Mt. Desert, Acadia, Bernard - Rent a Landmark Lighthouse!

For a fabulous summer vacation . . . rent a landmark lighthouse and a spacious, historic waterfront residence. Within walking distance of the library, town dock, and sea memorial; steps from a very large wharf and Thurston’s Lobster Pound, which serves take-out seafood dinners.  Personal inspection is available.

The lighthouse was featured in the motion picture Cider House Rules. The 2nd floor is a study with a futon and extensive miniature-lighthouse collection and memorabilia. Three books were written at the desk in the study, including one by the owner. The 3rd floor provides a seating area and a 360-degree picture-postcard view of working Bass Harbor, with 65 lobster boats, Cadillac Mountain, and Acadia National Park.

The home is a historic building, meticulously renovated, on a quiet dead-end street. It features a large wraparound porch, a total of 10 rooms, including 3 living rooms, 2-1/2 baths, eat-in kitchen/laundry area with all new appliances, washer/dryer, and microwave and toaster ovens. Living room #1 includes a TV, gas fireplace, sleeper sofa, adjacent dining room and half-bath. The 2nd floor has #1 master bedroom with twin beds, guest bedroom with double bed, and full bath. The 3rd floor has a very large loft with 2 double beds, 1 twin bed, and a great harbor view.

The 1st floor of the new wing has a spacious gallery, living room #2 with TV, treadmill, game room, and extensive book and music collection, and #2 master bedroom with adjacent bath. The 2nd floor has spacious #3 living (great) room, TV, and wood-type art assemblages.

Amenities include a professionally maintained garden, Zen garden, and Internet access.

Sorry, no pets or smoking, please.

Available weekly July, August, September, and October, $2500-$3300. Contact for details and photos. HomeAway 376-3344

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