp (Ellsworth)
A cabin with a kitchen area, a large window overlooking a body of water, and a deck with a view of the water. - Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp (Ellsworth)
A wooden deck with picnic tables overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees and a cabin. - Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp (Ellsworth)
A lakeside cabin with a dock, kayaks, and a satellite dish. - Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp (Ellsworth)
A spacious cabin with a large open kitchen, a dining area, and a balcony. - Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp (Ellsworth)
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this vacation home. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp

  • Branch lake is known as one of the top rated lakes in Maine for its water purity and very unique sparse population as its the watershed for Ellsworth. Less than half the lakeshore is developed, especially the Southern end, making one feel wonderfully cutoff from civilization! Mainguy's is one of the nicest or best camps on Branch Lake for its location and amenities just off Route 1, center lake location, deep water frontage with a dive tower (23 feet deep), small beach, lakeside fireplace and exceptional knotty pine interior with top of the line appliances, new beds, bar, Starlink Wifi & 3 large LED TV's. The year round house/camp was totally gutted from top to bottom and remodelled in 2015/2025 and is just 40 feet from the waters edge. Ideally designed for families or 2 couples as there are 2 separate indoor entertainment areas. There is 1 ground floor bedroom with a king & full bathroom near it. Level 1 has 1 double bedroom & 1 queen bedroom plus a 2 twins (bunk bed) bedroom with a full bathroom in the corridor. Level 2 has the master king bedroom which has a 1/2 bathroom next to it along with a loft across the suspended walkway hosting a double bed. The kitchen is completely remodelled with state of the art appliances, dual oven, 36 inch fridge with ice maker , dual gas stove and dishwasher along with a convection microwave oven. Hardwood flooring is laid throughout the 1st floor including the kitchen along with new wrap around quartz countertops. The house has all new linen and towels you will need along with all kitchen utensils and dishes. The ground floor has luxury vinyl flooring which can handle the sandy traffic in and out the sliding glass door to the sand beach . The hammock right near the dock is often fought over during the day or evening as a perch to watch the fire in the lakeside fireplace. Sunsets from the deck are magic! A very scenic 30 minute drive takes you into the famed Acadia National Park or towards Bucksport to start a must do memorable drive along the coastline down to Camden with all the roadside charm and antique shopping.
    In case you are short of space and require additional space or just more privacy, there is an optional very luxurious contemporary 2 king bed bedrooms apartment with ensuite bathrooms, kitchenette with dishwasher/microwave oven, 4 seat island, living room with 65" smart TV, and 2 terraces with great views over the lake. This would grant an extra 4 people to the 12 of the main house. Please message me if you'd like to inquire, receive more information on this apartment.

    Lastly, I just started to rent my other key home on Branch Lake in case interested. Look up "Waterfront, lake estate, reunions, 8 bedrooms, Acadia Nat'l Park, Bar Harbor". The 8 bedroom cottage plus main house sleeps up to 17 in existing bedding. We call it "Serenity" and its also managed by Jessica Dow, the property manager. Tel 1-207-902.3895.

    Below are two boat rental options that deliver pontoons right to the dock.
    Lakeside Boat Rental DOWNEAST BOAT RENTALS
    Phone: 207.745.3544 Phone: (207) 460-6898

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About the neighborhood

Located in Ellsworth, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Seacoast Fun Park and Bucksport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kisma Preserve and Branch Lake. Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking. Visit our Ellsworth travel guide
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Ellsworth, ME

What's nearby

  • A calm lake with autumn foliage and trees reflecting in the water.
    Branch Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A lighthouse on a rocky hill with a forested background.
    Acadia National Park
    36 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • A coastal landscape with dense forests, rocky terrain, and a view of the ocean.
    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    49 min drive - 35.7 miles
  • Cross Insurance Center
    34 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater
    36 min drive - 28.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Garden Patisserie&bistro&fırın
    7 min drive
  • Green Lake Bar & Grill
    21 min drive
  • Uncle Babe's Genuine Jamaican BBQ
    16 min drive
  • Eaten Alive Alleyway
    27 min drive
  • Dorr Lobster Seafood Market
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Branch Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Telephone Museum and Goose Pond. Green Lake and Phillips Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Waterfront, Family Retreat up to 12, Acadia National Park, Coastal Maine, Camp Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 101 reviews
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved being on the lake. The views were great and fishing in the supplied canoe and kayaks was a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Family vacation

This was an amazing location worth the drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Maine Lake

The location is wonderful! Right on a beautiful lake with westward views. The kids loved swimming and kayaking. Also close to Arcadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Perfect for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing Vacation Home

Extremely clean, well equipped with everything you can think of, even a sharpie to label everyone's lunch for hiking!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very well-kept and as described! Thanks for the great week.Check-in was very smooth, the kitchen was well-stocked as far as utensils and cookware, and the view of the lake was fantastic. Nice, cool breeze coming in every night made it especially comfortable.10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

We had a wonderful stay. The home is beautiful and the lake is gorgeous. We had a great time swimming, jumping off the dock, and taking out the kayaks. The hosts were very accommodating and quick to respond with any questions we had. We hope to come back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 27 - August 3rd

