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Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View

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Enjoying the peaceful view
View from the shoreline and lots of privacy (garage visible to the left)
East side lawn with boundary privacy
Relax on the 12 x 24 foot deck
aerial view (via drone, compliments of renter TT)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41440 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bass Harbor, ME
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View

This is a charming Chalet-style home with 200 feet of shore frontage on Bass Harbor, with views of the working harbor and outlying islands. The Chalet sits on a private, wooded lot (screening you from neighbors), with a large 12' x 24' deck overlooking the harbor and tidal stream. The Kelly Preserve sits across the water from the Chalet, providing plenty of quiet and serenity.

Relax on the deck and watch lobster boats, sail boats, canoes, kayakers, and the Swans Island Ferry within the harbor, or enjoy the view from the comfy living room, dining area, or the ocean-view bedroom. Kids will love to feed the ducks that visit the shore, and you'll enjoy the sunsets from our shore as well. They are spectacular! The Chalet also has secluded and spacious off-road parking.

The property is adjacent to Acadia National Park, which offers beautiful scenery and these recreational opportunities: mountains, ocean views, fresh water lakes, and hiking trails. Also available are naturalist cruises and hikes, whale watching, kayaking, biking on carriage roads, and fresh seafood! There are many restaurants within three miles.

Note that we rent only Saturday-to-Saturday (in increments of 7, 14, 21, etc. nights.)


Keywords: On the Ocean. Single family home. Quiet, scenic, comfortable.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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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
All rubbish must be placed in supplied tall plastic bags (max of 6) and rubbish tote taken to end of driveway by 10:00 a.m. on Thursdays.
At least one load of laundry should be run before final departure on Saturday. The house also should be left reasonably neat as well.
There should not be a "large" number of day visitors, because it may tax the water supply and sceptic system. (To date this has not been a problem.)

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bass Harbor

Located in Bass Harbor, this vacation home is by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watching 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bass Harbor, ME

What's nearby

  • Acadia National Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Wonderland Trail Trailhead - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wendell Gilley Museum - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beal's Lobster Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Archie’s Lobster - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nor’ Easter Pound & Market - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View on May 2, 2026 start from $159, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bass Harbor Oceanfront Chalet: Peaceful, Private, Great On-The-Ocean View located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Acadia National Park and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse. Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and Wonderland Trail Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible cozy, private, and clean stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice area enjoyed the stay and will most likely come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elinor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Absolutely beautiful spot,right on the water,quiet neighborhood and easy to get to
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
superb ocean harbor view...chalet bookended by 2 nearby excellent local lobster shacks. boat tours and ferry both in view of rental chalet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

curt s.

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

Could not ask for more

Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location everything we could have hoped for- Would definetly like to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as described and very clean. Very peaceful and a terrific view. I would say the location is mostly private (construction/ near by house). This house overall is very comfortable and felt like a 2nd home to me. The deck has terrific views of the harbor and the location is very near to Acadia.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a magnificent location on Bass Harbor. This location is just what we were looking for - quiet! We were able to kayak right of the property during high tide. The Chalet was clean and well equipped. The host answered any question promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended. Great location, far away enough from the crowds elsewhere on the island, but still close to a few dining options and a few shops. The owners of this chalet really went out of their way to make sure that we were comfortable and pleased with our stay. Very pleased we chose to stay in their accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Lovely and peaceful home

This chalet is adorable, right on the water! So peaceful, comfy beds, and perfectly located for Acadia. Warren was so nice, and we loved staying in their family home. You can tell it's a special place to them, and we're so glad we got to experience it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great Stay.

