By booking a Mount Desert Island vacation rental, you can enjoy spectacular hiking, wildlife spotting, swimming, and local cuisine. Choose a seaside cottage, or a modern home close to downtown Bar Harbor, as your base for exploring this scenic New England destination. Known as the "Island of Barren Mountains," this is the largest island off the coast of Maine, and is therefore home to charming towns and an interesting history, beyond its natural attractions.
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Popular Rental Amenities on Mount Desert Island
Mount Desert Island is a great spot if you have a pet, as 634 rentals on Mount Desert Island allow you to bring dog or cat. Additionally, pet-friendly accommodations on Mount Desert Island have an average price of $549 a night. A few of the pet-friendly rentals (0) are located less than 2 miles away from the city center.
What are the best places to discover the arts and culture of Mount Desert Island?
Museums to explore on Mount Desert Island
Located in Bar Harbor, George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History is home to a diverse range of exhibits on native animals and plants. The Abbe Museum, dedicated to local Native American history and culture, is housed in two locations, in downtown Bar Harbor and in Acadia National Park. In Southwest Harbor, the Wendell Gilley Museum celebrates the work of Wendell Gilley, a pioneer of decorative bird carving.
Where are the unique attractions on Mount Desert Island?
Mount Desert Island's great outdoors
The island's crown jewel is Acadia National Park, where you'll find 158mi. of trails and 47,000 acres in which to hike, bike, and generally explore. The park is also home to the highest point on the island, the 1,532ft. Cadillac Mountain.The Ocean Path between Otter Point and Sand Beach traverses some of the park's most picturesque shorelines, while the Precipice Trail offers stunning views of Frenchman Bay. For some time spent back in civilization, head to Bar Harbor. This thriving town is home to restaurants, bars, art galleries, and shopping.
Information about vacation rentals on Mount Desert Island
| 🏡 Vacation rentals available | 2,401 rentals |
|---|---|
| 💳 Possible discounts | up to 12% |
| 🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $126 |
| ⭐ Popular amenities | Pets allowed, Internet and TV |
| 🐾 Pet friendly homes | 634 homes |
| 🏊 Vacation rentals with pools | 370 homes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nightly price for a vacation home on Mount Desert Island?
The nightly price of accommodations on Mount Desert Island starts at $126. Average prices for house rentals are $675 per night. Cottages on Mount Desert Island cost $544 per night on average.
How many vacation rentals are available for booking on Mount Desert Island?
Currently there are 2,401 vacation homes on Mount Desert Island to browse and rent for your upcoming trip.
What are the most popular amenities for vacation homes on Mount Desert Island?
Travelers search for Pets allowed, Internet, and TV when booking a vacation rental on Mount Desert Island.
How many vacation rentals with a pool are on Mount Desert Island?
There are 370 vacation homes from 11 providers on Mount Desert Island.
Are dogs allowed in vacation homes on Mount Desert Island?
Sure, currently there are 634 rentals on Mount Desert Island that allow pets , with an average cost of $549 per night.
When is it better to travel to Mount Desert Island?
Mount Desert Island has its warmest time of year in July and August, with average nightly prices around $126.
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