Cozy Maine Yurt Retreat in Downeast Maine with Hot Tub, Wood Stove & Shared Graham Lake Access 🌲🔥🛁
Escape to a one-of-a-kind Maine getaway at The Downeast Collective | Yurt, a peaceful wooded retreat in Waltham, Maine with shared access to beautiful Graham Lake. Perfectly positioned between lake life and coastal adventure, this cozy yurt offers a unique glamping-style stay just 20 minutes from downtown Ellsworth and approximately 35 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. 🌲🏕️
Whether you are planning a romantic Maine escape ❤️, a peaceful nature retreat 🌿, or a memorable family adventure 👨👩👧👦, this yurt delivers the perfect mix of rustic charm, modern comfort, and easy access to some of Downeast Maine’s best destinations.
After a day exploring Acadia’s trails 🥾, kayaking on Graham Lake 🛶, visiting Bar Harbor 🌊, or discovering the Ellsworth area, return to your private wooded setting and unwind in the private outdoor hot tub under the stars. ✨ Enjoy a quiet evening by the fire pit 🔥, cook dinner on the charcoal grill, cozy up beside the wood-burning stove, or relax inside with heat, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a Smart TV.
This is the perfect home base for guests looking to experience Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, Graham Lake, and the quiet beauty of the Maine woods all in one trip. 🌲🏞️
🏕️ THE SPACE
This cozy yurt is designed for comfort, simplicity, and connection with nature. Inside, you will find a warm and inviting layout with a full-size bed on the main level and a loft with a queen-sized futon for additional sleeping space.
The yurt is best suited for couples, small families, or close friends looking for a unique Maine stay with access to outdoor adventure and peaceful relaxation.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements
Main Level: Full-size bed
Loft: Queen-sized futon
Maximum overnight occupancy: 4 guests
⚠️ Loft & Ladder Safety: The loft is accessed by a ladder. Please use caution and supervise children at all times. We recommend young children sleep on the main floor.
🏡 INSIDE THE YURT
The yurt includes the essentials needed for a comfortable and convenient stay while keeping the experience relaxed and nature-focused.
Indoor amenities include:
📶 Wi-Fi
📺 Smart TV
❄️🔥 Heating and air conditioning through a mini-split system
🪵 Cozy wood-burning stove for chilly Maine evenings
🚰 Potable drinking water
🍳 Kitchenette with sink
🧊 Apartment-size refrigerator
🔥 Microwave
☕ Drip coffee maker
🍳 Portable single-burner induction cooktop
🥘 Induction-compatible cookware
💧 Brita water pitcher
🚿 Private bathroom
🛏️ Comfortable and thoughtfully designed interior
The yurt has potable water available for drinking, cooking, and everyday use, so guests can enjoy the unique yurt experience without sacrificing this important convenience. 💧
The wood-burning stove adds a beautiful Maine cabin feel, especially during cooler evenings. 🪵 Firewood is not provided, so guests planning to use the stove should bring their own.
🌲 OUTDOOR AMENITIES
Step outside and enjoy the peaceful wooded setting, fresh Maine air, and relaxing outdoor spaces.
Outdoor features include:
🛁 Private outdoor hot tub
🚿 Private outdoor shower
🔥 Fire pit with Adirondack chairs
🍔 Charcoal grill
🌲 Peaceful wooded surroundings
🏞️ Shared Graham Lake access nearby
🚤 Seasonal dock and community boat launch access
🌌 Great location for stargazing, relaxing, and reconnecting with nature
🌊 SHARED GRAHAM LAKE ACCESS
Guests have shared access to Graham Lake, located approximately a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive from the yurt. This is a wonderful spot for swimming 🏊, paddling 🛶, relaxing by the water, or enjoying a quiet Maine lake day.
The shared lake area includes:
🛶 Seasonal dock access
🚤 Community boat launch
🚶 Pedestrian path to the common lake area
🧺 Picnic-style setting
🏊 Access for swimming
🛶 Kayaking and canoeing opportunities
🌅 Peaceful lakeside relaxation
Please note: Kayaks, canoes, watercraft, and life jackets are not provided. Guests should bring their own safety and marine gear. No lifeguard is on duty, and swimming is at your own risk.
📍 LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
This yurt is tucked away in a quiet wooded setting while still offering convenient access to some of the best destinations in the Acadia and Downeast Maine region.
