Reconnect lakeside private waterfront & mainhouse. 45 mins drive to AcadiaNP! | House in 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 H.E. 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 T.V.’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 1.5 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@yahoo.com
2072667560 please text me and questions

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