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Frequently Asked Questions
The
view from Heron Cove is lovely: tall pines and birches, private
sand and gravel beach, quiet blue ocean water, sailboats, and the
mainland shore. At sunset, this eastern shore reflects glorious
red and gold light as the sun descends behind Heron Cove. From our
beach, guests experience a breathtaking view of the mountains of Acadia
National Park on Mt. Desert Island.
Heron Cove is located 80 feet from the shore of Union Bay, which separates Newbury Neck from the mainland and Acadia National Park. It sits on quiet, protected, deep seawater—perfect for swimming and boating. Heron Cove is nestled in the woods with a very private sand and gravel beach that offers miles of excellent beachcombing and walking. Heron Cove is on a deep ocean bay. The bay directly in front of our private beach accommodates the largest sailboats (most of our neighbors have them), as well as power boats in crystal-clear waters that reach a depth of 37 feet. Although we don’t have a mooring at present, we plan to add one in future so guests may bring their boats to Heron Cove.
"We LOVED the shoreline in the back. Found lots of creatures by the water’s edge.” - 08/26/2006 Tip: When renting a coastal house in Maine, be sure to ask if it is located on tidal water, which means that mudflats are exposed at low tide, preventing swimming and launching a boat from shore. Heron Cove is on deep ocean water, which means swimming and boating is always possible, even at the lowest tide. Yes, Heron Cove’s waters are safe for swimming and fishing
and guests may launch small boats and kayaks from the beach.
Although some coastal Heron Cove is in an ideal spot close to Mt. Desert Island, Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, and the Blue Hill Peninsula. From our deck to Mt.Desert takes less than 25 minutes. From there, it’s a hop to the shopping and dining of Bar Harbor and the myriad activities in Acadia National Park.
Heron Cove defines peace and serenity. It is tucked down a long driveway, amid hushed woods on a private beach, away from the heavy traffic and congestion of the main road to Mt. Desert Island. It is completely removed from noise, traffic, etc. The only things you see on the beach are herons and cormorants, with sailboats and the occasional seal in our crystal-clear ocean water. Heron Cove is close to the town of Canoes and kayaks (and mountain bikes) may be rented in nearby Blue Hill and
delivered directly to Heron Cove’s beach.
There are also several places in Bar Harbor that rent bikes and bike
racks for the many carriage roads in the park that are open to bicycles.
Yes! Guests could enjoy a week or more just on the Blue Hill Peninsula! Nearby is the historic town of Castine, which has been continuously occupied since 1612. Castine offers world-class sailing, a history museum, and sea captains’ mansions dating to the 1700s. The town of Brooklin is home to the internationally famous Wooden Boat School, which offers classes in sailing, navigation, and boat building. Eggemoggin Reach, which separates the peninsula from Deer Isle, is a renowned sailing spot—and one of the most beautiful places in the world. Deer Isle boasts the world-famous Haystack Mountain School of Crafts as well as villages with quaint shops, art galleries, and antiquing. Deer Isle’s most famous village is Stonington —a working harbor gateway to Isle au Haut and the thousands of small islands surrounding it (a kayakers dream!). Isle au Haut is home to part of Acadia National Park and is accessible by ferry or private boat. Cape Rosier offers a nature preserve with excellent birdwatching, and Blue Hill boasts a rare reversing falls popular with kayakers. Throughout the area are delightful restaurants, art galleries, and antiques and crafts shops. In Bar Harbor, guests may join whale watching tours and windjammer and deep sea fishing excursions, or simply savor the many shops and restaurants. Guests also may take the “Cat” ferry across the Gulf of Maine to Nova Scotia —a day’s adventure during summer.
Each season at Heron Cove brings its own special joys, and Heron Cove may be rented at any time of year. Winter is beautiful, peaceful, and snowy, and guests may skate on nearby ponds, cross-country ski in Acadia National Park, go snowmobiling, or curl up by our gas fireplace with a good book or movie (Heron Cove is fully winterized, with radiant heat under its wood and slate floors). Spring is changeable—sometimes as warm as summer, other times foggy and cool, but always a good time to get to know the local residents. Also, watching the leaves and flowers arrive is a miracle on the Maine coast! June, July, and August are ideal, with temperatures in the 70s and the widest range of activities. For Mainers, fall is the best season of all: warm days, cool nights, cobalt skies, blazing foliage, and no crowds!
What is
the
floor plan like at Heron Cove? Heron Cove
has an open living room with tall ceilings. In fact, the entire center
of the house is open for two stories. On the main floor is a
one-bedroom master suite with a bathroom accessible from the bedroom and
the foyer. Also on the main floor are the gourmet kitchen, living room, dining room,
and deck. The upper floor has an open stairway and a walkway from
one side of the house to the other, with breathtaking views through the
two-story windows to the beach. There is one king bedroom and one
twin or double bedroom upstairs, along with one full bathroom. Every
bedroom in the house has a view of the water and a private deck!
Downstairs is the bunkroom, complete with 4 single beds, a full bathroom
with walk-in shower, a sitting area with a sofa, TV, and DVD
player, and laundry facilities. It also has windows and glass
doors with a view of the ocean and direct access to the beach. The floor
plan gives each bedroom plenty of privacy, and there is a full bathroom
on each of the three floors.
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