Approximate drive times:
🌊 Graham Lake Access – 5 minutes
🚌 Acadia Gateway Center – 15 minutes
🛍️ Downtown Ellsworth – 20 minutes
⚓ Bar Harbor – 35 minutes
🥾 Acadia National Park – 35 minutes
🌊 Schoodic Peninsula – Great day-trip option
Spend your days hiking Acadia National Park, watching sunrise from Cadillac Mountain 🌅, exploring downtown Bar Harbor, visiting local lobster shacks 🦞, biking Acadia’s carriage roads 🚲, antique hunting in Ellsworth, or enjoying a quiet lake day at Graham Lake.
Then come home to your private yurt retreat, soak in the hot tub 🛁, enjoy the fire pit 🔥, and relax beneath the Maine stars. ✨
🥾 NEARBY THINGS TO DO
This location is ideal for guests who want access to both inland Maine and the coast.
Popular nearby activities include:
🥾 Hiking in Acadia National Park
⚓ Exploring Bar Harbor
🌅 Visiting Cadillac Mountain
🏊 Swimming and paddling at Graham Lake
🚗 Scenic drives along the Downeast coast
🌊 Visiting Schoodic Peninsula
🦞 Dining in Ellsworth and Bar Harbor
🛍️ Antique shopping
🦅 Wildlife watching
🌌 Stargazing
🛁 Relaxing in the hot tub after a day of adventure
☕ LOCAL FOOD & FAVORITES
Guests will be close to several great local stops throughout Ellsworth, Trenton, and Bar Harbor, including coffee shops, lobster restaurants, BBQ, wineries, bakeries, and casual Maine dining.
Nearby guest favorites include:
☕ Farm Stand Coffee House in Trenton
🍰 Momo’s Cheesecake in Ellsworth
🦞 Union River Lobster Pot in Ellsworth
🍖 Mainely Meat BBQ in Bar Harbor
🦞 The Travelin’ Lobster in Bar Harbor
🍽️ Side Street Café in Bar Harbor
🍷 Bar Harbor Winery
⚠️ IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
👥 Maximum overnight occupancy is 4 guests.
👨👩👧👦 Day visitors are permitted up to a total property headcount of 6 people.
🚫 No pets are permitted. Service animals are welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
🤫 Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
🚫 No parties, events, smoking, or vaping are permitted.
🚗 Parking is available for 2–3 standard vehicles.
🚫 RVs, commercial trucks, popup campers, and trailers are not permitted.
🌲 The property is located in a natural wooded setting with uneven terrain, wildlife, ticks, seasonal weather, and rural gravel roads.
🪵 Firewood is not provided for the wood stove or fire pit.
🛶 Watercraft and life jackets are not provided for lake use.
💧 Potable water is available at the yurt.
⚠️ The loft is accessed by a ladder. Please use caution and supervise children at all times.
🏕️ YURT STAY DISCLAIMER
Please note that this property is a traditional canvas yurt, offering a unique glamping experience that allows you to enjoy nature while still having many of the comforts of home.
Because the walls are made of canvas rather than traditional construction materials, the yurt has minimal insulation. Temperatures inside will naturally fluctuate with the weather outside. While heating and AC are provided to help keep the space comfortable, the yurt may feel cooler during cold nights and warmer on hot summer days than a conventional home or cabin.
🚌 WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS STAY
One of the biggest perks of this location is the Acadia Gateway Center, which offers fare-free Island Explorer shuttle service to attractions throughout the Acadia and Bar Harbor area. 🚌🌲
The Island Explorer shuttle pickup zone is located directly outside the front doors of the main welcome building. Inside, guests can also purchase park passes, use the restrooms, and grab physical maps.
The fare-free buses generally run every 30 minutes, making it an excellent option for exploring the area without worrying about parking at some of the busiest Acadia destinations.
Guests love this yurt because it offers something different from a standard cabin, hotel, or coastal rental. ❤️ It combines the charm of a peaceful Maine woods retreat with modern comforts like Wi-Fi, heat, air conditioning, a Smart TV, potable water, private hot tub, kitchenette, and access to Graham Lake.
It is close enough to Acadia and Bar Harbor for easy day trips, but far enough away to enjoy quiet evenings, fewer crowds, and a more relaxing Maine experience. 🌲✨
Book your stay at The Downeast Collective – The Yurt and enjoy the best of Maine’s woods, lake life, and coastal adventure from one unforgettable retreat! 🏕️🌊🔥🛁✨