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Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts

Lakefront holiday home with a water park, near Acadia National Park

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Escape to Ladyslipper Cottage, a charming lakefront retreat in Mount Desert, ME. Unwind on the deck or patio furniture with stunning lake views, then enjoy water activities with the provided canoe and kayaks. Inside, you'll find modern conveniences like internet access and a fully equipped kitchen.

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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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.

Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts

Lakefront holiday home with a water park, near Acadia National Park

A water park and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.

Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Video games

Outdoor areas

Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Kayak
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby

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

Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 30 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

120357

About the area

Located in Pretty Marsh, a neighbourhood in Mount Desert, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Mount Desert travel guide

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Mount Desert, ME

What's nearby

Long Pond
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Acadia National Park
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching
17 min drive - 20.5 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
19 min drive - 17.3 km
Cadillac Mountain
22 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Jordan Pond House
23 min drive
Shell
4 min drive
Island Take Out
10 min drive
Nor’ Easter Pound & Market
14 min drive
Abel's Lobster
7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts located?

Located in Pretty Marsh, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Long Pond and Acadia National Park. Acadia Repertory Theater and Maine Granite Industry Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Charming Lakefront Retreat with Canoes, Kayaks, and Modern Comforts Reviews

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7.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

4.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

lisa r.

4 Nov 2025

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

This house was perfect for us. Quiet and quaint

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

8 Oct 2024

The has a very homely old-fashioned charm, with many modern amenities. It was a place for a famil...

The views from most of the windows are great, with a pier on the lake and deck surrounding much of the house.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

11 Jul 2024

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

Sweet spot on fabulous Long Pond, very accessible to Acadia

The house is well-maintained and a great spacious landing pad for exploration around MDI. A boat rental and launch just a few doors down offers paddle boards and a place to swim. We used those along with the home’s kayaks. Felt like it was the perfect thing to stay close to Bar Harbor but not in it, and being on Long Pond (much warmer water than Acadia’s ocean beaches) was a huge bonus. The full kitchen was very useful. Would love to stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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8/10 Good

Stephen E.

7 Oct 2024

Great location in nature on a lake with kayaks and a canoe. This is the best lake in the area.

I loved swimming in the lake every day and doing yoga on the dock at sunrise. The lake water was not cold. This is a quiet and serene location. The kayaking was peaceful and easy . This is the best location for it is on the quiet side near hiking trails and restaurants. Come here if you wish to avoid the crowded side of the island. Come here if you are a lover of nature, fish and ducks. Most evenings a musician could be heard from across the lake practicing the cello or a guitar. We heard a loon most every day.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

3 Oct 2024

Fantastic location on quiet side of MDI in classic, cozy Maine cabin

This classic Maine camp on quiet Ripple pond on MDI is a great location for exploring all that MDI and Acadia has to offer. The camp is well stocked with all the essentials. The open concept kitchen / living room is small but functional with a great fireplace in the living room. Bedrooms are comfortable though the bed in the primary bedroom is on the firm side. Outside deck is weathered but functional with a nice view through the trees of the pond below. The ‘split system’ in the main living area (heating/ cooling) would make this camp comfortable in both high season and off-season. Loved this comfortable, “family” camp.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

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8/10 Good

John D.

9 Jun 2025

Memorial week stay

We enjoyed the cabin, the furnishing were dated but in good condition. Kitchen appliances were good and serviceable. Beds were comfortable and the bedroom windows overlooked the pond for a beautiful view in the mornings. We enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect to enjoy the park.

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8/10 Good

Jesse R.

20 Jul 2025

Relaxing stay

Loved the stay. Having access to the water was a nice plus. Though the immediate shoreline wasn’t very swimmable due to lilly pads, but having kayaks allowed us to go to the swim area nearby. The living room furniture was a little dated, but it worked for our family of five. Proximity to restaurants and Acadia attractions was great, while feeling remote and private. Thanks for having us.

6/10 Okay

Caye S.

12 Sept 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

No curtains on 2 of the bedroom windows, shower curtain mold on bottom. Beds were small and need replaced. Windows hard to open because framing is in bad condition. Beautiful location!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim R.

21 Sept 2025

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

Property is very dated. No blinds in two of the three bedrooms, and the beds are small but fairly comfortable. HVAC is a mini split in the kitchen area and doesn't extend into the bedrooms unless you leave the doors open. Cooking utensils and pots/pans were worn and due for replacement. The location is great, and for the price it was worth it to be close to everything in Bar Harbor/Acadia, but it was definitely a tradeoff in comfort while staying for location and price.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cosabeth B.

2 Sept 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The location and scenery here are ideal. Great access to all parts of MDI and the lake was great to get to hang out on. Kayaks at the house were also a great perk. The house is accurately portrayed- nothing fancy, but totally sufficient. Everything you need for cooking. We were two adults and two kids and it was the right amount of space for us. Areas of improvement: I would recommend clearing out some of the extra stuff in closets/drawers- the bags of stuff in the closets are annoying and make it hard to store your own things for an extended period. The outdoor seating options could be improved- the picnic table is close to falling apart and not ideal for use. The house was mostly clean but could have used a deep wipe-down- cobwebs in the windows; random debris in the dresser drawers; walls/cabinets kitchen could have been wiped down; when we arrived there were bags of trash in the shed (which the property manager also helped address). Overall, a rustic house but great location to explore MDI with nice lake access.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

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8/10 Good

Brandi C.

12 Jul 2025

Very nice location and kayaks were a great addition.

We loved the location, right on long pond. We loved the kayaks and used them several times. Area was quiet, peaceful and beautiful. Areas of improvement would be the master room mattress, very firm. Woke up sore. The fridge took four days to cool food in fridge and freeze food in freezer. Furniture was outdated and couch needed cleaned. It had visible dog hair and I could not sit on due to skin allergy to dander. New pots and pans would be a great addition. Many were old. Overall we enjoyed our stay and those areas would not deter us from staying again, just wanted to give accurate review of our stay. We appreciate you sharing your house and allowing others to stay. It was a nice vacation and got to enjoy all Acadia and Bar Harbor had to offer. Canada was also accommodating with check out instructions that could not be met due to early departure. Thanks again we had an amazing time.

4/10 Poor

Andrea

9 Aug 2025

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Vacationer beware… there are definitely no modern amenities here. Although the dock and kayaks were decent, the canoe had a hole in it. The house is basically falling apart. The kitchen sink sprays water to the ceiling like Old Faithful. The pillows were stained. The beds were old and uncomfortable. The couch and chair smelt bad and were covered with pink blankets with large holes and tears. One bedroom window would not close. We went through 2 air fresheners to try to get the musty moldy smell down to a tolerable level. Long Pond is amazing in the morning between 5:30 and 7:00am, but the dock is directly across from a public beach with lots of visitors. And unfortunately while we were there the house across the pond was hosting nightly outdoor parties, so no peace and quiet between 7am and 1am. Keep looking and avoid this old dilapidated house… there are much better options for the same price.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025