This was an amazing property that provided quiet time for us to relax when we did not go anywhere to explore the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah & Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The chalet was clean and cozy, perfectly suited for relaxing by the harbor. This trip to Acadia, we decided to stay on the quieter side of the island and it was beautiful. The back deck was perfect to sit on and drink coffee while listening to the birds and waves lapping on the shore. The kitchen was well equipped and worked wonderfully for the times we didn’t want to eat out at a restaurant.We enjoyed the small-town pleasantries that nearby Southwest Harbor had to offer when we didn’t want to take the 40 minute drive to Bar Harbor or the major hikes of Acadia. Overall, it is a beautiful little chalet on the water and we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

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

Best place we have stayed on the quiet side of MDI

This was one of the best places we have stayed on MDI. Close to our favorite lobster pound, Thurston's. We have always enjoyed staying on the quiet side of MDI, and this house was in the perfect location. There was really nothing missing that we needed. I just wished I would have brought my kayaks. Definitely next time.
This is a picture off the deck on a foggy day. On clear days you can see much further into Bass Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Wonderful Peaceful Location

The Chalet was incredible and the owners were fabulous in their communication. It was easy to find, very clean, very peaceful and a beautiful location. Everything was perfect and I would stay there a million more times!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

trip tp the sea

we loved this home. it was right on the water, in a very quiet neighborhood, and close to the areas we wanted to adventure in. it was laid out nicely and had all the amenities we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla R.

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

Acadia vacation

We had a wonderful week in Acadia and loved staying at the chalet on the quiet side of the island. It was the perfect home base for our day trips around Acadia, and we enjoyed watching the harbor and the tide come and go from the deck. The house was very comfortable for a family of four.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deana H.

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

Great location

Great location, near Acadia but away from the crowds. Nice views, that change dramatically with the tide. The chalet has all you need, and was clean and comfortable. Communication from the host was good as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Great house in a beautiful location!

My wife and our two teenage daughters had a wonderful week staying at this house. As described, the house is right on Bass Harbor, which makes hiking around Acadia and going to the ocean very easy. We love 'the quiet side' of Mt. Desert Island and Warren's house is the perfect spot to enjoy it. We hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Beautiful home

The house was spotless and the online description was exactly how it was! The owner is very detailed and available. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Chalet

Peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth m.

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

A Great Week on the Quiet Side

House is exactly as promised.. Beautiful spot on the water. House was very clean. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds. Bedrooms are upstairs from the bathroom which was ok for us. Owner very responaive to queations / requeats.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette T.

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

Wonderful Vacation Chalet!

My husband and I spent a very comfortable and cozy week at the Elvins Chalet! We celebrated his birthday and our anniversary during the week. The Chalet had everything we needed including privacy on the deck in front of the Harbor!! We visited Acadia National Park and took several day trips exploring the island. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Fabulous! Highly recommended

Great communication with the owner. Beautiful property. Quaint chalet. You can tell the owners take pride in it and it is very well taken care of. They genuinely care about the guests that stay and their chalet. They had lots information on things to do. Wonderful memories made. I really hope we can make it back here one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Perfect Chalet

We absolutely loved this Chalet! It was so picturesque and the cleanest and most well stocked VRBO we've ever rented. The owners truly care about their renters, which is evident in all the helpful information they share about the chalet, as well as the surrounding area, places to see, things to do, restaurants to try, etc. We hope to visit MDI in the future and make this chalet our home base again. Thank you so much Warren & Judy!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Peace on MDI

This is such a lovely little chalet right on the water. On the quiet side of the island which is what we wanted. Absolutely loved just sitting outside and watching the changing tides. Several restaurant options nearby but everything you need to cook at the chalet too. Very clean and lots of information provided by the hosts. Easy check in and out. Will definitely stay here if we are able to return to Maine again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Warren and Judy Elvin

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Why they chose this property

A quiet escape after sightseeing while still having an ocean view and not far from the Island's most scenic spots. Many amenities are provided, some of which were requested by previous renters. Our rates are very competitive compared to comparable properties.

What makes this property unique

Our property is on a 0.3 mile dead-end, paved road, so it doesn't see a lot of traffic. Parking is off road in our spacious driveway. Our property is lined with greenery (mostly white spruce) so there's a good measure of privacy as well. Several renters have commented that it serves as a 'quiet oasis' after a hectic day of sightseeing. Perhaps that helps explain the fact that we have MANY repeat guests. Some have returned for five, six, and seven years. One couple was with us for ten years!

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