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4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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Franklin, ME
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Village Green
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Your Cozy Retreat-Charming 1800s Family Farmhouse

Clean,comfy,well stocked-off beaten path but very close to lots of things—15 min to Ellsworth, Acadia National Park starts at the top of the street and you’re surrounded-it’s all over (it encompasses Mt Desert Island, Bar Harbor & Winter Harbor). About 20 min to Winter Harbor, Schoodic Point, Hancock Point, Lamoine, approx 20-25 min to Mt Desert Island & Visitor Ctr, another 10 min from beginning of island- all depending on traffic-to Bar Harbor, Cadillac Mountain. So many places to stop along coast, tons of cute towns, art, antique shops along route 1...

This isn’t just a sterile rental setup quickly to bang out fast cash. It’s our family home so it’s furnished just the way we like it, we rent it so we can afford to pay the bills. It’s an old house, not a fancy house, but to me & most people a very cozy & magical house.

I want to reiterate that this is our house, it is old, it’s quirky, we LOVE it but it’s not perfect in every single way. If you’re looking for perfect or modern please go to the the Ritz Carlton where you can expect perfection & demand a refund if you aren’t getting it.

I’m not striving for perfection here, my goal is a cozy, comfy, peaceful escape from the world. The windows are old held open by old fashioned window sticks & I don’t want to update them for convenience. I love the old windows, etc. I have a few fans & now 2 new air conditioners to use if you wish but the house is not a brand new, fully air- conditioned, modern house with every modern convenience. For me it’s about nature, simplicity, peace & quiet. It’s about a different way of life. It’s not the touristy trap of Bar Harbor. It’s the real down east Maine and Iove it! If that’s what you’re looking for then you’ve found it.

However, the kitchen is fully stocked & very easy to cook in, there’s a microwave, toaster, blender, pretty much every device. There’s also Hulu, Netflix, Max PBS & Amazon Prime on both the upstairs & downstairs TVs. The kitchen & baths are updated & all appliances are new. Beds & bedding are new, clean & comfy.

*PETS* i don’t particularly want dogs in the house -as the homeowner as it’s more wear an tear & extra vleaning, BUT I understand that we love our pet children & want them with us on vacation. There is an additional pet fee because I like to keep the house extremely clean & it takes my housecleaner a couple of more hours to clean after dogs have come. A few people have snuck in dogs & then I need to spend extra hours & money on cleaning which is not fair. I’ll send you double the cleaning bill if you choose to sneak your dog in without registering them & paying the pet fee which helps pay the cleaning bill & is also necessary for the insurance policy if your dog happens to destroy something. Please reg your pet & pay in advance. 🙏🏻 Or use zelle or PayPal if you wish to avoid Vrbo taxes and fees.

Please don’t steal-Most people have been lovely but a few people think it’s OK to take whatever they want-those people were charged and the police were called. Please don’t do that. This is my home & I’m trying to make it nice for you. Im renting it out so my kids & I have the opportunity to keep my great-grandmother‘s house in the family. Please be gentle & thoughtful & be a good person.
* Please note there are 2 sets of stairs. Please only use the main stair case. Back stairs are for emergencies only -such as a fire *
Thanks for agreeing to these basic rules.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Tidal Falls. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 12 minutes by car from Sullivan Harbor Farm and 12 minutes from Tidal Falls
As a guest of Your Cozy Retreat-Charming 1800s Family Farmhouse, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Holly

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: PLEASE pay pet cleaning fee or leave pets home.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cozy Farmhouse
Cozy Farmhouse Getaway
Cozy Farmhouse Getaway in Maine Franklin
Cozy Farmhouse Getaway in Maine Private vacation home
Cozy Farmhouse Getaway in Maine Private vacation home Franklin

Your Cozy Retreat-Charming 1800s Family Farmhouse Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nick l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was neat and clean and as advertised. There was a lot of charm and character and the remoteness was what we needed to recover from the busy holiday season. Holly was a gracious host who communicated well and offered helpful suggestions for things to do. Our kids have had some disappointing winters recently, so having them spend some time outside in the snow and then come back inside to a warm, cozy home was well worth the 10-hour drive. If we come back to the area we will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely family vacation

