Willowbrook
Somesville, ME 04660-
Beds: 2 Queens, 4 Doubles, 3 Singles
Built in the 1800’s for the family of Abraham Somes III, a member of one of the founding families on Mt. Desert Island, Willowbrook offers a wonderful space for a large gathering right in the heart of charming and historic Somesville. Picturesque views of Somes Harbor and Sargeant Mountain greet you from nearly every window. This rambling farmhouse lets you feel as if you stepped back in time without sacrificing comfort. Southwest Harbor’s charming village center is just down the road, as is freshwater swimming in nearby Echo Lake, Somes Pond, or Long Pond. With its central location on Mt. Desert Island, Willowbrook is within easy reach to Acadia National Park trails and attractions. Bar Harbor’s village center is just 15 minutes from this location.
FIRST FLOOR: Covered porch entrance leads to the eat-in farmhouse kitchen with Laundry Room, back staircase, butler’s pantry, and table that seats six comfortably. Plenty of updated cookware and new appliances will appeal to cooks of all sorts! Pass through a well stocked Butlers Pantry into a period Dining Room with table that seats ten to twelve. Large Living Room with fireplace, plenty of comfortable seating, and wide screen TV. Separate parlor/game room provides a quiet spot for reading, puzzle work, or not-so-quiet board games! Two Bedrooms, one with a Queen Bed and lovely water views, and a separate Bedroom with Double Bed, share a Full Bath with combined “after-thought” shower and claw-foot tub. Note that this sleeping wing can be closed off from the living area.
SECOND FLOOR: Bedroom with Queen Bed and beautiful water views. Across the hall is a Bedroom with Double Bed. These bedrooms share a Full Bath with unique walk-in shower and original 1920s shower fixtures that require a little bit of instruction to use (provided), but do in fact function flawlessly! Just down the hall is a Bedroom with Twin Beds and water views. Bedroom with Double bed and separate Single Bed. These two Bedrooms share another Full Bath with 1920’s walk-in shower. Bedroom with Double Bed enjoys an en suite Full Bath with tub only and back steps that lead to the Kitchen.
NOTES: Split level heat/AC pumps located in all bedrooms and kitchen.
OUTDOOR SPACES: Front covered porch overlooks picturesque Somes Pond and Somes Harbor beyond. Back Covered Porch offers comfortable seating, including a great porch swing for relaxing evening conversation. Terrace accessed from Kitchen with outdoor seating, propane grill, croquet court, and attractive yard area. Front yard is fenced along the road for safe play for young children.
HISTORY OF THE HOUSE: Abraham Somes III, grandson and namesake to the first permanent settler on Mt Desert Island, was the original owner of Willowbrook. He lived there with his wife Adeline Freeman Somes. Abraham was a well-respected shipbuilder and traveled to the West Indies, New Haven, Boston and Portland. This historic home was once rented to the poet Elinor Wylie and also to Thomas Berger, author of “Little Big Man.” Until its recent sale in 2022, the home remained in the Somes family and was well-loved by those who had the fortune of being in residence, either year-round or seasonally.
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Property Details
- Max Occ: 12
- Location: Somesville
- Bedrooms: 7
- Setting: Water View, Village
- Bathrooms: 4
- Pets: Considered
Interior Amenities- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Washer
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace/
Woodstove - Partial Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning Throughout
- First Floor Bedroom
Exterior Amenities- Propane Grill
- Charcoal Grill
- Fire Pit
- Kayak/
Canoe - Tennis Court
- Dock
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- EV Charger
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Rates
Rents Saturday to Saturday
2025 Weekly Rates (USD):
*Apr 26 – May 24: $2930
May 24 – Jun 21: $3500
Jun 21 – Jul – Aug 30: $6090
Aug 30- Sep 27: $3010
*Sep 27 – Oct – Nov 22: $2930
Rates are based on an occupancy of 10 people. Add $200 per person with a maximum occupancy of 12.
*Less than a week stays may be available before Memorial Day and in October at the nightly rate of $465 (4nt min) please inquire.Additional Cleaning Fee: $175
Pets considered for an additional fee of $210 per pet, per week.
This house follows a Relaxed Cancelation Policy: Partial refund if canceled 60 or more days before occupancy; no refund unless re-booked if canceled less than 60 days before occupancy. Commission and booking fee are non-refundable. Ask Agent for details.
Availability last updated on: September 21, 2024
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Somesville was the first village settled on Mount Desert Island in 1761 and is now a National Historic District. Walking or driving through the village is like stepping back in time, with sights of beautifully preserved examples of early New England architecture and a charming mill pond. The year round population of about 800 residents enjoy close proximity to Acadia National Park, Echo Lake, Somes Pond, and Long Pond. With its central location, all of Mt. Desert Island’s treasures are just a short drive away.
We stayed at Willowbrook the last week of June 2024, and our family and friends had an absolutely wonderful time! The home is obviously well loved and beautiful, and the location in Somesville village is hard to beat for easy access to all the region has to offer. We strongly recommend Willowbrook for your group!
We had the time of our lives celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary with our children & grandchildren at Willowbrook. It was well equipped with all the comforts of home, yet we felt that we were stepping back in history. The location was perfect in being away from all the hustle of Bar Harbor, yet close enough to go there and enjoy all it had to offer. We will not soon forget our time at Willowbrook!!