Spacious historic oceanfront home on Bass Harbor - stunning views - private dock | Other in Tremont
7 Bedroom Place in Tremont
Apple Cove is a spacious, 4100 square foot, three story home built in 1883 that has been updated with all the modern amenities while maintaining the detail and beauty of the Victorian era, including remarkably high ceilings, detailed woodwork, and beautiful wood floors throughout. We are located on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island, with 139 feet of private shoreline on Bass Harbor. The home features a wrap around porch with stunning views of the harbor, including a screened-in section with a large dining table for outdoor meals as well as comfortable chairs and rockers for relaxing while bird watching or enjoying the view. Walk right down from the porch to our private dock, where you can put your kayak in with ease, or hunt for treasures on the rocks at low tide; or linger in the backyard, which makes an ideal spot for lawn games. Be sure to take advantage of the backyard seating area with a fire pit perfect for evening oceanside campfires.
This house is truly a treasure; it's been featured in the New York Times magazine (August 2016), as well as Maine Boats & Harbors (March 2004), and has been used on multiple occasions in advertising for LL Bean. The Southwest Harbor Library digital archive is full of pictures of the house from the late 1800s, when it was the Osborne Milton Kittredge house and store. If you're looking for the essence of coastal Maine, full of history but updated for modern comfort, you'll find it here.
The first floor features a large kitchen centered around a rustic farmhouse table with all the amenities needed for large family meals. Granite counter tops, new stainless appliances, Keurig coffeemaker, stoneware dishes, ample cookware and utensils along with harbor views make this kitchen a delight. The kitchen features double doors that exit to the wrap around porch, as well as another exit to the screened-in dining area.
Also on the first floor is a large living room with built-ins, including a cushioned window seat with ocean views. A flat screen smart TV, large coffee table and plenty of seating make this the perfect space for watching movies, playing games or just relaxing. Open to the living room is a large formal dining room with decorative fireplace.
The main entry to the home features a grand staircase that leads to the second and third floors. This formal entryway also leads to the library, an office and a half bath. The library is equipped with chairs for reading as well as a table for work, games or puzzles. The adjoining, private office has a desk for working and a side chair for reading or taking phone calls. Both the library and office are filled with books (classics, popular book club selections, mysteries, Stephen King, novels for both elementary and young adult readers) and a selection of games and puzzles. WiFi is available throughout the home.
The second floor features a master bedroom with queen bed, en suite bath with claw foot tub, sitting area, large closet, smart TV and private balcony with gorgeous harbor views and comfortable seating. A back staircase gives this master suite additional privacy from the rest of the second floor.
A second master with ocean view, queen bed, en suite bath, sitting area, smart TV and walk in closet is also on the second floor. Two more bedrooms, one with a queen bed and one with a daybed with trundle complete the second floor which also features an additional large bath with claw foot tub.
The third floor features a large bunk room with 4 twin beds, and ocean views. Sharing a Jack and Jill style bath with the bunk room is another room with a queen bed, cushioned window seat, ocean views and private staircase. Finishing off the third floor is an additional room with queen bed and sitting area.
Apple Cove is located on the quiet side of the island, just over 2 miles from downtown Southwest Harbor, and 2 miles from the Bass Harbor lighthouse. Thurston's Lobster Pound is about a mile away by car; for those who choose to, you can kayak from the backyard right over to Thurston's dock in a few minutes. Commonly visited places in Acadia National Park are also not far from home; the Seawall, as well as Wonderland and Ships Harbor trails, are about 4 miles away, and Echo Lake is about 10 minutes away. Acadia Mountain, one of the most popular (and most rewarding) hikes in the park is also within a 10 minute drive.
We purchased this home in 2017 after visiting Mount Desert Island every summer for more than 20 years, and are thrilled to be able to share it with others. We have paid attention to details in order to provide our guests with a well-stocked, welcoming, comfortable home in which to share time with family and friends and enjoy the gorgeous harbor setting and all that beautiful Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park have to offer.
Spacious historic oceanfront home on Bass Harbor - stunning views - private dock is located in Tremont. Spacious historic oceanfront home on Bass Harbor - stunning views - private dock provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Other features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Spacious historic oceanfront home on Bass Harbor - stunning views - private dock has 7 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 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 Other because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Other, 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. Other has a friendly neighborhood, and the Tremont has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Other in Tremont, 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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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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Towels
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4+ bathrooms
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Toilet paper
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets
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Heating
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Iron/ironing board
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Dryer
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Fireplace
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Desk chair
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Office
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Desk
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Dining room
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Stovetop
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Dishwasher
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Ice maker
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Paper towels
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Refrigerator
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Kitchen
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Microwave
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Dining table
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Lobster/crab pot
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Oven
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Coffee/tea maker
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Toaster
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Blender
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Mountain climbing
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Golfing
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Marina
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Winery tours
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Swimming
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Mountain biking
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Rock climbing
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Birdwatching
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Fishing
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Wildlife and game walks
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Sailing
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Surfing/body boarding
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Whale watching
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Motor boating
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Kayaking
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Ice skating
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Cross-country skiing
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Cycling
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Hiking/biking trails
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Sledding
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Snowmobiling
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Smart TV
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DVD player
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English
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Beach towels
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Smoke-free property
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Games
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Books
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Separate dining area
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Laundry facilities
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Separate living room
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Children's dinnerware
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Refrigerator
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Highchair
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Kitchen
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Microwave
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Travel crib
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Dining table
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Children's books
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DVD player
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Children's games
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Laundry facilities
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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
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Available in some public areas: internet access
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Outdoor furniture
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Firepit
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Garden
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BBQ grill(s)
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Balcony
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 note from host: small events may be permitted with pre-approval onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit 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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