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Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr.

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Exterior
Marina
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr.

This apartment rents Saturday to Saturday.

Little Island House is a two story home in Bass Harbor, on the water, with two apartments, an Upstairs and a Downstairs apartment, which are totally separated.

One enters the Upstairs level by the outside stairway to the deck and sliding glass door. Step into the living room area, with a floor-to-ceiling granite fireplace and cathedral ceiling with skylight. Airy and light, it has large windows facing the harbor on three sides, a sofa and coffee table, ROKU TV, two armchairs by the fireplace.

The dining area follows, with an oval wooden table and four chairs, two corner lamps on small tables.

The kitchen, with tile counters and hardwood floor, is well supplied and has a great view of its own. You'll find everything you need for cooking (including a lobster pot), coffee, or wine. Four burner gas stove, fridge. Kitchen linens. Cleaning supplies under the sink.

A study area at the foot of the stairs to the bedroom is perfect for setting up your computer, writing, or 'working from home' (high speed Internet).

The third-floor bedroom, with skylight and window, has a queen-size bed, large closet, two dressers, and louvered windows that open up inside to the cathedral ceiling and stone chimney.

The bathroom/shower are around the corner from the kitchen.

The apartment sleeps two. It has central heat for the off season, excellent ventilation in summer, and all the firewood one would like. All linens (bed, bath, and kitchen) are included. Immaculately clean, lovely decor. No smoking, no pets.

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Glad to be on 'the quiet side': Views are beautiful. Bass Harbor has been photographed for the cover of a National Geographic book about New England and has been the site of several movies. The lobster fishing boats are always interesting, and if you love wildlife, eagles soar over the harbor daily. We counted twelve herons in the low tide one September day and have watched loons, ducks, terns, and gulls work the harbor.

Although we're only thirty minutes from Bar Harbor, we are essentially very different. Bass Harbor is a small fishing village and working harbor on the southern end of Mount Desert Island. We're called 'The quiet side of the Island.' There's plenty to do here: The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Wonderland and Ship Harbor (part of Acadia National Park) are only a mile or two away. At Little Island Marine, the small boatyard which shares the peninsula with the house, Island Cruises makes nature trips Monday through Saturday, and charters private fishing or sailing trips. Restaurants are within easy walking distance.

See reviews on Tripadvisor.

Top things to do in Bass Harbor

* Visit Acadia National Park
* Take an 'Island Cruise'
* Eat at long-time local restaurants
* Rent a boat for the day at Island Cruises
* Buy lobster/crabmeat fresh

Top things to do on a budget

* Visit Acadia National Park
* Walk through our lovely village
* Enjoy watching eagles, etc.
* Cook out on the deck, at water's edge
* Watch Maine's 3rd largest lobster fleet at work

Top things to do with a family

* Explore the National Park
* Spend the day at the beach
* Have a cookout
* Enjoy 'Island Cruises', 2-hr. boat ride

Property manager

Charlene Strauss

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 23 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Outpost - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gott's Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tan Turtle Tavern - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Ketch Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead. Wonderland Trail Trailhead is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Upstairs level of two story home (Downstairs is a separate rental) in Bass Hbr. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Getaway

Sunset looking over the harbor on the deck amazing views! The house was very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Great place to stay on the quiet side of MDI; well appointed and very clean, gracious host.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcia g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Wonderful home with the views that you dream about. Spacious spotless and quiet- sunset a plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking location

When we walked in we were in awe of the view from all of the windows in the home. It was very clean and beautifully furnished. We were very close to Thurstons for delicious lobster. I would recommend this rental property to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy & LInda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Wonderful views of Bass Harbor. Looking forward to coming back
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone K., Princeton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Nice place to stay on the quiet side of the island, very much enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on the quiet side

The view of Bass Harbor out our windows and our private deck was beautiful! The house was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped. We are discussing when we can come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You won’t be disappointed

The Little Island house has magnificent views of the harbor and inlet. The home is clean, the host have provided everything you would need for a stay. There is great communication with the hosts. Lastly, the town has lots of restaurants and shops and is not too far from Bar Harbor. There are many great hikes just minutes away and several ponds for paddle boarding/kayaking. There is something for everyone!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acadia National Park Trip

This lovely upstairs cottage was super clean and had all the supplies possible needed for our stay. We enjoyed the water view during high tide. Certainly interesting to see how low the water level is during low tide twice a day, Very quiet on this side of the island. Close to a couple of beautiful trails and the Lighthouse. Easy to communicate with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D., Lagayette

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view!

Wonderful location. Very clean. Peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reginald L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars!!!

