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Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated

Family-friendly vacation home in Bar Harbor with a water park

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Marina
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Perched on Mt. Desert Island, this family-owned property offers a spacious 2-bedroom guest house with stunning sunset views. Enjoy the serene surroundings and easy access to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor, while relaxing in the great room with high wood ceilings, bay windows, or unwinding on the rear deck overlooking Western Bay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated

Relax and recharge while exploring Mount Desert Island and nearby Acadia National Park. Located in the peaceful village of Town Hill, our family’s guest house offers comfort, convenience, and breathtaking views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill all on 16 acres of private land.

2025 Updates & Highlights
• Remodeled open kitchen and dining area with updated countertops, lighting, and décor
• New sectional sofa in the upstairs living room
• Fresh paint and updated décor throughout bedrooms and bathrooms
• New high-quality beds: King and Queen with gel memory foam mattresses
• Luxurious linens, pillows, and towels
• Two large Smart TVs (55" and 43") for your entertainment

About the Guest House
• Private, 2-story home on 16 secluded acres
• 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a full second-floor great room
• West-facing views of Clark’s Cove and Blue Hill (ideal for sunsets)
• Located next to the owners’ home (Ralph and Judy), with connected cove-side decks - your privacy is fully respected
• Please note: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King bed, en suite bathroom, spacious enough for a port-a-crib
• Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen bed, sliding glass doors to private deck with water views
• Second Floor Loft: Queen bed and 2 full futons

Second-Floor Great Room
• Queen bed and 2 full futons
• High wood ceilings and bay windows with stunning sunset views
• New sectional sofa with two recliners
• 55" Smart TV with DirecTV, surround sound, and DVD player
• Reading/study nook
• Professional-grade pool table
• Gaming table for cards, puzzles, and board games

Open Kitchen & Dining Area
• Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances
• Keurig and drip coffee makers, microwave, toaster, crockpot
• Cooking basics, dishware, flatware, drinking glasses, and trash bags provided
• Large dining table plus four bar stools
• Laundry room with washer and dryer

Bathrooms & Comfort
• Two full bathrooms
• Fresh linens, towels, beach towels, and chairs included
• Heat pumps (for A/C and heat), radiant and baseboard heat
• Ceiling fans in key areas
• Hair dryer provided
• Automatic generator ensures power during outages

Outdoor Features
• 16 acres of private land with water views
• Rear porch with dining area overlooking Clark’s Cove
• Rocking-chair porch with tree views
• Outdoor grill
• Bocce court, grassy play area, and open space to explore

Location & Accessibility
• 10 miles to Bar Harbor
• 7 miles to Acadia National Park (main entrance at Hulls Cove)
• 2 miles to Town Hill Market, Atlantic Brewing, Mother’s Kitchen, Sassafras, and more
• Close to Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and Ellsworth
• Island Explorer (free seasonal shuttle) available at Town Hill Market
• Airports:
o Hancock County–Bar Harbor Airport: 10-minute drive
o Bangor: 1 hour
o Portland, ME: 3 hours
o Boston, MA: 5–6 hours

Nearby Beaches
• Sand Beach
• Echo Lake
• Seal Harbor Beach

Stay Info & Policies
• Minimum stay requirements:
o 4 nights in May & September
o 5 nights in June, July & August
o 3 nights in the off-season
• No pets (a kennel is located 1 mile away)
• No smoking on the property

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Check-out Time is 10 a.m. Empty the Refrigerator Load and Run the Dishwasher
Leave Trash/Recyclables in the Laundry Room
Leave Used Towels in the Bathrooms Leave Sheets on the Beds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The owners may enter into the cottage within reasonable hours to make repairs if necessary with prior notification.
The owners may enter the cottage at anytime in case of an emergency. The tenant shall notify the owners immediately for any emergency repairs.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number VR1R22-39

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Private Cottage Grounds W/ Water Mountain Views

About the neighborhood

Map
Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Village Green - 18 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 18 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 23 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Lobster Pound - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Island Take Out - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Abel's Lobster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mainely-Meat - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated located?

This family-friendly Bar Harbor vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Atlantic Brewing Company and Acadia National Park. Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Long Pond are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Bar Harbor Guest House with Ocean & Mountain Views – 2025 Renovated Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elle M.

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

Lovely

Wonderful family stay with a wonderful family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Vacation

We enjoyed our trip to Maine. We explored up the coast and stated here for a few days once getting to Bar Harbor. Everything was great and clean, the views were amazing! Very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald W.

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

Fantastic property, wonderful host

Hosts were ver attentive and friendly. I highly recommend this beautiful rental property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for us - 2 sets of married couples and 3 kids. We loved the view from the dining room over the water and being in the woods, quiet and away from traffic. The kids loved playing pool when we weren't out enjoying the park trails and the water. It also helped that the weather was perfect while we were there (60s at night, 70s in the day)!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUS V.

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

Had a great time

Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Town Hill Guest House

We had a very nice stay at this rental. The description was accurate, and the owners were very helpful. We loved the bocci court and pool table, and the views were great. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy F.

