Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

 

 

Q: Do you accept online payments?
A: We use a local agency to handle our leases and payments, assuring you that this is a genuine rental home. This saves you from having to pay a fee for the privilege of booking online. It also means you have an immediate, local contact should a problem arise during your stay. If you want the assurance of immediate payment, the agency does accept credit card payments for a small administrative fee. If interested, they would need your credit card number, expiration date, and 3 digit security code.

 

Q: What is your availability?
A: Our up to date calendar can be viewed on : Availability Tab

Q: What is the weekly rental amount?
A: Jan 1-Mid June                  $925/wk

    Mid Jun – Labor Day         $1525/wk

    Labor Day to Dec 31            $925/wk

See Special/Deals for discounted weeks. Deal Tab

 

Q: How many people can your place accommodate for sleeping?

A: 5 people maximum. We have 2 Queens and 1 Single

 

Q: Are towels and linens provided? What all is provided?

A: Yes towels and linens as well as blankets and pillows are provided free of charge. We also provide all the pots, pans, dishes, silverware, utensils, glassware, and bakeware. There is a coffee maker, toaster, blender, crock-pot, and hand mixer. Starter supply of trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels, cling wrap, foil, soap, spices, etc… are on hand so you don’t have to worry about it should you get in late after the store closes. Our kitchen is pretty much stocked with anything you would have at home. There are a few toys there as well as books, puzzles, games, and small DVD library.

Q: Is Smoking allowed?

A: NO

Q: Do you allow pets?

A: NO

Q: How close is your place to Acadia National Park?

A: Approximately two-thirds of the island belongs to the park and there are at least 33 different entrances so it depends on what part of Acadia you are visiting. We are 4 miles or less from Echo Lake, Seawall, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and many, many hiking trails within the Park. We are about 20 minutes from the Park Loop Road, Cadillac Mountain, and hiking trails on the East side of the island. We are about 15 minutes away from the carriage roads and hiking trails in Northeast Harbor.

 

Q: Do you have a water view?

A: Although we are only 1/2 mile from the harbor, we are not high enough above the trees to see it from the house. However, you can hear the boat horns and ferry whistle in the distance and you can feel the ocean breeze while you are outside. It is a quick walk to the harbor.

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Q: When can we check in?
A: Check in time is Saturday, anytime after 4:00PM.

 

Q: What time is check out?
A: You must leave the premises no later than Saturday morning at 10:00AM unless other arrangements have been made. The cleaners will be in shortly thereafter.
 

Q: What should we do with the trash when we leave?
A: All trash should be put in the cans outside. Glass bottles, plastic bottles, and soda can recyclables in one can. All other trash in the other can.

Q: Where are you located exactly?
A: We are located just south of Southwest Harbor in a residential area. Exact address and directions will be given once all payments have been received.

 

Q: Do you have a Washer and Dryer?
A: Yes

 

Q: Do you have heat or air conditioning?
A: We do have heat for those cooler nights. We do not have Air Conditioning. Rarely is AC needed on the island and usually opening the windows and letting the ocean breeze come in is all that's needed. We do have fans for those rare, unusually warm days.

 

Q: How far from Bar Harbor are you?
A: We are about a 25 minute drive from the center of downtown Bar Harbor.

 

Q: Do you have WIFI, Cable TV, and/or DVD player?
A: Yes, we have them all including a large Flat screen TV.

 

Q: Are you near the ocean?
A: We are ½ mile from Southwest Harbor and 2 ½ miles from Bass Harbor.

 

Q: Are there any grocery stores near-by?
A: Gott’s Store is 1 mile away and is open from 3:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It carries your basic items.  Sawyers is 1 ½ mile away in town. Southwest Foodmart/IGA is about 2 ½ miles away on the outskirts of town and has the biggest variety. You pass it on the way into town.

 

Q: What do we need to bring along?
A: Coats and clothes for layering up as the nights get cold. Also bring bug spray, sunblock, shampoo/conditioners, beach towels, hair dryer/curling iron, camera/binoculars, and your personal items.

 

Q: Where can we rent bikes, canoes, or kayaks nearby?
A: Southwest Cycles in town rents bikes. The Park Service on Long Pond rents canoes and kayaks. If you are interested in kayak tours, contact Maine State Sea Kayak.

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Q: Do I need a license to fish?

A: Freshwater fishing requires a permit for anyone 12 or older. Licenses are available at town office above the fire department. Saltwater fishing does not require a license.

 

Q: Where have your guests come from?
A: Most guests drive from the New England States and all along the East coast, some as far away as Florida. We have had many others in the USA that fly in or drive from Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas, Michigan, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Utah, California, and Alaska. Our international clientele include many from all parts of Canada as well as overseas from England, Scotland, France, Netherlands, and Norway.

 

Q: How far from the airport are you?
A: We are about:

    1/2 hr from Bar Harbor Airport (14 miles)
    1 hr and 15 mins from Bangor International (50 miles)

    3 hrs from Portland (180 miles)

    4 1/2 hrs from Manchester, NH (273 miles)

    5-6 hrs from Boston, MA (280 miles)(Time depends on traffic)

 

We are happy to answer any questions that may not have been addressed above.
 

Sincerely,

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Robyn & Jim, Owners
484-502-6495 or 484-318-6678
Email: AcadiaDreamscape@gmail.com

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