The Cove House

Beds: 4 Queens, 4 Singles

Nestled on the shores of Somes Sound with picturesque views across a quiet tidal cove towards Sargent Mountain, this lovely home offers a gracious spot for your extended Mt. Desert Island stay. Thoughtfully planned with living spaces large enough to gather as well as private spaces away from the crowd, this home is perfect for up to ten people. Surrounded by lovely grounds, easily accessed shoreline, and expansive lawn, The Cove House is sure to be your favorite destination year after year! Southwest Harbor is just down the road less than 10 minutes away, and Bar Harbor is an easy 15-20 minute drive, as is Northeast Harbor’s charming village. A small tidal dock is appropriate for swimming from or launching a kayak at mid to high tide.

FIRST FLOOR: Entry with half bath opens to a large dine-in Kitchen with TV, plus a peninsula with counter seating for three people. Dining Room table seats 8-10 easily and offers lovely views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. From the dining area, enter a stunning Living Room with cathedral ceiling, fireplace, elevated furnishings, artwork, and piano. Door leads to a deck overlooking the water. Just beyond the Living Room is the Primary Bedroom with Queen Bed, door to the front deck, and en suite Full Bath with separate soaking tub and shower. Just beyond the Primary Bedroom is a cozy Sitting Room with TV, fireplace, seating for four to six, and a door to the front deck.

SECOND FLOOR: A loft area with two single beds and a Bedroom with Queen Bed and lovely water views, share a Full Bath with combined tub and shower.

LOWER LEVEL: Accessed by stairs near the entry, the lower level features a large walk-out Bedroom with Queen Bed and two Single Beds, plus a child’s cot. A Full Bath with shower stall and a Laundry room are also located in this area.

GUEST HOUSE: Detached from the Main House and situated above the garage (not available for tenant’s use unless specifically permitted by homeowners), a second floor guest apartment provides the perfect spot for those needing a little extra space. A small Kitchenette with table that seats four leads to a large Living Room with propane fireplace, TV, and balcony overlooking the water. A bedroom with Queen Bed enjoys an en suite Full Bath with shower stall.

OUTDOOR SPACES: A furnished deck off the Primary Bedroom and fabulous stone terrace overlooking the lawn and water are just two of the spots suitable for enjoying the peace of your surrounding yard and woods. A tidal float, which grounds out at low tide, is great for launching a kayak (two provided – use at your own risk) at certain tides, or simply hanging out while you watch loons and seals ply the waters of Somes Sound. Towering pines, natural landscaping, and privately situated seating areas provide lovely spaces to enjoy this magnificent setting!

NOTE: Although there is sufficient beds for more than ten people, the maximum occupancy of this home is ten.