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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We’ve been looking as well.  I can’t believe how expensive Maine is in the summer.  Seems like we need a big budget for family of 5.  Is it worth it?  [/quote]

Is it? Maybe if you reserve late. Last summer we rented a cute little house for 5 people in Bar Harbor for a week for about $2000. Was in easy walking distance of downtown and was very comfortable.[/quote]

Yeah, I've not had issues finding affordable lodging on Mt. Desert Island.  I've had good luck finding cottages through this website: https://www.bhacr.com/

They are likely fully booked BUT I do recommend "Bass Harbor Campground" and renting one of their camping cabins.  I would 100% bring your own large electric burner and stock pot so you can cook lobsters.  I think the cabins go for about $600-700 a week.  There's a pool, playground, laundry facilities, and a good-sized dog run.  My kids loved it and it's on the quiet side of the island so you are near several great trails for kids.

I've also enjoyed visiting "Deer Isle" and checking out Stonington.  It is super cute!! We stayed at the Oakland House Seaside Inn and Cottages and they are very likely booked but it's worth checking out!! It's a terrific spot with a private beach (with a lovely wooden rocking swing), some private hiking, a beautiful property with games and kayaks for rent, and they had a lovely breakfast.  you pay extra but they have a super cute tradition where they provide a fancy breakfast and offer each child a small, special stuffed animal (all local animals)...my kids absolutely adored it!!! They felt SO SO big.  There's some really beautiful hiking on Deer Isle as well.

I do really love Portland as well but it's honestly one of the most expensive places I have ever visited.  Portland is definitely worth a visit, but be prepared for a splurge for even a simple meal.  [/quote]

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