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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bar Harbor, ME
  • Place, West Street Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Large Front Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Small Front Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location

Welcome to Moose Manor Bar Harbor. This is our home, and we would love to share it with you! Located on Federal Street, Moose Manor Bar Harbor is a 1904 New England-style house with all the upgrades and conveniences of modern living. Freshly painted throughout with exquisite, fully-equipped designer kitchen and a fully updated bath. All the comforts of home in one perfect location, walking distance to everything.

There are 3 bedrooms which comfortably sleep 6. One bedroom has a queen bed, the second has one full and twin bed, and the third has a twin. There is one bathroom (with a wonderful claw-foot tub!) on the second floor. Each bedroom includes wall mirrors to reduce demand for bathroom mirror time. Master bedroom includes a dressing table with light/mirror. All bedrooms have abundant sunshine and ocean breezes.

The front of the house features a wonderful enclosed porch with a bistro table/chairs, rocker and futon. Perfect for morning coffee or an afternoon nap. The soft sound of local seagulls is often present.

In the back of the house, just off the kitchen, you'll find a small wood deck with a Weber grill and chairs to enjoy the cool afternoon breeze while your steak is grilling.

The kitchen has everything you'll need if you choose to prepare some of your own meals during your stay, including some basic pantry items for your use. Top-of-the-line small appliances (including Bunn AND Keurig coffee makers!) are available as well. Other items include Belgian waffle maker, 4 slice toaster, blender, food-processor, Crock Pot, pots/pans and bake-ware as well as an OVER-SIZED lobster pot for boiling your own 'catch' right at home! Easy instructions provided.

Although you'll probably want to get out and enjoy all that Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park has to offer, the home is also supplied with 'rainy day items' should you choose to stay indoors. 32' LCD TV, and a wide selection of books and games are available for your enjoyment.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Graco Pack N' Play available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
SMOKING NOT ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
Hoverboards, due to the risk of battery FIRE, are not allowed.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number VR2R23-011

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bar Harbor

Bar Harbor is home to this holiday home. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Bar Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Criterion Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shore Path - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stewman's Lobster Pound - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Geddy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location on 19 Sept, 2026 start from S$498, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, Comfortable Home with Exceptional In-Town Location located?

Situated in Bar Harbor, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2025
Thank you Kassie for your review. It was a pleasure to have you as our guests. Please come back again! Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to walk to everything in Bar Harbor
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Thank you Doug. We loved having you as our guests. Please come back again. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Thank you Lisa. We're so please that you had a wonderful stay and look forward to having you back again. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located near town, within walking distance to everything in Bar Harbor. Off street parking means you never have to worry about a spot. Very comfortable home, with everything you need to relax, whether you want to dine in town or cook in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2025
Thank you Paul. I'm pleased that our home helped make your visit a comfortable one. You were truly wonderful guests and would love to have you back again. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose Manor was the perfect home base for our family to explore Acadia National Park. The home was immaculate, comfortable and had everything we needed. We loved being able to walk into town and to the waterfront with ease without worrying about parking. We are already dreaming about our return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words and the enthusiasm. We look forward to your return in the future. The "Moose" welcomes you with open arms! Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful house, exceptionally clean and organized. The house location is perfect distance to Bar Harbor marina, food and drinks, shopping etc… Driveway parks 2 vehicles and with it being only a 5 minute drive to Acadia was a huge plus. Highly recommend, the location made our stay our #1 trip !! 5- all the way!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
Love the enthusiasm and so happy that we made your stay a pleasant one! Have a wonderful Autumn and we look forward to having you stay once again. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Excellent stay

We had an excellent stay in Joy and Paul’s beautiful home and dearly recommend for anyone whom wants to enjoy both the town and Acadia!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
It was great to have you stay Thomas. Please come back again. You were wonderful guests! Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and wonderful host leaving you wanting nothing. Also, location, location, location! Mere steps to seemingly everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Wow, that's enthusiasm! Thank you so much for the kind thoughts. You were perfect guests. Please come back again. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gus B.

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

Bar Harbor

Perfect place in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2024
Thank you Gus for choosing. Moose Manor for your stay. We really enjoyed having you. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN K.

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

Extremely convenient location

Extremely good location in Bar Harbor- wonderful to be a short walk to anywhere in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Yes, we're fortunate to be in such a wonderful location. Have terrific Autumn Stephen and we look forward to your return to Moose Manor again some day. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian m.

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

Great location

Overall great property, short walk to anywhere in town and easy driving access to park entrance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2020
Thank you Brian for selecting our home for your vacation stay. It was a pleasure to have you. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

phoebe n.

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

Wonderful Stay

Bar Harbor is a special place and Moose Manor was very comfortable and well located. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend. Our host was extreme helpful throughout the stay with recommendations for anything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
It's my pleasure, Phoebe, to provide whatever help I can to make your stay a good one. Please keep Moose Manor in mind should your travels bring you back this way again. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

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

Great location and caring host

Would definitely stay here again. We have been to Bar Harbor 7 times and this was the best location. House is very accommodating and host is great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2022
So very glad to hear Dawn. I'm happy that our home made your stay a special one. Hope to see you again! Paul & Joy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

adele o.

Very nice. Well kept and clean. As well as conveniently located.

