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NEW Construction The "Barn Loft"

Apartment with kitchen, near Acadia National Park

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Marina
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to the Barn Loft, surrounded by 5 acres of fields and trees with views of Acadia's western mountains. This spacious open concept living area features a full kitchen, dining space, two bedrooms and two full baths; perfect for six guests. Take in the scenery from deck seating or cozy up indoors with cable and WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

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

NEW Construction The "Barn Loft"

The "Barn Loft" designed by owner/builder was recently completed for the 2023 fall season. Located adjacent to the owner's residence in town Southwest Harbor this property is off the street and surrounded by 5 acres of fields, trees, and views of Acadia's western mountains providing the perfect country escape feeling.
Second floor, completely furnished, spacious open concept living area with full kitchen, dining, 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Master bedroom with king bed and en suite, guest bedroom with 2 double beds.
Maximum occupancy for 6. Cable, WIFI, heat pump, and deck seating.
It should be noted that due to the second floor location, this property would not be suitable for anyone who cannot manage a lengthy staircase, or for small children as the staircase is open (no door, no gate).
The heat pump provides heat and air conditioning and is located in the open living area. Bedrooms do not have air conditioning units however, they do each have fans and thermal blinds.
Sorry no pets, and no smoking.
Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, marina, bus route, and minutes away from Acadia National Park, biking, hiking, swimming, fishing, and boating.
This property truly is the perfect escape.
About the host - Wes is a 6th generation Southwest Harbor native whose passion is spending time outside. He and his wife Dawn decided to start their dream project, so, they began with building the barn in 2020. They are very excited to offer the "Barn Loft" in addition to their sister property the "Barn Studio" (downstairs) #2351157. The Barn Studio is a one-bedroom apartment perfect for those traveling with larger families, grandparents or in laws. The Barn Studio is pet friendly (sorry no pets in the Barn Loft).
The couple's love of the outdoors is the inspiration of their project. They want to provide a relaxing place for vacationers to escape and enjoy the beauty of the quiet side of the island and all that Acadia National Park has to offer.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 21 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do not leave any dirty dishes.
Used towels and bedding can be left in the hall.
Please take all trash to the brown trash bin at the top of the driveway (on the right).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Southwest Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Acadia National Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Flying Mountain Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Asticou Azalea Garden - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 30 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peter Trout’s Restaurant & Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Colonel's Restaurant - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW Construction The "Barn Loft" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NEW Construction The "Barn Loft"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW Construction The "Barn Loft"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW Construction The "Barn Loft" located?

Located in the heart of Southwest Harbor, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Wendell Gilley Museum and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Acadia National Park. Flying Mountain Trailhead and Somes Sound are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

NEW Construction The "Barn Loft" Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Awesome Barn Loft!

Our family had a great stay at the Barn Loft. It was clean, comfortable, quiet, and in a beautiful area! Close enough to Acadia to enjoy all the park has to offer but without all the congestion. We would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathe C.

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

Barn Loft

Very comfortable and convenient to Acadia. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

First time to Maine

We stayed for 3 nights and visited Acadia National Park, the barn spacious,very clean and close to everything and I definitely recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen w.

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

Great place to check out Bar Harbor and Acadia!

Roomy and beautifully done! The hosts were spot on and friendly . Nice kitchen, deck and clean . Short drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor . The little Southwest Harbor town itself around the corner and had a few restaurants and shops to offer . Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina N.

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

New and cozy

We had a great time at the Barn Loft. It was very clean and new. Great location and about 20 mins to Acadia National Park. Hosts were great and we will be recommending this place to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Above and beyond!

My daughters and I stayed here for 5 nights and it was better then we could have imagined. So cozy, this place is a jewel. I can’t encourage viewers enough to snatch up this great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Perfect get-away

This spot was perfect for our trip. Our destination was Acadia NP, The main park is 30 mins away and a couple of hikes are only minutes away. The town of Bar Harbour is also 30 mins away, so the location was great. The place is quiet, with a beautiful balcony and firepit, the pit ran out of propane and within minutes the owners had it replaced, can't ask for more than that. Everything we needed was supplied, beds were comfy and place was clean. Thanks for the hospitality, would stay here again if ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L.

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

Wonderful Vacation Loft

Everything about our stay was great! The loft was exactly as it looked in the photos. It so spacious and comfortable and clean. The bath towels smelled great, the kitchen was well appointed, the outdoor deck a treat. I can be a nervous traveler due to asthma and allergies and the hosts were reassuring and the place great. We had privacy but knew they were available if we had concerns. We would love to return and explore more of Acadia and the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Wonderful stay

After a difficult year, I needed a getaway for some rest and rejuvenation, and The Loft was the perfect setting for that. Beautifully constructed, clean and comfortable, the space provided the respite I needed. Within minutes to downtown Southwest Harbor and a short drive to Acadia, there were endless activities and adventures to enjoy as well. The hosts were responsive and attentive while not being intrusive. I highly recommend them!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Stop scrolling, you found the perfect place to stay!

