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Duplex w/ocean views, no dog fees, private road

Gouldsboro, ME, United States
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About

The Hytta duplex was inspired by a Norway trip where mountains and ocean meet as they do in Acadia. Escape the traffic and crowds. The house with an in-law apt allows guests to connect yet have their own retreats . A large yard has plenty of space for your dog(s). This gateway to Downeast Maine is minutes from the rugged cliffs and mountains of Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula. Take the ferry to Bar Harbor (10 mins from the house), then take the free Island Explorer bus to Acadia's popular spots.

Good to know

TThe Hytta Duplex includes both the House and Loft apartment with a total of 3 full bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms with a large, private yard and firepit area. This property was inspired by a trip to the Lofoten Islands in Norway where peace, simplicity, and tranquility are at the forefront. If you are traveling with a smaller group, please search AirBNB for the Hytta House or Hytta Loft Apartment to rent one only of the units at a discount price. The Hytta House is a 2 bedroom 2 bath home. A bedroom (queen bed) and one full bathroom is on the first floor which makes it ideal for folks who struggle with stairs. The second floor has a master bedroom with a king bed and connected full bath. A desk can be moved from the master bedroom to the loft area above living room for a work space overlooking the ocean. Or move the desk to the master bedroom to make room to open up the queen-sized sofa bed. The Hytta Loft Apartment is connected to the house by a mudroom. This 1 bedroom 1 bath fully stocked space is above the utility room/garage area with its own mini but full kitchen. There is additional sleeping space in the Hytta Loft with a pull out sofa bed. The cathedral ceilings and ocean views from the porch are stunning! Note that the steps leading to the Hytta Loft are a bit narrow and steep and not appropriate for pets or people with mobility issues. A large porch overlooking the ocean (Frenschman's Bay) is accessed through the Hytta Loft Apartment. The property is dog friendly with a large private yard and two crates available. We do not charge pet fees (but will add on a cleaning fee at the end of your stay for any pet messes/excess hair left behind). These separate but connected units are ideal for large groups that want to be together but also have their own space at the end of the day. It is not appropriate for parties, and if everyone is gathered in the main house it will definitely feel cozy. There are three refrigerators and two sets of washer and dryers. Maine weather can be unpredictable and the entire home is protected by a back-up standby generator which will kick on and off automatically as needed if there is a power outage.

Other Details to Note

*** ALL guests should obtain trip insurance. We cannot change booking dates or provide refund when guests no longer want or can stay with us. Trip insurance protects your booking. ***

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Garden or backyard
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

House Rules

The 12 person max is strictly enforced (and includes guests and visitors). All guests and visitors must be included in the total number on the reservation. If guests have more than 12 people at the home they will be asked to leave without a refund. Our dishwasher is small, so you will have to run it multiple times if booking for larger groups. Extra dishwasher pods are provided. There is no dishwasher in the apartment, only on the main house. An additional cleaning fee will be charged for excess dirty dishes if left behind. Quiet hours 10pm-8am. Please respect our neighbors who live in the neighborhood year-round. Smoking is only allowed outside, use container provided for disposal. Please empty container into the trash when you check out. Checking out: If you brought a dog make sure their waste is in the woods or bagged and added to the bagged trash in the dumpster. Please run the dishwasher, hand wash any remaining dishes Clean the grill if you used it, return cushions to the utility room so they are dry for the next guests. Please strip beds and leave dirty linens on the beds. Turn off heat pump (AC). Close and lock exterior windows and doors. Cats are not allowed. Dogs (if applicable) Maximum of 3 dogs per stay. We do not discriminate based on breed although it will feel crowded with larger dogs. A crate and extra bowls are provided but please BYOB (dog bed or blanket). Pets are NOT allowed on couches or beds.Dogs must be leashed for safety and kept off of the neighbor's property. Two outdoor fenced in areas are provided as a convenience, but do not leave dogs outside unattended. My own dog has figured out how to escape from both outdoor pens! Excess barking will not be tolerated and guests will be asked to leave without a refund. Waste must be disposed of into the woods/bushes behind our property, or add bagged poop bags to the kitchen trash that you will put in dumpster upon departure. We do not charge an up-front pet fee, but additional cleaning fees will be charged for excess hair, hair on furniture, or if you do not clean up after your pet. Lint rollers and a vacuum are provided for you to clean up after your pet. Please use towels under the sinks for paws and messes instead of the white bath towels.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Guest Access

Guests have access to the entire home (Hytta House, Hytta Loft Apartment) as well as the large private yard. The home is on 3 acres of land on a private dead-end street.

Reviews

Danielle
October 2025 · Airbnb
This was an excellent place to stay! It was exactly as advertised, clean, easy to find, and very warm and welcoming. Our party of 5 was able to spread out between the house and apartment which was great. The house is located on a private street which we were able to walk in the evenings. The view from the front windows is gorgeous, especially in the fall. Very happy with our overall experience at this duplex and highly recommend it!
Tommy
August 2025 · Airbnb
Amy was an awesome host!! Her local recommendations truly made a huge difference and helped us make the most of our stay! I would highly recommend Amy and her home to anyone looking to explore Maine!!
Corrin
August 2025 · Airbnb
We enjoyed our stay very much! This house was squicky clean and spacious. It's very functional and had all the supplies we needed and more. Amy was proactive in communications. The instructions that she provided was very clear. We hardly had any questions during our stay. The location was very peaceful. The entire family, including our dog, had a great time!
Maria
August 2025 · Airbnb
This home is in a peaceful setting near a lake. Deer roam the area @ dawn & dusk. Great sunsets! The serene, spacious home is tastefully decorated & stocked with linens & essentials. We loved the AC since it was hot. Amy was very responsive to our questions & shared recommendations about places to go/things to do. So glad we stayed here instead of Bar Harbor. The merchants, lobster shacks, ice cream shops & general stores let us focus on the local flavors of Gouldsboro & its nearby towns. Acadia/Bar Harbor is a 30-40-minute drive. Other recommendations? Book a Robertson's sea cruise to see lighthouses & seals; have yummy breakfast @ The Paisley Loon (try the sugar waffles); go antiquing and thrifting; take pix @ Wild Blueberry Land & World's Largest Lobster Trap; eat/drink @ Casa Jalisco; go to Ellsworth for delicious cinnamon buns @ Sweet Spot; and enjoy Me & Ben's Dairy Creme (their blueberry ice cream has real fruit!). Hytta gets 2 thumbs up from us - 4 paws up from our dog.
Edward
August 2025 · Airbnb
Perfect for our group as we were traveling through. Loved that it was two separate spaces but together. Well equipped kitchen to make dinner so we didn’t have to go out after a long travel day.
Kate
August 2025 · Airbnb
We rented both spaces, which was great for our family. The kitchens were well stocked. Amy was incredibly responsive throughout our stay. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets from the living room and enclosed porch. The location is great, it's peaceful and secluded but still close to Schoodic Pensisula. We highly recommend this location for anyone who is looking for a peaceful retreat.

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