We had a great stay at the farmhouse. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds. Listing details accurate. The host gave very helpful information. Check in was easy. It’s an older place, but well taken care of. A bit of a drive to Mt. Desert Island (40-45 min), but closer to the NE part of the park. We’d. Stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very quaint

This property was very accurately described by the owner. It is not the Ritz but has a TON of charm and character. It had everything we needed and made our stay very enjoyable. The owner communicated with us very well and made suggestions about things to do/see in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home

I just read the negative review that was left before mine and am absolutely appalled! Everything I read was so innacurate compared to our experience. We had the most wonderful visit at the most lovely house. You can really tell the owner cherishes this property and we felt honored to enjoy a bit of the homes history this week. The house is definitely dated, but that only added to the charm. It really did have all the modern amenities i could have asked for. The wifi was good, beds were comfy and the water pressure was pretty decent. The owner was a fantastic host who made this such an enjoyable stay. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall nice, but a few hiccups.

My friends and I were excited to stay in this charming home. Unfortunately, there were a few things and incidents that did leave a bit of a damper to our stay. 1) We were a group of 8 and there was only one shower that did not drain properly. We informed the owners about this and were told to use the Draino under the sink. We did, but it had no result. She informed us it always drains slow that’s just how it is. Luckily we had a friend who was willing to spend the time while on vacation to fish the drain and get another gallon of hair remover solution to clear the clog and fix it. 2) There are amenities shown on the listing page but when we arrived the place was not as advertised. The AC window unit was only for the first floor. At night, while the temperature is 60-70 the rooms can still get pretty hot and stuffy. We tried to open the windows, but several of the bug screens didn't fit, so we had to deal with mosquitos, spiders and moths. The space advertised that there was a grill on the premises, when we didn’t find one, we reached out to the host and were told that the grill was the little fire pit outside, the “front yard fireplace” as seen in the photos. 3) The kitchen utensils could use some updating. Many of the kitchen tools were very rusty and not safe to use. Others like the Keurig machine only worked when double the amount of water was used. Overall, this is a cute/nice house but to use the house’s age as an excuse to these problems did leave us w/ a bad taste.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonja P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Dream Vacation

We had a lovely stay at this charming house! Holly was wonderfully responsive and informative. A great host! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B., East Sandwich, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness

Two night stay while exploring Acadia

Good location for getting Out to Acadia, but expect a minimum of 30 - 40 minutes to most locations such as Cadillac Mountain, Acadia mountain, etc where we hiked. House was in a quiet neighborhood, enough space for everyone to rest comfortably after a long day of hiking. We really appreciated the insight into the area provided by Holly, particularly the Dunbar store, which was fantastic for everything we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Josh p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy home with good access to many of the sites around Northern Maine

Holly's home was cozy and served well as a base for a group of friends to explore Northern Maine. The beds were comfortable and the the rooms and home were clean. We did have two small issues while there. One was the fire and smoke alarms. Had batteries that needed replacement. We went and purchased new batteries for the smoke alarms that were chirping and woke up one of our guests. When we asked the owner for reimbursement for the $8, she did not provide any any which was frustrating considering we are performing maintenance on her property as guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

great winter weekend stay

Wonderful house on a quiet road off the beaten path. Worked well for going to the coast or in to Ellsworth. Fun colorful touches throughout the house with the pans and appliances in the kitchen, nic nacs throughout the house, and generally cheerful sense to the house. Very clean. Warm during the day and night without us changing any settings of the heat. We were 2 couples, so one couple was in single beds, but that worked out fine in our group. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home near attractions

We had an enjoyable short stay at this lovingly cared for older home. The owner communicated easily, regularly and clearly with us through the VRBO app. The home was well equipped, and had everything we needed. The home is relatively close to Bar Harbor (about 35 minutes by car) and to Acadia National Park (roughly 40 minutes). Dining and shopping near the home are somewhat limited, although we did find some places we liked a lot. We enjoyed exploring the towns of Ellsworth (20 minutes) and Hancock (15 minutes), which were both quaint, un crowded, and thoroughly tourist-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything and More

