Reconnect lakeside private waterfront & mainhouse. 45 mins drive to AcadiaNP! | House in Eastbrook

9.4 (52 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  12 Guests
Franklin House | Reconnect lakeside private waterfront & mainhouse. 45 mins drive to AcadiaNP!

4 Bedroom House in Franklin, Eastbrook

Sunrise Point is peacefully situated in the woods, on beautiful Molasses Pond in Eastbrook, Maine.
4 queen beds / 1 pullout sofa / 1 full bath / outdoor shower / multiple tent/rv sites / 6 private acres on molasses pond / 300’ shore frontage
$399/night
check-in : 4:00pm check-out: 10:00am
no contact checkin; you will be given checkin instructions prior to your arrival via vrbo
faq & info:
we offer 6 acres of privacy and 300' of secluded shoreline on molasses pond Our waterfront campsite offers a dock, swim float, tiki bar, fire circle, picnic tables and multiple tenting areas along with paths throughout our beautiful lakeside property.
the main house @ sunrise point is set back from molasses pond by several hundred feet; and has 3 bdrm & 1 study, 1 full bath w/ laundry, kitchen and wi-fi and can sleep 10 There are 4 queen beds total, and 1 pull out sofa in the study. There is also an outdoor shower at the main house. we do allow pets at our property as dogs love a place to run and swim as much as we do!
the huge lawn at the house is great for family gatherings, events, soccer games, croquet, volleyball, lawn games, badminton, rv parking and of course campfires!
our shoreline is rocky, with gravel and sand areas for wading in and swimming
yes, we do recommend water shoes
our waterfront is for the your exclusive use of you and your guests only, no one else has use of the property during your stay Our water access is for your blissful enjoyment of swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, lounging and everything Molasses Pond has to offer.
sunrise point can be enjoyed spring, summer & fall, as your favorite family vacation rental!
molasses pond is a 1,252-acre recreational-friendly pond with a maximum depth of 47 feet; principal fisheries are salmon, brown trout, white perch & bass Jet Skis ARE permitted as well as almost all other watercraft on Molasses Pond.
yes, we have kayaks and inflatable sup available during your stay Please be safe and always wear life jackets when on the pond; follow local rules & regulations & use good judgment.
all waterfront activity is pass at your own risk and there is no lifeguard on duty Never leave children unattended.
there are a variety of camp chairs and seats, but yes, large groups should bring a few extras camping chairs
you will find tons of blueberries lining the shores of molasses pond in july & august We see wildlife from our dock, fish swimming by and large eagles perched overhead. we’ve had deer born next to the house and have seen the rare occasional friendly moose passing through a few times!
it is not hard to imagine where the name sunrise point came from We are in the middle of the pond on the western shore, and the dock faces Due East. If you are up at sunrise, you will discover the energy of the property.
the dock is also a favorite spot to watch weekend fireworks & relax away from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives
yes, we have kayaks and inflatable sup available during your stay Please be safe and always wear life jackets when on the pond; follow local rules & regulations & use good judgment.
no, there are no alligators or poisonous snakes, this is maine!
yes, you will want bug spray!
limit floral scented soaps and sprays
the house is fully stocked and we ask you to replace any supplies that you excessively use We enjoy cooking so our kitchen is full of almost everything you need to prepare meals.
the kitchen has: a toaster, waffle maker, blender, drip coffee maker, crock pot, microwave and a few condiments and spices
no, we do not provide extra paper or disposable products It’s not a bad idea to bring extra trash bags, paper products such as paper plates, towels, toilet paper, plastic cups and disposable cutlery along.
our washer and dryer uses hE. laundry soap only!
linens, bedding, towels, pillows, & such are provided but will be limited and we encourage our guests to bring their own beach towels, extra bedding, sleeping bags and pillows if you prefer All bed will be made with linens and bedding prior to your arrival, with the exception of the sofa bed and clean linens are in the study closet.
yes, we do allow pets: we charge $50/per visit, per pet You must pick up after your pet, and if your pet becomes a problem nuisance to any neighbor of Molasses Pond, your pet must leave. Please keep your pet under your care and control at all times. Any issues will result in your sole responsibility for your pet and YOU ARE responsible for any damages done by your pet.
yes, there is internet and wi-fi at the house Network & password located on the fridge & in the welcome binder.
no, there is not a landline phone, cable or satellite service
we usually stream movies via netflix and music via spotify
yes, there is a dvd library to choose from at the house as well as 2 tV.’s and 2 DVD players and a simple am/fm/cd player radio. (Located in upstairs closet).
there are also books, board games and some toys in the downstairs study closet
we were very reluctant to get wi-fi service uptacamp, because who doesn’t enjoy the disconnect? enjoy the woods and swim in the pond
yes, we charge a $150 cleaning/laundry fee for groups over 6 people
closest big city: ellsworth, maine
ellsworth is the closest “big city” to find big box stores like walmart, hannaford, shaws, home depot, riteaid, walgreens, dunkin’ doughnuts etc. and is about 25 minutes away from Sunrise Point.
we are a scenic and easy 45 minute drive, away from acadia national park Eastbrook is located approximately 29 nautical miles to the North-East of Mount Desert Island & Acadia National Park. And about the same distance to Schoodic Point & other parts of Acadia National Park.
southwest harbor, bass harbor, bernard, northeast harbor, seal harbor, winter harbor, hancock, tunk mountain, corea, milbridge are some lovely little maine villages, all less than an hour drive from the property!
of course there’s always the trip into bar harbor, to shop, eat and people watch or a night out at the movies or a show at the criterion be prepared for limited parking & reservations are highly recommended!
hannaford and walmart in ellsworth, offer online ordering for scheduled pick up (book several days in advance during the busy season!)
about ellsworth:
lots of restaurants
grocery/farmer’s market/beer/gas/propane/
john edwards is located on main street next to finn’s irish pub and is a local and organic market Right next to John Edwards is the Saturday Morning Farmers Market by local farmers and growers.
simon’s greenhouses offers organic and locally raised vegetables, diagonally across the street from jordan’s snack bar on rt 1 in ellsworth
if you want to load up on groceries before you arrive, i would suggest going through ellsworth and doing that before coming to camp!
if you are traveling via i-95 and taking rt 9 to rt 179 to rt 200 to molasses pond road, stock up in brewer/bangor
yes, there is a gas grill that uses propane There is a propane tank attached to the grill, it may or may not be full when you arrive as we do NOT supply propane gas, but we do provide a tank for you to use. Please remember to only fill what you will use as the tank needs to stay when you leave. Franklin Trading Post will exchange the tank.
restaurants:
jordan’s snack bar & car shows (cheeseburger/seafood/ice cream) ellsworth; margaritas, ellsworth; siam sky, ellsworth; dragonfire, ellsworth, momo’s cheesecake, ellsworth, pats pizza, ellsworth,
saltbox (foodies style food and cocktails) gouldsboro;
the crocker house (just really good food) hancock;
ruth & whimpy’s (all american/seafood/desserts) hancock;
ironbound (foodies style food and cocktails) hancock;
vazques (mexican restaurant) milbridge;
finns (irish pub) ellsworth;
86 this (eat-in take-out burritos and soups) ellsworth;
shinbashi (sushi/dinner) ellsworth;
flexit café (foodies style eat-in/take out) ellsworth;
islandwide, mount desert island has over 150 restaurants
movie theaters: the grand, ellsworth; reel pizza, bar harbor; the criterion, bar harbor
whale watching and boat tours: bar harbor whale watch company, bar harbor; sail acadia, southwest harbor; mansell boat rentals
ferry service: winter harbor/bar harbor ferry, winter harbor; cranberry cove: great cranberry island/islesford, southwest harbor; mailboat: great cranberry/islesford, northeast harbor; swans island/frenchboro ferry, bass harbor
hiking trails nearby: tunk mountain (20 minutes); schoodic mt (20 minutes away); big rocks at leona wilber road (10 minutes away); lyle frost scammons pond preserve (5 minutes away); (eastbrook/franklin/hancock)
intergraded trail system of maine: connector trails 15 miles away from property. Leave right from the driveway! Snowmobiling, four wheeling, side-by-side.
bangor international airport is approximately an hour away via rt 9 (allow for extra time during rush hour)
bar harbor reginal airport is approximately 35 minutes away (allow for extra time during rush hour).
enterprise, avis, hertz rental car companies are located at the 2 airports and downtown ellsworth
please no smoking in or near the house and please throw away all cigarette butts
i am here to assist you in your vacation planning and will be happy to help you in making a fun, relaxing and memorable trip for your friends and family If there is something specific you would like available at Camp, let me know and I will do all I can to accommodate your needs.
holly masterson, property owner
downeastmaine@yahoocom
2072667560 please text me and questions

