Is Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, located?

This Hancock Point holiday home is on the beach, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tidal Falls, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sullivan Harbor Farm and Wild Mountain Man Ray's Chainsaw Show. Schoodic Beach and Indian Point Trailhead are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Hancock House, waterfront, charming, elegant, Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

5 Jul 2025

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Family vac for ANP

The house sat right on Frenchman’s bay. A beautiful view each day. The location was perfect for us to access both parts of ANP. Lots of great food choices in the area. We went to Tracy’s 2x.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

3 Aug 2024

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Great place right on the water

Has everything you need and great access to beach below. Close to nearby excellent hikes. It was a relaxing stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lyndal K.

11 Oct 2023

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Peaceful and quiet

Great place. A little far out from Bar Harbor but nice and quiet.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Linda S.

27 Jul 2024

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Wonderful experience

Wonderful hostess and so welcoming. Very homey feeling. Great floor plan.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

7 Oct 2024

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Fall in Maine

Excellent stay! Cozy house in beautiful surroundings. Whole family loved having a fire pit near the water!! Host had fresh flowers in every room. This was an unexpected delight! I would happily book this house again. Our family included myself, 4 grandkids in their twenties and a two year old.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

16 Sept 2024

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Mother/Son vacation

Beautiful location overlooking the bay. Sun rises were beautiful each morning with a seal visitor one day! 30-40 minutes to Bar Harbor, Acadia park-a must see and about 10 from Schoodic point (also Acadia park) and also a must see! Judy was super nice and had everything ready including fresh flowers upon our arrival!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

20 Jun 2023

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Beautiful place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay at the Hancock House! Can't beat the views. We enjoyed sitting outside around the fire while looking over the water. There are some tasty restaurants a short drive away. We also enjoyed the schoodic side of Acadia which was much less busy.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theodore W.

13 Sept 2022

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A fantastic place to stay

Somehow the pictures don't do it justice. The location and space is amazing. Our family loved it so much the kids were sad to leave.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

27 Jun 2023

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Enjoyable stay

We really enjoyed our stay at Hancock Point. Cabin was spacious, clean, comfortable and had a great view. Judy was accessible and readily answered questions/concerns both before & during our stay. While it is a drive to get to Acadia, it is still easy to get to the park and also close to restaurants. We appreciated being someplace where it was peaceful and quiet. We'd definitely stay here again should we visit the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

27 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This property had everything we needed. It was very Clean, and well stocked with items you would not think of (aluminum foil,etc). I would recommend this to everyone, and if we go to Maine again, we will definitely reserved this house.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth Q.

21 Jul 2023

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Wonderful Spot!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Hancock Maine. There are so many things to say about this place. The views were incredible. The house was very spacious. Wonderful neighborhood as well. Nice and Quiet. Lots of places to eat nearby. Property Manager was very attentive.. We would easily go back!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

20 Jul 2024

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Perfect for a family trip

House is right off the rocky beach with low tides that allow for scavenger hunts in the shallows. House is kid friendly, didn’t feel like our 6 year old would break stuff. Brought kayaks and could access the coastline. Didn’t see many other folks during our stay. Easy drive to Acadia and other fun spots. Small cottage next door would make a good larger group stay easy since the properties share the outdoor space and beach access.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lessie S.

16 Sept 2022

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Girls Trip

Love Maine. First trip but not the last. The location of the house, on the water was great. Look forward to coming back. Thanks Judy.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Dann M.

26 Jun 2024

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Incredible view

The view is incredible. We watched harbor seals, Eagles and loons each morning in front of the property. Bar Harbor is approximately 40 min drive and the same to the much quieter schoodic part of acadia. We had a few small issues on arrival but Judy was quick to work with us and did here best to resolve the issues. The beach is rocky as noted in the discription but full of shells and sea glass. A peaceful place to walk in the morning. If looking for a quiet place this is a good one.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., Virginia Beach

28 Oct 2023

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Excellent location with gorgeous view

Nice three bedroom with incredible views from the living room and master bedroom! A beautiful 45 minute drive to Arcadia National Park. During low tide you can walk down by the water. Lots of colors on the trees and the reflection off the water was amazing. Great communication with owner! She responded quickly and it was all taken care of.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mark Z.

30 Sept 2024

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Terrible

The place was filthy. Smelled of mold. The floors were dirty, kitchen sink was disgusting, hazardous extension cords running across the floors, TV situated on the floor, peeling paint, broken screen door and a huge dumpster with garbage strewn about for you viewing pleasure. Contacted the owner who thinks it is a gem. Wow...

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin S.

16 Sept 2023

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Beautiful place with plenty of room

We had a great stay at this beautiful house. Fresh flowers cut for us in every room! Loved walking the beach and kayaking in the cove. I do have a 4 year old and it wasn't the most kid friendly house. Lots of breakable objects around, no lock on the basement door, and no kid dishes. Other than that, it was a perfect place for us!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

27 Oct 2023

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Peaceful Rest

Nice area about 8 miles from Ellsworth. The property has all of the standard amenities. Deck outside has a good size propane grill. The views all look out onto the cove. It’s about 30-40 minutes to Bar Harbor and Acadia National park out on Mount Desert Island. Southwest Harbor is another place to visit with our favorite coffee shop Milagro. Call ahead and try to get a seat at Harbor Table SW. Helen’s in Ellsworth very tasty with a selection of eats for everyone.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

