Acadia 5 min, Hot Tub, Theater, Game Room, Dogs Ok
Mount Desert, ME, United States
✔ This Historic Home Was The Island's General Store & Butcher Shop, Dating Back To 1856 ✔ 5 min to Acadia National Park ✔ Somes Sound Brook In Your Backyard ✔ 7-Person Hot Tub Under String Lights ✔ Kayaking & Swimming In Somes Sound, Long Pond & Echo Lake ✔ Fire Pit, Grill, & Lobster Pot ✔ Game Room with AirHockey, ShuffleBoard, & a SMART TV ✔ Theater With Real Reclining Theater Seats & Movie Candy Provided ✔ All Dogs Welcome ✔ Air Conditioning, Fast Wifi, Washer/Dryer
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Historic 1856 Retreat with Theater Room, Hot Tub & Steps to Acadia National Park This isn't just a vacation rental—it's a piece of Maine history. Built in 1856 and once home to Mount Desert's original general store and butcher shop, this meticulously restored property on Main Street blends authentic historic character with modern comforts for an experience you won't find anywhere else. Sleep among preserved store counters and vintage safes, soak in the hot tub overlooking Somes Sound inlet, watch movies in your private theater, and explore Acadia National Park just moments from your door. WHAT MAKES THIS HOME SPECIAL ✔ Historic 1856 building with original general store & butcher shop preserved ✔ Private theater room with 6 leather recliners & surround sound ✔ Game room with air hockey, 9-foot shuffleboard & 70" Smart TV ✔ 7-person hot tub overlooking the stream and historic fish ladder ✔ Minutes to Acadia National Park, Jordan Pond & Cadillac Mountain ✔ Sleeps up to 14 in uniquely historic spaces THE SPACE The original general store and butcher shop have been transformed into spaces you'll never forget. The game room preserves historic details while hosting full-size air hockey, 9-foot shuffleboard, a comfortable sectional, and a 70" Smart TV for streaming. Next door, your private theater room features six leather recliners, big-screen viewing with surround sound, and complimentary movie candy—because every great movie needs snacks. Outside, your backyard borders the inlet of Somes Sound with the historic fish ladder just steps away. Sink into the 7-person hot tub under the stars with the sound of flowing water nearby, lounge on the daybed overlooking the stream, gather around the fire pit for s'mores and stories, or fire up the propane grill and lobster pot for a classic Maine feast at the outdoor dining table. Inside, the fully equipped kitchen handles everything from quick breakfasts to big lobster dinners with modern appliances, ample counter space, and gadgets like an Instant Pot and crock pot. The open living and dining area brings everyone together with comfortable leather seating, a Smart TV, and a dining table that seats the whole crew. Large windows flood the space with natural light and connect you to the historic charm all around. WHERE EVERYONE SLEEPS 2 king suites with private en-suite bathrooms, brand-new mattresses, 50" Smart TVs 1 main-floor queen bedroom with 50" Smart TV 1 twin bedroom with 2 twin beds, 50" Smart TV Historic General Store Room: 3 king beds set among preserved original features including the old store counter and safe—a guest favorite and truly unforgettable experience Four full bathrooms throughout: main-floor tub/shower combo, upper-floor walk-in shower, lower-level walk-in shower, and lower-level king suite with clawfoot soaking tub. Linens & shower soaps provided throughout GOOD TO KNOW ✔ Pack 'n Play and high chair provided ✔ Washer and dryer in-unit ✔ Central A/C and heat ✔ All linens, towels, and toiletries provided ✔ Minutes to Acadia National Park, Jordan Pond, Cadillac Mountain & Somes Sound ✔ Easy access to Bar Harbor dining, shopping & coastal adventures IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THIS HISTORIC HOME This property was built in 1856 and lovingly preserved. You'll find original elements like steep stairs, uneven floors, and imperfect paint—these are part of the home's authentic character and charm. If you're looking for a modern, cookie-cutter rental, this isn't it. If you want a one-of-a-kind historic experience with stories in every room, you've found your place. BOOK YOUR ESCAPE This is the kind of place that becomes the story you tell for years—where you slept in a 168-year-old general store, soaked in a hot tub beside a historic fish ladder, and hiked Acadia by day before movie nights in your private theater. If you want history, adventure, and an experience unlike any other, this is it. Availability fills fast—check your dates now. Doug & Rose Waves & Wilderness
Other Details to Note
★ CLEANING & SANITIZATION ★ The health, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out. Feel free to contact us with any additional questions you might have.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Hammock
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Entertainment
- Arcade machine
- Books
- Ethernet connection
- Game console
- Home theater
- Life-size games
- Sound system
- Theme room
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Hammock
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Entertainment
- Arcade machine
- Books
- Ethernet connection
- Game console
- Home theater
- Life-size games
- Sound system
- Theme room
Family
- Baby monitor
- Board games
- Children's tableware
- High chair
- Outlet covers
- Playroom
- Stair gates
- Travel crib
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Mini Fridge
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice maker
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Location features
- Beach access
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
- Waterfront
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Safe
- Clothing storage
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Private living room
- Free street parking
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Central Location, Main St Mount Desert
Guest Access
You have the entire house to enjoy
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Mount Desert, ME, United States
There is parking in the front and rear of the house, up to 4 vehicles.
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