We absolutely loved our stay in the loft. The location was perfect on the quiet side of the island and the property had beautiful views of Beech Mountain, sunset and their sprawling property. Sit on the deck after a long day of hiking and enjoy a glass with the firepit. Or walk to the shops in Southwest Harbor. The interior is spacious with a large living/dining/kitchen area. The bedrooms were spacious as well and very comfortable. We slept like babies in the quiet and comfort. The attention to detail was masterful. The woodworking was exquisite! I appreciated the level of detail whether planned or not to the plates that reminded me of the Maine flags colors and the glassware all Maine themed. Kitchen was well equipped for our stay. If you are visiting Acadia you can stop searching for your lodging cause you just found it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
There was so much preparation put into this place. They went above and beyond in making the place comfortable and homey. Loved the information book that told us everything from what was expected from us from the stay to where we could go to get groceries, church and a phone number for a taxi if we needed it. Such a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Great place to stay!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Barn loft. Check in and check out was easy, the place was clean and spacious. It was stocked with everything we needed. Location was great! My family had a great time playing Acadia Monopoly. It was an Easy drive to hit the scenic spots. We sat outside on the deck in the evening. We would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best experience at this adorable loft. Our kids loved it too! It was very clean and easy to use and anytime we had a question, our host would respond in a very timely manner. We are a family of 4 and having the two bathrooms and two bedrooms with a spacious communal area gave us all the space we needed. Also, having the outdoor deck was a necessity we didn’t know we needed being in the North fresh air. We saw shooting stars every night while using the gas fire making smores. Another plus was the black out shades because we didn’t realize how early the sun rises out here. We appreciated that otherwise the kids would have been up at the crack of dawn every day! It was easy to drive to NE Harbor and Bar Harbor from this house and it has super cute coffee places around the corner. We also loved being 5 minutes from Beals Lobster Pound. In our opinion the pictures don’t even do the house justice- it was far better in person. You can tell when the host takes pride in their rental properties and these hosts certainly do. It was a great start to our Maine trip and we hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

anna z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect spot for our family of four. We loved being on the quieter side of the island and enjoyed the nearby hikes (Flying Mountain, Acadia Mountain, Beech Cliff, Ship Harbor and Wonderland). The house was immaculate and comfortable. We especially loved the outdoor seating and fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julia M.

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

Good apartment close to Southwest Harbor

We liked being close to town and easy access to Acadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin G.

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

Stay in Acadia

Lovely, clean property and the host was very responsive, kind, and offered suggestions of what to do with my family. My only critiques are that it wasn’t indicated that there was no dishwasher and that the a/c unit is only in the main living area and thus doesn’t cool the bedrooms that well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare Ellen K.

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

Best weekend!!

6 college friends visiting to hike and hangout in bar harbor and had the most fabulous time! My friend forgot an item after we checked out and Dawn immediately shipped it to us the next day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

MDI marathon weekend

This was the perfect place to stay for our groups MDI marathon weekend. We were super close to the finish line in Southwest Harbor, which is more peaceful than Bar Harbor. Both BH and SWH have plenty of great restaurants and Bar Harbor is only a 15 minute beautiful drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart L.

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

Great long weekend!

Everything about this rental was wonderful. The newly-renovated space--so open and comfortable. We loved being able to walk to restaurants and across the "causeway" to a great hike in Acadia at Flying Mountain. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Well Equipped

Loved this property and will recommend to family planning to visit Bar Harbor/Acadia! Kitchen was well equipped for basic meals, VERY clean and great amenities (loved the availability of kitchen staples and cleaning supplies). Felt so homey and comfortable! Bonus points for blackout shades in the bedrooms! The host was very helpful and responded quickly during the stay to answer our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Z.

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

Beautiful place

A beautiful place with everything you need to make your stay perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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

Review

Overall great place. Could use a garbage disposal and dishwasher however.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Lovely Getaway

This was one of the best vacation rentals we've booked. It was perfect for our family and we would love to stay at the Barn Loft again. My 3 stars for the listing is because we thought the bedrooms would have AC, but there is only 1 AC unit in the main living area and it was hot the week we were there. It was a quiet area for the most part, but during the middle of the day while our kids were napping, there was a constant shutting of doors from someone working outside. It was quite annoying. They do have quiet hours listed from 10p - 8a, which we appreciated, but felt bad for those below us because we do have 2 toddlers that wake up at 6:30a. We did our best to keep them quiet! Overall, it was a great experience and we hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy B.

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

Excellent!!

A great place to stay for our Acadia exploration. New, clean, quiet, and very comfortable. The place had everything we needed! Very highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Great Week in Acadia

The "Barn Loft" was a GREAT place for 4 of us to spend a week exploring Acadia. It is in a great location and was clean and in wonderful condition. The fire pit on the deck was a nice surprise! Dawn was a wonderful host and very responsive to my questions before we arrived. The check in process was very easy. We will probably be booking again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024