14 Jul 2024

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A True Retreat

We arrived after dark at this house and were treated to a spectacular treat when we woke up as we were looking directly out at the ocean. The views here are gorgeous. We loved opening all the windows and feeling the breeze off the water and listening to all the sounds. The water is a short walk and a lot of fun to visit and search for shells and crabs. The check-in process was flawless and Judy called to check in a couple of times to make sure everything was going well. The home is equipped with everything one would need and also has a fire pit, which ended up being one of our favorite things - listening to fire crackling and waves hitting the rocks. The location is also great. It’s about 40-50 minutes away from Acadia National Park, but the drive is easy and there is so much to see and do along the way. Overall, we were extremely pleased and would highly recommend this home and Judy to anyone. The fresh flowers throughout the house were a nice bonus.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

21 Jul 2023

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June Retreat

We had a lovely time at Hancock Point. Judy was very accommodating and called a few days before our arrival to check for questions and give hints and tips on the area. The house was well appointed-especially the two chairs looking out into the bay in the primary bedroom-the best reading and eagle-watching spot. We walked the beach and watched the resident nesting bald eagle pair as they flew back in forth all day and the harbor seals that came to play in the early morning. Things we did: Puffin tour, Acadia National Park-several days, thrifting/antiquing, visited Gull Rock Pottery, and Hog Bay Pottery. Places we noshed: C-Ray's, Helen's, Stewman's (after the Puffin tour), Ruth and Wimpy's, Ironbound, Side Street Cafe, and several side-of-the-road stops of which I don't remember the names. All were delicious!! We would go back tomorrow!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

14 Jul 2023

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Beautiful house, beautiful location!

My family had a wonderful time during our stay. The house was in a great location. It was right on the water with access very close for us to walk down and drop in our kayaks. The veiw of the bay was amazing and could be seen from several large windows! The house was very inviting, especially the master bedroom! The house is along the road but it is a quiet road, everyone in the area we encountered was very friendly. It took about 45 minutes to get to Bar Harbor and 1 hour to the tails we hiked in Acadia (MDI) and about 20 minutes to get to Schoodic part of Acadia. The ride is really easy though and we knew this when we booked! There are a number of things to do locally too! Look up the Frenchman Bay Conservancy! The owner was amazing and was always available! It was great to be able to reach her when we had questions. I would definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kellsey B.

9 Jul 2024

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Good house, not the cleanest.

My family & I stayed at Judy’s home which is in the perfect location if you’re looking to spend time in Bar Harbor/Acadia (about 45 mins away). Judy called me upon our arrival to ensure a smooth check in. She also added fresh cut flowers throughout the house which was a nice touch! Not long after checking in, Judy texted me to confirm that there were no issues with the house - very thoughtful. You can follow a short path down from the house to the bay where you can swim. We had a pretty enjoyable stay at the house where we spent a lot of time BBQing and using the fire pit at night. During the day we were hardly at the house, so this didn’t matter too much to us but I feel that it’s important to leave in the review. There was poop in the toilet when we arrived, like someone had forgotten to flush and the toilet was not cleaned. There was also dirt/hair on the floor of each room that we swept prior to unpacking our things. We took care of these things and that was that. I do recommend this house but it could have been cleaner.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri S.

22 Oct 2022

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Views are Beautiful from many windows

My husband, my sister and I traveled to Maine to view the fall colors and this trip did not disappoint. The location of the house on the water is so beautiful. It was a joy to wake up to this view and listen to the water breaking the shore before making our plans for the day. The sunrise can be seen from both the living room and the master bedroom. Seals played in the water in the early morning. Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor are about 30-40 minutes away. It was nice to visit, but then return to the quiet location of the house. Judy is very attentive to her guests, will responds quickly. When we arrived, there were little finishing touches such as fresh cut flowers here and there. We ate at Helen's Restaurant twice. Loved the variety of choices to satisfy everyone, the food is good and reasonable priced. Get there early though 5:00-5:30. Impressed with our visit to Maine. We're considering a family vacation and staying at both of Judy's houses to be together and apart. :)

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Lindsey B.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Charming but outdated

While our group enjoyed the 9 day trip to Maine, the rental property had several unexpected inconveniences that were masked in the outdated photos posted on the advertisement. The pros: great location with amazing views, quiet and serene street that felt safe, reasonable drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor, and the property allows multiple dogs over 25 lbs (very hard to find.) The cons are many. The furniture, towels, and rugs are in a generally shabby and uncomfortable condition and need to be updated/replaced. When we arrived the house looked generally untidy, with dust on the shelves and in the corners and human hair scattered about. There are holes in the screens that allow bugs to enter the house, and several window blinds are missing the pull strings to raise and lower them. The master bath is not connected to the master bedroom, and should be labeled as an upstairs shared bath and not master bathroom. The Jacuzzi tub is too large for the water heater, and is thus unusable. The owner also had scheduled maintenance during our stay, for which we were only given 14 hours notice. She then proceeded to stay and interrupt breakfast rather than overseeing the work being done to the property. While we enjoyed the overall experience, the accommodations were not as cozy and comfortable as we had expected them to be.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M., Neenah, USA

26 Jul 2022

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Cozy, quiet oasis with amazing view

This property is very true to how it is listed online. It is a sweet little cabin with a gorgeous view from every room. We arrived after dark, so woke up to the view from the sweeping master bedroom window the next day. Judy communicated well with me when I booked, before we arrived, and while we were there. She took care of small needs quickly and provided lots of information about the area. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you could need. There is a firepit with 6 adirondack chairs overlooking the bay. It is an easy walk down to the beach to walk at low tide. We liked that it was outside of the crazy busy Bar Harbor area, but that tradeoff meant we did more driving each day to Acadia for hiking, kayaking and whale watching. Just something to consider based on what your plans are while visiting the area. But it is hard to get this kind of view for the very reasonable price of this home anywhere else. The master bedroom is huge and the upstairs bathroom is very large and spacious as well. The second and third bedrooms are smaller but definitely adequate, and there are closets and dressers to make yourself at home for the week.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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