Sea Ledge, Bar Harbor, Maine
Review Submitted: August 26, 2008
Date of Stay: August 2008
The house was well equipped in all areas and the location was ideal for quick access to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The living room furniture was filthy and smelled like dogs so we had to cover it with sheets from the linen closet. We lifted the cushions of the one sofa to see if it was a sleep sofa and it was literally filled with dirt and junk! The LR carpet was covered in dog hair and smelled like dogs so my husband had to shampoo the carpet upon arriving. Do not rent this house if you have pet allergies. The decks and deck furniture were dirty and we had to clean everything before sitting on it. The master bedroom is enormous but the other two bedrooms barely have enough room to turn around in. They are extremely small and the beds were very uncomfortable. We loved the location but would not rent this house again. It would be perfect for people traveling with pets. The owner also owns the house next door which we peeked into and it looked clean and gorgeous!
Owner's Response: As the owner of both Sea Ledge and Cliffside, I appreciate any and all recommendations to make my guests have the best acommodations and amenities. We are indeed pet friendly, and welcome your pet to our homes, There are three people that have been cleaning for me that take special care to ensure that ALL pet hair is vacumed, deodorizer is sprayed on all couch, chairs, etc. The carpet in the living room is a 4'x6' area rug, with a stone coffee table that sits on it. I personally inspect the entire house prior to arrival of our next guests. The deck furniture outside is Telecope mesh furniture, steel frames, with a dozen white plastic chairs stacked up for additional guests. I have gone through them, and bleached and cleaned each chair. The couch and loveseat are covered with slipcovers, and a new furniture has been ordered for delivery.
The third floor has three bedrooms, two beds which have been purchased just this year, with pillow top mattresses. Our beds are equiped with 800-1000 count sheets, 100% goosedown comforters, with goosedown pillows (6 on each bed).
Sea Ledge and Cliffside have many similar amenities. Sea Ledge is two floors of living with all bedrooms on the third floor, The master bedroom is indeed luxurious, with the two smaller bedrooms located in the back side of the house. Cliffside however has three floors of living, with a family room, wet bar, bath, and queen size bed tucked into an alcove on the first floor. The second floor is the mail living area, with the third floor having a master bedroom, smaller bedroom, and separate bath.
In ensuring that future guests choose the proper house for their personal needs, I stress the layout of both houses for their choice.
Both houses are cleaned by the same professionals and myself who take pride in our work. We encourage feedback, and appreciate any and all suggestions. It is indeed unfortunate, that for 8 years these houses have been rented, with only one negative review. I will be contacting previous guests to hopefully give another perspective to future guests.
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