Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia | Cabin in Franklin

9.8 (16 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Franklin Cabin | Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia

3 Bedroom Cabin in Franklin

A rustic Maine camp on pristine Donnell Pond. Great swimming, birdwatching, hiking. Plenty of outdoor space including two decks, a dock, and a private swimming area. Close to Bar Harbor Acadia National Park. Most of Donnell Pond and surrounding mountains are in the 14,000 acre Donnell Pond Public Reserve Land protected area. Bring your boat, kayaks, paddle boards, and canoes!
Location
Little Loon Cabin is located on Donnell Pond in Franklin, Maine. Donnell Pond is a little over 1000 acres with miles of shoreline. The pond is great for swimming, fishing, and boating with access from our private dock. Donnell Pond is surrounded be several mountains that are part of Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land. Schoodic, Tunk, and Caribou Mountains are nearby and great hikes! Little Loon Cabin is under an hour to downtown Bar Harbor and the Acadia National Park Visitors Center. We are only a few miles from the ocean, and ~20 miles to Winter Harbor and the Schoodic Peninsula section of Acadia National Park. The picturesque coastal Maine villages of Sorrento, Winter Harbor, Birch Harbor, and Corea are all very close by. From Little Loon Cabin you can explore all of Acadia and Downeast Maine, and enjoy the quiet tranquility of a wild Maine lake.
Amenities
Little Loon Cabin is a classic Maine camp, just steps from Donnell Pond. We have an open living area cooking, dining and relaxing, three bedrooms, two full baths, two decks, a private dock on the pond, and a sandy beach for swimming. The entire cabin is on a single level, though there are stairs down from the parking area to the cabin.
Things to do.
Donnell Pond is your front yard. Relax on the dock or go for a swim. Keep an eye out for loons, ducks, osprey, kingfisher, and bald eagles.
Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land surrounds almost the entire shoreline of Donnell Pond, and includes several large mountains. The trailheads to Tunk and Caribou Mountains are a few mils away. The trailhead for Schoodic Mountain is about 15 miles (only 2 miles as the crow flies). Schoodic Mountain (elevation 1090 feet) offers fantastic views of Acadia, Mount Desert Island, and beyond. You can also walk ¼ mile to Schoodic Beach on Donnell Pond and go for a swim. Other hikes from the trailhead include Black Mountain, Fiery Mountain, and Wizard Pond.
If you like to mountain bike, check out the Downeast Sunrise Trail. This trail was constructed from an abandoned rail bed and stretches 85 miles through Maine wilderness from Ellsworth to Pembroke, with a trailhead just one mile from Little Loon Cabin.
Acadia National Park is nearby. Drive up Cadillac Mountain for great views of the Island and Downeast Maine. Drive the Park Loop Road and visit Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and Otter Cliffs. Hike the dozen mountain peaks on the Island. Wrap up your day with dinner in bustling Bar Harbor or the dine on the quiet side in Southwest Harbor or Bass Harbor. You can also leave your car and take the Windjammer Cruise Lines ferry to Bar Harbor from nearby Winter Harbor!
Donnell Pond Maine Public Reserve Land is free to visit. Acadia National Park requires a daily, weekly, or annual pass.
Guest access
Deck, lake, and dock are all available for guest access. Fully equipped kitchen with electric range, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a gas grill on the deck, with backup propane tank. Laundry is provided free of change. Wifi is provided.
Interaction with guests
Open communication with guests via email or phone before arrival and during your visit. Smart lock access provides contact-free check in and check out. Let us know what we can do to make this your perfect Downeast Maine vacation!

Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia is located in Franklin. Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Cabin features Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cute cabin on Donnell Pond near Bar Harbor and Acadia has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Franklin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Franklin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 stairs to reach property
  • No elevators
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games
General
  • Recycling
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 991 sq ft (92 sq m)
  • 100% renewable energy
  • English
  • In the mountains
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 9:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Caroline H.
Sep 6, 2025 11:39:31 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We stayed 1 week during our trip to Acadia. The property was accurately listed (photos were reflective). The cabin was a good size for my husband and I. I think if you had 4 people stay here it would have also been fine. It was nice having two bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances, cookware, and spices/cooking necessities. It was REALLY nice having laundry available, as well. As far as location… it was perfect for us. Situated right on beautiful Donnel pond at the end of a little road where it was secluded and peaceful. About 45-50 min to bar harbor/acadia which isn’t bad. Plus, we were comparable distance to Schoodic Point which was great. Didn’t explore the area too much around Donnell Pond, but would have loved to if we had more time! Minor complaints:- The osmosis filter may have needed changing, as water only came out at a drip. I’d recommend bringing bottles water, since the faucet water comes from pond. - Couldn’t get the hot water to work in the master bedroom. However, we used the other shower and thus never really tried hard to trouble shoot it (coulda been a user error).- shower curtain in smaller bathroom likely needs changing as it was a bit moldy. - wish we coulda opened windows to let in some fresh air in bedroom. I’d say this cabin felt very “campy” which is fun and it’s the vibe. Other things we enjoyed: - large master bedroom with beautiful lake views. - the dock w/ a nice view and chair- the porch w/ nice furniture to relax
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