The property was very neat and clean. This is our 2nd time staying here and it was jist as nice as the first time. Very satisfied!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R., Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Vacation

Our stay was amazing. The view was amazing and relaxing. The house was amazing and extremely clean. Well appointed and comfortable, felt like home. It was hard to leave. Loved watching the lobster boats. This is a great place and we can't say enough about it. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone K., Princeton, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

A fantastic place to stay, I have enjoyed my time here several times over the last years - spacious, clean and well appointed apartment, and a gracious host, great communication.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

seth m., Brooklyn NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such A Lovely Spot That we Came Back Again for Two Weeks This Time

Perfect spot to appreciate MDI with a 270 degree view of Bass Harbor — which is a scenic working harbor on MDI. Everything was as promised and very responsive hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Island Gem

This was our first trip to Mt. Desert Island. We loved that the house was located right at the water's edge. It was very comfortable and we enjoyed watching the activity of the harbor. We also enjoyed a number of sensational sunsets from the deck. We would love to come back and stay longer next time as we felt we only scratched the surface of things to do in Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myra H., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views- beyond expectations!

This was a really wonderful place to stay in all ways. It was on the quiet side of the island, which we loved. The views from the condo are spectacular, the place was very well cared for and well equipped and was such a comfortable place to be. The owner was really responsive and kind. We took a wonderful nature cruise that was family run by the owners kids and loved it! We had to leave a day early but will definitely try to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth m., Brooklyn NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quintessential Mount Desert Island

Beautiful apartment with 270 Degree Views. Great sunset views. Perfect stay on the quiet side of MDI. We love to look out in the working harbor and see the lobster boats come and go. Very comfortable Nicely furnished place with a well equipped kitchen. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we wanted!

This property is located in a very quiet neighborhood with the best views of what makes Maine iconic - mountains, water, boats, fog, wildlife. It was simply a spot that was good for the soul. We were torn each day with exploring and hiking or sitting on the deck to enjoy the changing tides and the beautiful sunsets. It was clean, so well stocked, and had hosts who were receptive to our questions. I honestly hate to share information on this little slice of Maine and keep it to ourselves, but share, I will! Make the reservation, and enjoy! Thank you for being a huge part of our ninth stay in Maine. We do love it there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire H., Cary, North Carolina

Stunning views, super convenient and superbly appointed rental

I knew the property would have wonderful views...and it didn't disappoint! Based on other reviews, I was expecting it to be nice, but wow! First impression was that it is bigger than I thought it would be. That's always a nice surprise! It was spotlessly clean and the kitchen is top notch with fabulous appliances and finishes (no ice maker, but there are ice cube trays). We cooked a lot of our meals and there wasn't one thing missing from the kitchen in terms of supplies and even spices. We steamed lobster twice (bought them at Thurston's across the harbor) in the lobster pot. The bed is super comfy! The big fireplace came in handy one chilly morning. The owners are very responsive and truly want you to feel at home... The harbor is endlessly interesting with all the lobster boats coming and going. The dock near the house is the departure point for Island Cruises which we took and it was FANTASTIC! We saw eagles, seals and got to learn a bit about the lobster fishing trade. It's an easy, scenic drive to Acadia and even more so to the spots on the Quiet side. One thing to be aware of is that there are a lot of stairs and they're a bit steep going up to the entrance and there are also stairs up to the bedroom from the living area ...if climbing stairs is a problem, this is probably not the place for you. Other than that, I couldn't recommend this place more!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Island House

We couldn't believe this place when we arrived. It was absolutely spotless. So spotless, in fact, that you could eat off the floor! There wasn't a even a mark on the wall! The watercolor of the Little Island House hanging on the dining room wall was beautiful as well. And we couldn't have asked for a better view. Waking up each morning to the sunrise and enjoying the sunset at night was incredible! It was so quiet and serene even with a tourist attraction next door and neighbors below us! I would recommend this place to anyone. Charlene, you outdid yourself! We didn't want to leave but we hope to come back some day. David and Linda McLean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kate f., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem in Bass Harbor

Stunning location, comfortable and clean. We enjoyed everything about this rental. It is one of the best-stocked VRBO’s I have stayed in. We wanted to stay forever!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S., Worcester MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat with spectacular scenery

My husband and I loved our week here in Bass Harbor. The cottage was perfect and met our expectations ten fold. This property is of the nicest VBRO properties we have rented over the years! Being on the quiet side away from all the people and the touristy places was perfect for us! The sunsets views every evening were a bonus! Thanks Charlene for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Great place to stay. Will go back again and agoain.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

East Coast Retirement 2022

Little house on Bass Harbor so pleasant! Pretty sunsets, activity in the fishing harbor to watch, close to Thurstons Lobster House restaurant…. Just a great location & close to other things to do in the area!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic getaway!

This apartment was perfect for my boyfriend and I. Cute, clean, and in the perfect location. Close to Bar Harbor and Acadia, but away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy areas. We loved it and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021