Location: Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, Acadia, Maine, USA (Bar Harbor, Bernard Maine)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Bar Harbor Maine Oceanfront Home, dog friendly. high speed, fenced in yard, Bar Harbor, Bernard Maine, lobster village, acadia national park, private pebble beach, kayaks, bikes, harbor views,
Situated on the harbor, overlooking Bass Harbor's comings and goings of the local lobster men and yachtsmen, this historic village offers Thurston's famous restaurant ,that you can walk to in 3 minutes, a quaint village and private beach. This harbor is famous on Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park, for being the most photographed and painted working harbors in Maine. The famous Bass Harbor lighthouse is only 5 minutes away. Bar Harbor is a 15 min drive to the other side of the island. Kayak right from this oceanfront home, or just relax on the many decks and enjoy the view.
This oceanfront/shore front home offers beautiful views of Cadillac Mountain and the working harbor all day. Photograph the many artists and photographers coming to this spot to capture Maine's beauty.
This is a great find in America's favorite coastal Maine (Bernard) destination. The cottage offers a fireplace, a great place to read, windows overlooking the harbor from the living room, or take a walk through the fishing village. Charming architectural details, attractive furnishings, a fenced in yard, and lovely flowers make this a wonderful spot for your stay. This home is right on the ocean with steps going down for your exploring, plus a fenced in yard, and gardens. The large yard is great for children and dogs.
An easel is on site, for the artistic ones. An office area overlooks the harbor is equipped with high speed internet, DSL, and fax machine, for those who need to stay in touch. This home also has excellent cell phone coverage for many providers. Call today, we can help you book the best activties as well...the only luxury home on the island...that really serves you..We are Maine Registered Guides and really know the area...
Many of the homes on our island cannot receive cell phone coverage, you need to ask before arriving for your convenience.
This home is within 2-5 minutes of Acadia National Park where you can enjoy biking, hiking, running, kayaking, or mountain climbing. Spend your week enjoying nature by day and curling up to the fireplace at night. Come to the Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor and see what Bernard has to offer..
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : large, newer front loader washer / dryers
- Dryer : large new front loader and dryer
- Linens Provided : fine linens, replaced each year,
- Off Street Parking : can park 2-3 cars comfortably
- Gas Fireplace : in living area
- Beds
- King Bed : Deep Pillow bed, new, on main level....the best of the best..
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : 4 Deep pillow beds,new- 2 in one bedroom and 2 in another bedroom...
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : in living area, and in one of the bedrooms upstairs..
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : feel free to bring your own, have some movies there
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : complete with the lobster pot and cook books from our own local lobstermen and women...
- Cooking Utensils Provided : with lobster pot and full kitchen with spices
- Refrigerator : new side by side..w/icemaker
- Dishwasher : new dishwasher..
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : fully equipped and tank changed out / w extra tank available ....please make sure you shut off the gas however...
- Deck/Patio : all over the place...we have 2 different decks to enjoy the views of cadillac mountain and the harbor from..
- Balcony : yes - part of our fantastic deck...
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Rocky Beach, as all of Downeast Maine is..the Real Maine..
- Oceanfront : Shorefront with steps to the private pebble beach, note Maine water is cold- high for water typical is 45 degrees, so none of Maine's coast is that swimmable - great warmer lakes nearby, within 5 miles, in Acadia National Park
- Water View : of course, you are on the ocean/harbor...watch the yachts sailing yachts tack in from overseas...and watch all the local lobstermen..last lobster village left on the East Coast
- Mountain View : you can see Cadillac Mountains and all the western mountains you may want to hike while you are there, only 5 minute drive..
- Communications
- Telephone : Plus fax and copier on site
- Broadband Internet : One of the few homes with high speed and cell phone coverage....
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : yes wireless high speed, or plug in -- whatever you want..
- Other Amenities
- Fax machine and copier, high speed and art easel are available. The art easel is portable so you can take it with you to a site....
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Fenced in yard for dogs goes to the shore. Only dogs please. No puppies.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : you must be 25 years of age
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Croquet, Rock Climbing, Kayaking best with Maine Registered Guides
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 1st to June 1st, $2500 weekly only , as per law
June 1st- Sept 7th, 2012.....$ 3500 (weekly only,as per law set on island)
Sept 7th-Nov. 1st, 2010...$2500 weekly only
Linens Included, Damage deposit is : $500, Dog Fee is $50
Add Tax of 10%, Maine tax
Sorry winter 2011 is booked, wait list, 150 servciecharge if canceled once booked.
all monies due 90 days before, no refunds, unless re-booked & then service charge
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Bar Harbor
hiking, biking, etc, acadia national park
The Unique Benefits of this House
watching real Maine, the lobstermen, the harbor, hike , bike, cross country skiing, running trails, acadia national park
Property Photos
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- Walk to Thurstons Restaruant adn Lobster Pound - Acadia Vacation Home
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- Large Fenced in Back Yard to Shore - Acadia Vacation Home
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- Deck Overlooking Harbor & Shore, Enjoy morning Coffee or Drinks on the Deck with - Acadia Vacation Home
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- Your View from the Deck & Living Room
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- Living Area Overlooking Harbor
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- Dining Area Overlooking Harbor
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- Living Area Overlooking Water
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- Kitchen Overlooking Harbor
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- Master Bedroom Overlooking the Harbor/ Ocean
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- Bedroom Upstairs w/Deep Pillow Twin Mattresses, w/TV,
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- Bedroom Upstairs w/deep Pillow Mattresses, Overlooking Harbor
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- More Decks & Fenced In Yard, with Our Dogs Playing
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- Entrance to Your Vacation
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- View to Gardens in Front
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- Great Views to Harbor & Cadillac Mountain from all decks
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- If you have to work, enjoy the view
Traveler Reviews (11)
perfect honeymoon!
