Quiet Wooded Setting near Acadia National Park
- Studio600 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 2
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 5 nights
- studio sleeps 2, 1 bath w/shower
Bedrooms
Owner
Mary
- Languages:
- english, spanish, Some Greek
About Mary
We built our home in 1998,and love living here in Manset.So close to the Seawall!Our family and friends love staying in Manset Studio if we do not have rental guest. And,this year,we are really been enjoying WINTER,SNOW!....we are close the ANP Carriage roads....perfect for cross skiing,and Snowshoeing!
Mary purchased this Studio in 1998
Why Mary chose Seawall
We are so close to the ocean,mountains...it is easy to get into the village,or out to one of the islands....and if we have to work...easy to drive there,too.We are now retired,and Really appreciating our wonderful home. And we have travelled all over....MDI is most beautiful!
What makes this Studio unique
Peace,quiet, privacy....close to our village,and all that MDI offers
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
No parties/events
No smoking
no smoking on property
Max guests:2
Please refer to your personalized lease for all "house rules"
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
35 Reviews
Cozy apartment on quite side of MDI
Our stay at Manset Studio was very enjoyable, and October was certainly a nice time of year to visit Mount Desert Island. It is clear that the owners care very much about making sure that their renters have a good experience. They made themselves easy to contact in case we had any issues. The apartment had everything we needed for a week’s stay, and was stocked with thoughtful items like paper towels, toilet paper, soap, etc.
A delightful, cozy and beautifully finished and furnished apartment.
Tom and Mary are gracious hosts and provided us with a wonderful setting for our quiet side of MDI vacation. Their welcome package was typical of the care and concern they have put into this stunning apartment and its renters.
Manset
Great vacation spot!
A week away in Downeast Maine
We loved our stay at on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island and Manset Studio was the perfect accommodation for us. It was clean, full of convenient cooking items, and easy to get to. We loved it and hope to visit again in the future.
Wonderful! So glad you enjoyed it🌺
Cozy!!!
We had booked early, hoping for two+ weeks of early winter walking and relaxation. However, due to unseasonably harsh weather, we were forced to reduce expectations of the former and increase reliance on the latter. Fortunately for us, Manset Studio fit the bill to our complete satisfaction.
The apartment is located over the garage of a family home. However, it feels like staying in the treetops, with a lovely view of trees and fields in one direction and a view of animal activity at the numerous bird feeders in the other.
It is a studio apartment, but it feels quite spacious with a separate sleeping alcove, a desk area perfect for laptop setup, a generous bathroom, living area with futon and chair, and full-size stove and fridge in the open kitchen. In over two weeks we never felt confined.
The interior is entirely pine – floors, walls and ceiling throughout, even in the bathroom. The light shade of the wood adds brightness to the setting. Space utilization is maximized. There are thin slabs of wood that serve as shallow shelves and allow for great storage in the kitchen and bath. And with extra appliances such as a toaster oven and microwave it’s easy to cook here. We prepared many delicious meals from scratch, even including a Thanksgiving menu of crab dip, roasted turkey breast, yams, cranberry orange compote and open-face apple pie. It was the first time in thirty years we were not home for Thanksgiving, but we enjoyed spending it here immensely.
Some of the little touches should be mentioned. Lighting was great both in the living area and the sleeping alcove. This was important because the weather really limited our outdoor time and we read many books when not out walking. The “library” was small but contained interesting and varied options, something for everyone’s taste. The fabrics were beautiful – braided rugs, lovely woven throws, colorful kitchen towels and cozy flannel sheets and duvet. Mattress and pillows were very comfortable.
The owners were very nice and attentive. The driveway was always well sanded and the walk and steps to the private entrance were salted. An extra heating unit was provided for frigid days. A small Thanksgiving basket made us feel very welcome.
If the apartment were not so cozy and comfortable, we would have felt frustrated with a lengthy stay and not much to do. Instead, we treasured every single day.
We would not hesitate to highly recommend Manset Studio.
It was a perfect spot to visit Acadia from.
It was just right for the two of us. Perfectly appointed and very clean. The location was great for a home base. We spent the entire week exploring all parts of Acadia and were never more that 30 minutes away. Easy enough to run into Bar Harbor for dinner and shopping.
Map
Southwest Harbor is located on the 'quiet side' of Mt. Desert Island. Acadia National Park's, renowned carriage trail system is 20 minutes away. All forms of hiking, biking, kayaking, rock climbing and running can be enjoyed by visitors. Manset Studio is a short walk to the Manset shore, the Hinckley Boat Company, and fine restaurants. Whale watching , scenic cruises,kayak tours are all nearby. A free bus service, The ISLAND EXPLORER, is available through the summer to all on Mount Desert Island.
There is fine dining in Southwest Harbor and Bar Harbor as well as great shopping for art and local handicrafts. Mid-October features the MDI Marathon with the finish line in Southwest Harbor. Gorgeous foliage and the 'Octoberfest' make Fall a fun time to visit MDI. When snow falls ,cross-country skiing is perfect on the groomed carriage trails of Acadia National Park
Other Activities: Acadia National Park, hiking,carriage trails ,whale watching,swimming,all types of boating!
Ski: Great x-country skiing on Mt Desert Island...When we get snow!! AND We Have Snow NOW..The Carriage Trail are Groomed,and ready!