At Acadia Yurts, we offer both — and guests often ask us which one to choose. The honest answer is: it depends on who you are and what kind of getaway you're after. Here's a breakdown to help you decide.
The Yurt Experience
Our yurts are round, warm, and genuinely unlike anything you've ever slept in. The 30-foot yurt sleeps up to six people and features an enclosed bedroom with a queen bed, a lofted bedroom, a queen-size sleeper sofa, a full kitchen with a range and dishwasher, heat and A/C, and a full bathroom with a stand-up shower. Our 24-foot yurts sleep up to four and come with a kitchenette, queen bed, and sleeper sofa.
What makes a yurt feel different is its atmosphere. The circular form, the lattice walls, the skylight dome — being inside one feels cozy and alive in a way a standard cabin doesn't. They're social spaces. The open floor plan lends itself to gathering, cooking together, playing cards and listening to the nature outside.
Yurts are ideal for: families, groups of friends, couples who want extra space, anyone who wants a genuinely memorable, immersive experience.
The Tiny House Experience
Our custom-built tiny houses are sleek, self-contained, and designed for two. Each unit has a queen bed, a full bathroom with stand-up shower, a kitchenette with stove and refrigerator, and A/C. They're compact by design — but in the best possible way. Everything is thoughtfully placed and the whole space feels intentional rather than cramped.
There's something clarifying about staying in a tiny house. You're not managing a big space — you're settling in, slowing down, and focusing on each other and the landscape outside your door. It's a natural fit for couples on a romantic getaway, solo travelers, or anyone who appreciates clean, efficient design.
Tiny houses are ideal for: couples, solo travelers, anyone who wants a quiet, intimate retreat without distractions.
The Things They Share
Both options include everything you need: linens and towels, kitchen essentials, heat and A/C for year-round comfort, a Weber charcoal grill, Adirondack chairs, and access to the communal fire pit with free firewood. You also get the same access to the surrounding property and — with an appointment — our wellness center with its floatation tank, infrared sauna, yoga classes, and massage therapy.
Neither option has daily housekeeping, which we find most guests actually appreciate. It keeps things low-key and private.
So, Which Should You Book?
If you're traveling with a group or a family, want more space, or just love the idea of sleeping under a domed ceiling in a round structure surrounded by Maine forest — the yurt is your answer. If it's just the two of you and you want something intimate, architectural, and quietly spectacular — the tiny house won't disappoint.
Either way, you're waking up on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island with Acadia National Park at your doorstep. You really can't go wrong.