Guest: lemon7218
(pittsburgh, pa)
Date of Stay: 09/14/09
Review Submitted: 09/28/09
the location was perfect: private but not far from the park or bar harbor. we couldnt have been happier with the house. we spent every evening cooking fresh seafood before relaxing on the deck to watch the harbor. a little big for just the two of us, but we will definitely return soon with relatives and/or friends. wont hesitate to rent this cottage again and are making plans for our return!
Owner response:Thanks for staying with us, we hope to see you each year! Hope you had the oppurtunity to meet the local lobsterman, with the fresh catch.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Perfect Retreat
Guest: South Carolinian
(Greenville, SC)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/14/11
This felt just like home! Beautiful yard with many flowers and blueberries! The dog loved the fenced area. And it was well cared for. Gardners came every other day to water and trim. The house was just as the pictures depicted. Very comfortable beds and linens! The kitchen was well appointed and the washer and dryer came in handy with two little boys. We ate in a couple of nights and the rest of the time we at lobster, yummm. Thurston's Lobster Pound was within walking distance. We loved Acadia National Park and the restaurant at Jordan Pond for lunches. It was so divine smelling the tides, listening to the lobstermen as they chugged out at 4 am and back in the afternoon with fresh lobster. It was peaceful. It was rejuvinating. It was perfect! Hope to return!
Owner response:Thank you for staying with us, We would love to have you back! That home is special, my husband and I had our first date across Bass Harbor there, over 15 years ago now. We did not even realize it until we bought the place, stood on the deck and said isn't that our restaurant? So we are especially glad to hear you had such memorable moments as we did and still do.. Acadia and the town of Bernard is very beautiful, as well as Bar Harbor.. Thanks again! Leslie & Tom
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
climbed Beech Mt.
Guest: Mark & Cindy
(NY)
Date of Stay: 09/18/10
Review Submitted: 01/04/11
Thank you for the view from the deck and the peacful sounds around the home. Our two Brittany Spaniels loved running from the front to the back. We have hiked everyday. There are so many places to go & so many different hikes from easy to difficult, obviously the dogs have slept well at night! We also climbed the Beech Mt. -beautiful sights from the top.
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Wonderful Vacation Home
Guest: Knoxvill, Tennessee
(NY)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/03/11
Dear Leslie & Tom You have created wonderful vacation home for all your guests--especially the furry ones! The flowers adn gardens add so much beauty, then fenced in yard everyone loved for playing. you thought of everything,in the cottage..Perfect... I had my best vacation here, this home is so convenient..Most of all we loved staying right here, watching the comings and goings of all the boats and the beauty. we appreciate all the effort you put forth to provide your guests such an unforgettable experience...
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perfect!
Guest: Dave and Paula
(NY)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10
Review Submitted: 12/30/10
You have created a wonderful vacation home for all your guests-especially the furry ones! Our little 10 lb. Riley loved the fenced yard for playing. The flowers & gardens add so much to the beauty. You thought of everything in the cottage-perfect!My husband and son and I had our best vacation ever here. Favorites were the kayaking and biking the carriage roads.It was so convenient to order takeout from Thurston's and sit on the deck here and enjoy the meal!My best memory will be having lunch on a spectacular day under a tree with by family at Jordan Pond. We appreciate all the effort you put forth to provide your guests such an unforgettable experience.
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Better than Bar Harbor
Guest: Symre
(NY)
Date of Stay: 09/11/09
Review Submitted: 04/09/10
Thank you so much for providing the perfect cottage for a Maine getaway.The amazing shops and shopping in Bar Harbor is wonderful, but do not want all that touristy stuff every day, however! What a beautiful part of the island, and America this home is located in, the best part on the island we understand now why everyone else says so...This home however beats all of them and we were dazzled by the gardens the views and all the home has to offer ...even our dog Maggie doesn't want to leave the great yard, Larger than ours back home....thanks again, see you again!
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the "home away from home"
Guest: Arnold
(NY)
Date of Stay: 08/22/09
Review Submitted: 04/09/10
Had a perfect week, had lots of fun & really enjoyed the home and nice touches.....I'll come back just for the book collection... You did a nice job with the blue bedroom.... tried my hand at painting the scenery from your windows.... why do we have to leave?....
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Painting Views from Every Window
Guest: Enderle
(NY)
Date of Stay: 09/05/09
Review Submitted: 04/09/10
The crew wants to thank you for opening the warm inviting doors of your home to the beautiful still life painting views of Bass Harbor from all your windows. As time marches on we will reflect back on the fun family memories we all shared in beautiful Bass Harbor and your home.
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Dream Comet True-Priceless
Guest: The Drulowerys
(NY)
Date of Stay: 08/01/09
Review Submitted: 04/09/10
Thanks for sharing your home and making a dream come true. Acadia was more spectacular than imagined. We loved the "quiet side". We had a great time, great weather, and memories to last a lifetime.....
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Guest: Summors
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Date of Stay: 01/11/09
Review Submitted: 01/11/09
Best house on the island! Truly a great oceanfront home, thank you for opening your home to us. This is the cleanest and most comfortable home we have stayed in here at Acadia. We are coming back. Thanks again- you thought of everything, down to the spices and extra bathroom goodies!
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