With more than three dozen flavors to choose from-including fan favorites like blueberry cheesecake and moose tracks-the portions are a good size at a reasonable price. Bob says the Maine cows are what make the ice cream taste like it’s from heaven. Owners Bob and Cathy Wisecarver have been overseeing operations since 2008. The Culinary Scene in Bar Harbor and BeyondĪfter a day of hiking in Acadia, be sure to treat yourself to some freshly made ice cream at Udder Heaven Ice Cream Retreat. There are also so many other great activities in Bar Harbor, including Whale Watching boat tours and walks along the Shore Path and across Bar Island at low tide, kayaking, and more. Two great routes are the Jordan Pond and Eagle Lake paths-sure to allow for plenty of time for stops to see beavers, frogs, turtles, and other wildlife. If you’re traveling with bikes, Acadia has 45 miles of beautiful, well-maintained carriage roads that are wide and allow plenty of room for bikers (no cars allowed). Go to Maine Trail Finder to find other great hiking options. It’s good for families and has beautiful wild flowers as well as great views. For a different part of the park, head to Flying Mountain Trail, located near Southwest Harbor. The amazing views will keep you going on this three-mile hike, and you’ll end at Sand Beach where you can have a picnic and enjoy the water.Īnother iconic hike is South Bubble Mountain, which is a short hike with an amazing pay off at the top. You’ll walk along the Atlantic Ocean past Newport Cove and Thuderhole and up Gorham Mountain (for an added level of fun, make sure to take the Cadillac cliff detour). One of the best is the Gorham Mountain and Ocean Path Loop, which has amazing views of the coastal mountains, rocky coastline, and Mount Desert Island. If you’re into hiking, there are some fabulous trails that are not difficult to ascend but offer stunning views. In fact, Dougherty notes that some families have been coming each summer for 20 to 30 years. “We’ve found so often that people find us because of our location and the stunning ocean views, but they come back the next visit because we care about making that first visit so special.” The repeat visitor number is quite high-above 50 percent for July-September. “There are a lot of oceanfront properties in the world, but the views from our rooms and the property are truly special.” Access to the historic Shore Path right out the door, leading into Bar Harbor and just minutes from Acadia National Park really check off a lot of boxes for travelers. So what makes this property so special? “I don’t know of a lot of properties so privileged in location as we are,” says general manager Jeremy Dougherty. The upstairs of the suite has a large balcony overlooking the coastline. The nine two-bedroom loft suites are ideal for families the main bedroom has a king bed, the second bedroom has two queen beds, two bathrooms (one has an oversized Jacuzzi bath) and a spacious living room with a fireplace. The beautifully manicured gardens give the property a tranquil, calm feel.
Yet renovations are continuous, so the property feels updated and fresh on the inside.
The property is historic, with the main building dating back to 1887.
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