Lakefront home, water-view porch

At Blue Jay, Green Lake feels close enough to be part of the room. Floor-to-ceiling windows line the open living and kitchen space, while the screened porch overlooks the water and the beach is only a few steps away.

Four upstairs bedrooms sleep eight guests: two queen rooms facing the water and two rooms with full beds. Every bedroom has blackout shades, and the fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer make a longer stay straightforward. All bedrooms require stairs; Chickadee next door is the better fit for guests who need a step-free stay.

Outside are a grill, fire pit and outdoor dining, with the beach shared only with Chickadee. Shared kayaks, paddleboards and a canoe are included. There are no televisions, but fast fiber Wi-Fi works throughout the home. Acadia and Bar Harbor are approximately 45 minutes away.