Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia | Cabin in Franklin
3 Bedroom Cabin in Franklin
A rustic Maine camp on pristine Donnell Pond. Great swimming, birdwatching, hiking. Plenty of outdoor space including two decks, a dock, and a private swimming area. Close to Bar Harbor Acadia National Park. Most of Donnell Pond and surrounding mountains are in the 14,000 acre Donnell Pond Public Reserve Land protected area. Bring your boat, kayaks, paddle boards, and canoes!
Location
Little Loon Cabin is located on Donnell Pond in Franklin, Maine. Donnell Pond is a little over 1000 acres with miles of shoreline. The pond is great for swimming, fishing, and boating with access from our private dock. Donnell Pond is surrounded be several mountains that are part of Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land. Schoodic, Tunk, and Caribou Mountains are nearby and great hikes! Little Loon Cabin is under an hour to downtown Bar Harbor and the Acadia National Park Visitors Center. We are only a few miles from the ocean, and ~20 miles to Winter Harbor and the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia National Park. The picturesque coastal Maine villages of Sorrento, Winter Harbor, Birch Harbor, and Corea are all very close by. From Little Loon Cabin you can explore all of Acadia and Downeast Maine, and enjoy the quiet tranquility of a wild Maine lake.
Amenities
Little Loon Cabin is a classic Maine camp, just steps from Donnell Pond. We have an open living area cooking, dining and relaxing, three bedrooms, two full baths, two decks, a private dock on the pond, and a sandy beach for swimming. The entire cabin is on a single level, though there are stairs down from the parking area to the cabin.
Things to do.
Donnell Pond is your front yard. Relax on the dock or go for a swim. Keep an eye out for loons, ducks, osprey, kingfisher, and bald eagles.
Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land surrounds almost the entire shoreline of Donnell Pond, and includes several large mountains. The trailheads to Tunk and Caribou Mountains are a few mils away. The trailhead for Schoodic Mountain is about 15 miles (only 2 miles as the crow flies). Schoodic Mountain (elevation 1090 feet) offers fantastic views of Acadia, Mount Desert Island, and beyond. You can also walk ¼ mile to Schoodic Beach on Donnell Pond and go for a swim. Other hikes from the trailhead include Black Mountain, Fiery Mountain, and Wizard Pond.
If you like to mountain bike, check out the Downeast Sunrise Trail. This trail was constructed from an abandoned rail bed and stretches 85 miles through Maine wilderness from Ellsworth to Pembroke, with a trailhead just one mile from Little Loon Cabin.
Acadia National Park is nearby. Drive up Cadillac Mountain for great views of the Island and Downeast Maine. Drive the Park Loop Road and visit Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and Otter Cliffs. Hike the dozen mountain peaks on the Island. Wrap up your day with dinner in bustling Bar Harbor or the dine on the quiet side in Southwest Harbor or Bass Harbor. You can also leave your car and take the Windjammer Cruise Lines ferry to Bar Harbor from nearby Winter Harbor!
Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land is free to visit. Acadia National Park requires a daily, weekly, or annual pass.
Guest access
Deck, lake, and dock are all available for guest access. Fully equipped kitchen with electric range, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a gas grill on the deck, with backup propane tank. Laundry is provided free of change. Wifi is provided.
Interaction with guests
Open communication with guests via email or phone before arrival and during your visit. Smart lock access provides contact-free check in and check out. Let us know what we can do to make this your perfect Downeast Maine vacation!
Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia is located in Franklin. Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia provides accommodation, featuring View, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cabin features View, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 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 Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, 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. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Franklin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Franklin, 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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Shampoo
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2 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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Shower/tub combination
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Toilet paper
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Soap
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Microwave
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Oven
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Spices
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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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Dishwasher
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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Near the beach
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Onsite parking
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Electric car charging station on site
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming dogs only
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2 total pets
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Well-lit path to entrance
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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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15 stairs to reach property
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Smoke-free property
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No elevators
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Area rugs in public areas
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Birdwatching nearby
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Kayak on site
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Boat on site
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Water tubing nearby
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Ecotours nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Whale watching nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Fitness center
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Books
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Stereo
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Games
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100% renewable energy
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Unit size: 991 sq ft (92 sq m)
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Recycling
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English
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On the lake
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On the waterfront
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In the mountains
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In a rural location
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Near the sea
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Children's books
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Children's games
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Free WiFi
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Firepit
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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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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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Deadbolt lock
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 and a deadbolt lock 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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