This place was a dream from the moment we booked. Everything went extremely smooth and there were no hiccups along the way. The home is everything and more! Old farmhouse charm with modern amenities! This home is extremely clean, and the decor is wonderful. Plenty of beds for your family and a ton of board games to entertain everyone. Finish off the night with a bonfire and s’mores! The neighbors were friendly and kind and our host Holly was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Place and Owner

The amenities were fantastic and the owner was very helpful and responsive. Also in a nice location in driving distance of Acadia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kamesh G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location and the sweetest host

The house was very cute. Kitchen was well stocked with coffee and snacks. There are more snacks that you can buy. One of the sweetest hosts that I have come across. Thank you for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Cottage

It was everything we expected. It was quite and enough room for everyone comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hari S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house to accommodate medium size groups

Holly's house was very quaint and served our group well, with more than enough beds and common areas. We were able to commute easily to Acadia while there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Hideaway for all that Acadia offers

Our family spent a weekend in this lovely Franklin home for a family birthday party. The house and grounds are beautiful and the location is quiet - but convenient to all the beauty, hiking, kayaking etc.. offered in the Acadia area, Beds were comfortable, communication with Holly was spot on and everything was as advertised. Looking forward to our next stay at our new home away from home as our daughter, son-in-law and grandaughter also live in Franklin. Thank you Holly!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Castle Pines, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Getaway

The house is quite charming and we really appreciated the fact that it was truly a "home" and not a generically furnished rental. Holly was very communicative and I found her description quite an accurate one. Apple maps takes you to the other end of the road, so don't be surprised if you have to drive a few extra miles to find the address! Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chantal E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute property on Beautiful Lot

This renovated classic was perfect for our two day trip to Acadia National Park. There was Duncan’s nearby for groceries and a sandwich, and located close to Ellsworth for restaurants . It was about 45 minutes to the park but what a beautiful relaxing drive! The mattresses and pillows were great and we all slept like babies after our hikes, sight and lobster feasting! Stay here- you’ll have a good time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Historical & Comfy

We found the house super clean and well furnished. We loved the antique decor and found everything extremely comfortable in the home. The owner was super kind and helpful. Highly recommend this place,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyse L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a Girls Trip!

Holly was an incredible host! She was so communicative and helpful when we had a problem with the hot water. Her house is charming and perfect for a friends trip. It’s very well equipped and has everything you could need. The beds were so comfortable and the decor was great. We loved staying here and would absolutely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming home!

We loved staying at this home. It was spacious enough for our family of 7 and so comfortable and sweet! It was minutes from Tidal Falls which our family loved! We drove into Bar Harbor/Acadia several times and it was an easy drive. We loved our stay! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to Acadia

Nice old house convenient to Acadia. Comfortable beds and clean place. The location is quiet and rural - a 20 minute drive to the nearest town. Be careful on the steep stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect home away from home

I booked this property for our family of 7 while we visited Acadia. It was exactly as advertised. Clean, comfortable, and full of charm! We had everything we needed. Holly was very helpful with providing information about the area. I felt that it was a great location for exploring all the different parts of Acadia. If you are looking for comfortable home away from home, this is the place for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Columbus, IN USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Maine Getaway

The house was charming. It had everything we needed. It was a good size for 4 adults and a toddler. The house is away from the busyness of the main tourist areas, which was peaceful and calm after sightseeing and such during the day. Holly was a great host, she communicated in a timely manner before our trip and during our stay. We only had one issue. The whole country was having a problem with a heat wave and so did Maine. There was a bit of an issue with the heaters on the first floor, but it got worked out. We were cool during the night, which is all that matters to me. I highly recommend this cottage for your Maine getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute farmhouse

The property is just perfect! So much charm, lots of thought put into decorating, furniture arrangements and use of space. There were 6 of us, the youngest being 17 and there was more than enough space. Holly was attentive to each email I sent before and during our stay (sorry for being a pest) and even got us in there a couple hours early.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022