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

Beautiful home

We had a fabulous trip in Bar harbor and had a great stay at this property. We had great communication with host and really appreciated their welcoming of us onto their property. We got great recommendations on dining and best way to experience the area. The home had great entertainment area upstairs plus a great view from the deck. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dawn s.

The owners are very warm, friendly, hospitable and helpful. The cottage is beautiful and comfortable

Beautiful view of the cove and bay, great sunsets!! Everything we needed was in the cottage and the location is perfect, away from the crowds but with easy access to all trails and towns on the island. Just a perfect place to relax and use as a home base for a fantastic visit to MDI. We highly recommend this rental and would definitely go back!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Perfect spot!

We absolutely loved our stay here! The views from the property are much nicer than the pictures even appear. The location is absolutely perfect! You are within 20 minutes to Acadia National park as well as Bar harbor. Also very close to mainland if you want to go off the island for anything. Also, our hosts were very gracious, friendly and helpful throughout our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

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

Fantastic Home, Wonderful Hosts

We had such a wonderful, memorable stay in Ralph and Judy's guest cottage, and can't imagine a nicer place to stay in Bar Harbor and Acadia. From the gorgeous view of the cove and wildflowers to their helpful recommendations for walks and hikes to the upstairs billiards table and outside bocce, all of us had a fantastic time. The kitchen is very well equipped, and everything worked perfectly. Highly recommended!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

nancy s.

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

National Park tour

Lovely home. Quiet with beautiful views. Homeowner is welcoming and respectful of your privacy, and a great source for local info. Property manager is responsive and helpful. Comfortable beds for a good night’s rest. We would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Barbara S.

Perfect Spot for Acadia

We had a great week here. The house is comfortable, well equipped and full of extras. Just far enough from the crowds and close enough to everyplace we wanted to visit. Fall colors were at their peak and we could have just stayed in the house all week and had a fine time in the yard and on the deck. Judy and Ralph are perfect hosts. Michael and Barbara

10/10 Excellent

Cary S.

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

Great Location for a Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park Adventure

Judy and Ralph were the perfect hosts. Excellent communication from the start and offered great information and resources for exploring Desert Mountain Island. The cottage was very clean and exactly as presented. Easy access to everything that the island has to offer, including being super close to what we think was the best lobster roll spot, The Travelin' Lobster. Try the Hot Roll!! Can't say enough... such a beautiful place to visit and explore and we got to come back every night to a beautiful sunset over Western Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Family Gateaway

Relaxing cottage with great views and sunsets Accommodating to the children with games and toys. Fully stocked kitchen. We were initially concerned about privacy being that the owners Ralph and Judy live right next to the cottage and can see into the windows but turns out they were nice and gave us our space. Also they were friendly and gave recommendations on where to eat and hike in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

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

Exploring Acadia

Our stay at this VRBO was so enjoyable! Judy and Ralph did a good job communicating before we arrived and were friendly and helpful throughout our whole stay. Our cottage was super clean, a great size for four, and we especially enjoyed the game room for playing pool! The setting was glorious — surrounded by trees but a great view of the cove. The deck was perfect for viewing the gorgeous sunsets. We saw deer, a wild turkey, and heard an owl on two nights! Perfect place to stay while exploring Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah L.

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

Secluded Property yet very close to everything

Stayed in the cottage with two families, we had our 9 year old daughter and my sister's family had a 1 year old son. The property is not large, but the perfect size for our summer vacation. The upstairs game room is perfect for kids to sleep and to hang out. The master bedroom is very large. The second bedroom is tiny, but enough for a couple. The property is clean and has a lovely view. It is secluded and you don't notice the owners next door. The property manager was very very responsive. Lovely visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Vacation

We had an amazing time!! Family of 6 adults fit comfortably. Sunset from deck was definitely the best we have ever seen!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing sunset views from the back deck. Jen and her family provided great recommendations for things to do in the area. One thing to note is that the main bedroom is huge and the 2nd bedroom is a lot smaller which might be awkward for groups of friends sharing the space. We really enjoyed our stay on the quiet side of the park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy G.

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

A great intro to Bar Harbor

Our family's first visit and we hope to be back. Space was great with beautiful views and nice outdoor area and indoor rec area. Wonderful hosts with on point recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Fantastic Vacation Home

We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation home for our four day trip Acadia National Park. The guest house is ideally located for exploring the entire island, beautifully maintained, and offers stunning views. It had plenty of space for our whole family to relax and enjoy. The hosts were incredibly responsive before our arrival and wonderfully accommodating throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Great location and views!

We had the best time on this vacation! The cottage was a great location between what we wanted to do in Acadia and Bar Harbor!! And, the hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Great Vacation Home

Very clean home. Plenty of space and beds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

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

Acadia NP and Bar Harbor Vacation

We had a great time at this beautiful property! It was ideally located to visit all the sites in the area. Gorgeous views and super friendly and helpful hosts! Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy P.

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

Beautiful

The property was beautiful. It was a comfortable stay. We enjoyed our week here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Mo T.

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

Beautiful Cove View

Clean & cozy. Perfect space for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024