Willowbrook: Charming farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor | House in Mount Desert

9.6 (25 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   7 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Somesville House | Willowbrook: Charming farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor

7 Bedroom House in Somesville, Mount Desert

Built in the 1800s for the family of Abraham Somes III, a member of one of the founding families on Mt. Desert Island, Willowbrook offers a wonderful space for a large gathering right in the heart of charming and historic Somesville. Picturesque views of Somes Harbor and Sargeant Mountain greet you from nearly every window. This rambling farmhouse lets you feel as if you stepped back in time without sacrificing comfort. Southwest Harbor’s charming village center is just down the road, as is a freshwater swimming in nearby Echo Lake, Somes Pond, or Long Pond. With its central location on Mt. Desert Island, Willowbrook is within easy reach of Acadia National Park trails and attractions. Bar Harbor’s village center is just 15 minutes from this location.
****PLEASE NOTE: The advertised rental rates are based on 10 people (beginning 2024). A $200 fee will be charged for each extra person up to the maximum occupancy of 12.
FIRST FLOOR: Covered porch entrance leads to the eat-in farmhouse kitchen with Laundry Room, back staircase, butler’s pantry, and table that seats six comfortably. Plenty of updated cookware and new appliances will appeal to cooks of all sorts! New heating and A/C systems are available in this room as well as in each bedroom. Pass through a well-stocked Butlers Pantry into a period Dining Room with a table that seats ten to twelve. Large Living Room with fireplace, plenty of comfortable seating, and widescreen TV. A separate parlor/game room provides a quiet spot for reading, puzzle work, or not-so-quiet board games! Two Bedrooms, one with a Queen Bed and lovely water views, and a separate Bedroom with a Double Bed share a Full Bath with a combined “after-thought” shower and claw-foot tub. Note that this sleeping wing can be closed off from the living area.
SECOND FLOOR: Bedroom with Queen Bed and beautiful water views. Across the hall is a Bedroom with a Double Bed. These bedrooms share a Full Bath with a unique walk-in shower and original 1920s shower fixtures that require a little bit of instruction to use (provided), but do in fact function flawlessly! Just down the hall is a Bedroom with Twin Beds and water views. Bedroom with Double bed and separate Single Bed. These two Bedrooms share another Full Bath with a 1920’s walk-in shower. Bedroom with Double Bed enjoys an en suite Full Bath with tub only and back steps that lead to the Kitchen.
OUTDOOR SPACES: The front covered porch overlooks picturesque Somes Pond and Somes Harbor beyond. The back Covered Porch offers comfortable seating. Terrace accessed from Kitchen with outdoor seating, propane grill, croquet court, and attractive yard area. The front yard is fenced along the road for safe play for young children.
HISTORY OF THE HOUSE: Abraham Somes III, grandson, and namesake to the first permanent settler on Mt Desert Island was the original owner of Willowbrook. He lived there with his wife Adeline Freeman Somes. Abraham was a well-respected shipbuilder and traveled to the West Indies, New Haven, Boston, and Portland. This historic home was once rented to the poet Elinor Wylie and also to Thomas Berger, author of “Little Big Man.” Until its recent sale in 2022, the home remained in the Somes family and was well-loved by those who had the fortune of being in residence, either year-round or seasonally.

Willowbrook: Charming farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor is located in Somesville. Willowbrook: Charming farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor provides accommodation, featuring TV, View, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features TV, View, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Willowbrook: Charming farmhouse close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor has 7 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, 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 Somesville has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Somesville, 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
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Thin carpet in public areas
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 3024 sq ft (281 sq m)
  • English
  • Near the ocean
  • In the mountains
  • In the city center
  • Next to a golf course
  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Firepit
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • 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)

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 contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed 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 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

Rebecca W.
Oct 15, 2025 09:19:09 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property is beautiful, we loved the historic home! I grew up in a home older than this, so I can appreciate the quirks of an older house. The view from the front porch and windows was amazing, and the famous bridge is right across the road. The kitchen is very well stocked, we had everything we needed and more. I will say, this is not the property for people with mobility issues- the only bathtub/shower on the first floor is difficult to get in and out of and the stairs to the second floor are a bit steep. Most of our party had no issues, just something to be aware of. The living area was large enough for many people to gather, but had only 1 comfortable sofa, the other sofa and chairs were not comfortable at all. The beds were comfortable as well.
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