Awesome lakeside house with everything you need. Great access to Branch lake. Plenty of room for two families. We have stayed there back to back summers and had a fabulous time both years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! We had 12 adults and two dogs and there was plenty of room inside and out for everyone! The beach area was perfect and the lake is pristine! Fishing off the dock, swimming and boating in the lake, relaxing on the beach and the dock, everything was great! The beds were very comfortable and the large open living areas on multiple floors were great for entertainment during a couple days without great weather. The house was very clean and spacious as well. The owner and property manager were great to deal with and answered any questions we had very promptly! We would definitely recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful lakefront home

Perfect vacation spot for our family! The house is clean, spacious, and well-stocked with linens, towels, and kitchen necessities as well as games and lake "toys" (canoe, kayaks, paddle board). The lake is pristine and perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing. The dock with its diving/jumping platform is fantastic fun. Three generations had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun at Branch Lake

This property has fun things to do for kids, adults and dogs of all ages. Water fun galore! Swimming, diving, paddling, canoeing, fishing, wading, sunbathing. Bring your boat and explore beautiful Branch Lake. House is well stocked and furnished.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great Maine vacation

We had a great stay at this house. It was clean and had everything we needed for a week at the lake. The house was well stocked with essentials and cook wear. Our family had a great time at the lake kayaking and paddle boarding. Only a 45 min drive to Acadia made it easy to hike in the morning and get to the lake by the afternoon. The owners were great with communication and extremely accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great time!

We had a wonderful time on Branch lake!! The dive platform was huge hit regardless of the weather. I was in awe of the huge lake rocks and how clear the water was. We saw a bald eagle twice and so many fish. The house was a great fit for our large party. The beds were quite comfortable and the showers were exceptional! Can’t wait for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect Lakeside Home

I chose this house for our annual family vacation and it was as a big hit with everyone. We all like being on the water and having a good kitchen to prepare meals. It was a bonus to have watercraft and we used the kayaks and paddle board almost every day. The house is very well appointed so we didn’t have to run out for baggies, Kleenex or paper towels. We had everything we needed. A special treat, which I have not experienced in other rentals, was having no chores to do on departure day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing & relaxing week at Branch Lake

This property was everything we had hoped it would be and even better in person than as advertised. Our group consisted of adults & kids (7-11yr olds) and 2 fury friends. The backyard from the deck to the dock is where we spent most of our time, with the shallow water off the property edge an excellent spot for the kids to swim and adventure. The high jump off the dock was awesome as it's about 25-30' deep there. We also rented a boat from DownEast rentals who were great to deal with, provided a newer Pontoon for the week and the boat launch is directly across the lake (a kayak ride, or 30min car ride around the lake). We had a great week of fishing catching a ton of sunnies & bluegills, but also some awesome small mouth bass, lake trout and even an eel. Lastly, Peter and Jessica were great with communication throughout and helped answer any questions we had. Highly recommend for a nice R&R getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Branch Lake Fans

Once again we had a spectacular vacation at this rental property. We have rented here for many years and each time we have had a the most enjoyable vacations ever. The property is immaculate when we arrive and the property owner is always eager to make sure our stay is everything we could need or want. The sandy beach lakefront is accessible to all ages. The dock is equipped with a dive platform that provides hours of endless fun for all. There are kayaks, a paddle board and a canoe to use for fishing or just exploring the lake. We especially look forward to watching the sunsets over the lake from the dock. The kitchen is fully equipped and the barbecue grill is great for outside cooking. We ate outside most nights at the picnic table that had ample seating for all 12 of us. There is also a table inside off the kitchen that doubled for us a lunch table and card table. Downstairs has another seating area and bar with easy access to the lake. Rain or shine this property affords magnificent views of Branch Lake and the surrounding mountains. The property is close enough to allow for day trips to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Ellsworth is very close and has many great restaurants and small shops. There is always something to do at this rental. We have stayed at many other Vrbo sites over the years and this property is by far the best! The owner is very easy to work with and always wants to ensure we have a great time. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED the house and property!! We were a group of 11 and we had plenty of room inside and outside - the dock, the diving board, the canoe/kayaks made it so easy for us to spend time on beautiful Branch Lake. Far enough away from Bar Harbor/Acadia to be quiet and relaxing but close enough for us to get there for day trips. The house had everything we could need! Will definitely be back!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week at the lake. Communication with Peter and Jessica was seamless. The house is well kept and stocked with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean property with a great view of the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Terrific house , Great Lake , very convenient …
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent lake house, well kept, stocked with plenty of towels and disposables, access to kayaks, beautiful views, and easy access to town and to Acadia/Bar Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lake Branch

Great property great location. Lots of fun. Loved our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect Vacation Spot

Spacious home with beautiful lake view and access. Fun for adults, children, and pets. Lots of restaurants and shopping all within a 30 to 60 minute drive. Communication with the hosts was never a problem. Very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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As advertised!

Great location on a crystal-clear lake. The owner has kayaks, a canoe, paddle board and safety gear to use. Great time had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional Maine Lake Vacation

Best lake house stay! Beautiful location on rarely traveled road. We do these family lake stays with 10 family members every summer and this was the best one yet. Enough water toys for everyone - paddle board, kayaks, canoe, dock and diving platform, beach with kids toys. Such a beautiful location on such a clean lake. Such great evenings around the fire and family meals on big picnic table on the deck. Can’t wait till next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

The property was very well stocked, clean, and accurately described in the advertisement. Management and communication was prompt and professional. I would return to this property in the future without hesitation. Excellent all around! The lake, boating equipment, and dock are terrific.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023