Reconnect lakeside private waterfront & mainhouse 45 mins drive to AcadiaNP! is located in Franklin. Reconnect lakeside private waterfront & mainhouse 45 mins drive to AcadiaNP! provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Sports/Activities, TV, among other amenities. This House features Child Friendly, Sports/Activities, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Reconnect lakeside private waterfront & mainhouse 45 mins drive to AcadiaNP! has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 12 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Franklin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House 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
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
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
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Waffle maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
Activities
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Water sports equipment
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water park
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
Entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Video library
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
  • Near a hospital
  • On the lake
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
Guest Services
  • Stair gate
  • Children's toys
  • Playground
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Dock
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

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 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings;maximum event attendees: 75;$500-$1000 additional club/wedding fee
Pet Policy
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: $50 perpet/per stay all pets must be undercontrol 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
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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 note from host: $500-$1000 additional club/wedding fee parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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

Stephen A.
Oct 31, 2024 08:27:45 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Absolutely amazing it was very quiet and the view of the pond was great . The sun sets and the moon rising up from behind the mountain was just breath taking.
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FAQ's

Is this Franklin house pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Franklin house have a swimming pool?

No, this Franklin house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Franklin house?

Best-rates for the Franklin house starts from $380 per night with includes View, Internet, Air Conditioner, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Kitchen, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Sports/Activities, Child Friendly, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Pet Friendly, TV, Bedding/Linens with all other facilities. PetFriendly is committed to making every traveler feel comfortable and have the best stay, whether they are traveling solo, with a date, with a pet, or as a family.

Is Franklin house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Franklin house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Franklin house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Franklin house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Franklin house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Franklin house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Franklin house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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