It was a wonderful week and I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2020
Great to hear Adele. We look forward to having you as our guest again! Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Wonderful in Bar Harbor

Beautifully updated home in great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay Steve. Please come back again! Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this property. The owners clearly thought about the little details that help make a travelers stay even more enjoyable - books, games and puzzles, two golf size umbrellas (which we did use one night), comfy mattresses, good lighting for reading or knitting, several kinds of coffee makers, lots of information on the area. They also ensured all the things we expect as renters - a super clean space, instructions for appliances or things we may not use at home, check out requirements, excellent communication. I know I have rambled, but there is nothing not to like here. If you can get a reservation, do it. The house is charming, historic and perfectly located. The hosts are wonderfully caring.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2025
Your kind words make me so happy. I strive to make your stay a memorable one and try to anticipate what you might need: in amenities and information. You were wonderful guests and would love to have you back again! Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cortney C.

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

Moose Manor was perfect for our family

Wonderful time! Moose Manor was a perfect house for our vacation. Great location. Owners were great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022
Great to hear Cortney. It was our pleasure to have you stay. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Perfect Bar Harbor location and extremely helpful host

Location is about as convenient as you can get for Bar Harbor. The house was perfect for our family of four. Paul was a wonderful host whose suggestions on activities and restaurants ended up being our favorite parts of the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
My pleasure John, to provide you with whatever information I can to help make your vacation a pleasant one. Love your enthusiasm! Please come back again as you were wonderful guests. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patsy P.

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

Family hiking vacation

Was extremely clean, and very convenient to the downtown shopping, restaurants and mostly the beautiful harbor area. The host was amazing with information on what to do, best places to eat and see .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2022
So nice to hear Patsy. Thank you for sharing. Please keep Moose Manor in mind should your travels bring you back this way again. It really was a pleasure to have you as our guests. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

This house had everything we needed in a very convenient location, walking distance to grocery, restaurants, village green for bus, shopping, etc
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2022
Thank you Kay. I enjoyed the feedback you shared during your stay. Have a wonderful Autumn and hope to see you again! Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

Great time and location in Bar Harbor!

Great walking distance to downtown and grocery store. Owner accessible for any questions arising during the stay. Cozy and clean. Will stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2020
We look forward to you staying at Moose Manor again Melanie. It was wonderful having your family as our guests this season. Paul & Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great Stay

We really enjoyed our week at Moose Manor. We found the house to be very clean, comfortable, and cozy. We also loved the tree lined street of its location, and the close proximity of the shops and restaurants of Bar Harbor. We would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2020
Thank you Craig. We're so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Please come again. You were wonderful guests. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene R.

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

Moose Manor Relaxing Home

The house was so comfortable and relaxing! We spent our evenings on the porch. We brought a small tv with Roku to watch baseball games and played Yahtzee with the kids. The beds were comfortable and the house was clean! The host Paul was so helpful giving ideas of what to do and where to eat in the area. The home’s location is central to everything and there is a driveway to park so we walked the majority of the time. I highly recommend this home and will recommend it to friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
So great to hear Charlene! Sounds like you and your family had some wonderful times that you can reflect on for years to come. It was such a pleasure to have you as our guests. Please come back again. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

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

Great Spot Close to Everything

We had a family of 5 stay the week of July 4th. The house is very close to downtown. The best part is the parking, which we did not appreciate prior to booking. The area was very crowded and parking was hard to come by. Luckily we had our own private driveway next to the house. Besides that, everything was clean and comfortable. Paul was also very responsive to any questions we had and also provided some great activity and restaurant recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
Thank you Kris for sharing your thoughts. I'm happy that your family were able to experience the wonderful 4th of July celebration that Bar Harbor puts together, and that you enjoyed our home. Yes, having your own parking is certainly good thing. Please keep us in mind should your travels bring you back this way. Paul and Joy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gregory K.

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

Great

Paul was great and very helpful with everything would definitely stay there on our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you Greg. Great to know you enjoyed your stay. You were terrific guests. Paul & Joy

About the host

Hosted by Paul Strathman

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We are Paul and Joy Strathman and we had lived in the Midwest for the past 25 years. It all began when we took a trip to Maine, simply because we'd never been there before.

Since then, we've been back to various parts of Coastal Maine every year and while we enjoy all the towns we've visited, we have fallen hopelessly in love with Bar Harbor. As so often happens when one visits a very special place, one's mind wanders into the possibilities of someday living there.

Moose Manor Bar Harbor is truly a dream come true. This 1904 New England-style residence is perfectly located right in town; walking distance to everything. We have filled Moose Manor Bar Harbor with things we love and have included all the comforts that we enjoy when we are there. We hope that you will enjoy our very special home and likewise fall in love with Bar Harbor.

What makes this property unique

While on one of our early visits to Bar Harbor, we went for a walk. As we passed by this house, my wife said, 'Paul, please buy me that porch!' We both chuckled and continued our walk. Little did we know that we would not only someday buy the porch, but the wonderful home which sits behind it as well!

This inviting home has been lovingly cared for by each owner since the house was built in 1904. We are only the 4th family to own this property. The warmth and charm of Moose Manor Bar Harbor is captivating and it's fabulous location cannot be beat!

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